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March 2026
Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

TACOS AND MARGARITA PARTY~ CLASS IS FULL~

Now is the perfect time of year to host a Taco party. Add a Margarita and it becomes a Fiesta! Come be part of this class to learn recipes you can use year-round for entertaining. Our lesson is Ancho Chile Beef Taco Cups; pan-fried Chorizo Sausage & Chipotle Pepper Tacos with Bordertown Guacamole; crispy baked Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema; Beer-battered Fish Tacos with Baja Sauce; Roasted Shrimp and Bell Pepper & Red Onion Tacos in soft Flour Tortillas. We’ll enjoy Skinny Margaritas and Frozen Coconut Lime Margaritas with our amazing meal!
Tuesday Mar 31st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
April 2026
Eggs Benedict with Chili Hollandaise Sauce & crispy Bacon

CASUAL EASTER GATHERING

Make Easter at your house an experience that is fun and memorable for everyone! You could start with spring décor of fresh flowers & plan kid-friendly activities like themed egg hunts or craft stations for all ages. Offer this festive menu that will delight everyone with its variety and amazing flavors! Serve Blue Corn Pancakes with Blueberry Butter, Eggs Benedict with Chili Hollandaise Sauce & crispy Bacon, Nutty Pecan Waffles with Buttermilk Syrup, Strawberry & Arugula Salad with Hazelnut with Sherry Dressing, topped with baked Goat Cheese Fritters; Sausage Quiche with Corn Tortilla Crust, and Easter-time Carrot Margaritas.
Wednesday Apr 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
Ground Beef, Spinach Feta and Mushroom Strudel with Tzatziki Sauce

THE ART OF APPETIZERS~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

Sign up to learn the art of preparing an appetizer menu with valuable lessons that will make you a success at entertaining. This class is loaded with important tips and information on how to prepare for any size group. Join us to have fun and learn Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatballs with Dijon Cream Sauce; baked Brie topped with roasted Red Grapes, & Balsamic, Rosemary reduction; Irish-stacked Potato bites topped with Dubliner Cheddar; Truffle Honey Ricotta Crostini; Mango-Chutney & Thai Green Curry Shrimp Salad in Wonton Cups; Ground Beef, Spinach Feta and Mushroom Strudel with Tzatziki Sauce, and Walnut Date Phyllo Cups with Blue Cheese and Candied Bacon.
Tuesday Apr 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
Shrimp Saganaki with toasted Baguette

ITS GREEK TO ME

Join us on a culinary journey of Greek cuisine to learn about the foods, spices, flavorings and cooking methods. In this fun and informational class, you will learn about the culinary traditions of the people and their lands. Enjoy a fun lesson of Shrimp Saganaki with toasted Baguette; Spanakopita in Phyllo Cups; Tiropita Feta Cheese Pastry Turnovers; baked Greek Lamb Meatballs and Tzatziki; Pita Cups stuffed with Garlic Hummus and topped with Greek Salad; Walnut Baklava Rolls, and Rosemary Ouzo Lemonade Punch.
Wednesday Apr 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
Korean mini-Meatloaves with Honey Gochujang Glaze, served with roasted Sesame Broccoli Spears

LUNCH AND LEARN – APRIL 10

Get ready for a lunch with an Asian flair that you’ll enjoy and think about long after this class. Come to enjoy a DEMONSTRATION of Korean mini-Meatloaves with Honey Gochujang Glaze, served with roasted Sesame Broccoli Spears. Dessert will be Coconut Custard with zesty Lime Whipped Cream.
Friday Apr 10th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00
Pineapple BBQ Chicken Kabobs

GRILL IT ALL

Grilling is a quick, high-heat method of cooking. It ensures that foods are moist and flavorful while browning and caramelizing the natural sugars of meats and vegetables. Come learn the tricks to getting it right. You will learn to set correct temperatures, time your cooking & correctly place foods on the grill for the required amount of heat. Come for a fun, valuable lesson to gain knowledge and confidence with this healthy outdoor style of cooking. Our lesson is Grilled Watermelon, Feta & Red Onion Salad with Honey Dressing; pan grilled Paprika Cilantro Shrimp; grilled Anise Seed rubbed Pork Loin Chops with Mojo Mango; Pineapple BBQ Chicken Kabobs; grilled Bread and Herbed Tomato Salad, Garlic Sirloin Steak and Herbed Baby Potato foil packs; Huli Huli Chicken, and grilled Pineapple with Vanilla spiced Rum-Brown Sugar glaze over grilled Pound Cake.
Tuesday Apr 14th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Brie Wheel topped with hot Brown Sugar, Pecans and Kahlua served with Apples & grilled French Bread

