Upcoming Courses

Offerings

7-Ingredient Meals

Get excited about dinner with these seven ingredient (or less) main dishes that you can have on the table in 30 minutes. In this hands-on culinary class, discover simple ways to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, while taking the challenge out of weeknight meal planning. Learn timesaving tips and prep methods. Nutritious, delicious and quick are what will be happening in your kitchen with Indian Butter Chicken, Tomatillo Turkey Chili and Gazpacho Cod in Parchment.

Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

A Taste of Korea: Korean Beef Galbi

Bring the flavors of Korea to your kitchen in this hands-on cooking class featuring Galbi, the beloved Korean BBQ dish made with thinly sliced beef marinated in a rich, savory-sweet sauce. You'll learn how to prepare the signature marinade, cook the beef to tender perfection and create a delicious meal served with fragrant jasmine rice and a variety of traditional banchan (Korean small plates). Along the way, you'll discover essential Korean cooking techniques, ingredient tips and flavor combinations that make this meal a favorite around the world. Leave with recipes, new skills and the confidence to recreate an authentic Korean-inspired dinner at home.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend

A Taste of Vietnam: Vietnamese Summer Rolls

Experience the fresh, vibrant flavors of Vietnam in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn to prepare delicate Vietnamese fresh summer rolls filled with crisp vegetables and herbs, make a rich and creamy homemade peanut dipping sauce and create fragrant lemongrass chile chicken bursting with bright, savory flavors. Along the way, you'll discover essential techniques for working with rice paper, balancing sweet, salty, sour and spicy flavors and using traditional Vietnamese ingredients with confidence. Leave with authentic recipes, practical cooking skills and everything you need to recreate this fresh and flavorful Vietnamese meal at home.

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend

Appetizers to Impress: Meat, Poultry, Fish

In this hands-on class, taught by Holistic Nutritionist Dianne Porter, students will explore the art of creating delicious, nutrient-rich appetizers featuring high-quality meats and fish. From elegant seafood bites to savory meat-based starters, students will learn how to create impressive dishes that are both nourishing and full of flavor - perfect for entertaining or starting a wholesome meal. This class combines culinary skill-building with nutritional insights to help you craft appetizers that taste as good as they are for you.

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Artisan Baguettes for Beginners

In this one-day class, you'll learn to make artisan baguettes from scratch! You'll learn the 12 basic steps of bread baking and the differences between using commercial yeast and sourdough starters in our dough. You'll practice shaping baguettes, "scoring" them with 5 traditional slashes, using a couche for proofing the elongated loaves and load a deck oven with confidence. To top off the day, you'll take home freshly baked baguettes!

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Artisan Bread Baking with Sourdough Starter

In this two-day beginner's workshop, you'll learn to make artisan bread using a sourdough starter! You'll learn the basics of sourdough bread baking, how to keep your sourdough starter "alive" and why each of the 12 steps of bread baking is important in creating that desired loaf. You'll learn to mix, fold, ferment, shape, proof, score and bake beautiful and deliciously nutritious loaves of sourdough bread.

October 3-4, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Classic French Cream Puffs

Cream Puffs are a delightful treat, and this class will cover the techniques of how to make this classic French pastry. We will walk through each step of creating delicate, light and airy choux pastry shells and explore options for the tops of the shells and, of course, how to create and pipe the all-important fillings! 

You will leave this class with mouthwatering cream puffs to take home, the know-how to confidently recreate them and a new appreciation for the science and art of creating delicate choux pastries.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PST | Bend

Baking: Elevated Cookies - From Dough to Deliciousness

Join us for a hands-on baking adventure where we will discuss the techniques to create perfect, delicious cookies from scratch! Whether you're a beginner or experienced home baker looking to refine your techniques, this class will boost your confidence and help you master the art of cookies and cookie bars. We will explore some unique cookie building ideas and flavors. In addition, we will discuss the science behind the ingredients, the best mixing method and the importance of properly measuring the ingredients for consistent results. Come join us for some fun in the baking kitchen and leave with delicious cookies that you will bake in class!

Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Morning Scones and Biscuits

What a better way to start the day than with a sweet treat?! There's something magical about watching simple ingredients-flour, butter, sugar and a splash of milk-turn into golden, fluffy goodness fresh from the oven. It's so fun getting your hands in the dough, cutting out shapes and sneaking a taste at the end. The kitchen fills with warm, buttery smells, laughter and maybe a little friendly competition over whose biscuits rise the highest. It's the kind of lesson in the kitchen that feels more like a celebration than a class!

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Quicker and Easier Breads

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

Baking: Ultimate Chocolate Extravaganza

Indulge your sweet tooth in this chocolate-filled baking experience, perfect for chocoholics! Come elevate your baking game and satisfy your chocolate fix in this hands-on class, where we create velvety, rich treats from the ground up. We'll skip the mixes and focus on high-quality ingredients. Leave with several different chocolate-based delights and the confidence to recreate them at home.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend

Campfire Cooking: Mastering the Dutch Oven

Take your outdoor cooking skills to the next level with the timeless art of Dutch oven cooking. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to prepare delicious meals over a campfire using cast iron cookware, foil and charcoal. Whether you're camping, hunting, overlanding or simply enjoying your backyard fire pit, you'll gain practical techniques for creating flavorful, satisfying meals in the outdoors.

