Courses

Baklava is a traditional pastry dessert known for its sweet, rich flavor and flaky texture. Join us in this hands-on interactive class where you will cook virtually with Instructor Mimi. You will learn how to prepare a flavorful but easy Baklava dessert, and you get to bake it in your own oven following the instructor's guidance. You will receive an email with an ingredient list and a link prior to the start of class.


Thursday, April 18, 2024, Online Only
What's not to love about a big, bodacious brunch buffet? From traditional breakfast dishes to surprising lunch items, brunch offers a broad spectrum of flavors. Enhance your buffet menu with a few of the dishes prepared in this demonstration-only class. You will get to sample the dishes at the end of class.


Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Osseo Middle School Rm 174 FACS Lab
Join Chef Tess as she leads you through making a variety of the most delicious California rolls that will have you wondering why you haven't tried making them before. California sushi roll combinations are limited only by your imagination. Vegetarian, with or without seaweed, spicy or not -- it is totally up to you! Learn the skill of creating seasoned sushi rice and spicy mayo, and how to stuff, wrap and shape the rolls. Make it a date or family night as you create lasting memories in your kitchen!


Saturday, May 11, 2024, Online Only
Dim Sum refers to a meal consisting of numerous small appetizers or finger foods and often includes some type of dumpling. Join Chef Tess for one of her newest classes as she leads you through creating flavorful pot stickers with homemade wrappers and a delicious dipping sauce! You will have the option of making a pork-based filling or a chicken-based filling.


Saturday, March 23, 2024, Online Only
Dive into the world of unique rolled and stuffed pizzas and marvelous focaccia bread in this virtual cook-along class. Learn how to make your own homemade focaccia bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called stromboli, and the stuffed pizzas we know as calzones.


Saturday, April 20, 2024, Online Only
Known as the Pizza Master "Pizzaiolo" in her family and community, instructor Tess will help you learn the key ingredients used to make homemade pizza dough and pizza sauce. If you are part of a pizza-loving family, this class is for you! You will use the instructor's personal recipes to make flatbread pizza dough and panini roll dough. She will also guide you in making pizza sauce from scratch. You can personalize your flatbread and panini pizza with your choice of toppings and fillings.


Saturday, May 25, 2024, Online Only
Restaurant-quality egg rolls and samosas can be made right in your own kitchen! These appetizers are jammed with flavors from around the world and can be a quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and fun to eat. Make a variety of egg rolls, samosas, and dipping sauces in this virtual class.


Thursday, March 21, 2024, Online Only
Gnocchi are bite-sized tender soft pillows of pasta goodness with the ability to take on added flavor to create mouthwatering meals that will become family favorites. They are even simpler to make than other fresh pasta options. During this fun-filled class, you will learn how to create these little morsels and turn them into a scrumptious meal.


Saturday, April 27, 2024, Online Only
Two of the most-craved food items in North America are pizza and soft pretzels! Learn how to satisfy both cravings at once by joining Tess as she guides you through her step-by-step process of creating her Specialty Gourmet Pretzel Crust Pizza! You'll also have the pleasure of learning to prepare her homemade pizza sauce, soft pretzel knots, and a velvety beer-cheese dip!


Friday, March 22, 2024, Online Only
No need to look beyond your own kitchen for restaurant-quality spring rolls! Create two types of spring rolls bursting with a symphony of flavors bold and bright enough to wake up any and all taste buds. Your choice of meat (chicken or pork) and veggies will fill the crispy spring rolls, and fresh veggies and your precooked protein will fill the fresh spring rolls. Dive into the world of spring rolls and learn the techniques used to create fillings, as well as how to wrap, roll, and cook these delightful packets of bright deliciousness!


Saturday, May 18, 2024, Online Only
Thai cuisine is a feast for the senses! It is flavorful, aromatic and beautiful, with care given to the food's appearance and smell as well as texture and taste. Explore the tantalizing flavors of the Thai region in one delicious evening.


Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Osseo Middle School Rm 174 FACS Lab