Matthew White (a hopeless sweet tooth) discovered Carrot Cake when America did – in the 1970s. Yes, carrot cake does have ancient roots, but the concoction we all dream about with its delectable cream cheese frosting was a 1970s phenomenon that lives on. Instead of the rectangular, single layer version, Matthew will demonstrate a three-tier […]
Is it breakfast if you serve it at 2 pm? Katy doesn’t know, but her family eats this up when they are home for the holidays. No matter what you call it – breakfast, brunch or lunch, this menu is perfect for holiday or cold weather weekends with house guests or family. The dishes in […]
It's easy to discard a great recipe when it contains ingredients that don’t fit into you or your family member’s dietary needs. This hands-on class will show you how to easily adapt recipes with healthier ingredients. The problematic foods for many people include gluten, dairy, corn, soy, and nuts. Culinary Nutritionist Marti Wolfson will show […]
What would the holidays be without a special dessert (or three)? Join us for a celebration of sweets that are festive and out-of-this-world scrumptious. From the British classic Sticky Toffee Pudding, to a divine Chocolate Double Layer Cake where the bottom layer is almond-y and chewy while the top layer is like a sunken chocolate-orange […]
A great cocktail party is the ideal way to entertain at home for the holidays and beyond, and in this demonstration class you’ll learn classic appetizers to put your party over the top. Join Cookbook author Alexandra Stafford as she demonstrates the basics of delicious hors d'oeuvre. Finger food (with a perfect cocktail) should tantalize […]
The expansive flavors of Moroccan food fill the senses and are a delight to cook, but did you know many of these dishes are also wonderfully good for you? Many of us like to start the New Year with a cleansing diet. Rather than subjecting your body to dietary punishment, Katy suggests adding more legumes […]
Join Marti Wolfson and Corey Esannason for a unique day retreat to nourish your body, mind and soul. Begin the day with a gentle yet dynamic yoga class. Through asana, pranayama and meditation we will explore, discover, and grow, one pose, one breath at a time. Following yoga, immerse yourself in the healing properties of […]
Regardless of whether it is smoked or braised, a successful brisket is regarded as a special challenge by even the most experienced chef. While most hobbyists can throw a pork shoulder or ribs in the oven and yield a tasty dish, a botched brisket can result in something inedible. At every step, it requires an […]