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STIR-FRY |
Wednesday October 1
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Amy Barnes |
$50 | |
Learn to create wonderful Asian flavors while you discover the method of stir-fry cooking. This class will teach an array of tantalizing dishes for many great meals at home. We'll prepare Hoisin Chicken in Lettuce Wraps; Thai Shrimp Curry over Jasmine Rice; Stir-Fried Sesame Beef; Five Spice Pork Stir-fry with Soba Noodles & Fried Rice with Bacon & Scallions. We'll finish with Almond Cookies and Green Tea. |
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PIZZA PERFECTION |
Wednesday October 1
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Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 |
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Pizza is a great food to make at home. It's easy when you can make a crust from scratch & versatile for just a few or a crowd, plus you can have it your own way at home. Come join this fun class to learn to prepare great tasting Pizzas! We'll make Basic Pizza Dough, then Thin Crust Focaccia Pizza with Fresh Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella; Sausage, Tomato & Artichoke Heart Pizza; Caramelized Onion, Radicchio & Goat Cheese Pizza; Grilled Eggplant Pizza; Cheese Sausage & Roasted Red Pepper Pizza; Three Cheese Spinach Calzones & Dessert Pizza with Mango, Peaches & Strawberries. |
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FISH & SHELLFISH |
Thursday October 2
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Linda Hunt |
$60 |
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Learn to create the best fish & shellfish dishes anywhere with a variety of preparations & accompaniments for each dish. Join us for Firecracker Shrimp with Pineapple Relish; Pan-Seared Salmon with Mushroom-Thyme Ragout over Couscous; Roasted Halibut with Chili & Lime Butter over a Crispy Potato Bead; Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Citrus & Herbs on Jasmine Rice; Steamed Mussels with Sherry, Tomatoes & Garlic with Artichokes & Aioli & Seared Scallops with Sundried Tomato Jam & Green Onion Mashed Potatoes. |
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SENSATIONAL SUSHI |
Thursday October 2
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Tracy Dempsey |
$55 |
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If you love sushi, come learn to make it at home so you can enjoy it any time! This fun lesson will have you preparing & eating your way through a variety of sushi. Come to learn Sushi Rice; spicy & crispy Tuna Tartar Roll; Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese & Avocado Roll with Mango Sauce; Shiitake Mushroom, Asparagus & Roasted Red Pepper Roll; Seared Beef & Roasted Green Onion Roll with Caper-Basil Mustard & Dessert Sushi with Coconut Rice Pudding, Chocolate "Nori" & Raspberry Sauce. |
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LUNCH & LEARN
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Friday October 3
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Linda Martin |
$25 | |
Here is a lunch & DEMONSTRATION lesson you'll want to share with your family & friends. Come for a delicious combination of Soy & Mirin Glazed Salmon with Sweet Garlic Soy Sauce served with Stir-fry Peapods & Carrots & Shiitakes steamed with Sake. Dessert will be Won-ton Dessert Raviolis with Dark Chocolate Glaze. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday October 3
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Laura Slama |
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Invite your partner for a fun evening to prepare a great menu & sample wines with the meal. Our lesson will be Prosciutto & Chevre Tartlets & Salad of Arugula, Oranges & Tarragon with Almond Crusted Goat Cheese & Citrus Cider Gastrique, served with Sauvignon Blanc. The entrée is Herb & Mustard Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Cabernet Reduction; Shallot & Mushroom Orzo with White Truffle Oil & Zucchini & Yellow Squash Sauce tossed with Sun-dried Tomato Crumbles, with Cabernet Sauvignon. Dessert will be Bittersweet Chocolate Molten Cakes with Strawberry Pomegranate Sauce. |
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SALSAS & QUESADILLAS |
Saturday October 4
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Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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Treat yourself to an outstanding combination of Southwest specialties. These dishes make great lunches, hors d'oeuvres & dinners with flavors that are absolutely wonderful! Enjoy a fun morning learning to make Tomatillo & Avocado Salsa with Fried Flour Tortilla Chips; Pork, Poblano Pepper & Cream Cheese Quesadillas; Grilled Flank Steak Quesadillas with Fire Roasted Corn & Black Bean Salsa; Tequila-Lime Shrimp Quesadillas with Mango-Papaya Salsa; Caramelized Onion & Boursin Quesadillas; Chorizo & Chicken Quesadillas with Grilled Tomato Salsa & Roasted Red Pepper Salsa with Baked Tortilla Chips. |
