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On Thursday, March 9, 2017, I’ll be leading a cooking class called Austrian Classics for Metro Continuing Education. Ever since I spent a summer cooking and eating my way through Austria, the regional cuisine has been very dear to me.  The several posts I’ve written on the subject are collected here. The description from the Winter … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Austrian Classics →

On Wednesday, March 15, 2017, I will be leading a class for Metro Continuing Education called Irish Food for St. Patrick's Day. This St. Patrick's Day, forget about the green beer and other tacky novelties—instead, learn to prepare some classics of the Irish kitchen. Make soda bread from scratch, cure your own corned beef to be … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Irish Food for St. Patrick’s Day →

On Wednesday, March 22, 2017 I will be leading a class for Metro Continuing Education called Pork Butchery.  A quick synopsis: Buying and cutting whole animals is a fantastic way to pay less for the best quality meat in the province.  Even if you don’t think you’ll ever buy a whole animal and cut it yourself, this … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Pork Butchery →

On Wednesday, April 5, 2017 I'm teaching a class for Metro Continuing Education called Traditional Easter Dinner. Get to the heart of European and North American Easter culinary traditions! Using the timeless techniques of classic cuisine, we will prepare roasts (ham and lamb), make the best scalloped potatoes you've ever eaten (that's a promise!) and … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Traditional Easter Dinner →

On Wednesday, April 26, 2017, I'm going to be teaching a class for Metro Continuing Education called Charcuterie at Home. Curing and smoking your own meat at home is much simpler than you might think. Chef Allan Suddaby will walk you through all the ingredients and equipment required. You’ll learn how to turn fresh pork … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Charcuterie at Home →

On Wednesday, May 24, 2017, I'll be teaching a class for Metro Continuing Education called The Perfect Burger. We're heading into BBQ season—and that means it's time to step up your burger game! In this class, grind high-quality beef and learn the best techniques for shaping tender, flavourful patties. Then prepare your toppings, from homemade … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: The Perfect Burger →

On Wednesday, October 18, 2017, I will be teaching a class for Metro Continuing Education called Charcuterie at Home. Curing and smoking your own meat at home is much simpler than you might think. Chef Allan Suddaby will walk you through all the ingredients and equipment required. You’ll learn how to turn fresh pork belly … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Charcuterie at Home – SOLD OUT →

On Thursday, November 2, 2017 I will be teaching a class for Metro Continuing Education called Introduction to Classic Cocktails. The classic cocktail revival is in full swing in Edmonton. Catch the trend and learn about the history and ingredients of classic cocktails, as well as techniques for mixing like a pro. Develop an appreciation … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Introduction to Classic Cocktails →

On November 15, 2017 I will be leading a cooking class for Metro Continuing Education on sausage making, one of my favourite topics. This class will teach you everything you need to know about making sausage at home form scratch.  Discuss how to source great local meat and then learn how to grind, mix, and … Continue reading Metro Cooking Class: Sausage Making – SOLD OUT →