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We Host Culinary Experiences

Through CLASSES & Private Events In Richmond, Virginia

 
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Let’s Cook Together In Person or At Home

Mise En Place is the premier destination for a unique, culinary experience. Hone your cooking skills with our in-depth hands on cooking classes in our downtown studio. We welcome novices to seasoned home cooks. Mise En Place brings friends, family and work colleagues together with every chop, stir and sauté.

Do you want to cook with your work team, but everyone lives in different cities around the globe? Join us for a virtual dinner party and let us bring our classes into your home. We provide a Zoom link, grocery list, and instructions prior to the class. Just sign on and cook with your friends alongside our talented chefs and food and beverage professionals.

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Class Gift Card
Class Gift Card

Mise En Place offers the perfect gift for the home chef in your life! Gift cards expire after one year of purchase. Gift cards may be used towards in-person or online classes, for guests near or far:

April 26 - Earth Day with Seasonal Roots (FREE ONLINE CLASS)
April 26 - Earth Day with Seasonal Roots (FREE ONLINE CLASS)

This Spring, we are teaming up with our favorite online farmers market Seasonal Roots, to celebrate Earth Day and seasonal eating. As a special offer, you can join the Seasonal Roots community for free ($50 value) and gain access to fresh, local ingredients using code "MISEENPLACE".

Our Earth Day Cooking Class will feature: Merguez Sausage with Conch Peas & Microgreens, Freekeh Salad with Herbs & Yogurt Dill Sauce, and Fresh Fruit with a Honey Yogurt Dressing. Seasonal Roots will be offering a curated Earth Day Bundle just for the occasion.

*All menu items are subject to change due to availability from our local vendors

Chef Christine Wansleben

Class Time: 6:00-8:00PM

May 1 - Spring in Italy (In Person Class)
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May 1 - Spring in Italy (In Person Class)

Celebrate the season with a delicious Italian meal that will make Nona proud. Plus our menu just happens to be vegetarian too.

Menu includes: Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta on Crostini, (Homemade) Pasta Primavera, Wedge Salad with a Creamy Italian Dressing and a delicious Tiramisu.

Chef Paige Dordoni

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

May 10 - Fresh Weeknight Meals: Salmon (In Person Class)
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May 10 - Fresh Weeknight Meals: Salmon (In Person Class)

The weather is warming up and we are excited to add all of the great spring produce into our kitchens. Tonight we’ll enjoy a meal of: Tapenade with Cashew Cream, Roasted Salmon with Dill & Mustard Sauce, Wild Rice, Pan Seared Endive and a Seasonal Berry Cobbler with Fresh Cream.

Chef Paige Dordoni

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

May 22 - Beach Weekend Eats (In Person Class)
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May 22 - Beach Weekend Eats (In Person Class)

We are getting ready for the big holiday weekend, kicking off the summer season. Tonight’s meal is definitely seaside worthy. Tonight we’ll enjoy a meal of: Mini Crab Cakes with Remoulade, Stuffed Burgers on the Grill, Italian Potato & Green Bean Salad and Peach Cobbler a la Mode.

Chef Paige Dordoni

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

May 15 - Cocktails and Canapes World Tour: Japan (In-Person )
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May 15 - Cocktails and Canapes World Tour: Japan (In-Person )

Join us for our new series with a hands on, collab class of food and spirits with Beth Dixon of Salt and Acid. Beth will show us how to create classic Japanese cocktails: Japanese Slipper and a Japanese Cocktail. And to go along with those spirits, we’ll create some wonderful snacks that are a perfect pairing, including Gyoza , Chicken Yakitori, Harumaki (Spring Rolls) and more.

Price includes the class plus specialty beverages.

Known for her shrubs and high acid cocktails, Beth is the sole proprietor of Salt and Acid. Through her business, she focuses on cocktail menu consulting, bar staff training and private events. She currently serves as President for the Richmond, VA chapter of the United States Bartenders’ Guild.

Chef Christine Wansleben & Beth Dixon

Class time 6:30-9:00 p.m.

