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Feeling Phyllo
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Feeling Phyllo

$65

with Deb Arter

Calendar Next session starts Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

If you have not discovered what a time saver phyllo dough can be, this is the class for you! We will learn to make Spinach Feta triangles, Quick Sausage Cheese appetizers and Apple Sheet pan Baklava. All recipes employ phyllo dough. Be sure and bring a container or two to take home what you don't eat on the spot! All ingredients and recipes provided. Generous yield to divide among participants. No experience required! You will be hit of holiday parties!

TiPS 360 Safe Alcohol Service
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TiPS 360 Safe Alcohol Service

$60

with Mark Shinners

This class is presented by NE Food Safety. Learn what you need to stay safe, keep customers safe and pass the CFPM exam. All key points are covered, from cleaning and sanitization to cooking temperatures, purchasing, and proper methods of food preparation and delivery. Price includes unlimited practice questions, book, class, and proctored exam. Students will be taught information in a variety of manners, including an exciting round of Food Jeopardy. Your instructor will be bilingual (Spanish/English), with over a decade of experience instructing adult learners at hospitals, VAs, colleges and universities, restaurants and hotels, and more. Topics covered include correct ID Process, Drink Measurement, DRAM Shop Law, Negligence, How to Diffuse Difficult Situations, BAC rate and Intoxication Factors, as much more. This class is fun, but it’s also important. Get your team trained before the busy season! *There will be no alcohol on premise.

Chinese Cuisine: Candied Fruit Skewers
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Chinese Cuisine: Candied Fruit Skewers

$50

with Shufang Liao

Experience a classic Chinese street snack through Tanghulu, a delightful treat of fruit coated in a crisp sugar shell. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to select fruits like strawberries, hawthorn, or grapes, skewer them, and create the perfect glossy sugar coating. Discover how this snack dates to ancient times and remains a favorite during winter festivals and street fairs. *A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

Cold Weather Scones

$65

with Deb Arter

Calendar Next session starts Nov 5, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Time to get out the sweaters and have some tea! Scones are the perfect accompaniment! In this 3-hour class, we will make: Harvest Pumpkin Scones, Double Ginger Scones, Savoy Hotel Classic Scones, Maple Bacon Scones, and Cranberry Orange Scones. All ingredients provided. No experience needed. Be sure and bring a container to take home samples. You will fall in love with these flavors!

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Chinese Cuisine: Zongzi Rice Cakes

$65

with Shufang Liao

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 12, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Experience the tradition of the Dragon Boat Festival through Zongzi, a beloved sticky rice dumpling wrapped in bamboo leaves. In this hands-on cultural cooking class, you’ll learn to prepare sticky rice, choose fillings like pork, red bean, or dates, and wrap the signature pyramid shape or other shapes. Discover the legend of poet Qu Yuan and the deep symbolism behind this ancient dish as you cook your Zongzi to perfection. *A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

A Taste of Greece: Appetizers & Sides

$115

with Constantine Zoulamis

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 2, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 2 weeks

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to prepare classic Greek appetizers like tzatziki, stuffed grape leaves, and giant beans. We’ll also create hearty, comforting soups, including lentil, great northern bean, and the traditional avgolemono, featuring both chicken and meatball variations. All materials/ingredients provided.

Raclette: The Perfect Winter Dinner Party

$35

with Tiffany Harrington

Calendar Next session starts Dec 7, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jan 11, 2027

This workshop will teach you all about the Swiss winter tradition of raclette, a meal that is all about cheese. Learn about creating a fun, memorable night for family and friends by throwing a raclette dinner party to get through the dark, cold winter. We’ll go over the traditional components of the meal and how it can be adapted to any diet or preference. The workshop will include a demonstration and tasting. Come ready to eat cheese. *JAN Session Snow Date: 1/25.

Entertaining with Maine Ingredients: Mocktail Mixology

$35

with Maine Tasting Center

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 16, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Explore Maine-made syrups, shrubs, infusions, and more while learning to craft beautiful, non-alcoholic mocktails. This hands-on class introduces local ingredients, creative techniques, and mixology tips, then gives you a chance to get hands-on with a few special recipes. All recipes and materials provided. Presented by Sara Gross of Maine Tasting Center.





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