Classic Cooking Academy - An Arizona Culinary School

Pizza-Making Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-04-07 10:00 - 12:30 UTC
Our Chef Instructor will teach you about the essentials of pizza dough (including a discussion of yeast, gluten, flour choices) and homemade sauces. Class attendees will enter the kitchen to handle the dough, top their personal pizza with sauce and toppings, and sit down to enjoy their creations with fresh salads and Italian dessert. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer while learning and dining!
Appetizer: Spinach Salad showcasing Glazed Pear, Toasted Walnuts, and Herb Infused Vinaigrette
Dessert: Limoncello Mascarpone Cake

FAQ’s:

Pizza-Making Classes are held on Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and include all ingredients, pizza/salad/dessert, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal discounts. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a complete demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. For their individual pizzas, students will use dough pre-made by the Chef Instructor due to the time needed for the dough to rise and rest.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Flavors of Italy - Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-04-06 18:30 - 21:00
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability
Experience the art of fine food and drink with this fun, hands-on cooking class, designed to introduce participants to multicultural cuisines and high quality food preparations.
MENU:
Scallop & Pesto Ravioli
Chicken Piccata with Creamy Polenta
Green Beans with Sage & Hazelnuts
Orange Almond Cake with Mascarpone Mousse
FAQ’s:

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on Fridays, 6:30 – 9 p.m., and include all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 24 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will divide into small groups, and each group will work on preparing a different aspect of the menu. Once the menu is complete, students will sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Practical Series Week 12 (04/06/18)
2018-04-06 13:00 - 15:30
FISH
Filet with Vegetable Mosaic
Bouillabaisse
This class is part of a 24 week series. No vouchers accepted

Practical Series Week 24 (04/06/18)
2018-04-06 09:00 - 11:30
Week 24 CHOCOLATE Tempering, Mousses, Sorberts

Practical Series Week 12 (04/05/18)
2018-04-05 18:30 - 21:00

Pastry Series Week 10 (04/04/18)
2018-04-04 18:30 - 21:00
This is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers will be accepted for registration,
Yeast Dough – Buttermilk Yeast Rolls, Cinnamon Rolls

Team Building Event (04/04/18)
2018-04-04 17:30 - 20:30

Practical Series Week 24 (04/03/18)
2018-04-03 18:30 - 21:00

Team Building Event (04/03/18)
2018-04-03 18:00 - 21:00, 2018-04-03 13:00 - 16:00

After School Cooking Class (04/02/18)
2018-04-02 16:00 - 18:00
SESSION FOUR BEGINS APRIL 2ND AND RUNS THROUGH MAY 7TH
Like to cook or want to learn how? Join our after-school cooking classes and whip up a delicious dinner! Students will prepare the menu and then sit down together and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Basic as well as more advanced cooking techniques will be included for all levels of skill. Available to ages 8-17.
MENU- Southern Comfort
Ground Lamb Sliders with Creamy Yogurt Sauce
Carrot Raisin Salad
Banana Pudding
FAQ:

After-School Cooking Classes are held on Mondays, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., and include all supplies, ingredients and beverages.
$200 for 6-week session, or $40 per individual class. Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time for fee refund.
Classes WILL NOT be held on School Holidays.
A Medical authorization form must be on file for each student. Download the MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION FORM
Menus vary each class. Students will prepare the meal and sit down and eat together. A copy of the recipes will be available to take home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Happy Easter!
2018-04-01 08:00 - 17:00

Five-Course Wine Dinner (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-31 17:00 - 19:30
About:
Our wine expert will guide you through this informative and delicious five-course tasting dinner paired with wine.
Menu:

Indian Corn Chowder
House-made Fettuccine with Carbonara Sauce
Duck Breast with Pomegranate Sauce and Glazed Carrots
Braised Short Ribs in Merlot with Creamy Polenta
Orange Salad with Orange Mousse and Candied Zest

What to Expect:

This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstration.
Our sommelier or wine expert will lead the class. They will lecture about the bottle and answer any general questions you may have. The Chef will talk about the food pairings.
This is a five course tasting menu. We will serve five small portions of all of the menu items – each paired with a two ounce pour of wine.
Gratuity is not included in the class price. If you kindly wish to leave our staff a tip, they will split all gratuity left among the instructor, assistant, server, and dish washer.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal discounts. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
To make a reservation call (480) 502-0177 or e-mail info@ccacademy.edu

Pizza-Making Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-31 10:00 - 12:30
Please call 480-502-1077 to inquire about waitlist availability.

