Cooking Classes

Master Soup Creations SOLD OUT

January 8, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Linda Leeking

Learn the chef secrets of making cream soup and flavorful French chicken stock from Linda Leeking. You will use these bases to create restaurant quality Cheddar Broccoli, New England Clam Chowder, Italian Wedding and Flu Fighter Chicken Soup. Enjoy your soup tasting with bread and a light salad. A Hands-on class.

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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street ~ Not My Mother’s Chicken!

January 9, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Marci Rittenhouse, RD, LDN

This demonstration and hands-on class taught by Marci Rittenhouse, RD LDN, is offered in conjunction with Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Cooking School. Milk Street classes, originally offered in Boston, are more than recipes. You learn critical cooking skills so you can cook with confidence! In this class, you will explore techniques and principles essential for cooking The Milk Street Way!

• Feta with Aleppo Pepper and Evoo Appetizer
• Winter Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
• Orange Guajillo Chili Pulled Chicken
• Stir-Fried Chicken with Snap Peas and Basil

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Date Night with Nino! SOLD OUT

January 11, 2019 6:00 pm | $90 | Chef Antonino Elia

Chef Antonino Elia shops the day of class to obtain the freshest in season ingredients, so he can guide you in preparing a spectacular Date Night menu! You won’t want to miss this Culinary Adventure! Just leave it to Nino! A hands-on class. BYOB. Price is $90/person.

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Sensational Super Bowl Snacks

January 15, 2019 6:00 pm | $70. | Tina Bare

Score big with these Super Bowl Snacks! Sit back and get ready for the Game of the Year, as Tina Bare demonstrates how to make these amazing bites! Taste them all! BYOB. Demonstration class. Gluten Free.

• Cheesy Baked Jalapeño Poppers
• Cubano Tater Tot
• Fiery Baked Potato Skins
• Capicola Stuffed Mushrooms
• Eight Layer Chicken Chili Dip
• Buffalo Buffalo Meatballs
• Cookie Dough Dip

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Southern Italian SOLD OUT

January 16, 2019 6:00 pm | $90. | Chef Antonino Elia

As always, Chef Antonino Elia has created a delightful Sicilian menu. Chef Nino grew up in Sicily and recently returned from studying there this fall! Come taste the inspiration! A Hands-on Class. BYOB

• Formaggio alla Scarpariello ed Spec (Fried Parmiggiano Rinds and Speck)
• Gnocchi di Castagne, con Zucca Rossa e Salsiccia (Homemade Chestnut Gnocchi with Pumpkin and Sausage)
• Cosce di Pollo all’umido (Baked Chicken Legs with Potatoes & Plum Tomatoes)
• Frutta Martorana (Marzipan Fruit)

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Tex Mex (evening) SOLD OUT

January 17, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Linda Leeking

Let Linda Leeking bring some Sizzle and Spice to your dinner table with this Tex Mex menu! A hands-on class. BYOB.

• Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatilla Salsa
• Beef Chimichangas
• Zucchini and Corn Medley
• Flan with Seasonal Fresh Fruit Garnish

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French Macarons ~ Winter Flavors SOLD OUT

January 18, 2019 6:00 pm | $70 | Chef Danielle DiSanto

Chef Danielle DiSanto returns to teach the macaron method, while sharing many tips on making these petite French sandwich cookies. Enjoy tasting and take a small sample home! A hands-on class.

• Hazelnut with Espresso Ganache Macarons
• French Toast Macarons
• Vanilla with Baileys Buttercream Macarons

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Kids & Teens In the Kitchen ~ Martin Luther King Day ~ Chili Cook Off SOLD OUT

January 21, 2019 10:00 am | $60. | Gwen Eberly

Kids, ages 10-16, join Gwen Eberly on your day off to cook up some bowls of chili! Discover your favorite recipe and then go home and make it for your family! A hands-on class. Limited to 12 students.

