Pickwick & Cherry

Wild Ozarks Date Night Cooking Experience
2025-11-15 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Pickwick & Cherry Kitchen, 607 S Pickwick, Rear Door, Springfield, MO, 65802, United States
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!

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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.

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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, 2025-12-11 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!

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Festive Fromage Holiday Cheesemaking Class
2025-12-16 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Say cheese to the holidays with Festive Fromage, a merry and delicious hands-on workshop devoted entirely to the art (and joy) of cheesemaking. This is your invitation to trade the cookie cutters for curds and spend a few cozy hours stirring, stretching, and sampling your way through the most delightful dairy of the season.
We’ll start with the foundations of fresh cheese, learning how simple ingredients can transform into something truly spectacular. Together we’ll craft pillowy burrata with its luscious creamy center, then decorate fromage blanc or chèvre in festive style with herbs and spices. It’s beautiful on a board and irresistible on warm bread. Next, we’ll turn up the heat with the ultimate party centerpiece: a bubbling, melty holiday fondue just begging for good bread and good company.
But the magic doesn’t stop there. You’ll also create elegant no-bake cheesecakes in festive seasonal flavors, bake off crisp, lacy parmesan wafers that make every table sparkle, and assemble a stunning charcuterie and cheese board that would make any host proud.
Whether you’re preparing to entertain, to give edible gifts, or simply to indulge, Festive Fromage offers everything you need to make this holiday delicious. Bring a friend—or a bottle of wine if you’d like—and join us for a class that celebrates comfort, creativity, and culinary cheer in every creamy bite.

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!

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Christmas Eve Shop
2025-12-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for some last minute bakery shopping and pick up treats for your celebration, or delicious gifts!
If you want to do a little extra shopping for treats, stocking stuffers, or last minute gifts, we’ll have lots of great treats like our fabulous loose leaf teas, marshmallow pops, hand-iced cookies granolas and more! We will also have a number of extra pies, cakes, hors d’ouvres, breads, coffee cakes and more. This is your last chance to stock up on deliciousness for the holidays! If you want to guarantee your deliciousness ahead of time, place an order on our handy pre-order form so that we can all plan ahead. Or just come see what we’ve got!

Introduction to Breadbaking
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
If you’ve ever dreamed of pulling a golden loaf of bread from your own oven, this class is the perfect place to start! In this friendly, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the foundations of great bread baking — from mixing and kneading to shaping, proofing, and baking — and make it all approachable, practical, and delicious.
You’ll learn how flour, water, yeast, and salt come together to form doughs with very different personalities, and how to adjust hydration and fermentation for the best flavor and texture. We’ll work through three basic doughs that can become a whole bakery’s worth of breads: ciabatta, focaccia, baguettes, Sicilian loaves, bread bowls, and more.
Along the way, you’ll discover how to tell when your dough is ready to move on to the next stage, why moisture matters, and what makes a great crust vs. a soft crumb. You’ll taste fresh bread straight from the oven and go home with an armload of your own creations — plus recipes, techniques, and the confidence to keep baking at home.
Whether you’re brand new to bread or looking to strengthen your skills, this class will give you the tools you need for baking success.

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!

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Intro to Bread Baking Class
2026-01-11 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)

French Lunch Cooking Experience
2026-01-12 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-09 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
Spend a cheerful late morning cooking and dining like you’re in a Paris café! In this hands-on class, we’ll prepare a delicious French bistro–inspired lunch that’s simple, satisfying, and full of joie de vivre — perfect for an indulgent mid-day escape.
We’ll begin with Heirloom Tomato Soup, velvety and vibrant. Then we’ll craft the iconic Croque Monsieur — layers of buttery bread, smoky ham, and bubbling Gruyère baked to golden perfection. To balance the richness, we’ll toss a crisp, classic Bistro Salad with a bright vinaigrette that’s as effortless as it is delicious. Finally, we’ll cap our meal with Crème Brûlée, complete with that signature crack of caramelized sugar on top.
Throughout the class, we’ll focus on the little details that make French cooking shine — balancing flavors, mastering textures, and turning simple ingredients into something special. You’ll leave not just full, but inspired to bring a bit of café-style comfort and charm into your own kitchen.
It’s the perfect way to spend a late morning: cooking, learning, laughing, and enjoying a beautiful lunch you made yourself. Bon appétit!

