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Cream Puffs and Eclairs
<p>Come learn how to make this this French classic from a Pastry Chef. You’ll learn the basics of making a classic pate de choux, including fillings and glazes for éclairs and cream puffs alike. Bring your appetites, and don’t forget to bring containers to bring home the leftovers! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:00:00 -06004/17/211:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Filet Mignon with Demi-Glace Sauce and Fondant Potatoes
<p>Do you want to spend an evening in a fine-dining French restaurant and order the best possible meal? This class will let you do so from the comfort of your home! You will learn how to prepare and cook the best cut of beef, filet mignon, which will be served with scrumptious fondant potatoes. And this will all be elevated with an outstanding earthy wine sauce, called demi-glace. Our chef will lead you step-by-step through all parts of the preparation of this meal, and your efforts will be rewarded with a master-chef-quality meal! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/21/215:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Valašsky Frgal: large kolach
<p>Most of Czech food lovers have heard about kolaches. In this class, you will be introduced to a version that is not so commonly known in the U.S., but it is incredibly delicious and popular in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Valassky frgal has a shape like a pizza, but the dough is clearly a special kolach dough. The topping is usually at least 50% of all kolach, so if you like a lot of toppings, this will be your favorite. The final touch is a delicate topping of streusel that will bring this kolach to perfection. Part of this class will be the preparation of fillings from scratch: plum and pear.</p><p><strong>Note:</strong> Suitable for vegetarians.</p><p><br></p><p>Our popular virtual cooking classes are back! Cook and eat an authentic Czech and Slovak dish from the comfort of your home. Join us on Zoom and learn from Czech-born Chef Tom Slepicka in these hands-on, interactive classes.</p><p>Slepicka graduated from culinary school in his hometown, Brno, located in the Czech Republic. While still in school, he established a successful full-service catering company, which operated in the Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, and Austria. Slepicka moved to the U.S. with his wife in 2014. From 2015-16, he operated the Czech Deli at the NewBo City Market. The goal of his courses is to make tasty and high-quality meals accessible to everyone.</p> 2021-03-12 20:30:00 -0600
4/21/216:00 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Richard Blais
<p>Richard Blais is a successful chef, restaurateur, James Beard nominated cookbook author and television personality. Perhaps most recognizable as the winner of Bravo’s <em>Top Chef All-Stars</em>, Blais went on to graduate from the Culinary Institute of America and train at The French Laundry, Daniel, Chez Panisse, and el Bulli. He is a partner at San Diego’s acclaimed restaurant Juniper & Ivy and multiple locations of The Crack Shack, his rapidly expanding fried chicken and egg concept. Blais currently owns and operates Trail Blais, a forward-thinking culinary company that has consulted on, designed, and operated multiple popular eateries. Trail Blais has opened concepts in Columbus, Ohio; Atlanta, Georgia; and St. Louis, Missouri and will be announcing new restaurant projects throughout 2020. Blais is the James Beard Award-nominated author of <em>Try This at Home: Recipes from My Head to Your Plate</em>, as well as his second cookbook, <em>So Good</em>. He frequently makes appearances on such hit Food Network shows as <em>Guy’s Grocery Games</em>, <em>Next Food Network Star</em> and <em>Cooks vs. Cons</em>, to name just a few. In addition, Blais hosts the hit hospitality industry podcast entitled “Starving for Attention” which provides an entertaining, behind-the scenes look into the food industry, and has featured guests including Wylie Dufresne, Grant Achtaz, Andrew Zimmern, Gail Simmons and more. He will be launching a second podcast later this year. When not on set, in the kitchen or at home with his family, Blais may be found traveling cross country performing his live “stand up cooking” show to enthusiastic audiences nationwide.</p><p><br>About the show:<br><br>It will be an interactive live cooking and comedy set. The show features a behind the scenes look at celebrity chef life along with unique cooking techniques and equipment. It is equal parts, cooking, comedy, magic and science. For safety reasons, on-stage food is not served to the crowd.</p>
11/06/218:00 p.m.Riverside Casino & Golf Resort®Riverside -
Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster. </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/27/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/29/215:30 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Chicken Tenders with Homemade Ranch and Coleslaw
<p>Chicken tenders are a universally loved food. Learn how to make game-changing chicken tenders that will rival any you have ever tried before! And every great tender needs to be served with delicious ranch dressing, which is why we are going to prepare this dressing completely from scratch. For the side, we are going to prepare a mouth-watering coleslaw salad.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06005/04/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/06/215:30 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06005/09/211:30 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine). </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/11/215:30 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cream Puffs and Eclairs
<p>Come learn how to make this this French classic from a Pastry Chef. You’ll learn the basics of making a classic pate de choux, including fillings and glazes for éclairs and cream puffs alike. Bring your appetites, and don’t forget to bring containers to bring home the leftovers! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:00:00 -06005/22/211:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine).</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/27/215:30 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06006/08/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Grandma's Kolaches
<p>Kolaches are sweet, soft and filled with all sorts of wonderful fillings. Do you have a favorite recipe? Maybe one passed down from your mom or grandma? Bring in your favorite kolache recipe and let’s make them all! Then, get your taste buds ready to taste and evaluate which recipe is the best. Come ready for plenty of hands on learning. </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06006/12/211:00 p.m.The Hotel at Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Live Music by Brad & Kate
<p>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
5/23/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Brad and Kate
<p>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
6/13/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Brad & Kate
<p>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
9/19/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Billy Heller
<p><br>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
5/30/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Billy Heller
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
7/11/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Billy Heller
<p>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
8/29/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Billy Heller
<p>Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. </p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
9/26/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Billy Heller
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
10/31/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Justin Goodchild
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. Get here before the music starts to ensure you have plenty of time to sample our wines and pick the perfect seat for your music enjoyment. </span></p><div tabindex="0"><br></div><p></p><p><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
6/06/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Justin Goodchild
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. Get here before the music starts to ensure you have plenty of time to sample our wines and pick the perfect seat for your music enjoyment. </span></p><div tabindex="0"><br></div><p></p><p><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
7/25/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Justin Goodchild
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. Get here before the music starts to ensure you have plenty of time to sample our wines and pick the perfect seat for your music enjoyment. </span></p><div tabindex="0"><br></div><p></p><p><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
9/12/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
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Live Music by Justin Goodchild
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two. Get here before the music starts to ensure you have plenty of time to sample our wines and pick the perfect seat for your music enjoyment. </span></p><div tabindex="0"><br></div><p></p><p><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
10/17/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Matt & Laurel
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
6/20/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Matt & Laurel
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
8/15/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Shaniah Paige
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
6/27/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo -
Live Music by Shaniah Paige
<p><span dir="auto">Join us for an afternoon of wine, music and friendship. Along with our delicious wine, we encourage you to try an appetizer or two.</span><br><br></p> 2021-02-15 16:00:00 -0600
8/08/211:00 p.m.Fireside WineryMarengo