I know many folks are concerned with the economy but still
want to get out and play. What about trying a cooking class? They are fun, you learn something new and you bring home skills to use in your kitchen as well as new recipes to try. Plus you get to eat everything we prepare in class. Bring your friends,
family and even your enemies; eat together, you'll feel
better....
Keep in mind; I can help you with all your party and
week-night menu needs! Want to have a party but
are overwhelmed by the work involved? Want to do something fun and exciting for
your office? I provide personal chef services, catering, gift certificates,
private cooking classes and team building events! Call or email 612-822-9820 olivesandpearls@msn.com for a free
consultation to help with party and event planning.
I am teaching
at four different cooking schools, so note the location when choosing your
classes. In April look for classes at Lakewinds Co-op and the new Seward Co-op classroom.
Tues March 34th 'An Evening At The Culinary Improv' 6-9pm
$60 Mackenthun's call 952-442-5760 to register This class should be really Fun!! My friend and fellow chef, Terry Zila
and I will be put on the spot. We will be given a variety of ingredients…mystery
bags if you will, and will create something-hopefully fabulous for you to eat!
The fun begins when Terry and I unpack the bags and before your very eyes
compose a fabulous menu. Pots and pans may fly, humor is a given and when all is
said and done…you enjoy a four course dinner with endless cooking tips and
more.
Thurs April 2nd'How to Make a Dolla Holla, Part 1'
6-8:30pm $45 at Mackentun's call 952-442-5760 to
register
Are you committed to eating healthy and don't know where to
start? Do you want to incorporate more organic and whole foods into your diet
and want to stick to a budget? Then this class is for you! We will start our
exploration of whole foods cooking with stocking your kitchen, tips for shopping
and simple menus to prepare on a budget; focusing on proteins. We will prepare
Braised Chicken Paprika, Tofu with Peanut -Ginger Sauce and Turkey and Squash
Soup. Thurs April 9th 'How To Make a Dolla Holla, Part 2'
$45 Mackentun's call 952-442-5760 to
register
In part 2, we will take a field trip to the Wedge and cook up some
fabulous meals with what we have chosen. The focus in this segment is on whole
grains and legumes. We will be making Skillet Gnocchi with Chard and White Beans
and an entrée made with the items you have chosen.
Saturday April 11 'How to Bake Gluten
Free'10 am-12 pm Seward Coop Demonstration/Tasting $45 nonmembers/$40 members
Are you or someone close to you on a gluten-free diet? Or,
are you trying to cut down on processed flour products? Then you know the
frustration (and the expense!) of eating without wheat gluten. Come learn the
basics of making your own gluten-free mixes, pies and baked goods. In this
hands-on baking class, we will be making Orange-Walnut Bread, Chewy Chocolate
Chip Cookies, pie crust to make a fruit tart, and Blueberry
Muffins, oh and something chocolate.....
Thursday, April 30 'How to Make a Dollar
Holler' 6:30-8:30 pm Seward Coop Demonstration/Tasting $45.00 nonmembers/$40.00
members
Are you
committed to eating healthy and don't know where to start? Do you want to
incorporate more organic and whole foods into your diet and want to stick to a
budget? We will start our exploration of whole foods cooking with stocking your
kitchen including tips for shopping with simple menus to prepare on a budget.
We will prepare Tofu with Peanut-Ginger Sauce, Smoky Black Bean Burritos with
Baby Spinach, and Red Leaf Cabbage Salad with Grilled Tarragon
Chicken.
Thursday, May 7 'Celebrating with Spring Flavors' 6:30-8:30 pm Lakewinds Coop Demonstration/Tasting $40.00 nonmembers/$35 members This healthy and delicious menu is perfect for spring entertaining or Sunday night dinner for the family. We start with a Cream of Shiitake Soup, loaded with healthy mushrooms; Sear-Roasted Salmon Fillets with Shallot-Grapefruit Sauce, a delightfully different sauce with a tangy-sweet and spicy balance that pairs perfectly with the fish; Crispy, Roasted Asparagus, with a sesame crust and dipping sauce; ending with Strawberry Tart with a Pecan Crust, loaded with healthy nuts and luscious, bursting with vitamin C strawberries!
Lakewinds Coop 17515 Minnetonka Blvd 952-742-1222
Seward Coop 2823 East Franklin Ave. 612-338-2465
Mackenthun's in Waconia
952-442-5760 Did you know that you can do private cooking classes
or team-building events? I will custom design a menu to fit your needs and
event. Includes a free consultation to tailor the class just for you! Any
cuisine, baking, kids, grilling, salads, soups, desserts-you name it. Bring in
your group or host it in your own home for birthdays, work celebrations, holiday cooking. Private
classes are fun and are a great alternative for
birthday parties, bachlorette parties, showers, office and family celebrations.
Call or email for a free
consultation.612-822-9820 olivesandpearls@msn.com
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