Upcoming Events at The CIA at Copia

Julia’s Kitchen: Celebrating French Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

America's grande dame of cooking, Julia Child inspired a generation of cooks, sharing her joy of food with millions! To celebrate her life and timeless passion for cooking, we're offering […]

CIA Skills: Farm to Table

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Farm to table is more than a restaurant buzzword—it’s a frame of mind, and you don’t have to be a farmer or a chef to get in on the fun. […]

CIA Skills: Farm to Table

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Farm to table is more than a restaurant buzzword—it’s a frame of mind, and you don’t have to be a farmer or a chef to get in on the fun. […]

Julia’s Kitchen: Celebrating French Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

America’s grande dame of cooking, Julia Child inspired a generation of cooks, sharing her joy of food with millions! To celebrate her life and timeless passion for cooking, we’re offering […]

CIA Skills: Flatbreads from Around the World

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Flatbreads are among the world’s oldest and most commonly eaten breads. Whether served savory or sweet, puffed up or rolled thin, these internationally inspired, flavorful breads are sure to become […]

CIA Skills: Flavors of the Mediterranean Table

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Exquisite in its simplicity and representative of the casual entertaining throughout the Mediterranean, these flavors are all the rage! From light finger foods to healthy main dishes, this intriguing class […]

Holiday Pies

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

As you gear up for the holiday rush, take an afternoon in our kitchen learning to make tender, flaky pies—arguably the star of the holiday table. From fruit-laden and latticed […]

Handmade Dim Sum and Dumplings

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Want to impress your friends with a dim sum party? Come learn the techniques to make popular dim sum dishes at home. We’ll steam and deep fry our way to […]

Julia’s Kitchen: Celebrating French Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

America’s grande dame of cooking, Julia Child inspired a generation of cooks, sharing her joy of food with millions! To celebrate her life and timeless passion for cooking, we’re offering […]

CIA Skills: Easy Entertaining

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

From simple summer get-togethers to upscale cocktail parties, we’ll share the tips and techniques you need to make entertaining your family and friends at home fun, effortless, and elegant. Learn […]

CIA Skills: Brunch

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Everyone loves brunchtime-comforting, irresistible dishes enjoyed at a leisurely pace with friends and family! Join us for a hands-on cooking class that explores trendy brunch foods, tips for hosting midday […]

Holiday Cookies

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Nothing gets us in the holiday spirit like baking cookies! Come join us for the most fun day making our favorite holiday cookie recipes. Alongside our CIA chef-instructor, you’ll learn […]

Hors d’Oeuvre at Home

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Whatever you want to call them—hors d’oeuvre, appetizers, tapas—small bites are true partygoer favorites. Join us in the kitchen and learn the techniques and recipes for preparing a varied selection […]

Holiday Pies

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

As you gear up for the holiday rush, take an afternoon in our kitchen learning to make tender, flaky pies—arguably the star of the holiday table. From fruit-laden and latticed […]

Handmade Dim Sum & Dumplings

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Want to impress your friends with a dim sum party? Come learn the techniques to make popular dim sum dishes at home. We'll steam and deep fry our way to […]

Seasonal Italian – Fall/Winter

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

We can thank the cooler weather of Italian autumn for some of the region's most iconic ingredients, like olives and grapes. In this class, we'll celebrate the bountiful fall and […]

Bistros and Brasseries

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

The words bistro and brasseries may bring to mind fancy French-ness, but the food served in these French cafes is actually casual fare, like cozy comfort foods that come from […]

Julia’s Kitchen: Celebrating French Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

America's grande dame of cooking, Julia Child, inspired a generation of cooks sharing her joy of food with millions! Join us for an expanded 5-hour culinary experience to celebrate her […]

Sláinte! Irish Cocktails (that aren’t green)

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

From the satiny, fruity, elegant precision of Irish whiskey, the decadence of fresh, homemade Irish Cream to the unlikely combination of Guinness and Champagne, it’s so easy to understand why […]

Fresh Pasta at Home

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Simple ingredients are transformed into elegant, mouthwatering dishes. The silky texture of fresh pasta is a pleasure on the palate and simple to make once you know the secrets behind […]

The History of Napa Valley in 8 Glasses

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Come learn the rich history of the Napa Valley wine industry as we taste our way through the wines of notable pioneers, made in diverse soils, and unique micro-climates. We'll […]

CIA Skills: Brunch

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Everyone loves brunchtime-comforting, irresistible dishes enjoyed at a leisurely pace with friends and family! Join us for a hands-on cooking class that explores trendy brunch foods, tips for hosting midday […]

Handmade Dim Sum & Dumplings

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Want to impress your friends with a dim sum party? Come learn the techniques to make popular dim sum dishes at home. We'll steam and deep fry our way to […]

CIA Skills: Easy Entertaining

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

From simple summer get-togethers to upscale cocktail parties, we'll share the tips and techniques you need to make entertaining your family and friends at home fun, effortless, and elegant. Learn […]

CIA Skills: Plant-Forward Asian Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

The culinary traditions of Asian cuisine are as vast as the continent itself. In this hands-on exploration of plant-forward Asian cookery, you’ll explore the flavor-rich cooking styles that bring plants […]

CIA Skills: Plant-Forward Mediterranean Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

From the spice markets of North Africa to the fishing villages of coastal Spain, the cuisines of the Mediterranean celebrate the bounty of the region’s rich landscape. In this hands-on […]

Tequila Masterclass

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

Join CIA beverage expert Traci Dutton for this unique interactive tasting experience that will certainly change your thoughts on tequila. Plus, she'll share her top-secret perfect margarita recipe! Tequila is […]

Derby Day Cocktails: A Celebration of Bourbon

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

You may not think there’s a horse in this race besides the Mint Julep, but you may change your bet after this class on the signature Kentucky tipple. We’ll learn […]

Julia’s Kitchen: Celebrating French Cuisine

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

America's grande dame of cooking, Julia Child, inspired a generation of cooks sharing her joy of food with millions! Join us for an expanded 5-hour culinary experience to celebrate her […]

California Cheeses and The Wines That Love Them

The CIA at Copia 500 1st Street, Napa, CA

The artisan cheese makers of California have set a new pace in the United States for incredible quality and selection. Learn about different styles of cheese available here, the basics […]