Mary Aebischer, a native of Mexico City, is presently living in New Mexico. Aside from teaching at UNM, she continues to teach cooking classes while finishing her book on Regional Cuisines of Mexico.
Kelly Campbell (Nicely) has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry that includes teaching and selling wine. During her tenure with B&T distributing she shared with restaurant staff her knowledge, helping them to appreciate and sell wine. Over the past 20 ...
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Elizabeth Buckner attended the University of Tennessee Culinary Institute and is currently the Executive Chef for a University of Tennessee sorority. She has a unique background offering something distinct as an instructor. She is a professional author and artist, as well as a professional chef. She writes instructional painting books for Plaid Enterprises, Inc., and her first book, 'Roses en Français', was a bestseller for the company. This has emphatically ...
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Cody D Boring was born and raised in Maryville, TN. He developed his interest into the culinary world by learning about growing and cooking with fresh vegetables and wild game alongside his parents. He graduated from William Blount High School with Culinary Arts Honors and continued this path at The Culinary Institute at the University of Tennessee. Cody studied under Executive Chef Peter Glander from Ruby Tuesday where he is currently working. He enjoys ...
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Meet us on the Bayou. On the menu: Seafood gumbo, Shrimp jambalaya; and for dessert a traditional Louisiana favorite- Bananas foster
July 13, Monday, Noon Chef David and Betsy Johnson Healthy Meals Class David Pinckney, $25.00
David and Betsy will teach you how to make ...
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August 3, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Summer Time Dining David Pinckney, $48.00
On the menu: Marinated Heirloom tomato salad, Burrata Cheese, fresh greens, crispy prosciutto with white balsamic vinaigrette; Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut, Purple Sticky Rice, Red Curry Sauce and Cucumber Salad; Peanut Butter Brownie with Peanut Butter Crème Anglaise
August 10, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Gourmet ...
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October 1, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Gourmet Taste in Every Bite Janet Powell, $48.00
Wow your family and friends, "Keepers" of your own. The class begins with Roasted eggplant spread with pita bites, Brussels sprout salad with cheddar, hazelnuts, and apples, Smoked gouda grits, Fennel-braised pork roast, and Tiramisu toffee trifle pie for dessert.
October 12, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Elegant Dining ...
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Kelly Campbell Nicely has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry that includes teaching and selling wine. During her tenure with B&T distributing she shared with restaurant staff her knowledge, helping them to appreciate and sell wine. Over the past 20 years, she has taught wine tasting with chef Gary Nicely at the Glass Bazaar as well as hosting numerous wine dinners at local restaurants including Naples Italian Restaurant. Her extensive travels to ...
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Instructors
Ben Willis-Becker, Chef de cuisine at Holly’s, is a native of Knoxville where he started his culinary career 23 years ago. He received an associate degree in culinary arts and a BA degree in business and restaurant management. He has worked most positions a kitchen has to offer including pastry chef, chef de cuisine, and chef/owner. He has travelled throughout the country with his wife and two boys and he is happy to be back in his hometown to
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Our Cooking Class Instructors
Mary Aebischer, a native of Mexico City, is presently living in New Mexico. Aside from teaching at UNM, she continues to teach cooking classes while finishing her book on Regional Cuisines of Mexico.
John Bryant attended Johnson & Wales University in Charleston, SC, earning 2 degrees in a three year span. He has worked with some truly talented chefs, most notably James Burns (of J. Bistro and James Burns Catering in
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