Ditch the cookbook and unleash your culinary creativity. This hands-on class is designed to help you trust your taste buds, understand flavor combinations, and cook with confidence – no recipe required.

Over a few engaging hours, you'll learn to:

- Transform seasonal root vegetables into a hearty, satisfying soup
- Compose a vibrant chicory salad that balances bitter, sweet, and tangy notes
- Spice and roast a chicken to perfection (with a whole roasted cauliflower option for vegetarians)
- Whip up a comforting pear and ginger crisp that celebrates simplicity

But this isn't just about making these specific dishes. It's about grasping the underlying principles that will empower you to open your fridge, assess what you have, and create delicious meals on the fly.

You'll discover:
- How to build flavors using aromatics, herbs, and spices
- Techniques for balancing tastes and textures
- Seasoning by taste, not by measurement
- Ways to adapt dishes based on available ingredients

Our chef will guide you through each creation, explaining the 'why' behind every step. You'll learn to trust your senses, make confident decisions, and troubleshoot as you go.

By the end of the class, you'll have the skills to approach cooking with a newfound sense of adventure. No more panic when you realize you're missing an ingredient or when unexpected guests drop by – you'll be ready to whip up something delicious, no recipe needed.

Join us for a class filled with cooking, laughter, and ah-ha moments. Leave with a full belly and the confidence to tackle new kitchen challenges.

Menu

• Root vegetable soup with pistou
• Vadouvan roast chicken
• Chicories w/ vinaigrette
• In-season fruit crisp with oat and ginger topping