May 23 - Cooking without a Recipe (In Person Class)
May 23 - Cooking without a Recipe (In Person Class)

Do you secretly envy that friend who whips up a meal from a few pantry ingredients? Now's your chance to learn how. Join us for a fun introduction to no-recipe cooking. You'll learn how to make a delicious meal based on visual cues, ingredient groups, and your taste buds (and then, best of all, eat it!).
This class is based on her course 'COOK! Without Recipes' focused on simple techniques to prepare whole and unprocessed food for everyday life. Menu includes: Dry Rub & Roasted Chicken Breasts, Simple Salads with a 4-ingredient vinaigrette using local tomatoes and beets and a bright , Citrus Dessert.

Rebecca Thomas, founder of not another diet, a program and podcast that teaches weight loss without dieting

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

May 29 - Summer Vibes (In Person Class)
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May 29 - Summer Vibes (In Person Class)

The summer season is upon us and we are cooking a little lighter bringing fresh flavors to the table. Tonight’s meal is market fresh! The menu includes: Herb & Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes, Seared Sea Scallops with Lemon Beurre Blanc, Zucchini Noodles, Vegetable Bundles, and Olive Oil Cake with Passionfruit Sauce.

Chef Paige Dordoni

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

Mise En Place Full-Length Two-Pocket Bib Apron:

Elevate your kitchen or workshop experience with our premium Port Authority apron. Crafted for durability and designed for full-length coverage, this apron ensures you stay clean and comfortable during your culinary or creative endeavors. Plus, with two convenient pockets, you can easily keep your tools and essentials within arm's reach. Available in a range of stylish colors including Khaki, White, Sapphire, and Red!

 

Need to keep your team motivated?

We can also organize a private virtual cooking party for your group.

 
 

MISE EN PLACE IN THE NEWS

 
 

2023 Earth Day Virtual Cooking Event with Chef Christine from Mise En Place!

RICHMOND, Va. -- We had so much fun in our Virtual Cooking Earth Day Event with Seasonal Roots and Chef Christine with Mise En Place. The Menu included Apple, Radish, Pea Shoot and Spicy Lettuce Salad, Sauteed Scallops (or Trumpet Mushroom Scallops) with Cherry Tomatoes and Green Onions, Lemony Leafy Greens, Herb Butter, and Bread and Apple Stuffed French Toast..

 

Virginia This Morning: The perfect summer clambake with Chef Christine!

RICHMOND, Va. -- There’s still time to enjoy this recipe, perfect for summer. Chef Christine Wansleben of Mise En Place joined us in the Virginia This Morning kitchen with a clambake perfect for your next outdoor eating experience.

 

Virginia This Morning: Lemon pudding trifles with grilled pound cake with Chef Christine!

This simple dessert will sure to wow your guests. Chef Christine Wansleben of Mise En Place joined us in the Virginia This Morning kitchen with a delicious lemon pudding trifle.

 

Earth Day Virtual Cooking Event with Chef Christine from Mise En Place!

We had so much in our Virtual Cooking Event with Chef Christine! She walked us through how how to prepare Herb Crusted Cod with Roasted Tomatoes, Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms on Toast, and a dessert of Roasted Strawberries with Yogurt and Honey. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more information on the next event!

 

Chef at the Market - Chef Christine - Goat Cheese Stuffed French Toast with a Kicked Up Peach Sauce

Goat Cheese Stuffed French Toast with a Kicked Up Peach Sauce Serves 8

 

Christine Wansleben, owner and culinary director of Mise En Place

Friday, June 12, 2020 | By Brian McNeill

VCU JOURNALISM STUDENTS OVERCAME THE CHALLENGES OF A CAMPUS SHUTDOWN TO PRODUCE MINI-DOCUMENTARIES.

The first two debuted June 12 on VPM PBS Plus. Future episodes will air June 26, July 3 and July 10. The second documentary, “Food Access for All,” was produced by Cecilia Kim, a graduate student in the Robertson School’s Multimedia Journalism master’s degree program. The documentary features interviews with leaders of Central Virginia hunger-relief organization Feed More; Christine Wansleben, owner and culinary director of Mise En Place; and several Virginia food producers.

 

EXPEDITOR™510S Culinary Blender (120V) - Hamilton Beach Commercial

Proudly use several of Hamilton Beach's Commercial products

 
 

CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

The Retail Merchants Association sat down with Chef Christine and other women-owned businesses in Richmond to discuss what that road has looked like for them.

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