Cooking & Confectionary   

Have fun decorating cupcakes, using buttercream/fondant an various other decorations to transform ordinary cupcakes and store bought cookies into beautiful and tasty little works of art. This course is geared towards beginners and involves super easy and quick techniques. Students will go home with a box full of cupcakes and cookies! Just bring an apron, no experience or supplies are needed.

Note: There is a $20 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Okonomiyaki, which translated means "grill as you like it," is a healthy "Japanese pizza." Aside from the basic ingredients, one can add anything you like such as pork, beef, shrimp, squid or a vegetarian one, and also choose the sauce that goes on top! They are fun to make and savory to taste. Please bring your favorite knife for cutting vegetables. Note: There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

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Okonomiyaki, which translated means "grill as you like it," is a healthy "Japanese pizza." Aside from the basic ingredients, one can add anything you like such as pork, beef, shrimp, squid or a vegetarian one, and also choose the sauce that goes on top! They are fun to make and savory to taste. Please bring your favorite knife for cutting vegetables. Note: There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

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Known as pot-stickers in the U.S., these appetizers are are juicy on the inside, crispy and golden brown on the outside. These pan-fried dumplings are a popular weeknight snack, as well as a great appetizer for your next dinner party. They freeze well too. Come learn how to make this delicious treat. Note: There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

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Summer rolls are fresh, loaded with vegetables, meat, shrimp and even fruits.  Various colors penetrating from the rice paper makes this dish extremely attractive and appetizing. Dipped in various sauces makes this a great party appetizer or a family snack. Note: There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Summer rolls are fresh, loaded with vegetables, meat, shrimp and even fruits.  Various colors penetrating from the rice paper makes this dish extremely attractive and appetizing. Dipped in various sauces makes this a great party appetizer or a family snack. Note: There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

The bean song we loved to sing as kids may be silly, but it's true! There is a scientific basis to this exuberant rhyme.

According to researchers, eating one serving of beans daily can significantly reduce so-called "bad cholesterol" and therefore, the risk of cardiovascular disease. So, eating beans regularly really is good for your heart.

If you would like to learn how to add more of the "musical fruit" to your diet, enroll in this hands-on cooking class. You will make delicious and nutritious soups, salads, entrees and desserts from beans. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

The bean song we loved to sing as kids may be silly, but it's true! There is a scientific basis to this exuberant rhyme.

According to researchers, eating one serving of beans daily can significantly reduce so-called "bad cholesterol" and therefore, the risk of cardiovascular disease. So, eating beans regularly really is good for your heart.

If you would like to learn how to add more of the "musical fruit" to your diet, enroll in this hands-on cooking class. You will make delicious and nutritious soups, salads, entrees and desserts from beans. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this hands-on class, we will learn how to turn veggies into ribbon-like noodles with a spiralizer. We will then use the spiralized veggies to make healthy "pasta", soups, and salads.

Spiralized veggie noodles are a great substitute for carb heavy pasta. With the right toppings and a bit of crafty preparation, you'll be a convert before you know it.

Whether you've gone paleo, gluten free, or are just trying to shave some calories off an otherwise decadent dish, enroll in this hand's-on class and learn ways to eat healthy without cutting any corners when it comes to taste.

All recipes are gluten free, dairy free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Some people believe that curry is always hot and spicy. This is not true! There are different kinds of curry blends that range from sweet and mild to hot and spicy.

