Date Night: Bharat – Explore Sumac & Tarragon at Cookology Culinary School – Arlington, VA

Date Night: Bharat – Explore Sumac & Tarragon at Cookology Culinary School – Arlington, VA

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Don’t miss this upcoming event in Arlington, VA. Happening on Friday, September 12, 2025 at Cookology Culinary School. Doors open at 6:00 PM.

Spice up date night! Cook vibrant Indian-inspired dishes with sumac & tarragon in a flavorful hands-on culinary adventure.

Class Experience

Bharat Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful JourneyExplore the vibrant spices and comforting aromas of Indian cuisine in this hands-on class focused on mastering a classic Bharat chicken and rice dish. Learn to marinate and cook tender, aromatic chicken infused with traditional spice blends, paired perfectly with fragrant basmati rice cooked to fluffy perfection. Finish with a sweet note by making a traditional Suji Halwa (Semolina Pudding), a creamy and refreshing Indian frozen dessert.

Menu:• Spiced Marinated Chicken• Fragrant Basmati Rice with Whole Spices (Pre-made rice adding Spices)• Fresh Cucumber Raita• Suji Halwa (Semolina Pudding)

Skills and Techniques:• Marinating for maximum flavor infusion• Tempering whole spices (tadka)• Perfecting fluffy, separate grain rice• Balancing spices and acidity• Preparing traditional Indian frozen desserts• Working with natural sweeteners and dairy

This class will deepen your understanding of Indian cooking techniques and flavor profiles, leaving you ready to create an authentic, balanced meal from start to finish.

Cocktails, beer and wine are available for purchase at the bar.

*Price is per person*

Your purchase includes:

• One seat in the class

• Recipes, which will be emailed at the end of class

• Live step-by-step cooking instruction

Classes are approximately 90 minutes – 2 hours

Price is per person, and unfortunately, Sawyer is limited in its ability to register multiple adults for a single class. So, if you would like to register another adult for this class, you must sign them up as your child. Simply choose “ADD CHILD” and enter your guests name and a birthday. This will allow you to register another participant. Price is per person, so it will add the additional cost for the seat. Or you can have your guest(s) create an account and register themselves separately.

We apologize for the inconvenience. However, be sure to indicate any allergies for yourself or your guest(s) when you signup. If you have any issues, please email us at info@cookologyonline.com or call at 703-433-1909 and press 1.

ALTERNATIVES: Non-alcoholic drink options available. Vegetarian, non-dairy and gluten-free substitutions available for every class.

Please make us aware of any accommodations we need to make on your behalf.

Parking in Ballston Quarter parking lot is recommended. Park on level 4 or 5, then proceed to Mall level 3.

Must be 21+ to drink alcoholic beverages

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Date And Time

Friday, September 12th, 2025 06:00 PM (PDT)
 

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Cookology Culinary School
 

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