Pickwick & Cherry

Georgian Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-08-14 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-15 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-16 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Pickwick & Cherry Kitchen, 607 S Pickwick, Rear Door, Springfield, MO, 65802, United States
Whether you’re a fan of Georgian food or you’ve never even thought about it before, we’re so excited to share the flavors of this delicious, ancient cuisine with you! While we love the food of the Peach State too, this menu is featuring food from the Eastern European/West Asian/Caucasian nation with a rich history dating back to the prehistoric period, and some of the world’s earliest known sites of winemaking, gold mining, and textiles. As its location suggests, the cuisine is a rich East-meets-West fusion, featuring pomegranate seeds, cultured dairy, dumplings, eggplant, walnuts and lots and lots of the best, gooiest, cheesiest cheese bread you’ve ever dreamed of.
On the menu: khachapuri (that’s the cheese bread), khinkali (succulent meat-filled dumplings), tomato-cucumber salad, eggplant-walnut rolls, plov (seasoned rice with dried fruit), kharcho (beef in spiced walnut stew), and tart cherry cake for dessert. We’re so excited to share this feast with you!

BYOB — We suggest a bright Georgian Rkatsiteli, a dry or off-dry Riesling, an earthy Pinot Noir, a bold Saperavi red, or a luscious late-harvest Muscat to pair beautifully with the tart cherry cake.
Each ticket admits TWO PEOPLE
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Greek Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-08-28 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-29 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About This Greek Cooking Class
Transport yourselves to the sun-drenched shores of the Aegean with a hands-on date night celebrating the bold, fresh, and timeless flavors of Greece. Picture the sparkle of the sea, the warmth of a coastal breeze, and the inviting spirit of a Greek taverna where food, music, and laughter flow freely. This class invites you to share that same warmth as you and your partner roll up your sleeves, cook side by side, and savor the joy of creating a meal together.
You’ll prepare a vibrant feast that captures the heart of Greek cuisine. Start with arni me aginares, tender lamb and artichokes simmered in a silky egg-lemon avgolemono sauce, balancing comfort with bright, citrusy elegance. Then move on to garides saganaki, shrimp baked with feta in a luscious, spicy tomato glaze that’s as dramatic as it is delicious. For a satisfying crunch, you’ll make spanakopitakia, golden spinach-feta triangles wrapped in flaky pastry, perfect for nibbling between sips of wine.The meal continues with fresh, pillowy pita bread baked from scratch and a horiatiki salad, a classic village-style medley of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, briny olives, and fragrant herbs. To finish, you’ll craft loukoumades—irresistible honey-walnut puffs that are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and drenched in sweet, sticky goodness.This isn’t just about cooking; it’s about sharing a memorable experience filled with fun, flavor, and Mediterranean hospitality. Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening or simply a joyful night out, you’ll leave with full hearts, satisfied appetites, and a taste of Greece to carry home. Opa!

BYOB

We suggest a crisp Assyrtiko, a bright Greek Moschofilero, a light-bodied Pinot Grigio, a dry Rosé, or a luscious Vin Santo-style dessert wine.

