Castle Hills Restaurant is Introducing Private Cooking Classes and Demos

The restaurant is launching a new dining package for guests seeking a more intimate experience. Chef John and his team will offer two unique experiences: hands-on cooking classes where guests prepare Clementine’s signature dishes, and guided demonstrations that give an insider look at the kitchen’s techniques and secrets.

Guests interested in Clementine’s new private cooking classes and demos can participate when booking a buyout lunch or dinner service, or through the restaurant’s @Home program.

Clementine offers six distinct private cooking classes and demos. From pasta-making and cooking with seasonal produce to mastering basic knife skills, there’s something for everyone eager to explore food preparation and the culinary magic behind Clementine. For those curious outside the classes offered, guests have the luxury to coordinate a fully customized experience.

All classes and demos include ingredients, class materials, and a light meal featuring the dishes prepared during the session. Guests interested in learning more about Clementine’s new culinary program can find additional information on their website HERE.

Clementine invites guests to step behind the scenes and discover the creativity, flavors, and techniques that make Castle Hills’ top restaurant unforgettable. From hands-on classes to guided demonstrations led by James Beard Award finalist John Russ, or a fully customized culinary experience. There’s a chance for every guest to engage, learn, and savor the magic of Clementine.

Opened in 2018 in the Castle Hills community of San Antonio, Clementine is a family-owned neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal, innovative eats in a modern and lively atmosphere. Led by Chef John Russ, a 2023 James Beard Award Nominee for Best Chef: Texas, and Pastry Chef Elise Russ, the menu features bold, globally inspired flavors through a rotating selection of small plates, generous platters, produce-forward “sideboard” options, and nostalgic, imaginative desserts.

Many guests choose the signature Feed Me—a six-course, family-style dining experience where Chef Russ and team create a personalized menu for the table based on seasonal ingredients and creative pairings. In addition to dinner service Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Clementine offers lunch on the third Friday of every month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Clementine is also home to The Juice Box, a sommelier- and Chef Russ–curated monthly wine club showcasing unexpected, highly drinkable bottles to be enjoyed at home. For special occasions, the restaurant is available for private buyouts, offering a warm, intimate setting for all kinds of celebrations. Clementine @Home extends the experience even further, with a fully staffed, in-home dining service that brings Clementine’s hospitality and flavor to your table.

Ranked one of the top two best restaurants in San Antonio by the San Antonio Express-News, Clementine is located at 2195 NW Military Highway, San Antonio, TX 78213. For more information, call (210) 503-5121 or visit www.clementine-sa.com. Follow on Instagram @clementine.sanantonio and like on Facebook @Clementine.SanAntonio.

- 2021 Best Restaurant by San Antonio Magazine
- 2024 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Winner - Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year
- 2025 Clementine ranked #2 in the city on San Antonio Express-News “Top 50 Restaurants”
- 2025 San Antonio Business Journal Impact Award