Katie Elsing

Does baking seem difficult and mysterious? Is there any way to make it easier? Sure! All you need is this class! You will learn the hows and whys of baking along with tips and tricks to take the dunce cap off even the worst student. Each student will...More Details

Revel in the bold, colorful foods of Brazil with Chef Katie, who'll take you on a culinary tour of the incredible flavors of the world's fifth-largest country. She has created an authentic Brazilian menu with the Midwestern cook in mind. This is sure to...More Details

Although paella is a traditional Spanish dish, it's gone global for a reason: it's amazing. In this lively hands-on class, Chef Katie will lead in a discovery of how varying ingredients will lend to variations of this delicious Spanish staple. Menu:...More Details

Is it a knife skills class or is it a party class? Who knows, and frankly who cares when the food is delicious! This class features a menu that focuses on knife work to help all students hone their skills.Menu: Fresh Herb and Vegetable Summer Rolls;...More Details

Light, crumbly meringue encasing a sugary filling, in one convenient little package. Who doesn't love these baby sweets? Be whisked away and learn the centuries-old secrets behind the French classic macaron. Each student will take home several macarons...More Details

Join us for a vegetarian dinner where the focus is on top-notch flavors creating a meal to be celebrated! You'll learn new techniques centered on classic kitchen prep and French pastry making, skills and knowledge to take home and make delicious happen...More Details

Nothing beats fresh pasta, especially when it's paired with autumnal flavors! Chef Katie returns to show you how to make and enjoy the real deal. In this hands-on, flour-filled class, you will practice using pasta machines to roll out dough and create...More Details

It's apple season. Whether you're picking or buying in abundance, this class will take you on an apple-treat making journey. Chef Katie has the best recipes, from classic to creative, for ""apple of your eye" special treats! Menu: Crisp Apple Slaw;...More Details