2013 Classes (recently updated)Cooking 101 - a two class series Do you want to become more comfortable and knowledgeable in the kitchen? Do you want to make healthy home-made meals for your family and friends? Consider this class as a training ground. Under the expert guidance of an experienced chef you'll learn how to use seasonally available products to produce tasty, economical meals. Registration is limited so book early. This class is suitable for mature youth to attend. ***Bring your own knives***
Dates: Mondays, April 29 and May 6 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $140 + GST = $147 per person* * Combine this series with the Knife Skills class to receive a discount.
All about Cake Pops Join us for 2 hours of cake pop making fun! Under the expert guidance of Shelley Nikkel, owner of Hot Cakes, you will decorate six cake pops, which will be yours to take home. We will provide the cake, frosting, melting chocolate, decorations, aprons and packaging. The class begins with a demonstration on how to crumble the cake, how much to mix with icing and roll the pops, followed by dipping and a number of different decorating methods. * * * * This is a great parent and child class. . . Book early, space is limited * * * *.
Date: Saturday, May 4 Time: 10:00 a.m. - noon Cost: $55 + GST = $57.75 per person
Traditional Sushi and More For those who miss one of Winnipeg's ground-breaking restauranteurs, we are pleased to have Chef Ono of Edohei Restaurant as the instructor for our Traditional Sushi class. Chef Ono will delight as he demonstrates how to make Miso Soup and a couple of appetizers, then the work is turned over to you. He will guide you in making three types of popular sushi for an evening of authentic Japanese cuisine; come ready to roll. . . .
Date: Mondays, May 27; or June 17 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
Barbeque Delights Get ready for the BBQ season. Learn to butcher whole cuts of meat and save money on your steak costs this summer. We'll make a complete meal on the outdoor grill. * * * Space is limited * * *
Dates: Wednesday, May 29; or June 5 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $70 + GST = $73.50 per person
Gouguenheim Winery Dinner Join us for a special evening with Sommelier, Flavia Fernandez Fabio and Mr. Patricio Gouguenheim, founder of Gouguenheim Winery in Argentina. You will learn about the origin of the wines to be tasted, the history of the winery and why each of the six wines were chosen. Enjoy a four course gourmet meal. . . .what a perfect date night. * * * * Space is limited so register early**** See our "Special Events" tab for the menu.
Date: Friday, May 10 Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: $80 + taxes and gratuity/person
Baking from the Heart Series - Sweet Doughs Understanding how to assemble fresh made pastry working with fresh yeast, danish dough and other techniques to create caramel cinnamon buns, danishes and strudels. These sweet dough creations will make you the morning's star. . .
Date: Saturday, May 25 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost: $65 + GST = $68.25 per person
Fresh Pasta from Scratch Learn how easy it is to make wholesome fresh pasta to serve to your family and friends. We'll make noodles and stuffed varieties using fresh ingredients without preservatives. . . you'll have some to sample during class and a batch to take home to share with your family. We'll make a couple of sauces as well. Time to dust off that pasta maker. . . .
Date: Monday, May 13 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
Gourmet Appetizers - Spring Focus Do you want to add to your appetizer repetoire or offer something a little different this Thanksgiving? Learn to make simple and elegant appetizers and canapes using quality, in-season ingredients.
Date: Wednesday, May 15; or Monday, June 10 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
Healthy Eating Series - Weight Loss Starts in the Kitchen
You are what you eat...literally! If you are struggling with weight loss, chances are your nutrition might not be in check. Winnipeg Results trainer and nutritionist Sara Hutniak explains the 90:10 rule for successful weight loss and how your kitchen holds the secret to achieving the body and results you want.
Date: Thursday, May 16 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free
Ancient Grains Interested in learning to cook with quinoa, barley, spelt and other grains? This class is for you! Long gone are the days when rice and potatoes were your only side dish options! This brand new inspiring hands-on class with Kathleen McClinton, Registered Dietitian, will introduce you to a variety of grains that have been around forever, are nutritious, great tasting and versatile for everyday living. We’ll explore cooking with a variety of ancient grains, offering tips and tricks and unexpected meal combinations that will tantalize your taste buds! Dishes include: Southwestern Style Stuffed Acorn Squash, Tabbouleh, Maple Oat & Spelt Scones, Spring Farro Salad and more!
