A festive Haitian cooking experience celebrating comfort, tradition, and the joy of gathering around the holiday table.
Nwèl Lakay is Chef KO’s seasonal holiday cooking experience, created around the flavors that make a Haitian table feel warm, generous, and full of life.
Guests will learn to prepare Poul Nan Sòs and Haitian Macaroni au Gratin from start to finish, then gather around the table for a festive communal meal served with Diri Djon Djon, bannann peze, and pikliz.
Throughout the experience, Chef KO will share the techniques, ingredients, and traditions that shape Haitian home cooking while guiding guests through each step with hands-on instruction.
This is part cooking class, part holiday gathering, and fully rooted in Haitian hospitality.
Poul Nan Sòs — tender chicken simmered in a rich Haitian Creole sauce with peppers, onions, herbs, and aromatics
Haitian Macaroni au Gratin — rich, deeply seasoned baked macaroni with a golden, cheesy finish
Diri Djon Djon
Bannann Peze
Pikliz
A festive holiday beverage
Dessert or a seasonal sweet finish
All ingredients
Hands-on guided instruction with Chef KO
Wine and light bites
Shared holiday meal
Printed recipe booklet
Cultural and culinary storytelling
Take-home jar of Epis or Pikliz
Post-class recipe support
How to properly clean, season, and marinate chicken Haitian-style
How to build a deeply flavorful Sòs Kreyòl
How to layer herbs, aromatics, and seasoning using Epis
How to prepare Haitian macaroni au gratin with the right texture and seasoning
How to taste and adjust seasoning throughout the cooking process
How to bring a complete Haitian holiday plate together with balance and presentation
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Duration: 3 hours
Investment: $250 per guest
Format: Hands-on cooking class + communal holiday meal
Limited seating. Advance reservation required.
Exact location and arrival details will be provided to confirmed guests prior to the experience.
Please disclose all food allergies and dietary restrictions at the time of booking. We’ll make reasonable efforts to accommodate guests where possible, but some substitutions may not be available due to the format of the class and menu.
Come cook, gather, and celebrate Nwèl Lakay.
A festive Haitian cooking experience celebrating comfort, tradition, and the joy of gathering around the holiday table.
Nwèl Lakay is Chef KO’s seasonal holiday cooking experience, created around the flavors that make a Haitian table feel warm, generous, and full of life.
Guests will learn to prepare Poul Nan Sòs and Haitian Macaroni au Gratin from start to finish, then gather around the table for a festive communal meal served with Diri Djon Djon, bannann peze, and pikliz.
Throughout the experience, Chef KO will share the techniques, ingredients, and traditions that shape Haitian home cooking while guiding guests through each step with hands-on instruction.
This is part cooking class, part holiday gathering, and fully rooted in Haitian hospitality.
Poul Nan Sòs — tender chicken simmered in a rich Haitian Creole sauce with peppers, onions, herbs, and aromatics
Haitian Macaroni au Gratin — rich, deeply seasoned baked macaroni with a golden, cheesy finish
Diri Djon Djon
Bannann Peze
Pikliz
A festive holiday beverage
Dessert or a seasonal sweet finish
All ingredients
Hands-on guided instruction with Chef KO
Wine and light bites
Shared holiday meal
Printed recipe booklet
Cultural and culinary storytelling
Take-home jar of Epis or Pikliz
Post-class recipe support
How to properly clean, season, and marinate chicken Haitian-style
How to build a deeply flavorful Sòs Kreyòl
How to layer herbs, aromatics, and seasoning using Epis
How to prepare Haitian macaroni au gratin with the right texture and seasoning
How to taste and adjust seasoning throughout the cooking process
How to bring a complete Haitian holiday plate together with balance and presentation
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Duration: 3 hours
Investment: $250 per guest
Format: Hands-on cooking class + communal holiday meal
Limited seating. Advance reservation required.
Exact location and arrival details will be provided to confirmed guests prior to the experience.
Please disclose all food allergies and dietary restrictions at the time of booking. We’ll make reasonable efforts to accommodate guests where possible, but some substitutions may not be available due to the format of the class and menu.
Come cook, gather, and celebrate Nwèl Lakay.
