ADULT PROGRAMS | CULINARY SKILLS
CULINARY SKILLS FREEZER MEAL PREP
Prep along with Kirsten & Megan in your own kitchen to stock your freezer! As we all prep and assemble different entrees together we’ll talk about Meal Planning and make ahead tips & tricks. You’ll receive an extensive shopping list & recipe handout before class (with lots of substitutions for GF, DF, and meatless options) and after class a link to the recording for future reference. Instructor: Kirsten Madaus 4125-W1 1 Session: $26 Saturday, January 24 | 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Location: Online DIM SUM FOR BEGINNERS Dim Sum is a popular style of Cantonese cuisines that include small dishes that highlight different flavor profiles and cooking techniques. In this online interactive class, we will make cha shu chicken pastry, braised chicken with mushrooms, and vegetables with ginger garlic sauce. Instructor: Ploy Khunisorn 4067-W1 1 Session: $32 Thursday, January 29 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Online PATE A CHOUX: ECLAIRS AND CREAM PUFFS Pâte à Choux is a versatile pastry base that can be transformed into a variety of delicious desserts. In this online interactive class, we’ll make cream puffs and éclairs using the pâte à choux technique. We will fill them with delicious pastry cream and dip them in chocolate glaze. Instructor: Ploy Khunisorn 4070-W1 1 Session: $32 Thursday, February 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Online FLAVOR FORWARD SPRING BOWL MEALS Spring into fresh flavors with Kirsten in this live online cooking class. We’ll start by preparing a grain base and a protein and while those are cooking we’ll make a sauce and some fresh sides, then assemble everything to enjoy now OR pack separately for meal prep. Instructor: Kirsten Madaus 4126-W1 1 Session: $26 Thursday, February 26 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Online
INDIAN STYLE CHICKEN CURRY In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make Indian- Style Chicken Curry from scratch. You’ll discover the essential spices used for the dish and receive a take-home sample of the spice blend to recreate the magic at home. Instructor: Jaidev Balchandani 4124-W1 1 Session: $59 Wednesday, February 4 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Location: VVM 111 4124-W2 1 Session: $59 Monday, March 2 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Location: VVM 111 INDIAN CLASSIC PALAK PANEER Unlock the vibrant, aromatic secrets of North Indian cuisine in this hands-on workshop focused on the vegetarian favorite, Palak Paneer. Learn spice mastery, proper spinach technique, and how to cook perfect paneer. All skill levels welcome—enjoy your fresh meal with rice or naan! Instructor: Jaidev Balchandani 4128-W1 1 Session: $59 Wednesday, February 18 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Location: VVM 111 4128-W2 1 Session: $59 Monday, March 16 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Location: VVM 111 LAKSA: SINGAPORE CURRY NOODLE SOUP Bring the Singapore hawker center home! Learn to make delicious Singapore Laksa from scratch, starting with the essential homemade paste. We’ll combine it with chicken, shrimp, and tofu (or your choice!) for an
authentic, unforgettable meal. Instructor: Ploy Khunisorn 4071-S1
1 Session: $32
Thursday, March 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Online
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