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February 2025

SAUSAGE MAKING~ CLASS IS FULL~

Making Sausage from scratch is not a casual thing. There are a number of steps to turning out wonderfully flavored, perfectly formed links and patties. Learn from an expert how to make Sausage on your own. Our lesson teaches how to make it from scratch beginning with grinding the meat, seasoning it, and stuffing it with casing. In our lesson we will make Italian Sausage, Chorizo, Breakfast Sausage and Chicken Apple Sausage. From these Sausages we will make Italian Sausage, Peppers & Onions on homemade Slider Rolls, Breakfast Sausage with Buttermilk Biscuits & Gravy, Sausage Stuffed Deep Fried Olives, Skillet cooked Pasta with Sausage, Basil & Mustard, and Chorizo & Spanish Rice Skillet.
Saturday Feb 22nd
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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TEMPTING THAI~ CLASS IS FULL~

Thai food is alluring. It is filled with so many wonderful flavors and made with fresh ingredients & spices resulting in flavors like no other cuisine. You can learn to put these components together to enjoy at home. It is in the knowing how. Come for a great lesson & learn to prepare Crispy Pork Thai Spring Rolls; Chicken Pad Thai; Seared Scallops with Thai Green Curry Sauce; Chicken, Shrimp & Snow Pea Wok Bowl; Marinated Thai Beef with Dipping Sauce; Shrimp Roll Bowl with Garlic Sauce; Green Tea Ice Cream with Jasmine Shortbread. And as a bonus, enjoy a demonstration of Decorative Veggie Garnishes.
Monday Feb 24th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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LUNCH AND LEARN – FEBRUARY 28~ CLASS IS FULL~

Now is a wonderful time to treat yourself to an amazing lunch and lesson! Come on in and we will cook you lunch & serve it while you enjoy a DEMONSTRATION of grilled Southwest Cowboy Ribeye with sauteed Garlicky Jumbo Shrimp, served with homemade Sourdough Baguette and Chick Pea Salad. Dessert will be Apple-Berry Pie a la Mode.
Friday Feb 28th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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March 2025

KIDS AND PARENTS COOK DINNER

If your child is interested in helping in the kitchen, this class could be perfect for teaching new skills & recipes. With kids eight or older, you can be partners and cook the recipe of your choice. We will prepare it all then enjoy a meal at the end of class! Come have fun and learn Loaded Pizza-Pasta Casserole; 30 Minute Mexican Enchiladas; Best Ever Meatloaf; Hawaiian " Dogs" with Mango Mustard & Pineapple Relish on Hawaiian Rolls; Potato Chip Crusted Chicken over Homemade Mashed Potatoes and Gravy; Cheesy Meatball Bombs in a Buttery Biscuit Roll, and decadent Carrot Cake Cupcakes. Pricing is for 2.
Saturday Mar 1st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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$195.00

ITALIAN COCKTAIL PARTY~ CLASS IS FULL~

We are taking one of our favorite cuisines and creating an irresistible array of cocktail party bites. Join this fun class & learn a stunning new menu for your gatherings. Your guests will love and praise you as they nibble their way through this buffet. Our lesson is a trio of Bruschetta: Mushroom Duxelles, Traditional & Ricotta, Fig & Prosciutto; Citrus & Radicchio Salad with Dates & Smoked Almonds; Antipasto Squares with Italian Cannellini Bean "Hummus"; homemade Mozzarella Balls drizzled with Herbed Olive Oil; homemade Italian Meatballs in Parmesan Cups (Frigo); toasted Ravioli with sweet & spicy Dipping Sauce. Dessert will be Italian Carnivale Donut Holes (Zeppole). We will enjoy our Italian party foods with an Aperol Spritz Cocktail.
Monday Mar 3rd
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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LUNCH AND LEARN – MARCH 7

This fun lesson is delicious & easy to prepare as you will see in this DEMONSTRATION. Enjoy a great lunch and you will not have to lift a finger! Our lesson is Barbecue Shrimp Po-Boys Sliders served with tri-colored Cole Slaw. Dessert will be Moist Spice Cake, glazed & topped with Cream Cheese Frosting.
Friday Mar 7th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$50.00

