What are the age limits for your classes?

• Kids Classes – ages 7-12
• Teen Classes – ages 12-15
• Adult classes – ages 16 and up*

*Children ages 14 and 15 may attend an adult cooking class if accompanied by an adult. Viking Cooking School recommends only one underage child per accompanying adult. Tuition for an underage child is the same as that for an adult.

Do I have to register in advance or can I just show up?
All classes require advanced registration and payment is due at time of registration.

How do I search for a class on your website?
Visit vikingcookingschool.com and select the appropriate location. In the SEARCH FOR CLASSES box, you may either enter the name of the class or keyword (e.g. cake, sushi, pasta) and select GO. You may also search by the type of class (e.g. hands-on, demo, chef’s table) or by category (e.g. Culinary Basics, Dough and Desserts, Around the World, Smart Cooking). If you need help searching for a class or would like more information, please call the school and an associate will be happy to assist you.

How much does it cost to take your classes?
The price of each class is listed in the class description on-line at vikingcookingschool.com. Prices and length of class, may vary by location.
Please note that tips from customers of any cooking school class are prohibited. We appreciate customers acknowledging our employee’s hard work but full class cost is included in the fee at registration.

Are Date Night prices for each person or per couple?
The class price is listed per person.

For your series courses (e.g. Essential Cooking Series, Essential Wine Series), what happens if I miss a class?
Don’t worry if you miss a class – you can make it up the next time it is offered. You may also begin the series at any point during the course.

What happens if my class is cancelled?
Viking Cooking Schools reserve the right to cancel any class up to seven (7) days in advance. In the event your class is cancelled, you will be notified by the appropriate Viking Cooking School. They will review the policy and apply refunds and exchanges.

What is your cancellation policy?
A refund will be issued for any class up to seven (7) days prior to the class date. An exchange will be made for any class up to two (2) days before the class date. No refunds, returns, or exchanges will be given for cancellations made less than two (2) days prior to the class date.

What are Early Bird Specials?
Early Bird Specials allow you to save $20 off the regular price of select $89 and $99 workshops. Pay only $69 or $79 for these exclusive hands-on workshops before 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. (Please note, Early Bird Specials are not offered at all locations.)

Do you give a student discount for items in your store and towards future classes? How long is the discount offered?
Yes, students do receive a 10% discount after class on store retail items and tuition for future classes. The discount is good for the day of the class only. (Please note, discounts are not offered at all locations.)

Do your gift certificates expire?
Yes, our gift certificates expire one year after purchase.

Can I use a gift certificate to buy a class?
Yes, gift certificates may be redeemed for classes or used to purchase merchandise in the retail store.

How do I give someone a class as a gift?
Gift cards may be purchased at your local Viking Cooking School. Gift cards may be purchased for any amount you choose.

Is wine served in your class?
Wine is served with the meal in our adult classes. No one under the age of 21 may consume alcoholic beverages. Please Note:  Wine may not be served at all locations. You may contact your local Viking Cooking School for their policy.

Can I bring my own wine?
This is prohibited due to state liquor laws and other restrictions.

Do you offer a professional culinary degree program?
Viking Cooking School classes are for culinary enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels; however, we are not a professional culinary school. We do not offer degrees, financial aid, grants or loans. While our school is avocational, culinary professionals may also take our classes if they desire.

Can I rent your cooking school facility?
Yes, we offer facility rentals for your culinary needs. Contact your local Viking Cooking School for available dates and costs. Our instructors and utility staff may be available to assist for an additional cost.

Do you offer special events such as teambuilding cooking classes or cooking parties?
Yes, you can choose the class style and menu perfect for your upcoming event by selecting from our Special Event Menu offerings or from the current culinary program. Whether you are thinking about a unique teambuilding exercise for your employees, trying to find just the right place for a birthday celebration, or looking for a stress-free way to throw a dinner party, we can customize a special event to meet your needs. Special events include but are not limited to: teambuilding, birthday parties, bridal showers, recruiting functions, holiday parties, special occasions, supper clubs, luncheons, corporate sales and fund raising.

Can you make special arrangements to accommodate food allergies.
Viking Cooking School facilities may contain dairy, eggs, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans which account for most known allergens. Be aware that cross contamination may occur among food products and we cannot guarantee that our food will be safe for customers with food allergies.

Do you offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free classes?
Many of our classes contain vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free dishes. Please contact your local Viking Cooking School for more information on a class that may be suitable for you.  We encourage you to learn skills and techniques in our classes then modify at home to suit your needs.

Are your kitchens Kosher?
No, Viking Cooking School facilities are not kosher. For Private Events and our Jewish Cooking: Treasures from Around the World, we can use kosher food products including meats.