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Expand your knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes at ACE! Are you known for your dinner parties, or would you like to be? Or are you looking to add a little variety to your recipes? If so, our cooking classes are for you. Learn new cuisines in fun and delicious lessons. Increase your culinary abilities to spice up your menus. Our instructors are helpful and fun. Some classes are hands-on, while others are demonstrations – but they all include eating! Bon appétit!

For course description, click on the course title below. Hover on instructor name for biography.

 

 
Paella Dinner Party (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1007 Lisa Osterlindh
3/24/2025 - 3/24/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Fee: $59.00  

We will be working in small groups to prepare Spanish Gazpacho, Garlic Shrimp, Paella Valenciana and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Italian Dinner Party 2 (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1012 Lisa Osterlindh
Th 2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Fee: $59.00  

Working in small groups we will be preparing Broccoli Rabe with White Beans, Sausage Ragu, Braised Chicken with Chard, Tomatoes & Balsamic Reduction and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Global Cuisine: Thai Cooking 2 (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1008 Lisa Osterlindh
Tu 2/18/2025 - 2/18/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will be preparing Grilled Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, Rice Stick Noodles with Chicken & Vegetables, Spring Rolls and more

 

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Global Cuisine: British Cooking (Hands-On) NEW!                         
Item: CUL1019 Instructor: Lisa Osterlindh
Sessions: 1 STC Sarasota Bldg 3  
Day of the Week: Th  Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Dates:  3/6/2025 - 3/6/2025       
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM                                                               
Fee: $55.00           

We will be working in small groups to prepare Shepherd’s Pie, Bangers and Mash with Guinness Onion Gravy, Fish and Chips and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board and dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice.

 

Global Cuisine: French Cooking (Hands-On)
Item: W25CU10015 Lisa Osterlindh
2/24/2025 - 2/24/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

 

Working in small groups we will prepare Chicken Bouillabaisse with Rouille, Potatoes au Gratin, Salmon Nicoise Salad, Ratatouille and

Pastry Wrapped Baked Brie with Maple Roasted Apples

 

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Eggplant Celebration (Hands-On)
Item: CUC1001 Caleb Guedes-Reed
Tu 2/25/2025 - 2/25/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  
ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board and dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice.

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Global Cuisine: Indian Cooking (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1024 Lisa Osterlindh
3/3/2025 - 3/3/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Chana masala (chickpea curry), Chicken tikka masala, Palek paneer (spinach with cheese), and Spiced basmati rice.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Global Cuisine: Indian Cooking (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1013 Lisa Osterlindh
Tu 3/4/2025 - 3/4/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Chana masala (chickpea curry), Chicken tikka masala, Palek paneer (spinach with cheese), and Spiced basmati rice.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Breakfast and Brunch Ideas (Hands-On)
Item: CUG1001   Instructor: Michelle Goggins
Sessions: 1 STC Sarasota Bldg 3  
Day of the Week: W  Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Dates: 3/5/2025-3/5/2025  

Time: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM     

Fee: $55.00 

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE. 

This is a hands-on cooking class. We will be working in small groups to prepare Italian Sausage and Rabe Frittata, Ranchero Eggs, Spinach Feta Quiche with a Quinoa Crust and more. Please bring a chef’s knife, a cutting board, dish towel and an apron to class.

                                                                        
Fee for this class is NONREFUNDABLE.

 

Taste the Red, White & Green Sauces of Italy (Demo) NEW!                         
Item: CUTM1001 Instructor: Marcella Trotta Monitto
Sessions: 1 STC Sarasota Bldg 3  
Day of the Week: Sa  Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Dates:  3/8/2025 - 3/8/2025       
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM                                                               
Fee: $55.00           

Come & join Marcella where she will demonstrate how to make three homemade regional pasta sauces accompanied by the pastas that go best with each. It will be a real feast for the eyes and palate. Marcella will also share some history and culture surrounding these dishes.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE

 

Global Cuisine: Mediterranean Cooking (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1009 Lisa Osterlindh
Th 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will be preparing Greek Briam, Catalan Fideva, Spanakopita Pie and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Taste of Caribbean Cuisine (Hands-On) NEW!                         
Item: CUL1020 Instructor: Lisa Osterlindh
Sessions: 1 STC Sarasota Bldg 3  
Day of the Week: M  Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Dates:  3/10/2025 - 3/10/2025       
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM                                                               
Fee: $55.00           

We will be working in small groups to prepare Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Beans and Rice), Pastelon (Puerto Rican Sweet Plantain and Picadillo Casserole, Jamaican Beef Patties and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board and dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice.

