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1 October November December Mt. Read Blvd. Rochester, NY VISIT THE COOKING SCHOOL ONLINE > Departments > The Cooking School

2 October, November & December at the Cooking School Message from the Manager Now that the kids are back into the swing of school again and most of us adults are back into the fall routine, we realize that we are quickly heading for the Holday Season. And as it seems to happen every year, the Fall flies by and Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year s are here before we blink! At the Cooking School, we are here to offer you classes that feature some great, new options and suggestions for your Holiday family meals, at home get-togethers and parties at someone elses house. We know you have very busy lives, so we offer classes on weekdays, weeknights and weekends to fit all schedules. Our classes have a wide variety of instructors that are restaurant chefs, personal chefs, public school cooking teachers and home cooks so that you get a wide range of experience all under one roof. There are even many classes with a wine or beer option to add to your experince. We are an excellant option for your child s birthday party as well as THE place for your child to earn his or her Cooking Badge for Scouts. Oh, and don t forget...we are also your home for that perfect Christmas gift-a Gift Certificate for a wonderful culinary experience! Our motto continues to be: You Always Get Our Best, at the TCS! Elizabeth Bauld Cooking School Manager page 3 page 6 kids kitchen Our Pre-School series continues as we finish the alphabet that we started back in January. If you haven t come to class yet, don t worry, they are designed that you can jump in any time. Our Little Chef and Junior Chef classes are mainly focused on all the different holidays that take place during this season. There are TOO many to mention. so check them out. Also look for our 2nd Annual hugely popular Breakfasts and Suppers with Santa as well as the traditional Gingerbread House classes. Both are designed to maximize family together time during the Holiday Season. adult classes listings Since the majority of our classes are offered in the evening as demonstration-type, those are listed with no notation. The other classes offered are now denoted by the following key: Discover Your Health class Daytime Class Hands-On Class You may notice that some classes have more than one key; such as a healthy class that is hands-on would have a. We hope this makes the brochure easier to read. As always, your feedback is always welcomed! 2

3 kids kitchen daytime classes for home-schooled children (all ages) class / $40 for all 3 classes Miss Natalie has returned with her popular series of classes to assist parent s in enhancing their children s homeschool curriculum. These classes are geared for children of all ages. Harvest Party Thursday, October 27, 11:30am-1:30pm Sloppy Joe s Bun Buggy, Lip Smackin Chicken Bake, Pumpkin Cupcakes, Apple Cinnamon Fritters Christmas Celebration Monday, December 19, 11:30am-1:30pm Christmas Chicken Fiesta, Reindeer Pancakes, Christmas Cut Out Cookies, Popcorn Crunchies, Creamy Christmas Wreath Thanksgiving Brunch Friday, November 18, 11:30am-1:30pm Thankful Breakfast Bake, Indian Corn Dip, Pilgrims Salad, Apple Crisp, Butter Ball Chiffons The ABC s of Beginner Cooking Preschool Classes for 3-5 year olds (with or without an adult): Bring your Little Chef over to the Cooking School on Wednesday afternoons this Fall in this creative series. Your child will have fun creating, learning and reading about the letters we use for cooking. At the end of class, we will incorporate a wonderful story while they are enjoying their lunch that they help create. Join us for all six! Classes are 1-2:30 pm. Cost is $12 per class / $44 for 4 classes / $60 for whole series O is for Omelets in a Bag, Ooey Gooeys, and Frozen Orange Pops Wednesday, October 12 P is for Pigs in a Blanket, Pineapple Kabobs, and Purple Cow Shakes Wednesday, October 26 R & S are for Rocket Fuel Drink, Spider Snacks, and Sesame Chicken Wednesday, November 16 T is for Tuna Fish Boats, Trees in a Broccoli Forest, and Tropical Fruit Smoothies Wednesday, November 30 U, V, & W are for Vegetable Burritos, Winter Vegetable Salad and Ultimate M&M Cookies Wednesday, December 7 X, Y, & Z are for Xylophone Cupcakes, Yogurt Parfait, and Zoo Animals in a Cage Wednesday, December

