Gourmet Corner

JANUARY

Pizza, Pizza Every Day
A look at different styles of pizza

Hand tossed NY style, Sicilian, and a stuffed Chicago pizza are all covered in this class focusing on different regional pizza and the dough that makes them unique.  Come join us in a pizza class with a little something for every one.

Saturday, January 7, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton
Friday, January 13, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Indy South

Built to Last!
American Classics with a Twist

Huevoes rancheros with green chili sauce, chicken pot pie and noodles, and a tomato & dill soup that is just begging for a grilled cheese sandwich.  These are adaptations of classic American dishes that will sure to be family favorites.

Friday, January 20, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, January 21, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

FREE Convection Cooking Class

Stop pushing the “Bake” button, and start getting the most out of your convection oven.  Join Chef Steve for a session designed specifically to 
demystify the secrets of convection cooking. 

Topics to include:  knowing when your food is done, recipe conversions, time vs. internal temperature, and cooking modes to name a few. Come prepared with questions to share with the group! 

Wednesday, January 11, 11:00am-1:00pm, Castleton
Saturday, January 14, 3:00pm-5:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, January 28, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

FEBRUARY 

Valentines Reservations; A Table for Two
A delicious dinner that will not have you in the kitchen for days!

In this class we will make an elegantly simple dinner featuring 4 courses that will make them think you were cooking for days.  We will feature a green salad with citrus shallot vinaigrette, an earthy mushroom risotto, followed up by rosemary smoked chicken.  Oh yeah, no Valentines would be complete without rich dark molten chocolate cake.  We will discuss how to prep ahead and not spend the entire evening in the kitchen. ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!

Friday, February 10, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, February 11, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

Flavors of the World I
Authentic Thai food without going to Thailand

This is the first class in a series of classes where we will eat our way around the globe.  This class will feature several classics like a Green Curry Gaeng Kiaw Wan Gai (Green Chicken Curry) with basmati, Gai Golek (rotisserie chicken glazed with coconut milk, and Rad Na Moo, (a noodle dish with tender pork).

Friday, February 24, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, February 25, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

FREE Convection Cooking Class

Stop pushing the “Bake” button, and start getting the most out of your convection oven.  Join Chef Steve for a session designed specifically to 
demystify the secrets of convection cooking. 

Topics to include:  knowing when your food is done, recipe conversions, time vs. internal temperature, and cooking modes to name a few. Come prepared with questions to share with the group! 

Saturday, February 4, Noon-2pm, Indy South
Wednesday, February 15, 11:00am-1:00pm, Castleton

FREE Advantium Cooking Class

Take the mystique out of this versatile and unique oven.  This free class is designed to answer any questions and challenges you may have as well as open up new and exciting possibilities that this oven offers.  We will discuss both the 120 volt as well as the 240 volt models.  This class is designed for those who have an Advantium as well as for those who might want one.

Saturday, February 18, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

MARCH

Flavors of the World II
Italy: No need to say more!

This is the next in a series of classes where we will eat our way around the globe.  This class will feature a Pizza Bianca Bruschetta with Prosciutto and Truffle Oil, Porcini Crusted Sea Bass Marsala, and Bomboloni alla Crema.  A real elegant Italian feast!

Friday, March 9, 4:00-6:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, March 10, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

Back to the Basics
Baking 101

This is the first class in a series of classes where we will dive into the basics of cooking.  In this class we will demystify the art and science of baking.  From a basic muffin, to scones, white chocolate brownies and even a chocolate raspberry torte. Join us for Back to the Basics: Baking 101

Friday, March 23, 4:00pm-6:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, March 24, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

FREE Convection Cooking Class

Stop pushing the “Bake” button, and start getting the most out of your convection oven.  Join Chef Steve for a session designed specifically to 
demystify the secrets of convection cooking. 

Topics to include:  knowing when your food is done, recipe conversions, time vs. internal temperature, and cooking modes to name a few. Come prepared with questions to share with the group! 

Thursday, March 15, Noon-2pm, Indy South
Saturday, March 17, Noon-2pm, Castleton

FREE Advantium Cooking Class

Take the mystique out of this versatile and unique oven.  This free class is designed to answer any questions and challenges you may have as well as open up new and exciting possibilities that this oven offers.  We will discuss both the 120 volt as well as the 240 volt models.  This class is designed for those who have an Advantium as well as for those who might want one.

Saturday, March 3, Noon-2:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, March 31, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

APRIL

Flavors of the World III
Mexico:  This is not your mass market Tex-Mex

This is the next in a series of classes where we will eat our way around the globe.  This class will feature a steak torta, (fancy name for sandwich).  Slow cooked chicken and bean enchiladas, toasted red chili and tomatillo salsa, Mexican red rice, and a caramelized mango tart for dessert.

Friday, April 6, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, April 7, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

FREE Convection Cooking Class

Stop pushing the “Bake” button, and start getting the most out of your convection oven.  Join Chef Steve for a session designed specifically to 
demystify the secrets of convection cooking. 

Topics to include:  knowing when your food is done, recipe conversions, time vs. internal temperature, and cooking modes to name a few. Come prepared with questions to share with the group! 

Thursday, April 11, Noon -2:00pm, Castleton
Saturday, April 14, Noon-2:00pm, Indy South

FREE Advantium Cooking Class

Take the mystique out of this versatile and unique oven.  This free class is designed to answer any questions and challenges you may have as well as open up new and exciting possibilities that this oven offers.  We will discuss both the 120 volt as well as the 240 volt models.  This class is designed for those who have an Advantium as well as for those who might want one.

Wednesday, April 18, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

Back to the Basics II
Sauces

This is the second class in a series where we will dive into the basics of cooking.  In this class we will demystify the art of sauces.  We will make an example of each of the 5 mother sauces in which thousands of sauces come from, and apply them to some great dishes.  Homemade mac and cheese, chicken and noodles, pot roast with a mushroom and onion espagnole sauce, wedge salad with blue cheese vinaigrette, and broccoli with hollandaise.

Friday, April 20, 6:00pm -8:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, April 21, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton

This is NOT just a Man’s World I: Outdoor Cooking
Grilling basics for everyone!

This is the start of our outdoor cooking for this season.  Burgers, sausages, steaks and chicken hot and fresh from the grill.  We will focus on basic grilling techniques and preparation ideas that will set your backyard barbecue apart from the Jones’s next door!

Friday, April 27, 6:00pm -8:00pm, Indy South
Saturday, April 28, Noon-2:00pm, Castleton