PARISIAN PRIMER

Understanding French Cuisine can make you a better cook by providing knowledge of cooking principals that guide your cooking choices. It emphasizes fundamental skills which are universal techniques and can be applied to any cultural specialty. Understanding how and why these methods work allows you to adapt them to any ingredient or flavor profile. Come for a valuable lesson and learn to prepare Ham, Gruyère and Asparagus Tartines; Green Bean Salad Amandine; Steak au Poivre with Brandied Cream Sauce; Roasted Chicken Breasts with Grapes and Sherry Vinegar; Pascadous (Savory Pancakes with Swiss Chard or Spinach, Garlic and White Wine); Roasted Potato Salad with Mustard-Walnut Vinaigrette, and dessert of Lemon-Olive Oil Tart.