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May Classes
MAY 2012 SCHEDULE
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CINCO DE MAYO INSPIRATIONS

Saturday, May 5, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE

Don’t spend Cinco de Mayo in a crowded restaurant!   In this fun class, you’ll learn how to make your favorite Mexican dishes.

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Shrimp Ceviche with Fried Plantains

Skirt Steak Fajitas with Grilled Onions

Cheese and Spinach Enchiladas

Mexican Rice and Guacamole

Mexican Borracho “Drunken” Beans

Homemade Flour Tortillas and Pico de Gallo

COOKING WITH WINE FAVORITES
[Couples Class]

Thursday, May 10, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$150 per couple, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Intermediate

Guest Chef Susanne Dillingham, Chef/Owner, The Tiny Chef 

Join us for an exciting class on how and when to use different wines.  Improve your favorite recipes and learn how to match the appropriate wines with your meal.  We will be using fortified and distilled wines as well!

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Cozze alla Silvio Sautéed Mussels with White Wine & Fresh Herbs

Agnolotti di Carne Canavesani Handmade Small Ravioli with Beef & White Wine

 Springtime Risotto with Farm Fresh Vegetables & Pinot Grigio

Pasta Primavera with Fava Beans, Artichokes, Pancetta  & Soave

Cod in Butter Muscadet Sauce with Potatoes and Onions

Sicilian Cannoli Sweet Stuffed Italian Pastry made with Marsala wine

FANTASTIC FRESH FRUIT

Saturday, May 12, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Rochelle Courey, Pastry Chef/Bakery Owner, The Baker’s Joint

Spring is a wonderful time of year for fresh fruit! What better way to showcase a dessert than with ripe, plump berries, or juicy, refreshing citrus fruit? In this class you will create an array of delicious and unique, fruity desserts.  Chef Rochelle will share tips and techniques to add flare to your next homemade sweet treat.

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French Frangipane Tart with Apples

 Mixed Berry Pavlovas

 Peach Cobbler with Brown Butter Caramel Sauce

 Sweet Strawberry Crumble Cake with Fresh Banana Ice Cream

 

Crepes Suzette

 

Lemon Cooler Tartlets

PROFESSIONAL KNIFE SKILLS
with Culinary Basics

Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE 

This is the perfect technique class for those who are just learning to cook as well as for those who have been cooking for years.  Only professional culinary students have had the benefit of this training, until now!

You’ll begin the class with a session on knife skills, where you’ll practice proper handling.  You also learn knife safety, knife anatomy, and basic cuts from oblique and macédoine, to fancy French cuts of brunoise and chiffonade. 

Using the fruits of your labor, you’ll move into the kitchen to prepare a simple menu employing fundamental cooking techniques – blanch, roast, sauté and caramelize. 

***Please bring your 8” Chef’s knife, 3” Paring knife, and sharpening steel to the class.  If you don't have these items, they may be purchased in the store before your class.***

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Caramelized Onion & Wild Mushroom Pizza

Soupe au Pistou (French Vegetable Soup)

Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

RUBS, SAUCES & MARINADES

Thursday, May 17, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE

In this class, you’ll learn about rubs, sauces, and marinades.  You’ll also receive helpful techniques for getting the best results from your grill this summer.  From Korean-style baby back ribs to grilling done the Argentine way, you’ll be inspired by these fun summer recipes!

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Argentine Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Pork Tenderloin with Peach BBQ Sauce

Lime and Jalapeno Marinated Skirt Steak Fajitas with Tomatillo Sauce

Grilled Shrimp with a Spicy Hot Chili-Rub

Korean-Style Baby Back Ribs

 Classic Barbecue Chicken

SUSHI 101

Saturday, May 19, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$75 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Susanne Dillingham, Chef/Owner, The Tiny Chef

Come and learn how to make the freshest and finest sushi by hand!  We will make everything from sashimi to California rolls.  Once you learn the techniques of sushi making you will feel confident to make it on your own! 

