MARKET BASKET DINNER CLASS SERIES
The Saturday Market Basket Dinner Class Series is back this summer with Instructor Ingrid Berger. Each class will feature a unique four-course menu served with a tasting of wines from nearby Stone Mountain, Oakencroft, and White Hall Vineyards. The menu is finalized the day of the class utilizing the best of what our Charlottesville City Market has to offer. Celebrate summer, join us in supporting our City Market, and learn how to execute a locally inspired gourmet meal.
Berger finalizes the menu on the day of the class, creating dishes that utilize the best of what she finds at the Charlottesville City market that day. These classes, which are demonstration (with casual participation), are reminiscent of a Chef's Table atmosphere - 10 students sit and watch the menu constructed and served right in front of them. Berger creates dishes that are not overly complicated or time consuming to prepare, but celebrate simply the produce, meats and dairy from the Market.
A graduate of New England Culinary Institute with 15 years of experience from line cook to executive chef, Ingrid Berger has taught over 100 classes at The Seasonal Cook, and the Market Basket Dinner classes are her favorite. "The students who sign up for these classes, not knowing what the menu will be, are adventurous eaters," she says. "They are excited to be part of creating a locally inspired meal."
Past Market Basket Dinner menus have included dishes like Baby Lettuces with Nasturtium & Green Goddess Dressing; Marinated Chevre with Baked Garlic; Roasted Sweet Onion, Corn & Arugula with Blackberry Vinaigrette; and White Peach-Nectarine Crisp.
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Market Basket Dinner Class I
Saturday, June 28; 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $65
Market Basket Dinner Class II
Saturday, July 19, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $65
Market Basket Dinner Class III (Vegetarian)
Saturday, August 23, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $65
BEHIND-THE-SCENES AT THE MAIN STREET MARKET CLASS SERIES
This exciting new series will give you the opportunity to learn more about the foods you may already be enjoying from the Main Street Market. Where do they come from? How are they made? Who produces or harvests them? What makes them so much better - and better for you - than foods that come from far away? At the beginning of each class, you will visit with one of the Market vendors who will answer these and any other questions you may have about their products. While at Feast, you will enjoy a sampling of Virginia cheeses; at the Organic Butcher and Seafood @ West Main you will be given a demonstration of how their products are prepared for sale.
After visiting with the vendor, you will return to The Seasonal Cook where Instructor Marisa Catalano will prepare a series of simple dishes that allow the natural flavor and goodness of fresh, high quality ingredients to shine. Generous tastings of each dish will be served with a sampling of Virginia wines from Stone Mountain, Oakencroft and/or White Hall Vineyards. Each class will conclude with a dessert from Albemarle Baking Company. $55/class or $150/series of 3.
Feast: Artisanal Cheeses, Charcuterie & Local Produce
Wednesday, July 23, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $55 (or $150 for series of 3)
Seafood @ West Main: Seafood & Sushi
Monday, July 28, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $55 (or $150 for series of 3)
The Organic Butcher: Beef, Lamb & Chicken
Monday, August 4, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $55 (or $150 for series of 3)
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
EAT FRESH, EAT LOCAL COOKING CLASS SERIES
In this new series, we will be highlighting produce from Horse & Buggy, a local Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm subscription program that draws from over 100 small family farms. Owner Brett Wilson will be on hand to explain the farming methods used by these farmers and to answer your questions about the CSA. Each class will start with a sampling of cheeses from CaroMont Farm produced by Chef-Turned Cheesemaker Gail Hobbs-Page in southern Albemarle County (). $65/class.
Eat Fresh, Eat Local I
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Saturday, July 12; 6:00 - 8:30 PM
- CaroMont Cheese and Virginia Wine Sampler
- Grilled Polyface Farm Chicken Breasts served with Seasonal Vegetables
- Strawberry Shortcake
Eat Fresh, Eat Local II
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Saturday, July 26; 6:00 - 8:30 PM
- CaroMont Cheese and Virginia Wine Sampler
- Griffons Aerie Seasoned Pork Tenderloin served with Seasonal Vegetables
- Sour Cream Lemon Cake
Eat Fresh, Eat Local III
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Saturday, August 2; 6:00 - 8:30 PM
- CaroMont Cheese and Virginia Wine Sampler
- Horse & Buggy Trout Baked with Tomatoes & Herbs served with Seasonal Vegetables
- Peach Cobbler
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
SUMMER SEASONAL COOKING CLASSES
As always, our Seasonal Classes are designed to teach you how to make the best and most delicious use of seasonal foods with menus that you will want to share with your family and friends. From appetizers to salads to elegant dinner party menus, we've got it all. This summer, we've added three outdoor "All About Grilling" classes.
