Events

Not Your Bubbe’s Table: A Modern Passover Plate

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Join Chef Emily Hersh for a contemporary take on Passover classics! In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to elevate traditional flavors with modern techniques, creating a fresh and vibrant holiday spread. Perfect for anyone looking to bring something new to their Seder table!   Menu: Vegan brisket Spicy matzo ball soup (vegan) Vegan Gefilte […]

I Can’t Believe It’s Meatless: Smash Burgers

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Get ready to flip the script on burgers! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make juicy, flavorful smash burgers—completely meatless. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect plant-based patty with all the classic toppings and textures you love. You won’t believe it’s not beef!  

Challah Club: Oreo Pull-Apart Challah

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Experience the art of challah making with the "Challah Fairy" Hilary Kamin. Join us for a sweet, dessert-type spin on your average Friday night challah. Learn various braiding techniques, secret tips and the joy of baking challah together. A delightful culinary journey awaits! Skill level: This class is open to all skill levels. Please wear […]

Honey and Apple Galette

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Discover the joy of rustic fall baking in Honey and Apple Galette, a sweet and simple class perfect for all skill levels where you’ll learn to make a golden honey apple galette with a flaky, buttery crust paired perfectly with fresh, homemade whipped cream. Led by Chef Emily Hersh, a Houston-based plant-forward chef and former […]

Vintage Cake Decorating

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Step back in time and learn the art of classic cake decorating with expert pastry chef Stefanie Bishop. In this hands-on class, you’ll master vintage techniques like delicate piping, elegant borders, and charming floral designs—perfect for creating stunning cakes with timeless appeal. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced baker, this class offers the perfect blend […]

Cooking for Health: Roasted Cauliflower Tacos & Berry Power Smoothies

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Join nutritionist and chef Macy Diulus for a flavorful, health-focused class where you’ll learn to make delicious roasted cauliflower tacos packed with spices and crunch, paired with antioxidant-rich berry power smoothies. Perfect for those looking to eat well without sacrificing taste, this class is part of Macy’s Cooking for Health series that blends nutrition expertise […]

Cooking for Health: Cowboy Caviar Tacos, Pumpkin Muffins & Almond Flour Cookies

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Join nutritionist and chef Macy Diulus for a delicious, diabetes-friendly cooking class focused on blood sugar balance. You’ll learn to make fiber-rich cowboy caviar tacos, low-sugar pumpkin muffins and almond flour cookies—all designed to satisfy your cravings while supporting stable energy and better health. As part of her Cooking for Health series, Macy combines her […]

Thanksgiving Sides that Steal the Show Vegan Edition

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Celebrate the season with Hell’s Kitchen alum Chef Emily Hersh in this vegan-friendly Thanksgiving class, where you’ll master a comforting sweet potato casserole, flavorful cornbread stuffing and crispy garlic Brussels sprouts served with a spicy sriracha aioli. Perfect for bringing bold, plant-based flavors to your holiday feast, this class is both approachable and delicious. Chef […]

Thanksgiving Sides that Steal the Show

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Elevate your holiday table with Hell’s Kitchen alum Chef Emily Hersh in this Thanksgiving-themed cooking class. You’ll learn to prepare comforting and crowd-pleasing sides, including sweet potato casserole, garlic butter mashed potatoes and sticky spicy brussel sprouts. Perfect your festive favorites just in time for the big day! Chef Emily Hersh, a Houston-based plant-forward chef […]

Latkes, 3 Ways

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Celebrate the season with Hell’s Kitchen alum Chef Emily Hersh in this festive, flavor-packed latke workshop. Learn to make three creative twists on the classic potato pancake—loaded potato latkes, bold masala curry latkes, and sweet cinnamon sweet potato latkes—served with a glass of cozy winter sangria. Perfect for latke lovers and holiday hosts alike, this […]