Upcoming Courses

Courses

Blooms, Boats and BBQ

We start our day at Powell Gardens, aka, the Kansas City Botanical Gardens. Established in 1988, Powell Gardens has more than 175 acres of lush, rolling hills and windswept meadows and is home to a large collection of plants located in eight themed display gardens. Summer will be in full bloom, and you will experience a variety of bold summer color along the winding brick paths. Our next stop is the National WWI Museum and Memorial. The National WWI Museum and Memorial is America's leading institution dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community. Lunch will be on your own at Over There Cafe. Guests dine surrounded by World War I-themed décor featuring the flags of the Allied and Central Powers and a poppy field mural. Our final stop will be the Arabia Steamboat Museum located in the historic City-Market district of Kansas City. When the mighty Steamboat Arabia sank near Kansas City on September 5, 1856, she carried 200 tons of mystery cargo. Lost for 132 years, its recovery in 1988 revealed a treasure trove of well-preserved artifacts that will captivate and amaze you. To finish off our day in true Kansas City fashion, we will have dinner at Jack Stack BBQ. Today, Jack Stack Barbecue is in its 4th generation of Fiorella family ownership and has evolved into the largest wood-fired cookery in the US.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University 


Click HERE to register for Boats, Blooms and BBQ! on Saturday, June 10, 2023, WSU Hughes Metropolitan Complex

Cocktail Hour with Shaken or Stirred

Come join the fun and learn how to make three amazing cocktails from scratch! In this class, participants will get hands-on experience making cocktails while learning the fundamentals and history of making a good cocktail. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Instructor: Pat Pelkowski, Owner Shaken or Stirred.  The cost of the the class is $79 per person or $119 for 2.  Please call 316-978-6492 to register for the 2 for $119 price. 

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Introduction to Single Malt Scotch

Single Malt Scotch is one of the fastest growing drinks in the global spirits industry. This isn't your grandfather's drink-Scotch is a spirit for adults of all ages, backgrounds and tastes! Whether you are new to the world of whisky or a seasoned enthusiast, this class will be an exciting exploration of Scotland's national drink. This two-week class includes a brief history of Scotch whisky, an exploration of the whisky regions of Scotland and an overview of the Scotch production process. You'll learn how to taste Scotch and will sample five different Single Malt Scotches from various whisky regions. Six lucky winners will go home with a Glencairn glass-the official tasting glass for Scotch! This class is perfect as a solo event or a date night with your significant other!

You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll. 

Instructor:
Jason Bosch, Certified Scotch Professional

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Luxury Wines

WSU wine educator and sommelier, Guy Bower,will present two classes on luxury wine. The first class will focus on white wines and the second on reds. You will learn about each wine's special growing region or vineyard, production method and pedigree as well as what makes an expensive wine so pricey, all while sampling wines that may be slightly above your everyday wine budget. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.

Instructor:
Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host f the Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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Mexican Cooking

John Mendoza's Mexican foods cooking class! Learn how to cook Spanish rice, refried beans, and fresh salsa, all served with a fantastic entrée! Very tasty recipes and simple to learn! We eat what we cook, and we cook a lot!!! Each class is a different dish. Pick one or all.


Instructor:
John Mendoza - Mexican Food Instructor

Tame your Electric Pressure Cooker

Whether you have been using your pressure cooker for years or you're feeling overwhelmed by all the buttons, this class is for you. Together with other pressure cooking newbies, we will tame your instant pot/multi-cooker so that you can dazzle your family and friends with home-cooked meals made in a fraction of the time! Please come to class with your electric pressure cooker and an appetite to learn and eat! Ingredients will be provided.


Instructor: Trisha Thomas, Cooking Instructor

The Basics of Taste, An Adventure In Wine

WSU wine educator and sommelier, Guy Bower, will present a casual overview of the mechanics of taste, how to recognize and describe varietal characteristics and to howto identify personal likes and dislikes. Learn about grapevines and the vineyard year as well as the basics of fermentation and wine production. You'll have the opportunity to taste an array of wines from different regions and understand winemaker techniques that impact wine enjoyment. Each class will consist of a brief introductory lecture followed by a tasting of different wines. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.

Instructor:
Guy Bower, Level-1 Sommelier, Host f the Good Life radio program on KNSS, Founding Chairman, Wichita Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food

Cancellation Policy:
We will refund 100% of your registration fee if the class you wish to take is full or if the class is canceled. A student who withdraws a minimum of 24 hours prior to the first class will receive a registration refund less 15%. Failure to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. All withdrawals must be received in writing and postmarked prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be issued after the first class meeting.

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The Culinary Adventures of Sue Chef and The Food God

Carrie Rengers became known as Sue Chef when her husband, former Wichita Eagle food editor Joe Stumpe, used to write about her in his food columns. She's called Sue for her second-class status as sous chef when they cook, and she sarcastically calls Joe the Food God. He's now editor of the Active Age and teaches culinary classes at Mark Arts. Carrie is a columnist for the Wichita Eagle, where she's broken a lot of business news and has written on numerous other topics, including everything from serious subjects, such as COVID-19, to fun stories, such as what it's like to raise backyard chickens.

Carrie and Joe are going to share several easy recipes for Asian dishes, including Vietnamese spring rolls, pad Thai, coriander chicken and the famous Vietnamese nuoc cham dipping sauce.

Instructor:
Joe Stumpe and Carrie Rengers


This course contains no sessions

Wine, Cider and More Wine - A Local Kansas Tasting!

Join us for a day of tastings and tours. Our first stop is the award-winning Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery, a family-owned artisanal winery located near Paola, KS. Sommerset has over 9,000 grapevines and produces over 5,000 cases of hand-crafted premium wines annually. After our private tour of the winery and vineyard, we will partake in a Comprehensive Tasting 
(more than a regular tasting). Lunch will be provided along with live music for your enjoyment. No trip to the Paola area is complete without a tour and tasting at the Louisburg Cider Mill and Country Store. Started as a roadside stand nearly 50 years ago, it has grown into a thriving brand and institution. Two of its most recognized products, Louisburg pure old-fashioned apple cider and Lost Trail Soda, can be found at major retailers and small local markets. The Cider Mill has also become a regional destination that offers customers a unique opportunity not only to taste great apple cider and apple cider donuts, but to see where and how those products are made. We will finish the day in Whitewater, KS, at the Grace Hill Winery, a local Wichita favorite. We will have a private tasting of 7 of the Grace Hill "greatest hits" in their beautiful event center. After our tasting, we will tour the vineyard, winery, and cellar to see the journey from vine to wine. Snacks are available for a small fee. You must be at least 21 years of age to enroll. 

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University


Click HERE to register for Wine, Cider and More Wine - A Local Kansas Tasting! on Saturday, May 20, 2023, WSU Hughes Metropolitan Complex