Nutritional Series – Week 5 (10/10/22)
2022-10-10 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
Week 5 – Healthy Desserts

Lecture Portion: (20-30 Minutes)

The lecture will consist of an explanation of diet restrictions, substitutions, and techniques when it comes to healthier desserts. Each group will be baking and make all three desserts: a low to no sugar option, a gluten free option, and a dairy free option.

Menu:

Low Sugar Banana Bread
Gluten Free: Candied Orange Supreme with Vanilla Ice Cream and Shaved Chocolate
Dairy Free: Lemon Olive Oil Cake served with a Berry Compote

About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a look at the nutritional side of the kitchen and dining table. Hosted by Chef Andrew Schmidt, the Nutritional Series will educate students on health trends, nourishing concepts, proper techniques, and more! This series is open to all skill-levels, targeting those who have little to no nutritional experience or those who wish to improve their current skillset.
Cost:
The Nutritional Series is $420.00 for all six weeks of classes. Students may not sign up for individual classes. No chef jacket fee is added for this program.
Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the Nutritional Series webpage.

Practical Series – Week 3 (10/11/22)
2022-10-11 18:30 - 21:00
Practical Series – Topic:

Soups

Consommé
Vegetable: Clear, Puréed

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your initial deposit of $550.00 plus the $40.00 chef jacket fee. You can pay the deposit via two ways:
Use the PayPal button for your intended session by visiting the main Practical Series page.
Contact our staff to discuss financials. Our contact info can be found below.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

If you still need to enroll, fill out our Enrollment Agreement and send it to us via email or in-person.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Private Event (10/12/22)
2022-10-12 18:00 - 20:30
Space reserved for corporate event.

Pastry Series – Week 6 (10/12/22)
2022-10-12 18:30 - 21:00
Pastry Series Weekly Topic – Cake Methods

Chiffon Cake
Lady Fingers
Devil’s Sponge Cake

About:
Consider yourself a chef with a sweet tooth? Put your skills to the test in our 12-week Pastry Series! With topics covering cakes, pies, tarts, breads, creams, chocolates, and so much more, this class is as tantalizing as it is appetizing. Hosted by Chef Susan Kolman, you will get a professional look inside the pastry world.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Pastry Series – $1,250.00
Payment Plan of Pastry Series – Deposit of $275.00 and then three payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your deposit a week before the Pastry Series begins. Your deposit must be received by our staff at the time of registration. You can place your deposit:

On our main Pastry Series page here.
Contact our staff by phone (480-502-0177) or email (info@ccacademy.edu).

Logistics:

This class is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers accepted for registration.
Students will be learning both techniques of cooking and the specificities of adhering to pastry recipes. As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil. We will hand out recipes for all respective dishes.
To enroll, please fill out our enrollment agreement and send it to us via email or in-person. A deposit must also be received by our staff at the time of registration.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.
If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. If you need to make up this class from a previous Pastry Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu. If you miss one or multiple Pastry Series classes, you can make them up in either a concurrent Pastry Series session or a future Pastry Series session.
To view the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Private Event (10/13/22)
2022-10-13 11:00 - 13:30
School is booked for corporate event.

Team Building Event (10/13/22)
2022-10-13 18:00 - 21:00
Space reserved for a large corporate event.

Practical Series – Week 3 (10/14/22)
2022-10-14 09:00 - 11:30
Practical Series – Topic:

Soups

Consommé
Vegetable: Clear, Puréed

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your initial deposit of $550.00 plus the $40.00 chef jacket fee. You can pay the deposit via two ways:
Use the PayPal button for your intended session by visiting the main Practical Series page.
Contact our staff to discuss financials. Our contact info can be found below.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

If you still need to enroll, fill out our Enrollment Agreement and send it to us via email or in-person.
Class starts at 9:00am sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Gourmet Cooking Class – French Fare (10/14/22)
2022-10-14 18:30 - 21:00
Menu – French Fare:

Steamed Mussels with Leeks and White Wine
Roasted Rack of Lamb
French Fries
Tomato Provençale
Crème Brûlée

About:
Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and meet the chefs who go over each item on the menu. After our staff covers what each table will be cooking, guests split up among the tables to prepare one dish of their choosing. At the end, our chefs take over the kitchen, while guests return to the dining room and are served a delectable three-course dinner complete with an appetizer, entrée, and dessert.
More Info:

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on select Fridays, 6:30 – 9:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Gourmet Cooking Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
This class will be led by Chef Sharon Lunardi.

PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER.

Specialty Wine Dinner (10/15/22)
2022-10-15 17:00 - 19:30
Specialty Wine Dinner – About:
Classic Cooking is pleased to offer another Specialty Wine Dinner on Saturday, October 15th, 2022! Join us for this deluxe version of our regular Five Course Wine Dinners which we will feature exclusive fine wines craftily paired with a five-course menu.
Cost: $100 per person. Dinner starts at 5:00 pm. To check for availability, please call (480-502-0177) or email (info@ccacademy.edu).
Menu – Central & South American:
First Course:
Dish: Mexican Street Corn Chowder with Homemade Tortilla Chips

Wine: TBD
Second Course:
Dish: Chilean Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pickled Red Onion & Avocado

Wine: TBD
Third Course:
Dish: Nicaraguan Pollo Asado with Rice and Beans

Wine: TBD
Fourth Course:
Dish: Argentinian Hanger Steak with Chimichurri, Grilled Portobellos, Peppers and Fried Potatoes

Wine: TBD
Fifth Course:
Dish: Venezuelan Passion Fruit Flan with Spicy Chocolate Shortbread Cookie

Wine: TBD
The Sommelier – Kevin Karwowski:

Born and raised in Indianapolis, Kevin studied at Purdue University before moving to the Valley of the Sun in 2002. He decided to turn his passion for all beverages into a career when he started his first full-time job at a large wine retailer in 2005. Since 2012, Kevin has been the Italian wine import portfolio manager for Quail Distributing and has been a prominent partner and fervent supporter of Classic Cooking ever since.
Click here for more info on Kevin’s company Quail Distributing.
More Info:

Cost: $100 per person.
Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time for a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.
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 wines and answer any questions you may have, and the Chef will discuss 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.

PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER.

Sunday Brunch (CANCELLED)
2022-10-16 11:00 - 13:30
Menu – Holiday Ideas:

Fresh Berries with Mint and Lemon Curd in Phyllo Cups
Blueberry French Toast Casserole with Maple Whipped Cream
Homemade Granola Yogurt Parfaits
Crisp Potato Rosti
Chocolate Orange Mousse

About:
You’ve enjoyed brunch in the past before. Why not cook your own this time? Join us as we work together to cook the ultimate late morning spread! Students will create today’s meal using ingredients prepared by our chefs. After everything is fully cooked, students will get to enjoy the fruits of their labor in a brunch buffet. Complimentary coffee and mimosas will also be served.
More Info:

Sunday Brunches are held on select Sundays, 11am – 1:30pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 PER PERSON. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Sunday Brunch Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 11am sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get a feel over who may be teaching this class.

THIS CLASS HAS UNFORTUNATELY BEEN CANCELLED. CLASSIC COOKING WILL BE REACHING OUT TO PRIOR APPLICANTS SHORTLY REGARDING CREDIT AND REFUNDS.

Nutritional Series – Week 6 (10/17/22)
2022-10-17 18:30 - 21:00
Week 6 – Vegetarian/Vegan

Lecture Portion (30-40 mins)

Plant-based diets are renowned for their health-promoting benefits. Yet, many people are confused about what to eat and how to properly combine, as well as prepare, plant-based foods for optimizing health. This class will teach you how to easily prepare vegetable-forward, meatless, accessible and delicious dishes.

