RECREATIONAL

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Couples Romantic Cooking 1

Sat, 7/24/10	7pm-10pm
Fri, 9/10/10	7pm-10pm
Sat, 12/4/10	7pm-10pm
Sat, 1/29/11	7pm-10pm

Ah, Romance! The hottest date is at Chef Eric's. We've created a Cooking Party Atmosphere - there is a brief lecture and more instruction is in the kitchen as you prepare your shared meals. Bring a nice bottle of wine to enjoy at the end of class to make this a true romantic night out as you dine on Rosemary and Oregano Spiced Lamb Loin Chops with Herb Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Home Made Fettuccine, Yu-Shiang Pork (Szechwan-Style Pork Loin with Delectable Home Made Szechwan Sauce) accompanied by Brown Rice and Garlic mixed with Edamame Beans, and Striped Bass poached in Wine with Tomato and Fennel Bulb accompanied by Creamy Roasted Shallot Mashed Potatoes. Our sweet tooth will devour a lovely Chocolate Mousse. What an alternative to the predictable dinner and a movie.

Couples Romantic Cooking 2

Couples enjoy this class so much, they want to come back and cook some more fabulous dishes together in a Cooking Party Atmosphere – there is a brief lecture and more instruction is in the kitchen as you prepare your shared meals. Bring a nice bottle of wine to enjoy at the end of class to make this a true romantic night out as you dine at a seductive table set with a nice tablecloth and candles. Join us for some more sensual recipes starting with Baked Salmon and Vegetable Packages in Sake Sauce with Creamy Gnocchi di Semolina Gratinati, Crunchy Citrus Beef over Rice Pilaf and Leeks with Stir-Fried Broccoli in Ginger and Garlic, and Sweet and Sour Fish with Red Bell Peppers, Mixed Greens and Steamed Rice. For your romantic dessert we have Chocolate Crème Bruleé to top off the evening.

Couples Date Night Dinner 1

Want to make a special dinner with your friend or spouse? Celebrating a special occasion? This class focuses on flavorful and wholesome entrées that can be prepared quickly yet still delight the senses. Afterward, everyone enjoys the meal and socializing at a romantically set table with candles. Recipes include succulent Beef Tenderloin Filets with Mushroom Ragout and Grilled Polenta, Fresh Crab and Artichokes with Home Made Pasta – a delicious meal in one dish, Sautéed Chicken Breast Stuffed with Proscuitto, Spinach and Boursin Cheese with Pilaf-Style Rice, and our spectacular Fallen Chocolate Soufflé Cake. This class earns rave reviews every time it is held – sign up early!

Couples Date Night Dinner 2

We had to create a new class for Date Night Dinner because it is so popular! This class focuses on flavorful and wholesome entrées that can be prepared quickly yet still delight the senses. Afterward, everyone enjoys the meal and socializing at a lovely table. Recipes include Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Red Wine Sauce and Olive Tapenade, Seared Tiger Shrimp with Brown Derby Dressing and Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes, Spice-Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna on Mixed Greens with Cilantro-Pepper Dressing, Sautéed Chicken Breasts with Lemon Caper Sauce and Roasted Shallot Potatoes, and individual Molten Chocolate Cakes with Crème Anglaise.

"Thank you so much for the wonderful cooking class, Manny and I had so much fun-and we even got Manny to eat AND enjoy fish! He's still raving about the Ahi Tuna! And I plan on making the Molten Chocolate Cake!" Samira Mahjoub, Couples Class

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Join Saveur magazine and the Culinary Classroom on 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 journey of the regions and rituals that have made French food the basis for all other cuisine. Bring some wine and a friend for some cooking fun. Gougeres, Salade des Moines with Citeaux Cheese Croutons, Soupe a l'Oignon Gratinee, Sole Meuniere, Poussin Vallee d'Auge, Gratin Dauphinois and magnificent Soufflé au Chocolat. Delightful and Delicious!

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Asian Cuisine

Come to the Culinary Classroom and learn the fundamentals of Asian Cooking. We will discuss and practice Stir Frying Techniques and Sauce Making as we introduce you to common Asian Ingredients and where to shop for them. Our favorite recipes include Tangy Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu and Egg, Authentic Steamed Rice, Chen Pi (our favorite Orange Peel Chicken recipe), Stir-Fried Shrimp with Peas and Ham, Thai-Style Chicken with Spicy Curry Paste, and, to balance out the meal, some delicate Rice-Paper-Wrapped Vietnamese-Style Spring Rolls with Home Made Dipping Sauces. Lots of great menu items to complete a wonderful Asian meal for you and your friends.

