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    Asian Favorites (Participation)

    Begin by preparing delicious egg rolls stuffed with pork, shrimp and vegetables served with both hot mustard and sweet and sour sauce for dipping. Then prepare fried rice using chicken, shrimp, fresh vegetables, and the secret sauce. Classic pork chow mein follows served with crispy egg noodles along with egg foo young made with both, chicken and shrimp. You’ll finish this extravaganza with a delightful lemon custard tort.
  • Fondue Fun!

    You'll create fondues from around the world: Traditional Cheese, Classic Swiss Cheese, Beef Bourguignonne, Crab, Bleu Cheese and Tempura. Of course, we'll dunk delectable tidbits of fruit, cake or brownies in wonderful dessert fondues - Flavored Chocolates fondue plus Butterscotch fondue. And we will make a variety of sauces and dips to round out the menu so you can plan your own fondue party with family and friends. Course Fee includes $15 Food Supply Fee.
  • Four Famous Ethnic Cookies

    Learn to create the rolled Norwegian cookie - krumkakes made with cream, butter and cinnamon or sometimes flavored with vanilla. For generations, Minnesotans have purchased irons to bake krumkakes from local manufacturer Nordic Ware in St. Louis Park. Italian pizzelles are also baked on the stovetop using an iron but are a flat, anise-flavored cookie also flavored with vanilla. The chewy, almond Swedish sandbakkels are delicate golden brown and are baked in tiny tins to resemble tarts. Finally, you’ll master deep fried rosettes, those exceedingly fragile, paper thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners' sugar. Expect great recipes plus the many steps and techniques that will make your baking a success! Please bring containers with you. Course Fee includes $16 Food Supply Fee.
  • Holiday Cookie Bake & Take

    Are all the holiday preparations getting you down?? Don’t fret, Nancy’s team will help you get your baking done in no time at all! You will go home with ten dozen cookies in all. In this hands-on class you will be working in pairs. You will be provided with cookie dough and everything you need to form, trim, and decorate the cookies. Your cookies will be baked for you by Nancy’s team in large commercial ovens. Hairnets and gloves will be provided, but bring your own apron if you like. And most important, don’t forget to bring containers to carry home your ten dozen treats. Please arrive on time and plan on staying the full three hours, which includes assisting with clean-up at the end of class. Due to safety restrictions, and out of respect for the adult attendees, no children are allowed in or near the class. If you cannot find child care you may send someone in your place. Please be respectful to others; if you are ill, you may find someone to take your place. Cookies will not be provided for no shows. There will be a $20 food supply fee payable to the instructor in class. We are unable to accommodate nut allergies in this class. This is an adult class only please,18 and older only.
  • Love Your Lefse

    This wonderful Norwegian delicacy is made for banquets, holidays, weddings and other special occasions. If you’re Norwegian and missed recording Grandma's recipe, tips and techniques then you'll simply flip for this class! Learn the fine points in making the dough, baking, storing and how to serve lefse. Bonus is there is a bit of history and humor involved as well. Begin with real potatoes using a number of authentic recipes and a modern version using instant potatoes. Plan to sample your fresh and warm creations with traditional fillings plus take home finished lefse and dough to bake and share with family and friends. Course Fee includes $9 Food Supply Fee.
  • Marvelous Macarons

    They are beautiful and so fun to make! Nancy will show you some simple tricks to make the process easy. You will make three different kinds. Bake and assemble one recipe from start to finish, as well as decorate and assemble the other two recipes. You will be the talk at the party when you serve these little delicacies! Supply fee of $13 payable to instructor in class. Containers for your cookies will be provided.
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    Mile High Apple Pie

    Fall is in the air and with that comes apple season! This is the time of year to make the very best apple pie. Nancy's students rave about this fun class. If you say, “I can’t make pies” then this class is for you. Nancy will take you through all the steps, from making a crust, to preparing all the filling for your pie using the freshest apples. You will be surprised how easy it is. Leave class with a hot apple pie to share with family and friends. Boxes will be provided. Please bring a rolling pin, if you have one. Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor in class.
  • Online: Air Fryer Hype - Copycat KFC®, Doughnuts & Crave-Worthy Creations

