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May 2025

SECRETS TO SUSHI

Making Sushi at home is fun and easy with a little knowledge and understanding of the Fish you need to use. This great class will teach all the steps to making a wide range of Sushi combinations. We’ll prepare step by step, beginning with learning to make Sushi Rice. We'll use the rice to make Inside-out Spicy Tuna & Lettuce Rolls; California Sushi Roll with Shrimp, Avocado, & Wasabi; Ginger & Fresh Ginger Maki; Beef Tataki Sushi Roll; Seared Sea Scallop Nigiri with Nori Garnish, and Avocado & Fresh Salmon Nigiri.
08 May
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

LUNCH AND LEARN – May 9

We invite you to join us for a fun lunch hour where we prepare and serve you lunch, and you sit back and enjoy the DEMONSTRATION on how to prepare it. Our menu is one you can use for your own entertaining purposes. Our lesson is Balsamic-Glazed New York Strip Steaks served with Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables (Eggplant, Tomatoes, Onions, & Bell Peppers). Dessert will be Mini Lemon Cheesecakes.
09 May
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

GOURMET COUPLES – May 9

It’s date night! Bring your partner to share the experience of cooking together and be part of a group of foodies who will prepare a three-course gourmet dinner. Each couple prepares the recipes of their choice and, as it comes together, sits down to enjoy it with a glass of wine that complements the meal. Our fun evening of preparation includes Roasted Crab Cake Amuse with Lemon-Caper Aioli and Butter Lettuce & Mushroom Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette, served with Sauvignon Blanc. The entrée is Grilled New York Steak with Molasses & Beer BBQ Sauce; Dijon-Coriander Butter Roasted fresh Beets & Carrots; Grilled Red Potatoes with Watercress & Blue Cheese, and Sautéed Vegetables with Sun-dried Tomato Vinaigrette, served with Cabernet Sauvignon. Dessert will be Warm Cinnamon Apple Crisp with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream & Whiskey-Caramel Sauce. Priced per Couple
09 May
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH

Celebrate your mom with a special meal and a daytime celebration. Our menu is made up of foods that are crowd pleasers for everyone. Join us for a fun & impressive lesson. Our menu is Asparagus Salad with Radishes, Pecorino Romano, and Croutons; Bacon Maple Waffles; Gruyère and Ham Baked Omelet & Sausage Links with Apricot-Mustard Glaze; Homemade English Muffins; Spinach Soufflé; Cheesy Potato Cups, and Glazed Maple-Pecan Oatmeal Scones.
10 May
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

SOURDOUGH STARS

Learning to make Sourdough Bread is an art and passion for many. In this class we’ll learn to make a Sourdough starter, then we will move on to learning the step-by-step process of kneading, infusing flavors, proofing, shaping, and baking it. We will cover the fundamentals then we’ll make bread infused flavors including: Dark Cherry, Raisin & Walnut Sourdough; Cheese & Jalapeño Sourdough; Rosemary, roasted Garlic & Kalamata Olive Sourdough; Delicious Dill Sourdough; Sourdough Salt Baguettes; Mediterranean Focaccia, and Ciabatta.
10 May
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

EASY CHINESE

Chinese food is the most popular Asian cuisine in our country. We love it for its’ dynamic flavors and natural ingredients, with cooking methods that are unique to the cuisine. This lesson teaches some of the favorites with easy recipes! Come for a fun, delicious menu and gain an understanding of these dishes so you can make them your own! Our lesson is Pot Stickers; Air Fryer Egg Rolls; Sticky Orange Chicken over Rice; Bang Bang Shrimp with its’ creamy sweet and spicy Sauce; Egg Roll Bowl (deconstructed Egg Rolls); Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry, and much loved Dan Dan Noodles.
12 May
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