4 kids kitchen Moms and Dads, feel free to leave the little ones at class in The Cooking School in the hands of our capable teachers and assistants while you do some stress-free grocery shopping, or you can stay and watch the fun. You choose whatever you and your child are most comfortable with. Kids n-books, Part 6 Instructor Miss Ilene Stella Saturday, October 8, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 In this wonderful cooking series, Miss Ilene will guide you in making some food from your favorite books. This class features the book Green Eggs and Ham By Dr. Seuss. Sam I Am Scrambled Eggs, Apple Cranberry Muffins, Seuss Fruits Stacks little chefs ages 4-7 Fall Fun Instructor Miss Natalie Valente Saturday, November 12, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 Autumn is here so when you re done jumping in the leaves, come on over to the Cooking School this morning for some fall treats that will warm your tummy. Scramble Biscuit Cups, Stuffed Bundles, Apple Crisp, Pumpkin Face Cookies BLACK FRIDay: Christmas Movie and Dinner (also Junior Chefs) Instructor Miss Liz Bauld Friday, November 25, 2:00pm-5:00pm per child/$50 for 3 children Mom and Dad: Do you have Black Friday shopping to get done?! Bring the kids to the Cooking School tonight and let us feed them AND entertain them while YOU go shop. The kids will make their own dinner and then we will watch a classic Christmas movie and play some food games. Pigs in a Blanket, Cheeseburger Sliders, Tater Tot Casserole, Roasted Veggie Kabobs, Mini Apple Pies, Christmas Cut-Out Cookies Kids n-books, Part 8 Instructor Miss Ilene Stella Saturday, December 3, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 In this wonderful cooking series, Miss Ilene will guide you in making some food from your favorite books. Our December class features Laura Numeroff s Christmas edition of If You Bring a Mouse to the Movies. Mouse s Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies, Laura Numeroff s Favorite Norwegian Christmas Cookies, Movie time! Popcorn snacks Christmas Cookie Exchange Instructor Miss Amie Liming Saturday, December 17, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 Join us for a fun adult tradition that, just for this morning, kids can take part in. We will create some cookies that everyone will want to exchange and especially eat. Christmas Cookies in a Jar, Candy Cane Cookies, Colorful Candy Bar Cookies, Eggnog Cookies, Reindeer Cookies Little Monsters Halloween Party Instructor Miss Amie Liming Saturday, October 29, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 Calling all ghosts, goblins, pirates and princesses, join us this morning for this fun, safe and creative Halloween party. Halloween Snack Mix, Halloween Punch, Witches Broomsticks, Black Cat Cupcakes, Halloween Sandwiches, Halloween Pizza, Cauldron Dip Kids n-books, Part 7 Instructor Miss Ilene Stella Saturday, November 19, 10:00am-12:00pm $12 In this wonderful cooking series, Miss Ilene will guide you in making some food from your favorite books. Dr. Seuss continues to be our inspiration as we read and enjoy recipes pulled from the pages of Ten Apples Up On Top. Pancake Apple Tacos w/ Fluffer-nutter cream, Chicken Sausages with Apple Slaw, Johnny Apple Cider Smoothies. 4

