• Public Class: California Winter Mushrooms with Chef Matt Shapiro

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Join Chef Matt Shapiro, a passionate forager, to explore cooking with California’s winter mushrooms. In this deep-dive class, you’ll cook with Black Trumpet, Hedgehog and Yellowfoot mushrooms, taking home three delicious recipes: two that highlight a single mushroom’s unique flavor and one that blends all three into a harmonious dish. Hear Matt’s top tips on […]

    Buy Tickets $150.00
  • Chef Event: Demonstration and Dinner with Dave the Butcher

    The Key Room 1385 N. Hamilton Pkwy, Novato, CA, United States

    Dave the Butcher, a longtime educator and master meat-cutter, presents a demonstration of the butcher's craft paired with a menu that showcases lamb. At the end, his custom cuts of prime lamb will be awarded to raffle winners! The menu: Shaved Brussels Sprouts "Lyonnaise" Lamb bacon and Dijon vinaigrette, poached quail's egg Roast Leg of […]

    Buy Tickets $100 – $800
  • Public Class: Sourdough 101 with Sarah Owens

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Dive into the art of sourdough in this 3-hour workshop! Join James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and celebrated fermenter Sarah Owens as she shares her expertise in crafting sourdough starters and transforming them into delicious breads or treats. You’ll learn how to mix, shape, score and bake your own loaf of bread, plus discover how […]

    Buy Tickets $175.00
  • Public Class: Artisan Handmade Pasta with Honey Grace Lopez

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Discover the art of handmade filled pasta with Honey Grace Lopez, who has studied pasta around the world. She will guide you step-by-step in mixing flour and eggs by hand into artisanal dough, then shaping classic ricotta-filled pastas including ravioli, tortellini and mezzaluna. Enjoy tasting the class-made morsels together at the end of class. What […]

  • Public Class: Irish Tea Party with Honey Grace Lopez

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    CANCELED: We apologize but unforeseen events have forced us to cancel this class. Celebrate the sweet traditions of an Irish tea party with Honey Grace Lopez, who trained at Ireland's renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School. She will guide you step by step in making classic treats like scones, shortbread, and lemon drizzle bars, sharing her tips […]

  • Public Class: Broth Talk with Honey Grace Lopez

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Explore the foundations of flavorful broth in this semi-demo class with Honey Grace Lopez, who trained at Ireland's Ballymaloe Cookery School. Known for her approachable teaching style, Honey will guide you through the essentials of broth-making and show you how to transform simple ingredients into rich, nourishing soups. You’ll also learn techniques for creating a […]

  • Chef Event: Darryl Bell of Stateline Road Smokehouse

    The Key Room 1385 N. Hamilton Pkwy, Novato, CA, United States

    Chef Darryl Bell brings authentic Kansas City-style barbecue in three dishes from his Napa restaurant, Stateline Road Smokehouse. His menu: Rancho Gordo Beans, Braised Collard Greens and Nueske Bacon Sliced Hickory-Smoked Brisket with Red & Green Coleslaw Strawberry Cream Soda Cake with Fresh Berries & Vanilla Soft Serve A Kansas City native, Chef Darryl built […]

    Buy Tickets $100 – $800
  • Public Class: the Art of Fermentation with Sarah Owens

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Discover the art of fermenting fresh, seasonal produce in this hands-on workshop! Join award-winning cookbook author and celebrated fermenter Sarah Owens as she shares her expertise in transforming California’s bounty into flavorful fermented products that are rich in probiotics. Known for her approachable, craft-driven cookbooks, Sarah will guide you step by step in safely making […]

  • Public Class: Beer and Cheese Pairing with Chef Andy Wild

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Aged cheddar and a rich IPA? Stilton and stout? Beer and cheese are both known for a wide range of flavor profiles, from creamy and rich to complex and bold. Enjoy an evening tasting a variety of beers and cheeses. Learn how to perfectly compliment (or contrast) your favorite brew with a delicious cheese.  End the evening noshing on freshly baked pretzels and Bavarian cheese spread with glug of great beer. What You Take Home: Beer […]

  • Public Class: Japanese Flavors with Richard Keating

    Community Teaching Kitchen Gilardi Training & Events Center, 1367 N. Hamilton Pkwy., Novato, CA, United States

    Learn about the staples of an age-old cuisine with Richard Keating of The Japanese Pantry. This class spotlights dashi, an umami pillar of Japanese cooking. You will use dashi to make Tonjiru, a savory miso soup, alongside a refreshing Japanese Cucumber Salad and Brown Butter Mochi. Learn how to bring the authentic flavors of Japan into […]