Conquering Cuisine

Who doesn't love an Italian supper? We make our lasagna with fresh noodles and house-made basil marinara. We'll serve it up with tender meatballs smothered in tomato gravy. It's the perfect comfort meat to enjoy with the family.

Menu:
- Lasagna with Fresh Noodles, Mixed Cheeses and Basil;
- Homemade Meatballs Braised with San Marzano Tomato and Demi-glaze Sauce;
- Romaine Salad with Tomatoes, Shaved Parmesan and Roasted Garlic Caesar Dressing;
- Crusty Italian Bread;
- Cannoli with Chocolate Chips

There is no question that Italians have a passion for good cooking. When you start with incredible ingredients it's much easier to make simple dishes taste sublime. We'll make dishes that are representative of the country as a whole using authentic ingredients and tried-and-true preparations.

Like many of you, Conquering Cuisine loves Thanksgiving. It's the best cooking holiday of the year and a time where we pull out all the stops to make the meal as special as possible. With so much to do, however, even the most avid home cooks can use a helping hand. That's where we come in, offering a delicious twist for your Thanksgiving table!

Each dinner pack includes a whole, local fresh turkey along with stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and gravy. It's made from scratch and comes ready to heat (instructions included) and serve. Serves 8 to 10.

The party season has officially begun! This class combines creative holiday fare with cocktails that are perfect for the crisper weather. We'll focus on foods that are fresh and simply prepared using seasonal ingredients. We'll also show you how to make tasty cocktails that use fresh juices and homemade syrups to really set them apart.

The food scene in America has evolved and expanded significantly over the last few decades. We are the ultimate melting pot, fusing flavors and traditions from around the world but still forming our own unique identity. This class will explore some of our great dishes. It's what Conquering Cuisine is all about.

Don't just eat brunch, experience it. Join us for a hands-on champagne brunch cooking class. You'll prepare both sweet and savory recipes that are sure to start the day off right! The session begins with a pomegranate mimosa and then you'll work your way through a sweet and crispy French toast, delicious panini and an to a other worldly egg dish.

Sushi is like no other food - impeccably fresh fish served raw, presented elegantly with perfectly cooked rice. Making sushi at home is not hard and can be a great way to entertain. You'll learn the types of fish used, how to recognize the quality of sushi-grade fish, and how to prepare the rolls. We'll also demonstrate making perfect rice and discuss the condiments served with sushi.

No country combines food and romance better than France. Their contributions to the food world are unmatched - dishes that are an amazing mix of great ingredients and classic cooking techniques. We'll dig into elements of French cooking by featuring a menu of seasonal dishes.

The goal of these hands-on classes is to teach kids fundamental techniques needed to prepare a variety of basic meals. Along the way we stress kitchen safety and the proper use of and care of cooking tools. Each class will begin with instruction on the recipes being prepared included understanding the ingredients, measurements and procedure. Participants then prepare the items listed in each class with the guidance and supervision of instructors. The menus are designed to stress fresh ingredients and kid-friendly flavors. As the class progress the kids get to eat the dishes they prepared and ask questions. Each class will include two savory menu items relating to the theme of the day and one sweet menu item.

Two options: Ages 10 to 12 and 13 to 14. Please note, the group dynamic is critical in these classes so these age ranges are firm. For safety reasons, minimum age is 10 years old (no exceptions).

Part 1: Italy (1/11/25) - We start with one of the popular cuisines in America - Italian. We'll dig into making pasta sauces, a fresh salad and finish with chocolate and ricotta cannolis.

Part 2: France (1/18/25) - The kids will learn how the French mastered the art of cooking by making a seasonal soup, a sautéed chicken dish and sweet crepes.

Part 3: Mexico (1/25/25) - In our third session we head south of the border to make taco, salsa and a Mexican inspired rice salad. It's fun and festive food the kids love.

Part 4: America (2/1/25) - We wrap up the series with fun foods the kids love - a homemade cheesesteak with sautéed mushrooms, gooey mac and cheese, and chocolate chip brownies.

Note: Snow date, if needed, will be on 2/8/25.