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November 2025
Chouquettes (French Pastry Sugar Puffs)

FRENCH PASTRIES

French Pastries are incredible little baked treasures, made with layers of light pastry, with custards or fruit fillings. In this class we’ll learn French baking methods to achieve an understanding of how each beautiful, delicate Pastry is made. Learn the French classics including: Chocolate Orange Madeleines (Cake Shell Shaped Cookies); Cookie Croissant (Puff Pastry Croissants baked with Cookie Dough); Chocolate Hazelnut Flourless Cakes; Chouquettes (French Pastry Sugar Puffs); Crepes Suzette; Raspberry Souffles, and Torsades au Chocolat (Pastry Twists filled with Vanilla Custard and Chocolate Chips).
Saturday Nov 1st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$105.00
Shrimp Scampi Pesto Pizza

FLAVORS OF THE ITALIAN RIVIERA

The Italian Riviera is known for fish delicacies, along with Focaccia, fresh Vegetables, Pasta, and Olive Oils. Typically, Ligurian-style fish are baked or grilled and served with locally produced olive oils and lemon. There is vibrancy to the foods cooked here. Come experience the culinary magic from this beautiful Mediterranean paradise. Our lesson is Chicken Piccata Meatballs; Shrimp Scampi Pesto Pizza; Bucatini with Pesto Bianco; Lasagna Pockets over Butter & Parmesan; Homemade Panzotti (Ravioli-like Pasta) in a Rich Walnut Sauce; Chicken Parmesan, and Crema Pasticerra & Whipped Cream Filled Puff Pastry.
Saturday Nov 1st
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00
Figulata (Sour Dough stacks stuffed with Cheese & Pepperoni)

SOURDOUGH STARS

Learning to make Sourdough bread is an experience like no other. In this class we’ll learn it all, beginning with the Sourdough starter. From there, we’ll knead and proof our way through Sourdough varieties including Sourdough Cheesesteak "Hand Helds"; Figulata (Sour Dough stacks stuffed with Cheese & Pepperoni); Sourdough Garlic Bread; Boozy Cherry & Walnut Sourdough Boule; Polish Ciabatta with Caprese Platter; Sourdough "Discard" Cinnamon Swirl Bread, and Sourdough Baguette "Epi-Style".
Monday Nov 3rd
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
Crepes filled with Turkey and drizzled with Tarragon White Wine Sauce

BRUNCH BEAUTIES

Brunch is a welcome way to gather your friends and family for a daytime party. This menu of breakfast & lunch themed foods provides variety with crowd-pleasing recipes. Come learn, from our talented chef, how to prepare then create an astonishingly beautiful buffet. Our lesson is Whole Grain, Feta Cheese & Eggs Florentine Cups with easy Herbed Hollandaise; Sweet and Spicy Million-Dollar Bacon; Crepes filled with Turkey and drizzled with Tarragon White Wine Sauce; Prosciutto Egg Cups with Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese; Strawberry Balsamic Green Salad, Feta & toasted Walnuts, and Blueberry Streusel Coffee Cake. Brunch will be served with Cranberry Morning Margaritas.
Tuesday Nov 4th
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 INTERMEDIATE WK4Part of a Series

If you have experience as a cook and want to learn more about the finer points of cooking, or have taken our Essence of Cooking Series, this class is your next step in developing your cooking skills! Come for this Six Week series to cook and learn! Our lessons will be:
  • Week 4 – Bowls & Stir-Fries – Mastering wok cooking, gaining an understanding of Asian fresh ingredients, Spices, and Sauces. Using the combinations of “bowl food” choices to make complete meals in one dish.
Tuesday Nov 4th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
Classic Vichyssoise

FRENCH CLASSICS

This fun lesson teaches classic French cuisine using recipes that have been handed down for centuries. Come for a true classic cooking lesson. Our menu is Baked Raspberry Brie Cups with Brown Sugar and Dijon Crust; Classic Vichyssoise; French Onion Braised Chicken Breast; Herbed French Lentil Salad; With Carrots, Goat Cheese, And Pistachios, Beef Burgundy, and Pommes Anna. Dessert will be Cream Puffs with Chocolate Drizzle.
Wednesday Nov 5th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Whole Sous Vide Cauliflower