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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Oktoberfest Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:00 UTC, 2025-09-19 18:30 - 21:00 UTC, 2025-09-20 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
About our Oktoberfest Date Night Cooking Experience
Prost! Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate Oktoberfest with a night full of flavor, laughter, and hands-on Bavarian cooking. This isn’t just any cooking class—it’s a lively date night that captures the warmth, heartiness, and cheer of Germany’s most famous festival. Think clinking steins, the smell of fresh-baked pretzels, and the joy of cooking something delicious together. Lederhosen and dirndls are totally optional—but if you wear them, you’ll definitely earn extra applause!
We’ll kick things off with warm pretzel pockets—golden brown on the outside, soft on the inside, and stuffed with gooey cheese, smoky ham, and tangy mustard. (We’ll prep the dough in advance so you get straight to the fun part: stuffing, shaping, and baking!) Then, roll up your sleeves to hand-make spätzle noodles just like Oma would have made them. Next, we’ll simmer beer-braised bratwurst with sauerkraut until juicy and savory, and toss together a warm German potato salad that’s bright, tangy, and just the right amount of comfort food.
And because no Oktoberfest is complete without something sweet, dessert is a show-stopping, team effort: a giant, six-foot-long apple strudel! Together, you’ll stretch the dough paper-thin (don’t worry, we’ll teach you the tricks of the trade), fill it with cinnamon-spiced apples and toasty breadcrumbs, and roll it into a golden, fragrant masterpiece. When it comes out of the oven, the first slice will have everyone grinning.
Bring your favorite Oktoberfest brew, your favorite person, and your best appetite. We’ll bring the recipes, the music, and the fun. By the end of the night, you’ll feel like you’ve danced, cooked, and feasted your way through Munich—without ever leaving the Ozarks.

BYOB

We suggest an Oktoberfest/Märzen beer, of course! If you prefer wine, any white German or Austrian wine would be perfect (dry or sweet, take your pick!)

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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Pretzel Baking Class
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-09-21 13:00 - 15:30 UTC
Get Ready for Pretzel Baking Class!
We roll up our sleeves and dive into the world of handmade pretzels in our crowd-fave Pretzel Baking Class. This fun, hands-on workshop is all about mastering the dough, the twist, and the bake that makes pretzels so irresistible, while also learning a few tricks that bakers have passed down for generations.
We’ll begin with authentic Bavarian lye-dipped pretzels, the kind that deliver that iconic chewy crust and deep, golden shine. Lye can be dangerous if handled incorrectly, but we’ll provide the goggles, the know-how, and the confidence to teach you how to use lye safely. It’s not nearly as scary as it sounds, and the delicious results are absolutely worth it.
Next, we’ll bake Scandinavian sweet pretzels, soft, sweet, and lightly iced, perfect for an afternoon treat or a cozy breakfast. We’ll also make Parmesan peppercorn pretzels, savory and bold. It’s basically the best possible garlic bread—but with all the satisfying chew and character of a real pretzel.
Along the way, we’ll tackle the famous flippy-twisty pretzel fold (English doesn’t really have a word for it, but German does: Brezelschlingen), breaking it down step by step until the classic shape feels easy and natural. We’ll share tips on dough handling, shaping, flavor variations, and baking methods so that pretzels can become part of our own kitchen repertoire.
By the end of class, we’ll leave with a generous pile of fresh, warm pretzels, new skills, and maybe even a new party trick to share. Whether sweet or savory, pretzels are always a crowd-pleaser—and making them together makes them even better.

ADMIT ONE

Each ticket admits one person, but don’t let that stop you. This is a great experience to share with friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, frenemies, and anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with!

Rules & Policies

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Sourdough & Naturally Leavened Breads Baking Class
2025-09-27 13:00 - 15:45, 2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:45 UTC
Sourdough & Naturally Leavened Breads Baking Class
We celebrate the art, science, and flavor of naturally leavened breads in our Sourdough & Naturally Leavened Breads Baking Class. Together, we’ll explore the fascinating world of wild yeast, long fermentation, and rustic baking traditions that bring unmatched character and taste to every loaf.
We’ll begin with the foundation: an artisan sourdough, learning the steps of mixing, folding, proofing, and baking that create the chewy crust, open crumb, and deep tang that make sourdough beloved around the world. From there, we’ll branch out into variations that highlight how versatile naturally leavened breads can be. We’ll bake an aromatic asiago and onion sourdough, a savory loaf filled with bold, cheesy flavor and caramelized sweetness.
We’ll also step outside sourdough-is-savory box and prepare South African mosbolletjies, a fragrant, lightly sweet bread flavored with anise and enriched with all of the dairy products we have. (Not really, but it feels like it!) This bread was our all-time top seller when we used to sell at the Farmer’s Market — even among people who couldn’t pronounce it (so, basically, everyone.)
In addition, we’ll put every bit of our starter to good use by turning discarded sourdough into crispy, delicious crackers. These golden, savory bites reduce waste while adding another skill to our repertoire.
Along the way, we’ll cover essential techniques, from starter maintenance to shaping methods and decorative techniques, so that sourdough feels approachable and exciting. Whether rustic or refined, savory or slightly sweet, every bread we bake together will deepen our appreciation for this timeless craft.
By the end, we’ll leave with a collection of fresh loaves, crackers, and the confidence to keep baking sourdough at home for years to come. And yes, we will give you starter to take home!

