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January 2026
COOKING WITH INA~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
This class introduces some of Ina’s best recipes from her book “Go-To Dinners “. This will be a fun venture into Ina’s easily prepared, perfectly created and delicious recipes. We hope you can join us for a fun afternoon of cooking Ina food. Our lesson will be Tuscan White Bean Soup; Salmon Teriyaki & Broccolini; Lemon Linguine with Zucchini & Basil; Creamy Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Thyme; Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin over Seasoned Rice; Fettuccine Simmered in Milk with Mushroom Bolognese, and Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie.
CUPCAKE MAGIC
Cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion! They are a delicious, a perfect size treat, can be any flavor and are easy to eat! Come explore and learn to make these amazing treats decorated with a beautifully finished look! Our fun sweet class teaches how to use a piping bag and tips. The lesson includes Coconut Cupcakes with Toasted Coconut Frosting; Bourbon Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream & Bourbon Maple Glazed Bacon Sprinkles; Sicilian Cannoli Cupcakes; Mocha Cupcakes with Espresso Frosting and Chocolate Chards; The Valentine's Themed Cupcake Bouquet with Red Velvet Cupcakes and & Cream Cheese Frosting, and The Adorable Pink Champagne Cupcake Cake.
SOOTHING SOUPS AND BREADS~ CLASS IS FULL~
The best Soups are homemade, and techniques for Soup making are easily mastered. Come for a delicious, fun class where each soup is paired with complimentary bread. Our lesson is Greek Avgolemono Soup with homemade Pita Bread; Tuscan Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Knots; My Momma's Minestrone; French Onion Soup with Gruyere Toast Points; Enchilada Soup with homemade Tortilla Chips; Chicken and Dumpling Soup; Polish Fruit Dessert Soup (Zupa Owocowa) with Strawberries, Rhubarb and Sour Cherries.
LUNCH AND LEARN – JANUARY 23~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
A little adventure in authentic Italian cooking is in store at this lesson. You’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and a DEMONSTRATION. We hope you can join us for Pan seared Chicken Thighs with a Creamy Dijon Sauce, served with rustic Mushroom & Gruyere Tart. Dessert will be Jacques Pepin's Skillet Apple Charlotte (Apple Pie with English Crust).
SOURDOUGH SUCCESS~ CLASS IS FULL~
Learn the steps to successful Sourdough baking. This lesson will take you step-by-step through the process. We’ll begin with a discussion about making and using Sourdough starters. Each team will mix the bread, raise the dough, shape it, and bake it. Our lesson is Classic Sourdough Boule; Rustic Whole Wheat Sourdough; Kalamata Olive & Rosemary Sourdough; Cheddar Jalapeno Sourdough Loaf; Pull-Apart Everything Bagel Sourdough Loaf, and Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough.
THE ART OF BRUNCH
Brunch is a popular way to entertain, hosting a day-time party. Come learn to plan and create a delicious brunch menu. Our talented instructor will demonstrate presentations with impressive flair! This fun inspiring lesson includes: Elegant Bread Pocket Appetizer filled with Smoked Salmon, Cucumber Rolls, Chives & Sour Cream; Croque Madame Casserole; Caramelized Onion & Gruyere Tartlets; Ricotta Crepes with Homemade Maple Syrup; Molded Meatballs, Sauce & Cheese Nestled in Puff Pastry; Strawberries & Cream Twisted Toast, and Perfect Mini Sticky Buns.
TUSCAN IN WINTER~ CLASS IS FULL~
Explore wintertime cuisine from this enchanting region with a combination of ingredients and dishes connected to the region’s history, charm and traditional flavors. Vibrant winter Vegetables, Citrus and Legumes open the doors to rich, nourishing meals. Come enjoy a lesson of Tuscan foods and learn Potato, Onion & Mozzarella Flatbread Squares; Tuscan Roasted Red Pepper Soup; Tuscan Beef Stew with Chianti; Homemade Gnocchi in Sage and Butter Sauce; Tuscan Salad with Kale, Dates, Gorgonzola and Prosciutto in a Creamy Gorgonzola Dressing; Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and dessert of Chocolate Almond Olive Oil Cake.
February 2026
ART OF DESSERTS
Baking, as we know, is an art and a science that requires perfection of methods and techniques. This inspiring lesson will give you all the methods to create beautiful desserts. Come enjoy a great class and learn classic six layer Chocolate Opera Cake with Ganache filling; Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse Cake with Dark Chocolate Chards; Elegant Shortbread Wedges with Lemon & Lavender; Edible Glitter-dusted French Macarons; Vanilla Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cups; Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies with Whipped Caramel Frosting, and Puff Pastry Apple Rose Tarts.
KIDS MAKE VALENTINE COOKIES
If your child (aged eight and above) likes to bake, here is a fun class and opportunity for them to learn to bake cookies and celebrate Valentine’s Day! In class each child will make Heart Shaped Vanilla & Red Velvet Sugar Cookies and homemade Conversation Hearts. They will decorate their Cookies and Hearts with colored Icings, Stencils and Decorative Sprinkles.
VALENTINE COOKIES~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
We are gathering to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the sweetest, most delicious way - making Valentine Cookies! We will work in teams of two making, baking, and decorating Cookies that will become take home gifts! We will bake delicious soft Sugar Cookies, and use gel food coloring to make Royal Icing; pipe borders, write, make shapes, and flood each cookie with colors. Each person will design and decorate their own cookies! The class includes supplies of piping bags, tips, and a coupling to take home.
LUNCH AND LEARN – FEBRUARY 13~ CLASS IS FULL~
Here is a lesson with a lovely menu and DEMONSTRATION lesson. Enjoy a great lunch and all the secrets of creating Apple & Sage Brown Butter Pork Chops served with crispy, Buttery Garlic Potatoes. Dessert will be Nutella & Vanilla "Tuxedo" Panna Cotta with Tuxedo Chocolate Dipped Strawberry. We will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Champagne Spritzer!
VALENTINE COOKIES~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
We are gathering to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the sweetest, most delicious way - making Valentine Cookies! We will work in teams of two making, baking, and decorating Cookies that will become take home gifts! We will bake delicious soft Sugar Cookies and use gel food colorings to make Royal Icing; pipe borders, write, make shapes, and flood each cookie with colors. Each person will design and decorate their own cookies!
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