
Summer Soups and Salads
with Janet Hontanosas at the Fairfield Location
Summer soups are all about easy living and eating well. Janet’s soups, partnered with her crisp, garden-fresh salads, create a showstopping summer meal that will be ready for your backyard party or weeknight dinner.
On the Menu
Tuesday, May 21 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Please call 513.674.6059 to check for available seats.
Italian Small Bites for the Backyard Deck
with John Bostick at the Fairfield Location
Join John Bostick at the Jungle as he turns your backyard or deck into small bites of Tuscany. Seasonal and creative, small bites are mingle-friendly food and will easily become your signature dishes for casual entertaining.
On the Menu
Thursday, May 23 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | $40.00 per person
Cancelled
Casual Summer Dining
with Susan Diehl at the Fairfield Location
This meal is perfect for relaxed entertaining whether it be poolside, on the deck or inside with family and friends. It’s sure to please a crowd and garner compliments!
On the Menu
Tuesday, June 4 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | $40.00 per person
Make and Take Herb Garden
with Rita Heikenfeld at the Fairfield Location
Our resident herb expert, Rita, will share with you the ABC’s of growing herbs. Her freshly picked herbs are the centerpiece of each menu item and you’ll enjoy the abundance from her garden. If you have wanted to start your herb garden, this is the class for you.
Each student will take home a planter of 3 herbs - retail value $15.00
On the Menu
Thursday, June 6 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | $50.00 per person
Hands-On: Sushi Basics
with Calvin Tam at the Fairfield Location
In this course, you’ll learn the basics of sushi making. Learn how to prepare your sushi rice and make some basic rolls, including the fantastic hand roll. Calvin will break the rules and show beginners how to make nigiri and he’ll share his secret to making spicy mayo!
On the Menu
Saturday, June 8 | 12:00 - 2:00pm | $60.00 per person
Please call 513.674.6059 to check for available seats.
Wine and Food on Location: Burnet Ridge Winery
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs and Dave Schmerr and Chip Emmerich at Burnet Ridge Winery
Wine and food served al fresco at Burnet Ridge Winery is a summer favorite. We’ll take our 4th annual field trip to meet Cincinnati winemaker, Chip Emmerich, as he discusses Burnet Ridge wines, leads the group on a tour of his winery and pairs his wines to Leigh’s lawn party menu. Leigh brings lunch and you will enjoy appetizers and wine while watching a demonstration of the main course. Class size is limited - so register early!
Note: This class is off-site and will be outdoors. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing. We will meet at the winery. Details provided upon registration.
On the Menu
Sunday, June 9 | 12:00 - 3:00pm | $65.00 per person
Sold Out
Hands-On: Grilling with Ellen - Casual Entertaining
with Ellen Mueller at the Fairfield Location
Gather around our grill deck for another evening of great food with Ellen, our resident grill expert. She’ll share her tips and techniques for using the grill to create perfectly flavorful chicken and grilled sweet corn. You’ll don an apron and work right along beside her!
On the Menu
Tuesday, June 11 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Please call 513.674.6059 to check for available seats.
Warm Weather Pasta Dishes
with Janet Hontanosas
Create the ideal meal for balmy summer evenings. Orzo and traditional pastas provide the backdrop for fresh seafood, chicken and ripe vegetables accented with herbs and light, pleasing sauces. A sweet, quick and simple dessert completes the meal.
On the Menu
Thursday, June 13 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Wine and Food: Latin America...Muy Bueno!
with Carol Tabone and Dave Schmerr at the Fairfield Location
Covering a region that includes South and Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean, Latin America is expansive and diverse. One commonality is robust and flavorful food! Carol’s menu is loaded with popular dishes that are on almost every Latin American dinner table. Dave’s wine selections will be as bright and lively as the menu!
On the Menu
Saturday, June 15 | 12:00 - 3:00pm | $65.00 per person
All-American 4th of July Celebration
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
Family, fun and food gather at the height of summer to celebrate a star-spangled holiday. What sparkles with more all-American tradition than a crispy-crust fried chicken picnic with true-blue trimmings?
On the Menu
Tuesday, June 18 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Knife Sharpening Summer Event
At the Fairfield Location
Visit the Cooking School from 10:00am – 12noon and have your knives professionally sharpened while you wait with our Tru-Hone Commercial Knife Sharpener. $3.00 per paring knife and $5.00 each for all other knives in good condition.
Students attending classes in May 2013 will receive a coupon for two knives to be sharpened free of charge on June 22 only.
