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July
Mugnaini's Wood-Fired Saturdays
at the Relish Culinary Center
Now that the Mugnaini Wood-Fired Oven is installed, Andrea Mugnaini and her staff will be at the Relish Culinary Center in Healdsburg for Mugnaini's Wood-Fired Saturdays on July 5, August 23 and September 27. If you're at the Farmers Market or just here in town, drop by between 10 AM and 12 PM to see the oven fired up, ask questions and enjoy tastes of exquisite dishes fresh from the oven. Complementary wine tastes will be provided by Truett Hurst Winery. No charge.
California Rancho Lunch
with Kevin McKenzie
Sunday,
July 6
11:00 AM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$75
At one time, Mexican Ranchos covered some of the most fertile land in California—in Sonoma County, the same land that produces world class wine today. There is little visible evidence of the old ranchos but the cultural influences from Spain and Mexico certainly remain. We’ll focus on the culinary influences as Chef Kevin McKenzie demonstrates this gourmet meal with robust flavors and local ingredients such as Vella Jack cheese, farm-fresh produce and north coast seafood. Our lunch menu will be paired with local wines.
Chicken 101 (hands-on)
with Janis Frey
Thursday,
July 10
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$85
Grill, roast, sauté, poach? Learn all the basic techniques for preparing chicken and you’ll never think chicken is boring again. Chef Janis Frey will show you perfect sauté techniques, a fried chicken recipe that will be the envy of friends and family, and classic and modern methods for preparing different parts of the chicken to ensure even cooking. Best of all, these recipes can be modified with different herbs, spices and vegetables to create infinite variations…once you know the techniques. After this class, you will look forward to cooking chicken and you will be confident that the resulting dishes will taste fantastic. We'll enjoy our chicken dishes with fun local wines.
Locals and visitors alike are smitten by the Healdsburg Farmers Market. Local growers, cheesemakers, fisherman, and other artisans come together to create a mutually sustaining gathering place for the community. Meet these purveyors, taste their exquisite products and explore new flavors at these monthly Chef's Market events. Stroll through the market with a local chef, enjoy a brief cooking demonstration at the market, then walk across the street to the Relish Culinary Center for a hands-on cooking workshop. Share the table with some of the local farmers as we enjoy lunch paired with local wines.
Chef's Market: Peaches (hands-on)
with Gayle Sullivan
Saturday,
July 12
10:00 AM Farmers Market Tour and Market Demonstration (open to the public)
11:00 AM Class & Lunch
Healdsburg Farmers Market & Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$90
Chef Gayle Sullivan divides her time between her home in San Francisco and her home at the Dry Creek Peach & Produce farm outside of Healdsburg. Chef Gayle sells her peaches to notable Bay Area restaurants and at the Healdsburg Farmers Market. Gayle will step away from her stall to lead this workshop featuring—what else?—sweet and savory peach recipes. You'll start with a Peach Bellini as you watch Gayle demonstrate how to make peach jam and delicate peach galettes. Then you'll work in teams to create the remaining three courses. We'll enjoy our peach-infused lunch paired with local wines and each guest will take home a small jar of peach jam.
A Mexican Feast
with John Ash
Saturday,
July 12
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$95
Chef John Ash will share some delicious recipes that are perfect for a summertime gathering with friends...or anytime you are craving great Mexican-inspired food. Combining Mexican flavors with farm-fresh local ingredients harkens back to the rancho days here in Sonoma County. Chef John will demonstrate this Latin-inspired menu featuring chiles, tomatillos, achiote, crema and more. As with all classes with chef John, he will share so much more than recipes—the history and background of ingredients and techniques—and his enthusiasm for good food is infectious. The complete dinner will be served with wines specially selected for the menu.
Tasting & Talking Wine: Cool vs. Warm Climates
with Tom Simoneau
Thursday,
July 17 Sold out. Thank you.
6:30 PM
Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$50 (or $45/class for three or more Thursday
wine classes)
There are so many variables in winemaking, starting with the grapes themselves. What is the effect of grapes grown in regions with different climates? Are warmer climate wines always bigger and cooler climate wines softer? We’re going to find out at this class where we will compare Cabernet, Syrah, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc and other wines grown in both warm and cool areas. Discover the differences for yourself.
At these Thursday evening classes, you will learn how to taste wine like a wine judge, exploring color, aroma and flavor. There's no wrong answer as we casually discuss what we see, smell and taste. Our instructor Tom Simoneau—grape grower, vintner, wine judge and educator—leads a lively discussion and shares first-hand knowledge about all things wine, from technical details to personal relationships with other winemakers.
