Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School

🌎 Take your taste buds on a trip around the world! 🌎

Join us for Street Foods of the World and explore the bold flavors, cultures, and cooking techniques behind some of the world’s favorite casual eats. From Zanzibari Pizza and Beef Suya to Cuban Pressed Sandwiches, Jerk Chicken, Empanadas, and more, this hands-on class is packed with delicious discoveries!

✈️ Thursday, August 20
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Come hungry, learn something new, and enjoy a delicious culinary adventure without leaving town! 🌍🍴

Only a few seats remain! Register today!

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/august-class-schedule-2/

🍪Our beloved Holiday Cookie classes are back!

👨‍🍳 Are you ready to whip up some holiday cheer?

✨ Be part of baking fourteen varieties of specialty holiday cookies. Keep them for yourself or gift them to friends and family!

📌We are offering 24 classes in December! Pick the session that works best for you!

⏰Time is ticking! Register today - these classes will fill very quickly!

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/holiday-cookies-class-schedule/

🌸 You asked, and we listened! 🌸

Hummingbird Mugs & Ramekins are here! 🐦💙

We just received a great new supply of both, so if you’ve been waiting to grab one—or add to your collection—now is the perfect time to stop by the store! 🛍️✨

They’re even more beautiful in person, so come take a look! 💕

EGGPLANT POPPERS WITH MARINARA

This recipe is from last week’s Italian Finger Foods class. They were absolutely amazing! Crispy, delicious, and so easy to make, these little bites just might take away any hesitation you have about eggplant!

Marinara dipping sauce:

1 TBSP olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15-oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 TBSP fresh basil, finely chopped
1 TBSP honey
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ cup parsley, finely chopped

1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.

2. Stir in tomatoes, basil, honey, salt, pepper, and parsley. Continue simmering about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, cover pan to keep warm and set aside.

Eggplant:

2 large eggplants, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
Salt
2 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
2 TBSP milk or water
2½ cups breadcrumbs
1½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, more for garnish
¼ cup canola oil, more as needed
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

1. Peel and cut eggplant into 1-inch cubes. Place cubes in a colander over a bowl and lightly salt to draw out moisture. Set aside for 15 minutes. Lightly pat the eggplant pieces with a paper towel to dry.

2. Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. To the first bowl, add the flour. In the second, whisk the eggs and milk. In the third, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.

3. Working in small batches, coat eggplant pieces in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Use one hand for coating cubes in dry ingredients and one hand for wet ingredients to prevent a sticky mess.

4. Once you’ve coated all of the eggplant, heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Drop an eggplant piece into the oil. If it bubbles, it’s ready to fry.

5. Add a batch of the eggplant and toss to evenly coat in the oil. Cook until brown and crispy on all sides, about 4 minutes per batch. (You will need to add more oil prior to each new batch.)

6. Remove fried pieces to a tray with paper towels.

7. Serve hot with dipping sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.

☀️ Two Delicious Ways to Enjoy Summer at Sweet Basil! 🍴

Join us for two upcoming classes filled with delicious food, fresh ideas, and plenty of inspiration for your own kitchen! 👩‍🍳💕

🥪 LUNCH & LEARN
📅 Friday, August 14
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM

Take a trip to Cuba without leaving Sweet Basil! 🇨🇺 Our demonstration lesson features a delicious Cubano Sandwich piled high with ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, salami and mustard on Cuban bread. We'll also enjoy an Avocado, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Cuban Bread Pudding and an icy-cold Mojito Cocktail! 🍹

🥗 COOL SUMMER SALADS & BREADS
📅 Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Fresh, colorful salads + homemade breads = the perfect summer meal! 🌞🥬 Join us for a delicious collection of recipes, including New York Steak Salad, Grilled Chicken & Brie Salad, Summer Harvest Grilled Vegetable Panzanella, Garlic & Sesame Scones, Gruyere Chive Popovers and more. We'll finish with Olive Oil Brownies with Sea Salt and refreshing White Wine Sangrias! 🍷

Whether you're looking for a quick lunchtime escape or a morning of cooking and inspiration, come cook with us at Sweet Basil! ❤️

Reserve your spot and join us for these delicious summer classes! 👩‍🍳✨

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/august-class-schedule-2/

🌿🥧 Fresh Herbs or Summer Pies… Why Choose?

