A Taste of Westchester
To register please call 914-606-6830 and press option 1
Join us at several of Westchester’s most exciting restaurants for a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds. Each chef will offer a private cooking demonstration, followed by a tasting of the prepared items. Fees include non-alcoholic beverages. New menu items are explored each semester. Menu substitutions may occur when necessary. Demonstrations will begin at the times designated. Sampling fees are payable in CASH only. Call restaurants or visit their websites for directions.
No refunds are given for these classes but please call the college if you cannot attend to advise the restaurant. CE-REST 2000 is the catalog number for all Taste of Westchester classes. Must be 21 years of age to attend.
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Hands-on Cooking with MUTTI Tomatoes! In this state-of-the-art test kitchen, executive chef Bernard Janssen educates us on Zwilling products while preparing a meal utilizing new knife skills and cooking techniques. Learn to use MUTTI brand products to create tomato pulp and smoked salmon macaroons; beef tartare with cherry tomato and coriander vinaigrette, along with the art of making parmesan crisps. An interactive lesson on how to make Sicilian saffron cavatelli with sausage, adorned with a tomato vegetable sauce. Experience, first-hand, how to make tomato sorbet and a tomato tartan. Limited space and special class treat is a substantial discount on all Zwilling products-check website. Longer class due to interactive cooking, wear your comfy shoes!
1 Mon., Sept. 16, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87766
Amore Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen/Caterers
1 Kent Place, Armonk 914-273-3535, www.amorearmonk.com
Outdoor Pizza! Proprietors Mark and Joe Mazzotta recognize the spirit of seasonal simplicity in Italian cooking as they pay homage to their culture and heritage. Our class will experience several traditional dishes with a modern twist. Make an antipasto of seasonal grilled veggies. Mark will take us through the grill prep, dough making and discuss how to make the perfect grilled pizza utilizing fresh garden ingredients and delicious cheeses. A dessert demo on the house specialty (citrus olive oil cake). Class held outdoors so dress appropriately. Warm hearted and full of family stories, our chef is always full of surprises. Mangia!
1 Tues., Sept. 17, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87767
GoSu Meats & Noodles
50 South Buckhout Street (Astor Street), Irvington 914-479-5898, eatgosu.com
Korean Hands On! Owner Tony Kim will teach us to make tasty Korean dishes and tell a story or two along the way. Help him create onigiri - Japanese rice ball/triangles with salmon bulgogi, spicy pork and chicken teriyaki. Learn the art of Asian potato salad and cold Kimchee noodles. Discover the secret to a “must try” dessert - tempura battered fried cheesecake topped with a light raspberry drizzle and green tea powder. Roll up your sleeves and order some hot sake!
1 Wed., Sept. 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87773
Coffee Labs Roasters
7 Main Street, Tarrytown 914-332-1479, www.coffeelabs.com
Discover Specialty Coffee! The Loves are driven by a passion for the environment, sustainability, and ethically sourced quality coffee. Lead barista Jefferson and professional roaster Doug Wray will teach us basic coffee cupping skills; aromatics, slurping, and tasting. Sample nuts, chocolate, and fruit, including berries and citrus, and “cup coffee” to discuss the flavors. Learn tastes and aromas, explore mouth-feel including sweetness, acidity, flavor, and aftertaste. Beans embody telltale flavors from the growing region so you can attempt to identify origin. Samples of food paired with coffee for profile identification. Enjoy a sample of freshly roasted beans to take home.
1 Thurs., Sept. 19, 6:30-8:30pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87774
La Catena Italian Restaurant
871 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley 914-231-9260, LaCatenaArdsley.com
Flames! Owner chef Emilio recreates some favorite Italian dishes including a classic spiedini alla romana (bread stuffed with prosciutto, fresh mozzarella) with caper sauce. Have your cameras ready for the flaming tableside show of fresh pappardelle pasta with mushrooms, ignited cognac in a giant hollowed wheel of parmigiano-reggiano followed by a lesson on chicken paesana with vinegar peppers, potatoes and veggies. Enjoy our chef’s strawberry shortcake with coffee. Attendees love the show as this chef is on fire!
1 Mon., Sept. 23, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87775
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Cookbook/Hands-on Cooking! Known for German knives, the US headquarters houses a spectacular test kitchen run by executive chef Bernard Janssen who will educate us on their current products while preparing a meal utilizing new knife skills and cooking techniques. Create mushroom bruschetta and pickled cauliflower for an herb salad. Participate in a lesson to perfectly pan sear white fish, and prep a leek, parmesan and hazelnut gratin from their new STAUB cookbook. Make a flourless florentine chocolate pie from scratch with a marsala wine reduction. Limited space and a special class treat-a substantial discount on all Zwilling products (check website). Optional purchase - signed STAUB cookbook for $25 class price. Longer class due to interactive cooking!
1 Tues., Sept. 24, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor, optional signed cookbook additional $25). #87776
Saltaire Oyster Bar
55 Abendroth Avenue, Port Chester 914-939-2425, saltaireoysterbar.com
Aww Shucks! Housed in a century old historic grain warehouse nestled along the banks of the Byram River, they offer the widest selection of pristine oysters in the tristate area sourced daily from the Fulton Fish Market. Owners Beth and Les Barnes will treat us to a hands-on lesson on shucking oysters and a variety of dressings: red wine mignonette, house cocktail, horseradish aioli, and a creative strawberry cucumber relish. Try some tidbits from the “Wine & Brine” happy hour menu and share secrets to their fresh fish tacos. Create a key lime tart and the bartender teaches us to make a mini seasonal cocktail to pair with our oysters. Learn why they are the best oyster house in Westchester. Music after class, too!
1 Wed., Sept. 25, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87779
Mima Vinoteca Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar
mimarestarurant.com
*Held at Tromonto by Zuppa, 27 Saw Mill River Rd, Hawthorne, 914- 347-8220, tramontos.com
Just Like Grandma! Join Mima’s owner chef Dominick Russo and along with general manager Nando Paterra at their “sister” restaurant Tromonto for a “how to” on sausage stuffed mushrooms. Help create hand rolled ricotta gnocchi with an easy sage butter sauce. Enjoy an intermezzo of lemon sorbetto, amarena cherry, and proscecco. Learn the chef’s rendition of chicken scarpariello and the classic Italian dolce. Optional $12 wine pairing with each course. Both restaurants are a tribute to our mima’s (grandmothers)! This class is in the Hawthorne location.
1 Thurs., Sept. 26, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $12). #87780
DeCicco & Sons
17 Maple Avenue, Armonk, (Demo Kitchen-2nd floor) 914-499-1100, deciccoandsons.com
Beautiful Demo Kitchen! Family operated specialty grocery store offering an upstairs bar serving local beers, a Bocce court and a demo kitchen. Chef Frank Carlucci teaches the techniques used from their catering specialties with printed recipes and a chance to help prep. Make fig and toasted almond brie crostini and an easy dinner of chicken cacciatore with red wine wild mushrooms and caramelized fennel mashed potatoes. Brendon O’Brien, their in-house craft beer manager guides us in pairing three different beers with our courses. We will make our own apple crumble panna cotta to go with coffee. Arrive early or stay late to shop!
1 Tues., Oct. 1, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87781
Tredici North
578 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase 914-997-4113, tredicinorth.com
Freakin’ Fanelli! Italian cooking is in Giuseppe Fanelli’s blood as his family hails from Puglia where they produce olive oil in their own grove. This chef has worked at several of NYC’s most renowned Italian restaurants, from Felidia’s to Rao’s. Now at two Westchester locations, he brings elevated Italian fare to the suburbs. Featured on numerous television shows, including “Man Finds Food,” “Kitchen Casino,” and as the champion on The Food Network’s culinary competition “Chopped”, he demonstrates some of his special dishes: crispy artichoke truffle Pecorino salad and tagliatelle hunter’s ragu. Learn to properly prepare the catch of the day. Our talented chef teaches the secret to peanut butter chocolate panna cotta. Small class, so sign up quickly to catch a glimpse of what he has brought to the ‘burbs!
1 Wed., Oct. 2, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87782
Roc N Ramen
19 Anderson Street, New Rochelle 914-365-2267, rocnramen.com
Oodles of Noodles! Owner Wayne Carrington has developed his own recipes and incorporated healthy broths and savory elements, for a complete meal in a bowl. Enjoy two types of steamed buns; crispy chicken and corned beef cabbage. Jeannie shares the secrets of oxtail empanada. Discover rice bowls and try chashu-don (braised pork belly and fried egg over jasmine rice). Learn how ramen is made using slow cooked healthy bone stock. Enjoy ramen with corned beef and cabbage for a twist on the usual. Finish with mocchi ice cream. Watch Wayne make “adult” ice cream using his famous “rocket punch” made from nine different types of alcohol! Japanese beer available and a discussion on how the restaurant concept was developed. Come slurp with us!
1 Thurs., Oct. 3, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87783
8 North Broadway
8 N. Broadway, Nyack 845-353-1200, 8northbroadway.com
Mediterranean Inspired Lunch! This lovely restaurant and wine bar offers exquisite plates at the hands of owner/chef Constantine Kalandranis. Chef will tell us how he began cooking while teaching us to make Greek hand rolled pita and mezze. The menu changes daily and is so fresh it is stated as “fish of the moment”. Enjoy a lesson on seared scallops and pumpkin tabbouleh and Greek whole roasted pork shoulder gyros. GM Mike Mazzella will teach us to make a seasonal cocktail blended with premium spirits at their spectacular copper bar. Not full yet? A “how to” on halvah s’mores. This chef is a fabulous instructor with a lot to offer so do not delay!
1 Sat., Oct. 5, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87784
The Croton Tapsmith
129 Grand Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-499-1100, FaceBook and Instagram
Toni On NY! Celebrate Oktoberfest at this fun new hang out and enjoy some favorite Croton restaurants all in one great class. Toni Senecal, who chases tristate trends as part of her TV show, “Toni on New York,” is turning what she has seen in the field into a place for those who admire the craft behind the process. While mainly a place to try new beers, drink great wines and nosh on uniquely delicious bar snacks, she and her husband, Tracy Shea, a former journalist and marketer who has created plans for major brands, said the bar will be a work in progress to allow input from the local community and craft beer crowd. They will be curating many beers, wines, ciders and offer some unique food offerings. Sample local beer and food from hotspots including Fratelli’s, 10520, Black Rock Grill, The Croton Grille and Baked by Susan. Matt, owner of Campbell’s Meats, will join us for a discussion on his house-ground sausages.
1 Mon., Oct. 7, 5:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87785
Fortina
17 Maple Avenue, Armonk 914-273-0000, fortinapizza.com
Polenta Show! Chef Christian Petroni, 2018 winner of The Next Food Network Star, is the owner of five restaurants show casing Italian fare “with a twist” and unbeatable front-of-the-house personal service. Christian and chef Paul Zullo create food inspired by their Arthur Avenue Bronx-Italian upbringing during. Join our up-close and personal demonstration and try traditional fried meatballs in their famous red sauce. Known for their inventive wood-fired pizzas, taste the “tenderoni” made of spicy sopressata, chili oil and honey drizzle. The polenta table will wow you with braciole, veggies, chicken, and sauce. The chef will perform magic on seasonal vegetables cooked in the oven. End with a surprise dessert from our most talented chefs. Don’t miss this one!
1 Tues., Oct. 8, 5:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87786
DonJito Fusion Kitchen
122 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck 914-902-5486, DonJito.com
Hot Spot-Latin Fusion! Owner Jackfry Rosado has hit on a winning combination in his Latin kitchen where they celebrate a Neuvo Latino menu with Spanish, Mexican and South American traditions. Join chef Luis Casenes as he shows us some of the specialties of the house. Gain tips to make guacamole and salsa and piononos (sweet plantains with seasoned meat). Learn the secret to making gambas al ajillo, as well as mofongo made of sweet potatoes and green plantains. Enjoy a show-stopping demo on making fabulous seafood paella. Our dessert tutorial will be churros with a Nutella dipping sauce.
1 Thurs., Oct. 10, 6:00-8:00pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87787
Le Moulin Eatery Wine Bar and Event Planning Catering
1 Pierpointe Street, Yonkers 914-469-6762, lemoulincatering.com
Oo la la French Bistro! Le Moulin opened its doors in 2016 in historic downtown Yonkers on the Hudson River waterfront, where owner chef Josyane Colwell serves French cuisine inspired by her youth while living in the south of France. With over 30 years of experience catering for the finest affairs including serving diplomats and politicians in Washington, D.C., she follows her passion for using fresh, natural, and locally sourced ingredients. Learn to create a vegetable millefeuille tian in a puff pastry “hat” with a balsamic vinaigrette drizzle. Enjoy braised Kobe beef short rib with merlot sauce alongside macaroni and fromage. Make polenta and crab cakes with asparagus and dill sauce. Our French dessert is a baked apple with honey and a maple syrup caramel. Food is nature, it should be healthy and organic, creative and beautiful…this is the soul of Le Moulin Catering!
1 Tues., Oct. 15, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87788
Pappous Greek Kitchen
1983 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights 914-455-2111, pappousgreekkitchen.com
Lunch Greek Isles! Owner Rui Cunha, a 15-year Westchester restaurateur, named the restaurant as an homage to his Pappou (grandfather). He offers authentic Greek dishes and “Pappous style” sandwiches in his hometown. Learn the secret to the sangria Pappou makes when Yia Yia is not around (kicked-up with extra brandy... Opa!) Make keftedes which are Greek style meatballs and their famous Thalassa platter of shrimp, calamari, and octopus with Greek lemon potatoes and fries. In Greek mythology, Thalassa was the primeval spirit of the sea. A surprise Greek dessert awaits. A class not to miss!
1 Sat., Oct. 19, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87790
Piccola Trattoria
41 Cedar Street, Dobbs Ferry 914-674-8427, piccolany.com
Under the Tuscan Sun! Argentinian born chef Sergio Pennacchio is inspired by Tuscan cuisine. Dine in his trattoria with its cozy atmosphere, perfect to relax with good friends enjoying a glass of vino. He will delight us with a lesson on Sicilian eggplant caponata and calamari pepe (fried calamari tossed in a spicy pepperoncini sauce). Help to hand-make spaghetti for a lesson on cacio e pepe made in a wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Sergio will select several wines to complement our meal for $5 per glass. Learn the art of making moscato tiramisu. Don’t miss this as the chef is sure to become your favorite!
1 Mon., Oct. 21, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87791
The Taco Project
65 Pondfield Road, Bronxville 914-356-8226, thetacoprojectny.com
Taco Tuesday! Co-owners Nick Mesce and Sebastian Aliberti hit on something great when they opened a small taco shop in Tarrytown. Now in Yonkers and Bronxville, their Mexican “street cart style” tacos are served as the Mayans do on corn versus flour tortillas. #TacoTuesday is a real thing, so begin with apple habanero versus regular salsa with freshly fried white corn tortillas. Chef Alfonzo and Nick will teach us to make their special tacos: shrimp tempura battered with tomatillo sauce, radish and mango salsa; and skirt steak with chimichurri, guac-salsa and grilled scallions. For dessert, enjoy caramel flan cake with toasted almonds. Class will sell out fast so do not delay!
1 Tues., Oct. 22, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87792
Sign of the Whale
6 Harbor Point Road, Stamford, CT 203-883-8282, signofthewhalect.com
Interactive with Rooftop Bar! An American gastro pub with a vibrant nightlife located in beautiful Harbor Point has some of the best water views around. Their famous “whale burger” was voted Best Burger in Stamford. Event manager Gabby will create an interactive evening beginning with a mixology session on white sangria from the Best Bartender Contest winner, Erik “the bowtie bartender”. Executive chef Walter Estrada will have us make our own baked brie cheese with pumpkin jam. Then an instruction on perfectly seared jumbo shrimp with butternut squash risotto and shaved Brussels sprouts. Each attendee makes a dessert of apple empanadas, golden raisins and apple caramel, served with vanilla gelato. Great hot-spot day or night so join us in an amazing setting!
1 Wed., Oct. 23, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87795
Albano’s
83 Westchester Avenue, Pound Ridge 914-764-4051, AlbanoAppliance.com
Interactive Wonderful Setting! Resident chef Jehan deNoüe manages the company’s continuing education program, including cooking classes, manufacturer demonstrations, and personal and in-home instruction. Learn tips for preparing a fabulous meal all the while toasting us with wine. Surrounded by high tech and modern appliances, chef explains the nuances of induction and steam oven cooking. Get back to the roots as we learn to make celeriac and parsnip soup without cream, roasted garlic and herb chicken, turnips and carrots. Enjoy a lesson on the holiday favorite sweet potato pie. Do not miss this class as it is always a favorite!
1 Thurs., Oct. 24, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87796
Maria Restaurant
11 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle 914-636-0006, marianewrochelle.com
Veggies are the Star at Lunch! New Italian cuisine from the brothers that brought you Pop’s Espresso and Fratelli’s Pizza, Peter and Giovanni Cucullo. Gio will teach us about melanzana from recipes inspired by momma Maria. Vegetables are the star as we learn classics with a twist including a classic rendition of caponata. Try your hand at eggplant fries and cauliflower fritters and discover the secret to make the perfect broccoli rabe with garlic and olive oil over pasta. For dessert, taste the lightest doughnut around made at Pop’s Espresso next door, filled with cannoli cream and enjoyed with a cappuccino. The “dannoli” will change your life! Come try what everyone is talking about!
1 Sat., Oct. 26, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87797
Risotto Restaurant
788 Commerce Street, Thornwood 914-769-6000, risotto-restaurant.com
Rice is Nice! A traditional Northern Italian dish, risotto is made by slowly simmering arborio rice and adding liquid at intervals to achieve a creamy texture. Owner Kevin Oliveros take us on an informative tour exploring the preparation of the restaurant’s namesake. Begin with a demonstration on the favorite arancini with beet and goat cheese. Perfectly prepare cacio e pepe risotto tableside as chef will flambé in a giant wheel of Pecorino Romano cheese and top with a perfectly fried egg. An optional wine pairing with each course. An end of meal treat is a seasonal lesson on apple bread pudding. Come try this terrific restaurant!
