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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Get to know one of our most locally important and delectable fish! We’ll learn about the biology, ecology, fisheries, purchasing and various preparations for California halibut from a former commercial fisherman, fishmonger and seafood chef. Learn how to evaluate quality, butcher a whole fish and use local halibut in cooked and raw applications. Enjoy tasting […]

Take a hands-on journey to southern Italy with Honey Grace Lopez, who pursued her calling as a 'pastaia' through studies around the world. She will guide you step-by-step to make traditional pasta dough using only flour, water, and your own two hands. With her help, guests will create distinctive shapes from Italy's south: cavatelli, malloreddus, […]

Finish your week with bright, refreshing flavors from the Yucatán and Chef Luis Realpozo, whose vibrant approach to cooking draws on decades of experience and regional tradition. He'll lead you to bring simple, fresh ingredients together to create dishes that please the eye and the appetite. Learn techniques behind classic and contemporary ceviche, explore plant-based […]

Take a culinary road trip exploring different styles of pizza from across the country. With guidance from Chef Dave Leyva, make a sampling of regional pizzas that vary in crust, sauce and toppings. Your class moves from classic Neapolitan with a light-as-air crust to Detroit's hefty deep-dish version to crispy tavern pizza invented as a bar snack. Learn the […]

Join acclaimed chef and "Wine Style" author Kate Leahy for an evening of crisp whites and interesting reds, along with delicious savory bites for perfect pairing.  In this interactive and hands-on class, learn about matching small bites with your wines and cook up some crowd-pleasing appetizers. What You’ll Make and Take Home: Make a batch […]