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Summer Seafood Menu
Teacher: Ingrid Berger
Saturday, June 21; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Chilled Cucumber Buttermilk Soup with Mint & Crispy Sea Scallop
- Grilled Salmon with Asparagus, Smoked Bacon & Roasted Sweet Onions
- Lemon Mousse with Fresh Berries & Vanilla
All About Grilling with Skewers
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Monday, June 23; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55. HANDS-ON!
- Iranian Chelo Kebabs with Tabboulet
- Chili Lime Chicken Skewers with Minted Jasmine Rice
- Caribbean Pork Kebabs
- Vegetable Rosemary Skewers with White Bean Hummus
- Seasonal Fruit Skewers with Coconut Sauce
Fourth of July Backyard Party
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Thursday, June 26; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Salmon Burgers with Dill Cream Sauce
- Grilled Summer Vegetables with Balsamic Vinaigrette and Fresh Herbs
- Squash Cornbread
- Seasonal Greens with Peaches & Goat Cheese
Summer Canapes
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Tuesday, July 1; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Proscuitto, Melon & Fresh Mozarella Skewers with Basil Oil
- Fig & Gorgonzola Crostini with Rosemary Caramelized Onions
- Vegetarian Spring Rolls
- Spicy Chicken Bites with Cilantro Cream Sauce
- Three Tomato Bruschetta
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Intimate Summer Dinner Party
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Tuesday, July 8; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Bibb Lettuce Salad with Tomatoes, Roquefort Dressing & Homemade Croutons
- Leek & Shallot Braised Chicken Over Rice Pilaf
- Chocolate Torte with Fresh Raspberries & Vanilla Ice Cream
Elegant Ladies Luncheon
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Sunday, July 13; 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM; $55.
- Gazpacho with Chive Cream
- Vegetarian Quiche with Mixed Green & Herb Salad
- Stone Fruit Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
All About Grilling Meat
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Monday, July 14; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55 HANDS-ON!
- Flank Steak with Chimichurri
- Grilled Herb-Stuffed Fish
- Beer Can Chicken
- Curried Potato Salad
- Citrus Mint Fruit Salad
Quick Family Supper
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Wednesday, July 16; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Garlic-Herb Pork Tenderloin and Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic & Almonds
- Make-Ahead Rice & Corn Salad
- Double Chocolate Brownies
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Summer Seafood Italian Style
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Tuesday, July 22; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Celery Heart & Fennel Salad
- Grilled Red Snapper with Olives, Capers & Tomatoes
- Grilled Herb Polenta
- Prosecco Fruit Terrine
Ultimate Summer Salads
Teacher: Ingrid Berger
Thursday, July 24; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Blackberry, Sweet Corn & Arugula Salad with Hazelnuts & Crumbled Chevre
- Alderwood Smoked Trout with Tarragon, Cherry Tomatoes & Horseradish Creme Fraiche
- Nectarine & Watercress Salad with Ginger-Lime Vinaigrette & Spicy Cashews
Summer Lawn Picnic
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Wednesday, July 30; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Orzo & Shrimp Salad with Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette
- Grilled Vegetable Loaf with Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella
- Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
- Lemon Bars
- Date-Nut Balls
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Back Porch Party
Teacher: Ashley Hightower
Wednesday, August 6; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Dilled Egg Salad on Rolls
- Three Bean Salad
- Herbed Potato Salad
- Grilled Zucchini Salad with Mint & Feta
- Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies
All About Grilling Seafood
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Monday, August 11; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55. HANDS-ON!
- Grilled Lobster Tails with Herb Butter
- Garlic Lime Shrimp
- Grilled Macadamia Nut Mahi-Mahi
- Mango Scallop Skewers
- Turmeric Basmati Rice
Summer's Eve Dinner Party
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Tuesday, August 12; 6:00 - 8:30 PM; $55.
- Grilled Squid with Citrus Vinaigrette
- Salmon Cooked in Paper with Potatoes & Fennel
- Peach & Blackberry Tart
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
Hands-On Knife Skills Workshop
Thursday, July 10; 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Teacher: Marisa Catalano
Cost: $55
HANDS ON!
Learn how to peel, slice, dice, mince, jullienne & chiffonade seasonal produce. Basic knife care is also covered. The class concludes with a light meal prepared with ingredients prepped by the students. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING A 3-1/2" PARING KNIFE AND AN 8-10" CHEF'S KNIFE. Come a half hour early if your knives need sharpening. Registered students receive a 10% discount on the purchase of knives and sharpeners.
To register for classes, please call 434-295-9355.
