Classes
February 6th and 7th
Central American Cuisine!
The rich and colorful cuisine of Central America is so close geographically, but sometimes feels so far from do-able in your own kitchen. In this class we will use the wide array of amazing ingredients this wonderful part of the world has to offer. You will be blown away by how much the foods we love (like potatoes, corn and chocolate to name a few) were discovered in Central America!
This week’s menu!
- Home-made Vegetable and Cheese Pupusas with Curtido
- Rich Mole Poblano Sauce Over Grilled Tofu Skewers
- Belizean Coconut Scented Rice and Beans
- Home-made Horchata
February 13th and 14th
Delicious Seduction-Aphrodisiac Cuisine Class!
Valentine’s day has been taken over by some box of chocolates that were never made with love or even touched by human hands. We are taking Valentine’s Day back and making a meal full of love and care that will show your sweetie how much you adore them! And it won’t hurt that we are using a few ingredients that are known aphrodisiacs either.
This week’s menu!
- Mustard and Ginger Glazed Seitan Skewers
- Truffle Scented Mashed Potatoes With Crispy Basil
- Grilled Asparagus With Toasted Almonds Drizzled With A Fig Champagne Vinaigrette
- Brandy Glazed Banana Custard
February 20th and 21st
Fresh, Fast and Healthy – Weeknight Meals Edition!
We’re all busy, but we deserve to treat ourselves well and give our bodies the goodies they need to be healthy and productive. That’s where this class fits in! We’ll show you easy and delicious recipes to put together in a snap. If you find yourself pressed for time and unable to think of what to make for dinner, all you’ll have to do is grab your recipes from this class and head to the market, and dinner will be ready before you know it!
This week’s menu!
- Kidney Bean and Veggie Burger Patties with a White Wine Cashew Cheese
- Baby Greens With Sautéed Celery Root in an Agave Hazelnut Mustard Dressing
- Rosemary and Lemon Roasted Root Vegetable French Fries
- Cinnamon Maple Dessert Crepes with fresh berries
February 27th and 28th
Southern Comfort!
Just because we don’t want the all the fat in our gravy doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the comfort of those Southern foods that we love. In this class, the kitchen will smell amazing, and our Comfort Foods-O-Meter will be off the charts! We will create healthful counterparts to traditionally fattening recipes, without sacrificing flavor and comfort! Delicious!
This week’s menu!
- Skillet Jalapeño Cornbread with a Whipped Lime Maple Butter
- Baked Mac and Cheese with Smoky Tempeh Bacon and Spelt Bread Crumbs
- Slow Cooked Collard Greens with Heirloom Tomatoes
- Red Velvet Cupcakes with a Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
March 6th and 7th
Local and Seasonal Spring Foods!
Beginning in March, all sorts of locally grown produce starts to blossom. Spring is an amazing time to eat fresh foods that will kick start your move into your summer body! We will use all the foods that the season has to offer, and create an amazing meal that will make you feel energized and ready for Spring cleaning!
This week’s menu!
- Fresh Spring Pea, Arugula and New Potato Salad in a Light Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette
- Velvety Carrot Soup with a Home-made Mint Oil
- White Bean, Fresh Mushroom and Asparagus Puff Pastry Purses
- Strawberry Shortcake with a Coconut Whipped Cream
March 13th and 14th – NO CLASSES!
March 20th and 21st
A Tasting Trip to Thailand!
Thai food is one of our favorite cuisines! We love how the dishes combine sweet, spicy, salty, and tangy flavors all in one recipe. With this class we will show you how to create authentic Thai food (without any fish sauce!) that will taste so good, you may want to board the next flight to Bangkok!
This week’s menu!
- Tom Kha (Coconut Tofu Soup)
- Pad Thai with Fresh Vegetables
- Grilled Seitan Satay with a Zesty Ginger Peanut Sauce
- Sticky Rice with Mango in a Creamy Coconut Sauce
March 27th and 28th
Spanish Tapas Party!
Tapas are lots of fun to make and eat! These small dishes can be served any time of day, and they make a wonderful addition to any cocktail party. In this class, we put our healthy vegan twist on classic Spanish fare. You’ll be surprised how easy and delicious it is to re-create these wonderful foods. And we’ll even teach you the secret to a killer glass of sangria. Olé!
This week’s menu!
- Patatas Bravas (Spicy Roasted Potatoes)
- Spiced Veggie Paella
- Sauteed Seasoned Olives and Cinnamon and Cumin Glazed Almonds
- Phyllo “Cigars” with a Tofu Feta and Herb Filling
- Sangria!
April 3rd and 4th – NO CLASSES, ENJOY YOUR EASTER WEEKEND!
April 10th
Backyard BBQ! (Saturday Classes Only)
Okay, so we don’t really have a backyard, but we can sure cook like we have one! We will prepare an unforgettable All-American feast that won’t make you feel sluggish. We may have to bust out the wet-naps and bibs, because it’s gonna get Barbequey in here!
This week’s menu!
- Saucy BBQ Seitan Burgers, with all the ’fixins
- Light Lemon Coleslaw with Toasted Walnuts and Spring Peas
- Baked Sweet Potato Fries with a Cream Roasted Garlic and Herb Dipping Sauce
- Zesty Meyer Lemon Bars with a Toasted Coconut Crust
April 17th and 18th
A Taste of France!
The sophisticated and beautiful way of French eating is too often a no-no for vegans because of all the heavy butter and crème. With this class, we’ll explore the delightfulness and deliciousness of French food, vegan-style! Come learn how to put a little “ooh la la” on your plate!
This week’s menu!
- French Onion Soup with a Cheesy Crouton Topping
- Buckwheat Crepes filled with Spring Vegetables in a Rich Béchamel Sauce
- Home-style Ratatouille
- Grand Marnier Truffles
April 24th and 25th
Throwback to the 50’S – Traditional Meals Gone Vegan!
We love flipping through old Betty Crocker cookbooks and admiring all the amazingly colorful meals people used to make. We created this class to put a healthy twist on traditional meals, and motivate people to come back to the dinner table! We’re all busy guys and gals, but for one day we can play domestic and make a swell meal.
This week’s menu!
- Mashed Potato-Frosted Tempeh and Fresh Veggie Meatloaf
- Green Bean Casserole with Frizzled Shallots and Spelt Breadcrumbs
- Cream of Tomato Soup
- Key Lime Chiffon Pie