Menu:

Starters/Soups/Salads:

Golden Beet, Apple and Arugula Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Roasted Mexican Street Carrots
Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto with Vegan Parmesan

Main Course:

Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Lemon Aioli

Dessert:

Avocado, Banana, and Coconut Cream Chocolate Pudding

About:
Join us in this six-week program as we take a look at the nutritional side of the kitchen and dining table. Hosted by Chef Andrew Schmidt, the Nutritional Series will educate students on health trends, nourishing concepts, proper techniques, and more! This series is open to all skill-levels, targeting those who have little to no nutritional experience or those who wish to improve their current skillset.
Cost:
The Nutritional Series is $420.00 for all six weeks of classes. Students may not sign up for individual classes. No chef jacket fee is added for this program.
Register:
Click here to register using the PayPal button on the Nutritional Series webpage.

Private Event (10/18/22)
2022-10-18 11:30 - 14:00
Space reserved for corporate cooking class.

Team Building (10/18/22)
2022-10-18 17:00 - 20:30
School is booked for a corporate event.

Team Building (10/19/22)
2022-10-19 17:30 - 20:30
School booked for a large corporate event.

Team Building (10/20/22)
2022-10-20 13:00 - 15:30

Pastry Class - Fall Tart Favorites (CANCELLED)
2022-10-22 10:00 - 13:00
Menu:

Short Dough (Pâte Sucrée)
Apricot Frangipane Tart with Cranberries and Honeyed Pistachios
Florentine Chocolate Tart

About:
For the debonair baker who has the savoir-faire!
Students will work together in this hands-on class, led by the instructor. Participants will work in groups up to 4 on all the recipes (unless otherwise noted). Expect to be standing, cooking or baking and engaged for most of the class, following the instructors lecture and/or demo. After class students will enjoy a generous taste of every dish along with refreshments and will be able to ask questions about the class.

(If you would like to take your food home with you, please bring your own to-go containers.)
More Info:

Pastry Classes are held on select Saturdays, 10am – 1:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you are subject to forfeiture of any payments made to this class or voucher usage.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Pastry Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 10am sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get a feel over who may be teaching this class.

THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED. WE WILL REACH OUT TO PRIOR APPLICANTS TO DISCUSS REFUNDS.

Wine 101 (10/22/22)
2022-10-22 14:00 - 16:00
Wine 101 – About:
Tasting wine is more than swirling, sniffing and swilling! In this class you will learn the basic skills of tasting a wine the way experts are trained as part of their Wine and Spirits Education certifications.
The Wine 101 class will go through the four-part wine process in-depth:

Appearance
Nose
Taste
Conclusion

Guests will be able to enjoy complimentary glasses of wine to analyze and enjoy. (Exact wines will be posted soon.) We will also provide a charcuterie board for guests.
This class is a must for anyone who wants to kickstart or improve their wine tasting skills!
Instructor – Lisa Utano:

This wine series will be hosted by Lisa Utano, CSW. Lisa is a Certified Specialist of Wine with the Society of Wine Educators and has been studying and attending conferencing with the organization for over 12 years.
She has also worked with the school as the Wine Expert for their wine paired dinners, presenting and educating the guests on the wines served for the evening. Her passion for wine has led her to travel to many of the world’s wine regions.
More Info:

Cost: $70 per person.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstrative.
We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative class or event.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
The class starts at 2:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothing.

CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER!

Five Course Wine Dinner (CANCELLED)
2022-10-22 17:00 - 19:30
Menu:

Cauliflower and Curry Soup
Shrimp Ravioli in Wonton Wrapper with Soy Butter Sauce
Pork Tenderloin with Fennel and Leeks
Rack of Lamb with Ratatouille Niçoise
Pavlova with Fresh Fruit

About:
One of our few classes that does not incorporate hands-on cooking. Instead, guests sit down, meet our chef(s) and sommelier, and enjoy a five-course tasting menu with specially paired wines. With each course, our head chef will talk about the food, while our sommelier will discuss the wine’s taste, variety, background, and vintage.
More Info:

Five-Course Wine Dinners are held on select Saturdays, 5:00 – 7:30pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
This class is not a cooking class. There is no portion of the class that is hands-on or demonstrative.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Five-Course Wine Dinner.
Class size is limited to 36 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Dinner starts at 5:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothing.
If interested, students are more than welcome to ask for the recipes of the dishes that they will enjoy tonight.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get a feel over who may be teaching this class.

