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Class Enrollment and Cancellation Policy
(4) A Taste of Italy with Linda Murray
6-9 PM $45
Create a savory meal with an Italian flair: Mushrooms roasted with pine nuts; Bread and tomato salad; Polenta gnocchi with Gorgonzola topped with a roasted red pepper sauce; spinach with pine nuts and raisins; Almond meringue cookies.
(8) Ravioli with Roger Fink
6-9 PM $50
Fresh pasta, delicious and unexpected fillings, what could be better? Join Chef Roger Fink as he demonstrates variations on this perennial Italian favorite.
(10) Macrobiotic for Baby & Child with Phyllis Reynolds
6-8:30 PM $40
Learn a healthy way to cook for your baby and child with wonderful, easy macrobiotic recipes.
(15) Fall Into Mexico with Scott Willard
6-9 PM $50
Chef Scott prepares a Mexican feast for entertaining. Come and try: Avocado and Shrimp Salad with Basil Vinaigrette; Roasted Chicken Tamale Pie with Roasted Tomato and Poblano Chile Sauce, served with a White Bean, Corn and Rice Pilaf; and for dessert, Churros with an Orange and Honey Dipping Sauce.
(18) Fall Bounty* with David Hirsch
6-9 PM $70
David Hirsch of the famed Moosewood Collective in Ithaca, NY is back with a lovely fall menu. His menu will feature: Chilled Fennel Vichyssoise, Vegetable Turnover (greens, Tofu, Sun-dried Tomato in Phyllo), Heirloom Tomatoes with Red Onion and Mint, Lemony Green Beans, Pasta with Zucchini, and Mascarpone and Berry Parfait.
(20) Grilled Gourmet Pizzas Kevin Nash
10AM-1PM $45
If you haven’t tried grilling pizza, or you love grilled pizza and are looking for new toppings and ways to serve it, this class is for you. An unexpected treat from your grill.
(22) Let’s Do Brunch Together Again with Brouse & Benfer
6-9 PM $50
Brunch is a relaxing way to entertain and Scott and Mike offer the following to help you plan your fall and holiday get-togethers: Bananas Foster with Upside Down French Toast with Warm Vanilla Sauce; Poached Eggs with Creamy Polenta, Roasted Asparagus and Béarnaise Sauce; Wild Mushroom, Leek, Bacon and Boursin Cheese Tart; and Pancetta, Olive, Parmesan, and Garlic Bread Strata.
(29) Dinner in Key West* with Scott Brouse
6-9 PM $55
Chef Scott presents an elegant menu inspired by his time in the Keys: Key Lime Caesar Salad with Coconut Croutons; Conch Fritters with Spicy Tartar Sauce; Jerk Mahi-Mahi with Onion and Peppadew Jam; Grilled Wahoo Burger with Pineapple Caramelized Onions; and Key Lime and Vanilla Crème Brulee.
(30) Lamb Lovers with Alison Kaminski (4) Stepping Stones to Italian Cuisine* with Grace Pilato (6) Sushi* with Roger Fink (8) Healthy Tailgate with Richard Hoschar (9) Mexican Favorites with Linda Murray (13) Sunday Dinner Party with Scott Willard (15) Macrobiotic Basics with Phyllis Reynolds (20) Sandwiches and More with Brouse & Benfer (22) Introduction to Cake Decorating with Becky Yeagle (27) Roasting in Autumn with Scott Brouse (28) Holiday Breads and Desserts with Alison Kaminski
(3) Rustic Italian with Roger Fink (5) A Tribute to ‘Nannies’ with Tina Goodrich (8) Extraordinary Holiday Gumpaste Flowers* with Kim Morrison (10) Italian-Inspired Festival with Scott Willard (13) Hearty International Soups with Linda Murray (17) Bring Your Beer with Brouse & Benfer (19) Gingerbread Houses with Robin & Tina (24) A Special Dinner with Scott Brouse
(1) Festive Desserts with Liz Miele (2) Holiday Entrees* with J. Scott McNeill
* Class cannot be selected as free class for our promotion
6-8:30 PM $45
Alison will showcase healthy ways to use lamb in this class. The menu for the evening will be: 1. Stuffed Zucchini with Ground Lamb and Brown Rice Filling; 2. Grilled Lamb Chops with marinade; 3. Leg of Lamb, slow cooked doused with garlic cloves; and 4. Dolmades with Lemon Egg Sauce.
10AM-1 PM $65
Grace will prepare recipes that build on each other and showcase Italian traditions and techniques. Her menu includes: Marinated Vegetables, Marinara Sauce, Homemade Ricotta, Crispelles (Crepes), Breaded Chicken cutlet, and Manicotti. Grace encourages some participation in the cooking process.
6-9 PM $55
Chef Roger offers this perennial favorite class. Learn how to make the all-important sushi rice, as well as several varieties of rolls.
6-8:30 PM $45
Chef Hosch has some wonderful ideas for hearty and healthy football fare. Make and take dishes for celebrating the season.
