Hands-On Valentine's Day: Latin Lovers

Join us for a hands-on class this Valentine’s Day weekend while our chef teaches you how to prepare an elegant meal fit for a special occasion.

Menu: 

• Tequila and Citrus-Marinated Scallop and Shrimp Ceviche with Avocados and Mangos   
• Roasted Halibut with Spiced Pumpkin Seed Crust and Chipotle Compound Butter
• Cumin Spiced Sautéed Brussels Sprouts 
• Risotto with Roasted Poblanos and Queso Añejo
• Chocolate Kahlua Mousse 

Skills covered in class:

• Getting familiar with Latin ingredients 
• Selecting shellfish and fish
• Balancing flavors
• Selecting avocados 
• Determining fish doneness
• Preparing nut crusts
• Making compound butter
• Sautéing green vegetables
• Working with arborio rice
• Whipping egg whites and cream
• Selecting chocolate

In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to five and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.

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