Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School

🇺🇸 Celebrate America's 250th Birthday the Sweet Basil Way! 🇺🇸

This Fourth of July season, we're bringing the flavors, fun, and festive spirit of America into the kitchen with TWO unforgettable hands-on cooking classes!

🎆 **Happy Birthday America** | June 27 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Create a crowd-pleasing Independence Day feast featuring Buffalo Chicken Sliders, Balsamic Glazed Oven Baked Ribs, Crispy Sour Cream & Onion Wings, Bacon Ranch Potato Salad, Cherry Tarts, and more!

🌵🎇 **Celebrate a Southwest 4th** | July 4 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Looking for a fun and special way to mark this momentous occasion? This festive class is packed with Southwest-inspired favorites including Poblano Smash Burgers, Carne Asada Street Tacos, Sweet Heat Baby Back Ribs, and Frozen Margarita Pie. Plus, Brian Vogel from Raven Gastropub will demonstrate his patriotic **Fourth of July Bomb Pop Cocktail**!

Whether you're celebrating America's 250th anniversary or simply looking to create lasting holiday memories, these classes offer a delicious and memorable experience you won't find anywhere else.

Reserve your spot today and make this Independence Day one to remember! 🎉

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

🍴 More Than Just Cooking 🍴

At Sweet Basil Kids & Teens Cooking Camps, we're not just teaching recipes, we're teaching skills that last a lifetime!

Our camps are designed to help young chefs build confidence, learn real cooking methods, and master techniques they can carry into all aspects of cooking for years to come. Rather than simplifying the process, we encourage kids to expand their knowledge, think creatively, and take pride in what they create on their own.

Each week is a hands-on experience filled with new themes, exciting recipes, and opportunities to learn valuable life skills in a fun, supportive environment. From kitchen safety and food preparation to teamwork, problem-solving, and independence, campers gain much more than just a great meal.

☀️ Give your child a summer experience that is both fun and meaningful.

📅 Session 2: June 22–26
👩‍🍳 Kids Camp (Ages 8-12): 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
🧑‍🍳 Teens Camp (Ages 13-17): 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Spots are filling quickly, and only a few remain. Reserve your child's place today!

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/kids-teens-class-schedule/

🚨 Almost Sold Out! 🚨

There are only a few spots remaining in our June 22–26 Kids & Teens Summer Cooking Camp!

Our second session of Kids & Teens Summer Cooking Camps is almost full! If your young chef loves cooking, baking, learning new skills, and having fun in the kitchen, now is the time to reserve their spot.

📅 June 22–26
Kids (Ageas 8-12) - 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Teens (Ages 13-17) -2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Throughout the week, campers will gain confidence in the kitchen while creating delicious recipes, learning cooking techniques, and making new friends who share their passion for food.

Don't wait—spaces are limited, and we expect this session to sell out soon!

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/kids-teens-class-schedule/

Father’s Day is almost here, and we have three fun cooking classes designed to celebrate Dad! 💙👨‍🍳

Whether your child wants to surprise Dad with a homemade meal or you'd like to spend quality time cooking together, these special classes are packed with Dad-approved recipes and hands-on fun.

🥓 Kids Cook for Dad – June 13
Kids 8+ will learn to create an incredible Father's Day feast featuring steak with chimichurri, homemade pasta, Italian meatballs, bacon & brie pinwheel bites, and more.

🍔 Made for Dad – June 17
A kid-friendly class filled with crowd-pleasing favorites like smash burger tacos, mac & cheese pie, honey butter garlic chicken tenders, pepperoni pizza twists, and M&M cookie bars.

🍖 Celebrate Dad – June 20
Cook alongside Dad or learn a menu to make for him at home! Enjoy grilled balsamic beef skewers, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, oven-fried hot wings, BLT potato salad, and chocolate caramel pretzel bars.

All classes are from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM and are perfect for creating delicious memories together.

Reserve your spot today and make this Father's Day extra special! ❤️

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

☀️ Our Summer Schedule is here!

From Gourmet Couples date nights and international culinary adventures to specialty baking classes and Kids & Teens Cooking Camps, there’s something for every food lover this season.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, try something new, or give your young chef an unforgettable summer experience, now is the time to sign up.

Classes and camps fill quickly, so reserve your spot today and make this your most delicious summer yet!

