Essen Classes occur at Essen Studio Kitchens throughout Lancaster County, Central Pennsylvania and beyond.
Canning Party
Find the date that works for your group
At a time that works for your group
Invite all that you desire for $300
From the convenience of your home
Cinco de Mayo
Wednesday, May 1
6pm - 9pm
$80
Lancaster JCC
Whether a Mexican or an American celebration, we are an equal opportunity supporter of gathering friends and family together around great food. Ole!
- Cucumber Lavender Margaritas
- Queso Fundido (Cheesy Dip)
- Carne Asada Tacos with Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco & Crema
- Mexican Rice and Beans
- Chocolate Chile Cake
Cook with Mom: Spring Picnic (Adult Class)
Thursday, May 9
6pm - 9pm
$80 per person. $145 for two.
Kegel's Produce Playground
"Many hands make light work" in the kitchen; it's also just more fun. Grab someone special - be it Mom for a Mother's Day gift or a friend you've been missing - and cook this glorious, modern spring picnic menu together. It's special enough for your spring parties and fits in with our every day requirements.
- Deep Fried Eggs with Sriracha Remoulade
- Crab and Asparagus Hand Strudel
- Green Bean, Fennel and Pickled Onion Salad
- Rhubarb Fool with Cardamom Cream
Essen Cookbook Club
Friday, May 10
6:30pm - 8:30pm
No charge. Please bring a dish you’ve prepared from our selected cookbook.
Manheim Township Public Library
Discover new favorite dishes with our cookbook series. Each quarter, we'll be featuring one of our favorite cookbooks, followed by a potluck dinner comprised of dishes from the featured book.
In partnership with the still "new" Manheim Township Public Library (MTPL), we offer two ways to get acquainted with our selection, The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook (Deb Perelman) - check out a copy at MTPL or purchase at your favorite book retailer.
Essen Cookbook Club "first"! Deb's cookbook evolved out of her cooking blog, Smitten Kitchen. We'll also be following and cooking from her online posts. This one's too easy not to jump in and join the fun.
On May 10, bring your favorite dish from the book to sample and share.
Cookbook readers 14 years old and above are welcome. Event is free but space is limited. Reservations are required.
Breakfast in Bed for Mom (Kinder Class)
Saturday, May 11
1pm - 3pm
$45. $5 off each additional child.
Kegel's Produce Playground
Take a couple hours for errands or to relax while your kids are having a blast learning to cook for you at home. Tons of fun and no mess to clean up - what could be better?!
- Strawberry Scones with Orange Honey Butter
- Pea, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata
- Bacon Candy
- Roasted Lavender Potatoes
Perfect for kids 7 - 16 years old.
Essen Demonstration
Tuesday, May 14
noon - 1pm
a large employer, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Week Two of our four-part "Healthy Cooking" series and we're spicing up the lunch hour for employees with a live demonstration of how healthy eating and grilling go hand in hand. Teaching to fish can so be an employee benefit!
Essen Demonstrations can be held at Essen or in your own special space. Please contact Essen at cook@essencooking.com or 717.391.8270 to discuss your event. What are you waiting for?
Strawberries: Savory to Sweet
Tuesday, May 14
6pm - 9pm
$80
Kegel's Produce Playground
They're here and then ... gone. Sure, we freeze for smoothies but there's nothing like a fresh, local strawberry. Let's get beyond the fabulous shortcake (and ice cream, and ...) and add these new gems to our seasonal, every day kitchen.
- Strawberry Gazpacho
- Chicken Paella
- Artichoke Herb Salad
- Strawberry Rhubarb Calzone
Essen Demonstration
Wednesday, May 22
3pm - 4pm
a continuing care retirement community, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
We're "Cooking for Two" with empty-nesters considering downsizing and bringing convenience and fun into their lives.
Essen Demonstrations can be held at Essen or in your own special space. Please contact Essen at cook@essencooking.com or 717.391.8270 to discuss your event. What are you waiting for?
The Great Pennsylvania FlavorFest
Saturday, May 25 - Sunday, May 26
11am - 5pm
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, Pennsylvania 17545
Join us at The Great Pennsylvania FlavorFest for the best that Pennsylvania has to offer in food, dining and entertainment! Twenty wineries will provide complimentary samples of some of their most popular vintages, while food and craft vendors showcase their handmade delights! Don't miss out on this annual favorite!
We'll be cooking with kids on Saturday at 12:45pm. Of course, there'll be samples. Give us a holler at the Chef Demo area.
Essen Demonstration
Tuesday, May 28
noon - 1pm
a large employer, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Week Three of our four-part "Healthy Cooking" series and we're spicing up the lunch hour for employees with a live demonstration of more healthy eating Basics, including blanching, pureeing and eating with beans. Teaching to fish can so be an employee benefit!
Essen Demonstrations can be held at Essen or in your own special space. Please contact Essen at cook@essencooking.com or 717.391.8270 to discuss your event. What are you waiting for?