• Chili Con Carne
• Vegetarian Chili
• Black Bean and Chorizo Chili
• White Bean and Chicken Chili
• Cheese Quesadillas
• Fresh Fruit Kabobs

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Matsoni: The Easiest Yogurt You Will Make! ~ Sweet & Savory Dishes (daytime)

January 22, 2019 11:00 am | $65. | Valerie Baer

Caspian Sea (Matsoni) Yogurt is a mildly tart and creamy cultured yogurt. In this hands-on class, learn how to make this super easy yogurt. Each person will get a small jar of yogurt starter. With proper care, your starter will sustain itself indefinitely. Val Baer, author of Baking with Whole Grains, will show you how versatile yogurt is and discover how you can use it in your favorite recipes!

• Winter Green Salad with a Delightful Lemon Yogurt Dressing
• Whole Wheat Yogurt Waffles topped with Nuts and Rohrer’n’Baer Maple Syrup
• Maple Yogurt Fruit Smoothie
• No-sesame Hummus and Veggies
• Deep Dark Chocolate Cake with Creamy Yogurt Frosting

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Matsoni: The Easiest Yogurt You Will Make! ~ Sweet & Savory Dishes (evening)

January 22, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Valerie Baer

Caspian Sea (Matsoni) Yogurt is a mildly tart and creamy cultured yogurt. In this hands-on class, learn how to make this super easy yogurt. Each person will get a small jar of yogurt starter. With proper care, your starter will sustain itself indefinitely. Val Baer, author of Baking with Whole Grains, will show you how versatile yogurt is and discover how you can use it in your favorite recipes!

• Winter Green Salad with a Delightful Lemon Yogurt Dressing
• Whole Wheat Yogurt Waffles topped with Nuts and Rohrer’n’Baer Maple Syrup
• Maple Yogurt Fruit Smoothie
• No-sesame Hummus and Veggies
• Deep Dark Chocolate Cake with Creamy Yogurt Frosting

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Tex Mex (daytime)

January 23, 2019 10:00 am | $65. | Linda Leeking

Let Linda Leeking bring some Sizzle and Spice to your dinner table with this Tex Mex menu! A hands-on class.

• Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatilla Salsa
• Beef Chimichangas
• Zucchini and Corn Medley
• Flan with Seasonal Fresh Fruit Garnish

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La Petite Patisserie: Creative Cake Decorating SOLD OUT

January 23, 2019 6:00 pm | $75. | Pastry Chefs Donna Lussier and Amanda Pagan

Donna Lussier and Amanda Pagan, Pastry Chefs from La Petite Patisserie will demonstrate how to make and decorate a layer cake using different buttercream frostings. Each person will receive a vanilla 5 inch layer cake that they will torte, fill, crumb coat and decorate. When registering for the class, please note if you want vanilla buttercream filling or seedless raspberry preserves filling. Hands-on class. Make & Take

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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street – Chicken with Intrigue

January 24, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Marci Rittenhouse, RD, LDN

This demonstration and hands-on class taught by Marci Rittenhouse, RD LDN, is offered in conjunction with Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Cooking School. Milk Street classes, originally offered in Boston, are more than recipes. You learn critical cooking skills so you can cook with confidence!

• Crispy Roasted Chick Peas
• Lemon Parsley Salad
• Za’atar Chicken Cutlets
• Burmese Chicken

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Pate a Choux: A Lesson in French Pastry  SOLD OUT

January 25, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Chef Danielle DiSanto

Elegant French pastries are easier to make than you would think. Chef Danielle DiSanto will teach you the ins and outs to making pate a choux in this hands-on class. Please eat something before coming, you will only be enjoying pastries. A meal will not be served.

