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

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: Fresh Fruit Tart - From Crust to Cream

Join us for a hands-on culinary journey and learn to create a stunning, bakery-style fresh fruit tart completely from scratch! You will master the art of making a crisp, buttery pâte sucrée (sweet tart dough), blind-baking for the perfect crunch, and whipping up a rich, silky vanilla bean pastry cream. Finally, you'll learn to arrange vibrant, seasonal fruits in a decorative pattern, finishing with a delicate glaze for a professional shine. Leave with a masterpiece that is as beautiful as it is delicious!

Saturday, July 18, 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

Healthy Cooking for Blood Sugar Balance

Did you know that one in three Americans are pre diabetic? The good news-pre diabetes is a wake-up call, not a life sentence! In this hands-on culinary class, you'll discover how to take charge of your health with delicious, blood sugar-friendly meals. Learn to transform your breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert into nourishing, satisfying dishes that support balanced blood sugar. Taught by holistic nutritionist Dianne Porter, you'll leave empowered to make simple, tasty changes that can have a lasting impact on your well-being.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 11:00am-2:00pm PDT | 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

Mediterranean Sampler

Enjoy camaraderie, cooking and culinary adventure in this class. We'll work in teams to create a Mediterranean sampler and share appetizers, an entrée and dessert with regional wine pairings. On the menu: Hummus and veggies; Prosciutto-wrapped dates; Cod in saffron broth with chorizo and potatoes; Lemon-anise biscotti; Regional wines. All recipes will be prepared gluten and dairy-free as well as low-glycemic. Please contact the instructor with any additional food sensitivities.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Nourishing Little Ones: A Practical Cooking Series for New Moms

This supportive, hands-on culinary class is a series designed for new moms navigating how to feed babies and toddlers with confidence. Participants will learn the fundamentals of baby-led weaning and purées, along with practical strategies for meal prep, balanced nutrition, and baking wholesome foods for young children. The course emphasizes simple, family-friendly recipes that grow with your child, from first bites to toddler meals, making everyday feeding less stressful and more enjoyable.

August 8-29, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend

Perfect Summer Baking: From Pies to Cobblers

Despite the heat, summer is a wonderful time to bake. With an abundance of beautiful fruits in season, nothing pairs better than sugar, dough and spice. In this hands-on class, you'll practice essential baking techniques while creating light, seasonal desserts perfect for warm-weather gatherings. From zesty key lime pie to cloud-like angel food cake and rustic, bubbling cobblers, these desserts are guaranteed to shine at your next BBQ or pool party.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 10:00am-2:00pm PDT | Prineville

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

Vegetarian Mediterranean Sampler

This hands-on cooking class explores the healthful, plant-based Mediterranean Diet, which has consistently ranked as a top choice in various categories, including Best Overall Diet by U.S. News & World Report. Students will prepare three vegetarian and gluten-free Mediterranean dishes: African Peanut Soup, Moroccan-Style Quinoa with Chickpeas and Classic Italian Anise Biscotti.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend

Veggies for Breakfast

A whopping 90% of us don't consume enough vegetables each day. Veggies help with weight loss, blood sugar regulation, skin, hair and nail health and are cancer-protective. Swap the bagel for one of these veggie-filled breakfasts and get a head start on getting the recommended servings of vegetables each day. On the menu: Cauliflower Bake, Sausage Egg Cups (meatless option available) and Sweet Potato Hash. Please contact the instructor with any additional food sensitivities.

Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 10:00am-1:00pm PDT | Bend