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CHICKEN DELICIOUS |
Tuesday October 7
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Melissa Blackburn |
$50 | |
Introduce new dishes to your family using Chicken in a variety of delicious recipes. This fun lesson combines Chicken en Papillote with Herb Compound Butter, Roasted Garlic, Peppers & Artichokes; Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Caramelized Plantains; Chicken & Dumpling Soup with Root Vegetables; Cornbread Stuffed Chicken with Maple Glaze; Balsamic Glazed Chicken Wings; Mustard Chicken Wellington with Herb Roasted Potatoes & Curry with Yogurt Braised Chicken. |
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ESSENCE OF COOKING |
Tuesdays Oct 7 - Dec 23
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Patricia Ribeiro |
$660 | |
We're introducing new recipes & menus into our 12-week series. These classes are for all who want to learn to cook or learn more about cooking. This course includes lectures; written materials; demonstrations of culinary terms; techniques & tools; ingredient selection; menu planning & presentation techniques. Hands-on lessons include: Knife Skills & Kitchen Basics; Soups & Sauces; Sauté; Egg Cookery; Grilling & Roasting; Fish & Shellfish; Potatoes, Pasta & Rice; Breads; Hors d'oeuvres; Desserts; International Cooking; & Graduation Dinner. |
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HEART HEALTHY |
Wednesday October 8
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Laura Slama |
$50 |
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There are many reasons to cook using recipes that are low in fat & cholesterol. With this combination of great tasting foods, your reason could be just to have an array of new family favorites! Come for an inspiring lesson to learn Baked Ratatouille with Spaghetti Squash; Miso Marinated Grilled Salmon Satay; Tilapia with Crushed Tomatoes, Capers & Olives; Teriyaki Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa; White Bean & Tomato Soup with Ciabatta Toasts & Chicken & Mushroom Marsala with Salad of Baby Spinach, Pears & Pecans. |
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MAMMA MIA - MEZE FAIRE |
Wednesday October 8
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Patricia Ribeiro |
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$55 | |
Just like in the movie, we're going to chop, steam, stuff and sauté our way into the world of small Greek plates. These mouth watering foods are delicious. When you can make them at home you can celebrate any occasion with passion! Join us to learn Baba Ghanouj with Toasted Pita Bread; Stuffed Grape Leaves; Greek Pork Meatballs; Spinach & Three Cheese Triangles; Feta Cheese Pancakes; Savory Pumpkin & Fennel Pies, & Greek Zucchini Cakes. |
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SUPER SIDE DISHES |
Thursday October 9
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Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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Add variety to the menus you create with these dynamic side dishes! Come to learn Portobello Mushrooms stuffed with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes; Basmati Rice Salad with Arugula, Pine Nuts & Kalamata Olives; Hot & Smoky Baked Beans with Bacon & Chipotle; Orzo & Shallot Risotto; Pan- Fried Black Bean Cakes with Ancho Sour Cream & Salsa; Baked Sweet Potatoes stuffed with Pears & Pecans & Creole Noodles with Bacon, Onion & Tomatoes. |
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LADIES NIGHT OUT |
Thursday October 9
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Linda Martin |
$55 | |
Ladies, gather your friends for a great evening out to learn these yummy finger foods. You'll love sharing this menu when you prepare it for your own parties. We'll learn Bacon wrapped Shrimp with Jalapeno Jack Cheese; Seared Steak on Crostini with Watercress & Tomato Olive Salsa; Blue Cheese & Pear Pizza with Caramelized Onions & Fontina; Walnut & Goat Cheese Pesto on Sourdough Toasts & Deviled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, Wasabi & Caviar. Dessert will be Phyllo Tartlets with Fresh Berries. We'll enjoy this menu with Pomegranate Mojitos. |
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LUNCH & LEARN
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Friday October 10
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Laura Slama |
$25 | |
Invite a friend to enjoy a great lunch & DEMONSTRATION lesson. Our menu will be Cedar Planked Salmon with Maple Glaze, served with Basmati Rice Pilaf & Stir-fried Broccoli. Dessert will be Roasted Pineapple Napoleons with Ginger Crème Anglaise. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday October 10
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Laura Slama |
$150 Per Couple |