Saturday, June 22 | 10:00am - 12:00noon
Hands-On: Learn to Make Grilled Pizza
with Carol Tabone and Janet Hontanosas at the Fairfield Location
You’ll get a first-hand experience on how to make this sublime dish, crisp on the outside with a chewy interior. The dough is a snap to make and is the perfect meal on a warm summer evening. After you have tried Janet and Carol’s technique, you’ll never eat delivered pizza again!
On the Menu
Tuesday, June 25 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Please call 513.674.6059 to check for available seats.
Indian Rice Bowls
with Madhu Sinha at the Fairfield location
Born and raised in India, Madhu Sinha came to Cincinnati 13 years ago. Cooking is a passion with her. She loves to encourage her students to bring in the warm, nutty, and fragrant Indian spices into their kitchens and into their hearts. She holds a doctoral degree in Victorian Literature and teaches at the Miami University Hamilton campus.
Rice is more than a simple accompaniment to an entrée, it is a glorious meal in itself. Madhu introduces you to the rich tradition of rice as a main course. Loaded with flavor, these dishes are sure to entice you to make them at home.
On the Menu
Thursday, June 27 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
First Harvest - Seasonal Dishes from the Garden
with David Warda at the Fairfield location
The growing season begins with strawberries, peas, mint, chives, parsley, watercress, carrots, beets, new potatoes and rhubarb. Join David as he shares seasonal recipes from his Persian, Assyrian, Russian and Mexican family.
On the Menu
Tuesday, July 9 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Cancelled
Al Fresco Dining - Buffet Style
with Kim Baretta at the Fairfield location
Kim Baretta is a trained chef with experience catering and teaching cooking classes both in the United States and London, England. Having returned from England in 2006, Kim opened Garnish Catering on Kenwood Road in Blue Ash over 5 years ago. Her focus is catering, but she also sells "Gourmet Dinners to Go" Tuesday through Friday.
There are plenty of reasons to gather friends and neighbors for an outdoor party. When it comes to planning your next summer event, prepare in advance, forget the formality of matching plates and table linens and enjoy a relaxed backyard buffet with family and friends.
On the Menu
Thursday, July 11 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
From My Vietnamese Kitchen
with Sang Nguyen at the Fairfield location
Sang was 10 years old when her family escaped from Vietnam. She has spent most of her life here in Cincinnati. As the oldest of 6, learning to cook was a necessity. At 13 she was taught traditional Vietnamese cooking from her mother and then began to develop her own creations. Her husband and children motivated her to cook elaborate meals and hearing them say, "Thank you, Mommy," was music to her ears. For the past 3 years she has taught cooking classes, featuring her most popular dishes, in her home.
Admired for its fresh ingredients, minimal use of oil and reliance on fragrant herbs and vegetables, Vietnamese cooking is a popular request here at the Cooking School. Sang shares with us the traditional Vietnamese dishes she prepares for her family and friends.
On the Menu
Tuesday, July 16 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Hands-On: Kitchen Basics - Boot Camp
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
Enroll yourself, your college-aged son or daughter, newlyweds or anyone else who wants to learn or improve skills in the kitchen. Leigh will cover food and kitchen safety, how to read a recipe, knife skills, mise en place, stocking a pantry and more. Each student will don an apron and prep, practice and prepare in our kitchen with our staff. Register early, class size is limited to 12 adult students.
Day 1
Day 2
Day 1 Friday, July 19 | 10:00am - 1:30pm
Day 2 Saturday, July 20 | 10:00am - 1:30pm
$175.00 per person
Luscious Lemon Desserts
with Janet Hontanosas at the Fairfield location
When life gives you lemons - make dessert! Embrace the bright, tangy taste of citrus in these dazzling desserts. Nothing captures the essence of summer more than the bold, assertive and refreshing taste of lemon.
On the Menu
Tuesday, July 23 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Chicken Salad
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield location
Chicken salad gets an upgrade! Creative twists on a classic favorite showcase the versatility and personality of chicken salad as an uncomplicated, yet impressive, enterpiece for a summer meal.
On the Menu
Thursday, July 25 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $50.00 per person
Wine and Food: From the "Land Down Under"
with Laura Rinsky and Carol Tabone at the Fairfield Location
This past December Laura went on a 24 day journey through Australia & New Zealand. As it was summer there, all the markets were vibrant and abundant with local produce, as well as olive oils, cheeses, and other local culinary delights. Laura and her "mate" Carol have designed this menu based on the local in-season ingredients these markets had to offer.