THIS DINNER HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE WILL REACH OUT TO PRIOR APPLICANTS TO DISCUSS REFUNDS.

Mediterranean Class - Notte D'Italiano (TWO SPOTS LEFT!)
2022-10-23 16:00 - 18:30
Menu – Notte D’Italiano:

Mushroom Agnolotti with Creamy Tomato Sauce
Pork alla Milanese with Arugula and Cherry Tomato Salad
Grilled Vegetable Medley
Creamy Polenta
Whipped Mascarpone and Lemon Mousse served with Savoiardi (Ladyfinger) Cookies

About:
Mediterranean food doesn’t limit itself to a single country; it is a cuisine that spans over three continents and hundreds of cultures. This class aims to find the perfect combination of Mediterranean dishes. Like most of our stand-alone cooking classes, guests will come in, enjoy complimentary beverages, meet the chef(s), go over the menus, split up to cook the dish of their choosing, and enjoy their spoils at the end of the night.
More Info:

Mediterranean Cuisine Classes are held on select Sundays, 4:00 – 6:30pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you are subject to forfeiture of any payments made to this class.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Cooking Class.
Class size is limited to 16 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 4:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
Take a look at our staff and instructors page to get a feel over who may be teaching this class.

ONLY TWO SPOTS LEFT! CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER!

Practical Series – Week 4 (10/25/22)
2022-10-25 18:30 - 21:00
Practical Series – Topic:

Soups

Chowder
Minestrone
Onion Soup

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your initial deposit of $550.00 plus the $40.00 chef jacket fee. You can pay the deposit via two ways:
Use the PayPal button for your intended session by visiting the main Practical Series page.
Contact our staff to discuss financials. Our contact info can be found below.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

If you still need to enroll, fill out our Enrollment Agreement and send it to us via email or in-person.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Team Building Event (10/26/22)
2022-10-26 17:00 - 20:00
Space reserved for corporate team building event.

Pastry Series – Week 7 (10/26/22)
2022-10-26 18:30 - 21:00
Pastry Series Weekly Topic – Mousses/Gelatin

Fruit Mousse
Chocolate Mousse
Bavarian (Charlotte Russe)
Lemon Curd

About:
Consider yourself a chef with a sweet tooth? Put your skills to the test in our 12-week Pastry Series! With topics covering cakes, pies, tarts, breads, creams, chocolates, and so much more, this class is as tantalizing as it is appetizing. Hosted by Chef Susan Kolman, you will get a professional look inside the pastry world.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Pastry Series – $1,250.00
Payment Plan of Pastry Series – Deposit of $275.00 and then three payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your deposit a week before the Pastry Series begins. Your deposit must be received by our staff at the time of registration. You can place your deposit:

On our main Pastry Series page here.
Contact our staff by phone (480-502-0177) or email (info@ccacademy.edu).

Logistics:

This class is part of a 12 week series, and classes cannot be registered for individually. No vouchers accepted for registration.
Students will be learning both techniques of cooking and the specificities of adhering to pastry recipes. As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil. We will hand out recipes for all respective dishes.
To enroll, please fill out our enrollment agreement and send it to us via email or in-person. A deposit must also be received by our staff at the time of registration.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.
If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. If you need to make up this class from a previous Pastry Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu. If you miss one or multiple Pastry Series classes, you can make them up in either a concurrent Pastry Series session or a future Pastry Series session.
To view the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Team Building Event (10/27/22)
2022-10-27 10:00 - 13:00
Space reserved for private team building event.