1 Mon., Oct. 28, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $10). #87798
Zuppa Restaurant and Lounge
59-61 Main Street, Yonkers 914-376-6500, zupparestaurant.com
Italian Flare! Owner Robert Leggio helped spark the development of the Yonkers’ downtown waterfront district. Zuppa is housed in the Gazette Newspaper’s Printing Press warehouse and now has a warm southern Italian inspired decor whose walls are made with 100-year old bricks. Chef Paskual will demonstrate a shaved sun-choke arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette, followed by ravioli filled with romanesco and ricotta and adorned with butter broth and spicy pangrattato. Chef sears scallops over puff pastry with a champagne shallot sauce. Enjoy the signature dish of homemade zeppoli with three dipping sauces accompanied by Italian coffee. Join us near the river for a meal you will not soon forget. Buon appetitto!
1 Tues., Oct. 29, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87799
The Horse & Hound Inn
94 Spring Street, South Salem 914-763-3108, thehorseandhoundinn.com
Spooky Historic Inn! During the twenty years the Vales have owned the Inn, there have been several sightings of spirits, including during our classes! Our host, Sue, will start our night with an amuse bouche of firecracker shrimp wrapped in bacon along with a glass of a wine chosen to pair with our meal. Designed to be made at home, taste the filo wrapped baked brie with apple, almonds and honey. Learn to sear dry scallops over a butternut squash risotto. An apple maple syrup brown betty will send us off on a sweet note. This is a terrific demonstration and always a favorite! Come help keep the spirits at bay!
1 Wed., Oct. 30, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87800
Cabbage Hill Farm and Foundation
115 Crow Hill Road, Mt. Kisco 914-241-2658, www.cabbagehillfarm.org
*LUNCH at Peter Pratt’s Inn, 673 Croton Heights Road, Yorktown Heights, 914-962-4090, www.prattsinn.com
The Farmer and the Chef! Truly from farm to table. Begin your day at Cabbage Hill Farm with Brian and Eileen to see where our ingredients originate, then take the 10-minute drive to Peter Pratt’s Inn to enjoy lunch created from our “finds” with
the fabulous chef Jon Pratt. The Cabbage Hill farm is non-profit dedicated to the preservation of historic farm animals and promotes sustainable agriculture and aquaponics. Begin with a mushroom cream soup adorned with pork crisps and salad made with farm-grown vegetables. Enjoy a pork or beef dish with luscious sides along with corn bread topped with Jon’s famous local honey. Finish with dessert and a special wine. Please wear appropriate outerwear for visiting the farm and note the extended time. This is a class not to be missed so sign up quickly!
1 Sat., Nov. 2, 11:00 am-2:30 pm, $20 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87801
Amore Cucina & Bar
921 Hope Street, Stamford, CT 203-357-1066, amorecucinastamford.com
6-Time World Pizza Champion in CT! Bruno DiFabio has been called a “Pizza Geek” and
“The Fastest Pizza Maker in the World”, but ultimately he is an authority focusing on the scientific principles of dough making, theory,
and the history of pizza. Appearing many times on The Food Network, he will show us how
to craft mini lasagnas to take home containing short rib ragu, ricotta, and Sunday sauce.
Known for pizza romana, try the square pie that uses the “poolish” dough method (a 72-hour fermentation process) and cooked in a gas-fired brick floor oven. Learn the secret of their original “scappy” wings to pair with a lesson on the Angelina Sophia-a killer cocktail made with meyer lemon vodka and prosecco. Find out how they make their momma’s Italian cheesecake. Parking on premises.
1 Mon., Nov. 4, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87802
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Hands-on Knife Skills! Special class treat-shop with a substantial discount on all Zwilling products listed on website and in their store. Bernard Janssen, executive chef, will introduce us to the fundamentals of good knife skills, including what makes a great knife and how to use it for specific tasks. Practice skills including the circular/rocking motion, julienne, brunoise, dicing, supreme citrus, mincing herbs, and fish filet knife, along with cleaning and maintaining knives. Not a full meal, but light fare and beverages are served. The cooking studio offers their own classes throughout the year. Chop-chop!
1 Tues., Nov. 5, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87803
The Winery at St. George
1715 E. Main Street, Mohegan Lake 914-455-4272, thewineryatstgeorge.com
Slovenia Here We Come! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Winery is housed in a 107-year old stone church and is one of the most sought-after, unique venues in the tri-state area. Tonight, learn about the wines of Slovenia and food of that culture. Join us for a truly unique tasting experience with certified sommelier Susan Ellis and executive chef Cisco guiding our palates through a four-course Russian wine pairing. Chef will create unique Slovenian cuisine and seasonally inspired plates such as potato leek soup with croutons, kielbasa with mlinci baked noodles with a white cabbage salad.
A surprise dessert, too!
1 Wed., Nov. 6, 6:00-8:00pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87804
Le Fontane
Corner of Routes 100 & 139, Katonah (Somers) 914-232-9619, lefontane.net
Classic Italian with a Twist! Specializing in authentic southern Italian cuisine, owners Antonio and Alfredo Abbate, two brothers raised by a family of restaurateurs and wine makers on Capri, introduce us to their culinary talents. All pasta is made on premises or at their pasta store located in the heart of Katonah. Chef Messina will teach us the art of making pizza rustica (Italian egg and meat pie) along with roasted pork tenderloin and perfect risotto. The restaurant prides itself on its homemade desserts and they will demonstrate how to make zeppole with Italian coffee. A local favorite since 1987 providing warm hospitality and delicious fare!
1 Thurs., Nov. 7, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87806
The Dessertist
50 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-862-4016 thedessertist.com
Make Your Cake and Eat it, too! Executive pastry chef and owner Samantha Benjamin hosts a hands-on cake decorating lesson in her newly designed shop. Recently named as a Food Network Featured Chef, she will show us the basics of making and decorating cake pops and a mini version of the perfect layer cake, giving step-by-step instructions. Cake decorating is taken to the next level using edible ingredients that you can find in a store or easily make on your own. Cakes become decadent and dramatic works of art with every piece being edible! Oreos, chocolate chip cookies, candy, and cake pops are just the start! Sample a few tasty treats and BYOB if you choose! Each attendee will go home with cake pops and a completed mini-layer cake from this creative night. Come out to play!
1 Thurs., Nov. 7, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87805
Chutney Masala Indian Bistro
76 Main Street, Irvington 914-591-5500, chutneymasala.com
Lunch Open Kitchen Demo! Owner chef Navjot Arora shares his vast food knowledge from his native home in Jalandhar Punjab. Enjoy an education on Indian spices used to create the complex flavors that comprise each dish. Make your own potato samosa filled with delicious spiced vegetables and fried crisp. Learn how to make the chef’s mom’s lentil soup and sprouted mung bean salad and everyone’s favorites of chicken tandoori and saag paneer. A HOT demo on nan bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with ghee. Always fun surprises from a knowledgeable instructor and a very popular class!
1 Sat., Nov. 9, 11:30-1:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #87807
Southern Table Kitchen & Bar
39 Marble Ave, Pleasantville 914-618-3355, southern-table.com
2 Dates/Southern Hospitality! Owner Michael Ferrara has added another hot spot in Pleasantville that placed top 10 in Westchester Magazine’s “Best New Restaurant” list. This family-owned restaurant boasts an open kitchen serving up southern fare. In addition to chicken with waffles, and pork-belly-topped grits, expect some southern favorites. Our chef will show us the makings of their famous grilled brie stuffed pretzel served with fig jam, and micro arugula. Chef will teach us the secret to his fried chicken and light cornbread served with maple syrup honey butter and shrimp and grits. A surprise southern themed dessert will be our sweet ending to this most hospitable evening. Choose one of two dates.
1 Tues., Nov. 12, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87808 OR
1 Wed., Nov. 13, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87809
Edible Arrangements
26 Mill Road, Eastchester 914-202-9123, www.ediblearrangements.com/stores/26-Mill-Rd-Eastchester-NY-10709
Hands-on Fruit! Fresh fruit bouquets make any occasion special. Marco Ascolillo, culinary instructor and a graduate of Johnson & Wales University has been the owner of Edible Arrangements of Eastchester since 2006. Learn the tricks of the trade in creating an edible fruit centerpiece and the art of gourmet chocolate dipped fruit. Everyone will make and go home with an arrangement. They also have fresh fruit treats to go: fruit salads, parfaits, and many other delicious fresh snacks. BYOB if you wish!