People also think of curry as a yellow powder, but actually, curry can be red, yellow or green. Every curry has a different taste, spice level and smell. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn about several of these different curries. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Do you love to cook? Are you looking for new and exciting ways to spice up your favorite recipes? Why not take a look at what essential oils can add to your next creation? While adding essential oils to your favorite food or drink can provide tremendous flavor and benefits for your body, not all oils are safe to ingest. We invite you to join us in learning which oils are safe for consumption, how to properly use them and explore the culinary benefits in various recipes. When we are finished you will be ready to confidently cook with essential oils in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this class you will learn the history and benefits of kombucha, the basic brewing process, supplies needed, and special techniques for flavoring. This is a fun class that culminates with us brewing a fresh batch of kombucha together. By the end of the class, you will have the information, materials, and confidence you need to start making your own kombucha! Supply Fee: $15 (Supply fee includes everything you need to brew your very first batch)

Store bought varieties of non-dairy milk alternatives are often full of thickeners, stabilizers, and other artificial ingredients. In this class you learn the basic process of making healthy homemade nut/seed mylk, how to flavor them, and what to do with the leftover pulp! Students will receive printed copies of all recipes and educational materials to take home. Note: There is a supply fee payable to instructor the day of class.

Nothing says autumn like pumpkin. Why should pumpkin be pigeon-holed to just decoration, pie and lattes when they can be included in a variety of versatile dishes?

Enroll in this hand's-on class and break with tradition by trying a new take on this fall favorite from pumpkin chili to pasta sauce, not to mention a whole array of desserts beyond the classic pumpkin pie. And remember that pumpkin in all its variations is as nutritious as it is delicious! All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Nothing says autumn like pumpkin. Why should pumpkin be pigeon-holed to just decoration, pie and lattes when they can be included in a variety of versatile dishes?

Enroll in this hand's-on class and break with tradition by trying a new take on this fall favorite from pumpkin chili to pasta sauce, not to mention a whole array of desserts beyond the classic pumpkin pie. And remember that pumpkin in all its variations is as nutritious as it is delicious! All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Apples are a super-versatile, budget-friendly, and fiber-packed fruit. If you think apples are only meant for pies, think again.

Apples are delicious in savory as well as sweet recipes and can be used in every meal, from breakfast to desserts, as well as entrees, salads and side dishes. Enroll in this hands-on class and enjoy an apple a day, or more, with these oh-so-good (and good for you!) dishes. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Apples are a super-versatile, budget-friendly, and fiber-packed fruit. If you think apples are only meant for pies, think again.

Apples are delicious in savory as well as sweet recipes and can be used in every meal, from breakfast to desserts, as well as entrees, salads and side dishes. Enroll in this hands-on class and enjoy an apple a day, or more, with these oh-so-good (and good for you!) dishes. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Most people are not aware of how much added sugar they are consuming on a daily basis because hidden sugars are added to so much of our food (even food that is considered healthy). Consuming excess sugar can lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, tooth decay, and other detrimental health conditions. Enroll in this class and learn how to recognize hidden sugars when reading labels, the effects sugar has on the mind & body, and how to reduce your sugar consumption.

Whether you're in need of a last-minute dessert or are just craving something sweet, no-bake treats are the answer. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to make quick & easy, delicious & nutritious homemade treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without turning on the oven. All Recipes are both gluten free and dairy free.

Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor.

It is easy to fall for the flavors of fall. The autumn harvest brings crisp apples, sweet citrus, warm spices, dark leafy greens and jewel-toned root vegetables to the table. Think butternut squash, brussels sprouts, cranberries, persimmons, apples...they warm the heart as much as they do the stomach.

And the best part is there are endless options of how to prepare them! But sometimes it can be tough to keep fall-inspired meals healthy. Festive fall salads are the perfect way to make the most of the autumn's bounty in a delicious, nutritious and surprisingly comforting way.

All recipes used in class are gluten-free & dairy-free. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

It is easy to fall for the flavors of fall. The autumn harvest brings crisp apples, sweet citrus, warm spices, dark leafy greens and jewel-toned root vegetables to the table. Think butternut squash, brussels sprouts, cranberries, persimmons, apples...they warm the heart as much as they do the stomach.

And the best part is there are endless options of how to prepare them! But sometimes it can be tough to keep fall-inspired meals healthy. Festive fall salads are the perfect way to make the most of the autumn's bounty in a delicious, nutritious and surprisingly comforting way.