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. The popular Air Fryer Hype Copycat KFC® class is being taken to the next level! Are you curious about the air fryer craze or looking to expand your recipe repertoire beyond fries and frozen foods? Whether you're a seasoned air fryer user or considering your first purchase, this class is for you! Join Chef Tess for an elevated air fryer experience and explore new family-favorite, crave-worthy creations including her mouthwatering Copycat KFC®, and her from-scratch air fryer doughnuts, pizza, burgers, and egg rolls. Enjoy a fun and interactive virtual cook-along class with tips that take the 'Air Fryer Hype' to new heights. On the menu: Tess's copycat KFC® chicken, from scratch air fryer doughnuts, pizza, burgers, and egg rolls! Participants are invited to join the fun and create the Copycat KFC® and air fryer yeasted glazed doughnuts. Tess will also demonstrate how to make her amazing air fryer pizza, burgers, and egg rolls. Tips for freezing the pizza, and egg rolls to stock your freezer will also be shared! All healthy, delicious recipes that will have your family coming back for more. Equipment needs: Air fryer and a stand-mixer is also recommended for making the doughnut dough. If stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Autumn Baking Bliss - Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls & Panera®-Style Cinnamon Crunch Bagels

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Indulge in the comforting aromas and flavors of fall where you will experience the crafting of two seasonal favorites from scratch, perfect for cozy mornings or elegant gatherings around the holidays. Join Chef Tess in one of her newest cook-along classes as she guides you in the step-by-step creation of the softest most delicious gooey pumpkin spice cinnamon rolls enriched with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice both in the soft dough and mouthwatering filling. They will be baked to golden perfection and topped with a pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting. You will also be guided in the creation of Panera®-style cinnamon crunch bagels that feature a tender, chewy interior studded with cinnamon chips and a crackly-sweet cinnamon topping; the perfect balance of softness and crunch. Whether you’re a seasoned baker, or simply a lover of fall flavors, this class promises to fill your kitchen with warmth, spice, and something truly special. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Baklava & Spanakopita - Sweet & Savory Greek Phyllo Pastries

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Participants may find themselves involuntarily dancing The Zorba during this unique cook-along experience with Chef Tess. Dive into the world of creating two scrumptious traditional Greek phyllo pastries, Baklava and Spanakopita that have been known to awaken taste buds and your “inner Greek”. Baklava is a traditional Greek layered pastry made with phyllo, chopped nuts and other secret ingredients. They are baked to golden perfection and bathed in dreamy honey-kissed syrup. Spanakopita, on the other hand, is a Greek savory pastry, consisting of a filling made of spinach, cheese, herbs and other secret ingredients enrobed in delicate sheets of phyllo pastry. Tess grew up in a Greek home where Baklava and Spanakopita were made and enjoyed throughout the year, but especially holidays. She has enjoyed creating these delicate pastries since she was roughly 6 years old. Now Tess combines her decades of knowledge, secret ingredients and techniques full of tradition with you. Join her as she guides you through the process of creating one of her versions of baklava called ‘baklava rolls’ and through the process of creating her spanakopita triangles. Regardless of skill level, you'll leave with two show-stopping recipes and the confidence to serve them at any gathering. Chef Tess is only making her secret recipes available to those who register for this class. They will be asked keep these a secret as Tess has done so for over 50 years! While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Better than Take-Out Chinese Dinner Favorites - Master Class!

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Get your chopsticks ready! Really good Chinese take-out can be very difficult to find. Register for this master class and learn how to create, from scratch, a wonderful Chinese “better-than-take-out” meal in your own kitchen. You'll learn about the various ingredients and step-by-step processes that turn your ingredients into fabulous Chinese take-out favorites and gain the confidence to create your own meals time and time again. After this class, your search for Chinese take-out will be a search through your freezer and pantry. Although most Chinese take-out items are fried, this class will also provide healthier options for cooking. A wok is recommended but not required. The class will include a cook-along option for four recipes and one additional recipe will be demonstrated. There will be a discussion/presentation about ingredients and their uses, in addition to basic equipment that is nice to have and why. Only those who register for the class will receive an all-inclusive professionally made PDF packet with the recipes and information shared during the class. Cook-along menu options: fried rice, orange chicken, General Tso’s chicken, & veggie or chicken egg rolls. Additional demonstration only recipe: chicken or pork lo mein. Prep for the class will be required by all who register ahead of the class as it will be a very busy one but a ton of fun and very informative. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Building a Festive Mediterranean Mezze/Charcuterie Board

