2025- 2026 Schedule

It is important to register early so you won’t be shut out. Most classes are hands-on with plenty of food for tasting and recipes to take home. Food fees are payable to me the night of the class. Unless otherwise noted, all evening classes are from 7-9 pm. Please bring containers along so you can take leftovers home with you.

Oct. 7: Tex/Mex Foods: Mexican and Tex-Mex foods are really hot! Popular and spicy these are foods that always make the party. If you don’t know your ancho from your poblano its time to take the toro by the horns. Class will include a glossary of ingredients as well as sources. There will be plenty of food for tasting in class and recipes for home. Ole! Food Fee $10.00.

Oct. 14: New! Baking with Puff Pastry: Puff pastry can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. In this class you will learn how to make your own puff pastry in just a few minutes. We’ll also make both sweet and savory dishes. If you thought puff pastry is hard to work with, this class will show you just how easy it can be. Food Fee $10.00.

Oct. 21: Doughnuts, Fritters and Other Fried Treats: Fried dough is a treat enjoyed in many cultures throughout the world. In this class, you will learn how to make all sorts of fried goodies- doughnuts, fritters, churros and more. You be making them in class and taking plenty of recipes home with you. Food Fee $10.00

Oct. 28: A World of Dumplings: The word dumpling means different things to different people. Dumplings can be noodle like spaetzle, soft bready biscuits sitting on top of stew or Asian dough filled with any number of ingredients. In this class we will explore all sorts of foods that fall under the category of “dumpling”. Food Fee: $10.00

Nov. 4: Pierogi Making:  If you want to learn to make your own pierogi- this is the class!! They take a little time, but aren’t hard to make at all. Pierogi, filled dumplings, are a traditional Polish dish. They are often filled with potatoes, but they can be filled with any number of ingredients. In class you will get hands-on experience making your own pierogi. Various fillings will be available. Food Fee $10.00

Nov.11: Chowders and Stews: This class is all about the ultimate comfort foods. Learn how to make all kinds of warm, thick and creamy dishes for chilly nights You will get a chance to sample several dishes in class and will have plenty of recipes for home. You will also learn how to thicken chowders and stews without flour or cornstarch. Food Fee $10.00 

Nov. 18: Thanksgiving 101: If making Thanksgiving dinner makes you nervous this could be the class for you. From making a timeline and cooking the perfect turkey to mouth-watering side dishes and desserts you will be taught how to make a dinner that would make a pilgrim proud. There will be plenty to taste and take home (come hungry) and recipes for all the dishes. Food Fee: $10.00

Dec. 2: Holiday Baking: Create that home for the holiday feeling by learning how to bake some traditional favorites. You’ll also learn how to bake some less-traditional foods, too. There will be several treats to sample in class including tree-shaped sweet rolls and cheese puffs. Use of these goodies as gifts will also be discussed. Many recipes to take home. Food Fee $10.00

Dec. 9: Cookies, Cookies, Cookies: What could be friendlier than a plate of fresh baked cookies? In class you’ll get hands-on experience making both traditional and innovative cookies including Holiday Fans, Ginger Cookies, Snow People and many more. Bring an apron and baking sheet and be prepared to have a sweet time. There will be cookies to take home and recipes, too. Food Fee $10.00

Dec. 16: More Party Starters: More recipes to start off your evening right. From interesting appetizers to salads and even soups, these recipes are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Food fee: $10.00

Winter/Spring 2026

Jan. 20: Cooking with Cottage Cheese: Cottage cheese has arrived! It is currently one of the most popular ingredients around. High in protein, this versatile ingredient can be used in breakfast foods, dips, breads, desserts and more. This class will show you how to use cottage cheese in so many fun and tasty ways. Food Fee $10.00

Jan. 27: Pierogi Making:  If you want to learn to make your own pierogi- this is the class!! They take a little time, but aren’t hard to make at all. Pierogi, filled dumplings, are a traditional Polish dish. They are often filled with potatoes, but they can be filled with any number of ingredients. In class you will get hands-on experience making your own pierogi. Various fillings will be available. Food Fee $10.00