Caribbean Cuisine

Students discover the beauty and simplicity of island cooking in this tasty class! Creamy Yam Bisque, Red-Stripe Chicken with fresh Pineapple Sauce, Oxtail Stew with Scotch Bonnet Chiles, Turkey and Red and Yellow Bell Peppers with Shallot-Cointreau Cream Sauce, and Saffron Rice and Sautéed Sea Bass with Herbed Israeli Couscous and Mango Salsa.

Chinese Cuisine

In this class, students will make authentic recipes from the different regions of China. Starting with delicious Chow Yoke (Chinese Fried Beef Tenderloin, Lightly Breaded), Pork Shumai (Steamed Dumplings) with Sauces, Fragrant Beef with Rice Crumbs with Star Anise and Ginger, Noodles with Cilantro, Scallions and Carrots, Chen Pi (Orange Chicken), Chinese Long Beans with Ground Pork, Stir-Fried Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger, and tender Black Bean Spareribs with Garlic, Ginger, Soy Sauce and Sherry.

Indian Cuisine

In the culinary world, food from India has many Asian influences; find out what they are in this exciting class. We show you the cooking techniques and spices that make Indian food so special and flavorful. Main and side dishes include Chicken Murgh Tikka (Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Satay), Deep Fried Samosas filled with Quick Keema (Curried Beef, Lamb or Chicken in Sauce), and Aloo Gohbi Masala (Cauliflower with Potatoes). We also make Home Made Naan Bread to dip up some of the wonderful sauce recipes: Coriander-Mint Sauce, Cilantro-Chile Chutney, and a nice and light dessert of Kalan (Spicy and Sweet Cooked Bananas). Call your friends over for an exotic home-cooked meal!

Italian Cuisine

Food from the Mediterranean has long been enjoyed in Southern California and now you can make your own dishes with a Culinary Classroom twist! Come join us in making Fresh Home Made Pasta all’Amatriciana (Spicy Tomato Sauce with Pancetta and Crushed Red Chile), incredible Breaded Veal Chops Stuffed with Fontina Cheese, Herbs and Proscuitto, Hearty Hunter-Style Chicken Cacciatore with Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Flaky Torta Salata (Mixed Vegetable Torta Baked in Pastry – can be used as a main dish or as an appetizer), and delicious and light Tiramisu

Japanese Cuisine

In this class, we will introduce students to the wonders of Japan. Tilapia with Pickled Cucumbers and Sanbaizu Sauce, Homemade Udon Noodles, Ginger Pork Sauté with Mirin, Sake and Dark Soy Sauce, Flounder in the Woodpile (Fish steamed with Enoki and Shiitake Mushrooms, Squash, Parsley and Sake), Galbi Tchim (Grilled Short Ribs), Broiled Fish with Ginger and Rice, Nigiri and Nori-Roll Sushi, Dashi, and Japanese-style Mixed Rice with Burdock Root, Carrots, Tofu and Shiitake Mushrooms.

Latin American Cuisine

Food from south of the border is everywhere in California and influences many to try these tempting delights. Chicken with Mole Negro Sauce, Cheese Chile Rellenos, Pork Chile Verde with Poblano Chiles, Jalapenos and Roasted Tomatillos, Homemade Flour Tortillas, Carne Asada (Spice-Rubbed Skirt Steak), Chile Relleno Casserole, Arroz a la Mexicana (Mexican-style Rice with Carrots and Peas), Homemade Corn Tortillas, and Natillas (creamy Spanish-style Custard).

Moroccan Cuisine

In this class students will explore ancient and exciting cuisines of Morocco and surrounding areas. Tagine (Moroccan-style Lamb Stew with Honey and Almonds), Pork Loin with Seville Oranges and Kalamata Olives, Chicken with Figs in Red Wine Sauce, Kasha with Bacon and Onions, Moroccan-Style Carrots with Carrots and Cumin, Georgian-style Chicken with Blackberry Sauce with Cilantro and Paprika, Mushroom and Cranberry Chicken with Orange Zest and Barley with Dried Mushrooms and Garlic, Saffron Rice and Chicken with Green Olives, Cinnamon and Cumin.

Spanish Cuisine

More students are discovering the wonderful flavors of Spanish cooking that CHEF ERIC experienced when he worked with Chef José Munisa at Via Veneto, Barcelona's longest-running 5 Start Restaurant. The menu includes Chorizo Sausage in Puff Pastry, Chicken with Almonds, Sherry, Garlic and Onions, delicious Mixed Vegetable, Chicken, or Pork Paella, Red Wine, Rosemary and Garlic-Marinated Grilled Beef on Skewers, Roasted Baby Beets with Romesco Sauce, and Mixed Greens Sautéed with Garlic, Ham and Pine Nuts; all to make a delectable Spanish meal you and your friends will enjoy.