• Eclairs
• Profiteroles
• Palmiers ~ Sweet & Savory

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Taste of Italy – An Italian Valentine (daytime)

January 28, 2019 10:00 am | $65. | Chef Maria Quaranta

Chef Maria Quranta, owner of Pepe’s Pizza in Ephrata, has a wealth of experience when it comes to Italian cuisine. Maria was born in Sicily and has always worked in family owned restaurants. She loves sharing her favorite recipes with you! A Hands-on class. BYOB

• Bruschetta and Antipasto with Italian Cheeses and Prosciutto
• Pasta alla Norma
• Barolo (Braised Short Ribs)
• Roasted Asparagus
• Baci di Dama Cookies (Kisses of a Lady)

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Taste of Italy – An Italian Valentine (Evening) SOLD OUT

January 28, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Chef Maria Quaranta

Chef Maria Quranta, owner of Pepe’s Pizza in Ephrata, has a wealth of experience when it comes to Italian cuisine. Maria was born in Sicily and has always worked in family owned restaurants. She loves sharing her favorite recipes with you! A Hands-on class. BYOB

• Bruschetta and Antipasto with Italian Cheeses and Prosciutto
• Pasta alla Norma
• Barolo (Braised Short Ribs)
• Roasted Asparagus
• Baci di Dama Cookies (Kisses of a Lady)

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Wusthof Knife Skills 101 – Minestrone Soup (daytime)

January 29, 2019 10:00 am | $75 | Megan Rich

An essential class for anyone to get faster, better and smarter in the kitchen.  Megan Rich, from Wustof Trident Cutlery, will explain the importance of the pinch grip and lead the class through many techniques, including the low-rock technique. Megan will also cover honing, sharpening and proper care and maintenance of these essential kitchen blades. Get ready to get slice, dice, mince and chop! A Wusthof Classic 6″ Cooks Knife, (a $60 value) is included in the price of the class! Take home your bag of chopped veggies and a recipe to make minestrone soup!

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Wusthof Knife Skills 101 – Minestrone Soup (evening)

January 29, 2019 6:00 pm | $75 | Megan Rich

An essential class for anyone to get faster, better and smarter in the kitchen.  Megan Rich, from Wustof Trident Cutlery, will explain the importance of the pinch grip and lead the class through many techniques, including the low-rock technique. Megan will also cover honing, sharpening and proper care and maintenance of these essential kitchen blades. Get ready to get slice, dice, mince and chop! A Wusthof Classic 6″ Cooks Knife, (a $60 value) is included in the price of the class! Take home your bag of chopped veggies and a recipe to make minestrone soup!

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Date Night with Nino & Giuseppe! SOLD OUT

February 1, 2019 6:00 pm | $90. | Chef Antonino Elia & Chef Giuseppe Sciurca

Chef Giuseppe Sciurca will join our own Chef Antonino Elia for this special Date Night! Like Chef Nino, Chef Giuseppe grew up in the town of Termini Imerese, Sicily. Chef Giuseppe graduated from the culinary school in Palemo, owned Napee restaurant and currently conducts cooking classes in Sicily. You are in for a treat when these two chefs join their talents. They will shop the day of class to obtain the freshest in season ingredients, and then guide you in preparing a spectacular Date Night menu! You won’t want to miss this Culinary Adventure! A hands-on class. BYOB. $90/person

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Winter Waffles

February 4, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Chef Paul Anater

Don’t waffle! Sign up today for this delicious class taught by Chef Paul Anater. You will learn how to make the typical sweet batter waffle from scratch as well as the authentic Liege, or Belgian, waffles made from a yeast-raised dough with pearl sugar. Finally, you will make a dinner time waffle from mashed potatoes, garlic and parmesan. Enjoy all waffles with a variety of toppings! Come and discover why waffles aren’t just for breakfast! A hands-on class.

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Chocolate Perfection 101

February 5, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Chef Danielle DiSanto

Pastry Chef Danielle DiSanto will leave you feeling confident that you too can make these rich and decadent chocolate desserts! They are surprisingly easy to prepare! A hands-on class.