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. The word “Mezze” refers to what are commonly known as finger foods and dips. Many Mediterranean meals consist of a variety of “mezze” items that come together creating the most wonderful flavors, tastes and textures. Learn how to bring warmth, color, and the flavors of the Mediterranean to your fall and winter gatherings with this festive Mediterranean mezze cook-along class. Chef Tess (a descendant of Spartans) will guide you through creating a stunning mezze-style charcuterie board that's perfect for sharing or seasonal entertaining any time of year. Your mezze-style charcuterie board will include four delicious scratch-made dips, warm-spiced Greek meatballs, and handmade pita bread. Mezze boards/platters will be rounded out with an array of fresh and pickled vegetables, olives, fruit and nuts for a vibrant crowd-pleasing spread! The board, platter, or table becomes the canvas upon which you create an edible work of art. Equipment needs: a food processor or blender is needed for the creation of the whipped feta. Stand mixer is recommended for the pita bread. Cook-along mezze items: silky whipped feta & tzatziki dips, Greek meatballs and homemade pita bread. Mezze items to be demonstrated: muhamarra (smoky red pepper dip), Greek hummus and, time permitting, some crispy Greek sesame bread sticks. The demonstration will include how to build the board by balancing the colors, textures and flavors, and how to build interest and visual appeal by using height and practical items found in every kitchen. This experience is all about bold delicious flavors, beautiful presentations, and the joy of gathering around Mediterranean-style food. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: one registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Chinese Steamed Bao

    Class takes place on Zoom a free online software. You will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Please have a current email on file with us. If you need to cancel one of Ploy's classes and you have already been sent a recipe for the class, you will not receive a refund. You may contact us about transferring your enrollment to another participant. Steamed buns (Bao) are a popular street food in many countries in East and Southeast Asia, especially in China. They are easy to eat and provide complete nutrients in one bite. You'll make cha shu chicken bao with pickled vegetables and cabbage bao. You'll also make the dough from scratch.
  • Online: Classic Homemade Pierogi & Sweet Berry Pierogi

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Have some fun participating in this cook-along experience as you learn how to make your own homemade classic pierogi and wonderful sweet berry pierogi with two types of homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! You'll also learn how to cook and freeze these little dumplings that you can make ahead and store for a rainy day. No fancy equipment needed. This class has been so popular; it has even been featured in the American Polish Journal! While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: one registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Copycat Cinnabon® Cinnamon Rolls, and Viral Dubai Chocolate

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Homemade sweets and treats are always wonderful around the holidays and throughout the year. Add two wonderful treats to your holiday celebration as you learn to create freshly baked homemade copycat Cinnabon® cinnamon rolls, and next level viral Dubai chocolate bars with made from scratch kadaifi (shredded phyllo)! Make them for your family for a memorable holiday breakfast or wrap them up with bows and gift them to those you hold dear. After keeping her copycat Cinnabon® cinnamon roll recipe a secret for many years, Tess has decided to share it exclusively to those that register for this class. She's been told that her rolls are considered better than actual Cinnabon® rolls. You'll love these warm, luscious and gooey rolls topped with a cream cheese frosting that is out-of-this-world delicious. Equipment needs: a 1” deep silicone Dubai chocolate bar mold is needed to create the chocolate bar. Bars can be made with simple melted chocolate. However, if a longer-lasting shiny finish is preferred, tempering the chocolate is beneficial. If you wish to temper the chocolate, an instant-read kitchen thermometer is needed. In addition, new to her holiday dessert class offerings is Tess's version of the viral Dubai chocolate bar. Tess takes the experience to the next level teaching you how to create your own kadaifi from scratch and her scratch version of pistachio cream filling for the chocolate bars. Be ready to keep all recipes a secret, as they are only shared with participants of this class. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: one registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Crafting Steamed Bao, Korean Bulgogi BBQ Chicken & Asian Pickled Veggies (Fusion Cuisine)

