Classic Cooking Academy - An Arizona Culinary School

Practical Series Week 10 (12/22/17)
2017-12-22 09:00 - 11:30 UTC
Week 10 VEGETABLES Grilled (Eggplant w/Goat Cheese) Stewed (Ratatouille)

Team Building Event (12/21/17)
2017-12-21 12:00 - 15:00

Practical Series Week 10 (12/19/17)
2017-12-19 18:30 - 21:00

Team Building Event (12/19/17)
2017-12-19 11:00 - 14:00

Wine Class - Party Food, Wine & Recipes (12/18/17)
2017-12-18 18:30 - 20:30
Week 4 of our Winter 2017 Wine Class Series:
Tonight’s Topic: Party Food, Party Wine and Party Recipes! Enjoy serving alternative wine options (besides chardonnay and cabernet) during the holidays.
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Pecan Cheese Wafers
Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushroom Tart
Gravlax
Holiday Cookies
$45 per person. This is a Specialty Class. No vouchers will be accepted. All wine classes in the series may be registered for individually.

The wine series will be hosted by Cathleen Rosenberg. Chef Rosenberg is a graduate with honors from Scottsdale Culinary Institute, San Francisco State University Cum Laude and recipient of a Certificate in French from Grenoble University in France. For many years, she taught wine and hospitality classes as well as restaurant operations in Technique Restaurant at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Scottsdale, Arizona. During this time she earned her Wine Specialist Certification from the Society of Wine Educators in 2010. Her ’byob’ bistro in Carefree focused on wine and food-pairing dinners (2005-2007). She currently enjoys cooking for private clients.
REGISTER/PAY HERE FOR WINE CLASS – WEEK 4!

# of People

1 person $45.00 USD2 people $90.00 USD3 people $135.00 USD4 people $180.00 USD

Team Building Event (12/18/17)
2017-12-18 17:30 - 20:30

Team Building Event (12/17/17)
2017-12-17 15:00 - 18:00

Holiday Cookie Exchange (SOLD OUT)
2017-12-17 10:00 - 13:00
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability.
This class is a customer favorite, and sells out quickly each year! The Chef instructor will demo a variety of holiday-themed cookies. Students will work in pairs and make 2 types of cookies, and an exchange will happen at the end of class! You will end up with several dozen homemade cookies to bring home to share with your family and friends.
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Chocolate Crinkles
Spritz Cookies
Gingerbread Cookies
Shortbread Cookies dipped in Ganache
Jam-filled Thumbprint Cookies
FAQ

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.
$60 per person, Includes all ingredients and supplies, along with house beverages. Note- Please bring a box or container to take your cookies home!
This is a Specialty class. No vouchers will be accepted. 72 hour advance notice of cancellation is required for fee refund.
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.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

Pizza-Making Class (SOLD OUT)
2017-12-16 10:00 - 12:30
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 along with fresh Caesar Salad and Italian cookies. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer while learning and dining!

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.

Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2017-12-15 18:30 - 21:00
Please call 480-502-0177 to inquire about waitlist availability.
About
Experience the art of fine food and drink with this fun, hands-on gourmet cooking class, designed to introduce participants to multicultural cuisines and high quality food preparations.
Menu
Herbed Goat Cheese & Mushroom Tart
Baby Greens with Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
Roasted Salmon with Tarragon Sauce
Green Lentils w/Bacon & Shallots
Profiteroles with Vanilla Ice Cream & Chocolate Sauce
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 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 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 Event (12/15/17)
2017-12-15 14:00 - 17:00

Practical Series Week 9 (12/15/17)
2017-12-15 09:00 - 11:30
Week 9 VEGETABLES Potatoes: Rissolees, Mashed, Dauphine, French Fries, Gratin

Team Building Event (12/14/17)
2017-12-14 11:30 - 14:30

Team Building Event (12/13/17)
2017-12-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-12-13 14:00 - 17:00, 2017-12-13 11:30 - 14:30

Team Building Event (12/12/17)
2017-12-12 18:30 - 21:00, 2017-12-12 15:00 - 18:00

Practical Series Week 9 (12/12/17)
2017-12-12 18:30 - 21:00

Team Building Event (12/11/17)
2017-12-11 13:00 - 16:00

Mediterranean Cuisine Class (12/10/17)
2017-12-10 16:00 - 18:30
Sorry this class is full
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 region’s most familiar ingredients.
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Patatas Bravas w/ Pimenton Sauce
Pork Fillet with Honey Roasted Black Figs
Braised Swiss Chard with Currants & Feta
Baked Apples with Caramel 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. Half-price Offer Now: $50 per person. 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.

REGISTER NOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR HALF-PRICE SPECIAL!

Holiday Cookie Exchange (12/10/17)
2017-12-10 10:00 - 13:00
This class is a customer favorite, and sells out quickly each year! The Chef instructor will demo a variety of holiday-themed cookies. Students will work in pairs and make 2 types of cookies, and an exchange will happen at the end of class! You will end up with several dozen homemade cookies to bring home to share with your family and friends.
MENU
Chocolate Crinkles
Spritz Cookies
Gingerbread Cookies
Shortbread Cookies dipped in Ganache
Jam-filled Thumbprint Cookies
FAQ

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.
$60 per person, Includes all ingredients and supplies, along with house beverages. Note- Please bring a box or container to take your cookies home!
This is a Specialty class. No vouchers will be accepted.
72 hour advance notice of cancellation is required for fee refund.
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.
Please wear closed toe shoes and tie back all long hair.

REGISTER/PAY HERE!

# of People

1 person $60.00 USD2 people $120.00 USD3 people $180.00 USD4 people $240.00 USD

Champagne Brunch (12/10/17)
2017-12-10 10:00 - 12:30
Gather friends and family for a special brunch experience! We’ll keep the champagne flowing as you partake in a sweet and savory cooking class, followed by a sit-down meal of delicious brunch favorites.
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Crabcake Eggs Benedict w/ Classic Hollandaise Sauce
Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
Chocolate Eclairs
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.
$65 per person. This is a Specialty Class. No vouchers will be accepted. Cancellation must be made 72 hours in advance of course time for fee refund.
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.
Please wear close-toed shoes, and tie long hair back.

REGISTER/PAY HERE!

# of People

1 person $65.00 USD2 people $130.00 USD3 people $195.00 USD4 people $260.00 USD

Five-Course Wine Dinner (12/09/17)
2017-12-09 17:00 - 19:30
Our wine expert will guide you through this informative and delicious five course tasting dinner paired with wine.
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Butternut Squash Soup with Red Chile & Mint
Mushroom Risotto
Salmon in Honey and Soy
Pork Loin Roasted with Fennel and Garlic
Nutella, Banana, and Chocolate Crepes
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 (12/09/17)
2017-12-09 10:00 - 12:30
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.

Gourmet Cooking Class (SOLD OUT)
2017-12-08 18:30 - 21:00
Sorry, this class is FULL. 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
Pecan Orange Salad
Flank Steak with Onion Jam
Crispy Potatoes with Fennel
Lemon Garlic Green Beans
Chocolate Bread Pudding
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 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 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 Event (12/08/17)
2017-12-08 14:00 - 17:00

Practical Series Week 8 (12/08/17)
2017-12-08 09:00 - 11:30
Week 8 VEGETABLES Blanched, Sauteed, Fried Braised Endives Roasted

Team Building Event (12/07/17)
2017-12-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-12-07 11:30 - 14:30
