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09/03/2026

Peak tomato season is short, but the flavor is worth holding onto.

Join us on Thursday, September 10 at 6pm for Hands-On Tomato Workshop: Preserving the Season. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn approachable techniques for turning fresh tomatoes into delicious staples you can use now and enjoy later. We’ll cover water-bath canning, tomato confit, fresh tomato sauce, roasting vegetables and balancing flavors, and you’ll head home with one quart jar of canned tomatoes.

On the menu:
Canned Whole Plum Tomatoes
Cherry Tomato Confit with Garlic, Shallots and Thyme with Goat Cheese Crostini
Grated Beefsteak Tomato Sauce with Basil, Pasta and Roasted Vegetables
Sweet and Spicy Vine-Ripened Tomato Jam with Aged Parmesan

Reserve your spot now:

Peak tomato season doesn’t last forever, but with the right techniques, you can capture that summer flavor and make the most of it while it lasts. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn practical, approachable methods for preserving and transforming fresh tomatoes into versatile staples you can us...

09/03/2026

Discover the irresistible flavors of Lamb Scottadito, a classic Roman dish perfect for late summer grilling. Enjoy tender, smoky lamb chops with bright, tangy marinade.

Discover Lamb Scottadito, a classic Roman dish perfect for late summer grilling. Enjoy tender, smoky lamb chops with bright, tangy marinade.

09/02/2026

Spend Saturday night in Italy, no passport required.

Join us this Saturday, September 5 at 6pm for Hands-On Late Summer in Italy, where you’ll cook your way through a seasonal Italian feast featuring Prosciutto, Melon and Burrata Salad, Roasted Eggplant Risotto, Grilled Branzino and Panna Cotta with Macerated Stone Fruit.

Along the way, you’ll sharpen your skills with risotto, grilling fish, balancing flavors and making the most of late-summer produce.

Bonus: the entire menu is gluten free!

Reserve your spot and savor summer while it lasts.

Savor the flavors of late summer in Italy with a menu inspired by the season’s most vibrant ingredients. In this hands-on class, you’ll create an elegant Italian meal that celebrates the art of simple, seasonal cooking while learning techniques for transforming fresh ingredients into dishes with...

09/02/2026

Discover easy Korean BBQ meatballs that are savory, slightly sweet, and packed with umami flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or appetizer.

Discover easy Korean BBQ meatballs that are savory, slightly sweet, and packed with umami flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or appetizer.

09/01/2026

Kick off Labor Day weekend with burgers on the grill! 🍔🔥

Join us Friday, September 4 at 11am for Hands-On Burger Lab: Smash vs. Pub Burgers on the Grill. You’ll put two classic burger styles to the test, learning how to create crispy, lacy-edged smash burgers and thick, juicy pub burgers while mastering the grilling techniques that make each one great.

Plus, Friday daytime classes are 15% off, with the discount already included at checkout.

Start the long weekend at the grill and come hungry!

Fire up the grill and get ready to think like a burger scientist in this hands-on outdoor class. In this class, you’ll explore two iconic styles of burgers—crispy, lacy-edged smash burgers and thick, juicy pub-style burgers—to understand what makes each one unique. You’ll learn how fat conte...

09/01/2026

Discover creative ways to use up your summer produce, from slow-roasting tomatoes to making herb dips, ensuring nothing goes to waste this season.

Discover creative ways to use up your summer produce, from slow-roasting tomatoes to making herb dips, ensuring nothing goes to waste this season.

08/31/2026

Fire up your Friday night with a taste of the Caribbean! 🔥🌴

Join us Friday, September 4 at 6pm for Hands-On Grillin’ in the Caribbean, an outdoor cooking class on our patio packed with bold spices, tropical flavors and plenty of time at the grill.

You’ll make Citrus Marinated Shrimp with Mango-Habanero Relish, Jerk-Spiced Chicken with Grilled Pineapple Slaw and Coconut Rice, Grilled Corn with Chili-Lime Butter, and Rum-Glazed Grilled Plantains with Ice Cream.

Along the way, learn how to work with gas and charcoal grills, prepare spice rubs, grill seafood, poultry, fruits and vegetables, and balance sweet, smoky and spicy flavors.

Bonus: the entire menu is gluten-free!
Grab your spot and spend Friday night island-style.

Turn up the heat and bring island flavors to life in this hands-on, outdoor Caribbean grilling class. Explore bold spices, tropical ingredients, and the balance of sweet, smoky and spicy that defines Caribbean cuisine. Gluten-free menu!Grilling classes take place outdoors on our patio. In case of in...

08/31/2026

Make Labor Day weekend a little more delicious! 🍣

Our Hands-On Family Sushi Party is Saturday, September 5 at 11am and is the perfect family activity for the holiday weekend.

Cook together as you make vegetable tempura, spicy tuna rolls, California rolls and ginger pot de crème, all while learning sushi rolling techniques and getting familiar with Japanese ingredients.
Designed for children ages 6+ cooking with parents, families or guardians.

Reserve your spots and let’s get rolling!

Bring the whole gang and join us for a hands-on sushi cooking class! Families will have fun cooking and eating a delicious meal together while learning about Japanese ingredients and techniques for rolling sushi. This class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, famili...

08/30/2026

This week in our private Facebook group we got corny by discussing how to use corn silk and husks, Tuscany done on the grill, how to store corn on the cob, making the most of Italian spritz season and 5 methods for grilling corn. Join the conversation: https://hubs.la/Q04vLFmq0

08/29/2026

Your Labor Day Staycation Starts HERE 👇 https://hubs.la/Q04vLzl-0