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Enjoy Summer Fruits
IN THIS ISSUE, we're enjoying fresh summer fruits in as many ways as we can! We have recipes for Blue Ribbon Blueberry Crisp, Perfect Peach Cobbler, and a Plum Clafoutis ready for you in this newsletter. They're the type of recipes that are versatile for whatever fresh fruit comes your way. Simple to make, and simply divine to eat!
A crisp, a cobbler and a clafoutis
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SEPTEMBER 2015 Cooking Classes


FISH 103

Wednesday, September 2, 2015 - 6:30 pm, $45

Dagmar Kupsche - The Cook's Shop

Another addition to her popular "Fish" series, Dagmar will cover everything from buying to serving along with a couple of cooking techniques including pan searing and baking. Roasted Herbed Salmon, Fennel and Tomato Cod, Pistachio Encrusted Flounder Roulades with Lemon Butter Sauce and, of course, a Fish Chowder will all be taught. Class is limited to 16.

 

CHINESE DUMPLINGS - SOLD OUT!
Wednesday, September 16, 2015 - 6:30pm, $40
Suli Wei Dickson
Suli assisted in our Chinese Hot Pot class last fall and impressed us so much with her knowledge and technique that we asked if she wouldn't mind conducting a class of her own. She'll demonstrate a number of different kinds of dumplings using seasonal ingredients and the various ways to cook them. You'll learn to make the dough, roll, pinch and cook it. Learn this amazing art from a master! Class is limited to 16.

SEAFOOD 103

September 23, 2015 - 6:30 pm, $50

Dagmar Kupsche - The Cook's Shop

Dagmar will add to her seafood and lobster classes, combining them into one class. Scallops, Shrimp, Lobster, and Squid - oh my! Everything from purchase to table will be covered. Class is limited to 16.

OCTOBER 2015

KNIFE SKILLS - HANDS ON!
Friday, October 2, 2015 - 6:30 pm, $55
Ed Bartush - Wusthof Knives Sales Rep.
Ed will discuss knife construction, metal composition and sharpening. He'll also demonstrate proper cutting techniques along with a few tips and tricks that you can use in your own kitchen. You'll learn to properly cut onions and tomatoes, de-bone a chicken, carve a chicken or turkey and make an apple swan garnish! Best of all, you'll get your own Wusthof Classic paring knife to use and take home. This knife retails for $49.99 and has been given a "Highly Recommended" rating by Cooks Magazine - their highest rating. This is a hands-on class limited to 14. Prior to class, Ed will be available to sharpen your knives for $2 each. 
 
KNIFE SHARPENING
Friday, October 2, 2015 - 6:00 to 6:30 pm, $2 per knife.
 
SUSHI
Monday, October 5, 2015 - 6:30 pm, $50
Dave Rudie-son - Chef, da Vinci's
This is our most popular class, hands down, so call quickly if you want a seat!You'll learn to cook perfect rice, select the proper ingredients (Dave will cover both seafood and vegetable sushi) and roll your own. If you're lucky, Dave will make up a few rolls of Hot Dog Sushi too! Each participant will take home their own bamboo sushi mat. Class is limited to 14.
 
GERMAN DINNER
Monday, October 19, 2015 -  6:30pm, $45
Jamie Heydinger  - Chef 
Chef Jamie's first German Class sold out in a week. He is classically trained in German Cuisine and is working on some kind of an October "Feast". Stay tuned for details, but don't wait to sign-up! Lederhosen will get you a front row seat!!! Class is limited to 16. 
 
COOKING WITH BEER - He's Back!
Friday, October 24, 2015 - 2:00pm, $45
Isaac Noland - Jackie O's, Athens 
Isaac will be creating a salad of root veggies with a beer dressing, Beer Cheese Squash Gratin, Flemish Stew, and Beer Braised Fruit with Cranberries served over Pound Cake. We will be serving a mulled beer.Isaac will also talk about how and why to choose the perfect beer for specific types of food. Class is limited to 16.

NOVEMBER 2015
 
TWISTED THANKSGIVING
Monday, November 16, 2015 - 6:30pm, $45
Dave Rudie - Chef, da Vinci's
Come and learn how to put a twist on your "Groundhog Day" Thanksgiving. Turkey Roulade and Pumpkin/ Pecan Pie are definites... and Dave will add some root veggies and a Kick-ss Eggnog. Knowing Dave, it will be entertaining and delicious. A must see! Class is limited to 16.
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recipeone RECIPE: Blue Ribbon Blueberry Crisp
RECIPE: Blue Ribbon Blueberry Crisp
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Perfect Peach Cobbler
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RECIPE: Plum Clafoutis
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