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LCBO Exmouth Street | 1330 Exmouth Street, Sarnia, Ontario
N7S 3X9 | (519) 542-6836

To register and purchase your tickets please visit the Customer Service Desk at the desired location. Please contact the participating store for details. Spaces are limited so book your place soon. Participants must be 19 years of age or older.

To ensure the safety of your learning environment please inform us of any food allergies you may have.


March


Tuesday, March 2 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm

DUELLING CHEFS: “SHE SAID, SHE SAID” * | $85

Experience a culinary adventure unlike most others as Chefs Suzy Cui and Yvette Gabraiel present an Asian and Arabic flavour to a superb line-up of fresh ingredients. Sample Lentil Soup; Asian Creamy Chicken Soup; Stir Fry Chicken and Mixed Vegetables (Asian- and Arabic-style); Tabbouleh; an Asian version of Tabbouleh; Scented Thai Rice; and Moroccan-Saffron rice.

Wednesday, March 3 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

VEGETARIAN DELIGHTS | $50

Stefani Hoyt-Waterhouse, a nutritionist, vegan chef and owner of Mandorla Yoga and Wellness Centre, knows that savoury and delicious dishes help to warm a person from the inside out. Learn how to prepare a vegetarian menu bursting with flavour: Pomegranate Soup; Savoury Mushroom Steaks with a Creamy Mango Chutney; Lemon Risotto; and warm fresh-baked Vegan Gluten-free Bread with handmade Vegan Butters.

Wednesday, March 10 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

AWESOME APPETIZERS | $50

Executive chef Michael Mansfield explores new ways to present and prepare delicious and impressive finger-foods: Oysters Rockefeller; Rosemary and Garlic Chicken Satay; Smoked Salmon Pinwheels; Curry Pineapple Sauté on Baked Brie; and more.

Wednesday, March 24 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm

CAJUN COMFORT FOODS* | $85

Cajun cooking is very near and dear to Chef Laura Clarke- Giberson’s heart. Join Chef Laura in this full-meal class as she shares some of her treasured recipes and methods of preparing classic Cajun recipes: Cream of Shrimp Soup; Sausage Gumbo; Catfish Court-bouillon; Chicken Fricassé; and Beignettes with Praline Sauce.

Tuesday, March 30 | 7:00 - 9:00 pm

HANDS-ON CHINESE DUMPLINGS (Hands-On Class) | $75

CCulinary instructor Suzy Cui shares her culinary magic and cooking tips on how to make fresh dumpling dough from scratch, and prepare different fillings and dipping sauces. Sample a bowl of tasty Wonton Noodle Soup; Asian Napa Salad; Shrimp and Chive Dumplings; Bok Choy Dumplings; and more.

APRIL


Wednesday, April 14 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

GLUTEN-FREE DECADENT DELIGHTS | $50

Gluten-free need not be flavour-free. Vegan Chef and nutritionist Stefani Hoyt, of Mandorla Yoga & Wellness, presents an evening of decadence and indulgence in the world of gluten-free baking. While this class will be perfect for those with Celiac or Crohn’s, it is also beneficial for anyone looking to keep their waist lines trim without losing their taste for life. Enjoy Flourless Chocolate Cake; Frosted Banana Spice Cupcakes; Quinoa Breakfast Brownies; and Pear Polenta Muffins.

Tuesday, April 20 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

CHINESE HOT POTS | $60

Join in the fun as Featured Chef Suzy Cui teaches you how to prepare spicy and mild broths, a variety of dipping sauces, and select and prepare your favourite ingredients for your own hot pot main courses. Sample chicken, beef, shrimp, dumplings, noodles, and more. Register for this class where one lucky registrant will go home with a tray of dumplings with homemade dipping sauce.

Chef Profile Class

Wednesday, April 21 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

FLAVOURFUL BITES FOR THE SEASON | $50

Flavourful, impressive dishes, incorporating hints of the latest in molecular gastronomy await you as Chef Nathan Dawe, of Paddy Flaherty’s, showcases spring-inspired recipes. Sample Cucumber Noodles marinated in a Spicy Apricot Vinaigrette with Watermelon and Goat Cheese; Cumin-crusted Rack of Lamb with Spicy Mint Purée and Orange-Cilantro Caviar; Pasta Shells stuffed with Ricotta, Braised Chicken Thighs, Grilled Asparagus and Fennel with Tarragon Foam; and Fruit Galette with Strawberry Syrup and Vanilla Ice Cream.

Wednesday, April 28 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

STYLISH AND SOPHISTICATED: COOKING WITH WINE | $50

Executive chef Tony James, of Ups and Downs, knows that fine wine adds a sumptuous character to the preparation of fine foods. Share in some of Chef Tony’s favourite recipes using wine: White Wine and Wild Mushroom Bisque; Lobster Newburg; Coq Au Vin; Wine and Coriander New Potatoes; and Sabayon with Strawberries.