All recipes used in class are gluten-free & dairy-free. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

When you think of winter foods, you probably don't think of salad. Salads are usually considered summer staples, but these nutrient-dense, low-maintenance side dishes are also perfect for cold-weather months. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to make insanely satisfying, healthy and hearty winter salads that will keep you filled with nutritious goodness all season long. Note: There is a supply fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this hands-on class, you will make a variety of quick, easy, colorful and tasty chicken salads that will have your taste buds watering! Each yummy salad is more delicious than the next. All salads are both gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this hands-on class, you will make a variety of quick, easy, colorful and tasty chicken salads that will have your taste buds watering! Each yummy salad is more delicious than the next. All salads are both gluten-free and dairy-free.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Vegetables are one of the best foods you can eat. They are high in fiber and a good source of disease-fighting phytonutrients.

Some people may avoid veggies because they taste bland. But, there are so many easy ways to add flavor to veggies. When prepared correctly, they are just plain good.

If you are looking for inspiration on how to prepare veggies, then this hands-on class is for you. All recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free, and diabetic friendly.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Vegetables are one of the best foods you can eat. They are high in fiber and a good source of disease-fighting phytonutrients.

Some people may avoid veggies because they taste bland. But, there are so many easy ways to add flavor to veggies. When prepared correctly, they are just plain good.

If you are looking for inspiration on how to prepare veggies, then this hands-on class is for you. All recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free, and diabetic friendly.

Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

One pot meals offer the pleasure of home cooking assembled with little fuss and minimal clean-up. There's something special about a satisfying meal made in a solitary pot- all the ingredients marrying together, bursting with rich, deep flavors. Enroll in this hand's-on class and learn how to make quick and easy, delicious and nutritious meals in just one pot, pan, wok, or skillet. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. All recipes are gluten and dairy free.

Meet the air fryer, the miracle kitchen gadget that uses circulating hot air to cook food that would otherwise be submerged in oil. So, what can you make in an air fryer?

The possibilities are limitless- you can use an air fryer to make comfort food favorites that are normally deep-fried, sautéed, baked, or grilled. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to make the most of this versatile kitchen tool.

All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. You must bring your own air fryer to class.

Learn to can with your Instant Pot! We will pressure can veggies and/or fruits using your 6 quart Instant Pot. It will be fun and you will know exactly what goes into your food. This is a beginner level course for pressure canning. Enroll in this course and start taking advantage of Florida's year-round famer's markets while stocking your pantry with nutritious and convenient foods. We will discuss and demonstrate the tools needed. This is a hands-on class. Note: There is a $15 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Students must bring their own instant pot to class. If you don't have a 6 quart Instant Pot, you can pair up with a friend or attend to learn before investing in a 6 quart pot.

Learn to can with your Instant Pot! We will pressure can veggies and/or fruits using your 6 quart Instant Pot. It will be fun and you will know exactly what goes into your food. This is a beginner level course for pressure canning. Enroll in this course and start taking advantage of Florida's year-round famer's markets while stocking your pantry with nutritious and convenient foods. We will discuss and demonstrate the tools needed. This is a hands-on class. Note: There is a $15 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Students must bring their own instant pot to class. If you don't have a 6 quart Instant Pot, you can pair up with a friend or attend to learn before investing in a 6 quart pot.

Do you own an instant pot, and have no idea how to use it? Then you will want to attend this hands-on class and learn the 'ins and outs' of the instant pot. By the end of the class, you will understand how to use your instant pot to make meals that are quick, easy, delicious, and nutritious.

Note: You must bring your own instant pot to class. All recipes are gluten and dairy free. There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

In this class you will learn how to cook some of your favorite Asian dishes at home using healthy, inexpensive ingredients and your Instant Pot! If you're looking for something new and exciting to make with your Instant Pot then enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to make quick and easy, delicious and nutritious Asian dishes using the Instant Pot. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Students must bring their own instant pot to class.