 

Main Dish Salads (Hands-On)
Item: CUG1002 Michelle Goggins
3/12/2025 - 3/12/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM  Fee: $55.00  

This is a hands-on cooking class. We will be working in small groups to prepare the recipes. Please bring a chef’s knife, a cutting board, dish towel and an apron to class.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE. 

Recipes are subject to change.

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Tapas Party (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1014 Lisa Osterlindh
3/14/2025 - 3/14/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Patata bravas with aioli and chives, Shrimp and chorizo flatbreads, Albondigas (Spanish style meatballs in almond sauce), Spanish tortilla with roasted red peppers and  peas and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Let's Make Flatbreads (Hands-On)
Item: CUG1003 Michelle Goggins
3/26/2025 - 3/26/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups, we will prepare: Crisp Rosemary Flatbread with Herbed Goat Cheese, Leek, Chard & Corn Flatbread, Peach and Prosciutto Flatbread, Spinach and Artichoke Pan Pizza, Roasted Garlic and Chicken Herb Pizza

This is a hands-on cooking class. Please bring a chef’s knife, a cutting board, dish towel and an apron to class.

Recipes are subject to change without notice.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Basic Knife Skills (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1010 Lisa Osterlindh
Sa 2/22/2025 - 2/22/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, a paring knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Basic Knife Skills (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1011 Lisa Osterlindh
Th 3/27/2025 - 3/27/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, a paring knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Dips & Spreads for Every Occasion (Hands-On) NEW!                         
Item: CUC1002 Instructor: Caleb Guedes-Reed
Sessions: 1 STC Sarasota Bldg 3  
Day of the Week: Tu  Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Dates:  4/1/2025 - 4/1/2025       
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM                                                               
Fee: $55.00           
ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board and dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice.
 

Appetizers Galore (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1016 Lisa Osterlindh
Th 4/3/2025 - 4/3/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Cauliflower toast with prosciutto and mascarpone, Cranberry brie pull apart bread, Mock shrimp ceviche with corn chips and Pasta wrapped hot Thai meatballs with mint and cilantro dipping sauce.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Dim Sum (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1023 Lisa Osterlindh
Sa 4/5/2025 - 4/5/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Shrimp & Pork Shumai, Chinese Stuffed Eggplant, Scallion Pancakes and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Asian Bowls (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1015 Lisa Osterlindh
Tu 4/15/2025 - 4/15/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will be preparing Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl, Buddha Bowl, Japanese Teriyaki Salmon Bowl and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board and dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice.

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Chicken, Chicken, Chicken (Hands-On)
Item: CUL1017 Lisa Osterlindh
4/7/2025 - 4/7/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

Working in small groups we will prepare Garlic Butter Chicken Marsala Meatballs, Chili Crisp Chicken and Noodles in Ginger Soy Broth, Charred Tomato Basil Chicken Florentine Pasta, Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls and more.

 

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Easy Baking for Any Occasion (Hands-On)
Item: CUBB1001 Adriana Barbella
4/9/2025 - 4/9/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

We will be working in small groups to prepare

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Sweet & Savory Pies & Tarts (Hands-On)
Item: CUBB1003 Adriana Barbella
4/16/2025 - 4/16/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

In this class you will learn to make quick & easy pies and tarts using, puff pastry, phyllo dough and prepared pie crust.

We will work in small groups to prepare Apple Pie, Pineapple Pie, Onion Tart, Quiche and more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Quick & Easy Italian Home Cooking (Hands-On)
Item: CUBB1002 Adriana Barbella
4/2/2025 - 4/2/2025 

STC Sarasota Bldg 3 Location: 4748 Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Fee: $55.00  

We will be working in small groups to prepare Chicken Parmesan, Ricotta Gnocchi, Pesto, Meatballs & more.

ONE DAY CLASSES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
Please bring a chef’s knife, cutting board apron & dish towel to class.
Recipes are subject to change without notice

This class section is full. Click the Add to Wait List button below or select another available course. With enough interest, we may open another sectionContinue through the payment processing steps - you will NOT be charged to be placed on the wait list.          

 

Register early to avoid disappointment, as classes will fill up quickly!

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