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Couldn’t we all use a little cool down-about now? Get ready for a class focused on just that! These recipes were created to enjoy light satisfying flavors with foods that actually make us feel cooler. Come join us for Spring Roll Bowls with Sweet Garlic Lime Sauce; Creamy Avocado Bisque with Spicy Shrimp; Pesto & P , ...

A wok is the ultimate one pot vessel that allows you to make an endless variety of Asian dishes in a short time. With a little prep ahead of cooking, you can make complete dinners in minutes. Using Asian ingredients, sauces and flavorings, this lesson teaches how to use a wok to make delicious meals. Join us! Our lesso , ...

If you like Mushrooms, this interesting class will explore how Mushrooms can be used in cooking to prepare appetizers, entrees, side dishes and snack foods. The lesson teaches how distinctly different the flavors of fungi are. Come learn about the varieties in a lesson of Steak Diane with Creamy Cremini Mushroom Sauce; , ...

Knowing how to cook Fish is important for any good cook. Understanding Fish varieties, cooking techniques, temperatures, and timing are the keys to perfectly prepared Fish. This will be our focus. In addition, the class will learn to prepare a complimentary Sauce to accompany each Fish. Come for a great class and learn , ...

Many people enjoy Indian food and the complex flavors and spices used to create it. This class opens the doors to learning about the ingredients, flavorings and cooking methods of Indian specialties. Join us for a fun and interesting evening of cooking to learn Spicy Potato Samosa (Punjabi); Fried Onion Pakoras with Ta , ...

Treat yourself to a delicious lunch served to you at our DEMONSTRATION class. This could be a great menu to use for entertaining. Come for an interesting lesson and enjoy Panfried Chicken Breasts with Oregano Garlic Butter, served with Penne & Pancetta in a Tomato-Cream Sauce. Dessert will be Roasted Strawberry Cak , ...

If you and your partner love good food, join us to be part of a group of couples cooking a gourmet meal from scratch. You’ll choose the part of the meal you want to prepare and work as a team with your partner. When the meal comes together, everyone will enjoy it with a sampling of wines. Come for a fun evening & b , ...

Hey kids, if you are aged 8 or above, invite your parent to share a fun cooking experience with you. You’ll be partners cooking together and will learn to make Veggie Nuggets with Homemade Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce; Ricotta Meatballs in Creamy Spinach Alfredo Sauce; Homemade Spaghetti with Best Ever Meat Sauce; Waffl , ...

You can enjoy the fresh bright flavors of Mediterranean cuisine as we learn to prepare the best and most loved dishes from this region in class. We know how healthy foods from the Med can be, so we’ll focus on fresh, flavorful combinations including Pine-Nut Salad Spears; Spanakopita; Roasted Beets with Lemon-Tahini Dr , ...

Italian Mamas know how to make the best, most flavorful foods using their own special instructions – like a pinch of this or handful of that. We want to learn what they know! This lesson will reveal their secrets with a sampling of Mama approved recipes. Come for a fun afternoon of cooking to learn Caponata Brusc , ...

These specialty Pastries give you so many options for appetizers, entrees and desserts. This lesson will teach how to work with both ingredients to understand their complexities. Our recipes are fan favorites and include Cheesy Chorizo Puff Pastry Tarts with Creamy Salsa Verde; Brie and Port Wine Mushroom Phyllo Puffs; , ...

It’s party time! Ribs and Wings are great for gatherings and here is a class focused on preparing them with lots of variety and great flavors. Come learn so you’ve got these for your next party! Our lesson is Roasted Drunken Tequila Lime Chicken Wings; Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken Wings; Garlic Cajun Grilled Baby Back , ...

Knowing how to use culinary herbs is an important step in creating great flavors. This class features a variety of culinary herbs, their flavors and best use with each recipe. Come for a fun and valuable lesson & gain an understanding of Radish Orange Herb Salad with Lime Curry Vinaigrette; Jerk-Roasted Chicken; Le , ...

Grilled foods have their own unique flavors created by the grilling process. It’s good to know how to grill inside the kitchen and on an outdoor grill, depending on the situation. The keys to success are knowing correct placement, temperatures and timing of each food and grilling surface. Come have fun and gain some ex , ...

