Michael Colameco Cooking 101: Pasta December 16, 2008

3 hours hands-on cooking, 1 hour dinner, International Culinary Center, 462 Broadway at Grand, www.internationalculinarycenter.com/rec
The Four Seasons and Windows on the World were just starting points for Michael Colameco's long and storied career. Now, the long-time chef, radio host and author is coming to the Recreational Division at The International Culinary Center, where you can work with him side by side. You’ll find his down to earth attitude and straightforward approach to cooking an inspiration for your own kitchen. He’ll show you how natural ingredients and simple combinations make for meals that are easy to prepare and a pleasure to eat. In each of these hands-on sessions, Chef Colameco will share his everyday wisdom, professional techniques and maybe even a story or two from his 35-plus years in the business. Come hungry, because every class ends with a family style meal where the food won’t be the only topic of conversation.
With Chef Colameco as a guide, you’ll learn how to make delicate, feather-light fresh pasta from scratch whenever you like. The sides that round out the meal will also be hearty and delicious. Learn this ancient art and reinvigorate your favorite pasta recipes. Be warned, you may never go back to boxed pasta again.

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