You know Chef Dave does not bake or decorate.  Chef Barbara got him to make some awesome cookies.

Her shortbread cookies as a base are to die for!  The icing and decorations make you want to bite all of them.  Trust us, you will love this class!

Chef Barbara Bria Pugliese is a graduate and blue ribbon recipient in Culinary and Pastry Arts from Peter Kumps New York Cooking School, now known as the Institute of Culinary Education.

This Valentine's impress your friends and family with stunning and great tasting decorated cookies. They are a tasty and decorative way to say "I love you".

With instruction you will learn the basic techniques of outlining, filling and decorating cookies.  In a short amount of time your cookies will look like works of art!

This is a HANDS-ON Style class.  

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional charge.

Chef Anthony Presents

Palomilla

People have asked me how come I can’t buy palomilla steaks outside of Tampa?  Where does this steak come from?  

The palomilla steak comes from the top sirloin butt which is the center of the sirloin.  It is trimmed of any excess fat which makes this cut very lean.  Then the steaks are cut against the grain and pounded very thin.  It originated somewhere between Spain and Cuba and made its way to Tampa at the turn of the 20th century with the cigar industry.  All the Latin markets in Ybor City sold these steaks to the cigar workers.

Tonight’s menu features the Palomilla steak prepared Alicante style which is a breaded steak with Alicante sauce and a grilled jumbo shrimp on top. Ybor City’s version of surf & turf.

Tonight's Menu:

Spanish Bean Soup

Palomilla Steak Alicante (Breaded Palomilla Steak with Alicante Sauce)

Yellow Rice with Chorizo and White Asparagus

Spanish Hot Chocolate with Churros

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style class.

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

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PRIVATE PARTY: State Farm - Frame

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu: Elegant and Easy
1/2 White Fish Wellington

1/2 Beef Wellington

Type: Team Building

Final Number Confirmed: Jan 30, 2012

Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM

Preliminary Number: 18

Deposit: 50% Non-refundable paid 12/13/2011

Gratuity: 20% Payable at Completion

Beverages: WINE AND BEER BY THE BOTTLE CONSUMBED

 Cooking Series 201

"Beyond the Recipe" 

This class is the FIFTH day of a 5 week series.

Tonight's Menu

SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT

Bravo's Top Chef Season 9 Contestant

RICHIE FARINA

Richie Farina is a contestant on the ninth season of Top Chef.  A graduate of Johnson and Wales University, he is the Executive Sous Chef at Moto in Chicago.  A three-time winner of the National Collegiate Ice Carving Championship, he trained in several restaurants in Boston before his move to Chicago. 

So that is who Richie is now, but we knew him when...Richie was a previous employee of Rolling Pin.  He worked for Karen and Chef Dave at RP Brandon Town Center.  Mind you, it was minus a few tattoos, a few piercings and a Mohawk ago, but even then they knew how talented Richie was and what a great success he would become.  

Richie's family still lives in Riverview and visits when he can.  

Chef Dave and Karen are thrilled to be hosting Chef Richie back in Brandon for his only Florida appearance and cooking classes. 

Richie's cooking style and culinary point of view is that of playful, whimsical wonderful food.  His classes promise to be both tasty and filled with fun.

We expect his classes to sell out quickly, so don't delay.  Seats are limited.   

 Read Chef's Bio

Read Chicago Sun Times Article

Tonight's Menu:

Crab "Cake" with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Rib-eye and Onion4 (onions 4 ways)

Braised Chicken and Roasted Beets with Puffed Rice

Potato Puree

"Chili Cheese Dog" (Milk Chocolate, Cake, Raspberry and Orange) 

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Class

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional charge. 

Seating is limited for this event.  We will be reserving seats based on the date and time of your reservation.   

If you have multiples in your party, one person should register everyone so that the party will be seated together.  If you have any questions, contact Kelly Bock at kbock@rollingpinonline.com or 813-653-2418 x201.

SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT

Bravo's Top Chef Season 9 Contestant

RICHIE FARINA

Richie Farina is a contestant on the ninth season of Top Chef.  A graduate of Johnson and Wales University, he is the Executive Sous Chef at Moto in Chicago.  A three-time winner of the National Collegiate Ice Carving Championship, he trained in several restaurants in Boston before his move to Chicago. 

So that is who Richie is now, but we knew him when...Richie was a previous employee of Rolling Pin.  He worked for Karen and Chef Dave at RP Brandon Town Center.  Mind you, it was minus a few tattoos, a few piercings and a Mohawk ago, but even then they knew how talented Richie was and what a great success he would become.  

Richie's family still lives in Riverview and visits when he can.  

Chef Dave and Karen are thrilled to be hosting Chef Richie back in Brandon for his only Florida appearance and cooking classes. 

Richie's cooking style and culinary point of view is that of playful, whimsical wonderful food.  His classes promise to be both tasty and filled with fun.

We expect his classes to sell out quickly, so don't delay.  Seats are limited.   

 Read Chef's Bio

Read Chicago Sun Times Article

Tonight's Menu:

Crab "Cake" with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Rib-eye and Onion4 (oniond 4 ways)

Braised Chicken and Roasted Beets with Puffed Rice

Potato Puree

"Chili Cheese Dog" (Milk Chocolate, Cake, Raspberry and Orange) 

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Class

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional charge. 

Seating is limited for this event.  We will be reserving seats based on the date and time of your reservation.   

If you have multiples in your party, one person should register everyone so that the party will be seated together.  If you have any questions, contact Kelly Bock at kbock@rollingpinonline.com or 813-653-2418 x201.

Tweens Cook Too

Be My Valentine Dinner!

Ages 10 - 15

Today's Menu:

Tomato Basil Soup with Heart Croutons

Pork tenderloin with Bing Cherry Sauce

Pan Roasted Potatoes with Fresh Herbs

Molten Lava Cakes with Raspberries and Whipped Cream

This is a HANDS-ON Style Class and Last 2 hours and 15 minutes!

Seating is LIMITED, so sign up early!

Rolling Pin is Proud to Present

SPECIAL EXCLUSIVE EVENING EVENT

Southern Chef and Cookbook Author

CHEF VIRGINIA WILLIS

Basic: Anne's Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Gratin

Brilliant: Andouille Stuffed Garlic Studded Pork Loin 

Basic: Winter Greens and Butternut Squash Gratin

Basic: Coca Cola Cake

These dishes will leave you ready to put on an apron and run to your stove.  Virginia is a best-selling author for a reason - she knows her way around the kitchen like no one else.  Don't miss out on this valuable lesson from a world-class teacher.
 
To learn more about what Virginia is up to go to:

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Event

Seats are limited, so sign up early!

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

Other wines are available by the glass and bottle at an additional charge. 
 

Chef Barbara Present

Valentine's Cookie Decorating

You know Chef Dave does not bake or decorate.  Chef Barbara got him to make some awesome cookies.

Her shortbread cookies as a base are to die for!  The icing and decorations make you want to bite all of them.  Trust us, you will love this class!

Chef Barbara Bria Pugliese is a graduate and blue ribbon recipient in Culinary and Pastry Arts from Peter Kumps New York Cooking School, now known as the Institute of Culinary Education.

This Valentine's impress your friends and family with stunning and great tasting decorated cookies. They are a tasty and decorative way to say "I love you".

With instruction you will learn the basic techniques of outlining, filling and decorating cookies.  In a short amount of time your cookies will look like works of art!

This is a HANDS-ON Style class.  

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional charge.

  Read Student Reviews

This class is the third day of a 5 week series.

This series of fundamental cooking classes focuses on the techniques and skills needed to become a confident home cook. 

Skills to Learn: Braising, Blanching, and Basic Reductions.

Tonight's Menu:

Italian Green Beans with Smoked French Cheese

Braised Crispy Chicken with Garlic and Spinach

Rice Pilaf

Fresh Seasonal Berries with Balsamic Reduction

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included with this class  

Private Lesson

COTT

This is a Private Lesson for 2 guests. 

