November 2019
Bistro Brunch
Give brunch some French bistro flair with new techniques and recipes in this hands on class with chef, and self-professed Francophile, Bret Bannon. You'll learn the recipe for simple yet impressive French crêpes and try your hand at making them in a traditional crêpe pan. Add a seasonal fruit filling and "voilà!". Then round out your meal by learning to poach eggs and serve them in a classic red wine sauce. You'll leave class with new confidence in your techniques…
Find out more »Thanksgiving Pie 101
Does the thought of baking a homemade pie this Turkey Day make you want to fly the coop? Take the fear out of scratch baking this Thanksgiving with our Pie 101 class taught by Beth Jones, executive chef of the U of M's Campus Club. This hands on class with teach you how to make a no-fail pie crust you can use for a variety of pies, from traditional apple to a modern twist on pecan. With tips and tricks…
Find out more »Vegetarian Thanksgiving
Need a Thanksgiving spread to satisfy vegetarians and meat eaters alike? Make the whole family happy with a holiday menu incorporating a variety of delicious meatless eats that celebrate the best of the season's produce. In this hands-on class led by licensed dietician and cooking instructor Ranelle Kirchner, you'll learn savory sides and hearty vegetarian mains that can stand alone as an alternative holiday meal or be incorporated into a traditional table. Either way- you and your guests will surely…
Find out more »Potluck Like a Pro
Want to make something homemade next time you're asked to bring a dish to a holiday get together? Need to refresh your repertoire of potluck standbys? Be recipe ready for your next holiday party with dishes you can make ahead and still wow your family and friends with. Culinary instructor Randi Madden will lead this hands-on cooking class where you'll learn simple, seasonal, and most importantly, delicious recipes to cover all your potluck bases - sides, salad, bread, and dessert.…
Find out more »Fall Dinner in Tuscany
Simplicity is the heart of Tuscan cuisine with legumes, bread, fresh fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, olive oil, and its famous red wine all playing central roles. Tuscan dishes exemplify the healthy building blocks of the Mediterranean diet while still being comforting, filling, and tasty. In this hands on class, instructors Joan and David Donatelle will take your tastebuds on a tour of Tuscany as you work together to create a delicious seasonal dinner. Class menu will include: Chick Pea Soup…
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