A Star-Studded Oscar Night Party
with Janet Hontanosas and Carol Tabone
Lights! Camera! Action and Dinner! If you can’t make it to the Kodak Theater this year, create your own glamour with Janet and Carol’s glitzy Oscar night dinner. This menu pulls out all the stops! Invite your cast of characters and let the fun begin with a meal that will receive rave reviews!
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Wednesday, February 22 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $55.00 per person
Thursday, February 23 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $55.00 per person
Wine and Food: A Food and Wine Lover’s Journey Through Northern Italy
with Laura Rinsky, Carol Tabone and Dave Schmerr
This past October Laura traveled through Northern Italy, starting in Maggiore, known for its lake perch and risotto, then on to the Cinque Terre where basil grows wild and the steep slopes are planted with olive groves and vineyards, then ending up in the Piemontese countryside for sophisticated French-inspired cuisine and big Italian red wines. Join Carol and Laura to learn more about the region through its food and wine.
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Monday, February 27 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | $65.00 per person
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Hands-On: Cooking with a Partner...Italian Polenta Board
with Carol Tabone
This is the most unique class you will ever take! One of Carol's favorite restaurants in her hometown prepares this dish every Monday night.
You'll learn to make a rich Bolognese Sauce filled with tomatoes, meat and mushrooms. The sauce alone is worth the price of the class! You will stir polenta until creamy and then spread it on a board, making a well for the sauce. After a good sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, you'll have fun sharing this luscious meal.
A big tossed salad and biscotti will also be prepared. Of course, a good Italian Vino and crusty bread will be the perfect complement to this great feast.
Thurday, March 1 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | $65.00 per person
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Lunch with Leigh - Flavors of Morocco
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs
Tantalizing aromas will greet our lunch guests as they gather to sample a slice of Morocco. Contemporary twists on traditional mainstay dishes make it easy to prepare this popular North African cuisine.
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Friday, March 2 | 11:00am - 12:30pm | $35.00 per person
A Seasonal Spring Dinner
with Paul Dagenbach and Mark Khudyak
Wonderfully vivid flavors highlight this spring menu. Paul and Mark will present dishes that look as delicious as they taste. Celebrate the arrival of spring with this perfect dinner menu.
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Monday, March 5 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Beer and Food: German Cuisine
with Rita Heikenfeld and Jim Hennessey
Some of Rita's most endearing recipes have their roots in German cuisine. Rita's German mother-in-law, Clara, was a homespun German cook. Her daughter-in-law, Inge, was born in Germany and had her own restaurant there. Rita learned from Clara and Inge how to make classic German food. She shares her husband's German heritage in this one-of-a kind class. Jim will pair just the right beers to complement Frau Rita's menu.
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Tuesday, March 6 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $55.00 per person
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Hands-On: Oodles of Noodles
with Susan Diehl
Spring is almost here! Enjoy this class full of lighter fare in anticipation of sunny days ahead. You'll have oodles of fun.
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Thursday, March 8 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
Hands-On: Tuscan Dinner
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs
Tie on an apron and get ready to make a meal saluting Italy's bounty. You will chop, slice and grill your way to a delicious dinner. Bon appetito!
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Saturday, March 10 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $55.00 per person
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A Special Sunday Spring Brunch
with Janet Hontanosas and Carol Tabone
The best brunch begins with a great brunch menu! Janet and Carol give you an interesting variety of terrific dishes. The advent of Spring is a good time to enjoy a festive mid-day feast with family and friends at a weekend party, Mother's Day, Easter or any special event. Join them for a rite-of-spring get-together that will sure to be a hit!
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Wednesday, March 14 | 11:00am - 1:30pm | $50.00 per person
Thursday, March 15 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Great Grains: Part 2
with Janet Hontanosas
Whole grains continue to garner attention because of their delicious contribution to healthy diets. Janet prepares more grainy goodness for you to sample and add to your repertoire of tasty good-for-you recipes.
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Tuesday, March 22 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm | $40.00 per person
Easter Pleasers...
with Lisa Cooper Holmes
You'll be an apprentice to the Easter Bunny this Spring with this demo by Lisa Cooper Holmes from Haute Chocolate, Inc. A class chockfull of "technique and treats" to facilitate your Springtime Basket preparation.
