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HOLIDAY COOKIES

*NEW* 12-Week Essence of Cooking Starts January 5!

November 2026

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MAD HATTER TEA PARTY
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
We don’t know if the March Hare and Mad Hatter will be here for this tea party, but we hope you will be! Join us for an afternoon where nothing is ordinary — a whimsical tea party inspired by Wonderland itself. Expect playful flavors, charming treats, and a touch of delightful madness. Our menu will be Savory Lox Dip a , ...
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MAKE YOUR GRILL YOUR FRIEND
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Your grill is your easiest tool to cook anything in a quick and flavorful way. Learn the fine points of grilling from choosing cuts of meat to making rubs, marinades, and sauces to accompany. We will gain an understanding of temperatures, placement, and cooking time for a variety of foods we love on the grill. Our less , ...
ESSENCE INTERMEDIATE WK 5
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$630.00
Week 5: WORLD COMFORT FOODS – No-Fry Neapolitan Eggplant Parmesan (Parmigiana di Melanzane); Japanese Curry Rice with Chicken; Cacio e Pepe; Coq Au Vin; Chilaquiles with Salsa Roja and Chorizo; Falafel, and Cold-Oven Crème Brûlée. , ...
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SOUP FOR DINNER
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Not much is as comforting and satisfying as soup. Make it the main event for dinner and you have a meal everyone will love! Steaming with endless choices of flavors at this time of year is perfect for this cozy seasonal meal in a bowl! Enjoy a lesson of Brie Mushroom Soup; Chicken Almond Mole; Creamy Shrimp & Corn , ...
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FRENCH BASICS
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
This French cooking class is the kind of experience that transforms a cook who is used to following recipes into a confident, intuitive cook. Skills taught in this class are foundational and include knife skills, sauté, building flavors using herbs, butter, wine, & seasonings. This class shows how French techniques , ...
THE HOLIDAY COCKTAIL PARTY
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Here is the class that will give you all the planning, cooking skills, and entertaining tips to have an impressive, elegant holiday party. A menu of small bites with savory appetizers with holiday flair and easy to eat finger foods will make you the hostess everyone will admire. This class will show you how to plan the , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
In our one-hour DEMONSTRATION class you will be treated to an easy and useful class that has a complete menu for entertaining through the holidays. Enjoy an impressive lunch, then take the recipes home and use them how it works best for you! Our lesson will be Baked Chicken Breast stuffed with Brie and Cranberry Sauce , ...
GOURMET COUPLES
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$220.00
Plan a fun evening with your partner and make it special with a cooking class! This evening will be spent working with a group of couples preparing a three-course gourmet menu where each couple is part of producing the meal. Choose what you would like to do and watch it all come together as you learn new cooking techni , ...
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FRENCH PASTRIES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
In this class we will learn about fundamental French doughs and batters. The methods of making creams, fillings and textures for custards and creams are next; pastry relies on them as fillings and sauces. Learning to build and assemble pastries is the last piece of the puzzle. This menu is how we will learn these princ , ...
AMAZING HOLIDAY BRUNCH
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
One wonderful way to have an impressive party is to invite your guests to brunch! A daytime party is a terrific way for people to avoid nighttime driving and celebrate the holidays with an impressive menu with its combination of beautiful, delicious food! This lesson will show you how to plan your time, your menu and t , ...
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BEEF WELLINGTON DINNER PARTY
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
You can be the host who confidently presents a show stopping meal of restaurant quality. This dish is the kind that makes guests ask if you really made it! Beef Wellington makes a statement and with the skills learned in this lesson, it is the dish you can create when you have a special anniversary, dinner, or holiday. , ...
JADE PALACE CUISINE
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
We are excited to welcome Hugh back to Sweet Basil for a hands-on class of his popular and much loved cuisine. He will teach SOME of his secrets so you can learn how his amazing flavors are made. Join us for an adventure in Chinese cooking to learn Bean Sauce, Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Black Bean Sauce; Mongolian Beef , ...
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AIR FRY FAVES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
In this class you can take advantage of the remarkable things an air fryer can do. It can cook everything you love with a practical tool that makes meals lighter, and crispier with less mess over conventional cooking. Come let us show you how air fry cooking is fun and how successful results will be! Our great lesson w , ...
ESSENCE INTERMEDIATE WK 6
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$630.00
Week 6: MYSTERY BASKET COOKING CHALLENGE – Each team receives a covered basket containing 10 to 15 unexpected ingredients. They have 120 minutes to prep, cook, and plate. In addition to the mystery basket, participants can use a curated selection of staple items (spices, oils, eggs, flour, etc.). , ...
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SEXY SIDES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
This class promises a few wonderful things! First, it will be fun and delicious; it has bold flavors, gorgeous presentations, and exciting combos that compete to steal the show of the entrée. Learn these irresistible dishes that create memorable evenings! Our dynamic lesson is Truffle Macaroni and Cheese with Gorgonzol , ...
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FONDUE AND RACLETTE
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
This playful and creative combo creates a way for people to gather and share a meal while relaxing and having fun. Each person makes a meal for themselves – one bite at a time! This class teaches how to cook fondue using a variety of foods, then finish with a variety of dips; and cook raclette by grilling cheese, , ...
ART OF SAUCE MAKING
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
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LUNCH AND LEARN
