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SOUS VIDE
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Cooking Sous Vide is a method used by restaurants to achieve the maximum flavor of each food cooked. Using a water bath, food is immersed in a plastic bag and cooked at a low, consistent temperature. This holds in all of the natural moisture and provides maximum flavor of each food cooked. Come learn what the process i , ...
CINCO DE MAYO
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Get ready to enjoy the festivities of this Mexican-American celebration! As we pay tribute to our neighbors to the south we salute their heritage with a menu that brings together some of our favorite specialties. We hope you can join us for this fun evening of cooking. Our party includes: Smashed Avocado & Grilled , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – APRIL 25
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Spring is upon us and our lesson presented in a DEMONSTRATION offers a lunch that you’ll want to prepare many times over for your family and friends. Join us as we serve you this delightful combination. Our menu is melt in your mouth ultra moist Meatloaf; Buttery, Garlicky Scalloped Potatoes, and Light Bistro Salad. De , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – APRIL 25
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
If you and your partner enjoy great food, come be part of a class where couples cook together to create a three-course gourmet meal. Each couple chooses the recipe they want to make and the meal is enjoyed course by course with a sampling of wine to complement. Come have fun and join us for French Onion Soup Shots Amus , ...
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DESSERTS THAT DAZZLE
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
When it comes to the final course, here is an array of great desserts to choose from, guaranteed to delight your dinner guests or put pizzazz in a special celebration! If you enjoy baking and desserts, you will love the lessons of this class. Our lesson is Limoncello Tiramisu; no-bake Whipped Ricotta Cheesecake; Blue R , ...
TREASURED THAI
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
If you love Thai food, here is your opportunity to learn the ins and outs of cooking Thai specialties. Come for a great class to learn about the ingredients, spices, sauces and flavorings that are uniquely Thai. Join us for Thai Salad Rolls with Green Chili Dipping Sauce (Seasoned Ground Pork and Rice with Scallions, s , ...
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THE BEST OF FRENCH CUISINE
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
With so many things to love about French cuisine, we’ll begin this lesson with the basics of French cooking methods, techniques and procedures in preparing classic French recipes.  Come for a fun afternoon and immerse yourself in French cooking then add these wonderful dishes to your repertoire. Our lesson is Coq au Vi , ...
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PARTY FOODS OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Finger foods are a great way to sample a wide variety of foods and flavors. We’re exploring the fave foods of well-known people who have the foodie gene! Come have fun and add these recipes to your best finger food favorites! Our lesson is Mick Jagger’s Favorite Shrimp Curry over Jasmine Rice Cups; Betty White’s , ...
FUNDAMENTALS OF GRILLING
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Week 5 of Cooking Fundamentals: Grilling is skill that can easily be learned with an understanding of a few of the basics. Cooking temperatures, timing and placement of foods on the grill are the keys to grilling success. These are the fundamentals we will focus on in class. Join us for a fun evening of cooking and lea , ...
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COCKTAIL PARTY WITH MARTHA STEWART
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
We’ve borrowed a menu from the queen of “All Good Things” and put together this enticing array of Martha Stewart’s inspired finger foods. Come join in for a fun morning of preparing recipes with all the flair and panache Martha Stewart creates! Our lesson is Sweet-and-Sour Korean Cocktail Meatballs; Gooey Gouda Puff Pa , ...
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CHINESE TAKE OUT
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
If you love Chinese food, don’t do take out again – learn to make it for yourself! This lesson will teach how it is easy to make from scratch with the ingredients, spices, sauces, herbs and cooking methods. Join us for a morning of fun and learn to prepare Gobi Manchurian (Spiced Cauliflower tossed in a Tangy, Sa , ...
COOKING WITH CHAMPAGNE
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
This class offers a lesson on how the light bubbly flavors of sparkling wine can be used to create something special when it’s used in each dish. This fun menu includes Seared Sea Scallops with Champagne-Vanilla Butter Sauce; Mixed Greens with Avocado, Bacon, & Feta Cheese in Champagne Vinaigrette; Asparagus & , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – May 2
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
This could be a nice time to treat yourself and a friend to have lunch together and enjoy a cooking DEMONSTRATION at the same time. This amazing menu is one you can easily repeat for yourself. Sign up to enjoy Grill Pan Lime Marinated Chicken Breast with Ancho Chili Sauce & Monterey Jack Cheese, served with Cowboy , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – May 2
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$195.00
Make this a date night! Invite your partner to share the experience of cooking together with a group of couples. Each team will be part of creating a three-course gourmet dinner. From our menu, choose the course that you want to prepare and work as a team. When we sit down to enjoy it a glass of wine will be served wit , ...
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KIDS COOK MOTHERS DAY
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
This class is for kids ages 8 and above who want to learn a Mother’s Day menu and treat Mom to a special meal she will love! For Mom’s celebration we’ll make Morning Glory Muffins with Homemade Honey Butter; Party Platter of Crescent Mini Smoky Dogs and Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls; Elegant “Everything” Qu , ...
VIETNAMESE TREASURES
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
The cuisine of Vietnam is so inviting because the flavors are big, bold and deliciously satisfying. This cuisine is endlessly popular in the US and the specialties are easy and fun to prepare. Join us for an interesting lesson & learn to prepare Vietnamese Summer Rolls (Shrimp, Fresh Herbs, & Lettuce wrapped , ...