This class offers an opportunity to share a fun experience when you invite a friend to join you. Together you could enjoy a DEMONSTRATION and lunch with this cool summertime menu. Sign up to enjoy Raspberry-Balsamic Glazed Chicken served with Lemony Orzo Salad. Dessert will be Bittersweet Chocolate Pots de Crème. , ...

If you and your partner are foodies, you could plan a fun evening of preparing a gourmet three course meal with a group of foodies. As each course comes together the group will sit down to enjoy it with a sampling of wine. Come and be part of Rum Glazed Shrimp Grilled Shrimp wtih Mint Salsa Amuse, Tomatillo & Fresh , ...

We know that Bread is a great comfort food that can be added to a menu to make a meal complete. This lesson will teach an array of sweet and savory favorites & will give you an understanding of how to work with Yeast and bake Quick Breads. Join this delicious baking experience to learn Msemen (Moroccan Flatbreads); , ...

Making Cheese is a fun and pleasurable experience! As you watch the curds develop and the whey fall away, you know you’re creating something special. This lesson will teach how to make a variety of Cheeses, then turn them into ingredients for our recipes. This fun and valuable lesson teaches Homemade Ricotta; Homemade , ...

Tuscan foods are in a class of their own. We’ll learn that Tuscan cooking isn’t complicated, you must use high quality ingredients in order to bring out the best natural flavors in every dish. Come learn to create classic Tuscan specialties including Grilled Peach, Cherry Tomato, Burrata and Arugula Party Salad; Pasta , ...

Most foods are enhanced by the flavor of Garlic. It’s pungent and unique in the raw, and sweet and caramelized when cooked. Our lesson explores all the ways Garlic adds rich flavor to dishes. Come enjoy a lesson of Cast Iron Garlic Butter for Ribeye Steak Tips; Roasted Garlic Baked Ricotta with Garlic Baguette Toasts; , ...

There is almost a mystery about the flavors and enjoyment we derive from eating Thai foods. Why is it always so good? Take this class, and find the answers, and learn to create magical Thai flavors for yourself. This class teaches classic dishes including Delectable Fried Wontons with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce; Ultimat , ...

We can order out, but it’s much more fun when you can create your own. Making Pizza at home means you control the Crust, the Sauce and choice of ingredients. Watching the bubbly mixture cook, then diving into your creation can be pure pleasure. Come for a lesson on the basics where each student will make a Crust. The l , ...

Step up your culinary expertise with this dual lesson on Sauce-making and Sauté. These techniques can be easily mastered with the help of our chef. Come for a fun morning of cooking to practice and prepare Steak au Poivre with Brandied Cream Sauce; Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Shallot-Balsamic Sauce; Shrimp Scampi; , ...

When we’re at the coast we’re surrounded by wonderful varieties of Fish with choices that make great meals. Come learn about pairing Fish with local ingredients in a style of coastal cooking. This fun lesson teaches Ahi Tuna Tartare with fresh Avocado, served on Homemade Chips; Roasted Beet Salad with Tender Baby Arugu , ...

Here is a priceless lesson of Italian specialties you can learn to make for yourself. As this step by step DEMONSTRATION unfolds, it teaches classic Italian dishes. These are recipes you could use for many special meals. Our menu is made from scratch creamy and Cheesy Polenta, and Braised Homemade D’Atri Italian , ...

Invite your partner to join you for a lesson teaching a three course gourmet menu prepared by the group of couples in this class. Each team chooses the part of the meal they want to prepare. Cooking is the first fun part, then when the meal comes together, the courses are served with a sampling of wine. Come for a fun, , ...

Sausage made from scratch is like no other. Come for a lesson with an expert and learn the processes of making each sausage, using family recipes. You’ll learn step by step how to make an amazing variety of sausages. Sign up and learn Italian Sausage with Peppers & Onions on Homemade Buns; breakfast-for-dinner Brea , ...

This class teaches how to assemble amazing Asian flavors into bite size finger foods! What could be better when you want to treat friends to something special? Come for a fun afternoon of cooking and eating to learn Lemongrass-Ginger Pork Sliders; Shrimp Toasts; Thai-Style Fried Chicken; Curried Rice Noodles in Lettuce , ...

We’re getting more and more brave when we take on these culinary challenges! Each of these specialties seem difficult, but we’ll show how doable they are in this lesson focused on timing, recipes and techniques! Come for an inspiring culinary experience to learn Famous Japanese Souffle Pancakes with Homemade Maple Syru , ...