Thai Cuisine

The cuisines of Asia are many and varied and Thai Food is one of the most popular. Chef Eric has designed a class to who you how flavorful and fun it can be to cook this cuisine. Chef Eric will tell you what ingredients to look for, where to shop and variations to the recipes. In this class we will make Shrimp Spring Rolls wrapped in Rice Paper with a Garlic Lime dipping Sauce, Marinated Flank Steak with Chiles, Grilled Eggplant and Long Beans with Fish Sauce and Garlic, Authentic Pad Thai Noodles, Stir Fried Chicken and Vegetables with Green Curry Paste and Coconut Milk, Miang Gung (Thai Style Shrimp with Galangal and Coconut wrapped in Lettuce Leaves). Come and taste the flavor with us!

"Thanks again for a great class last month. The techniques I learned in your Knife Skills class have really bumped my cooking up a few notches. I'm amazed at the difference it's made." Elise Libnic

"Yo, Chef E. Just wanted to say your cooking class was amazing. I had so much fun there and Jazmin did as well. I can tell you really love cooking. Thanks again, we will be back!" Antoine

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Gourmet Cheese and Wine Pairing Workshop $80 Per Person

What kind of Cheese goes well with Champagne or a red Wine? Does Bleu Cheese pair nicely with Pinot Grigio? Learn what types of Cheese to serve with your favorite Wines, Champagnes, Sherry or Aged Port as we try each cheese and wine and discuss their qualities. We?ll show you how to arrange a Cheese Platter with Cheeses, Fruits, Nuts, and Breads in a beautiful display for your wonderful Cheese and Wine Pairing Party with friends. We tell you where to shop for the best cheeses, and suggest great wines to pair with them for ultimate flavor without spending a fortune. Enjoy them all here and learn how cheeses and wines are made as we enjoy the casual ambiance of the Classroom at a nice table with tablecloth as you are served by Chef Eric and an Assistant. Bring a friend to have more fun or join the group as we all taste and nibble to our heart?s content!

Wine and Gourmet Food Pairing Cooking Class $90 Per Person

When we enjoy a meal, we often want a beverage to accompany the fruits of our labors. Chef Eric will show you how to pair great food with great wine in this dynamic, information packed class. Students will make the food and Chef Eric will have tastings of selected wines from his favorite purveyor to go with the menu. Students will be making Eggplant and Zucchini Fritters; Homemade Pasta with Tomato and Tapenade Sauce, Sautéed Chicken Breasts with Sunchokes and Sundried Tomatoes; Braised Lamb Stew with Wild Mushrooms and Vinegar and Homemade Tiramisu for our sweet tooth. Learn where and how to shop for wines to pair with a variety of food as we make our way through our tasty menu.

Specialty Beer and Gourmet Food Pairing Cooking Class
$90 Per Person

Many students want to learn how to pair great food with one of the oldest beverages known to mankind: Beer! Gourmet and Specialty Beers are all the rage and the abundance of varieties can be confusing to the consumer. In this class we will make an incredible meal and offer tastings of special beers from Chef Eric’s favorite purveyor to go with the food. Students will be making Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Vanilla-Saffron Sauce, Pan-Seared Chicken Cutlets with Jalapeno Garlic Sauce and Scallion-Cilantro Barley Pilaf, Beer Braised Pork Loin with Cheddar Mashed Fingerling Potatoes and Oven-Roasted Broccoli – to top it off – we will make Chile Devil’s Food Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache Frosting. Just reading this makes us hungry.

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Cocktail Cuisine/Designer Appetizers $90 Per Person

Take your Holiday Cocktail Party to a cosmopolitan level of food style and presentation. Delicious and Hearty Recipes that are perfect for Buffets or to be Hand Passed, include Artichoke Leaves Stuffed with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese, Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraiche Puff Pastry Bites, Caprese ‘Martinis,’ Minted Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Hummus, Spicy Peanut Curry Chicken Salad in Baked Wonton Cups, Wild Mushroom and Gruyere Tart, Orzo Pasta Salad Spoons, and Roasted Red Pepper and Gorgonzola Cheese Bruschetta. Lots of delicious and intriguing morsels that your guests will rave about. Bring a bottle of wine and invite a friend to dine with you 45 minutes before class ends to start your night off right!

Knife Skills $85 Per Person

Want to learn how professionals Chop, Slice, Julienne and Dice things quickly and efficiently? Then this class is for you! CHEF ERIC will show you the all-important knife holding grips, as well as how to care for your knives. We also learn to cut items with ease advancing to the more complicated and decorative Brunoise, Paysanne, Batonnet and Tourne Cuts. You’ll be surprised how much better everything looks and tastes when the ingredients are cut correctly, cook evenly and are presented beautifully. In addition to working with vegetables, students will be learning to cut Chicken Breasts off the bone and getting a demonstration of De-boning a Whole Chicken. You help make a delicious meal at the end of class.

Super Soups $80 Per Person

Any chef will tell you that the key to a great dish is a great stock. CHEF ERIC will show you how to easily make Chicken, Fish and Beef stock and make those into a variety of soups. We start with Traditional Chicken Noodle Soup, American Bounty Vegetable Soup, Cream of Broccoli Soup, Sweet Onion and Arugula Soup, Creamy Jamaican Yam Bisque, Savory Corn Chowder, Morel and Cremini Mushroom Soup, Light Garlic and Saffron Soup, Tasty Carrot, Ginger and Rosemary Soup. Some soups can be served hot or cold and we love our Roasted Tomato Soup and Provencale Soup either way. Pair one of these with some warm bread and a simple salad and you have a great meal, or use as a first course in a more formal dinner. See how easy it is to create delicious soups in your kitchen.

Spectacular Sauces $80 Per Person

Many students ask, ‘How do I make a Hollandaise Sauce?’ or, ‘How do I make a great sauce without a lot of butter or cream?’ In this class, CHEF ERIC takes the fear out of sauce making giving you confidence to make these favorites as well as to further explore your sauce creativity at home. Recipes include some Mother sauces, Sauce Béchamel, Sauce Veloute, and Sauce Hollandaise. More up-to-date recipes include Pesto Sauce, Green Olive Tapenade, Chickpea Hummus, Moutabel Sauce (Roasted Eggplant and Garlic Sauce), Walnut and Parmesan Cheese Sauce, Tamarind-Almond Sauce, Spicy Lentil Sauce, Indian-Style Tomato-Onion Sauce, and Asian-Style Sesame Sauce. Now you really know how to elegantly spice up your entrees, side dishes and appetizers so many ways! We will serve Macaroni and Cheese, Steamed Vegetables, and Chicken or Fish with the Sauces so you try everything and don’t go home hungry.

Soufflés Made Simple $80 Per Person

The focus of this class is experimenting with Savory and Sweet Soufflés that can be made for a main dish for dinner, a delicious appetizer or sumptuous dessert. Students learn the secrets of making a great Soufflé every time. Recipes include Classic Chocolate Soufflé with Rum Sauce, Light Citrus Soufflé, White Chocolate Soufflé, Lemon and Caramel Soufflé, Raspberry Soufflé, Black and White Soufflé (Chocolate and Vanilla together), Creamy Avocado Soufflé, Spicy Jalapeño Soufflé and Smokey Roquefort Soufflé. What a variety, so easy to make and very elegant for entertaining your family or important guests.

Sushi Making Class $90 Per Person

You will learn how to buy the freshest fish, and how to cut and prepare it properly for all of the dishes we will be making. Learn the creative art of Sushi Making as we design an Asian meal for you and your friends. We will show you how to make traditional Sushi Rice, a variety of Sushi Rolls (Nori), Veggie, Sushi on Rice (Nigiri), Spicy Sushi, Sea Eel, and how to display and serve them decoratively with the garnishes and sauces that we will be making. Add some home made Pickled Cucumbers, Pickled Ginger, Teriyaki Sauce and Sanbiauzu Sauce to the mix for a flavorful array. We’ll also make authentic Vegetable Tempura with Daishi and Ginger Dipping Sauce and Hot and Sour Soup to balance out your meal. CHEF ERIC will show you how to cut Oranges to finish off your fabulous Sushi experience.

Thanksgiving Treats - Baking Class - $80 Per Person (Children Welcome)

When the air starts to get chilly outside, we will warm you up with these sweet autumnal delights. Recipes include Pumpkin Soufflé, Maple Syrup Crème Bruleé, Pine Nut Sugar Cookies, Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Ginger Snap Cookie Crumb Crust, Traditional Pumpkin Pie with fantastically flaky crust, Frosted Pumpkin Cookies, and Pumpkin Bread Pudding Cupcakes with Crème Anglaise. Make these treats a yearly tradition that your family will remember all year round - and they are perfect for all of your Holiday Meals, too.

