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Name: MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR
Start: 2026-05-20T09:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-05-20T11:00:00-07:00
Location: Sweet Basil Culinary Center

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20 MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR ~ CLASS IS FULL~ MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm $30.00 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 DEMONST , ...
21 MEDITERRANEAN MAGIC MEDITERRANEAN MAGIC 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 Come for a valuable culinary lesson that fills your senses with the array of aromatic fresh foods and explores the cuisine as a lifestyle of foods rooted in balance, flavor and health. We will incorporate principles of Mediterranean cuisine by using seasonal produce, heart-healthy fats like extra virgin olive oil, fres , ... FRENCH BISTRO FRENCH BISTRO 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $105.00 Stepping into a French bistro cooking class is like opening the door to Paris itself. Fundamental French cooking principles and traditional French recipes where only the very freshest foods are used in preparation. Join us for a fun and lively lesson of Olive-Caper Tapenade Toasts with Lemon Zest & Fresh Thyme; Wal , ...
22 LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 22 LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 22 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $50.00 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 , ... GOURMET COUPLES – MAY 22 GOURMET COUPLES – MAY 22 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $220.00 Are you a foodie who enjoys new adventures in food? Bring your partner to enjoy this lesson where each course is prepared by like -minded foodie couples. Our lesson offers a three-course gourmet menu, served with a sampling of wines. Join us for our lesson of Albondigas Meatball Amuse with Saffron Sauce and Tomatillo & , ...
23 NORTHERN ITALIAN DELIGHTS CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER NORTHERN ITALIAN DELIGHTS 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 There is magic to the cuisine of this Northern Italian region. The foods are light, flavorful, fresh and bring elements of Swiss and German cuisine into the mix of specialties. Come to immerse yourself in this delightful cuisine. Our lesson is Bite-Sized Bruschetta Pockets; Lemon-Zested Springtime Risotto with Mascarp , ... TAPAS AND PAELLA TAPAS AND PAELLA 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm $105.00 Our great menu of Tapas (finger food that goes best with wine) and Paella ( a one pot party food dish), make a soul satisfying combination of a party meal. Our lesson on the vibrant flavors of these traditions of Spanish cuisine, gives you insight into the foods, flavors and customs of Spanish culinary specialties. The , ...

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26 WOK IT WOK IT 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 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. , ... SPRING BITES AND DIY COCKTAILS CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER SPRING BITES AND DIY COCKTAILS 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $105.00 Light little bite-sized morsels for spring time entertaining are the focus of this fun class! Our cocktail party menu has wide variety and lots of yummy flavors in this impressive lineup of foods. Join us for a fun evening to learn three-Cheese crispy roasted Potato Rounds; Beef Wellington bites with a creamy Horserad , ...
27 PASTA PRIMER PASTA PRIMER 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 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 fr , ... MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR MARTIES MAD MAY MARTINI HOUR 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm $30.00 It’s a party and you’re invited to Martie’s Mad Martini Happy Hour! Come and sip a Dirty 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 Caramelized Pear & Smoked Gouda Panini Bites. Bring a friend, a , ...
28 THAI TEMPTATION THAI TEMPTATION 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 Come fall in love with Thai food and all its’ dynamics in a class that will immerse you into the cuisine and the culture. Thai food is vibrant, aromatic, and deeply rooted in tradition, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. In this class, you’ll explore making Corn and Coconut Soup with Gin , ... ASIAN COCKTAIL PARTY ASIAN COCKTAIL PARTY 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $105.00 Learning to prepare Asian finger foods provides you with a versatile, flavorful, and visually appealing menu to impress guests and create memorable gatherings. Using an array of fresh ingredients, we will learn to impart dynamic Asian flavors with Seasonings, Spices, Sauces and Flavorings used in Asian cooking. Join u , ...
29 LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 29 LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 29 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $50.00 Give yourself the treat of a delicious Italian themed lunch with a great lesson! This DEMONSTRATION of fresh vibrant flavors will teach you My Momma’s Meatballs over Whipped Homemade Ricotta Rigotoni, Italian Salad of Romaine, Red Radicchio, charred Cherry Tomatoes, crispy Prosciutto chards. Dessert will be Nutella Écl , ... GOURMET COUPLES – MAY 29 GOURMET COUPLES – MAY 29 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $220.00 Would you like to have a fun culinary adventure with your partner? Look no further and sign up to join us for a dynamic cooking class where you will learn to prepare a three-course gourmet menu. Each couple will choose a recipe to prepare, and when the meal comes together, will sit down to enjoy it with a sampling of w , ...
30 TAMALE TIME TAMALE TIME 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 Anytime can be Tamale time! To prepare them you need a set of good recipes and a little knowledge of the methods and techniques. Come be part of the experience that teaches how to mix the masa, prepare the fillings, wrap and roll, and then steam the tamales. The results are magical tamales with flavors that are out of , ... VIETNAMESE ~ CLASS IS FULL~ VIETNAMESE 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm $105.00 In this class explore the rich flavors, techniques, and cultural traditions of Vietnamese cuisine. We will learn to prepare authentic dishes using fresh Herbs, aromatic Spices, and balanced Seasonings. You will gain an understanding of harmony between sweet, sour, salty, and umami tastes. Come for a fun and lively clas , ...

