Cooking Sous Vide: Sunday, August 8

The hottest trend in culinary circles – sous vide is a classic cooking technique that was once popular and now again has risen to fame. Sous vide is the technique of cooking with precise control of temperature in a protected vacuum environment and while it sounds intimidating, it is in fact quite straightforward! Chefs all over the world are turning back to sous vide because it produces the most tender, succulent foods without overheating, overcooking – preserving foods’ nutritional value and true flavor. This class will teach you the sous vide technique as well as a complete understanding of the equipment needed. Discover the secrets of sous vide and enjoy its bounty at home!

The Art of Seasoning: Sunday, August 15

Understanding the learning the essence of spice and seasoning can take everyday cooking to extraordinary cuisine as the simplest addition of a spice blend or a sprinkle of sea salt boosts and brightens your food and increases flavor. This class will focus on the very art of seasoning – understand the world of spices, the best way to maintain their freshness as well as how to combine seasonings to create new and exciting blends and of course, how to enjoy them in cooking.

Lessons in Dairy: Sunday, August 22

Do you often look as the labels in the dairy aisle and wonder what they mean? Do you enjoy a cheese plate at your favorite restaurant but wish you could put one together at home? This class will cover the basics of dairy, how to put together a cheese plate as well as teach you a few simple recipes to add to you cooking knowledge. We’ll start by making homemade butter and then transform it into both a delicious savory and sweet butter spread. Then learn how to make fresh ricotta – delicious slathered on bruschetta with seasonal tomatoes. Lastly, we’ll show you how to take standard whipped cream and by a few different additions make a delicious topping in minutes.

Knife Skills and Knife Sharpening: Sunday, August 29

A sharp edge, the correct grip, proper food placement – these are all techniques utilized with good knife skills. This class will begin with proper positioning – of you, the knife and your food! Then move on to serious slicing, dicing and chopping as well as more advanced cuts such as chiffonade, juilienne and more! Join us as we teach basic knife techniques to practice at home to keep your culinary skills sharp! We will offer complimentary sharpening at this class. Please bring your favorite knife and we will happily sharpen it for you.  Please note limit one per customer.

Risotto: Sunday, September 12

A specialty of northern Italy, risotto has earned a place as a legendary Italian dish. Rich, creamy and irresistible, it has become a favorite outside its homeland as well. Risotto can be embellished with any number of savory ingredients, including cheeses, vegetables, meats and seafood as well as sweet additions such as dried fruit and chocolate, it will quickly become one of the most versatile and well-loved dishes in your cooking repertoire.

Indoor Grilling: Sunday, September 19

As fall approaches, no longer does this mean the end of delicious grilled meats and vegetables if you learn the secrets to bringing those flavors indoors! This class will focus on the technique of indoor grilling – how to capture those summer grill favorites inside your home. We will teach you how to make the classic Pollo Alla Mattone (Chicken under a brick) and share tips and recipes that will inspire you all fall.

Fall Baking: Sunday, September 26

As the weather cools, our eyes and culinary energy focuses in on baking and the temptations of the fall harvest. Learn delicious recipes to best utilize apples, pears and all the wonders that fall offers for our baking ambitions. We will enjoy this fall with classics that are re-invigorates with autumn flavors and fragrances to fill your home with comfort.