On the Menu
Saturday, July 27 | 12:00 - 3:00pm | $65.00 per person
Summer Feast at the Grill
with Natasha Boutell at the Fairfield Location
Born and raised in Dallas, Natasha has traveled to Germany and throughout Europe where she discovered a love and passion for food. She pursued a degree in culinary arts from The French Culinary Institute in New York City in 2008. Throughout the years she has worked in some of New York City’s most illustrious restaurants, worked as a Private Chef for the Seagrams Seven family the past year, and has been a freelance chef for Fresh Flavors in the Hamptons, Dinner Belle NYC Catering, and has been teaching at My Cooking Party in New York, NY since 2009.
Eating seasonably is a pleasure during the summer months, especially when you can prepare fresh market ingredients on the grill. Experience the sizzle and aroma that entices people to line up with their plates at the ready to savor the feast!
On the Menu
Tuesday, July 30 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
A Lovely Menu for a Garden Party
with Carol Tabone and Janet Hontanosas at the Fairfield Location
Dining outdoors is one of the greatest pleasures of the season! Janet and Carol have designed a menu that helps you celebrate in style! All the recipes have captured the best of the season’s bold, fresh flavors. Set the date and make your guest list. It will give your friends something to sing about!
On the Menu
Thursday, August 1 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $50.00 per person
Summer Squash
with Janet Hontanosas at the Fairfield Location
The most prolific vegetable in the garden is also the most versatile. You won’t be at loss for ideas - Janet gives you plenty of fresh, memorable recipes for this delicious summer vegetable.
On the Menu
Tuesday, August 6 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | $40.00 per person
Hands-On: Grilling with Ellen - Sensational Tri-Tip
with Ellen Mueller at the Fairfield Location
Tip top tri-tip! Not a tongue-twister, but a beef-lover’s dream. Join Ellen as she slathers tri-tip steaks with memorable sauces laced with personality. It’s a summer menu packed with flavor that you will undoubtedly enjoy.
On the Menu
Thursday, August 8 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Coffee House Favorites
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
Walk into any coffee shop and the aroma of fresh-brewed "nectar of the gods" and bakehouse treats stops you in your tracks. Prepare these coffee house favorites in your own kitchen for breakfast, dessert or when you need a break. Help yourself to more than one with a great cup of coffee!
On the Menu
Saturday, August 10 | 11:00am - 1:00pm | $40.00 per person
Hands-On for Teens: Steaks on the Grill
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
Want to learn some skills in the kitchen and on the grill? We invite teens to don an apron and start chopping, grilling and preparing steakhouse favorites. Our staff will work with each group to help them learn proper technique and kitchen safety while making a really great meal.
On the Menu
Tuesday, August 13 | 11:00am - 1:00pm | $50.00 per person
Vera Bradley Signature Brunch
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
As a farewell to our Vera Bradley series, we invite you to join us for a classic brunch menu elegantly presented. Uncomplicated and sophisticated, a perfect mix of simple and delicious! Our day students wanted a Vera Bradley class and here it is!
Our friends at Vera Bradley will provide a gift for each person, and one lucky student will take home a very nice surprise!
On the Menu
Thursday, August 15 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $50.00 per person
Another New Year - Rosh Hashanah
with David Warda at the Fairfield Location
A menu infused with sweet vegetables, fruits and honey symbolize the hope of a "Sweet New Year." Join David Warda as he shares recipes that reflect his family’s mix of Middle Eastern and Eastern European cultures.
On the Menu
Tuesday, August 20 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Hands-On: Cruise to Jamaica!
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs at the Fairfield Location
Sandy beaches and gentle breezes beckon. Come on over, relax and savor the flavors of the islands. With a blend of pungent herbs, cooling spices and refreshing tropical fruit, you’ll be sailing in our kitchen!
On the Menu
Thursday, August 22 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Partial Hands-On: The Great American Pie
with Richard Prince at the Fairfield Location
Back by popular demand, Richard joins us to introduce the novice and the seasoned pie-maker to his incredibly flaky pie crust. Each student will make a lard crust to take home. But that’s not all! Richard dresses up 5 of his flaky crusts with seasonal fruit and other delectable fillings. If pie is your favorite dessert, you won’t want to miss this!
On the Menu
Tuesday, August 27 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Flavors of the Mediterranean
with Susan Diehl at the Fairfield Location
Let Susan take you on a trip to the sun-filled, mild waters of the Mediterranean. Her menu showcases the diversity of culinary influences that have shaped Mediterranean cuisine - bountiful vegetables, pungent olive oil and fresh herbs. Opa!
On the Menu
Thursday, August 29 | 6:00 - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person