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Gifts from the Kitchen

with Deb Arter

Next session: December 8th, 2025

$60 More Info

Who needs another lottery ticket or turtleneck? In this one night class Debra will guide you through the steps to make Peanut Butter Buckeyes, Haystack Cookies, Spiced pecans and Quick Toffee Brittle. All recipes will be made in duplicate so participants can take home little gifts that are packaged with flair. Come with containers for taking home your creations. All materials included.

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Chocolate Extravaganza

with Deb Arter

Next session: January 14th, 2026

$60 More Info

Chocolate is good for you!! It's full of antioxidants not to mention flavor that can't be beat. Debra will tell you the history of this important ingredient and guide you through making decadent fudge sauce (perfect gift idea!), white chocolate macadamia nut cookies, and molten lava cakes. Recipes and generous samples guaranteed. We will be able to eat these items warm from the oven with ice cream. Sign up early so you guarantee a spot in this yummy fun class. All materials included.

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Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings

with Jeff Mao

Next session: February 2nd, 2026

$74 More Info

We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the wonton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, we’ll learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients & equipment provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. The dumpling wrappers include gluten. Allergen Info: Contains soy and gluten.

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Master the Art of Xiao Long Bao: Soup Dumpling Delight!

with Jeff Mao

Next session: March 2nd, 2026

$89 More Info

Ready to conquer the ultimate dumpling challenge: Xiao Long Bao? Join our fun, hands-on cooking class and unlock the secrets to making authentic Soup Dumplings entirely from scratch, discovering how that incredible burst of savory soup gets inside! We'll guide you step by-step through the entire fascinating process: creating the flavorful, gelatinized soup filling (the key secret!), making the perfect pliable dumpling dough, rolling your own delicate, paper thin wrappers, preparing a classic, savory pork filling, mastering the intricate folding, filling, and shaping techniques to seal in the soup, and steaming the dumplings to perfection. Perfect for dumpling enthusiasts and adventurous cooks! You'll leave with the skills, confidence, and a tested recipe to recreate these restaurant favorites at home. Plus, you'll get to enjoy tasting your amazing handmade soup dumplings in class! All ingredients and equipment provided. Allergen Info: Contains soy and gluten.

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Hand-Rolled New York Bagels: Master the Art of Authentic Bagel Making!

with Jeff Mao

Next session: January 12th, 2026

$84 More Info

Join our immersive cooking class where you’ll learn the time-honored secrets behind New York’s iconic bagels. In this hands-on experience, you’ll craft your own bagel dough from scratch, knead it to perfection, and master the art of hand-rolling. As the dough transforms into those chewy, golden rings, we’ll guide you through the traditional boiling and baking process – the very same steps that make Brooklyn bagels legendary. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a curious food enthusiast, the class promises a delightful journey into bagel bliss. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Allergen Info: Contains sesame seeds, gluten.

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Deliciously Gluten-Free: Chinese Dumplings

with Jeff Mao

Next session: December 3rd, 2025

$84 More Info

Craving homemade Chinese dumplings but need to keep it gluten-free? Dive into this comprehensive hands-on class where you'll master the art of creating delicious Gluten-Free Chinese Dumplings from start to finish! Learn the essentials for GF success: You'll make your own tender gluten-free dumpling wrappers completely from scratch, and prepare a savory pork filling (plant-based option available upon request). We'll guide you through multiple folding styles suited for gluten-free dough, ensuring your dumplings look as good as they taste. Elevate your meal by learning to make authentic Sichuan-style chili oil from scratch! We'll also delve into the world of dipping sauces, discussing common Chinese condiments, identifying hidden gluten, and exploring flavorful GF substitutes. Finally, you get to choose your favorite cooking method – boil, pan fry, or steam your handcrafted dumplings! You'll leave with newfound skills, fantastic recipes, and a belly full of your own delicious GF dumplings. All ingredients and tools provided. Allergen Info: Contains soy.

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The Art of Har Gow: From Scratch Crystal Shrimp Dumplings

with Jeff Mao

Next session: November 17th, 2025

$84 More Info

Love Har Gow? Learn the secrets to their beautiful translucent skin in this hands-on, in-person class! Master one of dim sum's most popular items by making Har Gow (crystal shrimp dumplings) completely from scratch – including the flavorful shrimp filling and the special 'crystal' dough. In this fun session, you'll learn essential techniques: handling the unique wheat starch dough, rolling delicate wrappers, executing classic pleats, and achieving perfect steaming. Perfect for dim sum lovers, you'll leave with the skills, recipe, and tasty results. All ingredients & equipment provided. Allergen Info: Contains shrimp. Wrapper uses wheat starch which may contain trace amounts of gluten.

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Fundamentals of Home Canning

with Allison Carroll Duffy

Next session: March 3rd, 2026

$65 More Info

Have you ever wanted to try canning, but were unsure how to get started? Or perhaps you are concerned about food safety, and wondering how to ensure that your canned food is both delicious and safe. Well, this is the class for you! Join Allison Carroll Duffy, Master Food Preserver and cookbook author, for this hands-on workshop covering all that you need to know to get started canning your own food. Well cover the basics of safe home canning, including proper procedures, techniques, and use of tools and equipment. Then we’ll learn hands-on--working together as a group and going step-by-step--to make and can a big batch of jam. We’ll use the boiling water bath method, which is the same method you’ll use for making many other canned goods you might want to make at home, including pickles, salsas, chutneys, and fruit. While this class will focus primarily on the boiling water bath method of canning, pressure canning will also be discussed. At the end of the class, there will be plenty of jam to taste, and each participant will go home with a jar of jam to enjoy...as well as all the know-how you need to start canning confidently at home! *A materials fee of $10 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.