• Chocolate Souffle
• Molten Chocolate Cake
• Chocolate Caramels with Sea Salt

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Valentine’s Day Dinner: A Table Set for 2 SOLD OUT

February 6, 2019 6:00 pm | $70. | Linda Leeking

Surprise your sweetheart by learning how to prepare a special meal for Valentine’s Day or bring your Valentine and make this romantic meal together in this hands-on class taught by Linda Leeking. BYOB $70/person

• Bacon Wrapped Spinach Dip Crostini
• Steak Diane
• Twice Baked Potatoes
• Lemon Butter Broccolini
• Puff Pastry Hearts with Berries and Cream Filling

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Souper Suppers (evening)

February 7, 2019 6:00 pm | $65 | Tina Bare

Tina Bare will teach you how to ladle up these tasty, yet easy soups your family will love! A hands-on and gluten free class.

• Golden Coconut Lentil Soup with Rice
• Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup
• Sausage Pasta Fagioli with Spinach
• White Chicken Chili

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Kids Cooking ~ Be My Valentine! SOLD OUT

February 8, 2018 6:00 pm | $60. | Gwen Eberly

Kids ages 8-12 love creating in the kitchen with Gwen Eberly! A Hands-on class, limited to 12.

• Molten Chocolate Cakes
• Dipped, Drizzled & Decorated Chocolate Covered Pretzels
• Cheesecake Lemon Bars

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Sugar Cookie and Color Flow Icing Workshop

February 9, 2019 10:00 am | $65. | Stephanie Samuel

This workshop is for kids of all ages. Stephanie Samuel, owner of Sugar Whipped bakery in Lititz, will teach you how to mix, bake and decorate sugar cookies using color flow icing to decorate. Learn how to outline and fill in with color flow icing, making your cookies look bakery bought! Take 1/2 dozen cookies home to enjoy!

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Southern Italian ~ Sarebbe  I’ll mio Valentino!

February 11, 2019 6:00 pm | $125. | Chef Antonino Elia & Chef Giuseppe Sciurca

Chef Giuseppe Sciurca will join our own Chef Antonino Elia for this special Southern Italian Menu. Like Chef Nino, Chef Giuseppe grew up in the town of Termini Imerese, Sicily. Chef Giuseppe graduated from culinary school in Palermo, owned Napee restaurant in Sicily and currently conducts cooking classes in Sicily. You are in for a treat when these two chefs join their talents for this outstanding menu. Each person will take home a 5 oz bottle of chocolate liquor!  A hands-on class. BYOB

• Rotollo d’arrosto di peperoni e Tonno (Roasted Red Bell Peppers and Tuna Rolls)
• Arancini all Ragu (Arancini with Sicilian Meat Sauce)
• Arancini con Melenzane e Bocconcini (Arancini with Eggplant Sauce & Fresh Mozzarella)
• Cotolette di Pollo con Insalata di Radicchio (Breaded Chicken Cutlets & Radicchio Salad)
• Liquore all Cioccolato di Modica (Chocolate Liquor of Modica)

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French Macarons – Romantic Flavors

February 12, 2019 6:00 pm | $70. | Chef Danielle DiSanto

Chef Danielle DiSanto will help you master the creating of these petite French sandwich cookies that are crispy on the outside yet tender and creamy on the inside. A hands-on class.
Lavender Macarons with Honey Buttercream
Raspberry macarons with Dark Chocolate Ganache
Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Filling

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Milk Street ~ The Spice Kitchen

February 13, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Marci Rittenhouse, RD, LDN

Explore the differences in toasting and blooming spices with Marci Rittenhouse RD LDN. If you enjoy highly seasoned foods with an international flair, this class is for you! Learn to cook with those spices already filling your pantry, but you are hesitant to use. Offered in conjunction with Milk Street Cooking School of Boston. A hands-on class.

• Curried Tarka Popcorn
• Spanish Spice-Crusted Pork Tenderloin Bites
• Berbere Sauce
• Somali Chicken Soup

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Kids Cooking ~ Be My Valentine! SOLD OUT

February 15, 2019 6:00 pm | $60. | Gwen Eberly

Kids ages 8-12 love creating in the kitchen with Gwen Eberly! A Hands-on class, limited to 12.