November 5-19, 2026 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

Culinary: Perfect Pan Sauces to Elevate Every Meal

Unlock the secret to restaurant-quality cooking by mastering one of the most versatile techniques in the kitchen, the pan sauce. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to transform flavorful pan drippings into two classic sauces using fresh ingredients and simple techniques that can be adapted to countless meals. You'll prepare and pair your sauces with your choice of chicken or pork, seasonal vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus or carrots and a hearty side of roasted potatoes or rice to create a complete, delicious dinner.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Prineville

Fresh and French: Fish en Papillote

Discover one of the simplest and most elegant ways to prepare fresh fish:<b> en papillote</b>, the classic French technique of steaming fish in a parchment paper packet. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to create perfectly cooked, moist and flavorful fish by sealing it with fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables and aromatic ingredients.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend

Gluten-Free Baking for the Holidays

Holidays are a time of gatherings and sharing good food. In this class, you'll gain confidence in baking gluten and dairy-free treats that will have everyone at your gatherings asking for seconds! Using a variety of gluten-free flours and baking techniques, students will gain hands-on experience in baking flaxseed bread, jam-filled walnut scones and pumpkin biscotti.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 11:00am-2:00pm PST | Bend

Healthy Weeknight Takeout

Skip the takeout and master your favorite flavors at home! In this hands-on culinary class, you'll learn how to create healthier versions of classic Mexican, Asian and Indian dishes-perfect for any night of the week. With easy-to-follow techniques, fresh ingredients and bold spices, you'll craft delicious, guilt-free meals that are both gluten and dairy-free. Plus, you'll save money while enjoying homemade dishes packed with flavor. Get ready to elevate your home cooking with these quick and satisfying recipes. All recipes will be prepared gluten and dairy-free as well as low-glycemic. Please contact the instructor with any additional food sensitivities.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Holiday Bread Baking: Festive Yeast Breads for the Season

Fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of the holidays as you learn to bake three beautiful, festive breads from scratch. In this hands-on class, you'll master the techniques behind fragrant cardamom bread, classic braided challah and soft, sweet morning buns while building confidence working with enriched yeast doughs. You'll learn the fundamentals of mixing, kneading, proofing, shaping and baking, along with decorative braiding and finishing techniques that make homemade breads both delicious and impressive.

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PST | Prineville

Nana's Italian Feast: Meatballs, Marinara and Eggplant Parmesan

Gather around the table for a comforting Italian meal inspired by generations of family cooking. In this hands-on class, you'll prepare tender homemade meatballs, a rich and flavorful marinara sauce and classic eggplant Parmesan with layers of crispy eggplant, melted cheese and savory sauce. Along the way, you'll learn traditional techniques, ingredient tips and the secrets to building authentic Italian flavors from scratch. Whether you're looking to perfect family favorites or start new traditions, you'll leave with delicious recipes, practical skills and the confidence to recreate this hearty Italian feast at home.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PST | Bend

Sauces From Around the World

Bring a world of flavors to your dinner table with easy gluten-free and dairy-free classic sauces that draw from various ethnic traditions. Gain mastery of the following sauces: Mexican Mole Sauce, Thai Coconut Curry, Mediterranean Caper Sauce and Spanish Romesco Sauce. These sauces are bursting with flavor while accommodating common dietary restrictions.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Supper Series: Italian Holiday Feast - Demonstration and Dinner with Chef Candy Argondizza

Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening of Italian cuisine in the COCC Community Education Supper Series. Join Chef Candy Argondizza as she demonstrates how to prepare a traditional Italian holiday feast in the Cascade Culinary Institute's state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen. Along the way, you'll learn classic techniques, hear the stories behind the dishes, and pick up tips for bringing authentic Italian flavors to your own holiday table. After the demonstration, relax and enjoy the meal together in the Elevations dining room with a complimentary glass of wine. The evening's menu features handcrafted orecchiette Bolognese, sautéed broccoli rabe, olive oil cake, and silky crème Celeste. Whether you're looking for holiday inspiration or simply an exceptional culinary experience, this festive supper is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

Taste of Thai: Thai Shrimp Curry, Broccoli and Tofu with Jasmine Rice

Discover the bold, aromatic flavors of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn to prepare a fragrant Thai shrimp curry featuring creamy coconut milk, vibrant herbs and authentic Thai seasonings, along with a flavorful broccoli and tofu side dish served over fragrant jasmine rice. Along the way, you'll explore the balance of sweet, savory, spicy and tangy flavors that define Thai cuisine while gaining confidence using traditional ingredients and techniques. Leave with delicious recipes, practical cooking skills and everything you need to recreate this fresh and satisfying Thai-inspired meal at home.

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PST | Bend

Warm Winter Salads

Just because the weather has changed doesn't mean it's time to give up your salads. In this hands-on class you'll make and sample three award-winning salads that will impress those at your table this winter. On the menu: Roasted Broccoli Salad with Apple; Roasted Bacon, Onion, and Mushroom Salad; and Warm Lentil Salad with Turkey Sausage and Apple.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend