Sicily Trip April 2019

Great Last Minute Opportunity to Join Me and Diane Phillips
in Sicily in April!

We have had a cancellation for my tour of Sicily coming up in April 2019. There is one room available for either a double or a single . If you have been thinking about this trip and thought the deadline had passed, it is your lucky day!

There is also the possibility of a single sharing with someone already booked on the trip. You can check on this as well.

This will be a fabulous trip all around the island of Sicily --lots of touring, visiting outdoor markets, cooking classes deluxe hotels and gourmet meals included plus plenty of free time to get the feel of each place we stop.

We will travel by bus but will stay 2 nights in each spots and move at a more relaxed pace--no 7 am outside with your bags each day!

Here is the flyer that gives you the cost breakdown and another one that describes the itinerary for each day.

There is also a 3-night an extension available to tour Bologna and learn all about Prosciutto, Parmesan and Balsamic Vinegar and visit Eataly as well.

Click here for pricing.
Click here for itinerary for Sicily.
Click here for itinerary for Bologna.

If you are ready to join in all the fun on this trip or if you just have questions,
Contact Merlene Lynch right away.

Merlene Lynch 
Affiliate of Avant Garde Travel Direct: 760-489-2230 Travelene@gmail.com   
 
PRIVATE COOKING CLASSES

Are you ready for a fun, entertaining as well as educational time? Book your private class or event with Phillis Carey and it’s a guarantee! It's the time of year to plan
your holiday cooking class party--Phillis' dates
are limited this holiday season so get in
touch soon.

If you have a gourmet group, a birthday dinner to plan, Bridal or Baby Shower, a club meeting or just a bunch of friends who enjoy food and like to get together around the holidays the demo classes are lots of fun. Treat everyone or have everyone share the cost. Make this a one-time event or plan classes monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly.

If you have a particular skill you want to learn or practice or if you want to brush up your cooking skills the hands-on classes are the way to go. These classes are limited to 4 people.

The theme of your class can be anything really--Holiday Dinner Party, Knife Skills, Easy Everyday Dishes, Grilling Techniques, Italian, French, Thai or Indian Cuisines, Cooking Fish or Chicken, Main Dish Salads, Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres or ??
I've even done a class on
Cooking with Blue Cheese!

More details-- click here.
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Holiday Treats



Peppermint Bark Brownies

Traditional Sugar Cookies
with Buttercream Frosting

Nanaimo Bars

Triple Chocolate Biscotti
Dipped in White Chocolate

Forgotten Meringue Cookies

Spicy Glazed Nuts

Click here for a printable version
of this recipe.













Phillis Carey's
Recipe of the Week Email
December 10, 2018

Thought you might like a few new recipes for some Holiday Treats . It does seem to be the time of year when we just let it all go and enjoy ourselves. You can click on the link above or here for a printable version to all to your collection.

While most of these recipes are a bit unusual, I have also included my favorite family sugar cookie recipe that I been making since I was a child. And if you add the frosting a few sprinkles, you really have a wonderful holiday treat!

Only 2 more classes to teach this year. That seems amazing to me. It's been a marvelous year for classes--most have been full. I've seen many old friends and lots of new people have joined in the fun as well.

I have more classes in the works and should have them to you over the next 10 days. As you can imagine it is a busy time but I want to you to see what is planned for February and March next year.

Don't forget I do offer gift certificates to classes for your friends and colleagues.
You can pick out a particular class or leave it up to them. Come along with them and it's a fun and educational time for all.

Enjoy your week, enjoy the weather, and maybe cook up something new to share with your family and friends! 'Tis the season after all.

Until next time, keep cooking and eat well! Phillis

There's still time to order your
Cooking Class Gift Certificates
and Downloadable Cookbooks
and Recipe Collections
for Holiday Gifts.


Simply email Phillis Carey at philliscarey@aol.com
and she'll get the gift certificates to you quickly.

Gift certificates may be purchased for any amount but most classes are $55. Classes are held in Solana Beach, Encinitas and La Jolla.

Phillis' cookbooks are available for purchase as well. It's great to have these on your computer, tablet or phone for easy access.