Menu: TBD

Style: Hands-on

Beverages: Included

Registration is RESTRICTED to invitation list ONLY!  

Valentine's Dinner
Love At First Bite

Valentine's Dinner is a special event. Though this holiday is usually a couple's time, our Valentine's Dinner is about appreciating those who are important to you.  Could be your spouse, boy or girl friend, just a friend or family member. 

Come join us as we celebrate together. 

Tonight's Menu:

Lobster Crisps in Champagne Sauce

Grilled Romaine Salad with a White Wine Vinaigrette

Grilled Filet Mignon with a Burgundy Butter served with Yukon Gold Potatoes and Shallots and Haricot Verts

Double Chocolate Tart with Black Pepper Ice Cream

 
This is a DEMONSTRATION style class.  

Champagne, Fine Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Valentine's Dinner
Love At First Bite

Valentine's Dinner is a special event. Though this holiday is usually a couple's time, our Valentine's Dinner is about appreciating those who are important to you.  Could be your spouse, boy or girl friend, just a friend or family member. 

Come join us as we celebrate together. 

Tonight's Menu:

Lobster Crisps in Champagne Sauce

Grilled Romaine Salad with a White Wine Vinaigrette

Grilled Filet Mignon with a Burgundy Butter served with Yukon Gold Potatoes and Shallots and Haricot Verts

Double Chocolate Tart with Black Pepper Ice Cream

This is a DEMONSTRATION style class.  

Champagne, Fine Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

AFTERNOON TEA 

Afternoon Teas at the Rolling Pin consist of a freshly baked scone, 3 tea sandwiches and a bit of something sweet to finish.  Tea is served throughout the event. 

So sit back, relax, converse with a friend or make some new ones as Chef Lynnette prepares each of the recipes from scratch just for you.  

In honor of our past Presidents, I have chosen a few their favorite foods.

Today's Menu:

George Washington - Cherry-Rose Scones

Thomas Jefferson - Asparagus Salad in Crumb Cups

Ronald Regan - Truffled Deviled Eggs

George W. Bush - Mini Chicken Pot Pies

Franklin D. Roosevelt - Mini Donuts

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Class.

Add Wine or Beer for $5 pp additional day of class.

Linda Joy (LJ) Rose, Ph. D.

 Presents

Raw Fusion Living

Tonight's Menu:

Chef Dave Presents

Classic Sauces

In this class you will learn how to make the 5 Mother Sauce; Bechamel (white-cream base), Veloute (white-stock base), Espagnole (brown stock base), Tomate (tomato base) and Hollandaise (egg based emulsion).

Some of these sauces may seem unfamiliar; they are the BASES for many popular sauces.

Today's Menu:  

Coquille St. Jacques with Bechamel

Chicken Stew with Veloute

Pan Seared Pork with Espagnole

Pasta with Sauce Tomate

Steamed Asparagus with Hollandaise.

Mastering these great sauces will take your meat and potatoes dishes to a new level.

This is a HANDS-ON Style class.  

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft drinks are included with this class.

Other wines are available by the bottle or glass at an additional fee.   

This class will be approximately 3 hours.

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Chef Lynnette

Serves Up Lunch

Chef Dave will teach you the fundamentals of sushi making, tools needed, and selection of high quality ingredients.

You will learn to make Ginger-Miso Soup, Spicy Tuna Maki (sushi roll) and Hand Rolls.

Additionally, we have a station with a large variety of items so that you can customize your own Maki and Hand-Rolls.

This is a techniques class, so once you master the basics, the variations are endless. We will have tools in stock for you to purchase if you wish. Come hungry, there is always to plenty to eat.

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

Sake, Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge.

Chef Dave Presents

Creative Crepes 

Crepes are simple and tasty. This typically French "Wrap" has ties in most cultures. Though usually sweet, they can be savory and indulgent. You will learn a basic crepe recipe and how to cook them.

Today's Menu:

Classic Sweet Crepes with Nutella and Berries

Seared Cream Spinach Pouches

Chicken and Mushroom Crepes with Mornay Sauce

This is a HANDS-ON Style Class.