• Molten Chocolate Cakes
• Dipped, Drizzled & Decorated Chocolate Covered Pretzels
• Cheesecake Lemon Bars

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Southern Italian ~ Sarebbe  I’ll mio Valentino!

February 18, 2019 6:00 pm | $125. | Chef Antonino Elia & Chef Giuseppe Sciurca

Chef Giuseppe Sciurca will join our own Chef Antonino Elia for this special Southern Italian Menu. Like Chef Nino, Chef Giuseppe grew up in the town of Termini Imerese, Sicily. Chef Giuseppe graduated from culinary school in Palermo, owned Napee restaurant in Sicily and currently conducts cooking classes in Sicily. You are in for a treat when these two chefs join their talents for this outstanding menu. Each person will take home a 5 oz bottle of chocolate liquor!  A hands-on class. BYOB

• Rotollo d’arrosto di peperoni e Tonno (Roasted Red Bell Peppers and Tuna Rolls)
• Arancini all Ragu (Arancini with Sicilian Meat Sauce)
• Arancini con Melenzane e Bocconcini (Arancini with Eggplant Sauce & Fresh Mozzarella)
• Cotolette di Pollo con Insalata di Radicchio (Breaded Chicken Cutlets & Radicchio Salad)
• Liquore all Cioccolato di Modica (Chocolate Liquor of Modica)

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Sensational Scones (daytime)

February 19, 2019 10:00 am | $65. | Valerie Baer

Val Baer, author of Baking with Whole Grains, will demonstrate tips and tricks for making delightfully tender scones that melt in your mouth! Start out with a delicious meal-in-one Feta Spinach Scone to curb your appetite until the rest of the scones are baked for tasting at the end of the class. Enjoy tasting your scones with brewed coffee or tea! A Demonstration class.

• Skillet Buttermilk Herb Scones
• Maple Glazed Oat Scones
• Double Chocolate Cherry Scones
• Lemon Yogurt Scones with Lemon curd

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Sensational Scones (evening)

February 19, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Valerie Baer

Val Baer, author of Baking with Whole Grains, will demonstrate tips and tricks for making delightfully tender scones that melt in your mouth! Start out with a delicious meal-in-one Feta Spinach Scone to curb your appetite until the rest of the scones are baked for tasting at the end of the class. Enjoy tasting your scones with brewed coffee or tea! A Demonstration class.

• Skillet Buttermilk Herb Scones
• Maple Glazed Oat Scones
• Double Chocolate Cherry Scones
• Lemon Yogurt Scones with Lemon curd

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Southern Italian ~ Sarebbe  I’ll mio Valentino!

February 20, 2019 6:00 pm | $125. | Chef Antonino Elia & Chef Giuseppe Sciurca

Chef Giuseppe Sciurca will join our own Chef Antonino Elia for this special Southern Italian Menu. Like Chef Nino, Chef Giuseppe grew up in the town of Termini Imerese, Sicily. Chef Giuseppe graduated from culinary school in Palermo, owned Napee restaurant in Sicily and currently conducts cooking classes in Sicily. You are in for a treat when these two chefs join their talents for this outstanding menu. Each person will take home a 5 oz bottle of chocolate liquor!  A hands-on class. BYOB

• Rotollo d’arrosto di peperoni e Tonno (Roasted Red Bell Peppers and Tuna Rolls)
• Arancini all Ragu (Arancini with Sicilian Meat Sauce)
• Arancini con Melenzane e Bocconcini (Arancini with Eggplant Sauce & Fresh Mozzarella)
• Cotolette di Pollo con Insalata di Radicchio (Breaded Chicken Cutlets & Radicchio Salad)
• Liquore all Cioccolato di Modica (Chocolate Liquor of Modica)

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Souper Suppers (daytime)

February 21, 2019 11:00 am | $65 | Tina Bare

Tina Bare will teach you how to ladle up these tasty, yet easy soups your family will love! A hands-on and gluten free class.