1 Thurs., Nov.14, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87810
The 808 Bistro
808 Scarsdale Avenue, Scarsdale 914-722-0808, the808bistro.com
Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Lunch! Chef owner Salvatore Cucullo, Jr. has spent his entire life in the restaurant world. Training at the CIA with a family background in Italian cuisine make for the perfect recipe. The constantly changing menu features homemade offerings with a loving homage to Nana’s recipes. Help our chef to roll pumpkin gnocchi as a creative Thanksgiving dish (served in a baked mini-pumpkin). Our generous chef will have us taste his delicious lamb ribs with a honey cabernet glaze. Dessert will be bananas foster napoleon imagined by our chef. Come explore what this talented chef has to offer!
1 Sat., Nov. 16, 12:00-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #8781
Tarry Tavern
27 Main Street, Tarrytown 914-631-7227, tarrytavern.com
Hand Crafted Pasta Demo! Owner Henry Cabral’s American gastro-pub offers creative, locally sourced dishes and seasonal menus inspired by what farmers and fishermen are growing, raising, and catching. Near the Tarrytown Music Hall, many visit before or after a show for a splendid meal. Learn to make hand crafted yukon gold potato gnocchi parisienne with brown butter and sage, and sear Hudson Valley Rohan duck with butternut squash farrotto. Cabral is a renowned pastry chef and makes us some of the most delicious desserts-just taste his pumpkin apple bread pudding. Enjoy a night out with a classically trained restaurateur!
1 Tues., Nov. 19, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87812
AJ’s
542 North Avenue, New Rochelle 914-235-3009, AJsBurgers.com
Pasta Test - Up Close Demo! Chef Alan Cohen will delight with his knowledge of simple food made from great ingredients. Voted Best NY Burger, AJ’s serves up creative and delicious food. Tonight, we will compare dry pasta and fresh in several sauces including creamy vodka, marinara, and filetto di pomodoro. A terrific “how to” on classic tiramisu with mascarpone and whipped cream. Always full of surprises, he shares tastes of whatever special he is making that day. This is always a terrific class, up close and personal, with a top-notch instructor. Sure to be your favorite!
1 Wed., Nov. 20, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87813
Mediterraneo
189 Main Street, White Plains 914-448-8800, zhospitalitygroup.com/mediterraneowhiteplains
Mediterranean Fare! Owners of the well-established ZHospitalityGroup, Mediterraneo’s executive chef Albert DeAngelis oversees all eight of their wonderful properties in the NY Metro area. Known for fabulous food and creative cocktails, the mixologist will show us how to create a refreshing cocktail the “Sangria de Madrid” with white apricot and strawberry, brandy wine, citrus juices. Executive sous chef Matthew McNerney demonstrates how to prepare tuna crudo with avocado and cucumber. Learn the technique for a hearty dish of crispy potato gnocchi, goat cheese, and red grapes. Chef shows the proper handling of fish to create black sea bass over cauliflower tabouli with dried fruit. Their talented pastry chef teaches us how to make a luscious matcha crème brûlée. Sign up for a spectacular night on the town!
1 Thurs., Nov. 21, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87814
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Seared to perfection/Hands-on Cooking! Executive chef Bernard Janssen shows us how to use Zwilling products while we learn to prepare a sit down meal. An extensive interactive lesson includes how make perfectly seared scallops served over parsnip cream and sautéed spinach; and seared hanger steak. Learn to use the steam grill to make perfect asparagus, adding sautéed mushrooms and port reduction. We will make a light and airy chocolate mousse over a chocolate sponge cake with raspberry coulis. Limited space and special class treat—a substantial discount on all Zwilling products (check website). Longer class due to interactive cooking!
1 Mon., Dec. 2, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87815
Clock Tower Grill
512 Clock Tower Drive, Brewster 845-582-0574, clocktowergrill.com
Holiday Madness! Proud owner of a farm supporting the restaurant’s growing needs, our talented chef Rich Parente will teach us to explore food in a fun and different way. Sample local beer while learning the technique to make a smoked trout mousse. Learn to brine pork chops for a “holiday ham” effect along with an easy side dish of brussel sprouts with horseradish cream and a twist on sweet potatoes. An education on a “gingerbread house” and candy cane cookies for a fun holiday-themed dessert. Come see this creative chef in action. Always expect the unexpected at CTG!
1 Tues., Dec. 3, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87816
The Dessertist
50 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-862-4016 thedessertist.com
Coo-kies! One of Food Network’s featured chefs, Samantha Benjamin hosts a hands-on cookie decorating lesson in her redesigned studio. Learn the basics of decorating holiday cookies and create a “dressing” for these delicious cookies with a variety of decorations. You will be able to repeat these techniques at home. Sample some tasty treats and BYOB if you choose! Each attendee will go home with their creations. This is going to be FUN!
1 Thurs., Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87818
Brothers Fish & Chips
172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining 914-488-5141, brothersfishandchips.com
Eat Fish. Live Longer! Here is one big family of chefs that have realized their dream by owning a seafood restaurant next door to the takeout spot. Known for his beautiful plates, chef owner Elmer Oliveros will start our demonstration with smoky fish cakes over a pepita sauce and show us the best lobster salad with yucca fries. As a special treat, a tutorial on mom’s tres leches cake. A lovely surprise awaits!
1 Mon., Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87819
The Grille at Somers Pointe
1000 West Hill Drive N, Somers 914-276-1000, thesomerspointe.com
He’s Back! One of our favorite instructors, chef Tom Costello of Yorktown fame, is now executive chef at this grand event space and restaurant on the golf course. Sister establishment to The Briarcliff Manor, owners Perry and Vincenza DiNapoli show their hospitality at this beautifully appointed location with a lesson on beef short ribs over creamy polenta and a how-to on prepping branzino fillets, and roasting parsnips to puree with caper butter sauce. Discover the easy way to create Nutella chocolate mousse adorned with whipped cream and strawberry coulis. Enjoy a wine pairing with each course for an additional $12.
1 Tues., Dec. 10, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $12). #87820
The Spread
18 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 203-900-1887, thespreadgreenwich.com
Creative CT Chef! Life-long restaurant employees turned owners, Andrey Cortes, Chris Hickey, Chris Rasile and Shawn Longyear joined chef Carlos Baez to create The Spread. Chef will educate us on perfect roasted beets for a salad with candied pistachios and gorgonzola dolce, adorned with a grapefruit infused balsamic dressing. Braised short ribs, sautéed spinach, shiitake mushrooms and crispy shallots will make your guests swoon. A sweet lesson on doughnuts filled with vanilla cream, and bourbon caramel sauce will make you realize why this chef is voted the best time and time-again. Grab a friend and check out this beautiful space!
1 Wed., Dec. 11, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87821
Peter Pratt’s Inn
673 Croton Heights Road, Yorktown Heights 914-962-4090, prattsinn.com
Moonshine Be Mine! Built in 1780, this colonial homestead has been a local inn dating back to 1926. A special place to dine, it produces fabulous creations from master chef and owner Jonathan Pratt. He will delight us with stories of the Inn’s history and culinary past and treat us to a wine pairing specially selected for the evening. We will toast our chef and dine on samples of short rib ragout with local purveyor Wild Hive polenta. Learn the magic to Filipino pork adobo with fried rice. Jon will showcase local Moonshine in his 21 and over “moonberry” sundae along with a snow cone of shaved ice. This restauranteur is a fabulous educator and it is always a popular class so grab a friend and reserve your spot early!
1 Thurs., Dec. 12, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87822
The Westchester Barista
#KevinLeche *Held at Brothers Fish & Chips,
172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining 914-488-5141, brothersfishandchips.com,
IG @Westchester_Barista
Be Your Own Barista-Breakfast! Kevin Oliveros, owner of Risotto in Thornwood, will show us the ins and outs of the perfect 3-minute “pour over” coffee that will change your world. A talented instructor, he will teach us how to create popular “milk art” on lattes. An exciting discussion and hands on class about coffee. Chef Elmer Oliveros, owner and brother, will share the secret for his now famous avocado toast with poached egg along with delicious muffins to enjoy with our coffee. This is a special class-join us for breakfast!
1 Sat., Dec. 14, 10:30am-12:00 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87823
Sambal Thai & Malay
4 West Main Street, Irvington 914-478-2200, sambalny.com
Asian Cuisine Water Views! Take a culinary tour of Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia to discover the flavors of South-East Asian cuisine. Inspired by Bangkok, proprietor Navjot Arora, will share his expertise to acquaint us with the balanced flavors of sweet, salty, sour, and bitter. Enjoy a Thai iced tea and a lesson on a few special dishes starting with som tum (green papaya salad). Then a lesson on basil fried rice with onion and bell pepper. Learn the secret to gang kiew wan (green curry shrimp). In warm weather, visit the rooftop deck with views of the Hudson. Come taste the bold flavors!
1 Tues., Dec. 17, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87824
808 Social
185 Summerfield Street, Scarsdale 914-723-2600, 808socialny.com
Italian with a Twist! Owners Frank Valenti and Michael Mondrone partner with Chef Salvatore Cucullo to create an atmosphere where Italian comfort food, music, wine and spirits come together for an unforgettable social experience. Our chef will show us how it’s done starting with a creative kabocha squash croquette with a lemon, dill, and sour cream dressing. Next, a lesson on braised boneless short ribs with creamy polenta that you can easily duplicate for the holidays. Discover how to make a beautiful dessert of bourbon marinated grilled pears with roquefort and a balsamic glaze.