Feb. 3: A World of Dumplings: The word dumpling means different things to different people. Dumplings can be noodle like spaetzle, soft bready biscuits sitting on top of stew or Asian dough filled with any number of ingredients. In this class we will explore all sorts of foods that fall under the category of “dumpling”. Food Fee: $10.00

Feb: 10: Breakfast in Bed: Pamper the ones you love as well as yourself with picture perfect breakfast foods. Besides learning the basics of preparing eggs and omelets you will also learn how to make fun foods like chocolate waffles, peanut butter pancakes and even homemade granola. There will plenty to taste in class and recipes to take home. Food Fee $10.00

Feb. 17: Cooking With Honey: Did you know that honey is the only food source that contains everything you need to live? It contains anti oxidants, vitamins and minerals that we need, even water! It also never goes bad. Honey can be used for so much more than just sweetening your tea. Learn how to use honey in savory dishes, baking, beverages and more. Food fee $10.00 

Feb 24: Ramen Holiday: They’re not just for starving college students anymore. Those simple little noodles are all the rage in the Pacific Northwest at Noodle Bars. See how a tasty sauce can turn Ramen noodles into sides, salads main dishes and yes, even soup! Much to taste in class and recipes for home. Food Fee $10.00

Mar. 3: Baking with Puff Pastry: Puff pastry can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. In this class you will learn how to make your own puff pastry in just a few minutes. We’ll also make both sweet and savory dishes. If you thought puff pastry is hard to work with, this class will show you just how easy it can be. Food Fee $10.00.

Mar. 10: Cooking with Maple Syrup: This natural sweetener provides both sweetness and unique flavor to everything. From desserts to salads to main dishes. Learn how to cook with maple syrup in ways you never thought of before. It’s more than just a topping for pancakes. Plenty to sample in class and recipes for home.  Food Fee $10.00.

Mar. 17: Chili: Chili is almost as American as apple pie. You can’t believe how many types there are. There are some with tons of meat and some with none. There is lentil chili and even white chili. In class you’ll get to sample several and take home the recipes for many more. Food Fee $10.00. 

Mar 24: The British Isles: Although not always seen as leaders in the world of fine dining the Brits have really come into their own. Today British cooking includes the classics like Yorkshire Pudding and Bubble and Squeak to dishes influenced by world cuisine. You’ll get recipes for many classic British dishes as well as newer dishes. Dishes will be sampled in class and there will be recipes for home. Food Fee $10.00 

Mar. 31: Cake Rolls: They are classic and can really make an impressive dessert for any party. In class you’ll get recipes for Lemon cake roll, Pumpkin roll, chocolate, Yule Log and many more. They look hard but are really fun and easy to make. Lots to sample in class and some hands-on, too. Food Fee $10.00

Apr. 7: Pies, Tarts, Quiches and Other Flaky Treats: Learn how to make a perfect pie, quiche and tart every time. You will get recipes for several types of crusts including sweet, savory, low fat, no-bake and even a yeast raised crust.  Learn how to pair up the right crusts with fillings. There will be recipes for fruit and cream pies, quiches and hints from a baker’s daughter. Food Fee $10.00

Apr. 14: Lunch in a Jar: This current trend is popular for a reason. What a great way to prepare and carry our lunches. The idea is to layer ingredients in a Mason jar so that you can prep a week’s worth of lunches and take one with you to work each day. In class we’ll talk about what ingredients work- and which to avoid. There will be a lot of combination choices- and each participant will make their own lunch to take home with them- jar included!! Food Fee: $10.00

Apr. 21: Chicken: If you are eating more chicken, but enjoying it less you may just need some new preparation ideas. In class you’ll learn about the types of chicken on the market and how to cook it to juicy perfection. Pacific Rim Stir-Fry, Lemon Chicken and Chicken Marsala are just a few of the recipes you’ll get in class along with samples for tasting. Many recipes for home, too. Food Fee $10.00.

Apr .28: Biscotti: These crispy treats are wonderful dunked in coffee or all on their own. The flavor combinations are almost endless. In class you’ll get to make several different biscotti and learn tips to make biscotti fun and easy to bake. You’ll also have lots of recipes for home. Food Fee $10.00