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CREPES, TARTS & QUICHE |
Tuesday April 1 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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Master light & flaky crusts & an array of meals for spring! Come for Broccoli & Cheese Quiche; Smoked Salmon, Leek & Boursin Cheese Tart; Savory Crepes stuffed with Roasted Chicken, Goat Cheese, Herbs & Asparagus with Roasted Pepper Sauce & Wild Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Quiche. Dessert will be Frangipane Peach Tart with Melba (Raspberry) Sauce. |
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TUSCAN TREASURES |
Tuesday April 1 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 |
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Indulge a desire for extraordinary Tuscan foods & learn to create your own Italian specialties! Our lesson will teach Eggplant Rollups; Pappa al Pomodoro (Bread & Tomato Soup); Polpettone Ripieni (Stuffed Meatballs); Stuffed Zucchini; Cheese Ravioli with Red Pepper Sauce; Gnocchi di Polenta (Polenta Pie) & dessert of Tuscan Cream Puffs. Mangiare molto bene! |
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GRAINS & BEANS |
Wednesday April 2 |
Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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Explore a variety of Grains & Beans, discover their nutritional value & learn how easy they are to prepare with these fabulous recipes! Come for a great lesson of Grilled Shrimp Salad with Black Eyed Peas & Citrus Chile Vinaigrette; Bulgur Risotto with Baby Spinach & Bacon; Salmon Kebabs with Quinoa & Grapefruit Salad; Lentil, Apple & Turkey Wraps; Pan-Fried Risotto Cakes with Tomato Crème Sauce; & Chocolate Espresso Spelt Cake. |
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LADIES NIGHT OUT |
Wednesday April 2 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 | |
Invite your friends to enjoy a lesson of stunning finger foods with recipes that work well for many occasions. When we're finished with preparations, we'll sit down & sip a Champagne Cocktail! Learn to prepare Dungeness Crab Cakes with Herb Cocktail Sauce; Puff Pastry Pinwheels filled with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Pesto; Zucchini, Carrot & Potato Pancakes with Mint Yogurt; Albondigas (Meatballs) in Chipotle Tomato Sauce; Blue Cheese & Brie Quesadillas with Pear & Brown Sugar Compote; Steamed Dumplings with Cilantro Dipping Sauce; Shrimp Croquets & Grand Champagne Cocktails. |
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WINE & CHEESE PARTY |
Thursday April 3 |
Laura Slama |
$55 |
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Here is a fabulous menu for entertaining this spring. Come to our party & learn to create these crowd pleasing dishes which pair beautifully with wines. Our lesson will be Prosciutto, Caramelized Onions & Feta Lavosh Pizza; Kung Pao Chicken in Wonton Cups; Grilled Smoky Lamb Skewers with Kalamata Dipping Oil; Mini Crab & Boursin Soufflés; Scallion Pancakes with Smoked Salmon & Horseradish Crème Fraiche; Smoked Gouda & Asian Pear Quesadilla Bites with White Balsamic Dipping Sauce, paired with Chianti & Sauvignon Blanc. |
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COOKING WITH CHOCOLATE |
Thursday April 3 |
Tracy Dempsey |
$55 |
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This class is for people who LOVE Chocolate! Indulge yourself & learn to use Chocolate in savory and sweet dishes. This fun & delicious lesson includes Cocoa Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potato Mash & Chocolate Gravy; Grilled Chicken Breasts with Chocolate-Ancho Mole & Cilantro Rice; White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding "Croutons" in Dark Chocolate Soup; Cocoa Blini with Sweet Chevre & Blackberry Marmelatta; Earl Grey-Chocolate Truffle Pops & Chilate (Chilled Spiced "Hot" Chocolate). |
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LUNCH AND LEARN |
Friday April 4 |
Amy Barnes |
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Enjoy a traditional favorite with a delicious Southwest twist! Our DEMONSTRATION will be Blue Corn Crusted Fried Chicken Breast with Ancho Honey; Buttermilk Bacon Smashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots. Dessert will be Gooey Toffee Butter Cake. |
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GOURMET GROUP |
Friday April 4 |
Ashly Young |
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Invite your cooking partner to share a fun evening & fabulous cooking experience. Couples will work together to create Roasted Pepper & Tomato Crostini with Garlic Oil; Grilled Lamb Chops with Fennel Butter; Saffron Orzo with Asparagus & Prosciutto; Eggplant with Tomatoes & Cilantro, served with Pinto Noir. Dessert will be Lemon Tart with Chocolate-Almond Crust. |
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MOMS & KIDS COOK |
Saturday April 5 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 per person |
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This class is for kids (ages 8 & above) & Moms who like to work together in the kitchen. Come learn these great recipes for new dinners & impress everyone in your family with what you can do together! Our lesson will be Fried Zucchini Strips with Roasted Garlic Aioli; Balsamic Grilled Vegetable Roll-ups with Herb Cream Cheese; Chicken Alfredo Pizza with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Spinach; Cheese Ravioli with Red Pepper Cream Sauce; Mushroom & Asiago Dip with Garlic Pita Chips & dessert of homemade Oreo Cookies with Nutella Ice Cream. |
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FABULOUS FISH |
Tuesday April 8 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$60 |
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Learn more about cooking Fish using a variety of methods, together with an accompaniment for each, which will make lots of great meals! Join us to learn Red Snapper en Papillote with Purple Potatoes, Roasted Red Peppers & Olives; Grilled Swordfish with Orange Ginger Glaze & Peanut Slaw; Blackened Tuna with Sweet Cucumber Salad; Parmesan Cheese encrusted Tilapia with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce; Broiled Halibut with Vegetable Ragout & Cedar Planked Salmon with Roasted Balsamic Potatoes. |
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THE ART OF SAUTÉ |
Tuesday April 8 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$60 |
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Learn to prepare dishes using the method of sauté. You'll be amazed at what you can cook quickly using this fast & impressive form of cooking. Our lesson will be Sautéed Zucchini Batons with Prosciutto drizzled with Caramelized Onion Sauce & Mango Sauce; Sautéed Chicken in Red Wine Sauce with Wild Mushroom Pommes Anna; Sautéed Shrimp with Tomatoes & Pernod; Sautéed Vegetables in Coconut Curry Sauce; Chicken Sauté with Pear & Ginger; Pan-seared Salmon with Ginger-Lime Sauce & Peanuts & Sautéed Pork Loin with Mustard & Grapes. |
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ITALIAN IN SPRING |
Wednesday April 9 |
Linda Hunt |
$50 | |
Learn from a chef who's taken cooking classes in Tuscany. She will share her stories & knowledge as she teaches a fabulous menu! This beautiful spring-time combination will be fun to repeat for your family & friends. We'll prepare Mixed Greens with Red Wine Vinaigrette; Seasoned Ricotta Crepes with Herbed Tomato Sauce; Roasted Chicken Salad with Fennel & Olives; Risotto with Asparagus, Fresh Peas & Yellow Squash; & Eggplant-Prosciutto Parmesan. Dessert will be Ladies Kisses (Baci di Dama). |
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FISH ON THE GRILL |
Wednesday April 9 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
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If you love Fish, come learn to prepare many varieties using your grill! The recipes and flavors are wonderful; in addition you'll be preparing healthy, fast measl for everyone. Join us to learn Grilled Tuna "Nicoise" Salad; Fish grilled on cedar planks with Guacamole Especial; Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Tomatillo & Mango Salsa; Grilled Swordfish with Grilled Caponata; Grilled Butterflied Rainbow Trout with Escarole & Artichoke; Grilled Halibut Steaks on Arugula with Tomato Salad & Gremolata & Grilled Shrimp & Green Papaya Salad. |
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PASSOVER COOKING |
Thursday April 10 |
Laura Slama |
$50 |
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This lesson will teach dishes to be served during Passover week (not the Seder) with wonderful meals your family & friends will enjoy. Learn Smoked Salmon, Caper & Chive Pinwheels; Red Curry Carrot Soup; Roasted Cornish Hens Provencal with Matzo Leek Dressing; Halibut with Braised Fennel, Onions & Spicy Marinara; Old favorite - new twist: Potato Kugel with Mushrooms & Onions & Italian Almond Cake & Pareve Chocolate Soufflés. |
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REAL CREOLE |
Thursday April 10 |
Amy Barnes |
$55 | |
Come experience the full flavor combinations of Creole which combine French, Spanish & African cuisines. Creole's history & sophisticated adaptations have made these dishes favorites since the mid 1800's. Come learn these great recipes including Shrimp Gumbo; Chicken Étouffée; Crab Cakes with Creole Mustard; Shrimp & Andouille Jambalaya; Sweet Potato Casserole; Creole Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce & Basic Pecan Pralines. We'll enjoy our Creole feast with Mint Juleps. |
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LUNCH & LEARN |
Friday April 11 |
Laura Slama |
$24 |
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Take a break from your busy week for a delicious lunch & inspiring DEMONSTRATION. Our menu will be Pork Chops with Peach Brandy Glaze, served with Sweet Potato Puree & Brussels Sprouts. Dessert will be Double Chocolate Cream Pie with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday April 11 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
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Invite a cooking partner to be part of this great class and prepare this fabulous menu served with some tasty wines. Come be part of creating Tandoori Shrimp & Mango Salad with Indian Flat Bread, served with Riesling. The entrée will be Pan-roasted Filet Mignon with Rum flavored Red Chile Sauce; Wild Mushroom Rice & Carrot Puree, served with Pinot Noir. Dessert will be Chocolate Silk Napoleon with Vanilla Anglaise & Caramel Dipped Pecans. |
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PHYLLO & PUFF PASTRY |
Saturday April 12 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$55 |
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Come learn the ins and outs of working with these pastries!! Get comfortable with both & have these fabulous recipes to use with your new-found knowledge. Our lesson is Puff Pastry Bowls served with chilled Roasted Red Pepper Bisque; Spinach & Sun-dried Tomato Puff Pastry Quiche; Apple, Blue Cheese & Candied Walnut Strudel with Balsamic dressed Greens; Phyllo Wrapped Brie with Apricot-Cherry Chutney, served with Apple Wedges & Crostini; Beef Wellington with Sautéed Mushrooms, Boursin Cheese & Red Wine Reduction Sauce. Dessert will be Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Sweet Walnut Filling & Cinnamon Ice Cream. |
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OLIVE OIL TASTING |
Saturday April 12 |
Michael Di Leo |
$10 | |
From the family farm in Sicily, the Di Leo family imports their intense & spicy Extra Virgin Olive Oils to Arizona & makes them available to us. Enjoy an informative & delicious tasting of Sicilian Gold & Athena Extra Virgin Olive Oils & see how their passion for Olive Oil creates these products which you can use for dipping & add to Salads, Meats, Fish & Breads. |
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BOUNTIFUL BRUNCH |
Tuesday April 15 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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Open up the doors & invite your friends to a beautiful day-time party on the patio. Offer this menu & provide everyone with a delightful (& delicious) experience! Come to learn Eggs Benedict with Chorizo Sausage & Chipotle Hollandaise; Wild Mushroom & Chicken Strudel with Balsamic Glaze; Crepes stuffed with Spinach, Smoked Salmon & Eggs with White Wine Hollandaise; Stuffed Brioche Banana French Toast with Candied Pecan Granola; Raspberry Scones with Lemon Glaze & Pecan Rolls with Caramel Glaze. |
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TAPAS & PAELLA |
Tuesday April 15 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 | |
Add a Spanish Fiesta to your entertaining repertoire! This class combines the best of Spanish appetizers with the national favorite Paella. Join us to learn Shrimp & Chorizo Tapas; Smoked Ham Croquettes; Tuna & Olive Crostini & Chicken & Andouille Strudels. Our Paella lesson will be Mixed Seafood Paella with Garlic Aioli & Chorizo & Chicken Paella with Vegetables. |
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SOUTHWEST SPECTACULAR |
Wednesday April 16 |
Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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Enjoy a lesson on the dynamic flavors of Southwest cuisine. These specialties make great party food for a few or a crowd! Learn to prepare Chile in a Biscuit Bowl; Corn, Avocado & Tomato Salad; Poblano Chiles Stuffed with Refried Beans & Guacamole Sauce; Green Chile Nachos with Chile Rubbed Steak; Gold Medal Sizzling Fajitas with Chicken, Beef & Shrimp; Baked Shrimp Enchiladas & dessert of Chocolate Ancho Flourless Cake. |
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SAUCE SAVVY |
Wednesday April 16 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$60 |
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Learn to make sauces which can be used in all of your cooking. Sign up for this great class to prepare Boiled & Spiced Shrimp with Remoulade Sauce, Cocktail Sauce & Tartar Special Sauce; Tuna with Mango Wine Sauce; Sautéed Pork Chops with Apple Chutney; Chicken Scallopine with Cucumber, Pomegranate & Mint Salsa; Béarnaise Sauce over Sautéed Vegetables; Lemon-Dill Sauce over Fish Filet & oven-roasted Fruit with Caramel Sauce. |
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GLOBAL CUISINE |
Thursday April 17 |
Laura Slama |
$50 per person |
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This lesson brings specialties from cuisines of the world. Enjoy this interesting & inspiring lesson of Stir-Fried Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce (China); Vegetarian Curry with Chiles & Tamarind over Basmati Rice (India); Negimake - Marinated Beef & Scallion Rolls with Greens & Miso Vinaigrette (Japan); Chicken Pad Thai (Thailand); Falafel with Tahini Sauce, Cucumbers & Pita (Israel) & Roasted Pineapple Sorbet with Coconut Phyllo Cups. |
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FISH & SHELLFISH |
Thursday April 17 |
Tracy Dempsey |
$60 |
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Come to learn great new preparations of Fish & Shellfish so you can treat your friends & family to fabulous new meals. Our lesson will be Steamed Mussels with Tequila, Chilies & Tomatoes with Spiced Garlic Baguette; Spicy-Sweet Crab, Avocado & Mango Salad with Cilantro-Citrus Vinaigrette; Coconut Shrimp Curry with Coconut Jasmine Rice; Grilled Salmon Fillets with French Puy Lentils, Bacon & Herbes de Provence & Pan-Roasted Swordfish with Mixed Peppercorn Sauce over Creamy Three-Cheese Polenta. |
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LUNCH & LEARN |
Friday April 18 |
Linda Hunt |
$24 |
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Here is a light & delicious lunch - perfect for spring-time entertaining. Join us for a DEMONSTRATION of Mixed Greens with Chive & Lemon Vinaigrette served with Poblano Crab Cakes & Sun-dried Tomato Remoulade. Dessert will be Crème Brûleé Napoleon. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday April 18 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
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Plan a special evening with your partner! Our lesson will be Grilled Bruschetta with Grilled Red & Yellow Peppers, Blue Cheese & Basil Oil; Gruyere & Cheddar Crisps with Arugula Salad, served with Rosé. The entrée will be Grilled Beef Braille (rolled) with Grilled Tomato-Basil Relish; Crispy Potato Horseradish Cakes; Broccoli & Cauliflower au Gratin, served with Zinfandel. Dessert will be Hot Vanilla Soufflé with Chocolate Sauce. |
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CELEBRATE! |
Saturday April 19 |
Melissa Blackburn |
