Elements to Cook By: Fire, Wind, Earth, Water

You don’t have to be Alton Brown to appreciate the science that happens when we we step into the kitchen.  Understanding our basic elements – Fire, Wind, Earth, Water — can make us better cooks.  Join us for this 4-part series as we explore:

1. Fire – It’s cool to set things on fire…when we mean to, of course! Learn how to flambé, brulée, blacken and char.  (Fire extinguisher on premises!). Warm up your winter with:
   • Blackened Cajun Snapper
   • Sweet Potato Brulée
   • Charred Eggplant Salad
   • Bananas Foster
2. Wind – air is fleeting unless you trap it. Learn how to give rise and air to your cooking:
   • French Mushroom Soufflés
   • Grape Harvest Bread
   • Asian Steamed Dumplings
   • Swiss Jelly Rolls
3. Earth – “Salt of the earth,” one of the basic elements that can cure, preserve, pickle and season. This is a class of practical “do-ahead” techniques!  Perfect for spring – don’t miss this Pesach-friendly class!
   • Make Salmon Tartare from your own homemade Citrus-cured Salmon
   • Unmold a Salt-crusted Snapper,
   • Enjoy Lemony Pickled Cauliflower, and
   • Balsamic-Strawberry Salad.
4. Water-water spawns life (…and home renovations). It also enables us to make glorious pasta dishes, creamy polenta and soul-restoring soups.  Harness the power of water and learn some great dairy dishes just in time for Shavuot!

You can signup for individual classes or get a discount for attending the entire series!!