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Bring your partner for a fun & inspiring lesson you can re-create at home. This class begins with Sriracha Shrimp Cakes with Chili Lime Sauce & Salad of Curly Endive with Smoked Salmon Napoleons, served with Gewurztraminer. The entrée will be Pork Scaloppini with Pancetta-Porcini Cream Sauce with Roasted Scallop Pearl Couscous & Baby Broccoli with Pan Roasted Garlic Oil, served with Chardonnay. Dessert will be Coconut Pudding Parfaits with Mango & Pineapple Macaroon Crumble. |
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BRUNCH SEASON |
Saturday October 11 |
Melissa Blackburn |
$55 |
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Fall is a beautiful time to invite guests for a day-time party. Offer this lovely menu & you will create a fun & memorable event. Our menu includes: Toasted Hazelnut & Goat Cheese Tarts with Blackberry Compote; Crepes stuffed with Spinach, Artichoke Ragout & Brie Cheese; Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon & Dill Hollandaise Sauce; Chocolate Brioche Croissants; Pork Loin Stuffed with Cherry Pecan Cornbread & Apple Cream Sauce; Pancetta & Rosemary Hash & Chicken, Mushroom & Sausage Strudel with Tomato Butter Sauce. |
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PASTRY 101 |
Tuesday October 14
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Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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If you want to become more knowledgeable about working with Pastries, this class is for you! We'll create a variety of yummy pastries as we learn the ins and outs of flaky crusts & creamy fillings. Our lesson will be Wild Mushroom, Roasted Chicken & Asparagus Tarts; Cheddar, Bacon & Chive Scones with Roasted Garlic Butter; Coconut Custard Tarts; Chambord Almond Plum Tart; Stuffed Apple Dumplings with Rum Caramel Sauce, & Phyllo Cups filled with Cherry Cobbler & White Chocolate Ice Cream. |
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GET SAUCY & SAUTE |
Wednesday October 15
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Laura Slama |
$50 |
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Come learn the quick-cook method of sauté together with contemporary sauces. This 2-lessons-in-1 class will be Southeast Asian Spicy Scallops over Wilted Baby Spinach; Grilled Shrimp with Muhammara Sauce (Roasted Peppers, Nuts & Spices) & Pita; Almond Crusted Salmon with Lemon Leek Cream Sauce; Beef Medallions with Madeira Wine Reduction & Pan Sautéed Chicken with Brandy Dijon Sauce. Dessert will be Crepes with Bananas Foster. |
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TUSCAN TRADITIONS |
Wednesday October 15
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Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 |
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If you've never been to Tuscany, a whole new adventure awaits you. Come join us for a fun, enchanting lesson and take a trip into the culinary world of Tuscany. Our lesson will be Tuscan Bean Soup; Tuscan Chicken with Tomato Basil Relish & Toasted Almond Broccoli; Zucchini Stuffed with Lamb & Mint; Crepes with Ricotta & Parmesan Cheeses; Tuscan Shrimp with White Beans & Salmon in Phyllo with Pepperoncini & Smoked Salmon Stuffing. Dessert will be Panforte - a cake which is a specialty of Sienna. |
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PIZZA WITH PIZZAZZ |
Thursday October 16
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Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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Learn to prepare the best Pizzas around so you can make them at home! Our session begins with making dough from scratch. From there, we'll prepare these combinations: Grilled Pizza with Spicy Italian Sausage; Artichoke, Goat Cheese Chicken Pizza; Tarragon & Brie Pizza Bianca; Pizza with Kielbasa, Sauerkraut & Swiss Cheese; Caramelized Onion & Blue Cheese Pizza; Pepperoni Polenta Pizza & Chocolate Hazelnut Pizza. |
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LUNCH & LEARN
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Friday October 17
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Linda Hunt |
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Join us for a delicious lunch & outstanding DEMONSTRATION lesson of Petit Filets with Shallot Beurre Rouge served with Orzo & Sautéed Mushrooms. Dessert will be Crisp Pastry over Gingered Apples & Pears with Five Spice Whipped Cream. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday October 17
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Ashly Young |
$150 per couple |
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Spend a fun evening learning a classic menu, sampling wines & enjoying the dishes you have prepared. Our lesson will be Spinach Salad with Bacon, Red Onion, Croutons & Tomato Butter, served with Rose. The entrée will be Fennel Crusted Salmon with Lemon Aioli; Couscous with Snap Peas & Carrots & Grilled Squash, Zucchini & Radicchio with Goat Cheese, served with Pinot Noir. Dessert is Chocolate Hazelnut Tart with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. |