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

🍦☀️ Sweet summertime starts here! ☀️🍦

Nothing says summer quite like homemade frozen treats! Whether you're dreaming of creamy ice cream, refreshing fruit pops, or colorful kid-approved creations, we've got everything you need to make it happen.

Stop by and explore our selection of ice cream makers, scoops, popsicle molds, and fun kitchen tools designed to help you create delicious memories all season long. 🍨🍓🍧

From backyard gatherings to family fun in the kitchen, make this your sweetest summer yet!

Give your young chef a week they’ll never forget at our Kids & Teens Cooking Camps! 🧑‍🍳✨

Designed for ages 8–12 and 13–17, these hands-on, week-long summer camps build confidence, teach essential kitchen skills, and spark creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

From breakfast favorites and baking basics to global flavors and Wild West-inspired dishes, students cook in teams, explore exciting daily themes, and enjoy the delicious meals they create.

It’s the perfect recipe for learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Spots are limited and these camps fill up fast—register now to save your place!

https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/kids-teens-class-schedule/

🌿☀️ Fresh flavors, vibrant ingredients, and summer inspired dishes await at our upcoming Lunch & Learn!

Join us for a delicious afternoon as we explore the bright, herb filled flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine, perfect for warm weather dining and entertaining. These recipes showcase fresh ingredients, bold seasonings, and light yet satisfying dishes that are ideal for summer lunches, dinners, and gatherings with friends and family.

During this demonstration style class, you'll learn how to create Herb & Garlic Chicken with Lemon, fresh parsley, mint, sesame, sumac, and garlicky yogurt sauce. We'll serve it alongside a colorful Taverna Salad loaded with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, chickpeas, olives, capers, herbs, crispy pita, and feta, all tossed in a garlicky red wine vinaigrette. And because every summer meal deserves a sweet finish, we'll enjoy a luscious Lemon Olive Oil Cake for dessert. 🍋

Come learn new techniques, enjoy a fantastic lunch, and discover recipes you'll want to make all season long!

Reserve your seat today!
https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/class-schedule/

One of the standout recipes from our Salads Make the Meal class on May 18th was this incredible Stetson Chopped Salad! 🥗✨

This crowd favorite is the famous Stetson Chopped Salad, inspired by one of Old Town Scottsdale's longtime restaurant classics. Packed with arugula, smoked salmon, toasted pepitas, cranberries, queso fresco, and a creamy pesto dressing, it's the perfect balance of fresh, flavorful, and satisfying.

With warm weather officially here, it's an ideal meal for patio lunches, poolside dinners, and easy entertaining all summer long. ☀️🍷

We've included the recipe below so you can recreate this Sweet Basil favorite at home. If you make it, we'd love to hear what you think!

STETSON CHOPPED SALAD

Dressing:
4 TBSP basil pesto
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup buttermilk
2 TBSP lemon juice
½ shallot, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper taste

Salad:
8 cups arugula
1 cup cooked Israeli couscous
4 oz smoked salmon, chopped
1 cup toasted salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup dried sweet corn (use regular corn kernels if dried corn is unavailable)
1 cup dried cranberries, soaked in Grand Marnier for 1 hour
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 cup queso fresco

1. Make the dressing: In a blender or mini food processor, combine the pesto, mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, shallot, and salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Spread arugula leaves evenly on a large, flat platter. Cover with layered rows of couscous, salmon, pepitas, sweet corn, dried cranberries, tomatoes and queso fresco.
3. Spoon a little dressing over the salad and serve the remainder on the side.

❤️ A Date Night to Savor ❤️

Skip the crowded restaurants and enjoy an evening of great food, wine, and connection at our Gourmet Couples Class this Friday 5/29.

Together, you'll experience a delicious three-course menu featuring our flavorful Lemon Butter Salmon, while sampling two carefully selected wines that perfectly complement the meal.

🍷 Two wine tastings
🍽️ Three gourmet courses
🍋 Features Lemon Butter Salmon with Dill
❤️ A fun and relaxing evening with your partner
👩‍🍳 Expert instruction in a welcoming atmosphere

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a unique night out, this class is the perfect recipe for a memorable evening together.

Reserve your seats today—space is limited!
https://sweetbasilgourmet.com/may-class-schedule-2/