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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare traditional Greek entrées including pastitsio, stuffed peppers and cabbage, and briami. We’ll focus on layering flavors and time-honored techniques that define Greek home cooking, bringing warmth, depth, and authenticity to every dish you create. All materials/ingredients provided. *Snow Date: 2/3.

Love fried rice? Discover the secrets to wok-tossed perfection in this lively cooking class! You’ll learn how to transform simple ingredients into golden, fragrant fried rice—balancing textures and flavors while mastering wok control. This dish represents creativity and resourcefulness in Chinese home cooking, making the most of leftovers with skill and flair. Perfect for beginners or seasoned cooks, you’ll leave with techniques to make restaurant-quality fried rice at home. *A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.