Forsyth Family Magazine is our class sponsor.

Cold weather chills have met their match! Chef Don’s Winter Soups will chase away the cold and warm the insides of any Snowman.

• Winter Vegetables Soup with Chicken
• Charleston Mixed Bean Soup
• Cajun Chicken Gumbo
• Fresh Baked Italian Bread

The Stocked Pot Cooking School's most popular and requested class is How To Handle A Knife, which is the beginning of our 101 series. Chef Don has created a separate class for those students who just want to hone their culinary talents without taking the series. Each student will bring to class their dullest knife which they will learn how to sharpen in class and more importantly, how to keep a knife sharp. We will also cover the use of the many different knives used in most kitchens, how to care for your valuable tools, and what tool to use when and how. In class each student will learn to cut a variety of vegetables, which will be used to prepare a tasty rice pilaf, with broiled chicken, that all will enjoy at the end of the class with a glass of wine and new found confidence on improved culinary skills. This is a HANDS-ON class, and size is limited, so sign up early. Class will start at 6:30 PM and end at 8:30 PM.

Each student will receive a steel and pairing knife to add to their culinary tools.

Our NEW Sushi class has been created by Chef Don for a hands-on class where each student will learn to make the sushi rice and then to create their sushi. Each participant will receive a Sushi making kit containing a mat, chop sticks, and rice paddle. We will also serve a variety  of saki to compliment our class offerings. Class size is limited as every student will make sushi. Class starts at 10:30 PM and ends at 12:30 PM.

• Veggi Rolls
• Futomaki Rolls
• Nigiri Sushi, with cooked and raw fish
• California Rolls with crab and avocado
• Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese
• and so much more
• We will also serve Miso Soup and Salad with Ginger Dressing
  

FORSYTH FAMILY IS SPONSORING TONIGHT'S CLASS.

ROMANTIC MEAL

 Valentine’s Day is here and what better way to celebrate than by enjoying a chef quality meal that you will be able to make from scratch, join us as we will teach you how to create the following Romantic menu:

• Carved melon filled with Berries Romanoff

• Roasted stuffed Cornish game hens with wild rice and mushrooms filling
• Potatoes au Gratin
• Green beans with sun dried tomatoes
• Hazelnut Chocolate crepes
• The best part, get this……you will have this all made in advance, leaving time for Romance.
• Each registration is for one seat
  

The best chefs in America are coming to Winston-Salem for their annual South East Conference. The opening reception will feature four local teams of children who will create a nutritious meal  working with the Top Chefs, competing for culinary honors. The public is invite to join over 300 of America's chefs as they celebrate the opening of the conference at The Millennium Center. In addition to the kids creations a wide selection of chef created edibles and libations will be served. Entertainment is also included with two bands providing listening and dancing music. This is also a fund raiser for The Chef and the Child Foundation and North West NC Foodbank. The cost is only $30 per person, which also includes a drawing for a Flying V Guitar signed by a nationally known musicians. Attendance is limited so book your tickets early and join Chef Don and his chef friends for a night unlike any you have ever attended. You will receive an email confirming your attendance.

As this is a fund raiser no coupons, vouchers, gift certificates, or deals will apply.

For more information about the conference please use the following link. http://www.acfchefs.org/Source/Events/Schedule.cfm?EVENT=SE_REG_12

This sign in link is for registered ACF members only, the General Public can sign up on the Public Invited link. Please sign up for this event with you chapter and member ID when paying. The best chefs in America are coming to Winston-Salem for their annual South East Conference. The opening reception will feature four local teams of children who will create a nutritious meal  working with the Top Chefs, competing for culinary honors. The public is invite to join over 300 of America's chefs as they celebrate the opening of the conference at The Millennium Center. In addition to the kids creations a wide selection of chef created edibles and libations will be served. Entertainment is also included with two bands providing listening and dancing music. This is also a fund raiser for The Chef and the Child Foundation and North West NC Second Harvest Food Bank. The cost is only $10 per member. Attendance is limited so book your tickets early and join Chef Don and his chef friends for a night unlike any you have ever attended. You will receive an email confirming your attendance.

As this is a fund raiser no coupons, vouchers, gift certificates, or deals will apply.

For more information about the conference please use the following link. http://www.acfchefs.org/Source/Events/Schedule.cfm?EVENT=SE_REG_12

Dr. Maya Angelou is the guest speaker at today's American Culinary Federation South East Regional Conference. You may obtain a signed copy of her cookbook Great Food All Day Long by choosing this option. Every book to be signed must include a name as Dr. Angelou will only accept this option. The price includes sales tax and USPS Priority shipping to USA addresses. If you wish to pick up your book at the conference then you must purchase it before February 1, 2012. Dr. Angelou will NOT sign books at the conference. Orders placed after February 1 will be mailed to your address on record. This is a fund raiser for the Triad NC ACF Chapter Chef and Child activities. To order multiple copies just follow the links, on this web site, do not forget to list each book with a name.