KIDS & TEENS COOKING CLASSES

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Sweet Basil has classes for Kids & Teen scheduled

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As soon as Martie Sullivan moved Sweet Basil to a larger space she fulfilled another dream: cooking classes for Kids & Teens. And not just “kids-easy” dishes but the real deal. (See some upcoming classes below.) The TV cooking shows were gaining followers of all ages. Martie wanted to offer them a serious and fun environment with professional chefs teaching them to emulate their TV heroes.

Sweet Basil has classes for Kids & Teen scheduled throughout the year. In addition, we are well known for our Summer Cook Camps!! Classes are also scheduled on Saturdays during the school year and extra classes during vacation periods. Parent Kids & Teen classes are also popular. Check out some of our upcoming classes below.

Monthly List
May 2025

KIDS COOK MOTHERS DAY

This class is for kids ages 8 and above who want to learn a Mother’s Day menu and treat Mom to a special meal she will love! For Mom’s celebration we’ll make Morning Glory Muffins with Homemade Honey Butter; Party Platter of Crescent Mini Smoky Dogs and Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls; Elegant "Everything" Quiche; Orange Glazed Buffalo Cauliflower with Dipping Sauce; French Bread Pizza with Homemade Pesto; Cheesy Enchilada Casserole and light and fluffy Ricotta Crepes with homemade Maple Syrup. We’ll enjoy our Mother’s Day feast with a yummy Orange Julius Drink!
Saturday May 3rd
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00

KIDS AND PARENTS COOK ITALIAN

If your family loves Italian foods, here is your opportunity to learn to make an array of Italian specialties from scratch. Come enjoy a lesson where as a team you choose what to make and share it with the members of the group. These are recipes you can treat your family to when you want to make them a special dinner! Come for a fun morning of cooking together to learn Smoky Bacon Wrapped Italian Sausage Bites; Whipped Ricotta Pasta; Chicken Parmesan Sliders; Italian Meatballs in Homemade Frico Cups; Bolognese Pizza; Italian Wedding Soup, and Italian Donut Holes for dessert. Priced for two, youth & Parent.
Saturday May 31st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$210.00
June 2025

DADS AND KIDS COOK TOGETHER

If you are a kid aged 8 or above and like to cook, why not invite your dad to come to this special class so you can cook together and learn this menu made to celebrate Father’s Day! As a team you get to choose the recipe you want to make. In the end we will sit down and eat everything we have created. Come have fun and learn Creamy Deviled Eggs with Bacon & Chives; Hand Stretched Pizza with Mozzarella & Fresh Made Tomato Sauce; Chopped Salad with Homemade Croutons & Ranch Dressing from Scratch; Oven Cooked Chicken Strips with Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce; White Cheddar Mac & Cheese with Toasted Bread Crumbs, and Roasted Fresh Broccoli with Parmesan & Garlic. Dessert will be Double Chocolate Brownies with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.
Thursday Jun 5th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$105.00

