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Our cooking classes and events are fun, social events perfect for a date or a girls' night out! Our chefs provide you with all the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to master delicious fare. We look forward to hosting you in our kitchen!

We offer private classes for groups of 8 - 12 people, too! Email Jill Means at jillmeans1@gmail.com for details.

Because we plan our class experience based on attendance, our classes are non-refundable. However, participants may send someone in their place if unable to attend.

Sunday Book Club!

This isn’t your ordinary book club but it is certainly Kitchen Collage’s take on one that is for sure. We pick out our favorite book each month and you get to learn how to make 2 to 3 recipes, plus a book to take home.

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February 14, 2026 - Galentine’s Brownie & Lemon Sponge Bowls with Angie 💕: 9:00 am to 11:00 am

$55.00

Demonstraton + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Celebrate Valentine’s Day the sweetest way — with chocolate, Lemon and your favorite people! Grab a girlfriend and join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026 for a special Galentine’s Brownie Bowl and Lemon Sponge Bowl class led by Angie.

During this demonstration-style class, Angie will teach you how to make a rich, fudgy brownie bowl and a Lemon Sponge bowl that’s perfect for filling with ice cream, berries, or your favorite sweet treats. You’ll take home your own freshly baked bowls to enjoy with someone you love — or keep all to yourself (we won’t judge!).

Even better, the brownie bowl pan is included in the price of the class, so you can recreate the magic at home anytime.

At Kitchen Collage, our classes focus on technique and community — because good food is always better when it’s shared with friends.

Class taught by Angie Hidalgo

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February 21, 2026 -Full-Day Sourdough Bread Workshop featuring Brod & Taylor: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

$120.00

Demo + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage

Spend the day diving deep into the art and science of sourdough bread! This full-day workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to truly understand sourdough from starter to loaf, with plenty of time to learn, ask questions, and enjoy the process. We will highlight Brod & Taylor’s baking steel, baking shell and sourdough home.

We’ll begin the morning at 9:00 AM with sourdough starter care and dough mixing, breaking down the techniques that build structure, flavor, and fermentation. You’ll learn what to look for at each stage and how to troubleshoot common sourdough challenges.

Midday, enjoy a one-hour break to grab lunch and explore the Village. Then return at 1:00 PM to proof your bread, prepare it for baking, and learn finishing techniques that help create that perfect crust and crumb.

Throughout the day, we’ll fill downtime with tastings of sourdough spreads, demonstrations, and plenty of Q&A on all things sourdough because no two starters (or bakers!) are alike.

At Kitchen Collage, our classes focus on technique and community, building confidence, sharing knowledge, and connecting through the joy of baking together.

Class taught by Chef Nela & Angie

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February 28, 2026: February Cookbook Club: SHORTS by Milk Street: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

$65.00

Demo + Tasting + Book

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

This isn’t your ordinary book club but it is certainly Kitchen Collage’s take on one that is for sure.

Join us for our February Kitchen Collage Cookbook Club, featuring SHORTS by Milk Street — a fresh, modern cookbook that proves big flavor doesn’t have to take all day. Chef Nela will lead this demonstration-style class, showcasing how smart techniques and bold ingredients can turn quick recipes into standout meals.

With your class registration, you’ll receive a copy of SHORTS to take home and cook from again and again. During class, Chef Nela will demonstrate and serve three favorite recipes from the book, highlighting Milk Street’s globally inspired flavors and time-saving approaches.

At Kitchen Collage, our classes focus on technique and community — building kitchen confidence while bringing people together to cook, taste, and connect.

Perfect for busy cooks who still want great food on the table — fast.

Class taught by Nela Blanco

March 5, 2026 – Knife Skills: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

$60.00

Hands on + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Sharpen your knife skills with Clark Stone, our knife expert. He will teach classic cuts, fundamentals, mechanics, maintenance, and knife safety. If you want to take your cooking to the next level, we highly recommend this class. Don’t wait, it will sell out fast! Class participants will receive a paring knife that's valued at $30 .

March 8, 2026 - Thai Flavors: 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

$55.00

Demonstration + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Here’s a vibrant, inviting description for your Thai Cooking Class:

Authentic Thai Flavors with Chef Cherry Madole

Experience the bold, balanced flavors of Thailand in this demonstration-style cooking class with Chef Cherry Madole. Chef Cherry will guide you through the techniques and ingredients that define authentic Thai cuisine, highlighting the harmony of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy in every dish.

The menu will feature beloved classics including Pad Thai, with tips on proper noodle preparation, sauce balance, and wok technique, along with a comforting dessert of bananas in coconut sauce — simple, fragrant, and the perfect finish to the meal.

At Kitchen Collage, our classes focus on technique and community — learning together, tasting together, and connecting through great food.

March 14, 2026 – Flavors of Puerto Rico with Nela: 9:00 am to 11:30 am

$55.00

Demonstration + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Get ready for a morning filled with bold flavors, island vibes, and plenty of fun! Join Chef Nela for a lively cooking class inspired by Cocina Puerto Rico by Mia Castro.

In this hands-on class, each participant will make their own Coquito — Puerto Rico’s beloved coconut-based drink — along with Canoas with a savory picadillo filling. Nela will guide you through the techniques, flavors, and cultural traditions behind these favorites while keeping the energy high and the experience joyful.

This class is all about learning, tasting, and celebrating food together — and it’s guaranteed to be a deliciously good time. Come ready to cook, sip, and have fun!

March 28, 2026 –Citrus in Bloom: Lana’s Spring Pie Showcase: 9:00 am to 11:00 am

$55.00

Demonstration + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Spring calls for bright flavors, silky fillings, and desserts that steal the show—and Lana Shope of Pies and Pastries delivers just that in this demonstration-style class celebrating citrus-forward pies.

Lana will demonstrate two irresistible favorites: De Lime in de Coconut Pie, a tropical twist with creamy coconut and zesty lime, and a Luscious Lemon Pie that’s perfectly balanced—tangy, smooth, and sunshine-bright. Along the way, she’ll share tips for achieving flawless textures, bold citrus flavor, and bakery-worthy finishes you can recreate at home.

This class is ideal for home bakers, pie lovers, and anyone ready to welcome spring with desserts that feel both refreshing and indulgent. Come watch, learn, taste, and leave inspired to put pie on the menu all season long.

Class taught by Pies and Pastries, Lana Shope.

March 29, 2026 – Hey PEEPS! Spring cookie decortaing at Kitchen Collage! : 12:30-2:30PM

$50.00

Demonstration + Tasting

Location: Kitchen Collage, 430 E. Locust Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Spring is in the air — and so is the sugar! Join us for a sweet morning of creativity as we decorate a set of six spring-inspired sugar cookies. Angie will guide you step-by-step through the decorating process, teaching you how to make and work with royal icing while creating cheerful designs using a PEEP & Tulip cookie cutter, soft pastels, and playful spring details.

Whether you’re celebrating the season with friends or family, this class is a perfect way to welcome spring with a little creativity — and a lot of sugar! Each participant will also receive a cookie cutter to take home and use again.

Class Taught by: Angie Hidalgo 🌸🐣