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Each class is priced based on instructor, content and food cost. Unless otherwise noted each participant will receive a glass of wine served in Riedel stemware and samples of each receipe. Printed receipes will also be provided. Classes last about 2 hours unless otherwise noted. Class size is limited to a maximum of 20 people with 14 people required for a class to be offered.
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Jul 10 |
Sizzling Brazilian Style
Chriss Jones $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Enjoy a vast array of internationally influenced foods beginning with Brazilian Style Shrimp Cerviche, Ginger & Mandarin Orange Salad, Marinated Sea Bass with spicy honey carrot puree served with amethyst Brazilian potatoes and asparagus. Dessert will be a traditional favorite Rice Pudding with an added flare.
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Jul 14 |
Infusion of Flavors
David Evans $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
First, an oriental buffet favorite of Fried Shrimp Toast as a starter, followed by a flavorful Cream of Asparagus Soup with Lump Crab Meat. A salad of Garlic Croutons and young greens tossed with a Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette, and for dessert, Jasmine Rice Pudding and Fresh Irish Cream Liquor
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Jul 15 |
Grilling South of the Border
John Volype $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You’ll love these classic Mexican fajitas beginning with a marinade that has been specially blended with powerful flavors for the skirt steak which will be grilled to perfection, fresh from scratch Pico de Gallo and hand made fresh Guacamole all wrapped up with freshly made tortillas. You’ll top the night off with an Abuelos favorite dessert.
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Jul 16 |
A Passion for Picnics
Kevin Weeks $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
eKvin’s family has always had a thing about picnics enjoying them on vacations, on the living room floor, in the snow covered Smokies, and even at the pyramids in Giza. Tonight we’ll explore some exciting new menu ideas for a picnic, tailgate or pool party, with New Orleans style Muffaletta on fresh baked Italian bread, Tuna-stuffed deviled eggs, Curried Chicken Salad, and Applesauce
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Jul 22 |
Almost Famous Lasagna Encore
Rick Schnell $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Enjoy seasonal favorites with a Hummus Duo of roasted red pepper Hummus served with pita bread & Black bean Hummus served with Lavash. Chef Rich almost became famous with his very own vegetarian take on Lasagna- from scratch made pesto Alfredo and Pomodoro sauces and grilled mixed vegetables. Girl Scout Napoleon- a great way to make those thin mints with towers of cookies layered with white chocolate mousse, a treat your family will love for years to come
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Jul 24 |
A Trip to Italy
Mark McKinney $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Be whisked away with a culinary adventure to Italy. We will start with a Roasted Red Pepper and Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta finished with a Balsamic Glaze. For the entrée we progress to a wonderful Wild Mushroom and Prosciutto Orzo. To finish, a play on an Italian staple, Chocolate Panini with Vanilla Cream and Fresh Strawberries
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Jul 28 |
California Rolls
John Stacy $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
with Salmon, Avocado, Enjoy a night of sushi, California style with cucumber, avocado, and crab; Rainbow Cali roll, topped with an assortment of fish and avocado; Royale- Cucumber Cream Cheese Crab and Tempura Fried Shrimp, topped and Garlic Eel Sauce; Baha Cali roll, topped with Tuna, Avocado, and Mango
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Jul 29 |
Martini Party
Terri Geiser $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
We’ll try a couple of flavorful Martini samples with an exciting menu of appetizers, beginning with Endive stuffed with Goat Cheese Apricots & Walnuts, Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Pomegranate Molasses, Smoked Chorizo Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Clam Casino with Pancetta, and Lemon Lime Tarts, all in time for a great summer party.
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Jul 30 |
Pizza - Food for the Young at Heart
Kevin Weeks $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
GIs returning from World War II brought back an appetite for this Neapolitan dish, which has become one of the most popular American foods. The key to great pizza is simple—it’s all in the dough. Menu: Pizza Blanca, Chicago-style pizza, Neapolitan Pizza, Dessert Pizza. Come and join us for a great night!
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August
Aug 4 |
Simply Sensational
David Pinckney $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
By land and by sea we’ll go tonight beginning with grilled shrimp gazpacho with cilantro sour cream, oven roasted free range chicken with morels & asparagus in a gingered chicken stock sauce, white chocolate bread pudding with caramel sauce.
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Aug 6 |
Berry Berry GOOD
Terri Geiser $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:01 PM
In this class, we will take advantage of the sweetest fruits of the season- Pecan Chicken with Blackberry Bourbon Sauce, Salad Greens with Feta, Bacon, & Walnuts with Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette, Strawberry Buttermilk Shortcakes with Brandy and Nutmeg whipped cream. A crisp fruity flavored Sauvignon Blanc will be served to compliment the meal.
