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edible Events December 19 & 20 Tasting: Holiday Cheese and Wine Learn how to purchase, store, and serve the world's best artisan cheese. Our wine expert dishes out knowledge on how to make a wonderful pairing even more spectacular for you and your guests in this popular class. CLASS: $25 WINE: $15 12/19 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm 12/20 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 15th & 15th, SLC 7:15 pm CaputosDeli.com their own snowshoes. Snowshoe rentals are also available for self-guided tours. Guided group tours are available by request for $15/person with a minimum of 5 people in the group. Swaner Eco Center 1258 Center Drive, Park City 9:30 am Weekdays 10 am Saturdays SwanerEcoCenter.org 435-252-3574 January 6 Chefs Table: Vegetarian Harmons invites you to join Chef Bob at the Chef's Table for a gourmet vegetarian din-ner. We will dispel the myth that vegetarian cuisine is boring and tasteless. Wine included for 21 and over. CLASS: $55 Harmons 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 6:30 pm HarmonsGrocery.com to facilitate community discus-sion connecting sustainability and food. The guide books cost $25.00 each, but Utah Society for Environmental Education provides free meeting space. USEE.org 801.328.1549 January 12 Homemade Soups Perfectly prepared soups start with some basic classic French techniques and a little bit of love. Learn chefs secrets for taking shortcuts without sacrificing qual-ity. Then learn to garnish soups like a pro, elevating your soups to a whole new level. CLASS: $69 Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm VikingCookingSchool.com January 4 Holiday Hangover Is eating healthier one of your New Year's Resolutions, but not sure what the first step is? Let Chef Bob start your year on a path of healthier AND tastier options. CLASS:$49 Harmons 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 6:30 pm HarmonsGrocery.com January 9 TASTING: Intro to Fine Chocolate This eye-opening class cov-ers the basics of ultra-premium chocolates. Discover what makes a chocolate good, taste the world’s best chocolate mak-ers’ work, and how to shop for and store fine chocolate once you get it home. CLASS: $25 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm CaputosDeli.com December 27– December 31 Snowshoe Tours Swaner EcoCenter offers weekly snowshoe tours of the Swaner Preserve -what a great time to see wildlife! We'll look for tracks and learn what keeps them busy through winter. Guided tours are free for members (includes free snowshoes for the tour), $10 for non-members with rentals or $5 for non-members who have January 14 Parent and Child Class: Fun With Bread Learn the art of making fresh homemade bread. Chef Bob will teach techniques that will inspire your young baker. Cost includes one parent and one child. CLASS: $40 Each additional child is $20 Harmons 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 10 am HarmonsGrocery.com January 9 Pâte á Choux (French Pastry) This French dough is the main ingredient for several sweet and savory treats, including cream puffs and cheesy gougeres. In this class, you will master the mix-ing, piping and baking tech-niques required to make perfect Pâte á Choux. CLASS: $69 Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm-9 pm VikingCookingSchool.com 85%$1$*5,&8/785( 7DNHDFODVVIURP/LIHORQJ/HDUQLQJDWWKH8QLYHUVLW\ RI8WDKDQGVWDUW\RXURZQOLWWOHKRXVHRQWKHSUDLULH January 16 – January 21 South Indian Food Festival hosted by Saffron Valley Come January 2012 Saffron Valley will represent a unique culinary concept. An opportunity to enliven your senses, at one place, with diverse flavors and delicacies from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu regions of India. Chef Kannan and team present a delectable choice of delicacies including Hyderabadi Dum Biryanis, Chettinad Varieties, Coorgi specialties and Kerala cuisine to fathom South India’s rich culinary heritage. Prices starting from $4.99. No registration required. 