There's nothing quite like homemade soup. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen standing over a hot stove or turning to high-sodium, low-flavor canned soup varieties, upgrade to an Instant Pot to make homemade delicious and nutritious soup. All it takes is a bit of meal prep and the press of a few buttons to create a piping hot bowl of delicious soup. Whether you're in the mood for traditional flavors or something a bit more out of the ordinary, there's a way to quickly cook it yourself with the help of an Instant Pot. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to make homemade, quick and easy, delicious and nutritious soups that warm your belly and satisfy your taste buds. Note: There is an ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class. Students must bring their own instant pot to class.

Thanksgiving is the prime time to break out your Instant Pot and spare yourself a whole lot of stress, save yourself a whole lot of time, and plan your Thanksgiving menu with plenty of recipes that aren't all vying for stove top and oven time. Using the Instant Pot for Thanksgiving side dishes can be your ticket to holiday sanity. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to let the Instant Pot help you to cut down on kitchen time and speed up the fun! Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Thanksgiving is the prime time to break out your Instant Pot and spare yourself a whole lot of stress, save yourself a whole lot of time, and plan your Thanksgiving menu with plenty of recipes that aren't all vying for stove top and oven time. Using the Instant Pot for Thanksgiving side dishes can be your ticket to holiday sanity. Enroll in this hands-on class and learn how to let the Instant Pot help you to cut down on kitchen time and speed up the fun! Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Would you like to learn how to create quick & easy, delicious & nutritious dishes with the Instant Pot? Want to feel confident about using the Instant Pot in your daily life?

Is your Instant Pot is still in the box because you are overwhelmed with all the buttons that you see, or you're worried about the safety of pressure cooking?

Then, attend this 2-day hand's-on class and learn the 'ins and outs' of the instant pot. By the end of the class, you will understand how to use your instant pot to make meals that are quick, easy, delicious, and nutritious. Note: You must bring your own instant pot to class. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free. There is a $15 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Would you like to learn how to create quick & easy, delicious & nutritious dishes with the Instant Pot? Want to feel confident about using the Instant Pot in your daily life?

Is your Instant Pot is still in the box because you are overwhelmed with all the buttons that you see, or you're worried about the safety of pressure cooking?

Then, attend this 2-day hand's-on class and learn the 'ins and outs' of the instant pot. By the end of the class, you will understand how to use your instant pot to make meals that are quick, easy, delicious, and nutritious. Note: You must bring your own instant pot to class. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free. There is a $15 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Would you like to learn how to create quick & easy, delicious & nutritious dishes with the Instant Pot? Want to feel confident about using the Instant Pot in your daily life?

Is your Instant Pot is still in the box because you are overwhelmed with all the buttons that you see, or you're worried about the safety of pressure cooking?

Then, attend this 2-day hand's-on class and learn the 'ins and outs' of the instant pot. By the end of the class, you will understand how to use your instant pot to make meals that are quick, easy, delicious, and nutritious. Note: You must bring your own instant pot to class. All recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free. There is a $15 ingredients fee payable to the instructor the day of class.

Have you heard of the pot-in-pot (PIP) cooking method for the Instant Pot? Are you confused about what it means or how to do it? Enroll in this hand-on Instant Pot cooking adventure and learn everything you need to know about using the pot-in-pot method with your electric pressure cooker. All recipes are both gluten free and dairy free.

Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor. Students must bring their own instant pot to class.

Have you heard of the pot-in-pot (PIP) cooking method for the Instant Pot? Are you confused about what it means or how to do it? Enroll in this hand-on Instant Pot cooking adventure and learn everything you need to know about using the pot-in-pot method with your electric pressure cooker. All recipes are both gluten free and dairy free.

Note: There is a $13 ingredients fee payable to the instructor. Students must bring their own instant pot to class.

What you eat is the foundation of your health! So, how do you make your food choices? Is your current diet calorie-rich and nutrient-poor? Do you make unhealthy foods choices simply because they are convenient? Do you believe the information on the front of the box/package? You just might be digging your grave with your fork and spoon! This interactive class will provide you with valuable information and 26 simple steps to create a healthier lifestyle.