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CLASS SCHEDULE The March and April classes are shown
here for convenience of attendees and for information, most are reserved full
as of February 20, 2010. We began
taking reservations for these classes in December 2009. We take a small
number of names for each class in case of a cancelled reservation. The classes for
May and June 2010 (below) were posted online for reservations on February 20,
2010. PIZZA STONE COOKERY Wednesday March 3 - or - Thursday March 4 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Learn
how to use a pizza stone in your home oven for delicious home baked goodness
which goes even beyond pizza. Several great pizza topping ideas will be
presented, as well as learning how to use the stone for biscuit baking, etc.
Class includes appetizer, salad, and dessert along with wine pairings. IRISH STEW WITH MURPHY! Wednesday March 10 - or - Thursday
March 11 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Get
a wee bit of Irish luck and good cooking with this fabulous class featuring a
vegetable stew flavored with Murphy's Irish whiskey, Dorothy's special corned
beef and cabbage, baked eggs with smoked salmon, Dover sole, and homemade
Irish Cream. All of this paired with great local Central Coast of California
wines EASTERN AFRICAN COOKING Thursday March 18 ONLY 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 This
special class is back by popular demand for those who missed it last year! A
bit of history and remembrances from a summer stay in the city of TEMPURA AND
SIZZLING RICE Wednesday March 24 - or - Thursday
March 25 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 A
fabulous menu for home cooking using a wok and lots of great ingredients such
as seafood, vegetables and rice. Learn about the best oils to use for wok
style frying, and sample several varieties of Asian rice dishes. This special
class also features wine pairings, a salad and a fresh fruit dessert. EASTER FEAST! Wednesday March 31 - or - Thursday
April 1 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 A
springtime cooking class to welcome the season, featuring some classic foods with
a special new look for a wonderful Easter dinner. Baked ham with a tangy
tasty sauce covered with whipped potatoes, fresh green salad with herbed
dressing, fresh fruits of the season, and New Zealand Pavlova for dessert.
Wine pairings included. Don't miss this festive class!. KNIFE SKILLS AND MAINTENANCE CLASS Saturday April 3 1:00
– 3:00 pm $15 This
semi-hands on class will teach basic techniques of using a good, sharp knife
each time you cook, especially choosing the correct knife for the task at
hand. Also, learn how and why proper maintenance of your kitchen knives is so
important. You will learn Dorothy's mantra: " LOCAL VEGETABLES
AND FISH Wednesday April 7 - or - Thursday April 8 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 This
class proudly features all locally grown vegetables and fish. Learn once
again how versatile farm fresh vegetables can be for all kinds of cooking
methods, such as stir-fry, sauté, roasting, in salads and more. Class
includes appetizers, a main dish of both fish and vegetables, salads, and
dessert along with wine pairings. TAX-BREAK BEEF
POT PIES Wednesday April 14 - or - Thursday April 15 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 It's
tax deadline week and Beef Pot Pie may be just the perfect meal! Learn how to
make flaky crust, and how to create a delectable meat filling that won't
break the bank. Paired with appetizers featuring cheeses made in CHICKEN PAPRIKA
AND NOODLES Wednesday April 21 - or - Thursday April 22 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Learn
the procedures of simmering chicken, this one in a sweet Hungarian paprika
sauce, This class also features quick and natural homemade noodles (with or
without a pasta machine) which are perfect when served with the creamy
chicken and sauce. Along with an appetizer, a salad with healthful olive oil
and balsamic dressing, chocolate cherry dessert, and several wine pairings
this is a great menu for your family and friends!. TAMALES AND MORE Wednesday, April 28
ONLY 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Celebrate The following classes
were posted for reservations on February 20, 2010 OMELETTES AND POPOVERS Wednesday May 5 - or - Thursday May 6 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Exquisite egg cookery at its finest! Learn the
techniques of great omelette making from the selection of the pan to the eggs
and to the fillings, both stove-top and over baked. Also features a fresh
herb and ground meat sausage recipe, sauces, appetizers, salad, and dessert
along with wine pairings. LET'S DO CAJUN/CREOLE!! Wednesday May 12 - or - Thursday May 13 6:00 – 8:00 pm $45 Jambalaya,
Cajun sausages, fresh local greens, cheeses, Beignets, vegetables, salads,
and a wonderful bread pudding! Need we say more? Don't miss this special
class, also featuring local FRESH LOCAL VEGETABLES AND SEAFOOD Wednesday May 19 - or - Thursday May 20 6:00 – 8:00 pm $45 Seems
we can never get enough of this lesson! Learn techniques of cooking fresh
seafood to perfection, which means learning how to shop for it! Learn how to
sauté pan-fry, grill, bake and steam fish. Paired with herbs, sauces,
specialty sea salts, and local fresh vegetables this is a lesson in easy
healthful eating! Wine pairings included.. IT'S JUST THE BERRIES! Wednesday May 26 - or - Thursday May 27 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Fresh
strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and others will be
featured in appetizers with cheeses, Strawberry Salsa with Meatballs, Spicy
Herbed Berry Sauce with Pan Grilled Chicken, salad dressings, and
old-fashioned double crust red and black raspberry pie. Wine pairing
included. A TRIP DOWN THE Wednesday June 2 - or - Thursday June 3 6:00 – 8:00 pm $45 A collection of wonderful German recipes
featuring fresh mushroom soup and sausages, Beef Short Ribs with Lemon Caper
Sauce, German Potato Salad, fresh plum compote, vegetables, and a lighter
version of Black Forest Kirsch Cake. Wine pairings included. TAMALES AND MORE Wednesday June 9 - or - Thursday June 10 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Celebrate KNIFE SKILLS AND MAINTENANCE CLASS Saturday June 12 1:00
– 3:00 pm $15 This
semi-hands on class will teach basic techniques of using a good, sharp knife
each time you cook, especially choosing the correct knife for the task at
hand. Also, learn how and why proper maintenance of your kitchen knives is so
important. You will learn Dorothy's mantra: " CHINESE CUISINE Wednesday June 16 - or - Thursday June 17 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Learn the techniques for making these popular
Chinese foods in the comfort of your own kitchen! Learn how to make Egg Foo
Yung, Shrimp Chow Mein, Sweet and Sour Pork, Chinese Fried Rice, Egg Drop
Soup, and more including a refreshing fruit dessert. Great wine pairing
included. VEGETABLES! LASAGNA! SUMMER SOUP! Wednesday June 23 - or - Thursday June 24 6:00
– 8:00 pm $45 Gather up those fresh local vegetables and herbs
from the garden and farmer's markets! Learn some wonderful techniques of
preparing a vegetable lasagna with your own homemade lasagna noodles, how to
chop, cut, dice for summer soups t hot and cold, salads, side dishes, and
more! Eating raw, steamed, braised, roast smoked veggies is what it is all
about. Great local wines featured in the wine pairings. FOURTH OF JULY IN FIFTY STATES Wednesday June 30 - or - Thursday July 1 6:00 – 8:00 pm $45 This class will feature folk lore and foods from
ea this American Foods Class, which goes way beyond Barbequed Burgers, Fish
and seafood, meats (including venison and duck), vegetables, sauces, and
more, including a deluxe version of Strawberry Shortcake. Food fusion for fun and patriotism! Wine
pairings included. (red, white, or blue?)
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