Take your pick of cooking classes and demonstrations this weekend . . .
THURSDAY, MAY 13
Mexican Cultural Institute Presents Mexican Table 2010 with Patricia Jinich: Cooking with Chiles and Flowers
Have you ever wondered what happens when you combine edible flowers andchiles? Mexican cuisine can tell you a lot about this combination! Come learn about the edible side of exotic flowers and the wondrous depth of a variety of chiles. You will be surprised: Not all that you can make with chiles is spicy... Watch an entertaining demonstration, followed by a sumptuous dinner with fresh cheese and squash blossom quesadillas and Giant shrimp in a Hibiscus flower mole sauce, accompanied with wine, beer and music. As a souvenir, take home the recipes as well as some ingredients to get you started.
6:30pm. $70 per person.
2829 16th Street, NW.
For reservations and information, call 202.728.1628.
FRIDAY, MAY 14
L'Auberge Chez Francois Presents “Love Begins in the Kitchen/Lewd Food” Series: Peppers
Join Chef Jacques Haeringer at the award winning L’Auberge Chez Francois for an entertaining cooking demonstration and delightful meal. In this lesson, you will explore the history and erotic lore of the world's most alluring spice, pepper. Jacques will share his passion for classic and contemporary French cuisine and teach expert cooking techniques and tricks of the trade followed by fine food and wine. Each cooking event includes a demonstration hosted by Chef Jacques, followed by a five-course luncheon, paired with three fine wines, selected by L’Auberge Chez Francois’s sommelier, Paul Haeringer. A Vintner will be on hand to present and discuss each wine paring.
7:00pm. $125 per person.
332 Springvale Road, Great Falls, Virginia.
For reservations and information, call 703.759.3800.
SATURDAY, MAY 15
Patowmack Farm Presents Cooking Class: "Spanish Tapas"
Learn how to use some of Spain’s wonderful products, such as saffron, seafood, garlic and heady smoked paprika. You will learn the classics, followed by a chance to savor your creations and enjoy a glass of wine.
10:00am-1:00pm. $65 per person.
42461 Lovettsville Road, Lovettsville, Virginia.
For reservations and information, call 540.822.9017.
SATURDAY, MAY 15
Mon Ami Gabi Bethesda Presents "French Classics" Cooking Class
Executive Chef Andrew Fleischauer presents an interactive demonstration and teaches you how to prepare the Seasonal Classics; Spring Asparagus Soup with Lemon Creme Fraiche, Classic Whole Roasted Chicken with Tender Spring Peas & Pearl Onions and Warm Flourless Chocolate Cake! You and your friends will indulge in these classics while enjoying a French wine tasting.
10:00am-12:00pm. $40 per person.
7239 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland.
For reservations and information, call 301.654.1234.
Enjoy!
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