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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!
SOURDOUGH SUCCESS~ CLASS IS FULL~
Learn the steps to successful Sourdough creation in this informative class. We will begin by making Sourdough starters, creating it for our recipes; then develop and bake the dough with a variety of flavors. Come learn the steps to successful Sourdough so you can do it for yourself. Our lesson is Honey Oat Sourdough Loaf; Cheddar Chile Sourdough Boule; Salted Sourdough Baguette; Piadini (Italian Flatbread Rounds); Caprese Sourdough with Pesto, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Basil; Baklava Sourdough Focaccia, and Sourdough Ham and Cheese Bread Flowers.
KIDS AND PARENTS COOK SNACKS AND CHARCUTERIE
Hey Moms and Dads, here is a class to share with your child (aged eight or above) where you will learn an array of easy snack foods with presentations that use “boards” to create the theme. Plan a morning together and be part of this fun class. We will make The Circus Board: Pepperoni & Cheese Pin Wheels; Veggie "Train Cars" of Crudités with homemade Ranch Dressing, and homemade Animal Crackers. You may choose to prepare the Appetizer Board: Dilly Deviled Eggs; Salami and Potato Roses; Hot, Salty Crackers with Brie, and Mediterranean Spinach and Cheese Crisps. Priced for 2
COOKING WITH INA GARTEN~ CLASS IS FULL~
We are focusing on one of our favorite cookbook authors and her delicious, easy to make recipes. We’re using Ina’s book “Cooking for Jeffrey” and an array of recipes from it that we are going to love. Come for a fun and delicious Ina experience and Camembert & Prosciutto Tartines; Roasted Butternut Squash & Ricotta Bruschetta; 16 Bean Pasta e Fagioli Soup; Maple Roasted Carrot Salad; Italian Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Polenta; Cider Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Plum Chutney, and Raspberry Rhubarb Crostata with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.
SAUSAGE START TO FINISH
Have you ever wanted to learn to make your own sausage? Here is an opportunity to gain experience from a pro on how to make it, going through each step of the process. Come for a fun class and great learning experience to make homemade Italian Sausage; homemade Mexican Chorizo; homemade Breakfast Sausage; Italian Sausage with Peppers & Onion; Chorizo over Spanish Rice; Rigatoni & Sausage in a Skillet, and Baklava "Sausage Roll" Dessert.
March 2026
HERB GARDEN COOKING~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
Using fresh herbs in your cooking leads to adding a layer of fresh flavors and dimension to the foods you cook. We’ll explore the culinary herbs and their best uses in this great class. Join us to learn Beautiful "Stained Glass" Herbed Potato Slices; Lemon Basil Ricotta Crostini; Flat Iron Steak with Chimichurri Sauce; Grilled Shrimp with Four Herb Gremolata; warm Couscous Salad with Salmon, Mustard and Dill; Herb-Crusted Chicken in Lemon Butter Sauce with Herbed Rice Pilaf, and dessert of Lemon Thyme Shortbread.
LUNCH AND LEARN – MARCH 6
Here is a lesson on a classic American favorite. Enjoy lunch and a DEMONSTRATION of these dishes we love so much. Come learn to make this wonderful meal for yourself. Our lesson is French Dip Sandwich on Brioche Bun, au Jus, served with Garlicky Crispy French Fries. Dessert will be The Original Woolworth Mile High Cheesecake.
FOODS OF SOUTHERN ITALY~ CLASS IS FULL~
The foods from this part of Italy are unique to the region and embrace the local ingredients in delicious and vibrant recipes. Learn about the ingredients used for these uniquely southern Italian specialties. This delicious lesson includes Eggplant Caponata Crostoni; Amalfi Coast Calamari with Dill Dipping Sauce; Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina; Calabrian Spicy Shrimp; Chicken Cacciatore over Buttery Rice; The Original Fettuccine Alfredo, and Italian Ricotta Crumble Cake.
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