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Treat yourself to a lunch you’ll remember for a very long time. Our DEMONSTATION teaches this amazing combination – perfect for holiday entertaining. Our menu is Parmesan crusted grilled New York Steak, served with oven roasted Herbed Baby Potatoes & Carrots. Dessert will be warm chocolate-raspberry cakes with ras , ...
GOURMET COUPLES
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$220.00
Here is a special class made for couples who enjoy great food! Our lesson pairs you and your partner as a team cooking the part of the menu you want to create. This meal is a three-course gourmet combination served with a sampling of wine. Join us for a fun evening as we create Bake Brie Amuse with Cherries & Fresh , ...
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A SOUTHWEST THANKSGIVING
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Want something a little different for your Thanksgiving holiday celebration? Why not bring local flavor to the traditional foods we enjoy each holiday? This “Southwest Spiced Up” menu brings the best of Southwest flavors to the Thanksgiving table. Come have fun and learn Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Chip Appetizer; Silky Pum , ...
DESSERTS FOR EVERY OCCASION
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
So many occasions call for a special dessert to provide a beautiful finish to a meal with a celebratory conclusion. This fun class offers a dessert selection to match occasions from simple family dinners to parties, holidays, and special celebrations. Learn to make these recipes for your special occasions! Our lesson i , ...
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CUISINE OF THE AMALFI COAST
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
This bright, fresh, coastal style of Italian cooking feels elegant, delicious, and relaxed. What could be better? The lesson uses simple, local ingredients to create fresh, vibrant flavors with sunny Mediterranean roots. Come for a fun, delicious lesson from this sun-drenched land as we learn to prepare Fried Calamari , ...
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ART OF THE COCKTAIL PARTY
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Would you like to have a holiday party where you and your friends can enjoy a great evening, but need a lesson on how to get it all right? This class will teach timing, make ahead ideas, presentation tips, with a menu that is generous but not overwhelming. Learn to entertain with confidence as you take this class. Our , ...
THANKSGIVING PIES
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$105.00
Making your Thanksgiving pie should be a fun, festive, stress-free experience! With flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through the air, this class will teach you flaky pie crusts; lattice weaving; blind baking, baking ahead and keeping pies fresh until time to serve! Come have fun and tell us when you make your res , ...
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THANKSGIVING PIES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Making your Thanksgiving pie should be a fun, festive, stress-free experience! With flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through the air, this class will teach how to make flaky pie crust; lattice weaving; blind baking, baking ahead, and keeping pies fresh until time to serve! Come have fun and tell us when you make , ...
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Happy Thanksgiving
All Day
From all of us at Sweet Basil Gourmet, we wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are truly thankful for our wonderful customers, friends, and cooking community who make Sweet Basil such a special place. May your Thanksgiving be filled with delicious food, treasured traditions, good friends, and time spe , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
The day after Thanksgiving, we still must eat! This lovely menu will fit the bill with satisfying meal is easily prepared for yourself, family, and friends. Come for a dynamic DEMONSTRATION of homemade Lasagna served with fresh Fennel & Citrus Salad. Dessert will be Mascarpone Cheesecake with Whipped Cream. , ...
GOURMET COUPLES
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$220.00
Why not make this a special date night and invite your partner to join you in a gourmet cooking experience? If you are foodies, you will find a lot to like about learning to prepare this three-course gourmet meal. With a group of couples, you will chop, slice, sauté, grill or fry the recipe of your choice. This fun rel , ...
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COMFORT SOUP AND BREAD
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
When you want to serve a special, satisfying meal this time of year, plan a soup and bread meal and treat everyone to soup they won’t be able to get enough of! Our great class teaches how to make soup from scratch, each with a bread that accompanies it perfectly. This fun and valuable class will give you recipes you wi , ...
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SWEET BASIL HOLIDAY PARTY
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Free
Our Sweet Basil Holiday Party is an event you don’t want to miss! Everyone is invited to join us for a festive celebration with wine & hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy a chef demonstration of the foods we’re serving! There will be special values on our fun Christmas merchandise and gifts throughout the store. Enter to win a g , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/1 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/1 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
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HOLIDAY GATHERINGS
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Entertaining this time of year becomes wonderfully relaxed when you build a plan around familiar, crowd‑pleasing dishes that are simple to prepare and easy to present. A thoughtful menu with an inviting spread lets the host keep things fun, informal, and effortless. This menu will take away the fuss and will delight yo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/2 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/3 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/3 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Invite a friend to share a DEMONSTRATAION of a menu you can use for your family or entertaining! You will have lunch served to you and a new menu to have fun with at home! Our lesson is Cast Iron Chicken Breasts with Chile Green Onion Gravy served with Cheesy Polenta. Dessert will be Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cake wi , ...
GOURMET COUPLES
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$220.00
At this busy time of year, plan some time with the person you love spending time with the most. Get away from the hectic season for an evening and join in this class of couples for a festive, social, and delicious time – one that will be memorable for a long time. Our gourmet menu is served with a sampling of wines. Jo , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/5 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – 12/5 PM
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$110.00
Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Coo , ...