5 kids kitchen junior chefs ages 8-12 Discoverer s Day Instructor Miss Therese Bertrand Friday, October 14, 6:00pm-8:00pm As we remember Christopher Columbus and all the other explorers and their discoveries, we will make some delicious food that will taste much better than what was served on their ocean vessels. Queen Isabella Chicken and Rice Bake, Columbus Pizza Pasta Salad, Nina, Pinta or Santa Maria Apple Snack, Zeppoli (Italian Fried Dough) Looking for a place to host a birthday party? Look no further than the TOPS Cooking School! For more information, call us at BLACK FRIDay: Christmas Movie and Dinner (also Little Chefs) Instructor Miss Liz Bauld Friday, November 25, 2:00pm-5:00pm per child/$50 for 3 children Mom and Dad: Do you have Black Friday shopping to get done?! Bring the kids to the Cooking School tonight and let us feed them AND entertain them while YOU go shop. The kids will make their own dinner and then we will watch a classic Christmas movie and play some food games. Pigs in a Blanket, Cheeseburger Sliders, Tater Tot Casserole, Roasted Veggie Kabobs, Mini Apple Pies, Christmas Cut-Out Cookies Freaky Friday Instructor Miss Natalie Valente Friday, October 21, 6:00pm-8:00pm Freaky? YES! Creepy? YES! Tasty and yummy? Of course! Just because the menu sounds weird, it won t taste anything but delicious. Meat Eyeballs, Mummy Drumsticks, Creepy Cupcakes, Skull & Cross Bones, Bobbing Head Punch Veteran s Day Instructor Miss Therese Bertrand Friday, November 11, 6:00pm-8:00pm Come to class tonight as we make food to honor and talk about the men and women that have fought for our country over the years and given us the many freedoms we have. Wear something red, white and blue. Navy Subs, Air Force Wings, Pasta Marine-ara, Army Artichoke- Spinach Dip, Coast Guard Tuna Boats Kids CAN Contribute to Your Thanksgiving Dinner Instructor Miss Therese Bertrand Friday, November 18, 6:00pm-8:00pm Are you tired of Mom or Dad shooing you out of the kitchen on Thanksgiving when you just want to help? Well come tonight and let Miss Therese show you a couple ways you can make your very OWN foods to add to your family s Thanksgiving Feast. Turkey Tracks Appetizer, Sugar Cone Cornucopia, Aut-Yum Leaves, Marshmallow Pilgrim Hats, Turkey Cupcakes Christmas Cookies Instructor Miss Natalie Valente Friday, December 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm Do you know those incredible cookies a family member or friend makes that you enjoy eating this time of year? Well, don t wait for someone else to make them, come tonight and learn how to make your own fabulous variety of cookies! Butterscotch Peanut Bars, Caramel Brownies, Chocolate Almond Joy Cookies, Holiday Bits Cutout Cookies, Pumpkin Spiced Cookies More Christmas Cookies Instructor Miss Therese Bertrand Friday, December 16, 6:00pm-8:00pm Here is another opportunity to make some wonderful, but different Holiday cookies for all to enjoy. Merry Mint Chocolate Delights, Oreo Truffle Ornaments, Snow Flake Sugar Cookies, Sweet Snowballs, Secret Surprise- Center Cookies 5

6 adult classes HANDS-ON DAYTIME DISCOVER YOUR HEALTH Pumpkin-Palooza Personal Chef Mary Beth Brinkerhoff Thursday, October 6, 7:00-9:00pm It s that time of year when pumpkins abound. Everyone knows pumpkins make great Jack O Lanterns and delicious pie, but tonight we re going to explore how to use this versatile and very nutritious squash in every course to make a wonderful fall dinner! Pumpkin-Leek Soup, Maple Glazed Pork Chops with Pumpkin Polenta, Spiced Pumpkin, Lentil and Goat Cheese Salad and Pumpkin Tiramisu. Wines 102 Culinary Instructor Ilene Stella Monday, October 10, 7:00-9:00pm $30 class including Wine Tasting Back by popular demand, this wine information class is designed to answer your questions! What is the difference between champagne and sparkling wine? What champagnes make a great gift but won t break the bank? How do I pair sparkling wines with cheese? Desserts? All this will be discussed while we enjoy three appetizers that complement our wine selections. Champagne Truffles, Cheese Board on a Budget, Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta Fall Favorites Cardiac Dietary Educator Anne Marie Egan, RN Tuesday, October 11, 7:00-9:00pm Join us this evening and learn how the Dietary Guidelines and the Plate method for meal planning can help you to manage your weight, cholesterol, and diabetes. It doesn t have to be a chore when it s done in an easy, tasty way. Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry, Spaghetti Squash and Vegetable Gratin, Pork Tenderloin with Apple Topping, Baked Fish with Vegetables Hands-On Soul-Warming Comfort Foods Chef Therese Bertrand Wednesday, October 12, 7:00-9:00pm Take the chill out of the air with these warm your soul comfort food favorites. Stir up some warm memories or create some beautiful new ones. Give a gift of love from your kitchen to your family s stomachs. Favorite Southern Fried Chicken, Homemade Mac and Cheese, Savory Pot Roast with Veggies, Lasagna Roll Ups, Texas Sheet Cake. Healthy, Hearty Soups Culinary Instructor Natalie Valente Thursday, October 13, 7:00-9:00pm Cooler weather is upon us which makes most of us think of a hearty soup and a crusty loaf of bread as a dinner that will warm our insides. Join us tonight to taste some new soups that will do just that. Grandma s chicken noodle soup is good, but come learn some fantastic alternatives. Ribolleta Soup, Lentil-Barley Soup, Chicken & Parsnip Soup, Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Apples & Garam Marsala Cooking with Apples Executive Chef Amie Liming Monday, October 17, 7:00-9:00pm The smell of fresh apple pie is in the air. Attended this class to find out a few more things you can do with apples. Every course will include our very own, famous N.Y. apples as one of the ingredients. Apple Chutney, Apple, Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad, Curry Apple Chicken Salad Wraps, Sausage with Apple Sauerkraut, Apple Cake Seafood Dishes for the Fall Seafood Specialist Larry Bauld Tuesday, October 18, 7:00-9:00pm class/$35 with wine October makes us think of Color changes in the leaves, hearty winter squash, pumpkins and Halloween. But what about seafood? Come and join us as Larry teaches us some hearty, autumn-themed seafood delicacies. Coconut Milk Mahi-Mahi Soup, Prosciutto- Roasted Fish with Autumn Vegetables, Seared Autumn Spice Scallops, Red Snapper with Red Peppers and Pears Impress Your Friends Personal Chef Ellen Adams Wednesday, October 19, 7:00-9:00pm So your friends know that you are a great cook, but do they know how great you are?! Come tonight and let Chef Ellen show you how to make some incredible entrees that will WOW them and have them begging for more! Smoked Salmon on Crostini, Chicken Piccata, Confetti Rice, Herb Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Devil s Food Chocolate Trifle Slow-Cooker Comfort Meals Culinary Instructor and Manager Liz Bauld Thursday, October 20, 7:00-9:00pm class/$30 with wine Even though slow-cooked meals are perfect for any time of year, this time of year is especially wonderful to come home from work to the smell of a hearty, comfort meal all ready to serve. In case you haven t heard, Liz loves cooking with her crockpot! So come let Liz show you how to put together some of these slow-cooking favorites. Escalloped Chicken, Island Kielbasa, Slow Cooker Pizza, Swiss Steak, Bananas Foster 6

7 adult classes HANDS-ON DAYTIME DISCOVER YOUR HEALTH pot), Grandma s Apple Pie with 5-Minute Crust Caramel Streusel (featuring a food processor, Lefsa board, Apple Peeler-Corer-Slicer, and pastry blender) Hands-On Great Grapes! Culinary Instructor Ilene Stella Monday, November 7, 7:00-9:00 pm class/$35 with wine Long hailed as one of nature s nutrition power houses, the great grape is celebrated here. Learn the many tasty ways you can incorporate this fruit-world superstar into your diet. Grilled Chicken with Mango Grape Salsa, Broccoli and Grape Salad, Crystalline Grape Gems, Grandma s Grape Bread Hands-on Cooking with Superfoods Culinary Instructor Usha Shah Monday, October 24, 7:00-9:00pm Superfoods are good for your health and really worth adding to your meals as part of a balanced diet. They can help give your skin a healthy glow, detoxify the liver, increase your brain power, reduces the risk of heart disease and some cancers. Join