Valentine’s Surf & Turf Cooking Class

If you’ve ever wanted to cook a romantic, impressive Valentine’s Day meal, this class will teach you exactly how. Whether you want to come solo to learn how to prepare a special dinner for your date, or you prefer to attend together and learn as a pair, this class is designed to give you the confidence and technique to recreate the full experience at home.

In this class, we’ll walk you step-by-step through preparing Reverse-Seared Filets and beautifully cooked Lobster Tails on the Big Green Egg. You’ll learn how to trim and prep the steaks for even cooking, how to season thoughtfully, and how to manage the low-and-slow phase before finishing with a perfect sear. For the lobster, we’ll cover the fundamentals of handling and cleaning tails, along with multiple prep options—splitting, halving, or lifting the meat for different presentations—and how to cook them confidently without overdoing it. Together, these techniques form the foundation of a classic, elegant Valentine’s dinner you can replicate at home.

We’ll also prepare a seasonal side and a simple, elegant dessert to round out the meal (specific dishes may vary). The focus throughout is on the how and why behind each step, so you can confidently recreate the entire menu on Valentine’s Day.

Format: Lecture-style and laid-back, with live demonstration, plenty of instruction, and lots of time for questions. You’ll enjoy tastings throughout and two complimentary drinks (beer or wine). Plus, you'll have the opportunity for private shopping in the store after the class.

• Reverse-Searing Filets: Achieving edge-to-edge doneness, building a perfect crust, selecting cuts, and understanding timing.
• Lobster Tail Fundamentals: How to clean and prep lobster tails; multiple cutting and presentation methods; and how to cook them confidently without overcooking.
• Big Green Egg Techniques: Temperature control and key steps for consistent, restaurant-level results.
• Timing & Pairing Tips: How to bring the entire meal together smoothly.
• Dessert & Side Basics: Foundational techniques behind classic Valentine’s pairings (specific dishes may vary).

• Demonstration-style instruction with real-time teaching
• Tastings of all dishes prepared (not a full dinner)
• Two complimentary drinks (beer or wine)
• Printed notes and technique sheets
• Private shopping time after class

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