11 am–3 pm & 5 pm–10 pm www.thesaffronclub. com (801) 438-4823 January 10 Custards and Creme Brulées Learn the secret to making smooth and creamy custards and dessert sauces, as well as creme brulée. In this class, you will learn the tech-niques to properly cook and tem-per eggs so you will have smooth custards every time! CLASS: $69 Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm-9 pm VikingCookingSchool.com 8SFRPLQJ&ODVVHVd; 8UEDQ+RPHVWHDG %RWDQ\IRU*DUGHQHUV %DFN\DUG&KLFNHQV )DEXORXV)UXLW7UHHV January 10 Women Winemaker's Social Meditrina's casual monthly gather-ings are by a winemaker, broker, or importer, 4 wines and 4 light bites, prices range from $30-$50 for wine and food. Reservations required. Meditrina,1394 S West Temple, SLC 6:30 pm–8 pm MeditrinaSLC.com 801.485.2055 January 17 Macaroons and Whoopie Pies Macaroon mania is sweeping the nation! Discover the secrets to creating crisp, well-risen macarons; learning how to test almond meringue batter for proper consistency. CLASS: $75 Viking Cooking School at Kimball Distributing 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm VikingCookingSchool.com OLIHORQJXWDKHGX�b;b; �c;b;a;/,)(�b;�c; January 11 Community Discussions Menu for the Future and Hunger for Change are guide books 16 edible W ASATCH Issue 7 • Winter 2012
Edible Events
December 19 & 20<br /> <br /> Tasting: Holiday Cheese and Wine<br /> <br /> Learn how to purchase, store, and serve the world's best artisan cheese. Our wine expert dishes out knowledge on how to make a wonderful pairing even more spectacular for you and your guests in this popular class. CLASS: $25 WINE: $15<br /> <br /> 12/19 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm<br /> <br /> 12/20 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 15th & 15th, SLC 7:15 pm<br /> <br /> CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> December 27–December 31<br /> <br /> Snowshoe Tours<br /> <br /> Swaner EcoCenter offers weekly snowshoe tours of the Swaner Preserve - what a great time to see wildlife! We'll look for tracks and learn what keeps them busy through winter. Guided tours are free for members (includes free snowshoes for the tour), $10 for non-members with rentals or $5 for non-members who have their own snowshoes. Snowshoe rentals are also available for self-guided tours. Guided group tours are available by request for $15/person with a minimum of 5 people in the group.<br /> <br /> Swaner Eco Center 1258 Center Drive, Park City 9:30 am Weekdays 10 am Saturdays<br /> <br /> SwanerEcoCenter.org 435-252-3574<br /> <br /> January 4<br /> <br /> Holiday Hangover<br /> <br /> Is eating healthier one of your New Year's Resolutions, but not sure what the first step is? Let Chef Bob start your year on a path of healthier AND tastier options. CLASS:$49<br /> <br /> Harmons 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 6:30 pm<br /> <br /> HarmonsGrocery.com<br /> <br /> January 6<br /> <br /> Chefs Table: Vegetarian<br /> <br /> Harmons invites you to join Chef Bob at the Chef's Table for a gourmet vegetarian dinner. We will dispel the myth that vegetarian cuisine is boring and tasteless. Wine included for 21 and over. CLASS: $55<br /> <br /> Harmons<br /> <br /> 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 6:30 pm<br /> <br /> HarmonsGrocery.com<br /> <br /> January 9<br /> <br /> TASTING: Intro to Fine Chocolate<br /> <br /> This eye-opening class covers the basics of ultra-premium chocolates. Discover what makes a chocolate good, taste the world's best chocolate makers' work, and how to shop for and store fine chocolate once you get it home. CLASS: $25<br /> <br /> Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm<br /> <br /> CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> January 9<br /> <br /> Pâte á Choux (French Pastry)<br /> <br /> This French dough is the main ingredient for several sweet and savory treats, including cream puffs and cheesy gougeres. In this class, you will master the mixing, piping and baking techniques required to make perfect Pâte á Choux. CLASS: $69<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm-9 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> January 10<br /> <br /> Custards and Creme Brulées<br /> <br /> Learn the secret to making smooth and creamy custards and dessert sauces, as well as creme brulée. In this class, you will learn the techniques to properly cook and temper eggs so you will have smooth custards every time! CLASS: $69<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm-9 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> January 10<br /> <br /> Women Winemaker's Social<br /> <br /> Meditrina's casual monthly gatherings are by a winemaker, broker, or importer, 4 wines and 4 light bites, prices range from $30-$50 for wine and food. Reservations required.<br /> <br /> Meditrina,1394 S West Temple, SLC 6:30 pm–8 pm<br /> <br /> MeditrinaSLC.com 801.485.2055<br /> <br /> January 11<br /> <br /> Community Discussions<br /> <br /> Menu for the Future and Hunger for Change are guide books to facilitate community discussion connecting sustainability and food. The guide books cost $25.00 each, but Utah Society for Environmental Education provides free meeting space.