UPCOMING CLASSES AND EVENTS
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Cheese 101A and Bread Baking Basics are offered every month from January through October. Popular classes such as Sushi, Filled Pasta and Bistro in Paris repeat throughout the year.
Can't wait to cook with YOU!
PRIVATE PARTY CLASSES ARE GREAT, TOO!
Call to Book A Party For Your Group
PIE CONTEST
SEVERAL SEATS AVAILABLE!
With Cindy Della Monica
Wed, 5/29 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Everyone has a Grandma who made GREAT pie!! We dream of flaky crust, luscious fillings, and yummy toppings from her table---so join me in discovering sweet and savory pies, a myriad of crusts, and wonderful fillings to make your mouth water no matter whose Grandma made them! Registration ends 5/25/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
REGIONAL CHEESE:
Exploring California's Gold
4 SEATS LEFT!!
with Cindy Della Monica
Fri, 5/31 6-8 pm
$45 per person
Recent changes to our shop display has highlighted the cheese case filled with just California-produced cheeses. Join me for a directed tasting of some special examples of California artisanship, hear the stories of how they came about, and enjoy local accompaniments and wine with the cheese.
Registration ends 5/27/19 Minimum 8 guests, maximum of 10 guests.
LOADS OF LEMONS
A Private Party Opening to the Public
with Cindy Della Monica
Sat, 6/1 12N-2pm
$65 per person
Fresh, ripe and winter perfect, though reaching the end of our local picking season by this date! Lemons provide bright flavor to many foods. Ever tried the bubbly cocktail called Sgropino? Tea breads, salad dressings and marinades, soups and tarts with perfect pie crust...endless variations on this deliciously citrusy theme! Booklet and lunch included
WE’RE ON A
SEA
FOOD DIET!
with Cindy Della Monica
Tues, 6/4 6-8pm
$65 per person
By popular demand, we will explore some delicious ways to use fresh fish and shellfish. Some classic techniques will be explored, but some wonderful new ways to treat a favorite water-based protein will make you stand up and shout! Two favorite clam dishes, an Asian prawn dish, and a luscious Italian halibut preparation are planned for the menu. Booklet with bonus recipes, full dinner and adult beverages included
Registration ends 5/30/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
TOMATOES… SUMMER GOLD!
JUST 2 SEATS LEFT!
with Chef Sara Blighton
Fri, 6/7 6-8 pm
$65 per person
The tomatoes are coming!!—how about some new ideas on how to use the bounty? Chef Sara has wonderful ideas for turning the bounty into an exciting new meal, and preservation for the winter months to come. A full dinner, and adult beverages in this class, and the booklet goes home with you.
Registration ends 6/3/19 Minimum 8 guests, maximum 10 guests
STRAWBERRY—PALOOZA !
With Cindy Della Monica
Mon, 6/10 6-8 pm
$65 per person
I don’t know about you, but I can’t get enough of the fresh juiciness from the strawberry stand! Let me treat you my favorite ways to use the Spring and Summer berries… including a most surprising grilled cheese sandwich. Sweet or savory, cold or hot, the fresh brightness of this fruit will satisfy!
Registration ends 6/5/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
CHEESE 101A-The Basics
with Cindy Della Monica
Wed, 6/12 6-7:30 pm
$25 per person
Cheese and cheese-making--an interesting and complex subject. Explore an overview of the cheese families, how to taste cheese, and taste examples of a four of the cheese families we have discussed: Mild/Buttery, Alpine/Mountain, Chevres, and Cremes. This class also available selected dates upon request. Call to schedule your group's personal party.
Registration ends 6/9/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
DINING HABITS OF VICIOUS DICTATORS
SOLD OUT!
with Cindy Della Monica
Fri, 6/14 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Got your attention, huh? Hehehe Inspiration for this topic was random, as a PBS show highlighted special foods prepared for a centuries-dead royal personage, as found in an archaelogical dig. Research brought so many wonderful recipes to share--this yummy class will feature special dishes from around the world--for an international culinary tour, if you will. A fun and informative booklet complete with recipes for the full dinner in class, served with adult beverage. Come cook with me!