BYOB

We suggest a crisp Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc, a lightly oaked Chardonnay, a dry Provençal Rosé, a smooth Pinot Noir, or a luscious Sauternes.

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!

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Georgian Supra Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-01-15 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-16 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-17 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About Our Georgian Cooking Class
Whether Georgia is already one of your favorite cuisines or you’re discovering it for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you to Georgian Supra—our celebration of the rich, ancient food culture of the Eastern European/West Asian nation of Georgia. (We love the Peach State too, but this menu comes from the other one—the one with mountains, monasteries, and 8,000 years of winemaking tradition.)
A supra is a traditional Georgian feast: a generous, abundant table filled with vibrant dishes, heartfelt hospitality, and food meant to be shared. This spirit of welcome has been central to Georgian life for millennia, shaped by the country’s position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Archaeological discoveries reveal that Georgia is home to some of the world’s earliest winemaking sites, where clay qvevri vessels were used to ferment grapes thousands of years before the first amphora appeared in Greece or Rome. That same deep history—of wine, of trade, of craftsmanship—shaped the bold, unforgettable flavors that make this cuisine so compelling today.
Georgian food is true East-meets-West fusion in the best possible way. Expect a balance of bright pomegranate and earthy walnuts, fresh herbs and cultured dairy, smoky vegetables and tender dumplings, spices that warm rather than overwhelm, and, of course, the most famous dish of all: khachapuri, the warm, indulgent cheese bread beloved around the world.
Our Supra menu features:• Khachapuri (cheese-filled bread boats)• Khinkali (pork and beef dumplings)• Fresh tomato–cucumber salad• Eggplant–walnut rolls• Plov (fragrant rice with dried fruit)• Kharcho (beef in rich walnut and spice stew)• Tart cherry cake for dessert
This is more than a cooking class—it’s a feast, a welcome, and a window into one of the oldest continuous culinary traditions on Earth. Come ready to learn, savor, and celebrate.

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. (Pro tip: Total Wines has a nice selection of Georgian wines!)

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!

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Sourdough & Naturally Leavened Breads Baking Class
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:45, 2026-01-18 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!

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Alpine Escape Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-01-22 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-23 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-24 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
Escape to the Alps for an unforgettable evening of hearty flavors and classic mountain fare with our Alpine Date Night Cooking Experience. In this hands-on class, you and your partner will prepare a menu inspired by the cozy kitchens and ski chalets of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria.
You’ll begin with the ultimate Alpine indulgence: bubbling cheese fondue, perfect for dipping fresh bread and vegetables. Next, craft a crisp Swiss mountain salad, a rustic mix of greens, hard boiled eggs, herbs, and a bright, flavorful dressing that captures the spirit of Alpine simplicity. You’ll then simmer a comforting bread and cheese dumpling soup, a traditional dish designed to warm the soul after a day on the slopes.
The centerpiece of the evening is a tender, slow-roasted pork shank served with rich beer gravy and potatoes, a Bavarian specialty that’s both hearty and celebratory. For dessert, you’ll learn two iconic sweets: kaiserschmarrn, a caramelized, fluffy shredded pancake dusted with powdered sugar, and the dramatic Salzburger Nockerl, a golden, cloudlike soufflé that is a showstopper of Austrian cuisine.
This class combines hands-on learning with a festive menu designed for sharing. Along the way, you’ll pick up tips, stories, and traditions that make Alpine cuisine so memorable. Whether you’re a longtime foodie or simply curious to try something new, this is a date night filled with flavor, fun, and Alpine charm.

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We suggest a crisp Grüner Veltliner, a refreshing German Riesling, a bold Austrian Blaufränkisch, or a malty Bavarian Dunkel beer. If you can find a proper Bavarian Zwickl, bring one for us too please.

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!

