Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book out the space for a group of my own?

Yes. All classes are a minimum of 6, maximum of 40. 20-26 comfortably may be seated for a sit down dinner, and 40 for a buffet style or heavy appetizers. However because we have blocked a particular day for your group, should you cancel, your deposit will be forfeited.



What do I wear?

Clothes! You may make your experience as casual or as dressy as you'd like! Other than that, we just ask that you dress comfortably. You will be provided with an apron to use, but be aware that just like in your home kitchen, you may not want to wear your 'best' clothes.



Where can I find what classes are available?

You may find all available classes with a full description here: https://www.blackdiamondculinary.com/classes and https://www.blackdiamondculinary.com/calendar



Am I expected to cook?

Well, we love for you to partake, but if you decide that you'd prefer for someone that you're with to cook the meal, or to have one of our chefs to complete you meal for you, just let us know! We just want you to enjoy your experience and do whatever makes you comfortable.



Do we cook at peoples homes?

No. We encourage you to come to our kitchen, and play with us!



What kind of cuisine do you teach?

A little bit of everything. Pasta nights could consist of stuffed ravioli, various fettuccine, or gnocchi with a special sauce. The 4 course dinner could consist of beef, poultry, seafood, or pork. We will let you know in advance of the menu(s).



Can I just show up to a class?

No. We'd prefer that you not. We will have all meats and vegetables fresh daily and we will only order enough for those who have booked a class for the evening. First you must check to see which class you're interested in, what day & time is available, and book that class online directly through our website, or through Facebook.



Is this a demonstration class?

No. Here we encourage you to find your spot around our teaching island, and to be completely involved.



What time should I arrive for my class?

We recommend arriving approximately 10-15 minutes prior to class. This way you can put your belongings up, find your spot, and get ready to cook!



Should I have dinner before attending my class, or will I be eating there?

You will be eating here! Our goal is to have the first menu item prepared and served within 30 minutes of the class start time. If this is later than you normally eat, we recommend having a light bite before class to tide you over.



Will I get a copy of the recipes made during class?

We will post receipes on our website under our Blog. You may find them there to print off at your convenience!



Are pictures allowed?

Pictures are allowed and encouraged! Our instructors love it when you feel that a dish is camera worthy, so please click away! Be sure to share and/or on our Facebook, Instagram, and/or Twitter pages.



Do I need any previous cooking experience to enjoy the class?

No previous experience is required! We encourage you to ask questions if there is something you don’t understand. There are no bad questions and our chefs are here to help so that you can recreate a recipe on your own at home.



Can I bring my child or teen to class with me?

Generally, our evening classes are designed for adults. We offer many classes especially for kids and teens as well as some parent and child classes. In our regular adult classes, every student must be at least 18 years old to attend and 21 to consume alcohol. We will make exceptions if this is a private party.



What happens if my class is canceled?

We reserve the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment or if winter weather causes problems. If Black Diamond Culinary cancels a class, a member of the store staff will notify you and issue a refund or credit. Whenever possible, classes will be rescheduled.



What if I have a food allergy?

We ask you to please take caution if you have food allergies or sensitivities. Our recipes use common ingredients that may not be specifically called out in the class menu. This includes different fruits and vegetables, nuts and nut butters, wheat flours, dairy, meats, spices, and more. If you have a food allergy, please discuss with Black Diamond Culinary BEFORE signing up for the class (adjustments will not be made during class). Minor ingredient changes may be considered prior to the class. Black Diamond Culinary is NOT an allergen-free environment. We cannot guarantee that cross contact with allergens will not occur and neither Black Diamond Culinary nor our employees or chefs assume any responsibility for a person's sensitivity or allergy to any food item prepared in our classes.



How much do the classes cost?

The majority of our classes are between $45 – $200. This can change based on the type of class, private parties, and other variables.



Do I have to register in advance?

YES! All classes require advance registration and payment via our website via credit card (Stripe, Paypal, Venmo, Square). You will book your class at www.blackdiamondculinary.com/our-workshops



What is your cancellation policy for classes?

Cooking class and event reservations are just like purchasing theater tickets. We make food purchases on your behalf in advance of the class regardless of your actual attendance. We also have limited space which makes it important for us to have an exact guest count since we often have to turn away potential customers when classes fill. Because we are a 100% reservation based business, we have to adhere to a very specific policy regarding cancellation. Please carefully review this policy below: If you cancel up to 3 days (72 hours) prior to your class, a refund will be issued in the form of class credit only. Within 72 hours prior to your class we CANNOT ISSUE REFUNDS OR CREDIT under any circumstances as we have very limited space available and require advanced reservations for all classes. In the event that we have a waiting list and can fill your space we may issue credit to you, but it is not a guarantee that we will be able to do so. Don’t forget – you can always send someone in your place if you can’t make it, simply let us know and we will make an adjustment to your reservation. We reserve the right to cancel any class, at any time, for any reason. We make every effort to give as much advance notice as possible in the rare event that we do have to cancel a class. Your payment will be refunded in full or you may request credit or transfer of payment to another class. If you are signed up for a series of classes, please note that no refunds will be given after the class has begun, regardless of circumstance because space is limited in these classes.



What will we be cooking?

If you look under CALENDAR on our bar at the top of our website, you will see the day/date, and what you will be cooking that day or evening. This way you can plan accordingly!