If you want to learn how to cook, bake, or make something new, you’ve probably scoured the Internet looking for the best possible way to do so. Recipe cards, articles, and instructional videos can only take you so far without the personal touch of a cooking or baking instructor. You may have tried these recipes only to have them not turn out the way you thought, or perhaps it just wasn’t as much fun to learn without someone to share the experience with.

At The Eclectic Chic Boutique, we believe cooking & baking classes–whether in-person or online–are the best way to expand your knowledge and create something uniquely “you.” Whether you want to learn how to bake the perfect dessert for your family or wow your coworkers with an expertly mixed cocktail, there’s something for everyone within our cooking & baking class offerings. Our cooking, baking, mixing, and brewing instructors are handpicked for their experience and results. We also determine everything you’ll need to complete the workshop beforehand, even for virtual cooking & baking classes, which takes the stress out of following a recipe even if you’re doing it at home.

Our workshops can be booked individually or as a group. Many of our courses are suitable for children 8 and up; however, please read the course description before booking as some are designed only for adult participants. 

Learn a new skill with cooking & baking classes & workshops at The Eclectic Chic Boutique, located in Montclair, NJ. You can also take our virtual cooking and baking classes online.

Cookie Decorating Class

Learn how to decorate cookies like a pro! Participants will work with special tools and ingredients such as icing, color, and sprinkles. Colors, shapes, and flavors are available seasonally. Cookie choices are Sugar Cookies or Gingerbread Cookies. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

For Virtual Class: Participant will need a clean dry work space. If receiving dry ingredients, participants will need wet ingredients and access to an oven. Cookies need to be baked an cooled prior to class. 

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $95 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $85 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $75 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Cookie Decorating

Cake Decorating Class

Learn how to decorate a cake like a pro! Learn how to frost, use sprinkles, and work with special tools. Colors, decoration, and flavors are available seasonally. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

For Virtual Class: Participant will need a clean dry work space. If receiving dry ingredients, participants will need wet ingredients and access to an oven. Cake need to be baked an cooled prior to class. 

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $95 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $85 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $75 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Cake Decorating Class

Chocolate Covered Fruit Making

Learn how to create your own delicious and decadent chocolate covered fruit. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. 

For Virtual Class: Participant will need a clean dry work space. Participants will need access to a Stovetop or Microwave, and will need to provide your own fruit. We recommend strawberries, apple slices, orange slices, pineapple, or bananas.

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $75 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $65 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $55 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Chocolate Dipped Fruit Making

Candy Apple Making

Learn how to make your own delicious gourmet candy apples. In this class you'll learn how to work with different kinds of coatings, toppings, and how to put it all together. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

For Virtual Class: Participant will need a clean dry work space. Participants will need access to a Stovetop or Microwave, and will need to provide your own apples. We will provide a recommendation list upon booking.

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $75 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $65 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $55 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Candy Apple Making

HomeMade Kimchi Making

Learn how to ferment your own kimchi! You'll learn proper cleaning, preparation, safety, and the benefits of eating fermented vegetables. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.

​For Virtual Class: Participant will need a clean dry work space. Participants will need fresh vegetables and access to a refrigerator. A shopping list will be provided upon booking

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $75 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $65 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $75 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Kimchi Making

Pizza Dough Making 

​Learn how to make perfect pizza dough from scratch! In this class you will learn how to make great crust no matter your skill level. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. 

​For Virtual Class: Participants will need access to water, mixing bowls, mixing spoons, and refrigerator. A hand mixer or a stand mixer with a dough hook is optional. A baking sheet or pizza pan will be needed to bake pizza after class. DIY Kit makes enough pizza dough to make two 14" or medium sized pies. Excess dough can be frozen to be used for a later time.

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $85 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $75 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $65 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Pizza Dough Making 

Cocktail & Drink Mixing 

 A fun and relaxing class on making some decadent boozy drinks like mimosas and cocktails. Drink recipes are available seasonally. A great new skill to show off to family and friends. Must be 21 or older to participate. 

For Virtual Class: Workshop is BYOB. Participants will need to provide their own liquors, glasses and garnishes. A list will be provided after booking.

  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $95 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Cocktail Making

Keifer Making 

​Learn how to make your own probiotic rich milk kefir and kefir cheese right in your kitchen, using simple and healthy ingredients. In this class you will learn fermentation basics, safety and best practices. This class has 3 sessions. 

​​For Virtual Class: Participants will need 1 quart of Organic Whole Milk, a nylon strainer, storage containers, and a turkey baster.

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $85 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $75 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $65 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Kiefer Making

Fermenting Basics

In this introductory class you'll learn how to craft your own fresh batch of pickles using the fermentation method. You will learn best practices, safety, and techniques. This class has two sessions. 
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For Virtual Class: Participants will need plastic wrap, stainless steel bowl, spoons, cutting board, sharp stainless steel knife, garlic, and kirby cucumbers or grape tomatoes.

  • In Person Class (1 to 4 people): $85 per participant
  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $75 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $65 per participant

​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    FErmenting 101

HomeBrewing Basics

Learn how to craft your own Hard Cider. You will learn brewing techniques, the fermentation process, best practices and safety. Must be 21 or older to participant. This class has 3 sessions.

For Virtual Class: Participants will need 2 Gallons of Pasteurized Apple Juice or Apple Cider, access to a sink and a cool dry storage space for fermenters. 

  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $190 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $180 per participant

​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Homebrewing Basics

Beer Making Basics

​Learn how to craft your own Beer. You will learn brewing techniques, the fermentation process, best practices and safety. Must be 21 or older to participant. This class has 3 sessions.

For Virtual Class: Participants will need a clean dry work space, access to a sink and a storage area for fermenters.

  • Virtual Class with DIY Kit: $210 per participant, +$8 Shipping (Free Shipping for groups of 8 or more)
  • Virtual Class with Shopping List: $200 per participant

​​* Please note photos are examples of the project and will vary depending on available materials and your own interpretation.
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    Beer Making Basics

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IN-PERSON CLASSES AVAILABLE IN NJ

Since we are located in Montclair, NJ we are centrally located for those in the tri-state area who might just be just a short drive away or for those who want to make a day trip and enjoy the Garden State along with learning a new skill along the way! We are just 30 minutes outside NYC in downtown Montclair which is nestled between Clifton, Little Falls, Cedar Grove and Verona and just minutes off the Garden State Parkway and Bloomfield, Nutley and Passaic as well as we are just 10 minutes from Montclair State University in Upper Montclair and can be easily reached via mass transit from all local NJ towns.