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Whole Grain Breadbaking Class
2026-02-22 13:00 - 15:45 (America/Chicago)
Whole grains, seeds, and nuts bring so much flavor, texture, and nutrition to bread — and in this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make them shine! If you’ve ever wanted to bake hearty, wholesome loaves that are as beautiful as they are nourishing, this is the class for you.
We’ll dive into the techniques that make whole-grain and seeded breads successful, from balancing hydration to developing gluten in heavier doughs. You’ll learn about soakers, preferments, and add-ins that bring incredible flavor, chew, and keeping quality to every loaf. Along the way, we’ll talk about flour types, fermentation, and shaping methods that help you master even the heartiest doughs with confidence.
Together, we’ll bake some of our all-time customer favorites: Scandinavian Seed Bread, Maple Granola Bread, raisin-sweetened Power Bread, and tender 100% Whole-Wheat Cinnamon Buns. You’ll see how versatile whole-grain baking can be — from breakfast to dinner to dessert — and how simple tweaks can give your breads a perfect balance of texture and flavor.
Of course, there will be plenty to taste along the way! You’ll go home with a generous armload of fresh-baked, whole-grain bread, plus recipes, ideas, and inspiration to keep your home baking full of wholesome goodness all year long.
Come hungry, bring a friend, and get ready to make some truly satisfying bread at Pickwick & Cherry.

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!

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Scandinavian Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-02-26 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-27 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-28 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!

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Patagonian Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-03-05 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-06 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-07 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About This Patagonian Cooking Class
Journey to the windswept edge of South America for an evening inspired by Patagonia’s rugged beauty and elemental cuisine. Picture the snow-capped Andes rising above blue glacial lakes, the scent of wood smoke curling through the air, and the warmth of a shared meal crafted slowly, with care and conversation. This class celebrates the rustic sophistication of Patagonian cooking — where the fire, the sea, and the table meet.
We’ll begin with Chilean salsa and rustic bread, bright with herbs, tomatoes, and a touch of spice. Then we’ll turn to lamb empanadas, golden and aromatic, paired with vibrant chimichurri that cuts through with green heat and vinegar. From there, the menu moves to the sea — a decadent king crab gratin baked with white wine, cream, breadcrumbs, and melted cheese — before returning to the land with roasted Andean potatoes and a crisp, refreshing Chilean salad.
Finally, we’ll finish with baked custard and candied pumpkin, a simple, comforting dessert that captures the sweetness of autumn on the far side of the world.
This is more than a dinner — it’s culinary a journey to the far, far south, a celebration of the elemental and the extraordinary. Warm, bold, and unforgettable, it’s an evening for explorers at heart.

BYOB

We suggest a cool-climate white or light red wine — perhaps a Chilean Chardonnay, Torrontés, or Pinot Noir. Each pairs beautifully with the richness of the lamb, the creaminess of the crab, and the brightness of the chimichurri.

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!

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Flavors of Portugal Date Night Cooking Experience
2026-03-12 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
About This Portuguese Cooking Class
Discover the bold, soulful, and elegant flavors of the Iberian coast with our Flavors of Portugal Date Night Cooking Experience. In this hands-on class, you, your partner and your newest friends will prepare a sumptuous menu that celebrates the country’s rich culinary traditions and diverse influences.
We’ll begin with rustic Portuguese cornbread paired with creamy goat cheese and a briny olive tapenade—a hearty introduction to the rustic flavors of Portugal’s countryside. Next, we’ll sear tender diver scallops to perfection and serve them with a vibrant sweet pea and mint purée, a modern twist on classic coastal ingredients.
For the centerpiece, we’ll braise succulent duck in an orange-port wine sauce, a dish that captures the harmony of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors Portugal is known for. On the side, we’ll make crispy roasted potatoes, a simple but beloved staple found on tables across the country.
The evening concludes with a luscious olive oil chocolate mousse, a dessert that combines bittersweet richness with the silky smoothness of Portugal’s famed oils. Each dish we prepare highlights a different aspect of Portuguese cuisine—sea, land, and vineyard—all woven together into a feast of flavor and tradition.
Whether you’re passionate about global cuisine or simply seeking a unique night out, this class offers an engaging and delicious journey to Portugal, right here at home.

BYOB

We suggest a Portuguese Vinho Verde, a rich Touriga Nacional red, a chilled Alvarinho white, a fruity Spanish Grenache, or a rich Portugese Madiera to pair with dessert

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!

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