December 2012 thru January 2013
Community Kitchen Schedule of Cooking Classes & Workshops in Eureka & Arcata
Braised Beef prepared by Chef John Hoeschen | Photo by Lauren Fawcett
Eureka Cooking Classes 4th & B Streets
Full Eureka Classes Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, Dec. 1 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm (full) Sunday, Dec. 9 from 1:00 to 2:30 pm (full) French Humboldt Cuisine I with Chef Alex Begovic Thursday, Dec. 6 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm (full) See the most up-to-date information on full and cancelled classes at www.northcoastco-op.com Monday, December 3, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Cook & Save
Co-op Staff Instruction Free Cooking at home instead of eating out is an easy way to save money, particularly if you focus your meals around ingredients that are on sale. Join in on the fun of creating recipes from items that will be on sale at the Co-op. Our Cook & Save Club is for anyone who is interested in learning how to use their food dollars more wisely.
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Please note: Most cooking classes (in both Arcata & Eureka) are demonstration only, meaning that the instructor demonstrates the recipe(s) and students eat the food that is prepared (usually a full course meal). Classes with a hands-on icon allow for student involvement in the creation of a meal. Wednesday, December 5, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Master Food Preserver Demo Edible Gifts from the Kitchen: Flavored Vinegars & Gourmet Herb Blends
Free Are you looking for creative gift ideas for the foodies on your list? The Master Food Preservers of Humboldt County will teach methods for infusing vinegars with herbs, spices & more and how to create custom herb blends. Topics include the basic principles of food preservation, safety procedures, and what equipment is needed for the featured recipes. Tasty samples are included. Monday, December 10, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Buon Natale! An Italian Christmas
Mary Tyson $45/$35 Co-op Members Experience the rich and distinct flavors of this appetizing menu. The meal will begin with a traditional Antipasto Platter and continue with a holiday feast of Crab and Mascarpone Ravioli; Stuffed Duck with Roasted Seasonal Vegetables; and classic Panettone for dessert. Wine Served
Vegetarian
Kid-Friendly
Schedule of Cooking Classes & Workshops | December 2012 thru January 2013 Thursday, December 20, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
...Eureka Classes Continued
French Humboldt Cuisine II
Tuesday, December 11, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Southern Creole Comfort
Sweet Mama Janisse $40/$30 Co-op Members Spice up the season with some authentic southern fare. Pork Tenderloin with Peaches and Pecan Sauce; Soulful Smothered Chicken; Pecan Rice Pilaf; Stuffed Sweet Potatoes; Plantation Green Beans; and Sweet Marie Bars.
Chef Alex Begovic $45/$35 Co-op Members Take a break from the holiday rush and treat yourself to this delightful dining experience. Creamy Yam Soup with Cilantro; Braised Escarole and Endive (bacon optional); Goat Cheese Fritters on Frisée with Pomegranate Reduction; and Pumpkin Cake with Cranberry Crème Anglaise & Candied Ginger.
Monday, December 17, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Wednesday, January 16, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Chef Jon Hoeschen $45/$35 Co-op Members Learn techniques for roasting a variety of ingredients. Jon’s flavorful menu will be: Cream of Porcini Mushroom Soup with Quail Eggs; Mixed Green Salad with Blood Oranges, Dried Cranberries and Candied Pecans; Rosemary & Garlic Roasted Leg of Lamb; OvenRoasted Fingerling Potatoes and Winter Root Vegetable Medley; and Chocolate Lava Cake with Espresso Cream.
Free Start off the New Year learning how to make marmalade and preserved lemons. The Master Food Preservers of Humboldt County will demonstrate how to make and use these versatile treats in a variety of ways. Topics include the basic principles of water bath canning and safety procedures. Includes samples of the featured recipes.
Wednesday, December 19, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
French Humboldt Winter I
Master Food Preserver Demo: Citrus
Holiday Roasting Techniques
Co-op Cookie Exchange
Co-op Staff Instruction $25/$15 Co-op Members Join us for a fun & delicious holiday cookie swap. Each person will bring seven dozen of their favorite homemade cookie. One dozen will be for tasting and the other six dozen will be traded among the other attendees. Please bring a copy of your recipe and containers to take your cookies home. Appetizers and beverages included.
