November 2019
The Best of the Northeast (D) – $90 Per Person – 11/22/19
The cuisine of New England traces its roots to England. It is characterized by extensive use of seafood and dairy products, which results from its historical reliance on its seaports and fishing industry, as well as extensive dairy farming in inland regions. Fall and winter are the perfect time of year for this cuisine. Stuffies (stuffed clams) - a Rhode Island favorite; New England Clam Chowder; Shrimp Toast; Lobster Rolls with Fresh- Made Buns, served with Fries and Chips; Boston…
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Knife Skills (P) – $80 Per Person – 12/5/19
Preparation of any meal, gourmet or otherwise, begins here. You will learn the proper techniques for handling, sharpening, and caring for knives. This class includes an overview of the types of knives and their uses. Students learn basic cuts including brunoise, dice, julienne, and how to break down (debone) a whole chicken. Bringing your own knives is optional, but encouraged. A delicious meal will be prepared from the ingredients used in class. Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Fresh Ginger and…
Find out more »Chef’s Tasting (D) – $90 Per Person – 12/6/19
Coming to the mainstream in the 1990s, tasting menus evolved into elaborate showcases highlighting the culinary artistry of the chef. Chef Pete created this special menu with big, bold flavors to delight your palate! Oxtail Stuffed with Baby Squid over Cremini Mushrooms with Mustard Oil and Braising Reduction; Slow Roasted Seasonal Fish over Red Wine Risotto and Grilled Asparagus; Chocolate Domes filled with several flavors and covered with Mirror Glaze
Find out more »“Chef” – The Movie (D) – $85 Per Person – 12/7/19
Favreau plays a chef who, after a public altercation with a food critic, quits his job at a popular Los Angeles restaurant to operate a food truck with his young son. Inspired by the movie “Chef”, this class is about enjoying life, having fun, and cooking the things you love to cook (AND eat)! An Amuse of Four Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup; Spicy Pasta Aglio e Olio; Mojo Marinated Pork Shoulder with Yucca Fries and Homemade Banana Ketchup;…
Find out more »Elegance of the Plate (D) – $90 Per Person – 12/12/19
Chefs are moving away from towering food and swooshes of sauce on plates to a simpler, more elegant plating style. The food should look refined and elegant, but it should also look effortless, even if you have a lot of technique behind it. Chef Pete continues this series, not only with fabulous food, but also with some fine plating technics. Shrimp Bisque; Rack of Lamb Chops with Tomato Concasse with Mint Oil; Grilled Rolled Eggplant Stuffed with Fresh Made Ricotta…
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