SOUS VIDE IT

Sous Vide, a popular cooking method for restaurants, has gained tremendous popularity with home cooks. This water bath method of cooking achieves maximum flavor with each food cooked. Learn how it’s done & how flavors are enhanced. Our lesson is Starbucks-Style Egg Bites; Dill-Pickled Deviled Eggs; Jerk Pork Tenderloin with Arugula and Pineapple Salad; Waldorf Chicken Salad; Pomegranate-Balsamic Glazed Salmon; Whole Sous Vide Cauliflower, and Pumpkin Pie in a Jar.
Thursday Nov 6th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$105.00
Cranberry-Brie Tarts with Pecans & Fresh Rosemary

HOLIDAY COCKTAIL PARTY

For your holiday party this year, this menu will show off your talents and WOW your guests! Come learn an impressive array of finger foods and create a spectacular party! Our lesson is Shrimp Tempura Wasabi Deviled Eggs; Vodka-Tomato Soup Shots with Arugula Pesto; Olive Tapenade on Grilled Crostini; Herb Roasted Salmon Bites with Martini Aioli; Cranberry-Brie Tarts with Pecans & Fresh Rosemary; Smoked Gouda & Pear Panini Bites, and Mini Pecan Tarts with Bourbon Whipped Cream. We will enjoy a Champagne Ginger Sparkler with our tasty morsels.
Thursday Nov 6th
6:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Linda Martin
$105.00
Salmon Pepperonata with Tomato, Bell Pepper, Onion Sauce, Capers & Basil

LUNCH AND LEARN – NOVEMBER 7

Treat yourself to lunch with a delicious menu. Learn through our DEMONSTRATION how to make these recipes your own. Our menu is Salmon Pepperonata with Tomato, Bell Pepper, Onion Sauce, Capers & Basil; served with Antipasto Salad of Zucchini, Cauliflower, Salami, Olives, Fresh Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes. Dessert will be Chocolate Pretzel Shortbread.
Friday Nov 7th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$50.00
Salad of Walnut Crusted warm Goat Cheese on Baby Greens with crispy Bacon & Champagne Vinaigrette, served with Sparkling Wine

GOURMET COUPLES – NOVEMBER 7

Here is a chance to learn a fabulous three course dinner in one evening! Invite your partner to come and share a fun and lively cooking experience. Each couple will make the recipe of their choice. We will serve the meal with a sampling of wines. Join us for Sage & Gorgonzola Cheese Gougères Amuse and Salad of Walnut Crusted warm Goat Cheese on Baby Greens with crispy Bacon & Champagne Vinaigrette, served with Sparkling Wine. The entrée will be Slow Braised Chicken Coq Au Vin with Mushrooms, Shallots & Red Wine; grilled fresh Broccoli; Provencal Style crispy Roasted Potatoes with Garlic & Lemon, and Cast-Iron Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts, served with Pinot Noir. Dessert will be fresh Pear & Apple Rustic Tart with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream & Apple Cider Caramel Sauce. Priced per couple.
Friday Nov 7th
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Linda Martin
$195.00
Nachos Supreme

KIDS COOK PARTY FOODS

If you are age 8 or above and like to cook, this class teaches recipes you can have a ton of fun making for your friends and family. Sign up and learn The Crunchy Munchy Salad with Shredded Chicken & Smoked Almonds; Nachos Supreme; Crispy Honey Butter Chicken Bites; Cheddar Bay Cheesy Biscuits; Pizza Bites Monkey Bread; Meatballs in Edible Cheese Bowls, and Butterscotch Caramel Peach Cobbler with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.
Saturday Nov 8th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Jan D'Atri
$105.00
Grilled Steak Banh Mi

VIETNAMESE TABLE

Foods of this cuisine are rich in flavor and diversity. Our lesson introduces some of the favorite dishes found in restaurants with easy-to-do at home recipes. Come for a fun and enlightening afternoon to learn these Vietnamese style dishes. Our lessons are Summer Roll Noodle Salad; Caramel Cauliflower with Shiitake Mushrooms; Grilled Steak Banh Mi; Meatball Lettuce Wraps; Salt and Pepper Shrimp Rice Noodle Bowl; Fried Rice, and Honeycomb Cake.
Saturday Nov 8th
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
  • Lisa Brisch
$105.00
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