TEAM BUILDING & PRIVATE PARTIES, SCOTTSDALE

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TEAM BUILDING

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Sweet Basil team building offers a group of co-workers the chance to get away from the daily challenges and share a fun, constructive learning experience – cooking together in our kitchen! The Team Building class offers each person attending a hands-on learning experience, copies of the recipes, and a wonderful meal of the foods prepared. The three-hour class begins with a short lecture about the recipes, then everyone is invited into the kitchen to cook. When the food is ready we set up a buffet and the group sits down to enjoy a great meal!

A trained chef works with the group guiding and directing the preparations; and an assistant is there to help participants & take care of the dishes so clean up is a non-issue! Groups are welcome to bring wine or beverages and we can supply wine glasses. We provide water and iced tea, aprons to use in class and copies of the recipes to take home.

If you need a way for your group to share a rewarding time where all can participate, this Team Building experience may be a great way to bring everyone together.

Please call Martie Sullivan at Sweet Basil – (480) 596-5628 to discuss dates & details.

Sweet Basil Culinary Center & Cooking School
8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Road
Suite C-4
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
480-596-5628
[email protected]

PRIVATE PARTIES

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When it’s time to gather your friends together for a special occasion – Birthday, Anniversary, Shower, Graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or any special occasion, a private Cooking Class is a great way to celebrate with everyone sharing a fun experience, being together and cooking!

A private party is three hours and begins with a brief lecture about the food to be prepared. Next the group is invited into the kitchen to cook in teams of two. That’s when the fun begins! Each team makes a recipe of their choosing from the menu, and the chef is there to assist as needed. Here learning, discovery and great results happen! When the cooking is done we set up a buffet and everyone sits down to enjoy a great meal.

Private groups may bring wine and beverages. We provide water and iced tea, an apron to use in class and each person receives a copy of the recipes to take home.

