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September 2025

THE SPANISH TABLE

Many talented Spanish chefs have recently changed the culinary landscape in Spain, updating traditional cuisine with contemporary food styles & creative updated flavors. Come learn about modern Spanish cuisine & enjoy the infusion of new ideas in this great menu. Our lesson is White Gazpacho with Cucumber, Grapes and crispy Olive Oil fried Country Bread Croutons; Majorcan “Pizza” Breads topped with braised Swiss Chard and Peppers; classic Shrimp, Chorizo and Chicken Paella and Marinated vine ripened Tomatoes. Dessert will be Cheesecake Fruit Tart and Churros. We’ll enjoy our meal with Sangria!
Tuesday Sep 30th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
October 2025

PASTA SHAPES

Many pasta shapes can be crafted by hand. In this class we’ll learn to make great tasting Pasta - rolling, folding and turning it into classic shapes. Our fun morning will be spent by learning to make fresh Tortellini filled with Spinach and Cheese; fresh Orecchiette with Parsley Pumpkin Seed Pesto; Potato Gnocchi with Brown Butter and Sage; Pappardelle with Italian Sausage Red Sauce; hand cut Semolina Gnocchi alla Romana, Fettuccine Alfredo, and dessert of Risotto Rice Pudding with Brown Sugar, Vanilla Bean Paste & Fresh Berries.
Wednesday Oct 1st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

LUNCH AND LEARN – OCTOBER 3

Here is a fabulous one-hour lesson with a lunch you don’t want to miss! Make a date to enjoy a DEMONSTRATION & learn a meal you can easily repeat at home. Our menu is Pan-Fried Boneless Chicken Thighs in Rosemary Red Wine Cream Sauce, served with Penne, Pancetta & Tomato White Wine Sauce. Dessert will be Limoncello Ricotta Cake.
Friday Oct 3rd
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00

ASIAN SAMPLER

In this fun class we’ll explore a range of Asian cuisines. Take the journey with a sampling of Asian specialties. Come join us to learn Hoisin Beef Lettuce Wraps With Pickled Ginger; Japanese Butter Chicken Wings in Sticky Glaze; Baked Sesame Shrimp Rangoon Wonton Cups; Grilled Ginger-Marinated Flank Steak Skewers; Air Fryer Five Spice Honey-BBQ Pork Belly Bites; Pan Fried Chicken Pot Stickers With Dipping Sauce, and Vegetable Tempura. We will enjoy this menu with a Mango Vodka Frozen Cocktail.
Tuesday Oct 7th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

PIZZA FLATBREADS AND CRACKERS

Think how much fun it would be to easily create these specialties. Here’s your chance to learn step-by-step how to master each of them! Come have fun with us and learn cast iron skillet Garlic Flatbread with Kalamata & Garlic Butter; classic homemade Pepperoni Pizza; Puffed Sharp Cheddar Jalapeño Crackers; Turkey Taco Pizza with Cornmeal Crust; Homemade Mediterranean Flatbread topped with Feta, Mozzarella and Sun-dried Tomatoes, and Rosemary Sea Salt Crackers. We’ll enjoy White Sangria Sparklers with our meal.
Wednesday Oct 8th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

CROWD PLEASING PARTY FOODS~ CLASS IS FULL~

When it’s time to entertain, put these recipes in your game plan and you’ll have an array of crowd-pleasing foods. Come for a fun and instructive lesson of Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Shooters with toasted Pumpernickel; Grilled Vegetable Platter with Herb Dressing; Roasted Turkey Tenderloin Crostini with Cranberry, Blue Cheese Crumbles and Marjoram; Air Fryer crispy Potatoes with Romesco Sauce & Garlic Aioli; Sautéed Shrimp & Candied Bacon Sliders, and Triple Berry Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts & Chocolate Pecan Palmiers. We’ll enjoy our meal with Pumpkin and Dark Rum Milkshakes.
Tuesday Oct 14th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes

HOLIDAY BREAD BAKING – OCTOBER 15

We are getting a jump start on the holiday season! In this great bake & take class we’ll make fall specialty breads to enjoy at home or use for gift giving! Come be part of baking seven varieties of breads including: Apple Cinnamon; Honey Oat; Bacon, Cheese Beer Bread; Luscious Lemon Loaf; Pumpkin Ginger Bread; Southwest Corn Bread, & Dill Bread. Each person will take home an assortment of freshly baked Bread. You could invite a friend to share the experience! Come enjoy the fun and share it with the special people in your life!
Wednesday Oct 15th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

HOLIDAY BREAD BAKING – OCTOBER 21

We are getting a jump start on the holiday season! In this great bake & take class we’ll make fall specialty breads to enjoy at home or use for gift giving! Come be part of baking seven varieties of breads including: Apple Cinnamon; Honey Oat; Bacon, Cheese Beer Bread; Luscious Lemon Loaf; Pumpkin Ginger Bread; Southwest Corn Bread, & Dill Bread. Each person will take home an assortment of freshly baked Bread. You could invite a friend to share the experience! Come enjoy the fun and share it with the special people in your life!
Tuesday Oct 21st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

AIR FRYER FUN~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

Your Air Fryer can change your life! Using one opens the door to cooking food much faster, crisping it & creating texture similar to fried foods. AND it cooks everything! We’re ready to answer your questions about how to use your air fryer at home. We have a great menu to learn from and hope you will join us for Air Fryer dishes including Orange Chicken with Sesame Seeds and Green Onions; Simply Perfect Salmon filets with Lemon; Tajin Sweet Potato Fries with Creamy Chili Lime Dipping Sauce; Italian Sausages with Onions and Peppers; Coconut Shrimp with Honey Serrano Chile Dip, and Blueberry Cheesecake Wontons.
Wednesday Oct 22nd
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

LUNCH AND LEARN – OCTOBER 24

Here is a fun lesson where we cook and serve you lunch! This DEMONSTRATION class shows how to make a fun, entertaining menu for fall. Our menu will be Bacon-wrapped mini Meatloaves topped with crispy Shallots, served with Roasted Potato medley with Thyme and Balsamic Vinegar. Dessert will be Hot Fudge Chocolate Pudding Cake with Whipped Cream.
Friday Oct 24th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00

PROTEIN DINNERS

Protein dinners are popular because they are packed with healthy, protein-rich ingredients that include healthy fats and fiber. Loaded with plant-based ingredients and Meat and Fish assortments, they are bountiful and delicious! Come have fun & learn about these healthy combinations. Our lesson is Chicken Shawarma Sheet Pan Dinner with Tahini Sauce and warm Pita; Southwest Flank Steak Dinners with Black Beans, Corn & Brown Rice; Sweet & Spicy Sesame Chicken Meatball & Broccoli Dinners; Skillet Gnocchi with Shrimp, Shallots & Asparagus; oven-fried Salmon fillets with Marinated Cucumber, Tomato Chickpea Salad; High Protein Beefy Taco Soup, and High Protein Whipped Chocolate Mousse.
Tuesday Oct 28th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

BBQ AND BEER

We know BBQ & Beer go together. We’ll use it in our recipes and beverage at the end of class. Come explore the styles of BBQ from around the US and learn to create what is loved about each specialty. Our fun lesson is Buffalo Chicken & Pilsner Beer Cheese Soup; grilled Vegetables and Bread with Chimichurri Sauce & Burrata Cheese; Dirty BBQ Shrimp in Amber Beer & Butter- Sauce with French Bread; Rib Eye Steak marinated in Berries, Stout Beer and Sweet Onion; Honey Garlic Pale Ale-marinated Chicken Kabobs, and Amy’s “Dangerous” Beer Margaritas.
Wednesday Oct 29th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
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