KIDS COOKING CAMP – JUNE 9 THRU 13

If you are aged 8 to 12 and like to cook, this series of five classes offers a fun week of cooking. Each day we have a new topic to learn with lessons on new cooking techniques. Come join in to learn many things about cooking. At the end of class we’ll sit down and eat all the foods we’ve prepared. Join us for 5 days of fun & cooking!
Monday Jun 9th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$525.00

KIDS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 9~ Part of Series ~

MONDAY - FANTASTIC PIZZA: Basic Cheese Pizza with Homemade Sauce; Pineapple & Bacon Homemade Pizza; Roasted Potato & Fresh Rosemary Pizza; Hand Stretched Pizza Margarita (Mozzarella, fresh Tomato, & Basil); BBQ Chicken Homemade Pizza; Homemade Meatball Pizza, and S’mores Dessert Pizza.
Monday Jun 9th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$525.00

TEENS COOKING CAMP – JUNE 9 THRU 13

If you are ages 13 to 17 and want to expand your knowledge and understanding of cooking, this weeklong series will introduce you to techniques, methods, and cuisines. The hands-on lessons offer a new theme each day. Come to learn and experience these cuisines.
Monday Jun 9th
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$525.00

TEENS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 9~ Part of Series ~

MONDAY - MONDAY IN MEXICO: Grilled Shrimp Street Tacos with Zesty Cream Sauce; Grilled Street Corn Salad; Ultimate Avocado & Chicken Quesadilla; Guacamole Salsa Enchiladas; Mango Pomegranate Guacamole with homemade Chips; Rockin' Taco Nacho Dip; and Mexican Lime Shortbread Cookies.
Monday Jun 9th
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$525.00

KIDS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 10~ Part of Series ~

TUESDAY - FOOD TRUCK FAVORITES: Cheese Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo; Street Corn on the Cob; BLT Grilled Cheese; Shoestring Potatoes with Fresh Made Ranch Dipping Sauce; Cheese Steak Sliders; Chicken on a Stick with BBQ Sauce, and Crispy Churros.
Tuesday Jun 10th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$525.00

TEENS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 10~ Part of Series ~

TUESDAY – COMFORT FOODS: Homemade Pretzel Bites with Cheesy Dipping Sauce; BBQ Ribs With homemade BBQ Sauce; Grilled Ham and Cheese Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls; Chicken & Waffle Bites; Ultimate Mac & Cheese; IKEA Swedish Meatballs with Rice, and Peanut Butter Cake.
Tuesday Jun 10th
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$525.00

KIDS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 11~ Part of Series ~

WEDNESDAY - DESSERT FACTORY: Sweet Apple Tarts; White Chocolate Dipped Sugar Cookies; Rustic Berry Tart; Cinnamon & Sugar Doughnut Holes; Chocolate & Fresh Berry Mini Tarts; Homemade Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream, and Strawberry Gelato.
Wednesday Jun 11th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$525.00

TEENS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 11~ Part of Series ~

WEDNESDAY - PASTA & PIZZA PARTY: Homemade Ricotta; Homemade Mozzarella; Caprese Salad With Homemade Mozzarella & Balsamic Glaze; Asparagus Gnocchi; Homemade Fettuccine Pasta with Alfredo Sauce; Pizza Margarita, and  Italian Donut Holes with Powdered Sugar Dust. 
Wednesday Jun 11th
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$525.00

KIDS COOKING CAMP CONTINUES – JUNE 12~ Part of Series ~

THURSDAY - BEST OF THE BEST: Homemade Pepperoni & Cheese Pizza; Vegetable Egg Rolls; Homemade Mac & Cheese with Garlic Breadcrumbs; Oven Baked Parmesan Chicken Nuggets; Spaghetti with Meatballs; Chicken Soft Tacos, and Ice Cream Sundaes with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate & Caramel Sauce & Freshly Whipped Cream.
Thursday Jun 12th
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Linda Martin
$525.00
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