The Italian Kitchen – Summer Pasta Dinner This classic Italian dinner menu is the perfect meal to serve any day for a special family dinner. In this class, restaurant secrets will be revealed so that pulling off the sophisticated sauces and finishing techniques can easily be duplicated at home. Chef Barbara Sowatsky will teach you to make, roll and cut pasta dough into beautiful fresh pappardelle pasta. You will learn to pull together a sophisticated pan reduction with ease, elegance and little cleanup. In this hands on class you will make Fresh, hand-cut Pappardelle Pasta Saffron Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and Arugula steamed in a Lemon and Garlic White Wine Reduction Enjoyed with: Burrata Salad with Baby Greens, Prosciutto, Pomegranate Seeds and Balsamic Glaze with Grilled Bread Vanilla Panna Cotta with Berries
The Italian Seafood Feast Whether it’s a casual get-together with friends or elegant dinner party, you will use your knowledge gained in our Elegant Italian Seafood Dinner class to impress your guests. In this hands-on class, Chef Iole Aguero will share her favorite seafood recipes just perfect for entertaining. Chef Iole will teach you what to look for when buying seafood, share her tips for easy preparations you can do at home with confidence, and show you her secrets to fresh artisan pasta. In this Elegant Italian Seafood Dinner class you will be Greeted with Marinated Mussels, crusty bread and glass of wineYou will make: Marinated Mussels, crusty bread Fresh Handmade Fettuccine Pasta with Lobster, Prawns and Heirloom Sugar Plum Tomato Sauce Served with a Lemon Tart for dessert
Teens at Whisk – Taste of Italy Classes are designed for teens ages 13 and up! Monday, July 25th TO Friday, July 29th From 2:00 PM TO 4:00 PM, Everyday Come spend the week immersed in Italian Cuisine with Chef Jennifer Berry. Each day your teen will focus on one course of a traditional Italian Meal as they learn to make classic Italian food from various regions. As you venture through the week you will practice knife skills, make pasta, pizza , sausage and several amazing sauces to top your creations. In addition you will learn about yeast doughs the 3 step breading process, emulsification, grilling and finish the week with desserts. Each day you will learn a little history, practice your skills and enjoy a delicious Italian meal. Monday Day 1- Aperitivo & Antipasti Fontina Fonduta (fondue) with assorted Crudité Tomato Basil Bruschetta Fritto Misto with Calabrian Chili Aioli Tuesday Day 2- Primi Part 1 Homemade Egg Pasta Fettuccine with Alfredo Sauce 4 Cheese Ravioli with Lemon Butter SauceWednesday Day 3- Primi Part 2 Pizza al Taglio (Roman) Pizza Dough Roasted Garlic Tomato Sauce Homemade Fennel Sausage Thursday Day 4 – Secondi & Contorni Chicken Parmesan Perfect Marinara Grilled Caesar Salad with Homemade CroutonsFriday Day 5 – Dolce Butterscotch Budino No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream Sea Salt Blondies No prior cooking experience is required, just an interest to learn. For safety reasons, please tie long hair back and wear closed-toed shoes. Students will be working with flour, butter and eggs, and so we cannot accommodate students with allergies to working with gluten, dairy or eggs. We will follow current king country covid guidelines
PRIVATE EVENT PRIVATE 16th Birthday Alexandra & Friends with Jen Lemon Ricotta Ravioli< kale Salad, Zeppoles
Wine Paired 3 Course Gnocchi Dinner Chef and Sommelier Bonnie McPike brings us an unforgettable 3-course dinner menu in this hands on class utilizing seasonal ingredients with a creative twist. A perfect start for a winter menu for a small gathering or a party paired with 3 International Wines. The menu is one that will become the highlight of your entertaining! Join us and and make : Chicory Salad with Pomegranate Seeds, Oranges, and Marcona Almonds Potato Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream Sauce and Crispy Sage Leaves Olive Oil Chocolate Mousse with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream All paired with 3 International Wines picked by Bonnie Meet Chef Bonnie: Chef Bonnie McPike is the owner of Bonnie Rae Catering and has over a decade of experience as a private chef, caterer and event manager. Her passion for cooking has led her to work in kitchens all over the world from Manhattan’s Michelin-starred to McLaren Vale, Australia and now Seattle. Her work in Seattle is focused on helping CEOs, professional athletes and busy families reach their health and wellness goals through healthy eating and hands-on coaching. She also has a passion for wine and is a certified sommelier through the Sommelier Society of America.
Kids in the Kitchen – Cucina Italiana This 5-day camp is designed for kids ages 8 to 12. MONDAY, June 27th to FRIDAY, July 1st From 10:00 AM Tt 12:00 PM, Everyday In this week-long camp, Chef Iole Aguero Limonciello will inspire your child to experience both the culture and cuisine from all over Italy. From fresh pasta with various sauces to calzones, pizza and desserts, she will immerse your child in the different ingredients and flavor profiles found in Italian kitchens everywhere. Our skilled culinary team will assist each day as your child practices knife skills and becomes familiar with everyday kitchen equipment. Monday: Filled Pasta Cheese Tortellini with alfredo sauce Ravioli with brown butter sauceTuesday: Pizza & Calzone Pizza with a variety of topping Calzones stuffed with ricotta and mozzarellaWednesday: Spaghetti & Meatballs Spaghetti with beef & pork meatballs in marinara sauce with a simple saladThursday: Pasta Shapes Galore Bow Tie with fresh tomato & basil Fettuccine with pesto Tagliolini, Pappardelle & Angel Hair coated with butter & cheese (Italian Mac ‘n Cheese)Friday: Desserts Crostata di Limone (Lemon Tart) Polenta Plum Cake No Bake Cheesecake All classes are taught by a culinary professional with 2 adult assistants. No prior cooking experience is required, just an interest to learn. For safety reasons, please tie long hair back and wear closed-toed shoes. We will follow current King County Guidelines regarding COVID. Allergies or dietary restrictions may be accommodated – just let us know upon registration.