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional charge.

Evening at the Chef Table

Celebrate Mardi Gras

This is a relaxed event that allows you a front row seat in the kitchen. Chef Dave will prepare gourmet dishes before your eyes. Ask questions, watch, learn, and make new friends while he prepares foods that will excite your palate.

Louisiana Deviled Crab Cakes

Eggplant,Oyster,and Tasso Ham Gratin

w/ Salad Greens

Gumbo Ya Ya

Irish Coffee Sundaes with Carmel Whiskey Sauce

Chef Dave
Presents
Chicken 101

This class is the fourth day of a 5 week series.

This series of fundamental cooking classes focuses on the techniques and skills needed to become a confident home cook. 

Skills to Learn: Tart Dough and Pan and Oven Roasting.

Tonight's Menu:

Pan Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese

Boneless Pork Loin with Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Classic French Apple Tart

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included with this class

Many of you have asked for more healthful recipes and menus to compliment our vast selection of classes.  This class will showcase a different menu each class under the same title.  Our goal is to produce delicious food that is lighter and more healthful.  The one thing we will not sacrifice is flavor.  It has to taste good and be satisfying. 

Join Chef Barb or Chef Dave at least monthly for some great recipes and menus that help you and your family stay on track with a more healthful lifestyle. 

Hope you can join us! 

Tonight's Menu: 

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

White Bean Chili

Three Cheese Macaroni

Sloppy Joes

Dark Chocolate Brownies


This is a DEMONSTRATION Style class.   

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle or glass at an additional fee.  

PRIVATE PARTY: Rothchild

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu:Pizza and Salad

Type: Team Building Style

Final Number Confirmed: 20  Final by Feb 14, 2012

Deposit: Paid 01/26/2012

Gratuity: 20% due after event

Beverages: NO Alcohol for this event.  Bottled Water and Sodas. 

Aprons are being provided by the Hostess.  Lizzy is Birthday girl  16

Pricing will change with final number of guests.   

If you have never made or eaten fresh pasta, you are in for quite a treat. Making it can be a group event and really fun. Fresh pasta is delicate and has a richer texture than dry packaged pasta.

You will learn to make the basic dough and use a pasta machine to work and shape it.

Tonight's Menu:

Cheese Stuffed Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce

Roasted Garlic Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce

Pappardelle with Braised Pork Sauce

After this class, you may never eat packaged pasta again!

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included with this class

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge. 

PRIVATE PARTY: Verizon Wireless/Woodcock

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu: Elegant and Easy and New England Fare (1/2 portions per person)

Type: Team Building

Final Number Confirmed: February 13, 2012

Time: 1:30 - 4:00 PM

Preliminary Number: 11

Deposit: 50% Non-refundable paid 02/02/12

Gratuity: 20% Payable at Completion

Beverages: NOT BEING OFFERED

 Sushi Making Two

Nigiri and Specialty Rolls

You have mastered the Maki roll making process. You have a handle on hand rolls. Now it is time for some additional preparations.

Tonight's Menu

Assorted Nigiri
Yellow Tail
Tuna
Shrimp
Salmon
Barbecued Eel

Rainbow Maki (Roll)

Mexican Maki (Roll)

Sunomono (Cucumber and Daikon Salad)
 

This is a HANDS-ON style class

PRIVATE PARTY: Verizon Wireless/Woodcock

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu: Elegant and Easy and New England Fare (1/2 portions per person)

Type: Team Building

Final Number Confirmed: February 13, 2012

Time: 1:30 - 4:00 PM

Preliminary Number: 11

Deposit: 50% Non-refundable paid 02/02/12

Gratuity: 20% Payable at Completion

Beverages: NOT BEING OFFERED

RP Presents

A Taste of...

"Mario Batali Favorites"

Please register, as with all classes,
in advance!

The last Friday of each month is "A Taste of ... " Event here at the Rolling Pin.  This tasting menu features foods and wines from a different country or region from around the globe. Wines are paired with each food tasting. 

Tampa's Wine Guru Michael Roberts will be here talking about the wines and why they pair the way they do with the food.