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Aug 11 |
Summer Flavors from the Chesapeake
Janet Powell $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
This class will feature recipes from the Chesapeake Bay Area- Chesapeake Bay Crab Imperial, accompanied by Maryland Style Corn Fritters, Gingered Baby Carrots, and Hot Slaw. Fresh Amaretto Peach Pie will top out the evening.
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Aug 14 |
Get Out the Grill
Gerry Gardner $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Using accessible seasonal ingredients and a touch of the Mediterranean, this class will be unique and wonderful. Starting with Sicilian Shrimp with Grilled Tomato Relish; Rosemary Chicken with Grilled Corn Succotash; finishing with a delicious grilled “Peach Melba”.
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Aug 18 |
The Way to Your Heart
David Evans $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
An appetizer of Spicy Shrimp Filled Finnish Pasties followed by a Hearty Southern favorite of Potato Cheese Soup. Crisp Romaine Hearts and Shredded Baby Carrots topped with Zante Currants and a Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing. Finishing with a refreshing delight of Tropical Brulee flavored with Lemon Grass and Kefir Lime Leaves, topped with a Whipped Coconut Chantilly Crème
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Aug 20 |
Middle Eastern Cuisine
Kevin Weeks $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Middle Eastern cuisine in this country is sometimes neglected which is a shame because it is some of the most flavorful food in the world with a deep and rich history that combines its Mediterranean origins with the spices and herbs of the Far East. Menu: Cold Cucumber and Mint Soup, Tabbouleh, Chicken Tagine, Apricot & Yogurt Cake.
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Aug 26 |
Spanish Tapas
Rich Schnell $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Popular throughout Spain in bars and restaurants, tapas are appetizers served as small plates that usually accompany aperitifs or cocktails. Tonight we’ll celebrate this trendy meal beginning with very traditional favorites: Marinated olives, Prosciutto wrapped melon and mozzarella, Asparagus with Feta, Lemon zest & basil oil, Lobster risotto cakes, Duck confit with Red onion jam, finishing with a traditional Spanish chocolate cake. A Spanish wine will also be served.
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Aug 28 |
Spice up the Sushi
John Stacy $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Spicy Tuna- Cucumber Tuna and Sambal; Crazy Tuna- spicy Tuna, topped with seared Albacore, Avocado, and Garlic Ponzu, Cali-Roll Cucumber, Avocado, and Crab, Hawaiian- Cali-roll, topped with spicy Tuna, Ponzu, Sesame oil, Roe Scallions.
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September
Sep 8 |
Pasta & Wine
Chriss Jones $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
We’ll enjoy some of Pasta Trio’s favorites with white wine and butter Italian Style Mussels, Pasta Fusilli soup, Jumbo Sea Scallops with Pomodori Sauce with Linguine and Baby Spinach. We’ll top the evening with a beautiful and delicious dessert parfait.
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Sep 10 |
The English Pub
Kevin Weeks $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The English have always had a great reputation for their pub food and this menu will be a tribute to that reputation. The night will hold in store a delicious Steak and Guinness Pie, Bangers and Mash, Chicken Curry and Welsh Rarebit. We’ll also enjoy a sample of a favorite pub beer.
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Sep 15 |
Top Five in Atlanta’s Finest
Stephen Herman $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Stephen, executive chef in one of Atlanta’s finest French restaurants, will prepare some of his favorites. The menu will begin with golden tomato gazpacho, avocado tartare with basil oil, pan roasted George's bank diver scallops, local field pea succotash & crisp prosciutto, and local peach crostada, wild honey ice cream & warm caramel.
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Sep 17 |
Wonderful Fall Dinner
Ellen McPherson $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
This dinner will wake up the taste buds starting with Wasabi Crusted Pork, Asian Mixed Rice Salad with Sesame Green Beans, finishing with individual Chinese Gooseberry Trifles.
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Sep 24 |
Chocolate for the Holidays
Brad & Joy Hamlet $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Delight your sweet tooth with Gingerbread Truffles & Candy-Cane Truffles. Joy will be sharing her famous Chocolate Brownies with great baking tips, finishing with Bradley's Chocolate Torte with Honey Graham Cracker Crust.
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Sep 27 |
Stove Top Smoking for Indoors
Free Cooking Demonstration
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join Us For a FREE Demonstration- a stove top smoker for indoors. You’ll love the results and the flavor. We’ll smoke a brisket and a chicken for you to sample. Everyone attending the demo will receive 10% off the purchase of your very own indoor smoker.
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Sep 29 |
Southern Flare!