GLUTEN FREE MADE EASY

Learning to cook gluten free is not difficult when you know how to make substitutions to give you results without sacrificing flavor. If gluten free is your goal, this class will open the door to many ways you can prepare the foods you love! Our lesson will be Tuscan Creamy Butter and Tomato Braised Salmon; Baked Chicken Breast; Hasselback Potato Stuffed with Tuscan Vegetables and Cheese; Sheet-Pan Chipotle-Lime Asparagus, Broccolini, Shrimp Bake; Boneless Breaded Oven Pork Chops with Apple Pecan Arugula Salad; Lemon & Garlic Shrimp Scampi Over Gluten Free Pasta; Double Chocolate Mocha Mousse, and Gluten Free Vodka, Honey & Navel Orange Crush Cocktails.
13 May
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

FLORENTINE SPECIALTIES

In the heart of Tuscany lies this amazing culinary capitol, rich in tradition with enchanting foods and flavors. We’re taking a culinary tour to immerse ourselves in Florentine traditions. Come for an amazing lesson to gain knowledge of their foods and flavors! We’ll cook Gnudi alla Fiorentina ("Naked Ravioli") in homemade Pesto; Florentine Seafood Salad; Homemade Pappardelle in Ragu; Crespelle All Fiorentina (Savory Crepes filled with Ricotta and Spinach); Tuscan Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic, Rosemary and Sage, and Savory Italian Potato Crumb Pie. Dessert will be Torta Chocolata (Rich, Chocolate Truffle Cake).
13 May
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

SOUPS AND SALADS OF SPRING

Light, fresh, and delicious best describes the ingredients easily available with the spring harvest. Many great meals are possible from the lessons of this class! Come join us to take in the goodness the spring has to offer! Our lesson is rich French Onion Soup; Lyonnaise Salad (Potato, Bacon, Shallots and Frisée with Champagne Vinaigrette); Chicken Tortilla Soup with crispy Tortilla Strips; Grilled Chicken, Avocado & Mango Spinach Salad with Lime Dressing; Creamy Potato Soup with Shrimp & Bacon; Butter Lettuce Salad with Dijon-Tarragon Vinaigrette & topped with Baked Baby Crab Cakes, and chilled Coconut, Arizona Peach and Amaretto Soup.
14 May
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

FABULOUS FRENCH FLAVORS

Treat yourself to an excursion into classic cuisine with a lesson of French specialties. Learn firsthand how favorite French dishes are made from scratch and discover their magic. Our classic lesson includes Gougères (Pate a Choux Dough made into airy Gruyère Cheese Puffs); Asparagus, Goat Cheese & Bacon Tart; Oven-Baked Croque Monsieur (Ham & Gruyère Cheese Sandwiches with an easy faux Béchamel Sauce); Steak au Poivre with Brandied Cream Sauce (Peppered Crusted Steaks); Confit Leeks with Lentils, Lemon & Cream (Olive Oil Slow Cooked Leeks), and French Potato Salad with Arugula, Roquefort, & Walnuts. Dessert will be Sous Vide Chocolate Pots de Crème.
15 May
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

CUBAN CONNECTION

Discover the magic of this Latin cuisine known for its depth of flavor and influences from Spanish and Caribbean cuisines. This Latin country is known for its diverse and richly flavored foods with dynamic and deeply satisfying dishes. Come join our Latin party to experience Grilled Rum Glazed Shrimp with Mint Salsa; Picadillo (seasoned Vegetables & Ground Beef with Olives & Cuban Spices); Curry Adobo Steak with Sofrito Sauce; Cuban Arroz Con Pollo; Tostones with Mojo Sauce (fried plantains with garlic, cumin, & lime); Cuban Black Beans with Rice, and Key Lime Tarts. With our meal we’ll enjoy a classic Mojito of Rum, Lime, Mint, and Club Soda.
15 May
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255

LUNCH AND LEARN – MAY 16

This special class will treat you to a lunch and lesson you will enjoy and remember for a long time. Come and join us to learn a Niçoise Salad in our DEMONSTRATION. This salad is made with wine-poached Salmon, Green Beans, Hard Boiled Egg, Baby Potatoes, Tomatoes and Parsley with a dressing of Olives, Parsley, Lemon Juice, Mustard and Honey, served with Garlicky Dill Rolls and Butter. Dessert will be Whipped Lemon Mascarpone Mousse.
16 May
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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