1 Wed., Dec. 18, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87825
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Hands-on Cooking with MUTTI Tomatoes! In this state-of-the-art test kitchen, executive chef Bernard Janssen educates us on Zwilling products while preparing a meal utilizing new knife skills and cooking techniques. Learn to use MUTTI brand products to create tomato pulp and smoked salmon macaroons; beef tartare with cherry tomato and coriander vinaigrette, along with the art of making parmesan crisps. An interactive lesson on how to make Sicilian saffron cavatelli with sausage, adorned with a tomato vegetable sauce. Experience, first-hand, how to make tomato sorbet and a tomato tartan. Limited space and special class treat is a substantial discount on all Zwilling products-check website. Longer class due to interactive cooking, wear your comfy shoes!
1 Mon., Sept. 16, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87766
Amore Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen/Caterers
1 Kent Place, Armonk 914-273-3535, www.amorearmonk.com
Outdoor Pizza! Proprietors Mark and Joe Mazzotta recognize the spirit of seasonal simplicity in Italian cooking as they pay homage to their culture and heritage. Our class will experience several traditional dishes with a modern twist. Make an antipasto of seasonal grilled veggies. Mark will take us through the grill prep, dough making and discuss how to make the perfect grilled pizza utilizing fresh garden ingredients and delicious cheeses. A dessert demo on the house specialty (citrus olive oil cake). Class held outdoors so dress appropriately. Warm hearted and full of family stories, our chef is always full of surprises. Mangia!
1 Tues., Sept. 17, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87767
GoSu Meats & Noodles
50 South Buckhout Street (Astor Street), Irvington 914-479-5898, eatgosu.com
Korean Hands On! Owner Tony Kim will teach us to make tasty Korean dishes and tell a story or two along the way. Help him create onigiri - Japanese rice ball/triangles with salmon bulgogi, spicy pork and chicken teriyaki. Learn the art of Asian potato salad and cold Kimchee noodles. Discover the secret to a “must try” dessert - tempura battered fried cheesecake topped with a light raspberry drizzle and green tea powder. Roll up your sleeves and order some hot sake!
1 Wed., Sept. 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87773
Coffee Labs Roasters
7 Main Street, Tarrytown 914-332-1479, www.coffeelabs.com
Discover Specialty Coffee! The Loves are driven by a passion for the environment, sustainability, and ethically sourced quality coffee. Lead barista Jefferson and professional roaster Doug Wray will teach us basic coffee cupping skills; aromatics, slurping, and tasting. Sample nuts, chocolate, and fruit, including berries and citrus, and “cup coffee” to discuss the flavors. Learn tastes and aromas, explore mouth-feel including sweetness, acidity, flavor, and aftertaste. Beans embody telltale flavors from the growing region so you can attempt to identify origin. Samples of food paired with coffee for profile identification. Enjoy a sample of freshly roasted beans to take home.
1 Thurs., Sept. 19, 6:30-8:30pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87774
La Catena Italian Restaurant
871 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley 914-231-9260, LaCatenaArdsley.com
Flames! Owner chef Emilio recreates some favorite Italian dishes including a classic spiedini alla romana (bread stuffed with prosciutto, fresh mozzarella) with caper sauce. Have your cameras ready for the flaming tableside show of fresh pappardelle pasta with mushrooms, ignited cognac in a giant hollowed wheel of parmigiano-reggiano followed by a lesson on chicken paesana with vinegar peppers, potatoes and veggies. Enjoy our chef’s strawberry shortcake with coffee. Attendees love the show as this chef is on fire!
1 Mon., Sept. 23, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87775
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Cookbook/Hands-on Cooking! Known for German knives, the US headquarters houses a spectacular test kitchen run by executive chef Bernard Janssen who will educate us on their current products while preparing a meal utilizing new knife skills and cooking techniques. Create mushroom bruschetta and pickled cauliflower for an herb salad. Participate in a lesson to perfectly pan sear white fish, and prep a leek, parmesan and hazelnut gratin from their new STAUB cookbook. Make a flourless florentine chocolate pie from scratch with a marsala wine reduction. Limited space and a special class treat-a substantial discount on all Zwilling products (check website). Optional purchase - signed STAUB cookbook for $25 class price. Longer class due to interactive cooking!
1 Tues., Sept. 24, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor, optional signed cookbook additional $25). #87776
Saltaire Oyster Bar
55 Abendroth Avenue, Port Chester 914-939-2425, saltaireoysterbar.com
Aww Shucks! Housed in a century old historic grain warehouse nestled along the banks of the Byram River, they offer the widest selection of pristine oysters in the tristate area sourced daily from the Fulton Fish Market. Owners Beth and Les Barnes will treat us to a hands-on lesson on shucking oysters and a variety of dressings: red wine mignonette, house cocktail, horseradish aioli, and a creative strawberry cucumber relish. Try some tidbits from the “Wine & Brine” happy hour menu and share secrets to their fresh fish tacos. Create a key lime tart and the bartender teaches us to make a mini seasonal cocktail to pair with our oysters. Learn why they are the best oyster house in Westchester. Music after class, too!
1 Wed., Sept. 25, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87779
Mima Vinoteca Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar
mimarestarurant.com
*Held at Tromonto by Zuppa, 27 Saw Mill River Rd, Hawthorne, 914- 347-8220, tramontos.com
Just Like Grandma! Join Mima’s owner chef Dominick Russo and along with general manager Nando Paterra at their “sister” restaurant Tromonto for a “how to” on sausage stuffed mushrooms. Help create hand rolled ricotta gnocchi with an easy sage butter sauce. Enjoy an intermezzo of lemon sorbetto, amarena cherry, and proscecco. Learn the chef’s rendition of chicken scarpariello and the classic Italian dolce. Optional $12 wine pairing with each course. Both restaurants are a tribute to our mima’s (grandmothers)! This class is in the Hawthorne location.
1 Thurs., Sept. 26, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $12). #87780
DeCicco & Sons
17 Maple Avenue, Armonk, (Demo Kitchen-2nd floor) 914-499-1100, deciccoandsons.com
Beautiful Demo Kitchen! Family operated specialty grocery store offering an upstairs bar serving local beers, a Bocce court and a demo kitchen. Chef Frank Carlucci teaches the techniques used from their catering specialties with printed recipes and a chance to help prep. Make fig and toasted almond brie crostini and an easy dinner of chicken cacciatore with red wine wild mushrooms and caramelized fennel mashed potatoes. Brendon O’Brien, their in-house craft beer manager guides us in pairing three different beers with our courses. We will make our own apple crumble panna cotta to go with coffee. Arrive early or stay late to shop!
1 Tues., Oct. 1, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87781
Tredici North
578 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase 914-997-4113, tredicinorth.com
Freakin’ Fanelli! Italian cooking is in Giuseppe Fanelli’s blood as his family hails from Puglia where they produce olive oil in their own grove. This chef has worked at several of NYC’s most renowned Italian restaurants, from Felidia’s to Rao’s. Now at two Westchester locations, he brings elevated Italian fare to the suburbs. Featured on numerous television shows, including “Man Finds Food,” “Kitchen Casino,” and as the champion on The Food Network’s culinary competition “Chopped”, he demonstrates some of his special dishes: crispy artichoke truffle Pecorino salad and tagliatelle hunter’s ragu. Learn to properly prepare the catch of the day. Our talented chef teaches the secret to peanut butter chocolate panna cotta. Small class, so sign up quickly to catch a glimpse of what he has brought to the ‘burbs!
1 Wed., Oct. 2, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87782
Roc N Ramen
19 Anderson Street, New Rochelle 914-365-2267, rocnramen.com
Oodles of Noodles! Owner Wayne Carrington has developed his own recipes and incorporated healthy broths and savory elements, for a complete meal in a bowl. Enjoy two types of steamed buns; crispy chicken and corned beef cabbage. Jeannie shares the secrets of oxtail empanada. Discover rice bowls and try chashu-don (braised pork belly and fried egg over jasmine rice). Learn how ramen is made using slow cooked healthy bone stock. Enjoy ramen with corned beef and cabbage for a twist on the usual. Finish with mocchi ice cream. Watch Wayne make “adult” ice cream using his famous “rocket punch” made from nine different types of alcohol! Japanese beer available and a discussion on how the restaurant concept was developed. Come slurp with us!
1 Thurs., Oct. 3, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87783
8 North Broadway
8 N. Broadway, Nyack 845-353-1200, 8northbroadway.com
Mediterranean Inspired Lunch! This lovely restaurant and wine bar offers exquisite plates at the hands of owner/chef Constantine Kalandranis. Chef will tell us how he began cooking while teaching us to make Greek hand rolled pita and mezze. The menu changes daily and is so fresh it is stated as “fish of the moment”. Enjoy a lesson on seared scallops and pumpkin tabbouleh and Greek whole roasted pork shoulder gyros. GM Mike Mazzella will teach us to make a seasonal cocktail blended with premium spirits at their spectacular copper bar. Not full yet? A “how to” on halvah s’mores. This chef is a fabulous instructor with a lot to offer so do not delay!
