Cook with the Chef Culinary Getaway

Elevate your skills alongside certified European Master Chef, Chris Velden, as you create and enjoy a four-course meal, before unwinding with a night’s stay at the on-site Inn. Wake up to a delicious breakfast in the café and take home your very own Flying Apron branded aprons and copies of the recipes from your private cooking class. Cook with the Chef Culinary Getaway celebrates all things Nova Scotian, highlighting fresh, local ingredients and artisanal producers.

Package Availability: Offered year-round, daily. Subject to availability.

Price: $600 + tax for two people.

How to Book: Please reach out to Flying Apron Inn and Cookery to plan your visit. Due to the exclusive nature of this culinary getaway, bookings must be made direct, by phone (1-902-633-2300) or email (info@flyingaproncookery.ca).

• Cooking class menu options will be provided at time of booking, for your selection. Local wine and beverage pairings are available to be added to your package. Please book in advance with your class.
• Check-in at the Inn anytime after 4:00 p.m. and check-out by 11:00 a.m.
• Private classes typically begin at 6:00 p.m.; earlier or later start class times are available when arranged in advance of the class.
  • The cooking class experience is approximately 2-2.5 hours in length.
• The Flying Apron Cookery School is licensed. Please feel free to purchase local beer, wine, or cider to enjoy during class.
• Please advise of any dietary restrictions or food allergies at time of booking.
• Everything is provided in the class, no need to bring anything but yourselves. Comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes are encouraged. Please note that the tile floors in the cookery school are not conducive to heels.
• With nearly 50-years experience cooking and teaching across the globe, Chef Chris’ love for sharing culinary education, and passion for teaching, provides a fun and immersive, hands-on experience in Summerville, Nova Scotia.
• We Do Local: Chef Chris Velden and Melissa Velden of Flying Apron Inn & Cookery are recognized as Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Ambassadors. Acknowledged & Awarded in 2017.