May


Wednesday, May 5 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

MIDDLE EASTERN DELIGHTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY | $50

Introduce a new sense of energy to your meal preparation and treat your Mom to Middle Eastern delights with this menu prepared by culinary instructor Nabila Salem: Couscous with Cranberries, Chick Peas, Fresh Herbs, Curry and Cumin; Shishbarak (Tortellini in Yogurt Garlic Mint Sauce); Ejeh Be-Lahem (Middle Eastern version of quiche made with beef and pine nuts); Mixed Greens with Pears, Caramelized Walnuts and Goat Cheese; and Kunafah (very fine vermicelli-like pastry baked in the oven with ricotta cheese and topped with pine nuts and rose syrup).

Wednesday, May 12 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Weekend Entertaining | $50

Learn how to savour every minute of your weekends with a little advance planning. Chef Laura Clarke-Giberson, of Caldwell’s Grant in Amherstburg, will provide some helpful tips and show you how to prepare wonderful make-ahead foods such as Sweet Pea Salad with Chili Lime Shrimp; Brown Ale and Maple-glazed Chicken Wings; Turkish Lamb Burgers in Pita; Bucket of Clams with Lemongrass Butter; and Fresh Berry Pavlova.

Tuesday, May 18 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

TEXAS-INSPIRED GRILLING | $60

Enjoy authentic Texas-style grilled foods as Executive chef Gabe Botezan, of On The Front Restaurant & Lounge, shares his passion for grilling. Taste Tomato Jalapeño Soup; Tijuana Flank Steak Salad with Avocado, Tomato, Red Onions, and Chili Lime Vinaigrette; Texas Rub Cowboy Steak served with Potato Hash, Corn-Cilantro Salsa and Ancho-Chili Béarnaise Sauce; and Spiced Chocolate Mousse.

Wednesday, May 19 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

AMBIENCE OF PARIS | $50

Is there anything such as uncomplicated French cooking? Mais oui! Chef Nigel Beach, of Chef Nigel Personal Chef Service, presents a menu that’s bound to evoke longings for the “City of Lights” as he demonstrates a menu typically prepared in a French kitchen: Lentil Soup; Chicken Breast with Orange Tarragon Sauce; and a luscious dessert of Fresh Strawberries and Almonds

Wednesday, May 26 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

KOREAN FINGER FOODS | $50

Perfect for your next gathering, or even a casual evening at home, Chef and caterer Heejin Jeong will show you how to create stunning, flavourful foods with an authentic Korean-influence. Sample Radish Wrap; Bulgogy on Ice; Potato Cheeseball; Korean Fresh Spring Roll; Kimchi Bacon Roll and Rice Cake with Dried Fruit.

june


Wednesday, June 2 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

THE MAGIC OF FRESH HERBS | $50

Executive chef Tony James shows you how to use herbs and get the most out of them in your cooking. Broaden your culinary horizons and sample Chicken, Lemon and Tarragon Soup; Fresh Tomato, Basil and Bocconcini Salad; Pan-fried Filet of Snapper with Marjoram and Prosciutto; and Pesto Chicken.

Wednesday, June 9 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION | $60

Pay tribute to that special man in your life and experience a burst of spring-inspired flavouring as Executive chef Wade Fitzgerald, of Garlic’s of London, demonstrates a menu featuring Organic Asparagus Bisque with Candied Peanuts and Ginger Foam; Pan-fried Ontario Rainbow Trout with local Wild Garlic; Atlantic Lobster Agnolotti served with Sweet Yellow Onion Chutney; and Rhubarb Iced Tea with Strawberry Shortcake.

Wednesday, June 16 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm

FROM THE STEAK AND STIR-FRY GRILL | $50

Executive chef Paul Chanko travels from Windsor’s Junk Steak & Stir Fry Lounge to introduce you to cuisine that’s fun, flavourful and exciting. Sample Vietnamese Shrimp Rolls; Grilled Junk Chicken on Asian Broth; Grilled Filet of Beef with Chimichurri Sauce; and Mango Purée. Register for this class where two lucky registrants will have the opportunity to go home with a $30 gift certificate towards a food menu purchase at Junk Steak & Stir Fry Lounge.

*These classes feature full portions of the recipes prepared. Seating is limited.

We reserve the right to cancel or postpone classes, (in which case, participants will be notified and fully reimbursed or offered a credit). A refund or transfer is available up to five days before class(es) begin. No refunds or transfers for missed class(es).

 
     
 
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