What to do and see in Napa Valley, Napa Valley: The Best Classes & Workshops

Monthly guided tastings of artisan cheese led by Janet Fletcher, publisher of Planet Cheese and a nationally recognized expert on cheese. Different theme every month. Class begins with a half-hour reception followed by a 90-minute sit-down tasting with appropriate wines or beers. A great way to meet locals and build your cheese expertise.

We are all about family and wine country. As 6th generation from the Bay and 3 generations in Napa, our tasting room provides an amazing laid back wine experience that's more than just a glass of wine. We also have wines from some of our friends...names you might recognize and wines you will enjoy!

The Silverado Cooking School in Napa is an interactive, hands-on cooking school geared towards the home cook. Located on the beautiful Silverado Trail, our prestigious school offers a wide range of cooking classes in Napa. Professional Chef Malcolm de Sieyes teaches basic technique as well as more advanced classes and specialty regional cuisines for the cooking connoisseur.

Focused entirely on culinary and wine trips to every part of the globe, our one-of-a-kind, chef-led journeys take you on adventures where we eat, drink, taste, cook and forage with local artisans. You get truly authentic experiences learning about the place, the culture, the people and history through their culinary heritage.

Shumin Yu aka " Julie" is a certified Massage Therapist with 8 years’ experience in reflexology, Swedish, deep tissue, Thai and sport massage. Whether you are suffering from lower back pain, neck & shoulder tension, stress or anxiety, chronic headaches, sports / job related injuries, pregnancy discomfort or just want to escape for an hour or two to indulge yourself.

Hands-on cooking classes in Napa Valley. Gourmet Retreats is located in the town of Calistoga in the Legendary Napa Valley. Classes are customized in format and length, geared to avid home cooks and food enthusiasts. Students enjoy meal of food prepared served with wine/beverage. Knives, tools and equipment are provided. Students only need to bring their appetite for knowledge and fun. See website for sample formats and menus.

The health, safety, and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff are our top priority. As such, our campus restaurants and public programs will remain closed for the time being and outside visitors are not permitted on campus. The Culinary Institute of America is one of the world’s most unique and enriching schools for food and wine education. Our academic programs include Associate, Master's degrees and Certificate programs as well as custom programs for leaders and professionals in the food industry. Built in the late 19th century and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, our impressive Greystone facility in St. Helena was once home to the Christian Brothers Winery. After reopening, we will offer dining in the Gatehouse Restaurant; espresso and pastry from The Bakery Cafe by illy, shopping for everything culinary in the Spice Islands Marketplace, and historic public tours, including the historic Barrel Room, and the amazing collection of 1000+ corkscrews.

The CIA at Copia has implemented additional precautions to ensure a safe environment for all our guests and employees. Our building remains closed to the public until further notice.

At-home chefs and food enthusiasts of all levels are welcome at The Food & Wine Center. Our expertly-taught cooking and baking classes place the beauty and freshness of Napa Valley dining into your hands. With classes designed by Chef Mackenzie Rupp, plus an ongoing calendar of guest chefs and bakers, learning new skills or honing existing ones has never been more delectable.