Thanksgiving Dinner $90 Per Person

Always wanted to host but couldn't begin to think of cooking everyone's favorites? These recipes will make your next holiday a special one that your relatives and friends will be talking about for years! Start with Succulent Brined- Roasted Turkey Breast with Rosemary and Lemon, Home Made Gravy with Fresh Herbs and Garlic, Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Carrots, Portobello Mushroom Stuffing, Fresh Cranberry and Orange Compote, Red Pepper and Corn Pudding with Jalapeno Peppers, Hearty Corn bread with Maple Syrup, Haricot Vert in Thyme Cream with Crispy Onions, Sweet Potatoes baked with Apples and Oranges in Maple Syrup, Sweet Pumpkin Pie, and finally, Pumpkin Cheesecake with Ginger Snap Cookie-Crumb Crust top this fantastic meal!

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Chicken Connoisseur $85 Per Person

Everyone loves Chicken; come learn new possibilities of enjoying all cuts of chicken in this class and add some exciting recipes to your repertoire for the meat that is most traditionally eaten in America. CHEF ERIC will show you what to shop for and how to safely clean and handle chicken. Recipes include delicious Pan-Seared Chicken with Fennel and Parsley Sauce, Wasabi and Panko-Crusted Chicken Cutlets, glorious Game Hen or Chicken Breast Fricassee with Walnuts, Mint and Pomegranate Syrup, Pan-Roasted Chicken with Paprika and Garlic, Thai-Style Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Thai Noodle Salad, Chicken and Chile Stew, Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs and an updated recipe for an all-time favorite, Chicken Cacciatore. These recipes will have you saying, yes, we are having chicken again tonight and we are all going to love it!

Everyday Elegant Cooking for Families $85 Per Person

Are you too busy to cook but want your family to enjoy meals together and to eat healthy dishes? We have some recipes that will soon become your family favorites. Braised Veal Chops in Tarragon Cream, Pancetta and Peas, Twice-Cooked Potatoes, Grilled Beef Filet with Red Pepper Butter, Arugula Soup, Rice Pilaf with Bulgur, Walnut and Avocado Salad, French Provençal Chicken Packages, Spinach, Bacon and Apple Salad, Asparagus and Walnuts, Sweet Potato and Thyme, Grilled Fish with Herb Butter and Grilled Peppers, and creamy Polenta with Pesto and Mascarpone Cheese. Desserts include Angel Food Brittle Cake and Cornmeal-Crusted Apple Cake. Come and see how easy it is to encourage your family to eat well without spending tons of time in the kitchen.

Everyday Elegant Cooking for Two (or One) $85 Per Person

Getting tired of the same old recipes and need to cook at home because of the economy? Enjoy some variety in your diet with some delicious menus like juicy Beef Tenderloin with Capers and Asparagus and Rice Pilaf, succulent Juniper and Garlic-Crusted Lamb Chops with Pomme Anna, tangy Romaine and Arugula Salad with Caramelized Pecans and Bleu Cheese Vinaigrette, Creamy Ginger Chicken with Chutney Rice, Salmon with Sautéed Pears, Apples and Lime with Lemon Orzo Pasta, Roasted Chile and Shrimp Flambé with Brown Rice Milanese and Broiled Tomatoes. Desserts include Spanish-Style Custard and Citrus Soufflé. Eat better with all of these scrumptious recipes designed to add some spice to your meal time, keep your budget intact and not take forever to make.

Fish Favorites $85 Per Person

Some experts say we should eat fish two times per week. With this class, CHEF ERIC will show you which fish are plentiful and how to safely shop for, store and cook your fish for delicious results. Featured are Sesame-Crusted White Fish with Lemon Cilantro Sauce, Bass and Vegetable Packets with Pesto, Salmon Steamed in White Wine, Lemon Zest and Dill, Indian Pastry-Wrapped Tilapia with Herbs, Whole-Grilled Fish with Spicy Soy Glaze, and Panko-Crusted Cod with Lemon Zest and Chili Powder. Learn to eat healthy fish for dinner much more often with these delightful morsels that are sure to entice your family.

