East Meets West: Thursday, Oct. 28

A Blend of Oriental and Occidental flavors, the Pacific Rim is quickly becoming part of the American food experience!

The Menu:

• Goat Cheese Salad with Lemongrass Dressing
• Grilled Tenderloin of Pork with Mango-Melon Salsa
• Chili Corn Cakes
• Chocolate Sushi with Jasmine Rice pudding and Marinated Fruit in Rum Syrup

North Africa / Vegetarian: Tuesday, Oct. 12

Prepare dishes combining a myriad of spices. Enjoy the sumptuous food and flavors of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia.
The Menu:

• Garlic, Egg, and Cheese Betzels (phylo Triangles)
• Tangine of Potatoes, Peas, and Artichoke Hearts with Preserved Lemon Rings (a sweet and savory stew)
• Couscous with Caramelized Onions and Raisins
• Mhalbi (custard with orange flower water)
  

California Cuisine: Thursday, Sept. 30

San Francisco and the Bay Area encompass a legendary group of fine restaurants. This class brings to life dishes from the restaurants of one of the world's most exciting and influential food areas.

The Menu:

• Parmigiano-Reggiano Crisps with Goat Cheese Mousse, The French Laundry
• San Francisco's Cioppino with Crusty Italian Bread, Rose Pistola
• Mango Tarte Tatin, Foreign Cinema

Thai Tastes: Thursday, Sept. 16

In the coastal town of Phuket, on the southern tip of Thailand, we sampled these delicacies.

The Menu:

• Yellow Curry Noodles with Beef
• Mussels on the Half Shell with Lemongrass-Gralic Butter
• Corn and Shrimp Fritters
• Jasmine Rice
  
• Caramelized Pineapple with Grand Marnier Ginger Sauce

Trattoria / Vegertarian: Tuesday, September 14

Italian home-style cooking at its finest; lusty, full of flavor and character, this menu celebrates the earth's bounty and lends itself easily to vegetarian palates.

The Menu:

• Zuppa di Ceci con Erbe (Chick Pea Soup w/ Herbs)
  
• Zucchini Frittata (A Hearty Combination of Vegetables, Zucchini and Eggs)
• Insalate di Rinforzo (Cauliflower Salad)
  
• Folded Pear Tart w/ Mascarpone & Toasted Almonds