Date: Wednesday, May 22
Time: 6:00 - 9:00p.m. Cost: $65 + GST = $68.25 per person
Clean Eating - Post Holiday Shape up Need to shed your winter blanket? Trying in vain to get rid of that muffin top? Now is the time to get on track. We are offering a fresh start by putting the principles of "clean eating" into your lifestyle on a daily basis. Clean eating is a lifestyle and is based on wholesome, healthful, unprocessed food. Winnipeg fitness and nutrition expert Sara Hutniak will be speaking on and demonstrating how easy it really is to have clean eating on your daily menu. Why wait? Start making healthy nutrition choices and great tasting meals now. . . . .
Date: Tuesday, May 28 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
The Basics of Italian Sausage Making Who doesn't love Italian sausages just roasted off the barbeque? While there are good quality products available on the grocery shelf, you can never beat the quality and economics of making your own. Under the expert guidance of an experienced sausage maker, learn about the importance of quality ingredients, mixing, forming and storage. Go home with a supply for your next barbeque.
Date: Tuesday, June 4 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
Vegetarian Cooking Join us in a celebration of all things vegetarian. Learn about the specific nutritional needs of different vegetarian diets, and how to make different modern vegetarian dishes with a variety of flavours that will convince even the most determined of meat-eaters! The class will involve hands-on cooking and vegetarian nutrition advice from Kaltheen McClinton, Registered Dietitian. If you are looking to try something new, nutritious and different, or want to learn something about vegetarianism along the way – this class is for you.
Date: Wednesday, June 12 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $65 + GST = $68.25 per person
Cheese Making 101 * * * * Space is limited so book early * * * *
Date: Tuesday, June 18 Time: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Cost: $65.00 + GST = $68.25 per person
Healthy Eating Series - Health Summer Eating
While we can't wait for summer - vacation time, family gatherings, and lots of food - your waistline might suffer as a result. Learn which summertime treats are the biggest calorie culprits. Winnipeg Results fitness expert and nutritionist, Sara Hutniak, shares her know-how and takes the guesswork out of the common foods you'll find at summer events. Find out what she suggests you steer clear of—and better-for-you options—to maximize fun without hurting your waistline.
Date: Wednesday, June 19 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free
Healthy Eating Series - Understanding and Living the 100-Mile Diet What started out as a small social movement in Vancouver has spread across North America as people started to buy local foods and support the local economy. Winnipeg Results fitness trainer and nutritionist, Sara Hutniak discusses the 100-Mile Diet and shares the many lessons that can be learned from this lifestyle.
Date: Monday, July 15
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free
Summer Cooking Camp for Kids - Summer 2013 Are you raising a budding Chef or does your child love to be in the kitchen? Do we have a camp for you! This year we are offering two week-long, half-day camp sessions your little chefs who want to be challenged in the kitchen. Camp sessions will take a fun-filled approach and will include the following basic skills for living: how to plan, prepare and pack safe lunches for school, kitchen courtesy and safety rules, table manners, menu planning and more. We'll end off the week with a meal challenge . . . Check the Kids Programming tab for further details.
Dates: July 15 -19; or August 12 - 16
Teens Only Cooking Camp - Summer 2013 Cooking Camp alumni and those kids ages 13 - 17 who have taken Home Ec in school or generally have an interest and experience in the kitchen. We wil go out for fieldtrips daily, do some experiments and do lots of cooking. Use the registration form above and return with payment to secure a spot. Check the Kids Programming tab for further details.
Dates: August 6, 7 and 8
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Baking from the Heart Series - Delicious Strudels Learn the art of light and fluffy strudels. This is a great class to bring a friend. We'll make pulled pastry and delightful strudels the family will enjoy.
Baking from the Heart Series - Puff Pastry Learn the simple techniques necessary to create light french pastry by hand. Understand how to turn and layer the pastry. We'll finish these off with a selection of sweet and savoury fillings. If you want to make Croissants, this is the class for you!
Cooking 101 for Youth Give your children the gift of cooking. This series mirrors the aims of the adult program with a kid-friendly approach. We will focus on knife skills; making soups, stocks and sauces from scratch; exploring different cooking techniques with vegetables and proteins, and healthy meal choices. If your child enjoys working in the kitchen or not and needs to become more independent, this is a good place to be. Suitable for 14 year olds and over. Individual classes may also be taken from the series.
Baking Series for Youth Give your child the gift of baking. Taught by a professional baker, this series will give your child the skills to produce mouthwatering baked goods for the whole family. Individual classes will focus on basic breads, sweet doughs and pastries, cake/pie basics. Suitable for 14 year olds and over. Individual classes may also be taken form the series.
