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Taste of Puerto Rico
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Tuesday, November 10th | 6:00-8:30pm

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Bring a little island flavor to your kitchen! Experience the warmth, flavor, and rich culinary traditions of Puerto Rico in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Mona, where you will prepare a rich & savory Pollo Guisado (Braised Chicken Stew) , Golden Yellow Rice, and irresistible Tostones.  Mona always brings more than just cooking tips; learn about the connection between food, history, and culture as you prepare this menu that you will want to recreate at home again & again. Discover why these dishes remain favorites at gatherings across the island and throughout the Puerto Rican diaspora.

Menu:

  • Pollo Guisado (A comforting chicken stew that reflects the island’s blend of Spanish, African, and Indigenous Taíno influences)
  • Arroz Amarillo (Puerto Rico’s iconic yellow rice, seasoned with sofrito and spices that are at the heart of countless family recipes)
  • Crispy Tostones (Crispy twice-fried green plantains, a Caribbean staple enjoyed throughout Puerto Rico and a testament to the island’s African and tropical culinary heritage)

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Developing deep flavors with simple ingredients
  • Next-level rice
  • How to make the perfect tostones

What you’ll take home:

  • Knowledge of the vibrant food traditions in this tropical corner of the USA
  • Any leftovers from class
  • Recipes and instructions

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks
  • Students work in pairs – sign up with a friend!

**If you have any food allergies, food intolerances, or aversions, please contact the Baker Hunt Administration office before signing up for any cooking or baking classes.**

** Please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Instructor: Mona Bronson-Fuqua 

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Homemade Empanadas – Two Ways
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Thursday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00pm

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Discover the art of making empanadas completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Tiffiny. You’ll learn how to prepare and shape tender homemade empanada dough before creating two flavorful fillings: a classic savory beef empanada and a decadent mushroom, onion, and gouda empanada.
As your empanadas bake to golden perfection, you’ll also make two delicious sauces from scratch: a rich, smoky ranchero sauce and a bright, herb-packed chimichurri that’s perfect for dipping and drizzling.
Along the way, Chef Tiffiny will share techniques for dough preparation, filling development, seasoning, shaping, and baking, helping you build confidence in the kitchen while learning a versatile dish that can be customized countless ways.
Designed for ages 16 and up, this class is perfect for anyone who loves bold flavors, wants to expand their cooking skills, and enjoys creating restaurant-quality food from scratch. Come hungry and leave with new techniques, delicious recipes, and a fresh appreciation for this beloved Latin American favorite.

Menu:

  • Beef Empanadas
  • Mushroom & Gouda Empanadas
  • Chimichurri and Ranchero Sauces

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Empanadas!
  • Sauce Making

What you’ll take home:

  • Any leftovers you don’t eat during class
  • Recipes, instructions, and tips for recreating the meal at home

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks.

**If you have any food allergies, food intolerances, or aversions, please contact the Baker Hunt Administration office before signing up for any cooking or baking classes.**

** Please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Instructor: Tiffiny Dawson 

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Savoring Fall: Autumn Flavors of Spain
Seasonal Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Thursday, October 8th | 5:30-8:00pm

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Celebrate the season with Chef Mary in this cozy, hands-on cooking class featuring the flavors of fall. You’ll prepare a refreshing Orange, Feta, and Red Onion Salad, a hearty Menestra Spanish Vegetable Stew with potatoes, parsnips, and red peppers, and finish with flaky Phyllo-Almond Snails inspired by traditional baklava.
Along the way, you’ll learn techniques for working with seasonal produce, building flavor, and handling delicate phyllo dough. Perfect for cooks of all skill levels, this class is a delicious way to welcome autumn, eat plant-based meals, and expand your culinary repertoire.

Menu:

  • Orange, Feta, and Red Onion Salad
  • Menestra Spanish Vegetable Stew
  • Phyllo-Almond “Snails”

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen safety
  • Shopping and eating seasonally and locally
  • Knife skills

What you’ll take home:

  • Any leftovers you don’t eat in class

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner cooks!

**If you have any food allergies, food intolerances or aversions, please contact the Baker Hunt Administration office before signing up for any cooking or baking classes.**

Instructor: Mary Seguin

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Tamales with Rojo Pork!
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Tuesday, September 1st | 5:30-8:00pm

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Discover the delicious art of tamale making in this hands-on class with Chef Lilly designed for teens and adults. You’ll learn how to prepare traditional masa from scratch, create a rich and flavorful red chile sauce, and combine it with slow-braised pork butt to make authentic homemade tamales. From filling and wrapping to steaming, you’ll master each step of the process while gaining practical kitchen skills and confidence. To round out the meal, you’ll also prepare hearty charro beans and bright, tangy pickled red onions, perfect accompaniments to your freshly made tamales. A vegetarian options are available, please let us know when you register.

Menu:

  • Rojo Pork Tamales (vegan/vegetarian available upon request)
  • Charro Beans
  • Pickled Red Onions

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Latin Flavors
  • Tamale Preparation

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks
  • You will work in pairs or teams – sign up with a friend!

**If you have any food allergies, food intolerances, or aversions, please contact the Baker Hunt Administration office before signing up for any cooking or baking classes.**

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Instructor: Lilly Burdsall 

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