Our NEW Sushi class has been created by Chef Don for a hands-on class where each student will learn to make the sushi rice and then to create their sushi. Each participant will receive a Sushi making kit containing a mat, chop sticks, and rice paddle. We will also serve a variety  of saki to compliment our class offerings. Class size is limited as every student will make sushi. Class starts at 6:30 PM and ends at 8:30 PM.

• Veggi Rolls
• Futomaki Rolls
• Nigiri Sushi, with cooked and raw fish
• California Rolls with crab and avocado
• Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese
• and so much more
• We will also serve Miso Soup and Salad with Ginger Dressing

Join Chef Don this evening for an evening of culinary fun; we will explore the favorite foods of Greece. Our menu is:

• Moussaka, eggplant lasagne
• Spanakopita, spinach pie with fillo dough
• Baklava, nut filled fillo dough pastry
• Chicken Souvlaki, with Tazatziki sauce
• Chef Andrew will serve a selection of Grecian wine
  

Chef Don continues our Indian culinary journey today with an exciting feast sure to awaken every palate. Vegetarian friendly recipes that will make a meal. Join us to enjoy the following Punjabi menu:

• Maharani Dal
• Jeera Rice
• Peshawari Channa, chick peas masala
• Moli Paratha, radish stuffed bread
  

Our NEW Sushi class has been created by Chef Don for a hands-on class where each student will learn to make the sushi rice and then to create their sushi. Each participant will receive a Sushi making kit containing a mat, chop sticks, and rice paddle. We will also serve a variety  of saki to compliment our class offerings. Class size is limited as every student will make their own sushi. Class starts at 6:30 PM and ends at 8:30 PM.

• Veggi Rolls
• Futomaki Rolls
• Nigiri Sushi, with cooked and raw fish
• California Rolls with crab and avocado
• Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese
• and so much more
• We will also serve Miso Soup and Salad with Ginger Dressing

The Stocked Pot Cooking School's most popular and requested class is How To Handle A Knife, which is the beginning of our 101 series. Chef Don has created a separate class for those students who just want to hone their culinary talents without taking the series. Each student will bring to class their dullest knife which they will learn how to sharpen in class and more importantly, how to keep a knife sharp. We will also cover the use of the many different knives used in most kitchens, how to care for your valuable tools, and what tool to use when and how. In class each student will learn to cut a variety of vegetables, which will be used to prepare a tasty rice pilaf, with broiled chicken, that all will enjoy at the end of the class with a glass of wine and new found confidence on improved culinary skills. This is a HANDS-ON class, and size is limited, so sign up early. Class will start at 6:30 PM and end at 8:30 PM.

 Tonight's class is part of our monthly series of wine classes at The Stocked Pot Cooking School, each month we will supply exciting wines, great wine values offered only to class attendees, and Chef Don's culinary treats.

Join our local wine purveyor Jackie Biggs tonight when she will take us in a Wines of THE NEW WORLD, tour of wine producing areas. We will have fun tasting and learning about the nuances of our preferred beverage. Tips on selecting the right wine in restaurants or when doing your weekly shopping will be discussed. Chef Don will prepare the perfect appetizers to accommodate your evening's wine selections. We will taste 8 different wines.

Our Culinary Boot Camps are so popular that Chef Don is offering to spend another full day with his students doing what he does best cook and tell stories. Today's Boot Camp has been requested by so many of our students and visitors that it was easy to add to our calendar. So get ready for the Ultimate day of cooking, Poultry. If learning how to cook a variety of chicken dishes like a chef, or just want to add some new favorite dishes to your repertoire, then this is your class, so sign up early! All recipes are from scratch, no boxes no mixes. this is a HANDS-ON CLASS.

• Cutting and Boning Chicken
  
• Chicken Parmesan
  
• Duck a la Orange
  
• Cornish Game Hens
  
• Chicken Cordon Bleu
  
• Homemade Chicken Stock & Gravy
  
• Southern Fried Chicken
  
• Slow Roasted Turkey with Dressing
• How to Carve a Turkey
  
• Class is from 9:15 AM to at least 3:!5 PM, stick around after class to kick back with a glass of wine with Chef Don, you will have earned it.
  

Our Culinary Boot Camps are so popular that Chef Don is offering to spend another full day with his students doing what he does best cook and tell stories. Today's Boot Camp has been requested by so many of our students and visitors that it was easy to add to our calendar. So get ready for the Ultimate day of cooking, SEAFOOD. If learning how to cook a variety of seafood dishes like a chef, or just want to add some new favorite dishes to your repertoire, then this is your class, so sign up early! All recipes are from scratch, no boxes no mixes. this is a HANDS-ON CLASS.