About Michael: Michael Roberts has been a leader in the Tampa wine market for more than twenty years. His comfortable attitude and infectious sense of humor make him one of the premier speakers on the subject in the Bay Area. Michael has been teaching classes on wine and its pleasures since the mid-1990s.

Tonight's Tasting Menu is:

Anchovy and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Goat Cheese

Ricotta Cheese Frittata

Butcher's Ragu with Fusili Pasta

Cast Iron Skillet Apple Crisp

We will Pair a Wine with Each Course

This is a tasting event that focuses on foods with wines from countries or food groups around the globe. It is NOT a demonstration or hands-on event. 

Hope you can join us!

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"A Taste of..." Events

Kids in the Kitchen

Soup and Sandwich Supper! 

(Ages 6-9)

Read Instructor's Bio 

Today's Menu:

Pantry Corn Chowder 

Crispy Chicken Salad Wraps

Chocolate Brownies with Ice Cream and Hot Fudge Sauce

This is a HANDS-ON Style Class that last 2 HOURS

Seats are limited, so sign up early.

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You Are Invited To

Mario and Morgan's Birthday Party and Costume Contest

What: Mario and Morgan’s Birthday Party and Costume Contest

Who: We all know Mario as the loveable Shih Tzu that guards the front door of Rolling Pin when he decides to make an appearance and his brother Morgan, the other loveable Shih Tzu.   

Where: Rolling Pin

When: February 25, 1-4pm
Stop By Anytime

Fabulous food & wine for the owners.  

Tasty doggy treats and a best dressed contest for all their four-legged friends.  Prizes for the Top 3 costumes winners will be announced at 3:30pm.  You do not need to be present to win.  See details below.       

In lieu of presents, Mario and Morgan are asking for a $5 donation to enter the party. This donation will benefit Lost Angels Animal Resue.   Mario and Morgan are extremely excited about the birthday party and hope you can join them in the fun.  

Please register in advance.

Dog Costume Contest

Here is your chance to dress your dog in the cutest/funniest outfit for Mario and Morgan's birthday for a chance to win a Doggy Bag from Rolling Pin. 

First Place  $50 Rolling Pin Gift Card

Second Place $25 Rolling Pin Gift Card

Thrid Place Doggy Basket

Winners will be annouced at 3:30pm.  You do not have to be present to win.  All dogs dressed in costume will have their picture taken upon arrival.  Mario and Morgan can't wait.

We are celebrating Mario West's, the loveable Shih Tzu, birthday all weekend.  

He loves tasty dog treats so he asked Bonnie to do a free demo on making Homemade Dog treats.  

Join Bonnie at 1pm at the Demo/Wine Bar for this event.

Please register so we know how many to expect.

If you are free on Saturday, between 1-4pm, Mario and Morgan are having a Birthday Party and a Best Dressed Dog contest.  
All proceeds from the party will benefit the South Florida Shih Tzu Rescue and Adoption group.  
Party Details

Todd Lopez
 
Presents

"Real Men Wear Aprons!"

This is a SOCIALLY INTERACTIVE style Class. 

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge. 

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Listen to Student Testimonials

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Choosing the correct knife for the job and knowing how to properly use it is the secret to fast, easy cooking.

Learn the basics of knife construction, how to choose the correct knife, safety, sharpening, and proper storage of knives.

You will practice proper techniques for chopping, mincing, slicing and julienne.

We will use our skills to make Homemade Winter Vegetable Soup and Designer Grill Cheese.

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included with this class AFTER the cutting is done! 

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge.

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Watch A Short Clip from Knife Skills I

We are celebrating Mario West's, the loveable Shih Tzu, birthday all weekend.  

He loves tasty dog treats so he asked Bonnie to do a free demo on making Homemade Dog treats.  

Join Bonnie at 1pm at the Demo/Wine Bar for this event.

Please register so we know how many to expect.

If you are free on Saturday, between 1-4pm, Mario and Morgan are having a Birthday Party and a Best Dressed Dog contest.  
All proceeds from the party will benefit the South Florida Shih Tzu Rescue and Adoption group.   
Party Details

This class is the fifth day of a 5 week series. 

