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October 2025

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~ CLASS IS FULL~

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

LUNCH AND LEARN – OCTOBER 24~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

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
November 2025
Crepes filled with Turkey and drizzled with Tarragon White Wine Sauce

BRUNCH BEAUTIES

Brunch is a welcome way to gather your friends and family for a daytime party. This menu of breakfast & lunch themed foods provides variety with crowd-pleasing recipes. Come learn, from our talented chef, how to prepare then create an astonishingly beautiful buffet. Our lesson is Whole Grain, Feta Cheese & Eggs Florentine Cups with easy Herbed Hollandaise; Sweet and Spicy Million-Dollar Bacon; Crepes filled with Turkey and drizzled with Tarragon White Wine Sauce; Prosciutto Egg Cups with Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese; Strawberry Balsamic Green Salad, Feta & toasted Walnuts, and Blueberry Streusel Coffee Cake. Brunch will be served with Cranberry Morning Margaritas.
Tuesday Nov 4th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Classic Vichyssoise

FRENCH CLASSICS

This fun lesson teaches classic French cuisine using recipes that have been handed down for centuries. Come for a true classic cooking lesson. Our menu is Baked Raspberry Brie Cups with Brown Sugar and Dijon Crust; Classic Vichyssoise; French Onion Braised Chicken Breast; Herbed French Lentil Salad With Carrots, Goat Cheese, And Pistachios; Beef Burgundy, and Pommes Anna. Dessert will be Cream Puffs with Chocolate Drizzle.
Wednesday Nov 5th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Indian Chicken Tikka Masala

INDIAN SPECIALTIES

Indian cuisine is one that uses a wide range of flavors and spices in many foods we know and love. Preparing it is not difficult so it can become easy week-night dinner food! Come for a fun, enlightening lesson to prepare warm Homemade Naan with Garlic Butter; Indian Chicken Tikka Masala; Red Lentil Curry with Basmati Rice; Classic Butter Chicken; Indian Skillet Shrimp Curry with Coconut Milk, and Sheet-Pan Tandoori Chicken & Sweet Potatoes. Dessert will be frozen Spiced Mango & Yogurt Lassi.
Tuesday Nov 11th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
baked stuffed Butterflied Shrimp with Garlic and Bread Crumbs

ULTIMATE DINNER PARTY~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

It is always fun to have a dinner party with a menu of specialty foods. This menu of specialties is perfect for holiday entertaining with foods your guests will absolutely love! Come have fun and learn to make this menu your own. Our lesson is warm Almond-crusted Goat Cheese Salad with Raspberry Dressing; Cranberry Brie Pastry Puffs; baked stuffed Butterflied Shrimp with Garlic and Bread Crumbs; Petite Filet Mignons with Port Wine Glaze; Herbed Orzo, and Sautéed Spinach Chiffonade with Shallots. Dessert will be Chocolate Bread Pudding with Bailey’s Chantilly Cream.
Wednesday Nov 12th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli, served with Sesame Garlic Noodles and Scallions

LUNCH AND LEARN – NOVEMBER 14~ CLASS IS FULL~

We are pretty sure you will make this menu a family favorite for a very long time. Come for lunch and a DEMONSTRATION to learn & enjoy this menu. Our lesson is Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli, served with Sesame Garlic Noodles and Scallions. Dessert will be Coconut Cheesecake Squares with Toasted Coconut Whipped Cream.
Friday Nov 14th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
Sweet Potato Soup with Buttered Pecans with Cheesy Bacon wrapped Puff Pastry Twists

COMFORT SOUPS AND BREADS

Not much is more soothing or satisfying than homemade Soup paired with fresh Bread. This class offers an amazing collection, perfect for the colder months ahead. Join us for a fun class to make Chicken Meatball, Escarole & Orzo Soup with Creamy Artichoke Crostini; Roasted Garlic Soup & mini Parmesan Popovers with Brie; Sweet Potato Soup with Buttered Pecans with Cheesy Bacon wrapped Puff Pastry Twists, and silky-smooth Chocolate Soup with Whipped Cream & Chocolate Curls.
Tuesday Nov 18th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Cast Iron Pecan-crusted Sole Fillets & Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle

FISHIN AROUND

Fish is easy to prepare as you will learn in this class. What you need is a little knowledge about the Fish, the temperature to cook it and timing. Join us to learn Ahi Avocado Salad with Sesame Toasts; One-Pan Mediterranean Fish Dinner (Cod) with Artichoke Hearts & Capers; Poached Salmon with Olives, Capers & Miso seasoned Vegetables; Cast Iron Pecan-crusted Sole Fillets & Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle; crispy oven fried Cornmeal Crusted Orange Roughie with best ever Creamy Coleslaw; Baked Red Snapper with Shrimp & Mushrooms in Cream Sherry Parmesan Sauce, and Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos marinated in Orange Vodka with Cream Con Sol.
Wednesday Nov 19th
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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