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January 2026

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.
Monday Jan 26th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00
Red Beans, Rice and Sausage Gumbo

BEST OF NEW ORLEANS~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

One of the most stunning annual culinary celebrations will soon be upon us! Our lesson introduces classic Fat Tuesday foods so loved and enjoyed this time of year. Come have a party with us and add these specialties you your cooking repertoire. Our lessons are Shrimp Etouffee; Creole Garlic Butter basted Chicken Wings; Crab Hushpuppies; Red Beans, Rice and Sausage Gumbo; Chicken and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya, and Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding. We’ll enjoy the meal with Hurricane Punch.
Tuesday Jan 27th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

ESSENCE OF COOKING – WK 4 JANUARY 27Part of a Series

If you’ve ever wanted to be a good home cook, this 12-week series is meant for you! We teach everything A to Z about cooking; each week you are introduced to a new subject which will be cooked by the group. The series includes lectures, demonstrations, hands-on learning and a meal of the foods prepared each week. If you are a beginner, come be part of a group, learning the basics of cooking together. Tonight's lessons addreses: Sautéing & Braising. Give yourself the freedom to eat the way you want for your enjoyment or health. Enjoy foods made with no preservatives and prepared from scratch. You’ll come away with new knowledge, skills and 12 weeks of fun experiences.
Tuesday Jan 27th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
Air fryer Cajun Shrimp dinner with Peppers, Onions, and Turkey Kielbasa

AIR FRY EVERYTHING~ CLASS IS FULL~

An air fryer is your best cooking tool when you learn how to use it to cook almost any recipe. With a little guidance and direction from our chef, you will become a believer in its’ versatility. Come be inspired and learn how your air-fryer can help with your daily cooking! Our lesson is Air fryer Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli; Air fryer New York Steak Bites with Garlic Butter; Air fryer Cajun Shrimp dinner with Peppers, Onions, and Turkey Kielbasa; Air fryer Chicken Fajitas; Juicy air fryer Meatballs, and Air-fryer Puff Pastry Raspberry Cream Cheese Danishes.
Wednesday Jan 28th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Roasted Beets with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

MEDITERRANEAN EASE

In this class you will learn to embrace the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, using herbs, fresh veggies, fruits, legumes, nuts and seeds as staples to the dishes we will make. The combinations of food are light, flavorful and completely satisfying! These are recipes to use again. Join us for a fun and inspiring lesson of Roasted Beets with Lemon-Tahini Dressing; Greek Bread Salad; Chicken en Cocotte with Cherry Tomatoes and Green Olives (Slow Cooked Chicken Breasts in a Covered Pot); Greek Beef Kebabs; Lentil, Tuna, and Roasted Pepper Salad; Sweet and Sour Cauliflower with Golden Raisins, and dessert of Ricotta Semolina Cake with Caramelized Apples.
Thursday Jan 29th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$105.00
Cinnamon Rolls from scratch with Vanilla Icing

YEAST BREAD MAGIC~ CLASS IS FULL~

In this bread making lesson, we will learn all the steps to bread making; and will gain an understanding of how to use and work with yeast. Come for a fun lesson in breads to make Homemade English Muffins with Butter & Jam; fresh made Herb Dinner Rolls; Cinnamon Rolls from scratch with Vanilla Icing; Focaccia with Olives, Parmesan, & fresh Rosemary; Pizza Dough (with fresh made Marinara, Caramelized Onion, & Fontina Cheese toppings); Parmesan & Butter Pull-apart Bread, and Garlic Naan.
Thursday Jan 29th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Linda Martin
$105.00
Buttermilk Banana Pudding with Salted Peanuts.

LUNCH AND LEARN – JANUARY 30

Come join us for lunch and a lesson that will teach you a fun menu; one you could use for entertaining. This lesson of foods DEMONSTRATES crispy Gnocchi with Sausage and Broccoli, served with Green Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette. Dessert will be Buttermilk Banana Pudding with Salted Peanuts.
Friday Jan 30th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$50.00
grilled Radicchio Salad with Blue Cheese & Peppered Almonds, served with Sauvignon Blanc

GOURMET COUPLES – JANUARY 30~ CLASS IS FULL~

Invite your partner to share a special evening and enjoy a culinary experience working with a group of couples to prepare a three-course gourmet meal. You’ll learn valuable cooking techniques and enjoy a delicious menu which will be served with a sampling of wines. Come join the fun and be part of creating Spicy Homemade Meatball Amuse with freshly made Marinara & shaved Pecorino Romano Cheese and grilled Radicchio Salad with Blue Cheese & Peppered Almonds, served with Sauvignon Blanc. The entrée will be char grilled New York Steak with Cognac-Green Peppercorn Sauce; creamy fresh Herb Polenta; sautéed Carrots & Zucchini with White Wine, Lemon, & Fresh Mint and grilled Tri-Color Peppers with Caper Vinaigrette, served with Cabernet Sauvignon . Dessert will be Deconstructed Apple Pie with fresh made Ice Cream & Salted Caramel. Priced per couple
Friday Jan 30th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Linda Martin
$220.00
White Chocolate Hazelnut Macarons

MACARONS~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

These beautiful little cookies are best understood with a lesson of the step-by-step process in making them. This lesson offers a lovely array of flavors and includes a demonstration of how to decorate them with a beautiful professional look. Come for a fun and inspiring class to learn White Chocolate Hazelnut Macarons; S'mores Macarons; Salted Caramel Macarons; Key Lime Pie Macarons, and Orange Creamsicle Macarons.
Saturday Jan 31st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$105.00
Tuscan Roasted Red Pepper Soup

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.
Saturday Jan 31st
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00
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