You'll enjoy twelve superb wines hand-selected by Tom based on the evening's theme. Each
class provides a unique opportunity to taste side-by-side an inspired
compilation of wine—the price for one bottle usually costs more than class
price. Tom is able to procure amazing wines for these events; check out
the wines from
previous classes to see wine lists from prior classes. At the
end of the evening, you will participate in an informal vote to choose a
class favorite. The following week, you'll hear Tom talk about the
results of the vote on his daily radio "wine minute" on KSRO 1350. Light
snacks will be served.
Perfect Grilling (hands-on)
with Janis and Larry Frey
Friday,
July 18
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$90 (or $240 for all three summer grilling classes)
Here are some new grilling recipes to jazz up your summer menus. Grilling experts Janis and Larry Frey will lead you as you grill in Relish’s outdoor kitchen using a combination of gas and charcoal grills. Through this varied menu, you will learn techniques and secrets to perfectly grill and roast vegetables and even fruit. And you’ll discover why “Weber” paella is the perfect dish for entertaining. At the end of the class, we will enjoy the complete meal paired with wonderful local wines.
- Baba Ghanoush (Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip) with Roasted Peppers and Grilled Pita Bread
- Smoky Corn Chowder with Lime Crema
- "Weber" Paella with Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Mussels, Clams and Shrimp
- Grilled Peach "Melba"
Kid's Cooking Camp (hands-on)
with Jennifer Lange
Monday - Thursday,
July 21-24
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$245 (for kids 9-12 years old)
This hands-on cooking camp will enable kids to find their inner chef. Chef Jennifer Lange has created a wonderful collection of menus that the kids will cook themselves, using the freshest local ingredients. At this cooking camp, kids will learn kitchen and food safety, proper kitchen behavior, and basic measuring and prep skills. In addition, kids will participate in additional food-related activities such as visiting the nearby Safeway to read nutrition labels and hunt for healthy snacks, touring a local organic farm to see where our food comes from, learning how to decorate and set a table and more. Each day the kids will cook and eat lunch together. On Thursday, parents are invited for lunch cooked and served by the students.
Exquisite Summer Appetizers (hands-on)
with Christopher Greenwald
Friday,
July 25
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$90
Summer entertaining can be casual and unstructured or formal and traditional. Whichever you prefer, it should always be festive and delicious. At this class, you will create imaginative appetizers that can be part of any summer gathering, dressed up or down. The delightful chef Chris Greenwald will lead you as you make this wonderful assortment of dishes, followed by an appetizer party with a variety of exceptional wine pairings.
Asian Noodles (hands-on)
with Mei Ibach
Saturday,
July 26
5:30 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$85
Crisp Asian flavors are perfect for summertime. Light noodle dishes served warm or cool also work perfectly for warm weather meals. Chef Mei Ibach will introduce you to a wide variety of regional Asian dishes using a many different kinds of noodles—wheat, rice, soba, mung bean and more. Chef Mei will lead us as we explore the flavors of each region through these delicious recipes. We'll enjoy our noodle dinner with a variety of local wines.
August
On the Farm is a series of culinary events designed to illustrate the connection between farm and table. All On the Farm events include a farm tour, cooking class, and complete meal served with local wines. The On the Farm chefs, chosen because of an affinity with the particular farm, will demonstrate recipes that highlight the farm’s specialty, whether it is produce picked at the peak of freshness or artisan cheese at the height of flavor. Please join us as we meet the farmers who are passionate about sustainable practices, learn from the chefs who artfully capture flavors, and share the splendid feast that results.
On the Farm: Dry Creek Peach 
with John Ash
Saturday,
August 2 SOLD OUT. Thank you.
5:00 PM
Dry Creek Peach and Produce, Healdsburg
$105
We're back at the bucolic Dry Creek Peach orchard for this magical event. Upon arrival at the farm, you will be greeted with a chilled White Peach Bellini and ripe heirloom peach samples by farm owners Gayle and Brian Sullivan before they lead you on a tour of the beautiful orchard at the peak of harvest. After the tour, celebrated chef and author John Ash will demonstrate a sophisticated dinner that features (what else?) peaches and other produce from the farm. A complete four-course dinner will be served with Dry Creek Valley wines.
- Peach, Watermelon and Jicama Salad with Feta
- Grilled Brined Pork Chops with Peach Compote
- Summer Succotash
- Coconut Pavlova with Peaches and Blueberries
Surrounded by vineyards, Dry Creek Peach & Produce is the last remaining fruit farm in the Dry Creek valley appellation and the only dedicated, certified organic peach farm in Sonoma County. Please wear sturdy shoes and a sun hat for the orchard tour.
