Start your own sourdough mother. Then, see how to make bread without commercial yeast. You can repeat this at home and be a hero to your friends and guests. You can keep the dough "at the ready" for baking when you want.
Tortellini. Along with the name for this delectable dish comes a rich history of tradition through the ages. This timeless recipe and treasure of Italian cuisine not only has a […]
Learn from Chef Valerie Hanson to make a flour blend for the pasta dough. Then, make delicious ravioli & see how easy it will be to duplicate in your kitchen. […]
Want to learn how to make pasta from scratch? Learn the fundamentals of making pasta from scratch from Chef Valerie Hanson. It is truly quite easy with some tips and […]
Veggie Burger – WOW Discover how to make this delicious alternative to ground meat. It is easy and inexpensive. This delicious burger grills just like hamburgers, doesn’t fall apart and will have carnivores and vegetarians enjoying the same meal. Learn how to adjust it to be a breakfast sausage or simple ground meat called for […]
Cheesemaking is an age-old artisan skill. Learn how to use cultures to make your own sour cream or yogurt and Mozzarella cheese. At the same time understand some cheese making fundamentals. Discover how to flavor your cheese, as well as how easy and quick it can be made. Enjoy meeting new friends. Bring cheese home. […]
Join Chef Valerie in learning tips and tricks to making and baking scones! Originally, scones were a dry biscuit whose purpose was to get clotted cream, lemon, curd, or jam to one's mouth. Over generations, Americans expect a sweeter , stand alone pastry. At the session we will talk about the differences in how to […]
Yes we CAN! Rock your pressure canner! Learn how to pressure can. It is important to know safe pressure canning and if your canner itself is safe. The product to […]
Pierogi are essentially filled dumplings that are boiled and then often fried. They hail from central and eastern Europe. Homemade pierogi are a traditional holiday food in many homes. But […]
Pate a Choux is a unique dough that is the base for cream puffs, eclairs, beignets, churros, and many other pastries. Once the technique for making the dough is mastered, […]
Can a dish by any other name taste as neat? Celebrate National Lasagna Day! July 29 is that day. Join us to learn to make lasagna. Not just the layers […]
How To Series – Show Me How To…. Create a Beautiful Charcuterie Board Be inspired by the beauty and elegance of expertly curated charcuterie boards as we unravel the secrets […]
Discover the art of creating velvety-smooth mayo through simple techniques. You’ll learn how to achieve the perfect consistency using whole eggs and egg whites, resulting in a homemade mayo that […]
Want to impress someone with a fun and thrilling skill? This class is for you! (Ages 21 and over only) Flambé is the French word for “flamed” or “flaming. Spend some quality time with as a couple or with a friend learning to finish a dish with flair. This class starts with a demonstration of […]
Join us as we delve into the world of mustard-making, where you'll discover the ancient alchemy of transforming humble mustard seeds into a sensational condiment that will tantalize your taste buds. Led by expert chef and preserving aficionado Valerie Hanson, this immersive culinary experience will guide you through the art of crafting homemade mustard from […]
Are you interested in the art of fermentation? Do you want to learn more about the process and make your own sauerkraut ferment? We have just the thing for you! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will learn everything you need to know about fermenting while creating your own delicious sauerkraut ferment. To […]
Learn to make this zippy regional delicacy! Chef Valerie's pickled asparagus is highly sought after. Discover how to make your own special west Michigan delicacy. Pickled asparagus is perfect in […]
Indulge your passion for culinary excellence and embark on a gastronomic journey like no other. Introducing our exclusive masterclass: "The Five Mother Sauces." Elevate your cooking prowess as we demystify […]
This class can instruct gluten free and wheat bread lovers. Please indicate if GF is desired. Enjoy a little biology and chemistry while experiencing a deeply artisan skill...how to start […]
Enjoy a romantic evening discovering wine’s many culinary uses. Experience using wine in different ways while preparing a 3-course romantic dinner by searing scallops and creating a creamy wine sauce […]