MORE Fish Favorites $85 Per Person
No Prerequisite

Many people want to learn more techniques and gets lots of different recipes for their new favorite food to cook so we came up with Fish Favorites 2, just for you. In this class we will work with various techniques, Butter Poaching, Stovetop Smoking, Steaming, Frying and more with a variety of fish. CHEF ERIC will discuss which fish are plentiful and how to safely shop for, store and cook your fish for the best results for your menu. Delicious recipes include Rosemary and Dill-Smoked Salmon with Spicy Garlic Aioli, Teriyaki-Style Fish with Teriyaki Glaze, Steamed Mahi-Mahi with Roasted Tomato Sauce, Pan-Fried Catfish with Cilantro Pesto, and Grilled Halibut with Spicy Tamarind-Almond Sauce and Roasted Salmon with Fresh Herbs and Red Wine Vinaigrette. These recipes take your fish cooking abilities to a new level and expand your repertoire for this healthy item we all need to eat several times a week.

Grilling Favorites $90 Per Person

CHEF ERIC will show you all you need to know about working the grill so you will have great tasting meat and fish every time for your barbeques. Recipes include tender Flank Steak in Red Wine, Spicy-Crusted Grilled Ahi Tuna Burgers with Ginger-Wasabi Mayonnaise and Asian Cole Slaw, Romagna-Style Grilled Fish, our famous Spice-Rubbed Pork Ribs with Home Made Deep South Barbeque Sauce, Lump Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce, Sweet Grilled Corn on the Cob with Home Made Herb Butter, juicy Lamb Burgers with Tsatzsiki Feta Cheese and Grilled Eggplant, and Grilled Chicken Legs with Grape-Walnut Chutney. For dessert, try our delicious and fresh Spicy Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar – some say this is reason enough to take the class, but we say come and sample the wide variety of incredible items.

MORE Grilling Favorites $90 Per Person
No Prerequisite

Grilling becomes a little more exotic with some tasty items including Grilled Lamb Chops with Roasted Garlic and Mushroom Glaze, Whole-Grilled Fish with Pecan Sauce, T-Bone Steak with Home Made Steak Sauce, James Beard-Style Beef Burgers, Grilled Crispy Sardines, Horseradish and Mustard-Glazed Pork Chops, Grilled Flank Steak with Maytag Butter, Cheese-Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Burgers, Wine-Roasted Potatoes with Onions and Olives, Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Greek-Style Marinade, Almond-Crusted Trout with Romesco Sauce, Multi-Color Potatoes with Pesto and Parmesan Cheese and fantastic Red Pepper and Corn Relish. Come grill with us!

Healthy Cooking I $80 Per Person

Enjoy lighter cooking with CHEF ERIC with these fantastic recipes: Sautéed Sole with Wilted Lettuce and Cilantro Pesto, Beef Tenderloin with Shallots and Red Wine Sauce, Oven-Baked French Fries, Portobello Mushroom “Pizzas” topped with Pesto, Roasted Bell Peppers and Parmesan Cheese, Lean Roasted Lamb Chops with Sautéed Mixed Vegetables, and Egg White Frittata with Roasted Peppers. Come and learn how to please your palate with lighter menus and keep eating healthier.

Home Made Pasta and Sauce Class $80 Per Person

You learn how to make perfect pastas every time from scratch and then accompany them wonderfully with a variety of sauces. We make the dough, roll it using a Pasta Maker and then cut it into various shapes and sizes to use in a myriad of dishes. Cheese and Pine Nut Tortellini, Fresh Linguine with Sautéed Turkey Medallions and Fried Garlic Sauce, Tagliatelle with Wilted Arugula, Sautéed Beef and Lemon, Wild Mushroom and Cheese Raviolis with Creamy White Sauce, Traditional Cheese Risotto with Celery and Peas, Tagliatelle with Spicy Sausage Ragu Sauce, Home Made Bowtie Pasta with Sautéed Garlic and Mushrooms, and delicate Angel Hair Pasta with Home Made Marinara Sauce. We will discuss and demo various pastas, as you learn how to easily make these light and delicious varieties; you’ll never buy dried pasta again!

One-Dish Meals $80 Per Person

When it starts to get chilly, we all think about easy and tasty meals that we can make in one dish and that will add enticing aromas to our kitchens and are great budget meals. Some of our favorite recipes include: Delicious Carbonnade of Beef, Eggplant, Zucchini and Potato Casserole, Penne Pasta with Artichokes and Cheese, Vegetarian Vegetable Stew, Pollo Con Arroz (Chicken with Rice) and Roasted Peppers, Black Bean and Turkey Chili, Braised Short Rib Stew, Enchilada Torta, Chicken and Vegetable Packages, and Cauliflower and Herb Casserole. The ease of these recipes will have you making them your new family favorites as you may now socialize with your family and friends while your meal is cooking.