Savory Pies and Sweet Tarts (hands-on)
with Maria deCorpo
Sunday,
August 3
11:00 AM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$90
Or is it Sweet Pies and Savory Tarts? At this hands-on workshop, Chef Maria deCorpo will share recipes for a variety of both sweet and savory pies and tarts, incorporating summer's best fruits and vegetables. You’ll work with a variety of crusts like phyllo, puff pastry and pâte brisée and pâte sucre and different toppings such as crumbs, crumbles and nuts, helping you overcome any hesitation you might have working with dough. Some of the dishes in this diverse menu can be served as a main course, others are fantastic accompaniments and, of course, some are mouthwatering desserts. We’ll enjoy a savory and sweet pie and tart buffet paired with local wine.
Tasting & Talking Wine: Sonoma vs. Napa - Can you taste the difference?
with Tom Simoneau
Thursday,
August 7 SOLD OUT. Thank you.
6:30 PM
Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$50 (or $45/class for three or more Thursday
wine classes)
Like Apple vs. PC, everyone has a preference between Napa and Sonoma wines. But is that preference based on facts or emotions? At this class, our goal is to enlighten you, maybe surprise you, with discoveries about both regions. We’ll taste the best of Napa and Sonoma as we discuss the similarities and differences in the terroir of both world-renowned wine regions.
At these Thursday evening classes, you will learn how to taste wine like a wine judge, exploring color, aroma and flavor. There's no wrong answer as we casually discuss what we see, smell and taste. Our instructor Tom Simoneau—grape grower, vintner, wine judge and educator—leads a lively discussion and shares first-hand knowledge about all things wine, from technical details to personal relationships with other winemakers.
You'll enjoy twelve superb wines hand-selected by Tom based on the evening's theme. Each
class provides a unique opportunity to taste side-by-side an inspired
compilation of wine—the price for one bottle usually costs more than class
price. Tom is able to procure amazing wines for these events; check out
the wines from
previous classes to see wine lists from prior classes. At the
end of the evening, you will participate in an informal vote to choose a
class favorite. The following week, you'll hear Tom talk about the
results of the vote on his daily radio "wine minute" on KSRO 1350. Light
snacks will be served.
On the Farm is a series of culinary events designed to illustrate the connection between farm and table. All On the Farm events include a farm tour, cooking class, and complete meal served with local wines. The On the Farm chefs, chosen because of an affinity with the particular farm, will demonstrate recipes that highlight the farm’s specialty, whether it is produce picked at the peak of freshness or artisan cheese at the height of flavor. Please join us as we meet the farmers who are passionate about sustainable practices, learn from the chefs who artfully capture flavors, and share the splendid feast that results.
On the Farm: ZIN Garden
with Jeff Mall
Friday,
August 8
5:00 PM
The ZIN Garden, Healdsburg
$105
Upon arriving at the farm, chef Jeff Mall will lead a tour of his private ZIN Garden, giving you an exclusive look at the seasonal ingredients that inspire the regional American cooking style at ZIN Restaurant. We’ll help chef Jeff pick ripe tomatoes and other ingredients for the cooking demonstration where he'll feature his hand-built wood-fired oven. This will be the “ul-tomato” wine country farm experience as we enjoy the vineyard views, watch the sun set behind the western hills, and savor a complete dinner served with local wine.
Locals and visitors alike are smitten by the Healdsburg Farmers Market. Local growers, cheesemakers, fisherman, and other artisans come together to create a mutually sustaining gathering place for the community. Meet these purveyors, taste their exquisite products and explore new flavors at these monthly Chef's Market events. Stroll through the market with a local chef, enjoy a brief cooking demonstration at the market, then walk across the street to the Relish Culinary Center for a hands-on cooking workshop. Share the table with some of the local farmers as we enjoy lunch paired with local wines.
Chef's Market: Peak-of-Summer Produce (hands-on)
with Elissa Rubin-Mahon
Saturday,
August 9
10:00 AM Farmers Market Tour and Market Demonstration (open to the public)
11:00 AM Class & Lunch
Healdsburg Farmers Market & Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$90
Chef Elissa Rubin-Mahon is a very active Slow Food member whose Artisan Preserves have garnered kudos from many in the industry such as Paula Wolfert. Elissa will share preserving secrets through a canning demonstration. Guests will use the canned ingredients along with lots of fresh-from-the-market ingredients to create this enchanting lunch menu. We'll share our lunch as we sip local wines.
“The Sweetest Little Fair in Sonoma County”
August 9 - 10
Ragle Ranch Park, Sebastopol
www.farmtrails.org
Cooking demonstrations sponsored by Relish Culinary Adventures
The Art of Wood Fired Cooking
with Andrea Mugnaini
Sunday,
August 10
10:00 AM
Relish Culinary Center,
Healdsburg
$95
Join Chef Andrea Mugnaini in the Relish Culinary Center outdoor kitchen as she shares her passion for wood-fired cooking. Highlighting her signature Mugnaini Italian Wood Fired Ovens, Andrea will demonstrate diverse and delicious menu items that illustrate the versatility of a wood-fired oven: from the cornerstone of outdoor entertaining to a practical and beautiful addition in the kitchen. If you have a wood fired oven, are considering purchasing one, or just want to taste of slice of wine country lifestyle, you will love this class. A complete lunch will be served from the wood fired oven and paired with local wines.