ADMIT ONE

Each ticket admits one person, but don’t let that stop you. This is a great experience to share with friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, frenemies, and anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with!

Rules & Policies

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The Silk Road Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-10-09 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-10 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-11 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
Travel the ancient trade route of flavor, spice, and story in this immersive, hands-on culinary journey. Our Silk Road Date Night Cooking Experience traces a path from China through Central Asia and the Middle East, exploring iconic dishes that connect cultures across centuries and showcase the incredible diversity of this legendary route. Imagine camel caravans, bustling markets, and kitchens where recipes have been passed down for generations—all brought to life through the dishes you’ll create.
It’s a night of bold flavors, old-world techniques, and shared discovery. You’ll stretch and pull your own hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles with chili oil and scallions, fold savory pumpkin dumplings (mantu) with garlic yogurt sauce, and bake Uyghur stuffed naan alongside flaky sesame-scallion flatbread. To round out the feast, we’ll toss a sweet-savory Uzbek carrot and raisin salad, and simmer Persian chicken with saffron and apricots, fragrant with warm spices and herbs. For dessert, you’ll prepare künefe—a golden, crispy Turkish pastry filled with gooey cheese and drenched in citrus syrup.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a curious foodie, this class is more than just cooking—it’s a cultural exploration. Expect history, storytelling, laughter, and a table overflowing with unforgettable food. Bring your date, your appetite, and your curiosity. Come hungry, leave inspired!

BYOB

We suggest a Georgian amber wine (Qvevri-aged Rkatsiteli or Kisi) or a Georgian red Saperavi, if you want to be geographically on-theme. (Pro tip: Total Wine carries Georgian wines!) Otherwise, something in the Riesling/Gewürztraminer ballpark would pair beautifully.

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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The Last Days of Pompeii Night Cooking Experience
2025-10-23 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-24 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-10-25 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
An Ancient Roman Cooking Class
Step back in time for an evening of ancient flavors and timeless romance as we commemorate the final days of Pompeii with a hands-on culinary experience inspired by the foods of the Roman Empire. Imagine dining in a villa overlooking the Bay of Naples, surrounded by candlelight and conversation, as you savor dishes drawn directly from archaeological research and historical texts. This unique evening allows you to taste the very foods enjoyed by citizens of Pompeii before Mount Vesuvius forever changed their world.
The menu brings the past vividly to life with elegant simplicity and bold flavors. We’ll begin with stuffed dates and figs, a delicacy enjoyed by Roman elites, followed by herbed ricotta with honey and walnuts and panis quadratus, the Roman-style bread famously found carbonized in the ruins of Pompeii. Next, sample coriander-scented chickpeas, a nod to the ubiquitous street food of the time, before moving on to house-made Lucanian pork sausage, adapted from the two-thousand-year-old cookbook of Apicius. A smooth parsnip purée accompanies the savory spread. Finally, for dessert, we’ll prepare pear patina, a delicately spiced custard beloved in the ancient world.
Held on the (probable) anniversary of Mount Vesuvius’s eruption in AD 79, this immersive date night offers more than just a meal—it’s a journey into history, culture, and flavor. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or simply in search of a truly one-of-a-kind evening, join us to taste the romance and richness of ancient Rome—one course at a time.