This series of fundamental cooking classes focuses on the techniques and skills needed to become a confident home cook. 

Skills to Learn: Grilling and Frying

Tonight's Menu:

Perfectly Grilled Rib-eye Steak with Basil Garlic Butter

Grilled Mushrooms and Tomatoes

Deep Fried Potatoes

Grilled Season Fruit with Honey Sweetened Mascarpone Cheese

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included with this class

Tonight we open our doors to all you ladies for some much needed “ME” time.  From 6 until 8 PM you can shop, sample foods especially made by Chef Dave and enjoy wine.  This also gives you time to just hang out and mingle.

There will be…

No Men to follow you around limiting your selections or providing a veto on your perfect purchases! 

No Kids to hassle you to move along or touching everything until you are insane!

No Responsibilities or someone else dictating your schedule.  Just 2 hours of time to yourself with the Ladies! 

Enjoy through the Night:

A demo from Chef Dave
Desserts from The Junior League Of Tampa
Beyond The Cure - Reiki (A Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing)
Tasty Tid-Bits
Wine
Fantastic Prizes

Grand Prize Giveaway - a Vita Mix.  Raffle tickets will be sold for $1 a piece or 25 for $20, for a chance to win this fabulous prize.  Ticket sales will go directly to Kids Charity Tampa Bay.
 

Given the popularity of this event, if you find yourself or friends NOT able to attend once you have registered, please take a few moments to cancel your registration. 

If your cancellation is within seven (7) days of the event, please CALL the store at 813-653-2418.  We will attempt to use the "wait list" to fill your seat.  We are keeping the number of ladies to a reasonable number so that everyone has a good time. 

Thanks for your consideration.
 
Hope you can join in the fun! 

In this class you will learn the basics for decorating a cake.  Lisa will teach you how to level, torte, fill, keep crumbs out of your icing and ice your cake smooth.

Then, you will learn how to make a parchment decorating bag and put a design on your cake.  Finally, we will fill in your design with stars, write on your cake and do a shell border.  You will leave with a beautiful decorated cake!

We supply the cake and all tools needed to successfully complete this class.  All you need is the will to learn and the desire decorate.

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle and glass at an additional fee. 

Many of you have asked for more healthful recipes and menus to compliment our vast selection of classes.  This class will showcase a different menu each class under the same title.  Our goal is to produce delicious food that is lighter and more healthful.  The one thing we will not sacrifice is flavor.  It has to taste good and be satisfying. 

Join Chef Barb or Chef Dave at least monthly for some great recipes and menus that help you and your family stay on track with a more healthful lifestyle. 

Hope you can join us! 

Tonight's Menu: 

Creamy Leek and Potato Soup

Garlic Pork Roast

Skillet Green Beans

Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

Lemon Yogurt Mousse


This is a DEMONSTRATION Style class.   

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle or glass at an additional fee.  

Chef Dave will teach you the fundamentals of sushi making, tools needed, and selection of high quality ingredients.

You will learn to make Ginger-Miso Soup, Spicy Tuna Maki (sushi roll) and Hand Rolls.

Additionally, we have a station with a large variety of items so that you can customize your own Maki and Hand-Rolls.

This is a techniques class, so once you master the basics, the variations are endless. We will have tools in stock for you to purchase if you wish. Come hungry, there is always to plenty to eat.

This is a HANDS-ON style class.

Sake, Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge.

Chef Lynnette

Serves Up Lunch

Each Friday Chef Lynnette serves up lunch in the RP Culinary Center.  Menus will consist of an appetizer, main course and light dessert. 

This lunch will have you back to work or on your way in one-hour, but you are free to stick around and relax if you wish. 

Sparkling Water, Soft Drinks and Coffee are included. 

Wine and Beer are available at $5 per person.

Today's Menu:

TBD


This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Event

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PRIVATE PARTY: Anzalone

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu:TBD No later than 2/20/2012

Type: TBD

Final Number Confirmed: 14-16  Final by Feb 20, 2012

Deposit: Paid

Gratuity: 20% due after event

Beverages:  TBD

Pricing will change with final number of guests and final decision on menu. 