• Golden Coconut Lentil Soup with Rice
• Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup
• Sausage Pasta Fagioli with Spinach
• White Chicken Chili

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Cast Iron Cooking

February 21, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Chef Paul Anater

Grow in your confidence as you cook with cast iron. Paul Anater will demonstrate and explain how to season, re-season, clean and store your cast iron. Once you have the basics down, Paul will demonstrate how versatile cast iron is during this partial hands-on class with three recipes that start on the cooktop and finish in the oven!

• Dutch Baby Filled with Bacon, Collard Greens & Onion
• Butternut Squash Gratin
• Pear Tarte Tatin

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Ladies Night Out!

February 22, 2019 6:00 pm | $65 | Linda Leeking

Ladies of all ages, enjoy a night out as you relax, watch and learn while Linda Leeking prepares a delicious meal for you to enjoy! Take the recipes home and repeat for your loved ones. BYOB. Demonstration class.

• Tossed Greens with Lemon Vinaigrette
• Chicken Veloute
• Baby Red Potatoes with Parsley Butter Sauce
• Chocolate Toffee Flan Cake

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1 Year ZEST! Anniversary Dinner Extravaganza! 

February 25, 2019 6:00 pm | $90. | Paul Anater, Tina Bare, Danielle DiSanto, Antonino Elia, & Linda Leeking

Zest Cooking School is celebrating their 1 year anniversary! Join 5 of our amazing Chefs as they teach you how to make their favorite dish from the past year! Sit back, relax, learn and enjoy a delicious meal! Demonstration class. BYOB.

• Crab Tyropetes by Linda Leeking
• Assorted Fresh Bread Sticks (Aajwain and Nigella Seed, Rosemary and Thyme & Harissa) by Chef Paul Anater
• Oxtail in Homemade Tomato Sauce by Chef Antoninio Elia
• Creamy Fontina Polenta with Rosemary Mushrooms by Tina Bare
• Meyer Lemon Souffle by Chef Danielle DiSanto

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Mardi Gras ~ Classic New Orleans Cooking

February 26, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Linda Leeking

New Orleans dishes combine ingredients and cooking techniques from several cultures that have settled in Louisiana. Linda Leeking teaches this classic New Orleans menu. A hands-on class. BYOB

• Muffaletta Dip
• Jambalaya
• Creole Cornbread
• Bananas Foster
• Pralines

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Homestyle Favorites for a Healthy Heart

February 27, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. |

Don’t forget about your favorite homestyle foods this February, just make them in a healthier way! Join Giant Food Store’s Nutritionist, Kilene Knitter, RD, LDN, for a fun and interactive culinary nutrition experience. Gain confidence in the kitchen as you learn tips and tricks for shopping, selecting, and creating nutritious and delicious foods. Bring your appetite as we prepare, cook, and taste seasonal recipes featuring foods that support a healthy lifestyle!

• Not-Your-Grandma’s Meatloaf
• Roasted Root Veggie Medley
• Dijon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• Mini Honey and Apple Tartlets

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Mardi Gras ~ Classic New Orleans Cooking (daytime)

February 28, 2019 10:00 am | $65. | Linda Leeking

New Orleans dishes combine ingredients and cooking techniques from several cultures that have settled in Louisiana. Linda Leeking teaches this classic New Orleans menu. A hands-on class. BYOB

• Muffaletta Dip
• Jambalaya
• Creole Cornbread
• Bananas Foster
• Pralines

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Milk Street ~ Winter Warm-Up

February 28, 2019 6:00 pm | $65. | Marci Rittenhouse, RD, LDN

Get a better understanding of how to bloom spices and differentiate the times to use whole and ground spices. Refresh your knife skills! Adventuresome eaters who enjoy international flavors will love this class taught by Marci Rittenhouse RD LDN. Offered in conjunction with Milk Street Cooking School of Boston. Hands-on & demonstration class. BYOB

• Feta drizzled with Olive Oil and Za’atar
• Dukkah (a versatile seasoning mix)
• Cauliflower with Tahini and Dukkah
• Turkish Red Lentil Soup

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