BYOB

We suggest an Italian white wine, like a Falanghina, ancient Aglianico, or Vermentino.

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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Young Bakers' Camp - Thanksgiving Edition
2025-11-03 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
IMPORTANT INFO

November 3 (Monday)
9AM-3PM
Ages 10-16
Lunch is provided
Cost: $85
If tickets are sold out, you can join the waitlist!

School’s Out Youth Baking Day

Best Baking Day EVER – Thanksgiving EDITION
SPS is out on November 3rd & 4th (for the election), so we’re opening our doors for a very special day-long baking class for kids ages 10-16! We’ll be making a variety of fun fall baked goods like maple granola bread, pumpkin rolls, pies and Thanksgiving cookies that participants will get to take home to share (or not). Sign up quickly, because space is limited!
If tickets are sold out, you can join the waitlist in case of cancellations!

Young Bakers' Camp - Thanksgiving Edition
2025-11-04 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
IMPORTANT INFO

November 4 (Tuesday)
9AM-3PM
Ages 10-16
Lunch is provided
Cost: $85
If tickets are sold out, you can join the waitlist!

School’s Out Youth Baking Day

Best Baking Day EVER – Thanksgiving EDITION
SPS is out on November 3rd & 4th (for the election), so we’re opening our doors for a very special day-long baking class for kids ages 10-16! We’ll be making a variety of fun fall baked goods like maple granola bread, pumpkin rolls, pies and Thanksgiving cookies that participants will get to take home to share (or not). Sign up quickly, because space is limited!
If tickets are sold out, you can join the waitlist in case of cancellations!

Scandinavian Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-11-06 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-08 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About Our Scandinavian Cooking Class
Embrace the cozy glow of hygge—that uniquely Scandinavian feeling of warmth, comfort, and joy—as you spend a winter evening cooking a hands-on Nordic feast. Think flickering candlelight, laughter filling the kitchen, and the scent of butter, dill, and fresh-baked bread in the air. This class is all about hearty flavors, simple elegance, and that playful, communal spirit that makes Scandinavian cooking so special. Perfect for date night, it’s part cooking class, part cozy escape.
We’ll start with the most beloved of Nordic comfort foods: Swedish meatballs served with creamy mashed potatoes and bright, tart lingonberry sauce. Then we’ll warm up with a velvety bowl of rotfruktssoppa, a silky root vegetable soup that feels like a hug in a bowl. Next up, you’ll try your hand at curing your own gravlax, served with quick pickles and a mustard-dill sauce, all piled onto fresh-baked Scandinavian seed bread. To balance the richness, we’ll toss together a roasted beet and dill salad with horseradish crème fraîche—vibrant, fresh, and deliciously Nordic.
And for dessert? We’ll end on a playful, golden note with Danish aebleskiver—light, spherical pancake bites that are crisp outside, fluffy inside, and endlessly fun to flip in their special pan. Rolled in sugar or topped with jam, they’re the perfect sweet ending to a night of flavor and togetherness.
Bring someone you love, your sense of adventure, and maybe a cozy sweater. By the end of the evening, you’ll feel full, warm, and wrapped in the best of Scandinavian hospitality.

BYOB

We suggest a crisp dry Riesling, a citrusy Grüner Veltliner, a light-bodied Gamay or Pinot Noir, a Scandinavian-style craft beer (like a malty amber or pale ale), or a chilled glass of sweet-tart cherry liqueur or aquavit to round out the Nordic experience.

