School Closed--Labor Day weekend

School Closed--Labor Day weekend

Learn the creative art of sushi making. Take a hands on journey as you learn to make perfect sushi rice then rock and roll by making various styles of sushi rolls—California rolls, spicy tuna, inside out rolls, hand rolls, and nigiri. Eat, drink, and kampai. Find out where to purchase sushi grade fish, nori (seaweed), rolling mats, condiments, and garnishes. You may bring beer or sake for your meal.

"This class took the mystery out of raw fish” -- Y Savranskaya 

Make Great Gifts!

 Perfect for any occasion

Gift Certificates may be purchased in any amount.

Recipients use certificates as they wish.

Be sure to click on this link to order the perfect gift for you!

Every country has its ‘Street Food’ and in India roadside stalls and carts hawk savory delicacies called Chaat . Quick inexpensive plates similar to what's being served in Tapas bars. We are taking this concept into the classroom with zesty potato samosas, fried onion bhagi, fragrant meat kebabs, roti with chutney and other delectable tasties.

You may bring a bottle of wine or beer

WATERS Group--Invitees only--BALANCE DUE

From the beginning of time, grains have sustained mankind. Grains are making a comeback with the desire for more nourishing foods. Served as a main dish, side dish, salad or dessert these wonder foods are filled with vitamins, minerals, and proteins and when combined with legumes complete a meal. We’ll be exploring a variety of grains and legumes to make a Mediterranean wheatberry salad, steamed millet, lentils with quinoa, toasted faro with caramelized onions and Irish barely with apple compote.

May your body be nourished! 

Third class--you must take all three classes no individual class sign ups for a series. 

Make Great Gifts!

 Perfect for any occasion

Gift Certificates may be purchased in any amount.

Recipients use certificates as they wish.

Be sure to click on this link to order the perfect gift for you!

Would you like to slice and dice like a chef? Get the cutting edge info on knives?

This class focuses heavily on knife skills. Slice, dice, peel, julienne, and chop to make a meal of grilled vegetable quesadillas topped with pickled red onions, zippy salsa, and a luscious tropical fruit salad. You won't go home hungry! 

We will discuss types of knives to own and when to sharpen. Also find out what kitchen gadgets are necessary in today's kitchen.

"My wife and I are planning on re-doing our kitchen and this class really helped me see what is useful in the kitchen." -G Anunson

Decorating cakes, cookies and cupcakes are not only fun but a great creative outlet. Chef Annette—a professional pastry chef will teach you to make a great tasting decorator frosting and how to successfully fill and frost a cake. Each student will learn to level, fill, frost, pipe borders, rosettes, simple flowers, leaves and write script. You will take home an 8” cake. Cost includes a pastry bag, cake edger, and various pastry tips to take home. (a $15 value).  This will not be the Wilton Method.

 Please bring a box to carry your cake home. 

Take your kitchen skills to the next level. Our quintessential hands-on series pairs cutting, sautéing, roasting, and essential knife skills with purchasing, food storage, and tips for beginners and kitchen veterans alike to create everyday dishes at home. This series will focus on the seasonal harvest, fearless side dishes, and those sacred cooking tops that only a professional can share. Each class builds on more skills. This very popular series fills up fast. Gain culinary courage and leave with a full tummy

Nothing sings Fall like aroma of goodies baking in the oven.  Fruits beg to be made into juicy ripe peach and raspberry cobbler, a cakelike blueberry buckle, cider basted apple dumplings, or a plum grunt bubbling up over a sweet dough in a cast iron pan. Learn the secrets to best baking practices in this Autumn baking class.

Class lasts about 4 hours. Please note start time is 9:30

Please bring a box to take home your goodies. 

Unveil the secrets of sauce making. Sauces make meals memorable and separate the amateurs from the tried-and-true cooks. Basic white sauce with cheese, port wine reduction, browned butter and sage, and a chunky tomato with fresh basil. Sauces will be tasted with chicken, pork, and vegetables.You won't go home hungry.

 Unravel the secrets of exotic Thai cooking. Learn to create with confidence and where to shop locally for exotic Southeast Asian ingredients. A luscious menu of delicate steamed banana leaf wrapped prawns, succulent chicken satay with peanut sauce, pineapple cucumber salad, and everyone's favorite--pad Thai!

“I learned so much about different Thai ingredients I have never known how to use. Class was fun and food was great!” --C Robertshaw

Do you feel a tug on your line to eat more fish? With the new year here fish makes a perfect quick healthy meal in minutes with out too much fuss. Mediterranean swordfish, steamed salmon with ginger and scallions, parchment wrapped whitefish and more. Learn what to look for when purchasing and how to cook to perfection.

Note: Menu may change due to product availability.

"Half way through dinner my husband said, this is so much better than any restaurant!" –G Harris

Originally a Cantonese custom, dim sum has become a favorite brunch for Americans. Small plates of steamed and fried ‘appetizers’ are on par with tapas style eating and bring about a social atmosphere for friends and family. We’ll steam and fry a luscious array of pork and ginger potstickers, shrimp su mai, steamed gai lan, mini spring rolls, and more!  

Bring along your favorite beer or wine!

Learn the creative art of sushi making. Take a hands on journey as you learn to make perfect sushi rice then rock and roll by making various styles of sushi rolls—California rolls, spicy tuna, inside out rolls, hand rolls, and nigiri. Eat, drink, and kampai. Find out where to purchase sushi grade fish, nori (seaweed), rolling mats, condiments, and garnishes. You may bring beer or sake for your meal.

"This class took the mystery out of raw fish” -- Y Savranskaya 

Looking for an excuse to have some fun? Irish pubs are a focal point for much of the social scene--eating, drinking, storytelling, playing music and debating. Ireland's renowned chefs, gastro pubs, and top tier cooking schools are contributing to a culinary revival.  Tonight we’ll rouse up a good time with an Irish Cheddar and stout fondue with cubed Irish oat bread, apple and bacon salad with Cachel blue cheese, seared salmon with Irish potato mash, and an Irish whiskey chocolate mousse. You may bring a pint of Guinness or other ale to imbibe with your meal.

“The entire group got to know each other, shared stories, drank wine and were dining together by the end of the class. What a fantastic night out - it was social, educational, delicious and unforgettable! --E Duston