6-9 PM $45
Create a complete Mexican dinner of Spicy, Colorful Corn Tortilla Soup; Salad with Tomatoes, Red Onions and Avocado Dressing; Che
ese and Pepper Enchiladas with Hot Sauce; Shortbread Cinnamon Cookies.
6-9 PM $50
Hearty autumn fare is showcased in this delightful menu: Peanut Soup; Fall Harvest Salad; Stuffed Pork Loin with Port Wine and Shiitake Mushroom Sauce; German Potato Stuffing; Curried Roasted Sweet Potatoes; and Apple Strudel.
6-8:30 PM $40
Phyllis offers a beginners macrobiotic menu, to introduce to this healthful way of cooking and living. Her menu includes: Chickpea Soup (chickpeas, carrots, onion, celery in soy broth); Millet and Squash (roasted millet with butternut squash); Burdock and Carrot Kinpira; Baked Tofu (tofu baked in a lemon miso sauce); Pressed Salad ( Napa cabbage, watercress, cucumber and radish); and Turnip Pickle.
6-9 PM $50
Casual lunches and dinners, with gourmet attitude. Scott and Mike demonstrate: The Best Reuben Ever; Blackened Tuna, Wasabi and Sweet/Sour Cucumber Sandwich; Portabella and Roasted Vegetable No Bun Sandwich; Fried, Fried Chicken Sandwich With Country Chicken Gravy; and Open Faced Chipotle Beef Barbecue Sandwich With Green Chili Con Queso.
6-8:30 PM $50
This hands-on class will introduce you to the elements of cake decorating, including tips on baking, frosting and smoothing, fillings, borders, writing, and some flowers. A materials list will be provided. Limited enrollment.
6-9 PM $50
It’s fall, and we are happy to use our ovens to prepare seasonal dinners. Scott’s menu include: Roasted Vegetable and Shrimp Neapolitan with Hollandaise Sauce; Roasted Beet and Endive Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing; Pork Roulade with Mushroom and Bacon Duxelles and Port Wine Sauce; Cheddar and Onion Potato Gratinee; and Apple, Orange and Caramel Sundae.
6-8:30 PM $45
Learn how to make some holiday family favorites. Alison will present her versions of Brioche with Brie and Fig Preserve, Challah Bread, Holiday Breakfast Bread, and Lemony Lemon Pound Cake.
6-9 PM $50
Chef Roger explores Italian country cooking with hearty seasonal favorites such as chicken cacciatore.
6-8:30 PM $45
Tina pays tribute to her two Italian grandmothers, who greatly influenced her baking. She will offer Italian traditions in her family and other holiday goodies, including Pizzelles, Anise Biscotti, Nanny Rosie’s Wine Cookies, Ginettes, and more.
9AM-1PM $75
Renowned cake decorator Kim Morrison will share her techniques for making poinsettias, holly and other holiday themed flowers that can be taken home and used for the holidays. Hands on, limited enrollment. Materials list provided.
6-9 PM $50
Scott prepares Italian Wedding Soup; Antipasti; Zucchini Manicotti with Caper Cream Sauce; Braciole Braised in a Fresh Tomato Sauce; and Tiramisu.
6-9 PM $45
Since this topic is a perennial favorite, Linda is offering a new selection of warming soups with an international flavor. Recipes include: Greek Stew with Eggplant, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Olives and Lemon; Moroccan Root Vegetable Stew with Sweet Potatoes, Turnips, Potatoes, and Raisins; Mexican Squash Soup with Butternut Squash, Tomatoes and Corn; Italian Vegetable Soup with Rosemary and Cornmeal; and Creamy Herbed Potato Soup.
6-9 PM $50
Watch your favorite sports with family and friends, enjoy a brew with these tavern inspired recipes: Grilled Cashew and Chicken Pizza; Chicago Blues Burger; Buffalo Chicken Burritos; Vegetable Tempura with Jalapeno Peanut Sauce; and Beer and Cheddar Soup.
6-8:30 PM $25
Robin and Tina demonstrate how to start a family holiday tradition. You will leave with the necessary recipes, a pattern you can use, hints and tips for success, and creative ideas for decorating.
6-9 PM $50
Impress friends and family with this elegant menu: Fried Oysters with Chipotle Cocktail Sauce; Spiced Apple Waldorf Salad; Roasted Root Vegetable Gratin; Swiss Steak Marsala with Tomatoes and Mushrooms; and Pumpkin Spice Crème Brulee.
6-9 PM $50
Make your holiday entertaining memorable with traditional and non-traditional sweet endings.
6-8:30 PM $60
Festive entertaining that will wow your guests. Scott’s recipes include: Stuffed Beef Tenderloins with Scallions, Roasted Red Peppers and Crabmeat; Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cranberries, Dried Apricots and Pecans; and Beverly Hills Ham; all Served With appropriate sides.
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Class Enrollment and Cancellation Policy
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