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. The word “bao” is derived from the word “baozi” which means “to wrap” in Mandarin. Bao buns are often described as “steamed pillows” of deliciousness that are becoming increasingly popular in North America. They are created by freshly steaming yeasted and velvety dough, and are then stuffed with a variety of fillings. During this fun-filled class participants will learn to create delicious steamed bao that will be used to wrap a little “jacket” of Korean bulgogi BBQ chicken, and a wonderful variety of Asian inspired quick pickled vegetables. Everything from the bao, the Korean bulgogi BBQ chicken and the pickled veggies will be made from scratch in a step-by-step fashion, making for a fun and exciting experience. Equipment needs: a bamboo steamer is a “nice to have”, but not necessary. A stand mixer is highly recommended. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Dim Sum Stuffed Steamed Buns - Char Siu BBQ Chicken & Asian Vegetable Fillings

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Dim Sum is more than just a meal, it's a beloved Chinese and Cantonese tradition of sharing bite-sized delights with friends and family. At the heart of many dim sum feasts are cloud-soft steamed buns filled with savory goodness. Join Tess for one of her most popular cook-along classes as she takes you step-by-step through making your own stuffed steamed buns from scratch. Learn to craft tender, homemade dough and fill it with two mouthwatering fillings: a sweet and savory Chinese BBQ chicken known as Char Siu, and a rich, flavor-packed Asian vegetarian option. Whether you’re new to dim sum or already a fan, this hands-on class will elevate your kitchen skills and bring the joy of this delicious tradition into your home. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. A bao steamer is "nice to have" but not necessary for participation. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Elegant Soups & Bread - Chicken & Dumplings, Chicken Orzo Avgolemono Soups & Gourmet French Bread

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Nothing expresses the comfort of home more than a delicious bowl of soup. Step into the world of soulful soups and gourmet French bread in this elegant, cook-along experience with Chef Tess. Create two comforting yet refined classic soups. You can choose to create one or both during the class along with a wonderful gourmet French bread loaf. Choose one soup for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other or make both! Both pair perfectly with the amazing bread you will make from scratch. On the menu: Tess's rich and creamy chicken and dumplings soup, and the Greek chicken orzo avgolemono soup she grew up with. The tender orzo helps thicken the full-flavored soup while the avgolemono, a finishing sauce made with lemon and eggs that brings everything together, creates a silky texture and vibrant flavor. The golden loaf of gourmet French bread will complement your soups; perfect for dipping, savoring, and sharing. Whether you’re looking to expand your soup repertoire or bring a touch of sophistication to your comfort food, this class blends heart and elegance in every spoonful. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Gingerbread House Bake and Build

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Gather the whole family and join in the fun as you bake and build a show-stopping gingerbread house from scratch during this festive family bake-along experience. Together, you'll combine the wonderful flavors of gingerbread and use the dough to create the pieces used to “build” breathtaking houses. You'll also whip up the perfect batch of stiff royal icing which is the edible “glue” that holds everything together and is used to decorate the houses with candies and delicious treats. You'll receive a professionally made PDF ingredient list and prep packet a week in advance to allow time for shopping and preparation. The packet also includes Tess's “gingerbread house specific” recipe that she has tested time and time again to ensure the cookie pieces are delicious but strong enough to hold the weight of the icing and decorations. A template you'll need to print and cut out before class is used as the “pattern”. Equipment needs: large sheet pan, parchment paper/non-stick baking mat, rolling pin and mixer will be needed. Other items and ingredients will be listed in the handout received a week before class. Whether you are starting a new family tradition, or continuing a beloved one, this joy-filled experience will leave you smiling and, maybe, sneaking a few gumdrops. Build sweet memories to last a lifetime! While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: one registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Handcrafted Ravioli Workshop

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Discover the joy of making fresh, handcrafted ravioli from start to finish! Join Chef Tess in one of her newest cook-along classes where you will learn how to make delicate pasta dough from scratch, roll it and fill it with two mouthwatering fillings—spinach and three cheese for vegetarian lovers, and a savory spinach-cheese blend with Italian sausage for those who prefer a little added kick and protein. Chef Tess will guide you through the process of stuffing and shaping the ravioli step-by-step then cooking them with your favorite sauces for an authentic experience. Regardless of your culinary background, this class will empower you with the artistry and assurance to create exquisite, homemade ravioli that delight every time. Equipment needs: an inexpensive pasta roller is recommended, but not required. A stand-mixer or food processor recommended for the dough and the meat filling, but not required. Ravioli maker mold, optional. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Korean Street Food