Registration ends 6/11/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
SUMMER PIZZA
With Cindy Della Monica
Mon, 6/17 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Who doesn’t love pizza? In this hands-on class, you will make a quick and easy pizza dough which can be made and used within 10 minutes—perfect for an after-work dinner embellished with your favorite sauce and summer toppings. In this class you will learn how to make a Creamy Roasted Garlic Sauce and Italian sausage pizza, a Pesto Veggie Pizza and more. Full instructions for cooking this pizza on your outdoor grill are included. Our Great Garden Salad and wine round out your meal, complete with take-home booklet.
Registration ends 6/13/19 Minimum 8 guests, maximum 10 guests
CRUISIN’ THE FARMER’S MARKET
with Cindy Della Monica
Wed, 6/26 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Delicious new ways to use and preserve the fabulous produce from your local Farmer’s Market during this season. We could be making a melon dish that never fails to impress at any meal, some glorious sides for grilled meals, an awesome grilled cheese sandwich with a very surprising tangy twist, and dessert that will make you say “whaaaaat?” and then crave more!
Registration ends 6/24/19 Minimum of 8 guests, maximum of 10 guests
BREAD BAKING BASICS
with Cindy Della Monica
Sat, 6/29 10:30am-12:30pm
$45 per person
Love bread? Want that ‘’fresh bread” aroma wafting through your home, and crusty deliciousness at your fingertips? Calling all beginner bread-bakers to come and learn the basic techniques for quick breads and scones, traditional
yeast
sandwich bread, and a surprising bread to bake in the microwave! Hands-on, light meal and take-home booklet included.
Registration ends 6/26/19 Minimum of 2 guests for class to be held, maximum of 5 guests
CHEESE 101A-The Basics
with Cindy Della Monica
Fri, 7/5 6-7:30 pm
$25 per person
Cheese and cheese-making--an interesting and complex subject. Explore an overview of the cheese families, how to taste cheese, and taste examples of a four of the cheese families we have discussed: Mild/Buttery, Alpine/Mountain, Chevres, and Cremes. This class also available selected dates upon request. Call to schedule your group's personal party.
Registration ends 7/1/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
A.K.A. PESTO...
with Cindy Della Monica
Wed, 7/10 6-8 pm
$65 per person
We all love great basil pesto, and we have a recipe for it in our booklet. However, we will be making and exploring other flavored emulsions and how to use them that will ignite your tastebuds! Summer's special flavors --with a twist—pesto will never be the same! A full dinner, and adult beverages in this class, and the booklet goes home with you.
Registration ends 7/7/19 Minimum 8 guests, maximum 10 guests
BREAD BAKING BASICS
with Cindy Della Monica
Sat, 7/13 10:30am-12:30pm
$45 per person
Love bread? Want that ‘’fresh bread” aroma wafting through your home, and crusty deliciousness at your fingertips? Calling all beginner bread-bakers to come and learn the basic techniques for quick breads and scones, traditional
yeast
sandwich bread, and a surprising bread to bake in the microwave! Hands-on, light meal and take-home booklet included.
Registration ends 7/1019 Minimum of 2 guests for class to be held, maximum of 5 guests
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!
DINING HABITS OF VICIOUS DICTATORS
with Cindy Della Monica
Tues, 7/16 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Got your attention, huh? Hehehe Inspiration for this topic was random, as a PBS show highlighted special foods prepared for a centuries-dead royal personage, as found in an archaelogical dig. Research brought so many wonderful recipes to share--this yummy class will feature special dishes from around the world--for an international culinary tour, if you will. A fun and informative booklet complete with recipes for the full dinner in class, served with adult beverage. Come cook with me!
Registration ends 7/12/19 Minimum of 8 guests for class to be held, maximum of 10 guests
CRUISIN’ THE FARMER’S MARKET
with Cindy Della Monica
Tues, 7/23 6-8 pm
$65 per person
Delicious new ways to use and preserve the fabulous produce from your local Farmer’s Market during this season. Delicious new ways to use and preserve the fabulous produce from your local Farmer’s Market during this season. We could be making a melon dish that never fails to impress at any meal, some glorious sides for grilled meals, an awesome grilled cheese sandwich with a very surprising tangy twist, and dessert that will make you say “whaaaaat?” and then crave more!
Registration ends 7/19/19 Minimum of 8 guests, maximum of 10 guests
