Culinary Arts
This two-day, hands-on class explores the techniques behind a festive holiday afternoon tea. Participants will prepare a refined menu while developing skills in doughs, pâte à choux, tea sandwiches, and pastry production, with an emphasis on precision and presentation. Menu highlights include smoked salmon & dill butter and roasted turkey & cranberry tea sandwiches, gougères with sausage, hazelnut financiers, lemon curd tartlets, and lunette cookies. Students are encouraged to wear an ugly holiday sweater on Sunday as the class enjoys the afternoon tea they created. Instructor: Chef David Milburn.
Explore how cocktails contribute to a restaurant’s atmosphere and bring people together–especially during the most celebratory time of year. Learn how to properly shake and build a cocktail, infuse spirits with seasonal ingredients, prepare drinks in larger batches for holiday gatherings, and understand how different liquors pair with mixers and flavors. Dive into the fundamentals of major spirit categories and how they’re made, with live demonstrations, guided instruction, and create your own festive cocktail to enjoy. Instructor: Fina Kenny.
Must be 21 or over at time of registration.
Bring your love of baking to the brunch table! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn to create delicious brunch inspired baked treats while exploring essential techniques, tips, and creative ideas. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, you’ll leave with new skills, tasty recipes, and inspiration to make your next brunch extra special. Instructor: Chef David Milburn.
Discover the art of making delicious, beautiful tarts in this hands-on class. Learn essential techniques for preparing tart dough, creating flavorful fillings, and assembling and decorating your finished tart. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to build your baking skills, you’ll enjoy creating your own delicious treats in a fun, relaxed setting. Come ready to bake, create, and take your tart-making skills to the next level! Instructor: Chef David Milburn.