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PASTA PERFECTION |
Saturday October 18
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Melissa Blackburn |
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This fun lesson combines pasta making with store-bought pastas & then preparation of an outstanding sauce for each dish. These recipes make great family meals even for the pickiest of eaters! Join us to learn Shrimp with Ricotta Manicotti & Lemon Cream Sauce; Homemade Tortellini with Creamy Corn & Chicken with Tarragon Butter Sauce; Homemade Goat Cheese Ravioli with Pancetta Tomato Sauce; Rigatoni with Artichoke Pesto, Sausage & Asparagus; Homemade Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Walnut Cranberry Sauce; Homemade Mediterranean Herb Fettuccini with Roasted Chicken, Olives & Peppers & Chilled Penne Pasta Salad with Peppered Beef, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Mixed Greens. |
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CHOCOLATE DESSERTS |
Tuesday October 21
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Melissa Blackburn |
$50 |
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This class is for you if you love chocolate & cook for people who do too! We'll try to answer all of your questions about the complexities of working with Chocolate & the "hows" of creating these outstanding desserts! Join us for a very fun class to learn Chocolate Cream Puffs filled with Peanut Butter Mousse & Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce; Baked Hot Chocolate with Cinnamon Whipped Cream; Layered Crepe Torte with Nutella, Chocolate & Toasted Hazelnuts; Homemade Almond Roca; Triple Chocolate Cookie Sandwiches filled with Espresso Crunch Ice Cream; Phyllo Purses filled with Brownie Cake, Ganache & Raspberries & Chocolate Stout Cake with Chocolate Glaze. |
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FAMOUS FIRST COURSES |
Wednesday October 22
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Laura Slama |
$50 | |
Here are some dynamic ideas for first courses. Come get inspired with these "show stopper" appetizers! Learn Chilled Avocado & Fire Roasted Corn Soup; Mascarpone Polenta "Stacks" with Tomatoes, Gorgonzola & Pancetta; Smoked Salmon & Boursin Roulade with Sherry Balsamic Drizzle; Bacon Wrapped Ginger Soy Sea Scallops; Lobster Ravioli with Vanilla Bean Butter Sauce & Wild Mushroom Risotto Cakes with Shaved Parmesan & White Truffle Oil |
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LOW-FAT GOURMET |
Wednesday October 22
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Patricia Ribeiro |
$55 |
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Preparing low-fat foods is fun & easy with the benefits of tasting great while being good for you too! Learn to create delicious foods for yourself & family at this lesson focused on low-fat & low-carb combinations. We'll prepare Black Bean Croquettes with fresh Salsa; Yellow Pepper Soup; Eggplant Parmesan; Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Swiss Chard & Pecorino Cheese; Garlic Lime Chicken with Olives; Pistachio-Crusted Tuna Steaks & Pineapple Empanaditas. |
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SLOW FOOD COOKING |
Thursday October 23
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Amy Barnes |
$50 |
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One of the new movements in cooking is "Slow Food" (slow cooking while retaining the flavors & moisture of your foods). You need a heavy pot, a little time & the desire for flavorful, satisfying meals. Come to learn the techniques for these delicious combinations as we prepare Braised Beef Roast & Onions; Braised Chicken Breasts in Sun-dried Tomato Cream Sauce; Cajun Shrimp Stew; Braised Pork Chops with Dill Sauce & Skillet Sauerbraten. Dessert will be Apple Brown Betty with Buttermilk Ice Cream. |
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TANTALIZING TARTS |
Thursday October 23
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Linda Hunt |
$55 |
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There could be great tarts in your future! Sweet & savory with light, flaky crusts; they're delicious & easy to serve for all types of occasions. Join us to learn Caramelized Onion & Olive Tart with Rosemary Crust; Tomato & Basil Pesto Tart with Mozzarella & Herbs de Provence; Individual Wild Mushroom Tarts; Mixed Berry Galette; Individual Pecan Tarts & Two Crust Cinnamon-Cider Apple Pie with Cider Sorbet. |
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LUNCH & LEARN
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Friday October 24
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Amy Barnes |
$25 | |
Stop in to enjoy a German Oktoberfest celebration. Our DEMONSTRATION of an authentic, delicious meal includes Jagerschnitzel (Schnitzel with Hunter Sauce), served with Spaetzle & warm Apple Cabbage Slaw. Dessert will be Puff Pastry Apple & Raisin Strudel. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday October 24
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Patricia Ribeiro |