Vegetarian Cuisine $80 Per Person

All of us have been told to eat more vegetables and here are some delicious recipes that will have you eating them more often and enjoying every minute. Experience some flavorful Mallorcan Vegetable Stew, Home Made Pasta with Miso-Tomato Sauce, delicate Stir-Fried Tofu with Shiitake Mushrooms and Chili Sauce, wonderful and robust Ratatouille, spicy Vegetarian Chili, Peruvian Chickpea Cakes, Lepuy Lentil Soup with Leeks, and delicious Risotto Primavera with Asparagus, Fresh Peas and Zucchini Squash. These are great for side dishes or entrees and should get us to enjoy our vegetables that much more!

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Basic Cake Decorating $90 Per Person

Say goodbye to store bought cakes with the decorating skills and techniques we teach. Our exciting and informative class is always raved about! We’ll start with Classic Buttercake and Chocolate Buttercake, then decorate them beautifully. Frosting Recipes include Buttercream, Ganache, Royal Icing and Shortening Buttercream. Each student learns to Write Script and make Leaves, Simple Flowers, Bows and Shells. Each Student receives a Cake Decorating Kit including a Pastry Bag, Design Tips and Coupler and a Decorating Manual (this is included as a materials fee).

Cake Making and Frosting Made Easy $80 Per Person

Craving yummy dessert? Need a spectacular item for entertaining? This class will show you how easy it is to turn that craving into a scrumptious treat as we make many, many cakes. Learn to make a beautiful Marjolaine Almond Cake, Espresso Cream Cake, Torte Caprese, Fallen Chocolate Soufflé Cake, Lavender Devil’s Food Cake with Orange Chocolate Butter Cream Frosting, Whipped Cream Pound Cake with Citrus Icing, Light Triple Layer Coconut Cream Cake, Traditional and Delicious Carrot Cake, and Devil’s Food Cake with Milk Chocolate Butter Cream Frosting. Have a dessert party for your friends with these new and delightful recipes or just make them for you!

Candy Making $80 Per Person

Due to popular demand, we offer this class for students who want to learn how to make delicious treats for special occasions or just any time, if you are a sweets person! Join us and learn about cooking sugar and the variety of candy you can easily make in your own kitchens. Recipes include Chocolate Truffles rolled in Cocoa Powder, Traditional Chocolate and Caramel Turtles, Delightful Divinity Fudge, Home Made Marshmallows, Chocolate Fudge, Pralines, Sea Salt Caramels, Traditional Peanut Brittle, and my Mom’s special Cuttlefish Toffee Crunch with Almonds and Dipped in Chocolate – a holiday staple every year in our family! Come join us and learn to make your new favorite candies and make some to give away.

Decadent Desserts $80 Per Person

Even though decadent is in the title, we do have some ideas that satisfy without adding too many calories. We start with the delicious Chocolate Torte Caprese, Chocolate and Cherry Soufflé, Ancho Chile Devil’s Food Cake with Milk Chocolate Butter Cream Frosting – this is so mouth-wateringly fantastic, Banana-Rum Crepes, Citrus Cheesecake with Vanilla Cookie Crumb Crust, Tiramisu, White Chocolate Mousse with Strawberries and Strawberry Sauce, and lovely Tuiles Cookies with a Crème Anglaise Sauce. Decadence is right – come and create this decadence with us!

Gourmet Cookie Baking $80 Per Person

Regardless of age, all of us love cookies and this class is perfect any time of the year! Join us as our team teaches you the art of creative cookie making. We will cover all types of cookies including several Piped Cookies, Sandwich Cookies, Linzer Cookies, Chocolate Dipped “Pretzel” Cookies, Florentines, Chocolate Dipped Biscotti, Toasted Pecan Cookies, Lady-Finger Chocolate Milano Cookies, Snowflake Cookies, Gingerbread Cookies and more delicious varieties. Come join us for the best cookie feast in town and spread the joy among your friends and family when you bake a dozen of their favorites!

Heavenly Cupcakes $90 Per Person

Delicious Cupcakes are all the rage for desserts today! Now everyone wants to learn how to make, frost and decorate Cupcakes for holidays, parties and just everyday eating! We make several varieties of Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes and teach you easy ways to vary Cupcake flavors for the most discerning palate. We also teach you numerous decoration techniques as we make lots of decorated items to enjoy: Holiday Cupcakes, Clown Cupcakes, Baseball Cupcakes, Flower Cupcakes and more fun designs for everyone in your family. You also receive Cupcake and Frosting Recipes to rival today’s popular bakeries; some are really quick and easy, too. Each Student receives a Cake Decorating Kit including a Pastry Bag, Design Tips and Coupler and a Decorating Manual so you can continue your fun at home.