<br /> <br /> USEE.org 801.328.1549<br /> <br /> January 12<br /> <br /> Homemade Soups<br /> <br /> Perfectly prepared soups start with some basic classic French techniques and a little bit of love. Learn chefs secrets for taking shortcuts without sacrificing quality. Then learn to garnish soups like a pro, elevating your soups to a whole new level. CLASS: $69<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> January 14<br /> <br /> Parent and Child Class: Fun With Bread<br /> <br /> Learn the art of making fresh homemade bread. Chef Bob will teach techniques that will inspire your young baker. Cost includes one parent and one child. CLASS: $40 Each additional child is $20<br /> <br /> Harmons<br /> <br /> 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 10 am<br /> <br /> HarmonsGrocery.com<br /> <br /> January 16 –January 21<br /> <br /> South Indian Food Festival hosted by Saffron Valley<br /> <br /> Come January 2012 Saffron Valley will represent a unique culinary concept. An opportunity to enliven your senses, at one place, with diverse flavors and delicacies from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu regions of India. Chef Kannan and team present a delectable choice of delicacies including Hyderabadi Dum Biryanis, Chettinad Varieties, Coorgi specialties and Kerala cuisine to fathom South India's rich culinary heritage.<br /> <br /> Prices starting from $4.99. No registration required. 11 am–3 pm & 5 pm–10 pm<br /> <br /> www.thesaffronclub.com (801) 438-4823<br /> <br /> January 17<br /> <br /> Macaroons and Whoopie Pies<br /> <br /> Macaroon mania is sweeping the nation! Discover the secrets to creating crisp, well-risen macarons; learning how to test almond meringue batter for proper consistency. CLASS: $75<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School at Kimball Distributing 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> January 19<br /> <br /> Cook Without a Book<br /> <br /> Do you want the skills to "whip up" whatever you are craving? Don't be put off by the absence of a recipe. In this class, you'll learn the fundamentals of combining foods based on flavor, acidity, texture, color, and cooking properties. CLASS: $55 + $25 special fee<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> January 21<br /> <br /> TEDx Manhattan Talk - Changing the Way We Eat<br /> <br /> A full day of webcast talks exploring the state of our food system and our progress toward sustainability. FREE<br /> <br /> Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W, SLC All day<br /> <br /> SlowFoodUtah.org<br /> <br /> January 23<br /> <br /> Horticulture Spotlight Lecture Series<br /> <br /> Utah State University Salt Lake Extension office presents a monthly Horticulture Spotlight Lecture. Join David Bell of Bell Organic on growing methods and certification. Educational and FREE.<br /> <br /> Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC 6:30pm–7:30pm<br /> <br /> Extension.USU.edu/SaltLake<br /> <br /> January 23–February 13<br /> <br /> The Urban Homestead<br /> <br /> In this workshop, we will show you what you can do to provide much of your own food and energy here in the Wasatch front. We'll cover seed starting and plant propagation, food preservation and storage, beer and wine making, chicken and bee raising, hunting and foraging, water catchment, trombe walls and other solar projects, and material salvaging. CLASS: $89 + $2 special fee U of U Campus Annex Building 1901 E South Campus Dr. SLC Mondays 6:30 pm–8:30pm Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> January 25<br /> <br /> Winter Comfort Foods<br /> <br /> The weather outside is frightful, but the kitchen smells delightful. Learn fresh takes on favorite winter comfort foods. CLASS: $29<br /> <br /> Harmons<br /> <br /> 3955 W 3500 S, SLC 6:30 pm<br /> <br /> HarmonsGrocery.com<br /> <br /> January 25<br /> <br /> Steak, Roast and Chop Workshop<br /> <br /> Proper meat cookery techniques ensure succulent, tender, flavorful cuts of beef and pork. Develop the skills needed to select quality cuts of meat; then discover classical cooking methods for creating memorable meat dishes at home. CLASS: $99<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6pm-9pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> January 30<br /> <br /> Healthy Italian Cooking<br /> <br /> Learn Southern European tricks for tasty vegetables, how to use good fats in any eating plan, and