Gain Knife Skills Proper Knife skills are the single most important skill in the kitchen. They prevent accidents, make kitchen time more efficient, and produce consistent quality. This session is […]
Join Chef Valerie in learning tips and tricks to making and baking scones! Originally, scones were a dry biscuit whose purpose was to get clotted cream, lemon, curd, or jam […]
Learn to ROCK your POT! Interested in getting an electric pressure cooker but curious if it is for you? Have one but are a bit afraid of it? Just want […]
Make Pate a Choux Pate a Choux is a unique dough that is the base for cream puffs, eclairs, beignets, churros, and many other pastries. Once the technique for making […]
This class can instruct gluten free and wheat bread lovers. Please indicate if GF is desired (if purchasing a ticket online, be sure to select the right ticket GF or […]
Spaghetti aglio e olio (translated, it means Spaghetti with garlic and oil) is a traditional Italian pasta dish from Naples. The dish is fresh and delicious with garlic, olive oil, […]
urious how to ferment? Let’s discover how while making a sauerkraut ferment. Bring your own 1 quart glass jar or small crock. To help you decide what will work best […]
You don’t need a bread machine! Bread baking is soul therapy. Make a beautifully soft white bread in the traditional way. Be surprised that it is almost the same amount of on-hand time as bread machine baking, just minutes extra … and oh so much more satisfying. While the bread is rising, CHURN BUTTER! Awesome. […]
For many families, holidays are tamalada time, the time to crowd into a fragrant kitchen to make tamales. These wrapped pieces of deliciousness can be filled with anything from pork to pineapple to squash blossoms, the steamy corn dumplings are most delicious. A tamale is a traditional Mesoamerican dish, probably from modern-day Mexico, made of […]
Can a dish by any other name taste as neat? Join us to learn to make lasagna. Not just the layers and fillings, but the pasta sheets too! You'll never pre-boil hard plastic-like lasagna noodles from a box again. Make a STELLAR traditional lasagna all from scratch, even the sauce AND the noodles. Discover tips […]
Pierogi are essentially filled dumplings that are boiled and then often fried. They hail from central and eastern Europe. Homemade pierogi are a traditional holiday food in many homes. But these delicious little gems shouldn't be limited to one or two days of the year and can be adjusted in both fillings and sauces to […]
Learn from Chef Valerie Hanson to make a flour blend for the pasta dough. Then, make delicious cheese ravioli & see how easy it will be to duplicate in your kitchen. Explore adapting fillings to your tastes & different seasons. Discover different tools and tips. Also make a marinara sauce as a group to go […]
This session will be classic Italian. Make spaghetti, meatballs, marinara, oven-roasted garlic crostini, and an orange-fennel salad. But could change based on the decision of the first registrant. Fresh pasta, sauces, and wine… you can’t argue with that combination as it has stood the test of time and will always be a fantastic way to […]
Trust us, you’ll go home with a fantastic flavored jam, excited to make more for yourself and as great gifts. Enjoy learning the basics of waterbath canning, while learning to make jam using fresh fruit. Jam makes great gifts, ice cream topping, cupcake filling, pancake topping...the possibilities are not limited to your morning toast or […]
How To Series – Show Me How To…. Use Convection Cooking Convection cooking is a bit of a mystery to some. Come to this workshop to learn from Chef Valerie Hanson how to make the best use of your convection oven and/or air fryer. Both of these are types of convection cooking. In this class, […]
How To Series – Show Me How To…. Make Pate a Choux Pate a Choux is a unique dough that is the base for cream puffs, eclairs, beignets, churros, and many other pastries. Once the technique for making the dough is mastered (via Chef Valerie Hanson), the pastries are a breeze and impressive to serve. […]
Biscotti Learn how to make decadent cherry pistachio biscotti. Biscotti literally means twice cooked, and we will be doing just that to make a tasty treat. You'll love this experience at Art of Cookery with Chef Valerie Hanson and wonder why you ever bought something you could make so well yourself!