Thursday, January 17, 6:00 to 8:30 pm Chef Alex Begovic $45/$35 Co-op Members Looking for a little culinary inspiration? Look no further. Cream of Cauliflower Soup with Parsley Coulis; Frisée Salad with Quail Eggs, Roasted Leeks and Bacon Aioli; Beef Sirloin Roulade Stuffed with Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onions with Blue Cheese Cream Sauce; and Roasted Pears with Spiced Red Wine Syrup and Vanilla Bean Mousse. Monday, January 21, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Chef Inspired Winter Meal: The Recipes of Alice Waters
Chef Jon Hoeschen $45/$35 Co-op Members Enjoy these delightful dishes from Chez Panisse Café. Tuscan Bread, Bean and Vegetable Soup; Pan Seared Scallops with Prosciutto and Meyer Lemon Relish served with Mixed Greens and Seasonal Vegetables; and Warm Honey-Glazed Apple Tart with Cinnamon Ice Cream. Monday, January 28, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Vegan Cuisine: The Main Course
Photo by Anna Lindsay
Students from Gianaclis Caldwell's Cheesemaking class learned how to make feta, cottage, pressed, and even paneer cheese!
Udochi Skyers $30/$20 Co-op Members A Vegan lifestyle is more than a few appetizers and side dishes put together. Learn how to create three main courses featuring frozen soy & vegetable protein and dry textured protein products available from the Co-op. Udochi will share tips & techniques for creating rich vegan sauces. Enjoy the following menu: Savory Garlic-Glazed Browned Organic Tofu with Fresh Raw Slaw; Crispy Fried Soy (chicken-style) smothered in Béchamel Sauce; and Soy Stew (beef style) with Braised Winter Vegetables.
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Arcata Cooking Classes The Kitchen • 8th & I Streets
Gourmet Instruction Now in Arcata
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t’s hard to believe that it’s been five months since the Co-op added a second teaching kitchen location. In July the Co-op started hosting cooking classes & workshops in “The Kitchen” at Plaza Point Lauren Fawcett (affordable senior Community Kitchen housing complex) – 971 Coordinator 8th Street— across from our Arcata location. “The Kitchen” is on the main floor of Plaza Point next to Rita’s Market. The Co-op has access to this valuable community resource on a part-time basis. The Arcata teaching kitchen is in addition to the Community Kitchen at our 4th Street, Eureka location, which is why it is important to note which classes take place in Arcata and which take place in Eureka. The cooking class & workshop selections have expanded and evolved over the course of almost six years, and now range from gourmet, to eating on a budget, to artisan cheesemaking. We are so thankful for the participants who have contributed their time, money and feedback to making our cooking class & workshop program the success it is today! Monday, December 3, 5:00 to 6:30 pm
Herbal Remedies for Common Ailments
Greta de la Montagne Herbalist & Ayurvedic Practitioner Free Prevention is the most cost-effective form of healthcare. Learn how inexpensive home remedies can help improve your health and ease minor ailments. Greta will share how to use medicinal herbs in food preparation and how basic ingredients found on the spice shelf or in the garden may help alleviate a variety of common conditions, such as: digestive complaints, seasonal colds & flu, the Humboldt crud, stress, and skin problems.
