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November 2025

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INA GARTEN PARTIES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
As a cookbook writer and TV chef, Ina Garten is a favorite culinary guide for many. Her recipes and food are amazing! This lesson is made up of recipes featured in her book “Ina Garten Parties.” Join us and jump into a fun class to learn Skewered Grilled Cheese Gruyere Bites with Tomato Basil Soup; Smoked Salmon Devile , ...
ASIAN FINGER FOODS
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
What could be better than bite sized Asian foods? Learn the ins and outs of Asian ingredients, spices, and flavorings to be able to create bite-sized morsels that pair beautifully with a cocktail. Our delicious array will be: Vegetable Pajeon (Korean Scallion Pancakes with Vegetables); Asian-Style Pulled Pork Tacos wit , ...
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SOUTHWEST COCKTAIL PARTY
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
Ok everyone get ready for a Southwest culinary adventure! This means vivid flavors, spicy, and not spicy, with a collection of contemporary & traditional recipes. You will come away understanding the dynamics of Southwest Finger Foods! Add a cocktail and get your party started. Join us for Party Style Taco Soup wit , ...
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COMFORT SOUPS AND BREADS
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
ESSENCE OF COOKING INTERMEDIATE WK6
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
If you have experience as a cook and want to learn more about the finer points of cooking, or have taken our Essence of Cooking Series, this class is your next step in developing your cooking skills! Come for this Six Week series to cook and learn! Our lessons will be: Week 6 – The final challenge will be a Chopped Cl , ...
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FISHIN AROUND
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
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 & , ...
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SPANISH COOKING AT HOME
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Contemporary Spanish food is a fusion of tradition and innovation, blending age-old recipes & techniques with modern approaches. This is a delicious and satisfying cuisine as you will learn in class. Our menu is: Spanish-Style Garlic Shrimp; Pear, Date, and Manchego Salad; Roast Chicken with Spanish Honey-Cumin Pan , ...
CHOCOLATE DELIGHTS
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Are you a chocolate lover? Take this opportunity and learn how to use it in sweet and savory dishes. The lesson provides the knowledge and methods to be able to work with it successfully. In this delicious class you will learn Dark Chocolate & Brandy Pots de Crème with Grande Marnier Whipped Cream; Chocolate-Rum Br , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – NOVEMBER 21
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Up your game with a menu that is great for weeknight dinners or serving guests as dinner party foods. Our DEMONSTRATION will show you how to prepare it. Come for a lunch of Chicken with Mushrooms and Balsamic Bacon Sauce over Creamy Polenta, served with Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter and Lemon. Dessert will , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – NOVEMBER 21
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Make this a special night with your partner and invite them to join you for a couple’s class. You will be part of a group preparing a three-course gourmet meal from scratch. Each couple with prep, cook and plate a recipe, then enjoy a sampling of wine with the meal. Join us for a fun evening and an Amuse of Parmesan &a , ...
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CAKE DECORATING
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Have you ever wanted to create a professional looking cake for your special occasions? At this class, each student will receive a cake to use for practice. You will learn to fill and ice a Cake, add texture, borders, flowers, and writing. Students will practice under the direction of the chef, then decorate their own C , ...
FONDUE AND RACLETTE
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
We are going to dive into the Swiss tradition using a fondue pot and raclette grill to cook food a bite at a time. This table-top grilling and one-pot cooking lesson is Raclette with Potatoes; Buffalo Chicken with Blue Cheese Fondue; Shrimp Bouillabaisse Fondue; Spinach and Artichoke Fondue; Pretzel Bites and Beer Chee , ...
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SWEET BASIL HOLIDAY PARTY
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
We are having a party and everyone is invited! Join us for a Holiday Celebration and discover outstanding values on Christmas merchandise and items throughout the store! We’ll serve hors d’oeuvres and wine so you could invite a friend to share the experience with you! This is the opportunity to do your holiday shopping , ...
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GRILL SMOKE AND BRINE
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Learn techniques for successful grilling. It is about timing, temperature, and placement of your food. We will learn by using a grill, stove-top smoker & brining techniques. Come for Smoked Shrimp & Spinach Salad with Smoked Tomato Sherry Vinaigrette & Roasted Garlic Cloves; Sesame marinated New York Steak , ...
ITALIAN BOARDS
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
What a fun way to throw a party. This finger food menu is made up of Italian culinary themes. This easy, flexible way of entertaining offers an array of foods people love! Learn to create these Italian boards including a MEAT & CHEESE BOARD of Mortadella, Salami & Prosciutto Roses; Mozzarella & Pepperoni Pi , ...
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THANKSGIVING PIES
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
$105.00
Are you bringing Pie to your Thanksgiving celebration? From start to finish you can make & bake it in our kitchen and take it home for your celebration. You will learn how to make a Crust then fill it with your favorite flavor. Choose your favorite flavor from these choices: Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Pie, or Dutch Caramel , ...
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Happy Thanksgiving
All Day
Happy Thanksgiving from Martie & the Sweet Basil Team We’re grateful for you! Our store will be closed Thursday, November 27 so our staff can celebrate with loved ones. See you for Black Friday—come back for festive finds, gifts, and holiday cheer! , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – NOVEMBER 28
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
After giving thanks and enjoying all the traditions we have just celebrated, it will feel good to lighten up. Our lunch menu has Asian flair with lighter foods and flavors to enjoy. This DEMONSTRATION offers tender and flaky baked Honey Miso Salmon, served with crispy Rice Salad with Avocado & Edamame. Dessert will , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – NOVEMBER 28
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$195.00
Set aside an evening to enjoy a fun and lively culinary experience. Bring your partner to join you as part of a group of couples who will create a three-course gourmet meal. Each couple will make the recipe of their choice, and the meal will be served with a sampling of wine. Come to learn Smoked Salmon on Mini Corn Ca , ...
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ITALIAN HOLIDAY DINNER
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 1 afternoon
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 2 morning
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 2 evening
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
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PLANT BASED PASSION
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Plant-based diets give you the power to live a longer, stronger, and healthier life. Years of research proves a healthy diet means less meat and processed foods. In this class we will learn new healthy dishes made with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, fish, and healthy oils. This introduction to foods that will , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 3 evening
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
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SAUTE ROAST AND SAUCES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
These cooking principles are steppingstones to becoming a better cook. Mastery of these techniques creates freedom to prepare many types of dishes. In this class you will learn Italian Spinach and Radicchio Salad (Warm Salad with Skillet Roasted Red Onions and Fennel drizzled with a Balsamic Reduction); Glazed Salmon w , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 4 evening
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – DECEMBER 5
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Take a break and treat yourself to a great lunch and lesson you could use for entertaining. This DEMONSTRATION teaches a beautiful Cheesesteak Beef Wellington – New York Steak, grilled Peppers & Onions with Cheddar wrapped in Puff Pastry, served with roasted Red Potatoes with Thyme & Onions. Dessert will , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – DECEMBER 5
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
This evening could be a fun date night with your partner. Join us for a hands-on gourmet cooking experience where you will be a team preparing part of a three-course gourmet meal. Our menu is Croque Monsieur Panini Bite Amuse and crispy chopped Romaine Salad with Sourdough Croutons & Balsamic Vinaigrette, served wi , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 6 morning
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – Dec 6 afternoon
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We wo , ...

Sweet Basil Gourmet 8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite C4 Scottsdale, AZ

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Sweet Basil Culinary Center
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Monday-Saturday: 09:30 AM – 06:00 PM
Sunday : Closed

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8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Road
Suite C-4
Scottsdale, AZ 85255