    Class takes place on Zoom a free online software. You will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Please have a current email on file with us. If you need to cancel one of Ploy's classes and you have already been sent a recipe for the class, you will not receive a refund. You may contact us about transferring your enrollment to another participant. One of the most healthful of the Asian cuisines, delicious Korean cuisine features mainly vegetables and harmonized sauces. Make delicious kimchi stew (kimchi jiigae) and stir-fried sweet potato noodles with beef (japchae). You'll finish up the class with Korean apple tea with ginger and cinnamon (SuJeongGwa).
  • Online: Mardi Gras Meets Halloween - Muffuletta, King Cake & Beignets!

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Take a culinary trip to New Orleans this Halloween with a festive, cook-along class that brings the flavors of Mardi Gras to life! You'll be guided through the step-by-step process of making fresh muffuletta bread, making a vibrant olive and veggie giardiniera-style condiment, before assembling this iconic, flavor-packed colossal sandwich. In addition, you'll be absorbed in the process of how to make a full-flavored, colorful King Cake, complete with festive flair and filling (and a surprise inside), and the making of powdered sugar-dusted beignets as Chef Tess demonstrates making these two beloved New Orleans sweets. Perfect for families and food lovers alike, this cook-along class is all about celebration, bold flavors, and letting the good times roll...NOLA style! Cook-along: muffuletta bread, vibrant olive and veggie giardiniera-style condiment, and assembling the colossal sandwich with classic deli meats and cheeses. Demonstration: New Orleans king cake & beignets. Given limited time, the king cake will need to be demonstrated during the class. Both require the creation of different yeasted dough, that requires proofing time beyond what the class allows for. Participants will receive all the recipes. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Mediterranean Holiday Elegance - Greek Dolmáthes in Avgolemono Sauce & Crusty Artisan Bread

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Experience the warmth and elegance of Greek cuisine in this one-of-a-kind cook-along experience with instructor Tess, who brings generations of culinary tradition straight to the table. She'll guide you in the process of making Dolmáthes, tender grape leaves delicately filled with savory rice and seasoned meat filling and then simmered and finished with a luxurious velvety avgolemono sauce, a classic emulsion of fresh lemon juice and egg. To complete the meal, you'll also bake a loaf of crusty artisan bread perfect for savoring the essence of the rich lemony sauce. Cherished at holiday gatherings and family feasts throughout Greece and beyond, Dolmáthes are more than a meal, they’re a tradition. Join in an evening of soulful cooking, rich flavor, and timeless technique as you learn to craft this classic from scratch with guidance rooted in generations of experience. Whether you're new to Mediterranean cooking or simply craving authentic comfort food, this cook-along experience is an invitation to slow down, savor the goodness, and cook with heart. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: one registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.
  • Online: Pastitsio, Greek Gourmet Hot Dish & Garlic Rolls (Fit for Royalty)

    Class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece and get your “OPPA” on! Learn the secrets of creating a lavish Greek hot dish called “Pastitsio” and divine gourmet garlic rolls, both of which are enjoyed by Greek families around the world, especially during holiday celebrations. Pastitsio, pronounced pas-ti-tsi-o, is a delicacy fit for royalty. It is a culmination of layered Greek pasta, savory spiced meat sauce, and a luxurious topping of often “mile high” cheesy béchamel sauce, baked to perfection. The soft, buttery, elegantly shaped garlic bread rolls bursting with flavor will round out a perfect meal. Chef Tess will also share how to create her Greek salad dressing for all who wish to include a classic Greek Salad. This is Greek gourmet at its finest. Equipment needs: a stand mixer is highly recommended for the garlic rolls. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. Your instructor’s personal recipe from this class is included in a professionally made PDF packet you'll receive after the class. Tess's recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As a bonus, Tess created a private and public group on Facebook for class participants. Everyone will receive an invite; joining is optional. Note: One registration fee for this virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.