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This time of year there are many things to celebrate. No matter the occasion, this versatile menu can be used for your special celebration(s). Come learn these crowd pleasing menus & treat your guests to a gourmet experience. Our lesson will be Herb & Lemon Goat Cheese Spread with Garlic Pita Chips; Coconut Shrimp "Lollypops" with Grilled Pineapple & Sweet Chili Lime Sauce; Antipasto Platter with Marinated Grilled Vegetables, Caprese Salad, Prosciutto-wrapped Peppers & Foccacia Bread; Crepes stuffed with Eggs, Mushrooms & Goat Cheese topped with White Wine Hollandaise Sauce; Cedar Plank Salmon with Maple Glaze & Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes; Peppered Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Blue Cheese Spread & Mushroom Tapenade & Bruschetta with Ricotta Spread, fresh Fruit & Nuts. |
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PASTA PLEASURE |
Tuesday April 22 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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When you can make Pasta at home, you'll have the makings for wonderful gatherings & the knowledge of how to have your own Pasta party! Come for a delicious & inspiring lesson to make Home-made Ravioli with Butternut Squash & Pecan-Cherry Brown Butter Sauce; Cracked Black Pepper Pasta with Grilled Shrimp & Lemon Cream Sauce; Homemade Goat Cheese Tortellini with Tomato Sauce & Fried Pancetta; Baked Ziti with Spinach, Salami & Mozzarella with Parmesan Cheese Crust; Wild Mushroom Lasagna with Béchamel & Marinara Sauce & Fried Chocolate & Hazelnut Ravioli with Frangelico Crème Anglaise Sauce. |
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GRILL MASTERY |
Tuesday April 22 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
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Come learn to cook foods you might not have thought possible on a grill. We'll use grilling planks & cedar wraps & guarantee you'll come away mastering new techniques, judging temperatures correctly & using great recipes! Join us for Grilled Chicken Sandwiches with Grilled Mushroom Vinaigrette; Grilled Swordfish "Nicoise" Salad; Grilled Kofta Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce; Cedar Plank Salmon Parmesan with Asian Reduction Sauce over Sautéed Julienne Vegetables; Grilled Basil-Lemon Cedar Wrapped Halibut with Great Northern Bean Salad & Rustic Cedar Plank Shrimp with Lemon Butter & Orzo Salad. |
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LADIES LUNCHEON |
Wednesday April 23 |
Linda Hunt |
$50 |
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Here is a lesson with an easy but elegant luncheon menu which could be a big hit for gatherings of all types. Join this fun class to learn White Cheddar Crackers; Spicy Grilled Shrimp & Melon Salad; Red Potato Wedges & Rosemary Vinaigrette & Tarragon Chicken Salad with Mixed Greens & Parmesan Pastry Twists. Dessert is Strawberries & Cream on Pastry Crisps. |
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FABULOUS FISH |
Wednesday April 23 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$60 |
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If you & your family love fish, come learn delicious new ways to prepare it. We'll discuss where to buy it & how to store it, then we'll prepare these great recipes. Come be part of creating Curried Shrimp; Fish with Pear Jardinière (Vegetables); Walnut Stuffed Salmon; Sea Bass with Mango & Peach Sauce; Sole Paupiette with Crab & Smoked Salmon Mousseline; Sautéed Rainbow Trout with Green Tomato & Blackberry Sauce; Southern Fried Catfish Salad with Orange Sweet Potato-Bourbon Dressing; & Pan seared Shark with Caramelized Yams & Fava Bean & Tomato Ragout. |
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CINCO DE MAYO |
Thursday April 24 |
Amy Barnes |
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If you need an excuse for a party or a theme for a sping-time celebration, here is a fun combination! Sign up for this party & learn Cream of Tortilla Soup; Marinated Avocado Salad; Homemade Tortillas; Smooth Poblano Salsa; Chicken & Black Bean Enchiladas & Grilled Green Chile Stuffed Pepper Steaks wrapped in Bacon. Dessert will be Banana Quesadillas. We'll enjoy this combination with "Tin Can" Margaritas. |
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LUNCH & LEARN |