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2 AIR FRY FAVORITES AIR FRY FAVORITES 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 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 you , ...
3 HAWAIIAN LUAU HAWAIIAN LUAU 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 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 , ...
4 ONE POT PERFECT ONE POT PERFECT 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 One pot cooking is a wonderful way for busy cooks to prepare meals efficiently. There are so many benefits to cooking this way as you will discover in this class. Learn to minimize prep time; sequence cooking the ingredients and reduce the clean up of dishes. We will prepare Ginger Garlic Shrimp with Coconut Milk; Mus , ... MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEY MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEY 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $105.00 Mediterranean cuisine is loved for its fresh flavorful ingredients, healthy profile, and simple yet vibrant cooking techniques. Come immerse yourself in a lesson that draws these culinary elements together. Our class teaches Grilled Shrimp with Sundried Tomato Pesto; Salad of Fennel, Prosciutto, & Baby Arugula wit , ...
5 LUNCH AND LEARN – JUNE 5 LUNCH AND LEARN – JUNE 5 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm $50.00 Sign up to enjoy a delicious lunch with a lesson of Middle Eastern inspired foods. This DEMONSTRATION teaches how to create flavors of this cuisine including grilled Herb and Garlic Chicken with Lemon, fresh Parsley, Mint, with a hint of Sesame and Sumac, and Garlicky Yogurt. We will serve this with Taverna Salad of To , ... GOURMET COUPLES – JUNE 5 GOURMET COUPLES – JUNE 5 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $220.00 If you and your partner are foodies, this class could be for you! Be a team and part of the group who will prepare a delicious gourmet three-course meal. Each couple will choose what they will cook, and each course will be enjoyed with a sampling of wine. We hope you can join us for an evening of culinary fun to learn , ...
6 TUSCAN SUMMER TUSCAN SUMMER 9:30 am - 12:30 pm $105.00 What makes traditional Tuscan food unique is the simplicity in cooking it. Tuscans cook seasonally with locally grown produce, so the foods are not complicated, yet are outrageously delicious. Learn this delightful menu of Four-Cheese Porcini Mushroom Crostini; Schiacciata “Tuscan Flat Bread Pizza” Tuscan Sausage Dip; , ... FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm $105.00 If you love Chocolate, this class will teach how to use it to cook and bake with it so that your recipes turn out perfectly. From this lesson, you will gain an understanding of its unique textures, melting points, and flavor profiles. Come have fun and learn Skillet Brownie with Chocolate Ganache; Chocolate Caramel T , ...