Fast and Fabulous Chicken Breasts $9.99
or
Fast and Fabulous Entertaining Menus $9.99

Phillis' Recipe Collections are also available.
20 to 30 recipes for only $4.99

Fabulous Soups for All Seasons
or
Summer Grilling
or
25 Chocolate Desserts
or
20 Holiday Appetizers

Click here to purchase any of these.
Phillis Carey Cooks!!
FALL/WINTER CLASSES
November 12, 2018
thru February 5, 2019
Sign up today!
To register for classes, 
  email to philliscarey@aol.com (best method)
or call (760) 942-1756
No need to pay ahead—Payment is due at the class!
ALL CLASSES are $55 each.

Most of these classes are full, but there are a few openings.
I will have new menus for February and March 2019 by about 12/19/18.
HOLIDAY SOUP PARTY!
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS TO STOP BY WITH THEIR OWN BOWL AND SPOON!
Monday, December 17 at 6 pm in Encinitas
Full, waiting list only
Tuesday, December 18 at 11:30 am in La Jolla
Full, waiting list only
Seafood Chowder with Shrimp, Crab, Fish,
Potatoes, Corn and Dry Sherry;
Creamy Parmesan Tomato Tortellini Soup with
Spinach and Prosciutto Crisps;
Smoked Sausage, Butternut Squash and Wild
Rice Soup;
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Soup with
Asiago Toasts;
Updated Tunnel of Fudge Cake with
Chocolate Glaze. 

LOW CARB COOKING FOR
THE NEW YEAR
Monday, January 7 at 6 pm in Encinitas
Full, waiting list only
Tuesday, January 8 at 11:30 am in La Jolla
Full, waiting list only
Loaded Cauliflower Soup with Bacon,
Cheddar and Chives;
Lemony Baked Salmon Cakes with Capers,
Old Bay Seasoning and Mustard Aioli;
Chicken Tiki Masla Bowls with Broccoli,
Coconut Milk and Garam Masala;
Quick Beef and Bacon Chili with Cheddar
Cheese and Sour Cream;
Creamy Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream
and Chocolate Shavings;
TUSCAN COOKING FROM LUCCA AND FLORENCE
Monday, January 14 at 6 pm in Solana Beach
Full, waiting list only
Negroni Cocktail;
Ricotta and Roasted Grape Crostini with
Crispy Prosciutto and
Tuscan Arugula Salad with Green Beans,
White Beans, Olives and Lemon Vinaigrette;
Spinach Sformato (Vegetable Custard) with
Parmesan Sauce;
Matuffi—Layered Polenta and Sausage
Mushroom Tomato Sauce; 
Schiacciata alla Fiorentina—Orange Sponge
Cake filled with Ricotta Cream.

EASY NEW YEAR’S ENTREES
Monday, January 21 at 6 pm in Encinitas
4 spots available
Tuesday, January 22 at 11:30 am in La Jolla
Full, waiting list only
Super Easy Lentil Salad with Feta and Olives;
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Fillets with Lemon;
Pork Tenderloin with Hot Pepper Jelly and
Mashed Sweet Potatoes;
Fanfare Greek Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Dill,
Zucchini, Tomatoes and Feta;
One-Step German Chocolate Cake Roll.

WINTER COMFORT FOODS
Monday, January 28 at 6 pm in Solana Beach
full, waiting list only
Tuesday, January 29 at 11:30 am in La Jolla
Full, waiting list only
Loaded Tater Tot Cup Bites with Bacon,
Cheddar and Ranch Dressing;
Creamy White Chicken Caprese Lasagna;
Shrimp and Grits with Mushrooms, Bacon and
Cheddar Cheese;
Chicken Fricassee with Mushrooms and
Mashed Potatoes;
Fanny Farmer’s Original Boston Cream Pie (Cake with Custard Filling and Chocolate Glaze).

VALENTINE’S DINNER PARTY
FOR 2 OR MORE!
Monday, February 4 at 6 pm in Encinitas
Full, waiting list only
Tuesday, February 5 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla    
  Full, waiting list only   
Strawberry Lillet Cocktail;
Caramelized Bacon and Fennel Salad with
Honey Lemon Vinaigrette;
Herb-Crusted Filet Mignon and Brown Butter
Scallops with Pan-Roasted Grapes and
Shallots;
Parmesan Risotto with Asparagus;
Caramel Apple Rose Tarts with a Strawberry
and Vanilla Ice Cream.

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Class Locations:
ENCINITAS  Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
1221 Encinitas Blvd. * Encinitas, CA 92024
SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. * Solana Beach, CA 92075
The  LA JOLLA  Community Center
6811 La Jolla Blvd. * La Jolla, CA 92037
For more info or to learn more about Phillis Carey,
Visit her website: phillis-carey.blogspot.com