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Bring your partner and be part of creating a fabulous menu & enjoy it with a sampling of wine. Our lesson will be Pomodoro Fresco Sourdough Bruschetta; Fried Chanterelle Salad with Creamy Parmesan Dressing served with Chenin Blanc. The entrée is Steak au Poivre with Mushroom, Green Peppercorn & Dijon Sauce; Herbed Potatoes with Garlic Aioli Dipping Sauce & Fresh Vegetable Relish, served with Zinfandel. Dessert will be Molten Chocolate Cakes with Mint Fudge Sauce & Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. |
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FESTIVE FALL FAVORITES |
Saturday October 25
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Melissa Blackburn |
$55 | |
This luscious menu could be a hit for any gathering you plan. Sign up & learn an outstanding array of crowd pleasing appetizers! We'll prepare Roasted Honey Pork Crostini with Fig Compote & Ricotta Cheese; Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp & Cherry Tomato Kabobs with Kalamata Aioli; Pesto & Parmesan Fritters with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce; Polenta Squares with Chorizo & Fried Basil; Chive Crepe Cups filled with Lemon Crab Salad; Goat Cheese Mousse Crostini with Red Wine Caramel & Candied Walnuts & Caramel Pecan Diamonds with Edible Chocolate Leaves. |
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FRENCH CUISINE |
Tuesday October 28
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Melissa Blackburn |
$55 | |
Enjoy a lesson of classic French cooking & outstanding French specialties. You'll learn lots about French cuisine when you prepare Cream Puffs filled with Chicken Salad; Grilled Seafood Nicoise Salad; Tomato & Zucchini Gratin; Vichyssoise; Crepes stuffed with Roasted Asparagus & Mushrooms with Veloute Sauce & Grilled Paillard of Beef on a bed of Braised Red Cabbage with Port Wine Sauce. Dessert will be Grand Marnier Soufflés & Crème Anglaise Sauce. |
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EAST MEETS WEST |
Wednesday October 29
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Laura Slama |
$50 | |
When Asian & American cuisines meet, the results are dynamic flavor combinations. Come learn to create these impressive dishes for your own enjoyment. Our lesson will be Crab & Pork Cakes with Cilantro Pesto; Grilled Scallop Satay with Avocado & Wasabi Drizzle; Sweet & Sour Pork Stir-fry with Fragrant Jasmine Rice Piaf; Thai Chicken Pizza with Spicy Peanut Sauce & Crepes with Toasted Pineapple & Caramel "Dust". |
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MEATLOAVES & MEAT PIES |
Thursday October 30
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Amy Barnes |
$50 | |
We're taking the every-day meatloaf concept & turning it into an array of great dinners for your family. Come join us to learn new meals for all the people you cook for. Our lesson will be Chili Cornmeal Skillet Pie; Individual Meatloaves with Bacon Crisps; Moroccan Chicken Pot Pie; Tex-Mex Turkey Meatloaf & Chipotle Mashed Potatoes; "Cupcake Tin" Pork Pies & Apple Turnovers. |
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GRILLED FISH |
Thursday October 30
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Linda Martin |
$60 | |
If you love to grill & fish is a favorite food, come learn to put the two together! This fun lesson teaches how to judge cooking temperatures while cooking a variety of fish. Add an accompaniment to each & you'll have lots of great meal combinations. Our lesson is Grilled Mohito Shrimp Appetizer; Miso-Ginger Marinated Grilled Salmon with Mango Avocado Salsa; Yucatan-style Grilled Fish in Banana Leaves with Jalapeno Tomato Salsa; Grilled Fish Kebobs with Korean Barbecue Sauce & Japanese Eggplant; Grilled Whole Trout with fresh Herbs & Grilled Asparagus & Grilled Clams with Bacon, Garlic & Hot Peppers. |
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LUNCH & LEARN |
Friday October 31
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Amy Barnes |
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Learn to prepare some frighteningly good food when you join our DEMONSTRATION class. Our special Halloween menu includes Vampire "Stake" Diane & "Ghostly" Egg Noodles with Garlic & Herbs. Dessert will be Pumpkin Ice Cream with "Boo"scotti. |
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GOURMET COUPLES |
Friday October 31
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Patricia Ribeiro |
$150 per couple | |
Plan a great date night with your partner working together to create this fabulous meal. Our lesson will be complete with a sampling of a couple of wines with the meal. Come to prepare Shrimp Bruschetta & Coconut Shrimp Soup with Ginger & Lemongrass, served with Riesling. The entrée will be Roasted Salmon with Black Pepper & Ginger; Celery Root Puree & Sesame Grilled Asparagus, served with Pinot Noir. Dessert will be Banana Napoleon with Rum Cream & Caramel Sauce. |
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