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Tuna Tartar Roll with Green Onions & Ponzu Sauce

Vegetable Sushi Roll with Fennel, Fresh Ginger, Red Onion and Tomato

Vegetable Tempura with Dipping Sauce

California Roll with Real Crab Meat & Fresh Avocado

Assortment of Sashimi (Tuna, Salmon and Yellowtail based on availability)

Rainbow Roll with Tuna, Salmon and Avocado

CRAZY FOR CUPCAKES 2

Saturday, May 19, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Rochelle Courey, Pastry Chef/Bakery Owner, The Baker’s Joint

Cupcakes are still in, whether for a birthday party, graduation, or wedding. In this class, Chef Rochelle shares her very own signature cupcake recipes that she developed at her bakery! They are ALL fun and unique ideas. We’ll make kid-friendly flavors, and some ‘Big Kid’ flavors too! J Who doesn’t like cupcakes?

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Snickers Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream

Fluff-A-Nutter Cupcakes with Italian Meringue Icing

Cookie Dough Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache

Bailey’s Espresso Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Icing

Margarita Cupcakes with Rita-Lime Buttercream

Pink Champagne Cupcakes with Champagne Buttercream

COUPLES COOK TOGETHER
[Couples Class]

Tuesday, May 22, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$150 per couple, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE

Grab your sweetheart for this class just for couples.  You’ll learn new culinary techniques as you prepare these delicious dishes that are best cooked with two sets of hands.

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Eggplant Caponata Crostini

Goat Cheese and Tomato Tartlets with a Mixed Green Salad

 Shrimp, Scallop, and Chorizo Paella 

Flatbread Pizza with Artichokes and Prosciutto

Homemade Fettuccini with Spring Vegetables

Individual Mixed Berry Cobblers

BACKYARD BBQ

Thursday, May 24, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE

Just in time for Memorial Day weekend! There is no better time than now to get friends together for a backyard BBQ.  In this class, you’ll learn recipes that are perfect for outdoor entertaining.

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Roasted Bell Pepper Bruschetta

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with a Tropical Fruit Salsa

Grilled Shrimp with a Spicy Dipping Sauce

Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese Bites

Grilled Vegetables with a Pesto Dipping Sauce

S'more Cupcakes

MARCHE IN SPRINGTIME

Saturday, May 26, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Intermediate

Guest Chef Susanne Dillingham, Chef/Owner, The Tiny Chef

Come in and learn about the exciting culinary delights from the Marche region of Italy.  The use of fresh, top quality ingredients assembled with the minimum of fuss reflects the traditional food of Marche.

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Pollo in Potacchio Roasted Chicken with Rosemary, Tomatoes & White Wine

Olive Ripiene Fried Ripe Olives with Beef, Parmigiano Reggiano & Cinnamon

Gnocchi di Fossa Potato Gnocchi with Fossa Cheese & Tomato

Cavalfiore Fritto, Zucchini Fritti, Finnochio Fritto Fried Fresh Cauliflower, Zucchini, & Fennel

Zucchini Ripieni alla Marchigiana Stuffed Zucchini Marche Style

Picioni-Ravioli di Pasta Frolla Stuffed Sweet Shortbread ‘Ravioli’ Filled with Ricotta
PROFESSIONAL KNIFE SKILLS
with Culinary Basics

Saturday, May 26, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
$65 per person, hands-on
12 participants
Skill Level: Beginner

Guest Chef Nikki Moore, Chef/Owner, FOOD LOVE 

This is the perfect technique class for those who are just learning to cook as well as for those who have been cooking for years.  Only professional culinary students have had the benefit of this training, until now!

You’ll begin the class with a session on knife skills, where you’ll practice proper handling.  You also learn knife safety, knife anatomy, and basic cuts from oblique and macédoine, to fancy French cuts of brunoise and chiffonade. 

Using the fruits of your labor, you’ll move into the kitchen to prepare a simple menu employing fundamental cooking techniques – blanch, roast, sauté and caramelize. 

***Please bring your 8” Chef’s knife, 3” Paring knife, and sharpening steel to the class.  If you don't have these items, they may be purchased in the store before your class.***

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Caramelized Onion & Wild Mushroom Pizza

Soupe au Pistou (French Vegetable Soup)

Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

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