• 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 […]

    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 […]

    Buy Tickets $175.00
  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]