Upon receipt of payment, registration forms will be sent to your email so that you can provide needed information about your child(ren). Once they are completed, they can be sent back to Sprouting Chefs, and will be kept on file. You will only need to complete these forms once per child as long as information remains current.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
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A Sprouting Chefs Gift Certificate makes for a great gift anytime of the year. Certificates are valid for one full year from date of purchase, and can be applied to any class, subject to space availability. Once payment is received, Gift Certificate will be mailed to you, along with instructions on how to redeem. Value $55.
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FALL 2018 COOKING CLASS SCHEDULE
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September 25th through October 30th (Tuesdays) from 4:30-5:30 pm
Mini Culinary School - In this 6 week program, we will focus on different cooking techniques, incorporating knife skills, food & kitchen safety, nutrition, and food science every step of the way. The idea is that your child will learn a culinary technique rather than just a recipe so that he/she walks away with much deeper knowledge and skill. Topics will include: Knife Skills, Quick Breads, Frying-Tempura Style, Soup Fundamentals, Versatile Eggs and Poaching. Cost: $120 per child for 6 week program For ages 10 and older. VEGETARIAN Instructor: Mary Balog SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, September 15 from 2 to 4 pm
Pizza Party - Parent & Child Class - We'll mix and knead our own pizza dough in order to create our own personal pizzas, using a wide variety of toppings. Will you go with a traditional tomato sauce base or use our freshly made basil & spinach pesto? Pizza Margherita or Pizza Pugliese? Pizza Marinara or Pizza Funghi? You decide! Each pair will go home with a baked pizza and enough dough for a second pizza. $55 per child/adult pair, ages 5-8 welcome, EGG FREE and VEGETARIAN SOLD OUT Instructor: Lilian Anderson |
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Saturday, September 22nd from 10 am to 1 pm
As American as Apple Pie - We'll be making some American favorites like Southern-Style Macaroni & Cheese, Cucumber Salad with Fresh Dill and Mixed Berry Shortcakes topped with fresh Whipped Cream. Ages 8 + welcome. $55 per child. NUT FREE & VEGETARIAN Instructor: Mary Balog |
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Saturday, September 29th from 10 am to 1 pm
Pasta (Homemade, That Is!) and More - This class has it all - a scrumptious menu, knife skills, team work, and plain fun. We'll make homemade fettucine pasta and we'll serve that with our fresh tomato sauce as well as a basil-spinach pesto. Your child will leave feeling proud of their culinary accomplishments, $55 per child Ages 10+ welcome VEGETARIAN Instructor: Lilian Anderson |
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Saturday, October 6th from 10 am to 1 pm
Amazing Appetizers - In this class, we'll make a variety of tasty appetizers originating from different parts of the world. Learn how to make Baked Southwest Egg Rolls, Baked Mozzarella Sticks served with a tangy Marinara Sauce and Korean inspired Pork Dumplings with a Ginger-Soy Dipping Sauce. Would you agree? Sometimes appetizers can be even tastier than the main course! $55 per child. Ages 10+ welcome. Instructor: Lilian Anderson SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, October 13th from 1 to 4:30 pm
Pie Perfection - In time for the all the upcoming holidays! Each child will prepare their own buttery crust from scratch to create an individual double-crusted apple pie using local Michigan apples. While the pies are in the oven, the kitchen crew will prepare their own Creme Anglaise to accompany their pies. I'll make sure they leave a slice for you! Please note slightly longer class time and higher class fee. Ages 10+ welcome. $65 per child. SOLD OUT Instructor: Mary Balog |
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Sunday, October 14th from 2:30 to 5:30 pm
Apples in Abundance - So many ways to prepare delicious apple dishes, and so little time, so let's get started! We'll prepare home-made Apple Sauce both Spiced and with Fresh Cranberries, Bloomin' Baked Apples with Caramel, Sauteed Apples and a Baked Brie with Apples, using the best of Michigan's fall harvest. There should be time for an apple tasting, too. Amazing how varied and different they are when tasted side by side. $55 per child. Ages 8+ welcome. Instructor: Sheree Thibault SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, October 20th from 10 am to 1 pm
Cupcakes & Cake Toppers - Decorating skills will highlight this busy Halloween-themed baking class. After baking some delicious cupcakes, we'll work on creating adorable Halloween-themed cake toppers to place atop the homemade Buttercream Frosting. $55 per child For ages 10 + Instructor: Lilian Anderson SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, November 3rd from 10 am to 1 pm
Tea Time Treats - High Teas are a mix of sweet and savory. In this class, you'll prepare Blueberry Buttermilk Scones, fresh Lemon Curd, Cucumber Finger Sandwiches and an assortment of Chocolate Covered Fruit, both fresh and dried. Let Tea Time begin! Vegetarian and Nut Free For ages 8+, $55 per child Instructor: Mary Balog SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, November 17th from 10 am to 1 pm
Soups On! - When it's cold outside, there's nothing better than a homemade soup. We'll learn the fundamental steps in making your own soup when we prepare a Butternut Squash Soup, a flavorful Black Bean Soup and one of my favorites, Swiss-style Barley Soup. While the soups are simmering, we'll prepare a traditional Irish Soda Bread to serve alongside, as well as several soup garnishes. Bring on the winter!! $55 per child. For ages 10+. Instructor: Lilian Anderson SOLD OUT |
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Sunday, December 2nd from 2:30 to 5:30 pm
Holiday Treats - While the recipes are still being tested, they promise to be delicious. The kids can look forward to baking 2 to 3 different cookie recipes (including my childhood favorite, Swiss Pfeffernuesse, that are flavored with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, cardamom and black pepper (yes, freshly ground pepper!) and orange-scented Angeletti cookies. Holiday treats aren't only sweet, so we'll also include a savory dish - holiday herbed cheese spread with a magnificent holiday presentation. For ages 8 + $55 per child. Instructor: Lilian Anderson SOLD OUT |
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Saturday, December 8th from 10 am to 1 pm
Holiday Treats - We can't just offer this class once :). Join us for a wonderful baking session in time for the coming holidays. See above for more details. For ages 8+ $55 per child. Instructor: Mary Balog SOLD OUT |
PRIVATE CLASSES/EVENTS/WORKSHOPS
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Ann Arbor Area Homeschoolers
Tuesday, December 11th from 10 to Noon Holiday Treats - The kids will be baking two different cookie recipes of European origin - the Swiss Pfeffernuesse, that are flavored with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, cardamom and black pepper (yes, freshly ground pepper!) and the Italian orange-scented Angeletti cookies. Holiday treats aren't only sweet, so, if time allows, we'll also include a savory dish - holiday herbed cheese spread with a magnificent holiday presentation. For ages 8 + $40 per child. Minimum of 6, maximum of 10 kids. Instructor: Lilian Anderson |
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September thru December, 2018
United Learning Academy - Returning for a 5th semester - this time 3rd - 5th graders attending this local homeschool program will spend 14 weeks in the kitchen, focusing on specific ethnic cuisines, ingredients and dishes that are always "better homemade". |