Pies and Tarts to Die For $80 Per Person

Learn how to make some great pies and tarts for any season as sweets are a staple of the traditional diet. A great pie or tart starts with a great crust and we have a fantastic recipe that guarantees great tasting pies every time. In this class we start with the best flaky dough recipe and make Banana Cream Pie with Macadamia Nuts and a Chocolate-Layered Crust, traditional Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Crust, Fresh Berry Pie - this goes perfectly with Ice Cream or Whipped Cream especially when it is hot out of the oven, delicious and creamy Peanut Butter Tart, Chocolate Derby Pie with Nuts, CHEF ERIC'S Mom's Famous Cherry Pie, and yummy Mango Tart with tangy Ginger Cream. They look as good as they taste and you will have everyone clamoring for more!

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"This was an excellent class for beginners and more experienced bakers. I have very little experience but I felt comfortable and had a great time. Thanks for a really fun and valuable experience!"
Decadent Desserts' Class Attendees

Petits Fours $95 Per Person
4 Hour Advanced Class

Essential techniques for making these refined Miniature Cakes are introduced for Desserts worthy of 4-Star Establishments. We make elaborate and delicacies like Chocolate-Glazed Mini Florentine Squares, Pineapple Teacakes, Chocolate-Glazed Mini Rounds, and Puff Pasty Financiers. These Miniature Cakes are a treat for the eyes and the palate. This class is 4 hours long and is for individuals who already have a lot of baking experience.

Restaurant-Style Plated Desserts $175 Per Person
6 Hour Advanced Class

In this class, students make complex Individual Desserts with Sauces and Garniture to maximize their eye appeal for Restaurant consumption. We make Espresso Profiteroles, Chocolate Raspberry Squares, Updated Tiramisu, Babas and elegant Chocolate Coffee Towers for incredible looking desserts that taste great. This class is 6 hours long and is for individuals who already have a lot of baking experience.

Pastries and Breakfast Cakes $175 Per Person
6 Hour Advanced Class

In order to produce these delightful pastries, patience is required as many doughs need a lot of attention and time to prepare. In this class we make Berliners - Breakfast Buns with Cherry Filling, Crème Fraiche Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping, Croissant Dough Almond Logs, Glazed Cinnamon Buns, Lemon Turnovers with Cream Cheese Dough; all to tempt you over Coffee and Tea. This class is 6 hours long and is for individuals who already have a lot of baking experience.

Elegant Party Cakes and Advanced Cake Decorating $175 Per Person
6 Hour Advanced Class

In this class, students prepare intricate cakes for groups that are decorated professionally. Hazelnut and Chocolate Mousse Cake, Lemon Chiffon Cake, Chocolate and Frangelico Mousse Cake, Buche De Noel, Caramel Almond Sponge Cake, Chocolate Decadence with Raspberry Sauce, Harelequin Cake (Chocolate Sponge Cake with White Chocolate Mousse Filling). In the Advanced Cake Decorating section, students learn important techniques to give their impressive cakes a perfect final touch. Chocolate Décor, Marzipan Décor, Filling and Advanced Frosting techniques are explored. This class is 6 hours long and is for individuals who already have a lot of baking experience.

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Bread Baking Made Easy $80 Per Person

Forget the Low Carb Craze and learn about the oldest food known to mankind. We will cover all of the techniques necessary to produce quick and wonderful baked goods for everyday meals and special dinners. Some of the recipes include Pain de Ménage (Country Bread), Brioche-Style Bread, Traditional Baguettes, Focaccia Bread, Hamburger Buns, and Easy White Bread. More delicious recipes include Blue Cheese Shortbread, Buttermilk Biscuits, Pita Bread, Naan Bread, Cheddar Cheese Cornbread, Irish Soda Bread, and Cheese and Garlic Flatbread. At the end of class, sample your loaves and biscuits right out of the oven and watch the steam rise as the butter slowly melts.

Artisanal Breads - Advanced $175 Per Person
6 Hour Advanced Class

Students bake several breads that can only be made with extra time. We explore San Francisco Sourdough Bread, Croissant Wheat Bread, Italian Easter Bread, Challah Bread, Parma Bread Braids, Hungarian Chocolate Twists, Kaiser Rolls, Butter Bipfels, traditional Garlic Bread, Pumpernickel Loaves, and Couronne. This class is 6 hours long and is for individuals who already have a lot of baking experience.

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