Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 38 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT NEW! The Horse & Hound Inn 94 Spring Street, South Salem 914-763-3108, www.thehorseandhoundinn.com Sips and Snacks-Outdoors! Hosts, Silvano and Sue Vales along with their beverage specialist son, Joe, will keep us in the “spirit” of the upcoming warm weather! This patio lesson pairs appetizers with cocktails: Mojitos, Blushing Bride, Moscow Mule, Aperol Spritz and a classic Whiskey Sour. Some of our appetizers may include but not limited to: roasted pear with blue cheese and honey, baked brie, and crab cakes. A light dessert of strawberries with balsamic glaze, mascarpone, fresh mint and lemon zest to end our delicious demo. Chef tells us about what she is planning for her garden this year that will ultimately appear on the specials’ menu all summer long. This is a wonderful educator and we will be outdoors if the weather cooperates—dress accordingly. 1 Thurs., May 9, 5:30-7:30 pm, $25 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #27241 NEW! Hayfields Market Café & Florist 1 Bloomer Road, North Salem 914-669-8275, www.hayfieldsmarket.com Beautiful Flowers—Food! This nursery is the home to a delicious café. All created in their in-house kitchen find everything from fresh brewed coffee, baked goods, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, smoothies, and ice cream. Whether on the go or a leisurely sit down, along with fabulous catering including intimate dinners, cocktail parties, and weddings. Chef Paul Gileno teaches us the makings of two types of Chimichurri sauce; a classic and a red, paired with grilled marinated skirt steak and seared salmon. Learn the art of making the perfect “Keen-Wah” side dish—quinoa, sweet potato, cranberries, and kale, with a Meyer lemon dressing. A simple sweet, we enjoy a house-made chocolate dipped Macaroon to end the night. Arrive early to shop the beautiful flowers, and weather permitting held outdoors. 1 Mon., May 13, 5:30-7:30 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #27242 AJ’s Burgers 542 North Avenue, New Rochelle 914-235-3009, www.AJsBurgers.com Outdoors—Hands on Mozzarella Making! Voted Best NY Burger, this local hot spot continues to serve up some delicious food and not just burgers. An interactive, make your own instruction on Chef Alan Cohen’s signature mozzarella (made fresh daily along with their bread). He shares the technique to turn curds into silky, warm fresh “muzz” to melt atop beef patty sliders, swathed in house-made bacon, onion, tomato jam, sprinkled with arugula. Sample his famous shrimp bisque. Finish with hand-stuffing cannoli made with fresh ricotta cheese. Always a terrific small class, up close and personal, with a top-notch instructor and a repeated Best of Westchester winner! Our class will be held outback in their newly appointed courtyard if the weather cooperates. 1 Tues., May 14, 6:00-8:00 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #27243 Sambal Thai & Malay 4 West Main Street, Irvington 914-478-2200, www.sambalny.com Asian Lesson—water views! Inspired by Bangkok, proprietor Navjot Arora and executive chef Perry Rodriguez share their expertise to acquaint us with the balanced flavors of sweet, salty, sour, and bitter. A tutorial starting with attendees’ hand crafting their own crispy spring rolls—shredded cabbage, carrots, corn, peas, and mushrooms with sweet chili dipping sauce. Our chefs educate us on a few special dishes such as: Murtabak—seasoned beef and egg in a flaky bread, a favorite weeknight dinner you can make at home (or order in), Chili Basil Chicken—mixed veggies, basil, Thai bird chilies, garlic, onions and peppers, as well as, stir fried Pad Thai – gluten-free rice noodles, smoked tofu, eggs, and Tamarind sauce. Enjoy a mini-taste of Thai Lime Margarita—silver tequila, lemongrass and lime reduction, with agave nectar. Chef Arora has appeared on the Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay in “Field of Greens” and is one of our special educators. Grab a friend and visit their rooftop deck for an amazing view of the Hudson River! Always amazing food education. 1 Wed., May 15, 6:00-8:00 pm, $25 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #27244 NEW! Augustine’s Salumeria 213 Halstead Avenue, Mamaroneck 914-315-6541, www.augustinesny.com Special Italian Lunch! Locally inspired and farm driven, the combined talents of husband-and-wife team, Marc Taxiera and Brianne Myers’ restaurant has been awarded a place in the 2023 Michelin guide. Inspired by grandparents, Augustine and Angelina, who relocated from Italy, many of the dishes share the love they felt between them. Every Sunday Angelina would make pasta for Augustine for whom the restaurant is named. Augustine made a special fork with bent tongs, for optimal ‘pasta-to-mouth-delivery’ and this is the restaurant’s logo. Chef will share how he creates these special dishes, sourcing local springtime ingredients, using minimal processing. The method to create a perfect risotto, adorned with crabmeat and the perfect egg for Asparagi all’occhio di bue with truffle (bull’s eye) for an easy springtime brunch. The technique to roll and tie butterflied lamb shoulder to be roasted to perfection. Our dolce lesson, buttermilk panna cotta with strawberry and rhubarb compote. The couple feels, “Service is best when it is felt and not forced” and it shows in all they do. Class will sell out fast! 1 Sat., May 18, 1:00-3:00 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #27245 NEW! TaqueRio Taco Bar 1 Van Der Donck Street, Yonkers 914-207-0631, www.taquerio.com Taco Wednesday—Water Views! Located along the Hudson River, overlooking the Palisades, dine outdoors to enjoy the view. Experience a tutorial on their amazing frozen “house” margarita then discover how to create some tacos at home. A lesson on what makes it “Birria style” for a quesadilla—slow cooked shredded beef, cheese, encased in a toasted flour tortilla with Birra dipping sauce. Learn to make two favorite tacos; Carne Asada—broiled Angus steak, onion, adorned with chimichurri sauce and Asian taco— poached cold shrimp, Asian dressed slaw, avocado, Sriracha aioli, sesame seeds, and eel sauce in a wonton shell. Optional $20 for a “flight” of margarita’s, including House, Spicy, Smokey, and Skinny (can be made non-alcoholic). Our sweet treat is a “how to” on cinnamon sugar churros. Held outdoors weather permitting. 1 Wed., May 22, 5:30-7:30 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional margarita flight additional $20). #27246 Attention Restaurant Owners & Chefs Interested in hosting a class? Please email atasteofwestchesterwcc@gmail.com to discuss your ideas.
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