1 Sat., Oct. 5, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87784
The Croton Tapsmith
129 Grand Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-499-1100, FaceBook and Instagram
Toni On NY! Celebrate Oktoberfest at this fun new hang out and enjoy some favorite Croton restaurants all in one great class. Toni Senecal, who chases tristate trends as part of her TV show, “Toni on New York,” is turning what she has seen in the field into a place for those who admire the craft behind the process. While mainly a place to try new beers, drink great wines and nosh on uniquely delicious bar snacks, she and her husband, Tracy Shea, a former journalist and marketer who has created plans for major brands, said the bar will be a work in progress to allow input from the local community and craft beer crowd. They will be curating many beers, wines, ciders and offer some unique food offerings. Sample local beer and food from hotspots including Fratelli’s, 10520, Black Rock Grill, The Croton Grille and Baked by Susan. Matt, owner of Campbell’s Meats, will join us for a discussion on his house-ground sausages.
1 Mon., Oct. 7, 5:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87785
Fortina
17 Maple Avenue, Armonk 914-273-0000, fortinapizza.com
Polenta Show! Chef Christian Petroni, 2018 winner of The Next Food Network Star, is the owner of five restaurants show casing Italian fare “with a twist” and unbeatable front-of-the-house personal service. Christian and chef Paul Zullo create food inspired by their Arthur Avenue Bronx-Italian upbringing during. Join our up-close and personal demonstration and try traditional fried meatballs in their famous red sauce. Known for their inventive wood-fired pizzas, taste the “tenderoni” made of spicy sopressata, chili oil and honey drizzle. The polenta table will wow you with braciole, veggies, chicken, and sauce. The chef will perform magic on seasonal vegetables cooked in the oven. End with a surprise dessert from our most talented chefs. Don’t miss this one!
1 Tues., Oct. 8, 5:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87786
DonJito Fusion Kitchen
122 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck 914-902-5486, DonJito.com
Hot Spot-Latin Fusion! Owner Jackfry Rosado has hit on a winning combination in his Latin kitchen where they celebrate a Neuvo Latino menu with Spanish, Mexican and South American traditions. Join chef Luis Casenes as he shows us some of the specialties of the house. Gain tips to make guacamole and salsa and piononos (sweet plantains with seasoned meat). Learn the secret to making gambas al ajillo, as well as mofongo made of sweet potatoes and green plantains. Enjoy a show-stopping demo on making fabulous seafood paella. Our dessert tutorial will be churros with a Nutella dipping sauce.
1 Thurs., Oct. 10, 6:00-8:00pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87787
Le Moulin Eatery Wine Bar and Event Planning Catering
1 Pierpointe Street, Yonkers 914-469-6762, lemoulincatering.com
Oo la la French Bistro! Le Moulin opened its doors in 2016 in historic downtown Yonkers on the Hudson River waterfront, where owner chef Josyane Colwell serves French cuisine inspired by her youth while living in the south of France. With over 30 years of experience catering for the finest affairs including serving diplomats and politicians in Washington, D.C., she follows her passion for using fresh, natural, and locally sourced ingredients. Learn to create a vegetable millefeuille tian in a puff pastry “hat” with a balsamic vinaigrette drizzle. Enjoy braised Kobe beef short rib with merlot sauce alongside macaroni and fromage. Make polenta and crab cakes with asparagus and dill sauce. Our French dessert is a baked apple with honey and a maple syrup caramel. Food is nature, it should be healthy and organic, creative and beautiful…this is the soul of Le Moulin Catering!
1 Tues., Oct. 15, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87788
Pappous Greek Kitchen
1983 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights 914-455-2111, pappousgreekkitchen.com
Lunch Greek Isles! Owner Rui Cunha, a 15-year Westchester restaurateur, named the restaurant as an homage to his Pappou (grandfather). He offers authentic Greek dishes and “Pappous style” sandwiches in his hometown. Learn the secret to the sangria Pappou makes when Yia Yia is not around (kicked-up with extra brandy... Opa!) Make keftedes which are Greek style meatballs and their famous Thalassa platter of shrimp, calamari, and octopus with Greek lemon potatoes and fries. In Greek mythology, Thalassa was the primeval spirit of the sea. A surprise Greek dessert awaits. A class not to miss!
1 Sat., Oct. 19, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87790
Piccola Trattoria
41 Cedar Street, Dobbs Ferry 914-674-8427, piccolany.com
Under the Tuscan Sun! Argentinian born chef Sergio Pennacchio is inspired by Tuscan cuisine. Dine in his trattoria with its cozy atmosphere, perfect to relax with good friends enjoying a glass of vino. He will delight us with a lesson on Sicilian eggplant caponata and calamari pepe (fried calamari tossed in a spicy pepperoncini sauce). Help to hand-make spaghetti for a lesson on cacio e pepe made in a wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Sergio will select several wines to complement our meal for $5 per glass. Learn the art of making moscato tiramisu. Don’t miss this as the chef is sure to become your favorite!
1 Mon., Oct. 21, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87791
The Taco Project
65 Pondfield Road, Bronxville 914-356-8226, thetacoprojectny.com
Taco Tuesday! Co-owners Nick Mesce and Sebastian Aliberti hit on something great when they opened a small taco shop in Tarrytown. Now in Yonkers and Bronxville, their Mexican “street cart style” tacos are served as the Mayans do on corn versus flour tortillas. #TacoTuesday is a real thing, so begin with apple habanero versus regular salsa with freshly fried white corn tortillas. Chef Alfonzo and Nick will teach us to make their special tacos: shrimp tempura battered with tomatillo sauce, radish and mango salsa; and skirt steak with chimichurri, guac-salsa and grilled scallions. For dessert, enjoy caramel flan cake with toasted almonds. Class will sell out fast so do not delay!
1 Tues., Oct. 22, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87792
Sign of the Whale
6 Harbor Point Road, Stamford, CT 203-883-8282, signofthewhalect.com
Interactive with Rooftop Bar! An American gastro pub with a vibrant nightlife located in beautiful Harbor Point has some of the best water views around. Their famous “whale burger” was voted Best Burger in Stamford. Event manager Gabby will create an interactive evening beginning with a mixology session on white sangria from the Best Bartender Contest winner, Erik “the bowtie bartender”. Executive chef Walter Estrada will have us make our own baked brie cheese with pumpkin jam. Then an instruction on perfectly seared jumbo shrimp with butternut squash risotto and shaved Brussels sprouts. Each attendee makes a dessert of apple empanadas, golden raisins and apple caramel, served with vanilla gelato. Great hot-spot day or night so join us in an amazing setting!
1 Wed., Oct. 23, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87795
Albano’s
83 Westchester Avenue, Pound Ridge 914-764-4051, AlbanoAppliance.com
Interactive Wonderful Setting! Resident chef Jehan deNoüe manages the company’s continuing education program, including cooking classes, manufacturer demonstrations, and personal and in-home instruction. Learn tips for preparing a fabulous meal all the while toasting us with wine. Surrounded by high tech and modern appliances, chef explains the nuances of induction and steam oven cooking. Get back to the roots as we learn to make celeriac and parsnip soup without cream, roasted garlic and herb chicken, turnips and carrots. Enjoy a lesson on the holiday favorite sweet potato pie. Do not miss this class as it is always a favorite!
1 Thurs., Oct. 24, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87796
Maria Restaurant
11 Huguenot Street, New Rochelle 914-636-0006, marianewrochelle.com
Veggies are the Star at Lunch! New Italian cuisine from the brothers that brought you Pop’s Espresso and Fratelli’s Pizza, Peter and Giovanni Cucullo. Gio will teach us about melanzana from recipes inspired by momma Maria. Vegetables are the star as we learn classics with a twist including a classic rendition of caponata. Try your hand at eggplant fries and cauliflower fritters and discover the secret to make the perfect broccoli rabe with garlic and olive oil over pasta. For dessert, taste the lightest doughnut around made at Pop’s Espresso next door, filled with cannoli cream and enjoyed with a cappuccino. The “dannoli” will change your life! Come try what everyone is talking about!
1 Sat., Oct. 26, 12:00am-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87797
Risotto Restaurant
788 Commerce Street, Thornwood 914-769-6000, risotto-restaurant.com
Rice is Nice! A traditional Northern Italian dish, risotto is made by slowly simmering arborio rice and adding liquid at intervals to achieve a creamy texture. Owner Kevin Oliveros take us on an informative tour exploring the preparation of the restaurant’s namesake. Begin with a demonstration on the favorite arancini with beet and goat cheese. Perfectly prepare cacio e pepe risotto tableside as chef will flambé in a giant wheel of Pecorino Romano cheese and top with a perfectly fried egg. An optional wine pairing with each course. An end of meal treat is a seasonal lesson on apple bread pudding. Come try this terrific restaurant!