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Full & Cancelled Arcata Classes Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, Dec. 8 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm (full)
Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres with Chef Alex Begovic Wednesday, Dec. 12 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm (full)
Easy Elegant Entertaining with Yvette Troyna Thursday, Dec. 13 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm (cancelled) See the most up-to-date information on full and cancelled classes at www.northcoastco-op.com
Wednesday, December 5, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Holiday Appetizer Party
Maria Vanderhorst $45/$35 Co-op Members Celebrate the season with this fabulous feast of delectable appetizers. Fresh Spring Rolls with BBQ Pork or Tofu and Peanut Sauce; Beer Battered Shrimp Shooters with Remoulade Sauce; Sliced Filet Mignon, Arugula & Horseradish Cream Crostini; Savory Corn Cakes with Crème Fraiche & Chives; Moroccan Spiced Chicken Kebabs & Yogurt Garlic Sauce; Mini Lemon Drop Cupcakes; and Kahlua Espresso Truffles. Monday, December 10, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Pasta by Hand
Simona Carini $40/$30 Co-op Members Have you always wanted to make fresh pasta? No mixer, no pasta machine and no eggs needed! Learn how to mix semolina dough and shape it into five to six different types of pasta. Students will take their pasta creations home. At the end of class, you’ll dine on a fresh pasta meal prepared by Simona. Friday, December 14, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Quick Raw Gourmet
Dawn Walker $45/$35 Co-op Members Learn how to transform raw veggies into delicious dressings, sauces, quick cheeses, and gourmet meals. Experience how amazing sauces can change the way you feel about raw veggies. The following recipes will be prepared and sampled in class: Carrot Salad served with Garlic Sunflower Seed Dressing; and Beet Ravioli filled with Cashew Tarragon Cheese accompanied with Red Pepper Marinara. Wine Served
Vegetarian
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Schedule of Cooking Classes & Workshops | December 2012 thru January 2013 ..Arcata Classes Continued Tuesday, December 18, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Co-op Cookie Exchange
Co-op Staff Instruction $25/$15 Co-op Members Join us for a fun & delicious holiday cookie swap. Each person will bring seven dozen of their favorite homemade cookie. One dozen will be for tasting and the other six dozen will be traded among the other attendees. Please bring a copy of your recipe and containers to take your cookies home in. Appetizers and beverages included. Wednesday, December 19, 12:30 to 1:30pm
Healthy Holiday Sides
Co-op Staff Instruction $20/$10 Co-op Members Freshen up your traditional holiday meal with some tasty new dishes. The four featured recipes will highlight whole grains, seasonal vegetables, and fresh fruit. Saturday, December 22, 11:00 am to 12:30pm
Gingerbread House Decorating
Co-op Staff Instruction $35/$25 Co-op Members W Create a magical holiday tradition in the Community Kitchen. We’ll provide the pre-baked & assembled gingerbread house, royal icing and plenty of edible goodies for customizing your very own house. Each workshop will be small & interactive. Tasty snacks & beverages are included. The price covers one child with one adult guardian and one gingerbread house. Monday, January 14, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Vegan Cuisine: Let’s Get Rolling
Udochi Skyers $30/$20 Co-op Members Learn how to create a variety of delicious raw and savory cooked rolls, along with accompanying dipping sauces. The menu features: Deep-Fried Spring Rolls with Sweet-n-Spicy Sauce; Raw Spring Rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce; and Nori Soy Shrimp Rolls with Organic Pickled Ginger and Cocktail Sauce. There will be some hands-on participation.
Photo by Lauren Fawcett
Bella Waters co-hosts a vegan cooking class in the Arcata Teaching Kitchen.
Saturday, January 26, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Hard Cider 101: Home Brewing
Sara Borok $50/$40 Co-op Members Learn the basics of turning apples and pears into hard (alcoholic) cider. Brewing cider is fun, takes minimal equipment, and with just a little bit of patience; you’ll be home brewing in no time. Each student will enjoy tasting a variety of ciders and will take home a quart of cider to continue fermentation (airlock included). The class will also explore the Arcata store’s brew supply section. Light lunch will be included. Must be 21 or older to attend. Tuesday, January 29, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
French Humboldt Winter II
Chef Alex Begovic $45/$35 Co-op Members Enjoy a comforting meal of hearty classics. Savoy Cabbage and Butternut Squash Soup; Roasted Winter Vegetable Salad with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette; Humboldt-Style Cassoulet with Duck Confit, Lamb and Pork Belly; and Roué au Chocolat (rolled chocolate glazed cake with jam).
For the Foodie on Your List!
Wednesday, January 23, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Co-op Kitchen Basics: Stocking the Pantry
Co-op Staff Instruction $20/$10 Co-op Members The key to preparing healthy, economical and great tasting food at home is having the right ingredients in your pantry. Learn tips for shopping the bulk department, taking advantage of sale items, and eating with the season. Three recipes will be featured and sampled.
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www.northcoastco-op.com or call Lauren Fawcett at (707) 443-6027 ext. 102 Please note location when registering
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