Preserves and Canning Basics with Marisa McClellan

Have you dreamed of canning but were wary to try? Marisa McClellan, the hit cookbook author and popular blogger of FoodInJars.com, will answer all your pressing questions as she demonstrates safe and delicious methods of preserving the fresh harvest in quick jams and pickles.

Marisa will demonstrate making traditional strawberry preserves and sweet and savory strawberry chutney using the boiling water bath canning method for safe, shelf-stable preservation. This class is ideal for those who want to learn the basics of canning. Tasting and take-away included!

This demonstration class is limited to 12 people.

About Marisa:

Marisa McClellan is a cookbook author, canning instructor, and is the voice behind the much-followed website Food in Jars. She is the author of Food in Jars (Running Press 2012), Preserving by the Pint (Running Press 2014), and Naturally Sweet Food in Jars (Running Press 2016) and has a new book coming out next year. Marisa’s writing has appeared on The Food Network, Saveur’s website, Table Matters, and in Food 52’s Small Batch series. Born in Los Angeles and raised in Portland, Oregon, Marisa resides in Philadelphia where she captures seasonal flavors, in jars!

Cancellation policy: We do not offer refunds on purchased tickets. Persons who notify us at least seven (7) days in advance that they cannot attend will receive credit and may register for another class of equal value held within the subsequent two months.

Notes: Cooking class attendees receive 10% discount on kitchenware purchases on class day. Classes are geared to adults unless otherwise noted. However, children over 7 are welcome to attend with an accompanying adult.