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May 2026
Eggplant Parmesan Rounds topped with Marinara & Mozzarella

AIR FRY EASE~ CLASS IS FULL~

This class will teach you how useful and versatile an Air Fryer really is. You will learn with this hands-on experience how to prepare a variety of dishes that traditionally require an array of cooking methods. You’ll also learn how it can be used as a substitute for frying oil for healthier and faster food preparation for many recipes. Join this fun class to learn these Air Fryer recipes. We’ll prepare glazed mini-Meatloaves; Eggplant Parmesan Rounds topped with Marinara & Mozzarella; Garlic Ranch Wings; Shrimp Fajitas; Parmesan & Cream Cheese stuffed Mushrooms, and Ham and Brie Pastries with Apricot Dijon Sauce.
Tuesday May 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
Green Goddess Salad with Avocado and Pistachios

CELEBRATE MOM

A cooking class is a wonderful way to celebrate Mother’s Day. It’s a way to share a fun experience filled with laughter, learning, and delicious food. Better than a gift, this heartfelt way to honor your mom will mean so much to her and your quality time together has a tasty reward at the end. Join us for a fun morning of cooking. Our menu is creamy chilled Peach Soup with Schnapps; Fuji Apple Goat Cheese & Thyme Bruschetta; crispy air fried Sesame Shrimp Toast Points; Green Goddess Salad with Avocado and Pistachios; Filo-wrapped Chicken with Spinach, roasted Peppers and Brie; Parmesan Popovers with whipped Herb Butter, and dessert of Crepes stuffed with Bananas and Nutella.
Wednesday May 6th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
pan roasted Salmon with sweet & tangy roasted Green Beans

DAZZLING ONE POT MEALS

When it’s time to prepare dinner and you need to do it quickly, this lesson offers an approach to a one pot meal. Learn to build a meal using a variety of foods which can come together in minutes. These delicious recipes are made for busy moms. Join us to learn One pan roasted Salmon with sweet & tangy roasted Green Beans; Orecchiette Pasta with Italian Sausage and Arugula; sheet pan Shrimp Fajitas with Avocado; one pot boneless sautéed Chicken Thighs & spiced Yellow Rice; Smash Burger Tacos, and Butterscotch Impossible Pie.
Tuesday May 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
One pan Orecchiette & spicy Turkey Sausage Pasta

DINNER IN 30

Learning to make dinner in just 30 minutes is about mastering efficiency, organization, and making smart ingredient choices. This lesson will focus on how to plan, prep ingredients quickly, and use techniques that save time without sacrificing flavor. We will practice knife skills, timing multiple dishes at once, and adapting recipes to what’s on hand. By the end of class, you will enjoy a delicious meal of freshly made food and will have the confidence to recreate fast, balanced dinners at home any night of the week. Our lesson is Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Skillet; One pan Orecchiette & spicy Turkey Sausage Pasta; Shrimp Fajita and Vegetable Rice bowls; grilled Chicken, Vegetable & Kale Salad with crunchy Peanut Vinaigrette; Zucchini and Feta Fritters with Garlic Yogurt Sauce; Carne Asada Flank Steak Salad with creamy Avocado Salsa, and white Chocolate dipped Oatmeal Lace Cookies.
Wednesday May 13th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Greek sheet pan boneless Chicken Thighs with Vegetables, Feta Cheese and Kalamata Olives

SHEET PAN DINNERS

Sheet pan dinners make great choices for quick meals that you will love for their convenience and ease of cleanup! Our class will teach you the tips and tricks of this fast making dinner method. Join us for a fun class of Sheet pan Shrimp and Asparagus with Lemon Garlic Butter and thin Spaghetti; Cajun sheet pan dinner with crispy Andouille Sausage & Peppers; Butternut Squash with Honey Dijon and crusty Baguette; Greek sheet pan boneless Chicken Thighs with Vegetables, Feta Cheese and Kalamata Olives; sheet pan sweet and sour Turkey Meatballs with Yukon Potatoes; sheet pan Teriyaki Salmon with Rainbow Peppers and Broccoli, and roasted Strawberry Sheet Cake with Chocolate Whipped Cream.
Tuesday May 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
classic Butter Chicken; roasted Potatoes with East Indian Spices

