académie classes and SPECIAL events
Join us at AMIE Académie for both sweet and savory cooking and baking classes as well as special events. All skill levels are welcome. Classes are final sale and non-refundable; for more information about our classes and booking policies, please see our FAQ page. If you are interested in a session that has sold out, please contact us to get on the waitlist. Private classes are available by appointment only; please inquire via email to connect. Click on a session below to read class descriptions, see photography, and purchase tickets.
March 28: Sensational Appetizers with Chef James Dings
March 28: Sensational Appetizers with Chef James Dings
Join Executive Chef James Dings and learn how to prepare these mouthwatering appetizers to impress your guests and elevate your hosting game. In this immersive, hands-on cooking lesson, students will make:
House-churned Mozzarella cheese served caprese style
Roasted pepper and goat cheese Bruschetta with basil and roast garlic aioli
What you make is yours to enjoy. Tickets are one per person. Space is limited. All students must be 21 years or older. 4-6 PM
About Executive Chef James Dings
Executive Chef James Dings will join AMIE Académie to host a series of inspired appetizer courses. Drawing on nearly 50 years of professional kitchen experience, Chef Dings has mastered the dinner experience and skillful instruction. Current Sous Chef of the Ocean House, James has a distinct understanding of and appreciation for vibrant flavor combinations. Former Instructor at the Epicurean Brotherhood of Cape Cod, Chef James has spent much of his dignified career gathering students in the kitchen. His teaching style is confident and approachable. At AMIE Académie, Chef James looks forward to meeting a new generation of food lovers and hopes to be reunited with previous students and friends of Cape Cod.
Chef James as worked as Executive and Head Chef at the Oyster Company Raw Bar and Grill, Harborview Restaurant and Bar, and the Crowne Plaza Philadelphia to name a few. He graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and has over 30 years of experience in hospitality, successfully opening four major hotels as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef. His talent led him to win first prize for Creative Specialties in the New York Food Show, as well as winning the Iron Chef competition in South Jersey in 2007.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
ABOUT AMIE ACADEMIE
There is an unfounded mystique about baking. Since the AMIE brand was conceived a decade ago, our mission at AMIE Académie has been to demystify scratch baking and help instill confidence in anyone who wants to bake. Inspired by attending a variety of recreational and professional classes around the world, Amie gleaned best practices and honed in on what makes the experience worthwhile. Our talented instructors guide students with a combination of hands-on experience and demonstrations that inevitably evoke “Aha!” moments. We strive to create a place for friends and neighbors to gather, celebrate special occasions, refine skills and techniques, and enjoy delicious food in good company.
The Académie brings together locals and travelers alike to learn and share in the kitchen. Many students meet, become friends, and return to the Académie together. One of our favorite memories was having guests arrive in the kitchen for class and two attendees recognized each other from playing high school football together decades ago. Many students have discovered talent, passion, and the joys of baking—we even discovered one of our gifted cake decorators while she was doing piping work in a class. In food, there is endless room for growth and discovery. The Académie is also a conduit for sharing how we do things at AMIE Bakery. Teaching connects with customers and provides a way to engage the Cape Cod community and beyond.
AMIE Académie has also hosted prestigious chefs from across the country, including Executive Chef Laura Briscoe, Executive Pastry Chef Gale Gand, and local Executive Chef James Dings to name a few. As of 2024, over 2,000 guests have attended recreational cooking and baking classes and themed special events from bourbon and wine tastings to high tea.
Académie classes are recreational, drawing curious newbies and industry professionals to participate. Students collaborate in small groups to create an intimate experience that fosters getting to know those alongside you. While many large parties participate, plenty of students fly solo. The class setting is also an opportunity to address pitfalls and teach troubleshooting, so obstacles are easily overcome at home. We strive to encourage and show our students that baking is a balance between science and art.
Whether you're an avid baker or a beginner, we invite you to join us for classes at AMIE Académie. For policy information, visit our FAQ page. Hear what our graduates are saying, and discover our photo gallery. Full class descriptions, photography, and information can be found on each class page by selecting a session listed above.
“My mission is to educate our customers about what authentic pastry looks and tastes like. If you haven’t tasted scratch-made pastry cream you probably think the vanilla pudding you’re buying is delicious. Once you taste the real thing, you can’t go back. And it’s easy to make. One key to loving pastry is realizing it’s not complicated to make. ”
Join us for High Tea at AMIE Bakery. Enjoy a tower of finger sandwiches, mini croissants, scones, and pastries accompanied by a variety of teas. Cash bar available.
12 PM, registration required. This special event is not a class or demonstration.