Practical Series – Week 4 (10/28/22)
2022-10-28 09:00 - 11:30
Practical Series – Topic:

Soups

Chowder
Minestrone
Onion Soup

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your initial deposit of $550.00 plus the $40.00 chef jacket fee. You can pay the deposit via two ways:
Use the PayPal button for your intended session by visiting the main Practical Series page.
Contact our staff to discuss financials. Our contact info can be found below.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

If you still need to enroll, fill out our Enrollment Agreement and send it to us via email or in-person.
Class starts at 9:00am sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Gourmet Cooking Class – Fall Flavors (TWO SPOTS LEFT!)
2022-10-28 18:30 - 21:00
Menu – Fall Flavors:

Grilled Polenta Cake with Tomato Relish
Caesar Salad
Chicken with Prosciutto, Rosemary & White Wine
Butternut Squash Risotto
Apple Fig Strudel

About:
Our most popular stand-alone cooking class, this is Classic Cooking Academy’s bread and butter. Guests come in, find a seat, have a drink, and meet the chefs who go over each item on the menu. After our staff covers what each table will be cooking, guests split up among the tables to prepare one dish of their choosing. At the end, our chefs take over the kitchen, while guests return to the dining room and are served a delectable three-course dinner complete with an appetizer, entrée, and dessert.
More Info:

Gourmet Cooking Classes are held on select Fridays, 6:30 – 9:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Gourmet Cooking Class.
Class size is limited to 20 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
This class will be led by Chef Sharon Lunardi.

ONLY TWO SPOTS LEFT! CALL OR EMAIL TO REGISTER!

Oktoberfest Event (10/29/22)
2022-10-29 17:00 - 19:30
About:
Classic Cooking is excited to host an Oktoberfest event on Saturday, October 29th from 5:00PM – 7:30PM! Guests will be able to come in, mingle, and enjoy an authentic German meal prepared by Chef Steven Wagenbach. Beer pairings from Crescent Crown will highlight each individual dish and their representative will be able to guide guests through each complimenting beverage. Come join us for an evening of delicious and fun dining!
Menu:

Krautstrudel

Beer: Stiegl Hell Lager

Bratwurst with Pretzel Roll and Spicy Mustard

Beer: Schneider Weiss Aventinus

Jaegershnitzel with Mushroom Sauce, Spaetzle, Sautéed Brussel Sprouts. Topped with Shredded Gouda

Beer: Hacker Pschorr Oktoberfest

Lemon Gugelhupf with Lemon Glaze

Beer: Stiegl-Radler Raspberry Himbeere

The Chef – Steven Wagenbach:
After graduating high school in 1978, Chef Steven Wagenbach pursued a career in the culinary field. He accepted an apprenticeship through Triton College in Chicago for three years. The program had rigorous classroom and restaurant experiences to complete his training.
Chef Wagenbach worked in the most prestigious restaurants Chicago had to offer. He worked as a saucier chef for two years atSinclair’s restaurant, which ranked as a five star establishment located in Lake Forest. Then he decided to work as an assistant pastry chef at the Marriott Lincolnshire resort. Chef Wagenbach had a remarkable mentor who taught him to pull sugar and make elaborate desserts for four years. Finally, the Hyatt Gainey Ranch Scottsdale resort hired him as an assistant pastry chef in 1986. He designed and created wedding cakes, pulled sugar, chocolate truffles, and other delicacies.
Steven Wagenbach had the desire to become a classroom teacher. He received a degree in elementary school training and taught third and fourth grades respectively from 1996 to 2018. Steven worked in the Madison and Paradise Valley Unified School Districts over his career.
Now having settled in Arizona, Chef Wagenbach has a reignited passion to create dishes in the kitchen.
More Information:

This is NOT a cooking class; no part of this event will be hands-on or demonstration.
NEW PRICE: $70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for this specialty event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

Reservations are first come, first serve. Call (480)-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu to check for availability OR register/pay via the PayPal link below.
We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on tonight’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative event.
Event size is limited to 36 people.
Dinner starts at 5:00pm sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothing.

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL US.

