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Preview of Summer 2009 Classes
Easy Summer Grilling
Summer is here and grilling is the way to go! You can grill just about anything and we'll show you how to achieve the “thrill of the grill” . . .
Irish Pub Night!
Looking for an excuse to have some fun? Irish pubs are a focal point for much of the social scene--eating, drinking, storytelling, playing music and debating. Ireland's renowned chefs, gastro pubs, and top tier cooking schools are contributing to a culinary revival.
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Cuisines of Mexico—The Real Deal
Anyone who has tasted the real cuisines of Mexico is struck by the rich complexity of this world-class cuisine. If you want to discover ingredients, culinary traditions and ‘Nuevo’ recipes from the heart of Oaxaca, Puebla and the Yucatan, join us for a day of rustic spices and exotic ingredients.
"Half way through dinner my husband said, this is so much better than any restaurant!" –G Harris
Cocktail Cuisine
Whether it’s just a few friends or an elaborate summer cocktail party, well presented appetizers can be much more impressive than a full meal. Your guests will be impressed as show off your new found culinary talents!
Summer Greek
Any Greek will tell you that food, wine & conversation are a way of life. Today we’ll make a typical summer feast of grilled…
“We loved this so much we signed up for 4 more classes”.
–C Freedman
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Crepes Sweet & Savory Crepes are easier than you think. Savory fillings can make an easy everyday meal or side dish special while sweet fillings make luscious desserts for special occasions. We'll make savory buckwheat crepes filled with creamed spinach, sausage and mushroom. Sweet crepes to fill with cream cheese and flambéed cherries.
Everyday Italian
Quick & easy the Italian way! Everyone loves Italian, imagine your family’s surprise when you serve them delicious Italian dinners that don’t take all day. Learn how to make easy meals.
Cooking French with Saveur Magazine
South Bay School of Cooking has been invited to partner with Saveur magazine for a mouth-watering exploration of authentic French cuisine. From the bistros of Paris to the farmhouses of Burgundy, this exciting class will take you on a historical gourmet journey.
Paella & Sangria
Spend a leisurely evening preparing a lavish meal of Spain's favorite dish in this hands-on class. The exotic aroma of saffron complements the finest seafood, chicken, Spanish sausage and rice. Sip delicious fruity sangria while munching on Spanish cheese.
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Basic Cooking 101 Series (3 classes)
Take your kitchen skills to the next level. Our quintessential hands-on class pairs cutting, sautéing, roasting, and essential knife skills with purchasing, food storage, and tips for beginners and kitchen veterans alike to create artful dishes at home. This series will focus on fearless side dishes, and those sacred cooking tops that only a professional can share.
Fabulous Fish
Eat more fish! User-friendly recipes will include purchasing, handling and storing methods as well. Menu subject to change due to product availability.
Meals in Minutes Trader Joe’s Style
Do you love Trader Joe’s for their delightful gourmet products yet wonder how to use them? Cut your cooking time in half and spruce up tired meals with a variety of products that make cooking simple yet impressive.
Everything Chicken
Tired of the same dried out rubber chicken and salty supermarket rotisserie chicken? Spice up drab chicken meals with exciting tastes and textures the whole family will love. Learn techniques for juicer, tastier, and tender chicken dishes and when to saute, roast, broil or bakes. We’ll make 4-5 chicken dishes.
Thai Cooking
Unravel the secrets of Thai cooking. Learn to create with confidence and where to shop locally for exotic ingredients. A luscious menu of fried green onion pancake with minced garlic shrimp, crying tiger.
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Happy Hounds Dog food Class
Annie Siegmann of Ruff-Ruff Bakery--makers of all natural pet treats and biscuits, will lead the hands-on class as you make three dog meals and a treat to take home. Annie will talk about natural ways to care for your dog through foods. Learn why preparing food for your hound is healthier than store bought. Annie’s treats are sold at Whole Foods and she can be found at the Torrance, LA & Hollywood Farmers’ Markets.
Sushi Making
Chef Manny Castillo will teach the creative art of sushi making. Take a hands on journey as you learn to make perfect sushi rice then rock and roll by making various styles of sushi rolls—California rolls, spicey tuna, inside out rolls, hand rolls, and nigiri. Eat, drink, and kampai. Find out where to purchase sushi grade fish, nori (seaweed), rolling mats, condiments, and garnishes. You may bring beer or sake to share.
“I like the format of us all cooking the same recipe together.” –P. Stovall
Soufflés
Soufflés may look complex but they are easy to make for an impressive brunch or dazzling dessert. Expand your culinary horizons.
Southern Comfort Food
Food of the Deep South is a combination European, African and Native American culinary heritages that make up the flavors and cooking methods of southern food. Add these easy soul warming comfort foods to your everyday cooking.
Knife Skills-The Cutting Edge
Would you like to slice and dice like a TV chef? Get the cutting edge info on knives? What to buy and when to sharpen. Find out what kitchen gadgets are necessary. This class focuses heavily on knife skills. Slice, dice, peel, julienne, and chop to make a light meal of.
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Take the Risk out of Risotto
Are you daunted at the thought of making risotto? Discover how easy it really is.
Big Fat Greek Meal
Taste the succulent flavors of the Greek Isles with grilled fig and lamb kebabs, mousaka, refreshing cracked wheat and parsley tabouli. OPA!
Spring Pies & Tarts
Learn to make fail proof pie crust and tart shells for springtime desserts. Gain professional tips and techniques for making and baking pies and tarts
Fresh Hand Made Pasta
Learn how easy it can be to make fresh pasta at home. Did you know that handmade pasta is considered an artisan food? Get ready to play with your pasta as we make magic from the basic recipe of semolina flour and eggs.
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Sauces Made Easy
Unveil the secrets of sauce making. Sauces make meals memorable and separate the amateurs from the tried-and-true cooks. Basic white sauce with cheese, port wine reduction, browned butter.
The Spanish Table Tour
Tour La Española--a family run sausage making facility in the South Bay, then sit on the breezy bougainvillea-lined patio sipping Spanish wine and munching on house made Spanish sausages with bread, cheese, and olives from Spain while awaiting Mama Juana's famous paella.
“This class rocks!” –Mark Santasier
Exotic Indian
Unlock the mysteries of Indian cuisine: Learn where to purchase how-to toast and grind exotic spices for lamb jaifraize, parsi dahl, cool cucumber raita, basmati rice with peas.
Romantic Spain Tapas
Eating “tapas” style can spice up any occasion and add a taste of romance. These small dishes may be from land or sea and can be complex or simple. Ole! Bring a bottle of wine to share.
Baklava Food of the Gods
Even Zeus can't resist baklava. Buttery layered phyllo filled with ground nuts, cinnamon and laced with orange syrup.
And more! —See complete calendar/schedule to register for a class
“Thanks for the great party It was a different and fun way to celebrate the holidays!”
- - Carol Glover
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