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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Wild Ozarks Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-11-14 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-15 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
An Ozark Mountain Cooking Class
Here in the heart of the Ozarks, where green hills roll and wild beauty thrives, we invite you to return to the source—to the woods, the streams, and the quiet meadows that have nourished us for generations. Our Wild Ozarks Date Night Cooking Experience is more than a meal; it’s a celebration of place, heritage, and flavor. This hands-on evening will connect you to the land through a menu that highlights foraged treasures, seasonal abundance, and the timeless craft of cooking with what nature provides.
Together, we’ll craft a feast from ingredients foraged, harvested, and sourced with care. The evening begins with smoked trout deviled eggs, a nod to our cold mountain streams, followed by a velvety wild chanterelle cream soup, earthy and aromatic. You’ll prepare landrace spoonbread with black walnut honey butter, warm and nostalgic, then move on to the main course—seared elk medallions with a blackberry-port reduction, rich, tender, and deeply rooted in the flavors of the forest. Alongside, we’ll make a rustic wilted greens salad with bacon vinaigrette, a dish both simple and deeply satisfying. To finish, you’ll create a blackberry galette with acorn shortbread crust, a dessert that’s as wild and elegant as the landscape itself.This isn’t just cooking—it’s an exploration of what it means to eat from the land around us. Whether you’re an adventurous foodie, a couple seeking a memorable evening, or simply curious about Ozark flavors, you’ll leave with full bellies, happy hearts, and a renewed appreciation for the richness of this beautiful region.

BYOB

We suggest a Missouri Norton red, a white Vignoles, a refreshing local cider, a smooth small-batch Missouri moonshine, or a local Bourbon cream liqueur to complement this Ozark Mountain menu.

ADMIT TWO

Each ticket admits two people! You don’t have to bring a romantic partner; friends, gal pals, adult kids, parents, anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with is great!

Rules & Policies

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Gingerbread Everything Baking Class
2025-11-30 13:00 - 15:45, 2025-12-06 18:30 - 20:45, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:45 (America/Chicago)
If you can dream it in gingerbread, we are making it. In this festive hands-on class, we will build indulgent parfaits with our famous gingerbread cake, bake and decorate several styles of European gingerbread cookies, and learn the secrets to assembling gingerbread houses that actually stay standing the first time. Along the way you will pick up piping tricks and decorating skills that make your creations look as good as they taste.
There might even be a little gingerbread-spiced sip to keep the holiday spirit flowing while you work.
Come with friends, bring your creativity, and get ready for an evening filled with sugar, spice, and everything nice.
✨This class is brand-new this year, but our December classes always fill up very quickly, so if you see tickets grab them!

BYOB

If you’d like to get into the holiday spirit with something sparkling or spirited, bring it if you like. We have glasses!

ADMIT ONE

Each ticket admits one person, but don’t let that stop you. This is a great experience to share with friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, frenemies, and anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with! Ages 8+ please.

Rules & Policies

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Christmas Cookies of the World Baking Class
2025-12-04 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-08 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago)
Whether you’re out to dazzle at the next cookie swap or simply curious about holiday traditions beyond your own, this class is your passport to the world’s cookie jar.
Together we’ll bake (and eat) our way across every continents (including Antarctica!) We’re getting hands-on and exploring how sugar, spice, eggs, butter and the very concept of a cookie take on new personalities and meanings from country to country.
From the spicy gingerbread of Germany to the walnut-apricot delights of Serbia to the aromatic semolina-and-date cookies of the Middle East, from South Africa’s fried, syrupy koeksisters to the coffee-and-caramel treats of Colombia to some favorites from Down Under, we’ll fill our trays with flavors that tell stories. There’s even a stop or two in the good old USA for some regional faves!
It may be a small world, but it’s absolutely packed with cookies, and we’re determined to taste our way through as many as we can. Come ready to roll, shape, bake, and sample, because Christmas cheer is best baked, iced, and shared. And don’t worry, we are sending you home with a LOT of cookies!

BYOB

If you’d like to get into the holiday spirit with something sparkling or spirited, bring it if you like. We have glasses!

ADMIT One

Each ticket admits one person, but don’t let that stop you. This is a great experience to share with friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, frenemies, and anybody you want to share the cooking and eating with! Ages 10+ please!

Rules & Policies

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