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French Bistro Luncheon

Saturday, September 19
$68.00

A Hands-On Cooking Experience

Escape to the charming cafés of France without leaving town! Join the talented Chef Gina for a delightful hands-on cooking class where you’ll prepare a classic French luncheon from scratch while learning timeless techniques in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Whether you’re just beginning your culinary journey or looking for a memorable afternoon with friends, this class is the perfect blend of learning, laughter, and delicious food. Chef Gina will guide you every step of the way, sharing professional tips and approachable techniques that make French cooking both elegant and achievable.

Together, you’ll create a beautiful three-course meal, then gather around the table to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You’ll head home with recipes, new skills, and the confidence to recreate these French favorites in your own kitchen.

Menu

  • Croque Monsieur
  • Salmon Niçoise Salad
  • Cherry Clafoutis

Perfect for novice cooks, seasoned home chefs, couples, friends, or anyone who loves great food and great company, this interactive culinary experience is one you won’t want to miss. Come hungry, ready to learn, and let The Joyful Gourmet take care of the cleanup!

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French Bistro Luncheon
$ 68.00
12 available
Chef
Gina Bangser
Date and time
Saturday, September 19
11:00am -
1:30pm
Location
The Joyful Gourmet
542 N Milwaukee Ave.
Libertyville, IL 60048
Cancellation Policy

If you cannot make your reservation, we do encourage you to attempt to find someone that would enjoy attending. We can only issue a credit for you to attend a future event (6 month expiration). Within 72 hours we are not able to offer a credit as we’ve already incurred food and help costs.

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Gina Bangser

Known as @ginasnackarita, Chef Gina has built her reputation around the art of the snack — from colorful mezze boards and clever crostini to dips, spreads, and bites that make everyday ingredients shine. A private chef and engaging culinary instructor, she teaches cooking classes that are equal parts fun and practical, filled with the kitchen hacks her students swear deserve a class of their own. She brings food to life through live demonstrations, ghostwrites recipes for food brands, and manages social media for The Joyful Gourmet, always infusing her work with warmth, creativity, and her signature snack-focused flair. Whether she’s plating up a grazing board or guiding a hands-on class, Gina proves that snacks aren’t just food — they’re a lifestyle.

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