Menu - Bistro Brunch: Prosciutto Wrapped Cantaloupe Roasted Salmon Nicoise Salad Mediterranean Couscous Mini Lemon Blueberry Tartlets with Lemon Curd About: You’ve enjoyed brunch in the past before. Why not cook your own this time? Join us as we work together to cook the ultimate late morning spread! Students will create today’s meal using ingredients prepared by our...
Week 2 – Meals That Heal: Exploring the Benefits of the Mediterranean Anti-inflammatory Diet Lecture Portion (30-40 mins) The Mediterranean Anti-inflammatory Diet, renowned for its health benefits, offers some of the most nourishing and delicious cuisine of the world. Learn about the diet’s guiding principles, the Mediterranean Food Pyramid, broad-range of commonly used ingredients, and...
Practical Series – Topic: Sauces Demi-Glace Small Sauces Roux Béchamel About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s)...
Practical Series – Topic: Sauces Demi-Glace Small Sauces Roux Béchamel About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s)...
Menu - Touch of French: Gougeres with Mixed Baby Spring Greens and Dijon Vinaigrette Steamed Salmon en Papillote with Fresh Vegetables Almond Rice Pilaf Fresh Berry Clafoutis About: Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and meet the chefs...
Specialty Wine Dinner – About: Classic Cooking is pleased to offer another Specialty Wine Dinner on Saturday, May 7th! Join us for this deluxe event which will feature exclusive fine wines craftily paired with a five-course menu. Cost: $100 per person. Dinner starts at 5:00 pm. To check for availability, please call (480-502-0177) or email (info@ccacademy.edu)...
Week 3 – Feeding Your Brain: Optimize Memory and Cognition with Whole Foods Lecture Portion (30-40 mins) Cognitive decline is not inevitable. In fact, research continues to demonstrate the important connection between nutrition and the brain’s overall health. Learn about the food plan’s guiding principles, detailed lists of what to eat and what to avoid, as well as...
Practical Series – Topic: Eggs Scrambled Omelette Poached Hollandaise About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from...
Practical Series – Topic: Eggs Scrambled Omelette Poached Hollandaise About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from...
Pastry Class – Menu: Sweet Crêpes: Lemon Curd with Blueberries Strawberries and Cream with Chocolate Drizzle Orange Ricotta Savory Crêpes: Ham and Cheese with Fresh Herbs Chicken in Mushroom Cream Sauce About: For the debonair baker who has the savoir-faire! Learn how to make this thin pancake from France! Students will learn how to make the...
Menu - Diner Breakfast: Summer Fruit Salad with Orange Honey Perfect Scrambled Eggs with Fine Herbs Blueberry Pancakes and Fresh Blueberry Compote Crushed Black Pepper Corn and Maple Bacon Crumb Coffee Cake About: You’ve enjoyed brunch in the past before. Why not cook your own this time? Join us as we work together to cook...
Week 4 – Boosting Immunity: Learn How to Strengthen Your Immunity with Nutritious, Easy-to Make Meals Lecture Portion (30-40 mins) Cognitive decline is not inevitable. In fact, research continues to demonstrate the important connection between nutrition and the brain’s overall health. Learn about the food plan’s guiding principles, detailed lists of what to eat and what to...
Practical Series – Topic: Eggs Custard Crème Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie Crust About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their...
Practical Series – Topic: Eggs Custard Crème Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie Crust About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their...
Menu - Dine Out: Roasted Fresh Tomato and Basil Soup Grilled Flank Steak with Chipotle Tequila Butter Cheesy Duchess Potatoes Green Beans Almondine Fresh Berries Crostata with Vanilla Ice Cream About: Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and...
Curriculum: Topics: History of Barbecue Types of Grills and Smokers Basic Tools Types of Woods Common Cuts of Meats Used Cooking and Resting Times Spices, Rubs, and Sauces Food Included: Pork Belly Burnt Ends Beef Brisket Ribs Smoked Chicken There will also be a hands-on portion where students will make a corn salsa, potato salad,...
About: Nothing tastes better than homemade bread right out of the oven, and freshly made cheese. While this may seem intimidating, we will show you how easily these things can be prepared at home. First we’ll demonstrate how to make a seasonal bread, and then you will make your own. As your dough is rising,...
Week 5 – Healthy Desserts Lecture Portion: (20-30 Minutes) The lecture will consist of an explanation of diet restrictions, substitutions, and techniques when it comes to healthier desserts. Each group will be baking and make all three desserts: a low to no sugar option, a gluten free option, and a dairy free option. Menu: Low Sugar Banana Bread...
Practical Series – Topic: Soufflés Dessert & Savory About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the...
Practical Series – Topic: Soufflés Dessert & Savory About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the...
Menu - German Dinner: Pretzel Roll with Bratwurst Rosemary Pork Loin Sautéed Red Cabbage German Potato Salad Linzer Torte About: Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and meet the chefs who go over each item on the menu....
Practical Series – Topic: Vegetables Blanched Sautéed Braised Roasted About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from...
Practical Series – Topic: Vegetables Blanched Sautéed Braised Roasted About: The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks and hosted by Chef Pascal Dionot, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from...
Menu - Bistro Chicken: Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Seared Chicken Breast with White Wine Pan Sauce, Crème Fraîche, and Fresh Herbs Gougeres with Chives and Gruyere Roasted Carrots with Fresh Thyme Raspberry Crème Brûlée About: Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find...