PRIVATE PARTY: Cabral

REGISTRATION TO THIS PRIVATE PARTY IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THOSE ON THE INVITATION LIST!

Menu:Island Caribbean

Type: Hands-on

Final Number Confirmed: 15-17  Final by Feb 21, 2012

Deposit: Paid 1/09/2012

Gratuity: 20% due after event

Beverages:TBD

Pricing will change with final number of guests

 Cooking Series 201

"Beyond the Recipe" 

This class is the FIRST day of a 5 week series.

This series of cooking classes focuses on techniques and skills needed for more advance cooking.  Students MUST have completed Cooking Fundamental Series 101 or have SIGNIFICANT culinary kitchen skills and experience.  No basic skills will be taught in this series. 

During the Series you will cook specific recipes that will enhance and build on your basic culinary skills.  The recipes take into consideration a number of different cuisines and the skills required to produce them. 

Tonight's Menu

OVEN ROASTED TOMATO and PESTO BRUSCHETTA

CHICKEN CACCIATORE

GOAT CHEESE POLENTA

CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE with RASPBERRY COULIS

House Wine and beer, sparkling water and soft drinks are included with this class.

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge.

Tonight's Menu:

TBD

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style class.   

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle or glass at an additional fee.  

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AFTERNOON TEA 

Afternoon Teas at the Rolling Pin consist of a freshly baked scone, 3 tea sandwiches and a bit of something sweet to finish.  Tea is served throughout the event. 

So sit back, relax, converse with a friend or make some new ones as Chef Lynnette prepares each of the recipes from scratch just for you.  

Today's Menu:

TBD

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Class.

Add Wine or Beer for $5 pp additional day of class.

Chef Vanessa Jaurique

Presents

Many of you have seen Chef Vanessa here at the Rolling Pin Culinary Center as Chef Rene's sous chef.  Now is her time to shine and your chance to enjoy her amazing cuisine.

Chef Vanessa's menu for this class is true to her roots with some great updates to make them modern and relevant.  Mexican Appetizers are a great way to sample many different dishes and sauces.  So sit back and enjoy authentic bold flavors from south-of-the-border.

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Tonight's Menu:

Shrimp Ceviche in Ceviche Vinaigrette and Fried Tortilla Strips

Beef Empanadas with Avocado Lime Cream Sauce

Chicken Flautas with Sweet Chili Sauce

Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Chipotle Cream Sauce

Mexican Hot Chocolate with Warm Cinnamon Dusted Churros
 

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style Class

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included

Other wines are available by the bottle and by the glass for an additional fee. 

Chef Tatiana Martinez

Presents

Indulge in a world of flavor with a NEW Thai recipes. Great for everyday meals, but also special and delicious enough to make for your next dinner party, potluck, or any kind of get-together.

Make a wonderful, warming dinner  and it's also healthy.


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Tonight's Menu:

Potato Curry Puff

Thai Beef Salad (yam neua)

Steam Jasmin Rice

Chicken Panang

Thai Mango Pudding
 

This is a SOCIALLY INTERACTIVE Style Class

Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included

Other wines are available by the bottle and by the glass for an additional fee. 

Tonight's Menu:

TBD

This is a DEMONSTRATION Style class.   

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included. 

Other wines are available by the bottle or glass at an additional fee.  

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Todd Lopez
 
Presents

"Capture the Coast"

This is a DEMONSTRATION style Class. 

House Wine, Beer, Sparkling Water and Soft Drinks are included.

Other Wines by the bottle and by the glass are available at an additional charge. 

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Chef Barbara

Presents

TBD

Chef Barb

Presents

 Great St.Patrick's Day Dinner

Invite some friends to share an easy and do ahead dinner to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Wear some green and become Irish for the day!

Today's Menu

Mini Ruben’s

Irish Stew

Colcannon (Potatoes and Cabbage)

Irish Whiskey Cake

Irish Coffee