Mark McKinney $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The menu will start with a Country Ham and Arugula Flatbread with Local Cheeses. Next we focus on Pan Seared Halibut with a Sauté of local Corn, Shallots, Heirloom Tomatoes and Haricot Verts, finished with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette. For dessert we have homemade Coconut Ice Cream with Ginger Macerated Blueberries.
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October
Oct 2 |
Home for the Holidays
Gerry Gardner $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
When you cook this meal, it will be hard to tell who’s happier, you or your guests. Romaine Salad with Creamy Parmesan Dressing, Roasted Tenderloin of Beef, a special cut of meat cooked to perfection and served with Winter Root Vegetable Ragout. For Desert a Balsamic Roasted Pear with Pistachio Brittle and Stilton Bleu Cheese, great combination of flavors.
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Oct 6 |
Tuna & Swordfish
David Evans $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
We start with a refreshing appetizer of zesty Roasted Garlic Hummus bi Tahini served with Chapatti (fresh Indian flat bread). This is followed by a light Spring Mix Salad topped with a robust Gorgonzola Blue Cheese Dressing. A main course of hearty Blackened Tuna and Swordfish Seafood Chili, finishing with a Fresh Ginger Pudding topped with mango and Bittersweet Chocolate Ganache.
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Oct 8 |
New Southern Cuisine
Whitney Vaughn $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Tonight’s menu features Vidalia onion Goat Cheese Tart- Vidalia onion, goat cheese, Benton’s Bacon in a Stone Ground Cornmeal Crust, Scallop & Mushroom Pasta- dry Pack Sea Scallops, Wild Mushrooms, Benton’s Bacon, Parmesan Cream, Penne Pasta with a drizzle of Black Truffle Oil, Cornbread Croutons with a fresh green salad and Cranberry Orange Sorbet.
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Oct 11 |
Sweet & Savory Brunch
Terri Geiser $30.00
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Terri will prepare several treats for you to sample, featuring Nordic Ware. You will be able to take these recipes home and delight your family with this Brunch for a special holiday, birthday or just because: Menu: Sparkling Fruit to wake up the taste buds, Cranberry Banana Bread with Apricot Sauce, Cinnamon Nutmeg Scones, and Quiche Lorraine with smoked bacon. We’ll also spend a little time learning how to make that perfect biscuit- not Julia Childs but Granny’s.
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Oct 13 |
A Spanish Affair- Encore
Gary Nicely $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Almond encrusted Spanish Manchego Cheese with a fresh strawberry orange gazpacho. Sea Bass Romesco (paprika pan-seared sea bass fillet with a Poblano pepper and Yukon gold potato fisherman’s stew). Honey saffron cheesecake with a vanilla bean and rosemary custard. Also a tasting of Spanish wines will compliment this meal.
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Oct 15 |
German Food
Kevin Weeks $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
German food is an accurate reflection of the German character- forceful, bold, assertive, one of the best cuisines in Europe. Menu: Choucroute (pork and sausage braised with sauerkraut), Warm Potato Salad, Braised Red Cabbage, Caramel/Apple/Raisin Dumplings.
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Oct 16 |
Tempura Night
John Stacy $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Crunchy shrimp- avocado, spicy mayo, tempura fried shrimp; dragon roll- crunchy shrimp topped with eel, tempura roll cream cheese, avocado, crab, and smoked salmon, tempura fried spider roll- spring mix, cucumber, avocado, sprouts, gobo, and fried soft shell crab, topped with roe, crabby eel- California roll, with soft shell crab, topped with eel & avocado.
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Oct 20 |
Wine & Cheese Party
Sheri Palko & Terri Geiser $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You’ll enjoy sampling four of Locust Grove cheeses along with a specially selected wine to compliment each cheese. We’ll also have select seasonal fruits and homemade breads available, a true cheese and wine pairing. Class participants will be entered into a drawing for a pair of Riedel wine glasses the night of the class. Terri will also prepare a few other treats to enjoy.
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Oct 23 |
Wine & Dine with Giada
Terri Geiser $45.00
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
A tour of Italy from the famous TV chef Giada De Laurentiis’s favorite recipe collection- Crostini with Gorgonzola Honey & Walnuts, Linguine with Spicy Red Clam Sauce, Pancetta Wrapped Pork Loin. We will end the evening with a very special Raspberry Tiramisu. A well balanced Chianti will round out the evening.
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Cancellation Policy: Your reservation is refundable with one week's prior notice since we make final plans for the class a week in advance. If you find you cannot attend for any reason after the one week deadline, you will be responsible for payment. We will, however, be happy to assist you in selling your spot to another person if there is a waiting list for the class. We will do everything possible to help, but cannot guarantee a replacement.
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