1 Mon., Oct. 28, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $10). #87798
Zuppa Restaurant and Lounge
59-61 Main Street, Yonkers 914-376-6500, zupparestaurant.com
Italian Flare! Owner Robert Leggio helped spark the development of the Yonkers’ downtown waterfront district. Zuppa is housed in the Gazette Newspaper’s Printing Press warehouse and now has a warm southern Italian inspired decor whose walls are made with 100-year old bricks. Chef Paskual will demonstrate a shaved sun-choke arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette, followed by ravioli filled with romanesco and ricotta and adorned with butter broth and spicy pangrattato. Chef sears scallops over puff pastry with a champagne shallot sauce. Enjoy the signature dish of homemade zeppoli with three dipping sauces accompanied by Italian coffee. Join us near the river for a meal you will not soon forget. Buon appetitto!
1 Tues., Oct. 29, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87799
The Horse & Hound Inn
94 Spring Street, South Salem 914-763-3108, thehorseandhoundinn.com
Spooky Historic Inn! During the twenty years the Vales have owned the Inn, there have been several sightings of spirits, including during our classes! Our host, Sue, will start our night with an amuse bouche of firecracker shrimp wrapped in bacon along with a glass of a wine chosen to pair with our meal. Designed to be made at home, taste the filo wrapped baked brie with apple, almonds and honey. Learn to sear dry scallops over a butternut squash risotto. An apple maple syrup brown betty will send us off on a sweet note. This is a terrific demonstration and always a favorite! Come help keep the spirits at bay!
1 Wed., Oct. 30, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87800
Cabbage Hill Farm and Foundation
115 Crow Hill Road, Mt. Kisco 914-241-2658, www.cabbagehillfarm.org
*LUNCH at Peter Pratt’s Inn, 673 Croton Heights Road, Yorktown Heights, 914-962-4090, www.prattsinn.com
The Farmer and the Chef! Truly from farm to table. Begin your day at Cabbage Hill Farm with Brian and Eileen to see where our ingredients originate, then take the 10-minute drive to Peter Pratt’s Inn to enjoy lunch created from our “finds” with
the fabulous chef Jon Pratt. The Cabbage Hill farm is non-profit dedicated to the preservation of historic farm animals and promotes sustainable agriculture and aquaponics. Begin with a mushroom cream soup adorned with pork crisps and salad made with farm-grown vegetables. Enjoy a pork or beef dish with luscious sides along with corn bread topped with Jon’s famous local honey. Finish with dessert and a special wine. Please wear appropriate outerwear for visiting the farm and note the extended time. This is a class not to be missed so sign up quickly!
1 Sat., Nov. 2, 11:00 am-2:30 pm, $20 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87801
Amore Cucina & Bar
921 Hope Street, Stamford, CT 203-357-1066, amorecucinastamford.com
6-Time World Pizza Champion in CT! Bruno DiFabio has been called a “Pizza Geek” and
“The Fastest Pizza Maker in the World”, but ultimately he is an authority focusing on the scientific principles of dough making, theory,
and the history of pizza. Appearing many times on The Food Network, he will show us how
to craft mini lasagnas to take home containing short rib ragu, ricotta, and Sunday sauce.
Known for pizza romana, try the square pie that uses the “poolish” dough method (a 72-hour fermentation process) and cooked in a gas-fired brick floor oven. Learn the secret of their original “scappy” wings to pair with a lesson on the Angelina Sophia-a killer cocktail made with meyer lemon vodka and prosecco. Find out how they make their momma’s Italian cheesecake. Parking on premises.
1 Mon., Nov. 4, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87802
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Hands-on Knife Skills! Special class treat-shop with a substantial discount on all Zwilling products listed on website and in their store. Bernard Janssen, executive chef, will introduce us to the fundamentals of good knife skills, including what makes a great knife and how to use it for specific tasks. Practice skills including the circular/rocking motion, julienne, brunoise, dicing, supreme citrus, mincing herbs, and fish filet knife, along with cleaning and maintaining knives. Not a full meal, but light fare and beverages are served. The cooking studio offers their own classes throughout the year. Chop-chop!
1 Tues., Nov. 5, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87803
The Winery at St. George
1715 E. Main Street, Mohegan Lake 914-455-4272, thewineryatstgeorge.com
Slovenia Here We Come! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Winery is housed in a 107-year old stone church and is one of the most sought-after, unique venues in the tri-state area. Tonight, learn about the wines of Slovenia and food of that culture. Join us for a truly unique tasting experience with certified sommelier Susan Ellis and executive chef Cisco guiding our palates through a four-course Russian wine pairing. Chef will create unique Slovenian cuisine and seasonally inspired plates such as potato leek soup with croutons, kielbasa with mlinci baked noodles with a white cabbage salad.
A surprise dessert, too!
1 Wed., Nov. 6, 6:00-8:00pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87804
Le Fontane
Corner of Routes 100 & 139, Katonah (Somers) 914-232-9619, lefontane.net
Classic Italian with a Twist! Specializing in authentic southern Italian cuisine, owners Antonio and Alfredo Abbate, two brothers raised by a family of restaurateurs and wine makers on Capri, introduce us to their culinary talents. All pasta is made on premises or at their pasta store located in the heart of Katonah. Chef Messina will teach us the art of making pizza rustica (Italian egg and meat pie) along with roasted pork tenderloin and perfect risotto. The restaurant prides itself on its homemade desserts and they will demonstrate how to make zeppole with Italian coffee. A local favorite since 1987 providing warm hospitality and delicious fare!
1 Thurs., Nov. 7, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87806
The Dessertist
50 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-862-4016 thedessertist.com
Make Your Cake and Eat it, too! Executive pastry chef and owner Samantha Benjamin hosts a hands-on cake decorating lesson in her newly designed shop. Recently named as a Food Network Featured Chef, she will show us the basics of making and decorating cake pops and a mini version of the perfect layer cake, giving step-by-step instructions. Cake decorating is taken to the next level using edible ingredients that you can find in a store or easily make on your own. Cakes become decadent and dramatic works of art with every piece being edible! Oreos, chocolate chip cookies, candy, and cake pops are just the start! Sample a few tasty treats and BYOB if you choose! Each attendee will go home with cake pops and a completed mini-layer cake from this creative night. Come out to play!
1 Thurs., Nov. 7, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87805
Chutney Masala Indian Bistro
76 Main Street, Irvington 914-591-5500, chutneymasala.com
Lunch Open Kitchen Demo! Owner chef Navjot Arora shares his vast food knowledge from his native home in Jalandhar Punjab. Enjoy an education on Indian spices used to create the complex flavors that comprise each dish. Make your own potato samosa filled with delicious spiced vegetables and fried crisp. Learn how to make the chef’s mom’s lentil soup and sprouted mung bean salad and everyone’s favorites of chicken tandoori and saag paneer. A HOT demo on nan bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with ghee. Always fun surprises from a knowledgeable instructor and a very popular class!
1 Sat., Nov. 9, 11:30-1:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #87807
Southern Table Kitchen & Bar
39 Marble Ave, Pleasantville 914-618-3355, southern-table.com
2 Dates/Southern Hospitality! Owner Michael Ferrara has added another hot spot in Pleasantville that placed top 10 in Westchester Magazine’s “Best New Restaurant” list. This family-owned restaurant boasts an open kitchen serving up southern fare. In addition to chicken with waffles, and pork-belly-topped grits, expect some southern favorites. Our chef will show us the makings of their famous grilled brie stuffed pretzel served with fig jam, and micro arugula. Chef will teach us the secret to his fried chicken and light cornbread served with maple syrup honey butter and shrimp and grits. A surprise southern themed dessert will be our sweet ending to this most hospitable evening. Choose one of two dates.
1 Tues., Nov. 12, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87808 OR
1 Wed., Nov. 13, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87809
Edible Arrangements
26 Mill Road, Eastchester 914-202-9123, www.ediblearrangements.com/stores/26-Mill-Rd-Eastchester-NY-10709
Hands-on Fruit! Fresh fruit bouquets make any occasion special. Marco Ascolillo, culinary instructor and a graduate of Johnson & Wales University has been the owner of Edible Arrangements of Eastchester since 2006. Learn the tricks of the trade in creating an edible fruit centerpiece and the art of gourmet chocolate dipped fruit. Everyone will make and go home with an arrangement. They also have fresh fruit treats to go: fruit salads, parfaits, and many other delicious fresh snacks. BYOB if you wish!
1 Thurs., Nov.14, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87810
The 808 Bistro
808 Scarsdale Avenue, Scarsdale 914-722-0808, the808bistro.com
Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Lunch! Chef owner Salvatore Cucullo, Jr. has spent his entire life in the restaurant world. Training at the CIA with a family background in Italian cuisine make for the perfect recipe. The constantly changing menu features homemade offerings with a loving homage to Nana’s recipes. Help our chef to roll pumpkin gnocchi as a creative Thanksgiving dish (served in a baked mini-pumpkin). Our generous chef will have us taste his delicious lamb ribs with a honey cabernet glaze. Dessert will be bananas foster napoleon imagined by our chef. Come explore what this talented chef has to offer!