Home Canning Take advantage of all the local produce, fruits and berries available at Farmers Markets and U-picks by canning your own. Save money and increase the nutritional value of the foods that you preserve to enjoy this winter.
Cake Decorating Just in time for the holidays! Are you yearning to decorate those special cakes like a professional? How better to learn the tricks and techniques than from a professional pastry chef? With practise and fool-proof recipes you'll soon be the talk of the neighborhood. * * * Space is limited, so register early. * * *
Gourmet Appetizers - Holiday Focus Add to your appetizer repetoire this holiday season . . . learn to make simple and elegant appetizers and canapes using quality, in-season ingredients. Family and friends will think you slaved for hours making these flavourful morsels.
Christmas Baking Get a head-start on your holiday baking needs. We'll spend the morning making a variety of dainties and treats to share with family and friends this holiday season. Chocolate, nuts, glazes and decadent pastries are the perfect elements to kick off any special occasion.
Cooking with Pulses Want to cook with beans, but don’t know where to start? Join Registered Dietitian Kathleen McClinton for a hands-on class about pulses. Get ready to try a delicious and nutritious variety of meals made from the nutritional power houses: black beans, lentils, chickpeas, pea flours! The class will involve lots of hands on cooking, health discussion and demonstration. Dishes include fun festive dips, a savory main of Red Wine Pork Black Bean Stew, a side of Mediterranean Quinoa Chickpea Salad, a Cocoa, Coffee and Maple Brownies and more! This class celebrates the vast array of flavours and functions of pulses available to the modern cook.
Wine Pairing Class
The Art of French Macaroons French Macarons, a 100% gluten free confection, are the new sweet trend. Made up of ground almonds, icing sugar and egg whites, macarons have a number of steps to ensure they have a delightfully soft & chewy texture. Under the expert guidance of Shelley Nikkel of Hot Cakes, you will learn how to prepare the mixture, flavour, pipe, bake and layer up these sweet treats. Each guest will prepare a dozen of their own to take home. We will provide the ingredients, equipment, aprons and packaging .
Soups, Stocks and Sauces Learn the basics behind creating flavourful stocks, versatile "mother sauces" and soups that will warm you from the inside out. We'll make three soups and two sauces then we'll enjoy a light supper together.
Baking from the Heart Series - Hand-crafted Breads Learn the secrets to making hearty and flavourful bread for your whole family. Understand how bread is made working with yeast and a starter sourdough. Baguette and rye breads are introduced and of course you'll have loaves to take home.
Gluten-free Cooking Recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease or gluten sensitivity? If you or someone you know are trying to live a gluten-free life and are looking for information and meal ideas - this is the class for you! This three hour class with Registered Dietitian Kathleen McClinton features meal ideas that are gluten-free, simple and convenient! Each session includes recipes, ingredient ideas and tips to take home. Feel better with a wide variety of dishes for a gluten-free living.
Cake Decorating Join us for 2 hours of fondant cake decorating ! Under the expert guidance of Shelley Nikkel, owner of Hot Cakes, you will decorate a small purse cake, which will be yours to take home. We will provide the cake, frosting, fondant, decorations, aprons and packaging. The class begins with a demonstration on how the cake is assembled and carved, how to cover with fondant, followed by adding the finishing touches.
Tantalizing Thai - Fall sessions will be offered Join Sumalee Phanad, founder of One Night in Bangkok, for an evening of fresh and flavourful Thai cuisine. We'll make appetizers, soup, main course dishes and dessert. Learn the tricks to make your own authentic dishes at home.
Knife Skills Learn to use different types of kitchen knives and keep them sharp. Bring your own paring, chef and boning knives to practice cleaning, sharpening and de-boning chicken or fish. Practice different cuts with a variety of vegetables and a practical focus on butchery for stocks and soups. Each person will go home with a clean chicken and vegetables for own meal creations. This class is suitable for mature youth to attend. *** Bring your own knives ***
Baking from the Heart Series - Pies and Tarts Does your mouth water when you see a juicy, perfectly cooked pie or tart at the farmer's market or local bakery. Do you envy the friends whose savory creations are the hit of a pot luck? If so, this class is for you. Learn the simple techniques to ensure you have a perfectly flaky crust everytime and explore the endless possibilities for fillings, toppings and seasonings.
City of Winnipeg Food Handlers Course All food handling establisments with five or fewer employees are required to have at least one staff person who has successfully completed the City of Winnipeg training course. We offer a five hour session which includes: review of the 11 essential units, practise tests, exam and a meal. This is a great course for home makers as well as those employed in the food industry at all levels.
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