Tantalizing Market Tapas Spring Series April 1, 2009

Farmer's Market Cooking Class Series
Wednesdays, 6-8 pm: 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/6, 5/27
Ferry Plaza, North Arcade next to Taylor's Refresher
$45 per person

Parties That Cook with CUESA and Dacor present a sizzling spring series of hands-on cooking classes. Follow along as our chef shares tips and tricks for selecting and utilizing seasonal ingredients from the Farmers Market in everyday cooking. Then grab an apron for a hands-on cooking lesson, where you'll use fresh spring ingredients in recipes with Californian-International flair.

You'll be treated to a lively introductory cooking lesson by the Parties That Cook chef featuring tips such as the fastest way to dice an onion without a tear. You'll then work in teams to cook up a recipe from the evening's tapas menu, all while listening to upbeat music.

Once the cooking is over, you'll savor the evening's dishes and enjoy the historic Ferry Building ambiance with a complimentary glass of wine. After the event, we'll email copies of the recipes and digital photos for you to enjoy!

***Several class dates are available. Please be sure to check over your date selection carefully when purchasing. Vegetarian options are available with 5-day advance request.***

Menu for April 1
Crostini of Roasted Asparagus, Prosciutto and Teleme Cheese
Moroccan Bisteeya Baskets with Chicken, Raisins and Cinnamon
Shiitake-Scallion Potstickers with Sake Dipping Sauce
Petites Pissaladieres: Miniature Onion and Black Olive Tartlets
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Mint Pesto

Menu for April 15
Cabrales Phyllo Purses with Sherry-Raisin Dipping Sauce
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice, Pine Nuts and Apricots
Pork Taquito Cups with Avocado and Sour Cream
Crostini with Broccoli Rabe, Garlic and Shaved Peccorino
Chicken Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Menu for April 29
Fava and Sweet Pea Hummus with Cumin-Scented Pita chips
Artichoke Fritters with Lemon
Lettuce Cups with Gingery Pork and Shiitake Mushrooms
Salt Roasted Prawns with Cilantro Lime Aioli
Pizza with Wild Nettles, Pancetta and Chili Flakes

Menu for May 6
Parmesan Popovers with Freshly Churned Herb Butter
Crostini of Fava Beans, Mint and Pecorino
Spice-crusted Salmon with Harissa Yogurt
Asparagus and Green Garlic Frittata Bites
Polpettini Meatballs Braised in Tomatoes, Garlic and White Wine

Menu for May 27
Tartines of Camembert, Caramelized Onions and Apricots
Shrimp Quesadillas with Pumpkin Seed Salsa
Sweet Pea Galettes with Bacon and Sour Cream
Vegetable Samosas with Mint and Jalapeno Chutney
Mini Sliders with Smoky Cheddar

For more information call Parties That Cook at 1-888-907-2665 or email [email protected]

*NO REFUNDS, unless advance notice is given and ticket can be resold prior to event taking place.

Official Website: http://www.partiesthatcook.com/events/san-francisco-bay-area-cooking-classes/tantalizing-market-tapas-spring-series-san-francisco/