This whirlwind tour of Spain's magnificent culinary traditions covers all sorts of sweet and savory ground, from seafood to paella to saffron and sangria. With Chef Ingrid Wright as your guide, you'll put together a fiesta-worthy meal of: patatas bravas; tortillas españolas; paella valenciana; empanadas de carne (baked meat pies); stuffed squid; fabada (traditional Spanish bean-and-ham dish); pescado a la sal cocinada (whole fish baked in salt); and pears with honey and saffron; to drink, we'll quaff plenty of sangria.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
Unlock more Thai culinary secrets in "Essentials of Thai Cooking II.” This hands-on class builds on fundamental techniques, guiding you through authentic dishes and dispensing lessons in more rigorous skills. Master the refreshingly crunchy Green Papaya Salad, then temper the hot and sour notes of Tom Yum with Shrimp. Learn to stir-fry savory Pad See Ew with Chicken and layer flavor in Green Curry with potato and eggplant. Finally, discover the secret to perfectly fluffed Coconut Jasmine Rice. Expand your Thai cooking repertoire and impress your friends with these delicious, restaurant-quality creations!
Explore the unique ingredients, simple techniques and sometimes fiery recipes of Thai cooking, one of the most distinctive of Southeast Asia. You’ll learn to cook authentic versions of some of the country’s most popular recipes. You’ll make: summer rolls with dipping sauce; satay with peanut sauce; yellow curry chicken; jasmine rice and pad Thai.
This four-session continuation of the Wine Essentials series offers in-depth exploration and tastings of some of the world’s more interesting and unusual wines. Studies will include an expanded array of lesser-known varietals and wines, as each class concentrates on one wine category and delves into the wines’ production, characteristics and uses, including discussions of food and wine pairing. Session 1: Advanced White Wines: Side-by-Side Tasting of Interesting Aromatic and Fruity Wines. Session 2: Advanced Red Wines: In-Depth Comparison of Selected Wines From Old and New World Regions. Session 3: Off-Dry to Sweet: Exploration of Elegant Rieslings to Cru Classé Sauternes. Session 4: Fortified and Aromatized Wines With Wine Service: Fascinating Wines, From Vermouths and Sherries to Madeiras and Portos.
Braising - searing at a high temperature, then finishing in a liquid at a lower temperature to infuse flavor - can add umami and more to pretty much any meal! And the best part is, it creates tender, juicy dishes with a minimum of effort. We'll master this technique as we make a braised banquet of: Guinness-braised short ribs with creamy polenta; braised chicken thighs with mushrooms and balsamic vinegar and braised fennel.
Ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019), our roster of Chef-Instructors have run top kitchens around the globe.
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