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Air Fryer Hype! Copycat KFC, Doughnuts & Crave-Worthy Creations!
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Back by popular demand—and better than ever! Whether you're new to the air fryer craze or looking to level up from fries and frozen foods, this virtual cook-along with Chef Tess is for you. In this fun, interactive class, you’ll cook along to make Tess’s irresistible Copycat KFC® Chicken and from-scratch glazed doughnuts. Watch and learn as she also demos her crave-worthy air fryer pizza, burgers, and egg rolls—plus pro tips for freezing and meal prep. These recipes are healthy, delicious, and guaranteed to become family favorites. Leftovers? Not likely! On the Menu: • Copycat KFC® Chicken (cook-along) • Air Fryer Glazed Doughnuts (cook-along) • Air Fryer Pizza, Burgers & Egg Rolls (demo + tips) Equipment Needs: Air fryer. A stand-mixer is also recommended for making the doughnut dough. If stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet. ***Note: In accordance with New York State Law, this is an ADULTS ONLY CLASS FOR PARTICIPANTS OF NEW YORK. ***One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate ADULT family members living full-time in the same home ONLY.
K-Pop Bulgogi Kimbap: Gourmet Korean Signature Rice Rolls
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Kimbap is Korea’s answer to the perfect rice roll—similar in shape to sushi, yet uniquely its own with savorycooked fillings that create distinctive flavors and textures. Join Chef Tess for this, fun filled cook-along adventureand explore the art of making Bulgogi Kimbap rolls from start to finish, rivaling any you wild find in a restaurant.From seasoning the rice, to marinating and cooking Bulgogi, preparing colorful vegetables (including a quick pickle), and crafting a delicate omelet you’ll bringing everything together into beautiful hand-rolled Kimbap. Along the way, you will discover the key differenced between sushi and Kimbap, practice rolling and shaping techniques and enjoy the bold, balanced flavors of your creation. Whether you are a busy home cook or a curious foodie, you will leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and the confidence to turn simple ingredients into avariety of healthy, delicious, gourmet kimbap.
Knead to Know: A Bread Making Master Class for Beginners & Beyond
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Build confidence in bread baking with this hands-on Chef-led Master class! Learn to make artisan crusty bread, soft dinner rolls, and classic sandwich bread from scratch, plus enjoy a demonstration of a beautiful filled and rolled Pane Bianco. Along the way, explore flours, hydration, yeast, and the science behind great bread. Perfect for beginners and those ready to explore more. Includes a comprehensive recipe and information packet.
Classic Homemade Pierogi & Sweet Berry Pierogi! - Online
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Have some fun participating in this virtual class! Learn how to make your own homemade classic pierogi and wonderful sweet berry pierogi with two types of homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! We will also be learning how to cook and freeze these little dumplings that you can make ahead and store for a rainy day. No fancy equipment needed! Store-bought frozen pierogi will become a thing of the past! Participants will receive login information as well as a list of ingredients 5-7 days prior to class start date to allow for shopping and prep. A professionally created PDF packet of the instructor's personal recipe as well as an invitation to join Tess's private and public Facebook group will be issued.
*One registration fee can include ADULT participants from the same household only.
*Refunds will not be given after materials are sent out.
Learn solo, with your significant other, or spouse and make lasting memories in your kitchen learning to make these amazing pierogi. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional. Have your questions answered by the instructor and interact with other participants and support each other during this fun and informative two-hour virtual class!
Art of Samosas: Scratch-Made Wrappers, Flavorful filing and Three Ways to Cook!
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Skip the store-bought and learn to make crispy, flavorful samosas completely from scratch. Create a classic spiced potato filling, master homemade wrappers, and cook samosas three healthy ways—one of which is using the air fryer—for golden, no deep-fry results. Delicious, versatile, and easier than you think!
Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Class
with Desiree Palka
Join Desiree Palka, owner of Grazed In The 716 LLC, for a fun, creative evening! Desiree will guide registrants in creating a stunning Thanksgiving-themed charcuterie board. The charcuterie board will consist of a variety of flavors, textures, meats and cheeses in keeping with Fall. Your charcterie board will be the perfect addition to your holiday spread created by you!
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Holiday Cookie Workshop: Royal Icing & Bakery Black & White Cookies
with Tess Georgakopoulos
Bake, decorate, and celebrate the season with two festive holiday sweets. Learn to decorate sugar cookies withroyal icing and create iconic bakery-style Black & White cookies from scratch. Includes make-ahead sugar cookie recipes, simple decorating techniques, and a fun, festive experience for all skill levels.
Festive Mediterranean Mezze Charcuterie Board
with Tess Georgakopoulos
The word “Mezze” refers to what we all know as finger foods and dips. Many Mediterranean meals consist of a variety of “mezze” items that come together creating the most wonderful flavors, tastes and textures. Learn how to bring warmth, color,and the flavors of the Mediterranean to your fall and winter gatherings with this festive Mediterranean mezze cook-along class where Chef Tess (a descendant of Spartans) will guide you through creating a stunning mezze-style charcuterie board perfect for sharing or seasonal entertaining any time of year. The mezze-style charcuterie board will include four delicious scratch-made dips, warm-spiced, bright Greek meatballs, andhandmade pita bread. Mezze boards/ platters will be rounded out with an array of fresh and pickled vegetables, olives, fruitand nuts for a vibrant crowd—pleasing spread! The board, platter, or table becomes the canvas upon which we create an edible work of art! Food processor or blender is needed for the creation of whipped feta and stand mixer recommended for the pita bread.