Pierogi are essentially filled dumplings that are boiled and then often fried. They hail from central and eastern Europe. Homemade pierogi are a traditional holiday food in many homes. But these delicious little gems shouldn't be limited to one or two days of the year and can be adjusted in both fillings and sauces to […]
Can a dish by any other name taste as neat? Join us to learn to make lasagna. Not just the layers and fillings, but the pasta sheets too! You'll never pre-boil hard plastic-like lasagna noodles from a box again. Make a STELLAR traditional lasagna all from scratch, even the sauce AND the noodles. Discover tips […]
Although quiche is now a classic dish of French cuisine, quiche actually originated in Germany, in the medieval kingdom of Lothringen, under German rule, and which the French later renamed Lorraine. The word ‘quiche’ is from the German ‘Kuchen’, meaning cake. – Wikipedia Learn tips and techniques for this quintessential brunch/breakfast dish. Chef Valerie has developed what […]
I have a Dutch Oven - What can I make with it? This cooking class guides participants through several uses of a Dutch Oven. What is a Dutch Oven? They are very versatile, and under-appreciated, thick-walled pans with tight fitting lids with a great many uses in the kitchen. Usually, 4 to 6 quarts in […]
Great over chicken and also in pastas, and dating to the 1790’s, this mother tomato sauce can be French or Italian. French style typically uses little garlic and no oregano or basil. While the Italian style does. Mother tomato sauce usually isn’t vegetarian, but it is easy to make it so! Come to this session […]
Experience New Orleans wherever you are! Pate a Choux is a unique dough that is the base for cream puffs, eclairs, beignets, churros, and many other pastries. With Chef Valerie Hanson, master the technique for making the dough and then use it to make beignets that are impressive to serve. Deep frying is involved so […]
For many families, holidays are tamalada time, the time to crowd into a fragrant kitchen to make tamales. These wrapped pieces of deliciousness can be filled with anything from pork to pineapple to squash blossoms, the steamy corn dumplings are most delicious. A tamale is a traditional Mesoamerican dish, probably from modern-day Mexico, made of […]
Remember the old-fashioned Chicken Sunday dinners that everyone sat at the table and enjoyed together? Do you have a busy household and have very little time to cook a delicious and nutritious meal? Perhaps you are just getting into cooking for yourselves instead of restaraunt and take-out? Need some basic cooking skills? Seeking to save […]
Make Pate a Choux Pate a Choux is a unique dough that is the base for cream puffs, eclairs, beignets, churros, and many other pastries. Once the technique for making the dough is mastered, the pastries are a breeze and impressive to serve. In this session, learn to make this unique cooked dough; and, finish […]
Get ready for the taste of Autumn and the holidays with pumpkin pie! Is it Autumn? Learn to make a fabulous pumpkin pie, from a real PUMPKIN. There truly is a difference in flavor when making a pumpkin pie from natural ingredients…and we mean the pumpkin too. You’ll learn how to easily make a pumpkin […]
Learn how to: Make Great Gravy from now on! Do you skip making the gravy from scratch for that holiday meal because it is lumpy, too salty, runny, too thick, etc? You are not alone. Millions of jars/cans/envelopes of gravy are sold in the US each year. Yet, it is truly easy to make flawless […]
In this session of our How To Series, join Chef Valerie Hanson in making and dining on a group charcuterie board. Impressed by a beautifully presented charcuterie board? Want to feed a group with varied tastes? Learn tips to making one for your next gathering. Create a small board to take home and dine on […]
You don’t need a bread machine! Bread baking is soul therapy. Make a beautifully soft white bread in the traditional way. Be surprised that it is almost the same amount of on-hand time as bread machine baking, just minutes extra … and oh so much more satisfying. While the bread is rising, CHURN BUTTER! Awesome. […]
Learn to ROCK your POT! Interested in getting an electric pressure cooker but curious if it is for you? Have one but are a bit afraid of it? Just want to easily enjoy cooking a meal your family will love? Come for this session and cook an entire meal using the pressure cooker. We will […]
Want to learn to make donuts to die for? Join this fun event with Chef Valerie Hanson. History suggests that donuts (aka doughnuts) are a true American creation. Dating to the 1800s this pastry with a hole has developed over time into many varieties. In this session, learn the basics of making donuts and of […]
Can a dish by any other name taste as neat? Join us to learn to make lasagna. Not just the layers and fillings, but the pasta sheets too! You'll never pre-boil hard plastic-like lasagna noodles from a box again. Make a STELLAR traditional lasagna all from scratch, even the sauce AND the noodles. Discover tips […]