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Monday, March 26 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Tequila and Food Pairing Class
with Peter Wagner and Leigh Barnhart Ochs
Peter Wagner is back to share information, traditions and lore about tequila. Pete will guide you through the complexities of tequila when paired with Leigh's spirit-inspired recipes. This distinctive tasting experience will conclude with the uncommonly rich, complex and extravagant Extra Añejo. Olé!
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Thursday, March 29 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
My Assyrian, Persian, Armenian Grandmother
with David Warda
"Mama Joe" had an Assyrian father, an Armenian mother, grew up in Persia and spoke Turkish. Her cooking was a unique combination of cultures and flavors. Join, David Warda, author of "Assyrian Cookery", for this warm and hearty winter menu of family favorites.
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Tuesday, April 3 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
A Posh and Portable Feast
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs
Leigh presents a memorable luncheon that will inspire you to plan your own unique shower, graduation or special occasion. Beyond recipes, you will learn creative packaging and unique presentation ideas that will "Wow!" your party guests.
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Tuesday, April 10 | 11:00am - 1:00pm | $40.00 per person
Beef and Beer Lover's Dinner
with John Bostick
John has planned a hearty meat-lover’s menu. Classic flavors and fresh ingredients will satisfy a discriminating big appetite. John will choose beer that complements his menu. Be sure to save room for dessert!
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Thursday, April 12 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Wine and Food of Napa Valley
with Carol Tabone and Dave Schmerr
Carol and Dave transport you to Napa Valley, a premier destination for dining at renowned restaurants and wine tasting at its best! Their class is a combination of a stellar menu plus special complementary wines. Join them for dishes that will surely put new energy into your cooking!
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Saturday, April 14 | 12:00pm - 3:00pm | $65.00 per person
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Hands-On: Dip and Swirl...A Fun Fondue Class
with Susan Diehl
Enjoy a glass of wine while you learn the fundamentals of fondue. Susan will introduce you to flavorful and unusual ingredients that you can dip in savory and sweet sauces. Come rediscover the joys of fondue.
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Monday, April 16 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person
The Flexitarian Dinner
with Penny Behnes
With more people becoming vegetarian, but maybe not the whole family, wouldn't it be good to have some staple dishes that could be made for carnivores and herbivores alike? In this class, Penny will provide you with delicious, fresh ideas to make the same meal two ways - the flexitarian way!
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Tuesday, April 17 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
A Stylish Spring Dinner Party
with Janet Hontanosas
If you like to give dinner parties, Janet has designed a complete menu that can be prepared and completed before all the guests arrive! This class is a must for those who love a no-fuss menu! One lucky student will take home a professional baking sheet, French tapered rolling pin and parchment paper, valued at $39.
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Thursday, April 19 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Deliciously Inventive Baked Pastas
with Laura Rinsky and Carol Tabone
This generous menu will create special dishes perfect for sharing with family and friends. Join Laura and Carol as they cook up some "pasta magic" with these soul-satisfying dishes that can grace a casual or formal table.
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Monday, April 23 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $50.00 per person
Celebrating Spring Vegetables
with Janet Hontanosas
From asparagus to artichokes to peas and baby carrots, spring brings a fresh crop of sweet, versatile vegetables that brighten any meal. Along with delicious recipes, Janet will share her technique for selecting fresh artichokes and cleaning them easily.
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Monday, April 26 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm | $40.00 per person
Hands-on: "Cook for a Cause" Ronald McDonald House Brunch
with Leigh Barnhart Ochs
Join us as we hold our class at the Ronald McDonald House in Clifton. We will prepare and serve a home-cooked brunch to the guest families of Ronald McDonald House. This program provides a much needed service to families who are supporting their sick children.
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Saturday, April 28 | 8:30am - 12:30pm | $50.00 per person
This class is off-site. We will meet at the Ronald McDonald House. When you register you will receive additional information.
Hands-on: Grilling with Ellen
with Ellen Mueller
Ellen is our resident grill expert and she invites you to join her on the deck here at the Cooking School. Spicy, savory and sweet flavors abound in this menu for the approaching grilling season. Ready, set, grill!
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Monday, April 30 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | $65.00 per person