Of the many steakhouses in the U.S., few have a “signature dish.” Among those that do, their claims to fame range from sides and sweets to the steaks themselves. In this cooking class, you’ll prepare a multi-course meal of signature dishes from America’s most renowned steakhouses. Recipes include: chopped salad with hearts of palm, artichoke hearts, and blue cheese from Morton's in Chicago; skirt steak with red wine mojo and orange salsa from Chef Allen's in Aventura, Florida; German-style hash brown potatoes from Peter Luger in Brooklyn, New York; plus mushrooms and onions from Morton's.
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.
Learn how to make the dumplings from throughout Asia - all hands-on. We'll also create perfect dipping sauces. In this make and take class, you'll prepare: steamed shrimp shao mai with orange dipping sauce; deep fried chicken wontons; pork and chive pot-stickers with black vinegar dipping sauce and vegetable gyoza with spicy dipping sauce.
Join VP of Culinary Chef Barry Tonkinson to explore the art of the contemporary cooking for Amuse Bouche, the palate awakener that you can expect at any fine dining establishment. Learn techniques to advance your skills such as low temperature cooking, infused oils, siphon sauces, fluid gels and leaf emulsions. In this class we will make Brioche, Egg Yolk Gel, Caviar and Chive Emulsion; Crab Salad, Yuzu Hollandaise and Puffed Rice; Tempura Fried Oyster, Oyster Cream, Lovage Oil, Citrus Air, and Cured Hamachi, Potato Souffle, with Finger Lime.
Evoke the Old World with these nonna-approved classic desserts, creating flavors that instantly transport you to Italy (or Little Italy!). We'll use pignoli nuts to bake perfectly light cookies, set the custard for a rich panna cotta and more! Your traditional dessert menu includes: tiramisu; panna cotta; and pignoli cookies.
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