Teens at Whisk – Taste of Italy Classes are designed for teens ages 13 and up! MONDAY, June 27th TO FRIDAY, July 1st From 2:00 PM TO 4:00 PM, Everyday Come spend the week immersed in Italian Cuisine with Chef Jennifer Berry. Each day your teen will focus on one course of a traditional Italian Meal as they learn to make classic Italian food from various regions. As you venture through the week you will practice knife skills, make pasta, pizza , sausage and several amazing sauces to top your creations. In addition you will learn about yeast doughs the 3 step breading process, emulsification, grilling and finish the week with desserts. Each day you will learn a little history, practice your skills and enjoy a delicious Italian meal. We will make: Monday Day 1- Aperitivo & Antipasti Fontina Fonduta (fondue) with assorted Crudité Tomato Basil Bruschetta Fritto Misto with Calabrian Chili Aioli Tuesday Day 2- Primi Part 1 Homemade Egg Pasta Fettuccine with Alfredo Sauce 4 Cheese Ravioli with Lemon Butter SauceWednesday Day 3- Primi Part 2 Pizza al Taglio (Roman) Pizza Dough Roasted Garlic Tomato Sauce Homemade Fennel Sausage Thursday Day 4 – Secondi & Contorni Chicken Parmesan Perfect Marinara Grilled Caesar Salad with Homemade CroutonsFriday Day 5 – Dolce Butterscotch Budino No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream Sea Salt Blondies No prior cooking experience is required, just an interest to learn. For safety reasons, please tie long hair back and wear closed-toed shoes. Students will be working with flour, butter and eggs, and so we cannot accommodate students with allergies to working with gluten, dairy or eggs. We will follow current King Country Covid Guidelines
Kids in the Kitchen – Around the World This camp is designed for kids ages 8 to 12 years old. MONDAY, August 8th THROUGH FRIDAY, August 12th Class runs 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Everyday In this 5-day hands-on cooking series, Chef Drew Flanders will inspire your child to experience foods from around the globe. We will discuss, cook and taste famous foods from around the world, while learning a bit about geography, and exploring the different ingredients and flavor profiles. Each day, we will create delicious recipes from the “Region of the Day” as our skilled culinary team assists, as you practice knife skills and become more familiar with everyday kitchen equipment. Pack your food passport and experience a different destination every day!Monday – Middle East Chicken Kabobs, Hummus with Grilled Flatbread and VeggiesTuesday – Italy Handmade Pasta with fresh Tomato Sauce and a Caesar Salad with Homemade CroutonsWednesday – Vietnam Pork (or Tofu) Banh Mi, Lettuce Wraps with ShrimpThursday – Mexico Chicken and Black Bean Quesadillas, Grilled Corn SaladFriday – Argentina Grilled Steak with Chimichurri, Grilled Veggies and Potatoes All classes are taught by a Culinary Professional, with 2 adult assistants. No prior experience required, just an interest to learn. Please tie long hair back, wear closed toed shoes and a mask. We are following current King County Covid protocols.
Taste of Italy – Pasta Night – Hand Formed Filled Pastas There is something magical about the transformation of flour and egg yolk to forkfuls of tender fresh pasta in the matter of minutes. In this super fun hands-on class, Chef Jennifer Berry will take you step-by-step through floured hands to finished-plate as you make your own hand formed stuffed pastas. In this class we will head to Piedmont where we will make Agnolotti, “little pillows”, stuffed with creamy squash served in a delicate brown butter and sage sauce. Then we will head to Emilia with a rich meat-filled Tortellini that are simmered in parmesan broth. Once you have mastered the basics of making fresh pasta dough, and filling and shaping you will have the know-how to create endless variations at home. Your Menu for the evening includes: Spring Vegetable Bagna Cauda (Vegetables warmed in Anchovy Olive Oil) Agnolotti con Burro e Salvia (Butternut squash in Brown Butter Sage Sauce) Tortellini in Brodo (Meat filled, simmered in Parmesan Broth) Served with wine, Salute! About Jennifer: Jennifer is a culinary arts instructor, private chef and recipe developer, she is a graduate of The Seattle Culinary Academy where she is also a part time instructor. Jennifer has over a decade of restaurant experience working under Jonathan Sundstrom at Lark Seattle. Jennifer spent her early life in the kitchen with her grandmother making homemade pasta, foraging for blackberries and using up every leftover available. Her food is heavily influenced by her Italian family and the seasonal bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Jennifer recently started a food blog to document her family’s traditions and the foods she has created for them, you can follow her @chefjenskitchen.