how to make these good habits stick. CLASS: $45 WINE: $15<br /> <br /> Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm<br /> <br /> CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> February 1 February 15<br /> <br /> Bee Keeping<br /> <br /> Healthy, happy, easy-to-maintain honey bees not only reward their keepers with delicious honey, they provide a wonderful pollination service to neighborhood gardens. Learn how to select, house, and manage these beneficial insects as we look at hive components, costs, assembly, and location. CLASS: $89 + $8 special fee<br /> <br /> U of U Campus Annex Building 1901 E South Campus Dr., SLC 6:30 pm–8:30 pm<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> February 2<br /> <br /> Artisan Bread Baking<br /> <br /> Inspire your senses with the aroma, taste, and texture of freshly baked whole-grain artisan breads. We will cover a foolproof, step-by-step process, from the grinding of whole grains and fermentation to the shaping and baking of the dough. CLASS: $59 + $15 special fee<br /> <br /> 8805 Blue Jay Lane (3650 E), SLC 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> February 6<br /> <br /> TASTING: Olive Oil<br /> <br /> Not all olive oils are created equal. This class introduces you to the REAL quality olive oils and teaches your how to best use each type for a delicious taste experience. CLASS: $25 Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> February 20<br /> <br /> TASTING: Cheese & Salumi Antipasti<br /> <br /> This class combines two classic Caputo's classes – like getting a 2-for-1 deal! Taste from BOTH realms of fine artisan foods – the world's best cheese and stunning cured meats. CLASS: $25<br /> <br /> Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm<br /> <br /> CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> February 22–February 24<br /> <br /> Diversified Agriculture Conference<br /> <br /> The Diversified Agriculture Conference is designed to provide food producers with tools to help manage their business. The conference focuses on more than just traditional agriculture. Early registration: $40 per person.<br /> <br /> Layton Times vary.<br /> <br /> DiverseAg.org<br /> <br /> February 22–February 29<br /> <br /> Coops de Ville: How to Raise Backyard Chickens<br /> <br /> Find out how to do it right from start to finish in this class. We'll cover preparation; breed selection; housing, food, and water; chickens and your garden; legalities and your neighborhood; hazards and health management; raising chicks; and collecting and storing eggs. CLASS: $49 + $2 special fee<br /> <br /> U of U Campus Annex Building 1901 E South Campus Dr., SLC Wednesdays, 6:30 pm–8:30 pm<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> February 23<br /> <br /> How to Make Pasta<br /> <br /> Homemade pastas! In this handson class, we'll make fettuccine al'ouvo the traditional way, then use basic rolling machines to make sheets for stuffed pastas such as raviolis and angolottis. Once our pasta is prepared, we will focus on fresh pan sauces, pestos, tapenades, and pasta fillings. CLASS: $55 + $15 special fee<br /> <br /> 1422 S 800 W, Woods Cross 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> February 23<br /> <br /> Homemade Sauces Workshop<br /> <br /> A well-made sauce should enhance, never mask- the flavors of a dish. In our exciting sauce-centric workshop, you'll prepare five sauces, both classical and contemporary and learn how to vary these sauces to suit your own tastes. CLASS: $89<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> February 23–February 29<br /> <br /> Fabulous Fruit Trees<br /> <br /> Apples, cherries, apricots, pears, plums–how do you get the best from your fruit tree each year? Learn to care for your existing trees and give new ones a healthy start as we cover planting, pruning, thinning, pollination needs, recommended varieties, and common insects and diseases. Saturday's class will meet outside. CLASS: $79 + $5 special fee<br /> <br /> Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC Times vary.