1 Sat., Nov. 16, 12:00-2:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #8781
Tarry Tavern
27 Main Street, Tarrytown 914-631-7227, tarrytavern.com
Hand Crafted Pasta Demo! Owner Henry Cabral’s American gastro-pub offers creative, locally sourced dishes and seasonal menus inspired by what farmers and fishermen are growing, raising, and catching. Near the Tarrytown Music Hall, many visit before or after a show for a splendid meal. Learn to make hand crafted yukon gold potato gnocchi parisienne with brown butter and sage, and sear Hudson Valley Rohan duck with butternut squash farrotto. Cabral is a renowned pastry chef and makes us some of the most delicious desserts-just taste his pumpkin apple bread pudding. Enjoy a night out with a classically trained restaurateur!
1 Tues., Nov. 19, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87812
AJ’s
542 North Avenue, New Rochelle 914-235-3009, AJsBurgers.com
Pasta Test - Up Close Demo! Chef Alan Cohen will delight with his knowledge of simple food made from great ingredients. Voted Best NY Burger, AJ’s serves up creative and delicious food. Tonight, we will compare dry pasta and fresh in several sauces including creamy vodka, marinara, and filetto di pomodoro. A terrific “how to” on classic tiramisu with mascarpone and whipped cream. Always full of surprises, he shares tastes of whatever special he is making that day. This is always a terrific class, up close and personal, with a top-notch instructor. Sure to be your favorite!
1 Wed., Nov. 20, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87813
Mediterraneo
189 Main Street, White Plains 914-448-8800, zhospitalitygroup.com/mediterraneowhiteplains
Mediterranean Fare! Owners of the well-established ZHospitalityGroup, Mediterraneo’s executive chef Albert DeAngelis oversees all eight of their wonderful properties in the NY Metro area. Known for fabulous food and creative cocktails, the mixologist will show us how to create a refreshing cocktail the “Sangria de Madrid” with white apricot and strawberry, brandy wine, citrus juices. Executive sous chef Matthew McNerney demonstrates how to prepare tuna crudo with avocado and cucumber. Learn the technique for a hearty dish of crispy potato gnocchi, goat cheese, and red grapes. Chef shows the proper handling of fish to create black sea bass over cauliflower tabouli with dried fruit. Their talented pastry chef teaches us how to make a luscious matcha crème brûlée. Sign up for a spectacular night on the town!
1 Thurs., Nov. 21, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87814
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio
270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, zwillingcookingstudio.com
Seared to perfection/Hands-on Cooking! Executive chef Bernard Janssen shows us how to use Zwilling products while we learn to prepare a sit down meal. An extensive interactive lesson includes how make perfectly seared scallops served over parsnip cream and sautéed spinach; and seared hanger steak. Learn to use the steam grill to make perfect asparagus, adding sautéed mushrooms and port reduction. We will make a light and airy chocolate mousse over a chocolate sponge cake with raspberry coulis. Limited space and special class treat—a substantial discount on all Zwilling products (check website). Longer class due to interactive cooking!
1 Mon., Dec. 2, 5:30-9:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87815
Clock Tower Grill
512 Clock Tower Drive, Brewster 845-582-0574, clocktowergrill.com
Holiday Madness! Proud owner of a farm supporting the restaurant’s growing needs, our talented chef Rich Parente will teach us to explore food in a fun and different way. Sample local beer while learning the technique to make a smoked trout mousse. Learn to brine pork chops for a “holiday ham” effect along with an easy side dish of brussel sprouts with horseradish cream and a twist on sweet potatoes. An education on a “gingerbread house” and candy cane cookies for a fun holiday-themed dessert. Come see this creative chef in action. Always expect the unexpected at CTG!
1 Tues., Dec. 3, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87816
The Dessertist
50 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson 914-862-4016 thedessertist.com
Coo-kies! One of Food Network’s featured chefs, Samantha Benjamin hosts a hands-on cookie decorating lesson in her redesigned studio. Learn the basics of decorating holiday cookies and create a “dressing” for these delicious cookies with a variety of decorations. You will be able to repeat these techniques at home. Sample some tasty treats and BYOB if you choose! Each attendee will go home with their creations. This is going to be FUN!
1 Thurs., Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87818
Brothers Fish & Chips
172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining 914-488-5141, brothersfishandchips.com
Eat Fish. Live Longer! Here is one big family of chefs that have realized their dream by owning a seafood restaurant next door to the takeout spot. Known for his beautiful plates, chef owner Elmer Oliveros will start our demonstration with smoky fish cakes over a pepita sauce and show us the best lobster salad with yucca fries. As a special treat, a tutorial on mom’s tres leches cake. A lovely surprise awaits!
1 Mon., Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87819
The Grille at Somers Pointe
1000 West Hill Drive N, Somers 914-276-1000, thesomerspointe.com
He’s Back! One of our favorite instructors, chef Tom Costello of Yorktown fame, is now executive chef at this grand event space and restaurant on the golf course. Sister establishment to The Briarcliff Manor, owners Perry and Vincenza DiNapoli show their hospitality at this beautifully appointed location with a lesson on beef short ribs over creamy polenta and a how-to on prepping branzino fillets, and roasting parsnips to puree with caper butter sauce. Discover the easy way to create Nutella chocolate mousse adorned with whipped cream and strawberry coulis. Enjoy a wine pairing with each course for an additional $12.
1 Tues., Dec. 10, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor; optional wine pairing additional $12). #87820
The Spread
18 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 203-900-1887, thespreadgreenwich.com
Creative CT Chef! Life-long restaurant employees turned owners, Andrey Cortes, Chris Hickey, Chris Rasile and Shawn Longyear joined chef Carlos Baez to create The Spread. Chef will educate us on perfect roasted beets for a salad with candied pistachios and gorgonzola dolce, adorned with a grapefruit infused balsamic dressing. Braised short ribs, sautéed spinach, shiitake mushrooms and crispy shallots will make your guests swoon. A sweet lesson on doughnuts filled with vanilla cream, and bourbon caramel sauce will make you realize why this chef is voted the best time and time-again. Grab a friend and check out this beautiful space!
1 Wed., Dec. 11, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87821
Peter Pratt’s Inn
673 Croton Heights Road, Yorktown Heights 914-962-4090, prattsinn.com
Moonshine Be Mine! Built in 1780, this colonial homestead has been a local inn dating back to 1926. A special place to dine, it produces fabulous creations from master chef and owner Jonathan Pratt. He will delight us with stories of the Inn’s history and culinary past and treat us to a wine pairing specially selected for the evening. We will toast our chef and dine on samples of short rib ragout with local purveyor Wild Hive polenta. Learn the magic to Filipino pork adobo with fried rice. Jon will showcase local Moonshine in his 21 and over “moonberry” sundae along with a snow cone of shaved ice. This restauranteur is a fabulous educator and it is always a popular class so grab a friend and reserve your spot early!
1 Thurs., Dec. 12, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87822
The Westchester Barista
#KevinLeche *Held at Brothers Fish & Chips,
172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining 914-488-5141, brothersfishandchips.com,
IG @Westchester_Barista
Be Your Own Barista-Breakfast! Kevin Oliveros, owner of Risotto in Thornwood, will show us the ins and outs of the perfect 3-minute “pour over” coffee that will change your world. A talented instructor, he will teach us how to create popular “milk art” on lattes. An exciting discussion and hands on class about coffee. Chef Elmer Oliveros, owner and brother, will share the secret for his now famous avocado toast with poached egg along with delicious muffins to enjoy with our coffee. This is a special class-join us for breakfast!
1 Sat., Dec. 14, 10:30am-12:00 pm, $20 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87823
Sambal Thai & Malay
4 West Main Street, Irvington 914-478-2200, sambalny.com
Asian Cuisine Water Views! Take a culinary tour of Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia to discover the flavors of South-East Asian cuisine. Inspired by Bangkok, proprietor Navjot Arora, will share his expertise to acquaint us with the balanced flavors of sweet, salty, sour, and bitter. Enjoy a Thai iced tea and a lesson on a few special dishes starting with som tum (green papaya salad). Then a lesson on basil fried rice with onion and bell pepper. Learn the secret to gang kiew wan (green curry shrimp). In warm weather, visit the rooftop deck with views of the Hudson. Come taste the bold flavors!
1 Tues., Dec. 17, 5:30-7:30 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87824
808 Social
185 Summerfield Street, Scarsdale 914-723-2600, 808socialny.com
Italian with a Twist! Owners Frank Valenti and Michael Mondrone partner with Chef Salvatore Cucullo to create an atmosphere where Italian comfort food, music, wine and spirits come together for an unforgettable social experience. Our chef will show us how it’s done starting with a creative kabocha squash croquette with a lemon, dill, and sour cream dressing. Next, a lesson on braised boneless short ribs with creamy polenta that you can easily duplicate for the holidays. Discover how to make a beautiful dessert of bourbon marinated grilled pears with roquefort and a balsamic glaze.
1 Wed., Dec. 18, 6:00-8:00 pm, $20 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #87825