Lisa Brisch Class Schedule
NEW Fundamentals of Cooking Starts April 7!
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Essence of Cooking
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March 2026
KIDS AND PARENTS COOK PIZZA AND PASTA~ CLASS IS FULL~
This class offers a lesson everyone can get excited about! Come with your child (aged 8 or above) to be a team and learn to make these favorite foods! These recipes provide lots of choices for delicious family meals. Join us for Cheeseburger Pizza; Turkey Pesto Meatballs and Orecchiette; Malaysian Chicken Pizza; Fettuccine Alfredo; Bacon, Ranch, and Chicken Mac and Cheese; Pineapple and Bacon French Bread Pizza, and Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti. Priced for 2
ESSENCE OF COOKING – WK 10 MARCH 10Part 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. The lessons this week: Desserts & Pastries. 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.
PLANT BASED MAGIC~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
A diet based on healthy fresh foods is an easily enjoyable and rewarding way of eating. This class introduces new and delicious combinations of Vegetables, Legumes, Fruits, Seeds and Nuts. It’s a style of eating which is easy to embrace. Come learn and enjoy this lesson of crispy Coconut, Asparagus and Green Bean Salad; creamy Artichoke and Charred Scallion Pasta; Swiss Chard Enchiladas; Grilled Cabbage Salad; creamy White Beans with Herb Oil; Cauliflower Steaks with Green Harissa, and Vegan Trail Mix Cookies.
LUNCH AND LEARN – MARCH 13~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
Here is a great menu to learn while you sit back and enjoy a DEMONSTRATION of how to prepare it. We hope you can join us for this great combination of Shrimp Étouffée over Rice served with Roasted Carrots. Dessert will be Café au Lait Pots de Crème.
KNIFE SKILLS~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
Knowing how to use your knives is one of the most important skills for any cook. This hands-on class provides each student with an array of Vegetables and Fruits for practice to cut, chop, slice, and dice. The instructor will lead you through how to gain skills using chef and pairing knives. Come for this valuable class where we will also prepare Lemony Orzo Salad with Chicken and Sautéed Vegetables.
ESSENCE OF COOKING – WK 11 MARCH 17Part 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. The lessons this week: Hors d'oeuvres. 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.
MEDITERRANEAN APPETIZERS~ CLASS IS FULL~
Healthy, delicious finger foods! What a great concept for entertaining. Our lesson introduces an array of light, fresh contemporary appetizers you can have fun making & your guests will love eating! Come for a delicious and inspiring lesson on Seeded Crackers with Smoked Paprika and Olive Oil; Garlic Confit Parmesan Dipping Oil; Grilled Beef Kebabs with Lemon and Rosemary Marinade; Three-Cheese Potato Frico (Crispy Cheesy Potato Pancake); Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings in Tomato Sauce (Palline al Verde); Grill-Roasted Sweet and Sour Peppers with Feta and Herbs, and Spiced Carrot, Sweet Potato and Spinach Frittata
SOUTHWEST THE BEAUTIFUL~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
Southwest cuisine offers an adventure in cooking using a combination of foods to incorporate dynamic flavors to achieve delicious dramatic results. In this lesson you’ll learn about Chilies, their flavors and heat levels and how they are used with an array of fresh local ingredients. Come for a fun afternoon of cooking to learn Chicken Fideos Soup; Green Chili and Corn Quesadillas; Chicken Chili Verde Tacos; Tacos al Pastor; Diablo Shrimp; Green Chile Mac and Cheese with Bacon and Zucchini, and Churro Popovers with Ancho Chocolate Sauce. We will enjoy a Paloma cocktail (Tequila and Fresh Grapefruit) with the meal.
ESSENCE OF COOKING – WK 12 MARCH 24Part 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. The lessons this week: Graduation on Dinner. 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.
WEEKNIGHT WORLD CUISINE – KOREAN
Plan an easy international meal for your family. This fun lesson teaches basics about Korean cuisine, putting it into the context of easy dinner prep. Join us for our lesson of Tofu and Kimchi Soup; Miso Rice Cakes (Tteok) with Spinach and Peas; Rice Balls with Seasoned Beef (Jumbuk Bap); Spicy Stir-Fried Pork; Stir-Fried Noodles with Mushrooms and Spinach (Chap Chae); Korean Corn Cheese (Creamy, Cheesy Corn with Gochujang), and Hotteok (Pancakes filled with Sweet, Spiced Chopped Nuts).
EASTER BRUNCH
An Easter brunch gives you the opportunity to offer a beautiful menu and guaranteed crowd pleasing meal. Our lesson teaches how to organize your preparation so you have time to spend with your guests. Enjoy a lovely meal you can practice here with us. Our lesson is Asparagus Salad with Radishes, Pecorino Romano, and Croutons; Bacon Maple Waffles; Gruyère and Ham Baked Omelet & Sausage Links with Apricot-Mustard Glaze; Homemade English Muffins; Spinach Soufflé; Cheesy Potato Cups, and Glazed Maple-Pecan Oatmeal Scones.
April 2026
FISH FOR ALL
Learn to cook Fish so you can prepare and enjoy it at any time. This lesson teaches cooking methods that work best for each Fish we prepare. This class will make you comfortable purchasing, storing, timing the cooking, removing skin, and creating Sauces to complement the flavor. Come for a fun, dynamic session and learn to cook this line up! Our lesson is slow-roasted Salmon with Feta and Cucumber; pan-seared Cod with Herb Butter Sauce; Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chutney; Almond Crusted Fish with Asian BBQ Sauce; Orzo Risotto with Seared Scallops and Tomatoes; Snapper en Papillote, and Tomato-Poached Flounder with Chile Oil and Herbs.
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