March

In this participation class, learn how to make a classic recipe like rough puff pastry dough and how to twist it up into two different treats. Plus a quick version of a rolled and twisted Swedish bun. Take your baking to the next level!Menu: Cardamom...More Details

Globe-trotting bread lovers will love this class! Drawing inspiration from world cuisines where bread bakes take center stage, we'll focus on simple laminated doughs, quick breads and filled dough while building on foundational skills like sauteing,...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

Revel in the bold, colorful foods of Brazil with Chef Liza, 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

When it is time to liven up March, Thai hits just right. Join Chef Rebecca for a top-notch menu designed to make your belly rumble. Hop in the kitchen soon and start cooking up some flavors. Please note: ingredients will be gluten-free, but the kitchen...More Details

Who doesn't love gnocchi? Soft, pillowy Italian dumplings served with a ragu or browned butter? Yum! If you've ever wanted to make gnocchi yourself, but aren't quite sure where to begin, this foundational class is just for you. Even better, Chef Matteo...More Details

Looking for a time-tested, mama-approved way to dazzle your friends, family and guests? How about cooking up the best pizzas they'll ever eat! Our chef is here to unveil the Italian secrets of making fresh pizza dough and sampling other authentic...More Details

Things that grow together, go together — It's an old adage in the culinary world. Chef Matteo of Casa Artusi from Forlimpopoli, Italy, will create a masterful Italian dining experience where each delicious course will be paired with a wine from the...More Details

Fresh pasta. Our most popular cooking class, and this special event is sure to knock your socks off. Learn how to make fresh pasta dough with Chef Matteo of Casa Artusi, direct from Forlimpopoli Italy. Matteo has learned about fresh pasta from...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

This is a showstopper! Chef Matteo will prepare a seasonal menu that includes some of the best- known ingredients from Italy. We'll also be tasting a variety of these food items brought to us by our friends at Casa Artusi. Chef will cook; our friend...More Details

Everyone loves classic Italian sweets, and heres your opportunity to learn at the hands of the master. Generations of Italians have been perfecting these recipes and techniques, and Chef Matteo is here to be your guide and muse in crafting them. After...More Details