Our Chef Instructor will teach you about the essentials of pizza dough (including a discussion of yeast, gluten, flour choices) and homemade sauces. Class attendees will enter the kitchen to handle the dough, top their personal pizza with sauce and toppings, and sit down to enjoy their creations with fresh salads and Italian dessert. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer while learning and dining!
Appetizer: Spinach Salad showcasing Glazed Pear, Toasted Walnuts, and Herb Infused Vinaigrette
Dessert: Limoncello Mascarpone Cake

FAQ’s:

Pizza-Making Classes are held on Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and include all ingredients, pizza/salad/dessert, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal discounts. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a complete demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. For their individual pizzas, students will use dough pre-made by the Chef Instructor due to the time needed for the dough to rise and rest.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Spanish Tapas - Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-30 18:30 - 21:00
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability
Experience the art of fine food and drink with this fun, hands-on cooking class, designed to introduce participants to multicultural cuisines and high quality food preparations.
MENU:
Chile-Cumin Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt & Cucumber
Mojo Pican Pork Skewers
Shrimp Salad Stuffed Sweet Peppers
Spanish Onion & Potato Torta
Spanish Crumble Cakes and Catanies (Cocoa Almonds)
FAQ’s:

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on Fridays, 6:30 – 9 p.m., and include all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 24 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will divide into small groups, and each group will work on preparing a different aspect of the menu. Once the menu is complete, students will sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Practical Series Week 11 (03/30/18)
2018-03-30 13:00 - 15:30
FISH
Sauteed – Filet
Stewed – Squid
Poached – Salmon
Deboned – Flounder, Cream Sauce
This class is part of a 24 week series. No vouchers accepted

Practical Series Week 23 (03/30/18)
2018-03-30 09:00 - 11:30
Week 23 DESSERT Cookies, Lemon Curd

Practical Series Week 11 (03/29/18)
2018-03-29 18:30 - 21:00

Pastry Series Week 9 (03/28/18)
2018-03-28 18:30 - 21:00
This is part of a 12 Week Series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers will be accepted for registration.
Large Cakes – Queen of Sheba, Marjolaine

Team Building Event (03/28/18)
2018-03-28 18:00 - 21:00

Practical Series Week 23 (03/27/18)
2018-03-27 18:30 - 21:00

Easter Dinner - Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-26 18:30 - 21:00
Experience the art of fine food and drink with this fun, hands-on cooking class, designed to introduce participants to multicultural cuisines and high quality food preparations.
MENU
Asparagus Spinach Soup
Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits
Rack of Lamb
Braised Bok Choy with Sherry and Prosciutto
Potato Croquettes
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisps
FAQ’s:

This Gourmet Cooking Class is held on Monday, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m., and includes all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 24 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will divide into small groups, and each group will work on preparing a different aspect of the menu. Once the menu is complete, students will sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Mediterranean Cuisine (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-25 16:00 - 18:30
In this dynamic hands-on cooking class, based upon the food culture of those living along the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll prepare creative, health-conscious dishes that feature the regions most familiar ingredients.
MENU
Crostini w/ Garlicky Whipped Goat Cheese & Roasted Red Peppers
Green Olive-Crusted Leg of Lamb with Caponata Vegetables & Couscous
Torta di Semolino w/ Fresh Berry Sauce
FAQ’s:

Mediterranean Cuisine Classes are held on select Sundays, 4 – 6:30 p.m., and include all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will divide into small groups, and each group will work on preparing a different aspect of the menu. Once the menu is complete, students will sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Sunday Brunch (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-25 10:00 - 12:30
The perfect way to spend a Sunday out with friends, or fun for the entire family! Let our Chef instructor guide you through a sweet and savory menu of breakfast and lunch dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Upon exiting the kitchen, you’ll sit down all together and enjoy the meal. Learn new skills that you can apply to your daily breakfasts, or even host your own brunch at home! Coffee and mimosas included.
MENU
Goat Cheese Omelette w/ Fresh Herb Salad
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
Baked Strawberry French Toast