Tomato Mania
with Justin Wrangler
Saturday,
August 16
11:00 AM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$85
Preview the upcoming Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival at this wonderful demonstration class lead by chef Justin Wrangler, executive chef at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates. Chef Justin knows his tomatoes—Kendall-Jackson has been hosting the Heirloom Tomato Festival for twelve years—and will share recipes and secrets for exquisite tomato dishes. You’ll learn about the flavor profiles of different heirloom tomato varieties—from yellow cherries to purple beefsteak—and how to optimize these flavors in your home cooking. We’ll enjoy our four-course lunch paired with Kendall-Jackson wines.
Cheesemaking Workshop (partial hands-on)
with Sheana Davis
Sunday,
August 17
1:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$95
At this interactive workshop, Sheana Davis, cheesemaker and producer of The Sonoma Valley Cheese Conference, will show you how to make a variety of fresh cheeses such as chevre (fresh goat cheese), crème fraiche and fromage blanc with assistance from guests. In addition to demonstrating techniques that are surprisingly easy to reproduce at home, Sheana will discuss artisan cheesemaking and wine and cheese pairing suggestions. At the end of the class, we will enjoy a festive wine reception where we will make layered cheese tortas and taste our homemade cheeses along with local artisan cheeses and creative accompaniments. You will take home instructions and a set of cultures to encourage you to make these wonderful fresh cheeses at home.
Slow Food Ark of Taste Dinner
with John Littlewood and Todd Muir
Thursday,
August 21
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$90
Local chefs and Slow Food members John Littlewood and Todd Muir are creating a dinner menu combining foods identified by the Slow Food organization as endangered with native and heritage foods. In celebrating these foods, we are supporting Slow Food's mission to preserve global biodiversity as part of a healthy worldwide food system. We will be procuring ingredients for this dinner from local farmers who are growing some of these foods as part of the effort to save them. And, through the cooking demonstration by chefs John and Todd, we hope to spread the word about these ingredients and how to use them in your own meals. The best part is that these talented chefs will create a sumptuous meal with these ingredients that we will enjoy with local wine.
Mugnaini's Wood-Fired Saturdays
at the Relish Culinary Center
Now that the Mugnaini Wood-Fired Oven is installed, Andrea Mugnaini and her staff will be at the Relish Culinary Center in Healdsburg for Mugnaini's Wood-Fired Saturdays on August 23 and September 27. If you're at the Farmers Market or just here in town, drop by between 10 AM and 12 PM to see the oven fired up, ask questions and enjoy tastes of exquisite dishes fresh from the oven. Complementary wine tastes will be provided by Truett Hurst Winery. No charge.
Summer Roasting and Grilling
with Janis and Larry Frey
Saturday,
August 23
6:00 PM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$90 (or $240 for all three summer grilling classes)
Summer vacation may be winding down but the summer vegetable harvest is in full swing. Outdoor grilling is the best way to stay cool on these warm August nights. Grilling experts Janis and Larry Frey will lead you as you roast and grill this flavorful menu on a combination of gas and charcoal grills and a Mugnaini Italian wood-fired oven in Relish’s outdoor kitchen. You will learn techniques and secrets to flawlessly roast vegetables and grill perfect shrimp, create impressive (but very easy) roulades of beef, roast fruit to caramelize sugars, and much more. At the end of the class, we will enjoy our dinner paired with wonderful local wines.
Frutti di Mare - Italian Seafood
with Deborah Dal Fovo
Sunday,
August 24
11:00 AM
Relish Culinary Center, Healdsburg
$95
Italians make cooking with Frutti di Mare (fish and shellfish) look easy – and it is! Italian chef Deborah Dal Fovo will teach you Italy’s best kept secrets to preparing perfect seafood dishes. She’ll discuss how to choose the freshest fish, keep it simple and cook on the spot to bring the Italian seaside to your table wherever it may be. Our Italian seafood feast will be served with local wines.
- Pasta alla Siciliana (Sicilian-Style Pasta with Fresh Tuna, Olives, Capers and Tomatoes)
- Whole Grilled Fish laced with Rosemary served with Aioli and Fresh Parsley Sauce (Pesce alla Griglia al Profumo di Rosmarino col Salsa Verde)
- Roasted Summer Vegetable Melange (Teglia di Verdure Estive al Forno)
- Lemon Sorbet Cups (Limoni Farciti al Sorbetto
Fall/Holiday classes will be posted in July.
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