When a special experience is what you’re looking for, here is the one that includes a great meal as a reward for having fun and doing a great job! Call us to inquire about your special occasion!

TUSCAN TREASURES

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Fig & Caramelized Onion Pizza with Fontina & Thyme

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Roasted Pear, Walnut, Arugula & Mixed Greens with Shallot Dressing

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Chicken Piccata

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Zucchini with Garlic & Lemon

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Homemade Fettucini with Mushroom Alfredo Sauce

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Tiramisu Mousse

ITALIAN-DELIGHTS
CHINESE SPECIALTIES

ASIAN FINGER FOODS

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Shrimp Toasts

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Potstickers

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Crispy Vegetable Pancakes with Japanese Bbq Sauce

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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Spicy Wontons with Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce

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Five Spice Pork Ribs

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Lemongreass-Ginger Pork Sliders

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Matcha Shortbread Cookies

PARISIAN DELIGHTS

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Parisian Bacon & Onion Tart

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French Onion Soup Gratinee

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Spinach & Butter Lettuce & Fresh Mushroom Salad

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Pan-Seared New York Steak with Madeira Mustard Sauce

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Spinach Souffle

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Warm French Lentils

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Classic Crepes Suzette Flambe

FABULOUS FRENCH
MEDITERRANEAN MAGIC

MEDITERRANEAN MYSTIQUE

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Falafel with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

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Mediterranean Couscous Bowl with Grilled Shrimp

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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill Yogurt Sauce

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Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

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Grilled Eggplant & Tomatoes with Feta Cheese & Balsamic Vinegar

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Turkish Vegetarian Fritters with Cucumber Lime Yogurt Sauce

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Baklava Cheesecake Cups

SOUTHWEST THE BEAUTIFUL

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Border Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

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Oaxacan Quesadillas

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Baja Shrimp Tacos

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Roasted Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Green Chile Sauce

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Mexican Street Corn

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Mexican Brownies

ITALIAN-DELIGHTS
CHINESE SPECIALTIES

PLANT BASED GOODNESS

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Artichoke & White Bean Dip With Seeded Crackers

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Butternut Squash & White Bean Soup with Sage Pesto

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Chickpea Salad with Homemade Vegan Mayonnaise

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Pinto Bean Burgers with Vegan Pub-Style Burger Sauce

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Mushroom Bolognese Sauce

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Baja-Style Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro Sauce

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Raspberry Streusel Bars

GRILL IT ALL

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Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

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Fork & Knife Grilled Romaine Salad with Buttermilk Peppercorn Dressing

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Flame Grilled Vegetables

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Grilled Asparagus with Candied Bacon

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Coffee-Rubbed Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chipotle Cream Sauce

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Grilled Pound Cake with Rum Pineapple Sauce

GREAT GRILLING
EASY ENTERTAINING

ENTERTAIN WITH EASE

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Dirty Martini Deviled Eggs

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Wild Mushroom Tartlets

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Steak & Boursin Cheese Bites with Chives

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Panko Crusted Shrimp Balls

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Soy & Mirin Glazed Salmon Bites

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Sun-Dried Tomato, Parmesan & Basil Puff Pastry Swirls

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Lemon Curd & Fresh Raspberry Tartlets

TAPAS AND PAELLA

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Stuffed Mushrooms with Chorizo & Manchego

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Tapas Meatballs (Albondigas En Salas)

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Roasted Peppers with Sherry Vinegar, Green Olives & Capers

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Shrimp Paella

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Grilled Chicken & Sausage Paella

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Flourless Spanish Almond Cake

PIZZA WITH PIZZAZZ
EASY ENTERTAINING

WINE COUNTRY ENTERTAINING

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Tomato Basil Soup With Grilled Cheese Croutons

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Salmon Cobb Salad

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Vidalia Onion, Bacon & Crème Fraiche Pizza

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Chicken With Figs In Port Wine Sauce

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Smothered Cauliflower With Tomatoes & Capers

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Zucchini Custards with Tomato & Basil

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Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone Whipped Cream