WHAT TO EXPECT

The class will begin with a Chef demonstration. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will work in small groups. Each group will be in charge of completing different aspects of the menu, and you will work together to complete the entire menu.
Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Please wear close-toed shoes, and tie long hair back.
Gratuity is not included in the class price. If you would like to leave our staff a tip, they will split all gratuity left among the instructor, assistant, server, and dish washer.

Five-Course Wine Dinner (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-24 17:00 - 19:30
About:
Our wine expert will guide you through this informative and delicious five-course tasting dinner paired with wine.
Menu:

Mussels “Escargot Style”
Atlantic Bourride & Aioli Toast
Salmon with Leek & Potato Broth
Pork Tenderloin with Port and Roquefort Cheese
Mascarpone-Lemon Mousse w/ Blueberries & Shortbread

What to Expect:

This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstration.
Our sommelier or wine expert will lead the class. They will lecture about the bottle and answer any general questions you may have. The Chef will talk about the food pairings.
This is a five course tasting menu. We will serve five small portions of all of the menu items – each paired with a two ounce pour of wine.
Gratuity is not included in the class price. If you kindly wish to leave our staff a tip, they will split all gratuity left among the instructor, assistant, server, and dish washer.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal discounts. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
To make a reservation call (480) 502-0177 or e-mail info@ccacademy.edu

Pizza-Making Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-24 10:00 - 12:30
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability.

Our Chef Instructor will teach you about the essentials of pizza dough (including a discussion of yeast, gluten, flour choices) and homemade sauces. Class attendees will enter the kitchen to handle the dough, top their personal pizza with sauce and toppings, and sit down to enjoy their creations with fresh salads and Italian dessert. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer while learning and dining!
Appetizer: Chopped Salad using Local Greens, Fruits, Almonds, and Spicy Honey Mustard Dressing
Dessert: Cannoli piped with Sweet Ricotta Cream and capped with Pistachios

FAQ’s:

Pizza-Making Classes are held on select Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and include all ingredients, pizza/salad/dessert, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 20 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal discounts. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a complete demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. For their individual pizzas, students will use dough pre-made by the Chef Instructor due to the time needed for the dough to rise and rest.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

West Coast Kitchen - Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2018-03-23 18:30 - 21:00
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability
Experience the art of fine food and drink with this fun, hands-on cooking class, designed to introduce participants to multicultural cuisines and high quality food preparations.
MENU:
Clam Chowder with Sourdough Croutons
Kale Caesar Salad
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Strawberry Cheesecake Profiteroles
FAQ’s:

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on Fridays, 6:30 – 9 p.m., and include all ingredients, wine, beer, soda and water. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
Class is limited to 24 students. Reservations are based on First Come-First Serve basis. Call (480) 502-0177 or write Info@CCAcademy.edu to register.
$100 per person. Call to inquire about seasonal specials. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time.
Class begins with a demonstration and discussion by the Chef Instructor. The Chef Instructor will go over each aspect of the menu. You will divide into small groups, and each group will work on preparing a different aspect of the menu. Once the menu is complete, students will sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Gratuity is not included in the per-person fee. If you kindly wish to leave a tip, it will be split among all staff including the Chef Instructor, Server, Assistant and Dishwasher.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Team Building (03/23/18)
2018-03-23 13:00 - 16:00

Practical Series Week 10 (03/23/18)
2018-03-23 13:00 - 15:30
VEGETABLES
Grilled (Eggplant w/Goat Cheese)
Stewed (Ratatouille)
This class is part of a 24 week series. No vouchers accepted

Practical Series Week 22 (03/23/18)
2018-03-23 09:00 - 11:30
Week 22 PASTRY Creams – Pastry, Bavarian, Gelatine, Buttercream Cake assembley