CROWD PLEASING PARTIES~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

Make your next party a crowd-pleasing event! This class will help you plan, execute and enjoy a party you create with great recipes and planning guidelines. Come enjoy an informative and enlightening lesson. At the end, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing party plan and menu with the skills to recreate it. Join us for Brie Wheel topped with hot Brown Sugar, Pecans and Kahlua served with Apples & grilled French Bread; Cheesy Bacon wrapped Chicken bites with creamy Sriracha Sauce; French Dip Roast Beef, Provolone, Caramelized Onion Pinwheels with au jus dipping Sauce; baked Coconut Crusted Chicken Strips with Honey Mustard dipping Sauce; Korean Flank Steak Tacos with Kim Chi Salsa, and crispy Herbed Feta & Mozzarella Cheese Phyllo Rolls. Dessert will be Raspberry Pie Squares.
Wednesday Apr 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
Cucumber Gazpacho with toasted Marcona Almonds

TAPAS AND PAELLA

Come for a flavorful culinary journey into Spanish cuisine and culture. You will learn to prepare vibrant small plates of Tapas that pair perfectly with wine or sangria. From there Paella will be the focus with lessons on two classic varieties. Join us for a fun afternoon of cooking and Chorizo & Potato Spanish Tortilla bites; white Cucumber Gazpacho with toasted Marcona Almonds; Sausage filled Medjool Dates wrapped in Bacon; double Tomato Toasts; oven roasted Shrimp with toasted Garlic over Saffron Rice, and Spanish Chicken & Chorizo Paella. Dessert will be triple Berry Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts.
Tuesday Apr 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
Chorizo Jack Cheese Nachos with Mango Guacamole

TACOS ENCHILADAS AND NACHOS

Join us for a lesson with some of our favorite Southwestern foods! These are great for all ages, tastes and time of year; and these authentic recipes are guaranteed crowd pleasers. Come for a fun and entertaining class to learn Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas; Chorizo Jack Cheese Nachos with Mango Guacamole; baked marinated Shrimp Enchiladas; sheet pan Shrimp Tacos with Queso Fresco; Goat Cheese, Black Bean Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce; super deluxe Chipotle Skirt Steak Nachos with toppings, and Strawberry Cheesecake Tacos.
Wednesday Apr 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
Chimichurri Steak Fajitas with Drunken Peppers

CINCO DE MAYO

In this country Cinco de Mayo has grown into a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture, food, music, and community. We will honor the spirit of Cinco de Mayo with this dynamic celebratory menu. Learn here so you can have your own party with Layered Nacho Salad with Roasted Pepper Salad Dressing; Chimichurri Steak Fajitas with Drunken Peppers; Tacos de Alambre )Bacon & Ground Beef); roasted Chicken Enchiladas with creamy Green Chile Sauce; roasted Corn Guacamole; Black Bean Salsa & baked Tortilla Chips; Cinco de Chili Chocolate Cupcakes with Chili Cream Cheese Frosting.
Tuesday Apr 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
Herbed Goat Cheese and Market Salad in Phyllo Cups

PHYLLO AND PUFF PASTRY

Expand your baking abilities with this workshop that will teach how to work with Phyllo Dough and Puff Pastry. Phyllo Dough is perfect for making delicate and crispy pastries, while Puff Pastry is ideal for creating rich Butter Pastries. Both can be filled with flavored custards and fruit compotes. Come enjoy a lesson that will allow you to create a wide variety of delicious pastries. You will learn Brie en Croûte with Caramel and Walnuts; Dijon Chicken Wellingtons; Herbed Goat Cheese and Market Salad in Phyllo Cups; Sesame-Lemon marinated Chicken Breast with a crisp Phyllo Crust; Savory Blue Cheese, Caramelized Leek and Walnut Hand Pies; Chocolate Bear Claws, and Pistachio Phyllo Crinkle Custard Cake.
Wednesday Apr 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
May 2026
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas served with Black Beans, Corn and Rice bake

LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 1

Treat yourself to an amazing lunch and cooking lesson to enjoy this menu with a Southwest theme. Our instructor will lead you with a DEMONSTRATION step by step through the process of creating this Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas served with Black Beans, Corn and Rice bake. Dessert will be Mexican Chocolate Bread Pudding.
Friday May 1st
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00
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