Friday April 25 |
Rodney Jankowski |
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Take time out to enjoy a delicious lunch & DEMONSTRATION of Halibut. We'll prepare baked Halibut with Herbed Breadcrumbs with Angel Hair Pasta & Oven Roasted Vegetables. Dessert will be Hazelnut Pound Cake with Honey Caramel Sauce. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday April 25 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$140 per couple |
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Invite your partner for a fun lesson of Pepper Steak Salad with Mango, Avocado & Jalapeno Vinaigrette; Bruschetta with Blue Cheese & Honey, served with Gewurztraminer. The entrée will be Roast Beef with Spicy Parsley Tomato Sauce; Frittelle di Zucchini & Ricotta; Potato Gnocchi with Blue Cheese Sauce, paired with Pinot Noir. Dessert will be Banana-Rum Macadamia Flambé with Brown Sugar Ice Cream. |
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BEAUTIFUL BREADS |
Saturday April 26 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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Fill your home with the wonderful aromas of fresh baked breads. We'll learn to use yeast so your breads turn out perfectly every time you bake. Join this fun class & learn to create Cheese & Caramelized Onion Bread; Candied Orange & Date Nut Bread; Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Rolls; Corn Rolls with Honey Butter; Pancetta & Goat Cheese Foccacia with Herb Garlic Dipping Oil & Sour Cream & Candied Pecan & Peach Bundt Cake. |
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DESSERTS TO DIE FOR |
Tuesday April 29 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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After you learn these recipes, everyone will think they've died & gone to heaven when you offer these treats! Come to this fabulous class to learn Mini Bananas Foster Cheesecakes; Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Irish Cream Sauce; Apple Custard Tarts with Port Wine Caramel Sauce; Lemon Soufflé with Candied Lemon Slices & Raspberry Sauce; Chilled Peach Soup with Goat Cheese Fritters & Bourbon Brownie Soufflés with Coffee Bean Gelato. |
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LATIN FLAVORS |
Tuesday April 29 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
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Expand your culinary experience with a lesson on the fabulous flavors of the Latin counties. We've selected some of the best recipes to create this lesson. Come to learn Cuban-style Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches with Fried Plantains; Meat filled Empanadas Argentina; Snappy Scallop Ceviche; Caribbean Jerk Chicken with Butter Sauce; Caribbean Salmon with Mango Veggie Salsa & Guava Barbeque Sauce & Brazilian Fish Stew. Dessert will be Quindim (Brazilian Egg Custard). |
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THE POWER OF PIZZA |
Wednesday April 30 |
Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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If Pizza is one of your favorite foods, the reason might be that you can have your favorite combinations of ingredients. Come learn to make your own Pizza so you can enjoy your favorites any time. Our lesson includes Caramelized Onion & Gorgonzola Pizza; Pizza on the Grill with "make your own" toppings; Mushroom, Prosciutto & Three Cheese Pizza; Super Stuffed French Bread Sausage Pizza; Ricotta & Ham Calzones & Grilled Shrimp & Cilantro Pesto Pizza. |
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CONTEMPORARY FRENCH |
Wednesday April 30 |
Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 |
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If you love French foods, come learn what's hot in the current culinary scene in France. This great lesson includes Seared Sea Scallops with Sautéed Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herb Salad & Roasted Garlic Beurre Blanc; Cream of Mushroom Soup with Cheesy-Garlic Croutons; Camembert Soufflé; Potato Gratin with Thyme & Gruyere Cheese & Shrimp Terrines with Homemade Herbed Mayonnaise. Dessert will be Petit Gateau. |
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