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Service is much more than proficiently performing, it is an attitude. Learn the roles and conduct of the sommelier, mis en place for service shifts, responsible alcohol service and the mechanics. Standard wine service, Champagne, decanting and tray service will be demonstrated by the instructor and performed by each student.  Tools, service...

In this a 3-hour hands on class you will learn how to... make perfect sushi rice cut veggies and fish for rolls make 4 different types of rolls slice the rolls nicely plate sushi You will make: 2 types of Hosomaki                             2 types of Uramaki ...

This is a hands-on knife skills class. You'll learn proper knife handling and how to use different types of knives. Everyone will practice cutting a variety of fresh ingredients. This class is appropriate for all levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced chef. If you have questions about your knives at home, feel free to bring them with...

Fresh pasta is so much more satisfying than store bought, and it only requires knowledge of a few simple techniques. In this class, we'll make: Handmade Pasta Alfredo Sauce Salad with Candied Walnuts Strawberry Sorbet This is a hand-on class. Once the food is prepared, you'll sit down to enjoy your meal. Also, you'll receive the recipes...

Fresh pasta is so much more satisfying than store bought, and it only requires knowledge of a few simple techniques. In this class, we'll make: Fresh pasta Healthy pasta sauce Caprese Salad Tiramisu Cups This is a hand-on class. Once the food is prepared, you'll sit down to enjoy your meal. Also, you'll receive the recipes by email after...

For over the past decade, this class has taught how to make delicious sushi to thousands of people from all over the world, from kids to adults in different classes from Nombe, Learning Annex, Home Chef, to Sprouts (kids)! This class is fun, full of energy, and information that a person who grew up eating sushi would know.  You will learn sushi...

It's Cinco de Mayo time!! You'll prepare a fun, fresh menu that you'll learn in this LIVE class with our chef, and use in your own home again n again. It's time to spice things up and learn how to make Fresh Mango salsa and Guacamole Homemade tortillas Chicken tacos We will send you list of ingredients Wednesday night before the class, so you...

You'll learn how to make authentic Argentinian beef ribs with chimichurri! You'll also learn how to make flatbread, a delicious spinach salad with olives and strawberry basil sorbet. This is a hand-on class. Once the food is prepared, you'll sit down to enjoy your meal.  You'll receive the recipes by email after the class.

In this workshop, Master Sommelier David Glancy guides students to be fast, fluid tasters. Students will continue to practice their improved blind tasting skills using various techniques and drills to sharpen their focus and improve their timing. Master Glancy will also teach students exam preparation and test-taking strategies to help students work...

Lunch and Learn series are back! At this Lunch & Learn session, your culinary instructor will prepare two pies that will help you plan your holidays. We will cook one savory and one sweet pie.  This is a demonstration class full of delicious food, tips and techniques and runs about 60 minutes. You'll not only take home a complete lunch for...

Tonight we are highlighting delicious recipes from Chef Carmen's cookbook!   Learn to create an authentic Argentinian main dish called Asado.   Traditional Asado is made with roasted beef short ribs and a fresh chimichurri sauce.  The evening will start with preparing the main and making a salad and a strawberry sorbet for...

Full Course Name: Foundations in Cooking: A 6 Week Series for the Serious Cook If you're serious about learning or deepening your understanding of cooking, then there's nothing like Foundations in Cooking. We strive to expand your knowledge and confidence in the kitchen and help you on your journey to "intuitive cooking." In this 6-session program,...