Events Calendar

Chef Paul Schroeder of Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate

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

Learn about farm-to-table eating in the Wine Country with Chef Paul Schroeder of Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens. He will present three courses built on the estate’s seasonal garden-to-plate ethos. His menu: […]

$100 – $800

Baker and Chef Amy Brown of Marla

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

Baker and chef Amy Brown of Marla in Santa Rosa presents recipes for late summer, embracing the season with locally sourced bounty. Her menu: Marla Breads with Seasoned Farmers Cheese […]

$100 – $800

Hands-On Class: Pâte à Choux with Chef Dave Leyva

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

Learn the versatile French dough that puffs, rises and dazzles. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll master pâte à choux - the foundation for airy cream puffs, elegant éclairs, savory gougères […]

$125

Hands-On Class: Porcini Season with Chef Matt Shapiro

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

Discover the deep, earthy flavor of porcini mushrooms in a class dedicated to this prized, locally abundant ingredient. Together, we’ll explore how to handle both fresh and dried porcini. You […]

$150

Hands-On Class: Mezze with Chef Cristina Topham

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

Learn to craft a delectable mezze platter that turns any event into a celebration! Get tips from a star of Lebanese cuisine as you make authentic Beiruti Hummus, Baba Ghanoush […]

$175

Chef and Author Kate Leahy with “Wine Style”

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

Learn about food to pair with wine from Kate Leahy, an award-winning author and chef who has written more than a dozen books with culinary celebrities like Michael Mina and […]

$100 – $800

Hands-On Class: Cook with Chef Roland Passot

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

Learn about French cuisine and cook alongside Chef Roland Passot, a French master chef and local restaurateur. More details coming soon! About the Instuctor:Chef Roland Passot is the founder of […]

$195

Chef Dustin Valette and Vintner Dan Kosta

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

Greet the cooler season with a special evening pairing Chef Dustin Valette, chef/owner of Valette restaurant and The Matheson in Healdsburg, with Dan Kosta, renowned producer of world-class pinot noir […]

$175 – $1400

Hands-On Class: Holiday Party Baking with Chef Dave Leyva

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

Holiday baking from breakfast to dessert! Move from Chai-Spiced Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls to Walnut, Leek & Feta Flatbread, Parker House Rolls and Cranberry Roulade. Learn the techniques for mixing yeast […]

$125

Hands-On Class: Holiday Cookies with Chef Marco Soto

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

This class will focus on a variety of techniques and flavors to create a delicious and decorative assortment of holiday cookies. We will cover make-ahead strategies, decorating and packing tips […]

$150