Halloween Cookie Workshop (SOLD OUT)
2022-10-30 10:00 - 13:00
Menu:

Sugar Cookie Cutouts
Royal Icing (Students will learn flooding technique)

About:
Learn how to make delicious pastries that will impress your family and friends during this spooky time of year! Students will work together in groups of 4 during this hands-on class, led by the instructor. Expect to be standing, cooking or baking and engaged for most of the class, following the instructor’s lecture and/or demo. After class, students will enjoy a generous taste of every dish along with refreshments and will be able to ask questions about the class. Bring to-go containers for any leftover baked goods!
Available to all ages, but specifically great for kids ages 8+! This is a fun and interactive opportunity for parents and children to enjoy October’s signature holiday!

More Info:

Pastry Classes are held on select Saturdays, 10:00am – 1:00pm. Attendees must be 21 years or older to consume any alcohol.
To make a reservation, please call 480-502-0177 or email info@ccacademy.edu.
$70 per person. Gratuity is not included in the class price.

Tips for our staff for this evening are not expected but are greatly appreciated. All gratuities are evenly distributed amongst our staff members.
If your party has six or more guests, you can still reserve spots for any recreational class or event if you do not wish to do a private party. However, we will charge your group an 18% service fee at the time of your reservation. With this in mind, it is preferred that you register your entire guest count all at once.

We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. This means that you have three days before the class starts to cancel or change your reservation.

If you have to cancel within this time period, you will not receive a credit to apply towards a different event. We do not issue monetary refunds.

No dietary restrictions or allergies will be accommodated for this class. If one or more items on today’s menu conflicts with your needs, please reserve spots for an alternative Pastry Class.
Class size is limited to 16 people. Reservations are based on a ‘first come-first serve’ basis.
Class starts at 10:00am sharp. Please be here at least 10 minutes early wearing comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes. If you have long hair, be sure to tie it behind your head.
Students will receive a full copy of all recipes for use at home.
This class will be led by Chef Sharon Lunardi.

THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT. PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAIT-LIST.

Private Event (10/30/22)
2022-10-30 17:00 - 19:30
School is booked for private party.

Practical Series – Week 5 (11/01/22)
2022-11-01 18:30 - 21:00
Practical Series – Topic:

Sauces

Demi-Glace
Small Sauces
Roux
Béchamel

About:
The Practical Series is Classic Cooking Academy’s flagship program. Spanning 24 weeks, this series will educate you around the logistics of the kitchen one step at a time. In each class, students will first learn their weekly topic(s) from the chef’s lecture before heading into the kitchen to cook dishes on what they’ve just learned. By the end of the course, students will have a full understanding of nearly every facet of cooking. Don’t be hesitant if you think you’re not up to the task – this class is open for any and all skill levels.
Costs:
Lump Sum Cost of Practical Series – $2,500.00
Payment Plan of Practical Series – Deposit of $550.00 and then six payments of $325.00 on the first class of each month.
**NOTE**: In the event of cancellation, please refer to our Enrollment Agreement for a complete breakdown of our cancellation policy. We do not issue refunds for the $50 enrollment fee or the $40 Chef’s Jacket.
Register:
Step 1: Download and return your completed Application Form and Enrollment Agreement.
Click to Download our Enrollment Agreement and send a completed copy to our staff.
Click to Download our Catalog to have on file for reference.
Step 2: Place your initial deposit of $550.00 plus the $40.00 chef jacket fee. You can pay the deposit via two ways:
Use the PayPal button for your intended session by visiting the main Practical Series page.
Contact our staff to discuss financials. Our contact info can be found below.
More Info:

Students will be learning techniques of cooking rather than looking at recipes.

As a result, bring your own notes and a writing utensil.

If you still need to enroll, fill out our Enrollment Agreement and send it to us via email or in-person.
Class starts at 6:30pm sharp. Please be here at least 5 minutes early wearing your chef jacket.

If you know you will be late or absent entirely for this class, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.

If you need to make up this class from a previous Practical Series session, please notify us beforehand. Our phone number is 480-502-0177 and our email is info@ccacademy.edu.
To check the overall curriculum of the this program, click here.

Private Event (11/02/22)
2022-11-02 15:00 - 17:30
Space reserved for a corporate cooking class.
