- The Teaching Kitchen -
Sourdough
Join Sierra as she returns to lead this popular, beginner-friendly sourdough workshop! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of sourdough baking—from maintaining your starter (no daily feedings!), understating fermentation, and building the confidence to prepare and bake sourdough at home.
Sierra will walk you through each step with practical tips and how to avoid common pitfalls. Participants will leave with ability to fully dive into their own sourdough journey.
This class provides starter, a banneton, and take home instructions.
Instructor:
Sierra Powers
Friday, March 13
6pm-8pm
$125
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Puzzle Night
Join us for a relaxed and cozy Puzzle Night! Feel free to work solo, with a partner, or as a group.
When you arrive, you'll choose a 300-500 piece puzzle, which will be yours to keep. Each registration includes a non-alcoholic drink and a delicious treat from Nell’s to savor while you piece it all together.
Whether you’re in it for the challenge or just a peaceful night out, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect.
NOTE: Even if you choose to work in a pair or with a group on one puzzle, each registrant will get to choose their own puzzle to keep.
Registration Required
Tuesday, March 17
6pm-8pm
$26/person
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Homeschool Session: Baking Foundations
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and bake delicious homemade bread and chocolate chip cookies!
In this hands-on class, kids ages 9–12 will explore different mixing methods, learn how each ingredient affects a recipe, and pick up essential kitchen safety and recipe-reading skills.
By the end, participants will have tasty treats to enjoy and the confidence to try new recipes at home. Fun, interactive, and full of learning—this class is the perfect way for young bakers to dive into the world of baking!
Instructor:
Hayley Johnson
Wednesday, March 18
8am-11am
$90
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Protein Prep: 7 Meals in One Session
In one efficient session, you'll learn the fundamentals of prepping four versatile proteins: chicken, salmon, beef tips, and shrimp — plus plant-based alternatives.
We'll cover the techniques that make meal prep actually work. You'll leave with a full cooler, a set of recipes, and the confidence to make this kind of prep a regular part of your routine.
All recipes are gluten free. Ingredients used in this class will include fish, shellfish, eggs, soy, dairy, sesame, and tree nuts. This is not an allergen-free environment.
What to bring: A cooler with ice packs and seven meal-sized containers
Instructor:
Marinell Simpson
Thursday, March 26
6pm-8pm
$125
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Puzzle Night
Join us for a relaxed and cozy Puzzle Night! Feel free to work solo, with a partner, or as a group.
When you arrive, you'll choose a 300-500 piece puzzle, which will be yours to keep. Each registration includes a non-alcoholic drink and a delicious treat from Nell’s to savor while you piece it all together.
Whether you’re in it for the challenge or just a peaceful night out, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect.
NOTE: Even if you choose to work in a pair or with a group on one puzzle, each registrant will get to choose their own puzzle to keep.
Registration Required
Tuesday, March 31
6pm-8pm
$26/person
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
German Comfort Food
Join Sierra for a hands-on class celebrating German-from-Russia comfort food, still commonly made in home kitchens across the Midwest. The menu features recipes passed down through Sierra’s own family, and together we’ll prepare a few classic dishes that come together for a complete meal.
We’ll make Knoephla Soup, Fleischkuechle, and a traditional kuchen—think tender dumplings, savory meat-filled pastries, and rich custard. This class will get your hands working with dough while filling the kitchen with the comforting flavors of these heritage recipes. You’ll leave with recipes to recreate and share with your friends and family.
Instructor:
Sierra Powers
Friday, April 10
6pm-8pm
$95
At Nell's Table on Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Class Policies
Nell's Teaching Kitchen offers instructors from the community, chefs from area restaurants, and experts in various cuisine and techniques. Our classes and workshops are something you will look forward to attending.
Classes must be paid for in advance. Classes are nonrefundable, but we can offer credit towards future classes when you notify us 48 hours before the scheduled class time. We reserve the right to cancel a class due to a lack of attendance. In this case, a full refund will be given.
Wine or beer is included in the price of a class for occasions where it fits with the menu. Non-alcoholic beverages are always available free of charge.
If you are interested in purchasing 10+ seats please reach out to us as we can schedule a private event for you.
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