TAMALES~ CLASS IS FULL~

Tamales are great food for many occasions. In this class you will discover how flavorful they can be and how easy they are to prepare. Join this great lesson so you can make them for dinner any night you want. Our lesson is Salmon Tamales; Rojos De Pollo Tamales (Red Chili Chicken Tamales); Green Corn Tamales; Pulled-Pork Tamales; Blue Corn Tamales; Guacamole Salsa, and Chocolate Dessert Tamales.
Saturday Mar 8th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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SPECTACULAR SALADS~ CLASS IS FULL~

Salads are spectacular when they are made with lots of extras. Do not miss the chance to discover how magical these recipes will be for you! Come to learn Ultimate Asian Bang Bang Shrimp with Snow Peas; The Famous Cowboy Stetson Chopped Salad with Grilled Corn, Pepitas & Cous Cous; Steakhouse Chopped Salad with Bacon & Blue Cheese Dressing; Buffalo Grilled Chicken, Cucumber, Radish & Tomato Salad; My Momma's Famous Spinach Salad; Sweet & Tangy Party Chick Pea Salad with Boozy Tart Cherries, and Cherry Waldorf Dessert Salad.
Monday Mar 10th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
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PASTA PARTY INTERNATIONAL~ CLASS IS FULL~

We are going to make the most amazing variety of Pastas and have a party while doing it! If you have ever wanted to make Pasta from scratch, here is the opportunity! Come for an International menu of Greek Shrimp & Orzo; Homemade Fettuccine with Bolognese Sauce; German Spaetzle in a Buttery Cheese Sauce; Argentinean Lasagna with Sausage & Beef; Thai Chicken Pasta; Swedish Meatballs over Homemade Pappardelle, and My Momma's Potato Gnocchi in Alfredo Sauce.
Monday Mar 31st
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
April 2025
loaded Surf-and-Turf-inspired Cobb Salad with smoky grilled Shrimp, Corn, and Steak atop Romaine, Eggs, Avocado, and Cheddar Cheese

LUNCH AND LEARN – APRIL 4

Treat yourself to lunch served to you as you watch a DEMONSTRATION lesson. You could invite a friend to share the experience! Come indulge and enjoy this loaded Surf-and-Turf-inspired Cobb Salad with smoky grilled Shrimp, Corn, and Steak atop Romaine, Eggs, Avocado, and Cheddar Cheese. It will be served with Homemade Crackers. Dessert is Peach Cobbler with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.
Friday Apr 4th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$50.00
Italian Wedding Soup with Best Ever Garlic Bread

SECRETS OF THE ITALIAN MAMAS~ CLASS IS FULL~

Great Italian dishes often are made with special knowledge of Italian Mamas. Their secrets are not written down but are shared. Their knowledge provides the basis of creating many Italian flavors we love so much! Come learn from the secrets (with the help of the instructor’s real Italian Mama) of Italian Mamas. Our lesson is Brown Butter Garlicky Pan Fried Gnocchi; Italian Wedding Soup with Best Ever Garlic Bread; Eggplant Parmesana; authentic Braciole (Rolled & Stuffed Flank Steak in Tomato Sauce); Insalata Fregola (Pasta Salad and Homemade Spaghettini); and Bolognese with Meatballs. Dessert will be Italian Torta (Cake) made with Pine Nuts.
Saturday Apr 5th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
Sliced Steak Crostini with Homemade Horseradish Ricotta

GARDEN PARTY DELIGHTS

This class offers the chance to create a party for your girlfriends with a menu you’ll love for it’s flavors and simplicity and your guests will love for the amazing and satisfying flavors! Join in to learn Avocado and White Bean Dip with Crudité and Homemade Crackers; Fun & Fancy Square Deviled Eggs; Sliced Steak Crostini with Homemade Horseradish Ricotta; Sugar Snap Pea Salad with Prosciutto; Spring Asparagus Tart, and Broccoli & Four Cheese Casserole. Dessert will be Chocolate Gelato.
Monday Apr 7th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00
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