Crafted Together: A Valentine’s Cocktail & Cooking Class

Celebrate Valentine’s together at The Harpeth Hotel with an intimate, hands-on culinary experience.  Guided by the chefs of 1799 Kitchen & Bar Room, couples will craft the signature Franklin Fizz cocktail and prepare fresh gnocchi for dinner, featuring local mushrooms, artisan cheeses, and truffles. The evening begins with a welcome glass of bubbles and a gathering while you enjoy cheese and charcuterie. COST $160 per couple (2 people), plus tax. 20% gratuity included.

WHAT YOU WILL BE EATING & DRINKING

• Welcome Bubbles with a Cheese & Charcuterie Display

• Franklin Fizz – Gin, Aperol, Orgeat, Lemon, Egg White, Bitters

• Handmade Ricotta Gnocchi – Ricotta Gnocchi, Wild Mushrooms, Local Greens, Truffle Cream

• Chocolate Heart – Chocolate Cake, White Chocolate Mousse, Raspberry Cremieux, Strawberry Sorbet

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Cocktail Class: Our house mixologist will guide you through the history of the classic fizz, exploring the ingredients, flavors, and techniques behind traditional fizz cocktails. Learn how egg whites are used in cocktails and the unique texture and balance they create, then craft and enjoy our signature Valentine’s Day cocktail—the Franklin Fizz.

Cooking Class: Chef Thomas will lead you and your partner through the process of making traditional gnocchi dough from scratch. After rolling and shaping your gnocchi, you’ll build your own dish using Chef Thomas’s special Valentine’s Day recipe. The experience concludes with a demonstration on finishing the pasta, followed by enjoying your handmade creation—afterwards, Chef Thomas will serve his signature Valentine's Day dessert. Each couple will take home a keepsake recipe card to recreate the dish again.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• You will be working in a group setting with approximately 9-11 other couples.

• You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class.

• You will be working with alcohol, and must be at least 21 years of age with a valid ID.

• The class will last approximately 2 hours.

• You will work with others and share workstations and equipment.

Our recipes are developed using traditional and modern cooking techniques and all ingredients may not be listed in the menu. If you have any food allergies, please give us a call before booking. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during the class.