We have two delicious classes coming up at Sweet Basil, each packed with techniques, recipes and plenty of incredible food!

🌿 HERB GARDEN COOKING
📅 Saturday, August 15 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Fresh herbs can completely transform a dish! Learn how to identify, store, chop and pair culinary herbs while creating a menu that puts their fresh summer flavors front and center.

🍴 Summer Corn Salad with Basil-Buttermilk Dressing
🍴 Bruschetta with Almond Mixed Herb Pesto
🍴 Herb & Scallion Frittata (Kuku Sabzi)
🍴 Poached Salmon with Herb & Caper Vinaigrette
🍴 Pan-Seared Strip Steaks with Chive-Horseradish Butter
🍴 Broccoli with Spanish Green Herb Sauce
🍴 Lavender Scones with Lemon Curd

🥧 PIES & TARTS FOR SUMMER
📅 Tuesday, August 18 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Turn the flavors of summer into beautiful pies and tarts! Learn the secrets to buttery pie crusts, delicate tart shells, flaky phyllo and perfectly balanced fillings while making:

✨ French Onion Tart with Bacon & Gruyère
✨ Apple Pie with Flaky Pie Crust
✨ Fresh Strawberry Pie with Shortbread Crust & Whipped Cream
✨ Peanut Butter Banana Pie
✨ Lazy Gal’s Lemon Tart
✨ Chocolate Ganache Tart with Chocolate Cookie Crust

Whether you want to make the most of your herb garden 🌿 or perfect your summer baking skills 🥧, there’s a seat waiting for you in the Sweet Basil kitchen!

👉 Sign up today and come cook with us!
https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/august-class-schedule-2/

Beat the Arizona heat and spend your summer creating something delicious! For a limited time, when you take one class at full price, you can then sign up for a second class and pay half price (equal or lesser value.)

🍴Whether you're looking to sharpen your cooking skills, explore exciting new cuisines, or simply enjoy a fun outing with family or friends, there's never been a better time to join us.

✨ Take advantage of this special offer as often as you'd like throughout August & September!

✨ Must call to receive the promotional pricing.

Fill your summer with flavor, fun, and unforgettable experiences. We can't wait to cook with you!

📞 Call us to reserve your classes today!
480-596-5628

🇫🇷 A Taste of France is Coming to Sweet Basil! 🇫🇷

Travel to France without leaving the kitchen! Join us for two delicious hands-on classes celebrating the fresh flavors of Provence and the irresistible art of French pastry. 🥐🍋

🌿 SUMMER IN PROVENCE
📅 Tuesday, August 11 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Discover the simple, fresh philosophy of Provençal cooking as you work with seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs, olive oil, seafood and more. On the menu:

✨ Pissaladière with caramelized onions, olives & fresh herbs
✨ Chicken Véronique with white wine cream sauce, grapes & tarragon
✨ Pork Tenderloin Medallions with orange, fennel & green olives
✨ Lentil, Tuna & Roasted Pepper Salad
✨ Summer Tomato Gratin with Basil
✨ French Potato Salad
✨ Lemon Soufflés

🥐 FRENCH PASTRIES
📅 Thursday, August 13 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

French baking doesn’t have to be intimidating! Learn the essential techniques behind classic pastry doughs, fillings, glazing and finishing while creating:

✨ French Almond-Rum Cake
✨ Chocolate Crêpes
✨ Lemon Lavender Madeleines
✨ Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins
✨ Cream Puffs with Vanilla Custard
✨ Raspberry Bostock
✨ Berry Clafoutis

Whether you’d rather spend the morning cooking your way through Provence or mastering beautiful French pastries, these classes are the perfect little culinary escape. 🇫🇷❤️

Reserve your spot and come cook with us at Sweet Basil!
https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/august-class-schedule-2/

✨ New Arrivals ✨

Add a touch of elegance to your kitchen and table with our stunning new tall glass water pitcher and Laguiole steak knife sets, beautifully presented in a classic wooden gift box. Whether you're entertaining guests, upgrading your dining experience, or searching for the perfect gift, these beautifully crafted pieces are sure to impress.

Stop by Sweet Basil to see these beautiful new arrivals and explore all of the other exciting products that have recently hit our shelves. We can't wait to see you! 🛍️💙