INDIAN MYSTIQUE

This lesson on Indian cuisine teaches about the rich flavors, unique spices, and traditional techniques of Indian food preparation. Come experience the sensory adventure of vibrant colors, scents & flavors as you discover the joy of creating these centuries-old delicious dishes from scratch. Come learn and enjoy our lesson of warm homemade Naan with Garlic Butter; Red Lentil Curry with Basmati Rice; classic Butter Chicken; roasted Potatoes with East Indian Spices; Indian Skillet Shrimp Curry with Coconut Milk; chewy Chai spiced Sugar Cookies, and frozen Spiced Mango & Yogurt Lassi.
Wednesday May 20th
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 Goat Cheese Salad with toasted Garlic Baguettes

MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR

It’s a party and you’re invited! To Martie’s Mad Martini Happy Hour! Come sip a Pomegranate Martini crafted by our Mixologist Brian Vogel, owner of The Raven Gastropub. Brian will share tips on how to make a memorable cocktail. Our chef will DEMONSTRATE an appetizer you won’t be able to get enough of! She will DEMONSTRATE Baked Goat Cheese Salad with toasted Garlic Baguettes. Bring a friend, a group of friends or come yourself to enjoy a fun time filled with conversation and laughter! Don’t wait to sign up, seating is limited!
Wednesday May 20th
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$30.00
Creamy Oregano Chicken Breasts wrapped in Parmesan Crusted Phyllo, served with Greek Vegetable Salad with marinated Feta Cheese

LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 22

This lesson will treat you to a great meal with the lesson presented in a DEMONSTRATION. This lovely lunch could be the menu for you to use at your next dinner party! Come for a fun and delicious luncheon to enjoy along Creamy Oregano Chicken Breasts wrapped in Parmesan Crusted Phyllo, served with Greek Vegetable Salad with marinated Feta Cheese. Dessert will be Phyllo Crinkle Cake with Almond Custard and Vanilla Bean Glaze.
Friday May 22nd
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00
Orange Peel Beef with Brown Rice

WOK IT

Woking gives you a way to prepare Asian dishes with lots of heat to make your stir fry sizzle! Come learn to use the seasoning, sauces and flavorings Asian foods are known for. Enjoy a dynamic lesson about this quick cook, one-pot way of cooking and the tremendous flavors that make this cuisine so loved and enjoyed. Our lesson is Orange Peel Beef with Brown Rice; Thai Chicken Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce; Garlic Chicken & Vegetable stir-fry over Rice Noodles; Sesame Shrimp stir-fry with Bell Peppers; Caramel Chicken stir fry in Lettuce Cups; air fryer Pork & Shrimp Wontons with Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, and baked Apple Cinnamon Wontons.
Tuesday May 26th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Tagliarini Pasta with Pesto Sauce

PASTA PRIMER

Knowing how to make Pasta from scratch is one of the great joys of cooking. Join us for a dynamic lesson where each person will mix, knead, stretch and cook a batch of Pasta! We will go on to pair our Pasta with a great Sauce! Come for this fun exhilarating learning experience. We will end the class by enjoying the fresh pasta made by each person in class. Our lesson is Potato Gnocchi with Prosciutto and Peas; classic Fettuccine Alfredo; fresh Tagliarini Pasta with Pesto Sauce; hearty Pasta Bolognese; crisp Peppered Bacon Risotto; Orecchiette with Italian Sausage & Broccoli in Parmesan Sauce, and one-pot Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Wine & Pasta.
Wednesday May 27th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
June 2026
Parmesan & Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

AIR FRY FAVORITES

Come discover the joy of using your air fryer in this fun informative class! The air fryer method of cooking with hot circulating air provides a healthy alternative to conventional frying. Air fryers are so versatile they can be used for roasting Vegetables, cooking Meats, and baking. Learn all the ways you can use your Air fryer! Our lessons are Parmesan & Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms; Ham and Brie Pastries with Apricot Dijon Dipping Sauce; Eggplant Parmesan Rounds; Salmon with Maple Soy Glaze; Shrimp Fajitas, and Chicken Katsu with homemade Katsu Sauce.
Tuesday Jun 2nd
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 Huli Huli Chicken Wings with Pineapple Glaze

HAWAIIAN LUAU

A Hawaiian Luau celebrates the spirit of Hawaii where people come together to enjoy music, dance, and food! We will have a fun, festive party at this class so bring your aloha spirit to learn an unforgettable menu! Enjoy Baked Huli Huli Chicken Wings with Pineapple Glaze; Thai Peanut Noodles; Hawaiian Pork Tenderloin with roasted fresh Pineapple & Sweet Peppers; Hawaiian Macaroni Salad; grilled Molokai Chicken Thighs; air fryer Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce, and Pina Colada Punch.
Wednesday Jun 3rd
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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