For the Love of Tomatoes Cooking Class

Learn to cook with summer’s most versatile vegetable—the mighty tomato! Harvest fresh, flavorful produce from the Pippin Gardens and discover how to make the most of both beautiful and “ugly” tomatoes. With Chef Victoria as your guide, you’ll create delicious sungold tomato tarts and toasted ugly tomato vinaigrette.

Explore our Culinary Getaway Package: Pair your class with a stay at the historic Crossroads Inn for the ultimate midweek escape filled with food, wine, and relaxation, just down the Hill from Pippin.

About the Cooking Class Experience

Participants will receive a welcome glass of bubbly and enjoy a guided tour of the Pippin Gardens before venturing into the kitchen for an interactive cooking demonstration. Then, they’ll break into groups to dive into hands-on cooking, working through each recipe together while sipping on Pippin Hill wine. After the lesson, guests will gather in our Tasting Room for a family-style dinner to enjoy their culinary creations alongside additional dishes prepared by our kitchen team.

Upon arrival, please check in with our team who will provide you with 2 drink tickets redeemable for your choice of pre-selected red or white Pippin Hill wine, the recipes to follow along, and an apron for the evening. The price of your ticket covers a $150 class fee and a 20% service charge. Please be aware that the listed price of your ticket includes all applicable sales taxes as required by law in Virginia.