• Boning flat and round fish, Tilapia & Flounder
  
• Seafood sausage
• Marinated Grilled Shrimp
• Tasty crab cakes with zesty Remoulade
  
• New England Clam Chowder
• Poached Salmon, with dill sour cream sauce
  
• Fried Flounder
  
• Rice Pilaf
  

• Class is from 9:15 AM to at least 3;!5 PM, stick around after class to kick back with a glass of wine with Chef Don, you will have earned it.
  

Chef Tyler was inspired by Julia Child cooking techniques, as were most cooks. In tonight's class Tyler will update classic poached  dishes designed by Julia, and our class will learn The Way To Cook. Join us for a night of delicious poached dishes. Complimentary wine will be served after the class.

• Shallow poached Chicken Breast with asparagus and cuisson reduction sauce
• Deep poached salmon with dill Dijon whipped cream sauce
• Wine poached fish fillets with tomato, mushroom and herb cream sauce
• Pears poached in red wine
  

Chef Don continues our Indian culinary journey today with an exciting feast sure to awaken every palate. Vegetarian and Pescatarian  friendly recipes that will make a meal. Join us to enjoy the following Goan menu:

• Goan Fish Curry
• Sweet Potato and Coconut Pudding
• Vegetable Vindaloo
• Cauliflower Pulao
  

Our NEW Sushi class has been created by Chef Don for a hands-on class where each student will learn to make the sushi rice and then to create their sushi. Each participant will receive a Sushi making kit containing a mat, chop sticks, and rice paddle. We will also serve a variety  of saki to compliment our class offerings. Class size is limited as every student will make sushi. Class starts at 4:30 PM and ends at 6:30 PM.

• Veggi Rolls
• Futomaki Rolls
• Nigiri Sushi, with cooked and raw fish
• California Rolls with crab and avocado
• Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese
• and so much more
• We will also serve Miso Soup and Salad with Ginger Dressing
  

Fire up your woks as Chef Don creates easy to prepare and fun to enjoy wok inspired dishes.

Our menu today is:

• Stir Fried Vegetables
• Chicken with Cashews
• Shanghai Pork
• Steamed Rice with Green Tea
• Flamed Pineapples with Bourbon served over Ice Cream.
• CLASS STARTS AT 6:30 PM AND ENDS AT 8:30 PM
  

You will truly enjoy the variety and techniques you will learn in this fun class, register today!

Our Boot Camps are so popular that Chef Don is offering to spend another full day with his students doing what he likes to do best, cook and tell stories. Today's Boot Camp has been requested by so many of our students and visitors that it was easy to add to our calendar. So get ready for the Ultimate day of cooking, COMFORT FOODS. If you miss grandma's vittles, or just want a taste of the past, then this is your class, so sign up early! All recipes are from scratch, no boxes no mixes. this is a HANDS-ON CLASS.

• Chicken and Dumplings
• Meatloaf
• Beef Stew
• Chicken Pot Pie
• Smothered Pork Chops
• Perfect Rice
• Real Mashed Potatoes
• Apple Pie
• Real Iced Tea
• Homemade Rolls 
• Class is from 9:15 AM to at least 3;!5 PM, stick around after class to kick back with a glass of wine with Chef Don, you will have earned it.
  

Each class will reconstruct some of Julia's classic recipes and simplify the preparation and cooking techniques. We will show you how, where and when to shop for the necessary ingredients, allowing for seasonal availability, and substitutions. These cooking classes are perfect for the beginner cook as well as the seasoned cook looking to add to their repertoire. Join us for an evening of good food, and culinary stories that will enliven your cooking experience.

Today we will concentrate on an essential French Composed Salad

• Julia's Salade Nicoise
• Julia's Leek & Potato Soup
  
• Julia's Potato Salad with made from scratch mayonnaise
• Julia's Oil and Lemon Dressing
• French Baguettes
  

Our NEW Sushi class has been created by Chef Don for a hands-on class where each student will learn to make the sushi rice and then to create their sushi. Each participant will receive a Sushi making kit containing a mat, chop sticks, and rice paddle. We will also serve a variety  of saki to compliment our class offerings. Class size is limited as every student will make sushi. Class starts at 6:30 PM and ends at 8:30 PM.

• Veggi Rolls
• Futomaki Rolls
• Nigiri Sushi, with cooked and raw fish
• California Rolls with crab and avocado
• Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese
• and so much more
• We will also serve Miso Soup and Salad with Ginger Dressing