<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> February 24<br /> <br /> Superfoods Workshop<br /> <br /> In this exciting workshop, we'll explore healthful cuisines from around the world and learn how to incorporate more of these superfoods into your regular diet. CLASS:$89 Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 6 pm–9 pm VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> February 25<br /> <br /> One-Day Culinary Basics<br /> <br /> In just one day, develop the expertise that experienced cooks use to create your favorite dishes. After a full day of slicing, dicing, cooking and baking, students sit down to enjoy the fruits of their labor while discussing the featured skills, techniques and recipes. CLASS: $135<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 10 am–3 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> February 26<br /> <br /> Get Ready to Garden: Beginning Organic Gardening<br /> <br /> An introduction to the basics of Organic Gardening to get you started. Topics include: healthy soil, crop rotation, compost basics, natural pest control, crop diversity, companion planting, and when and what to plant.<br /> <br /> Main Library Level 4 Conference Room 210 E 400 S, SLC 10 am–12 pm<br /> <br /> register@wasatchgardens.org<br /> <br /> February 26<br /> <br /> Selling Your Produce at the Farmer's Market<br /> <br /> Learn everything you need to know about making money from the produce you grow by selling at local Farmer's Markets! Representatives from three different markets will be here to tell you all the nitty gritty details, and answer all of your questions.<br /> <br /> Main Library Level 4 Conference Room 210 E 400 S, SLC 1 pm–3 pm<br /> <br /> register@wasatchgardens.org<br /> <br /> February 28<br /> <br /> Horticulture Spotlight Lecture Series<br /> <br /> Utah State University Salt Lake Extension's Horticulture Spotlight Lecture Series. The presenters will include a wide variety of specialists within the horticulture industry. FREE<br /> <br /> Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC 6:30 pm–7:30 pm<br /> <br /> Extension.USU.edu/SaltLake<br /> <br /> March 5<br /> <br /> Garden Planning and Design<br /> <br /> Have you ever wondered…What's the best way to design a garden bed? Come to this practical workshop to learn how to make best use out of the space you have,<br /> <br /> Main Library Level 4 Conference Room 210 E 400 S, SLC 10 am–12 pm<br /> <br /> register@wasatchgardens.org<br /> <br /> March 5<br /> <br /> Beyond Beginning Organic Gardening<br /> <br /> Have you been growing organic for years, but feel like you are still missing some information? We will talk about the myths of pesticides and herbicides labeled 'organic', details of decomposition, botany, nutrient deficiencies, diseases, pests, soil chemistry, micronutrients, and there will be plenty of time for Q & A to make sure we cover it all. Registration Required.<br /> <br /> Main Library Level 4 Conference Room 210 E 400 S, SLC 1pm–3pm<br /> <br /> register@wasatchgardens.org<br /> <br /> March 5<br /> <br /> TASTING: Epic Brewing Co. & Artisan Salumi<br /> <br /> A glass of Epic beer is fine indeed. But it's even better when paired with some of the country's best cured meats! Taste Epic's stellar line-up and how they pair with your favorite salami, prosciutto, pancetta, and more. CLASS: $25 BEER: $15<br /> <br /> Tony Caputo's Market & Deli 314 West 300 South, SLC 7:15 pm CaputosDeli.com<br /> <br /> March 13<br /> <br /> Wine Social<br /> <br /> Come enjoy Meditrina's monthly wine social. Casual gatherings hosted a winemaker, broker or importer. 4 wines and 4 light bites. Price ranges from $30-$50 for wine and food.<br /> <br /> Meditrina 1394 S West Temple, SLC 6:30 pm–8 pm<br /> <br /> 801.485.2055<br /> <br /> March 17<br /> <br /> Cupcakes and Cake Balls<br /> <br /> One bite of pure heaven! In our 5-hour workshop, learn how to make, bake and decorate cupcakes with buttercream, cream cheese and fondant. Then learn to make cake balls in all your favorite flavors. CLASS: $135<br /> <br /> Viking Cooking School 2233 S 300 E, SLC 10 am–3 pm<br /> <br /> VikingCookingSchool.com<br /> <br /> March 19–April 25<br /> <br /> Vegetable Gardening Basics<br /> <br /> Would you like to grow tender lettuce and spinach; juicy tomatoes; and flavorful carrots, zucchinis, and more? Learn the tricks to a successful vegetable garden in this informative beginner class. Each class we will enjoy hands-on experience in the University of Utah's Campus Gardens. CLASS: $109 + $5 special fee<br /> <br /> U of U Campus Annex Building 1901 E South Campus Dr. SLC Dates and times vary<br /> <br /> Continue.Utah.edu/Lifelong 801.587.5433<br /> <br /> March 27<br /> <br /> Horticulture Spotlight Lecture Series<br /> <br /> Utah State University Salt Lake Extension's Horticulture Spotlight Lecture Series. Presenters include a wide variety of specialists within the horticulture industry. FREE<br /> <br /> Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC 6:30pm–7:30pm<br /> <br /> Extension.USU.edu/SaltLake<br />