us as we learn more about these superfoods that can be found in your local supermarket. Quinoa and Walnut Bake, Squash Soup, Chickpea, Butternut Squash and Feta Cheese Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Baked Apples with Orange Marmalade The Lunch Bunch Personal Chef Ellen Adams Tuesday, October 25, 11:00am-1:00pm class/ with wine Bring a friend and treat yourself to a special lunch this afternoon at the Cooking School. Our own Chef Ellen will delight you with her stories and beautifuuly prepared Fall menu.carrot and Ginger Soup, Mixed Greens Autumn Salad with Candied Pecans, Parmesan Crisps and Turkey Breast, Grilled Peaches with Yogurt and Honey Healthy One-Dish Diabetes-Friendly Dinners Diabetes Expert, Celia Topping Personal Chef Brenda Monahan Wednesday, October 26, 7:00 9:00pm $10 for MVP members/ non-members Tonight we will prepare easy, well-balanced dinners that are certain to become part of your weekly menu rotation! A diabetes expert will join us to discuss healthy eating tips for preventing and controlling diabetes. Plus, we will share how to make a freezer library and provide you with a take-home diabetes-friendly shopping list. Whole Grain Buckwheat Noodle Salad with Edamame, Crockpot Chicken Jambalaya With Brown Rice, Toasted Quinoa Salad With Scallops, Favorite 5-Minute Meal With Leftovers, Black Bean Brownies Hands-On Asian with Flair Personal Chef Ellen Adams Wednesday, November 2, 7:00-9:00pm class/$35 with wine Instead of calling for take-out, have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own Asian food? If so, tonight is the night to do it. Chef Ellen has some marvelous recipes for you to make; come try them out. Crab Rangoon, Shrimp Lo Mein, Orange Beef with Brown Rice, Vegetable Eggroll, Grilled Pineapple with Vanilla Ice Cream Kitchen Tools That Really Work Culinary Instructor Maria Pellegrino Thursday, November 3, 7:00-9:00pm class/$30 with wine Are you a kitchen gadget enthusiast? Maria s husband says he needs to add on to the kitchen just for all her gadgets. Truth be told, not every one works well or saves time versus kitchen space. Here are a few gadgets that have earned their spot in her kitchen and some recipes that highlight them. French Onion Soup (featuring a mandolin slicer, ceramic knife, garlic press and crockpot), Lemon Herb-Roasted Chicken with Veggie Garlic Pasta (featuring a flavor injector, vertical chicken roaster, microplane, and pasta A New Twist on Your Holiday Dinner Chef Therese Bertrand Tuesday, November 8, 7:00-9:00pm class/$30 with wine Move over turkey, we got a new meat for your holiday table. Put some exciting pizzazz into your holiday meal. A beautiful infusion of your traditional favorites with some refined culinary elegance added in. A taste everyone will love. Roast Pork with Cider Cream Sauce and Apple Walnut Raisin Dressing, Roasted Winter Vegetable Medley, Cranberry Salad, and Fabulous Fruit Strudels Crazy for Cranberries Personal Chef Mary Beth Brinkerhoff Wednesday, November 9, 7:00-9:00pm Everyone knows cranberries as juice or sauce to accompany the holiday turkey, but these beautiful ruby jewels have so much more to offer! Tonight we ll try all their sweet-tart goodness in: Hot Cranberry Cider, Cranberry Salsa with Pita Chips, Cornish Hens with Double Cranberry and Thyme Sauce, Apple Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette, and Cranberry Buckle with Vanilla Crumb Topping Healthy Thanksgiving Sides Culinary Instructor Natalie Valente Thursday, November 10, 7:00-9:00pm class/$30 with wine For many of us, Thanksgiving is a day dedicated to family, friends, and eating good food. We may plan on eating til we re stuffed, but that doesn t mean you have to take a break from eating healthy foods. Natalie has some delicious options for you. Rosemary Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Shallots, Brussels Sprout Gratin, Wild Rice Dressing with Chestnut & Cranberries, Sausage & Sourdough Bread Stuffing, Pumpkin Pie Pudding 7

8 adult classes HANDS-ON DAYTIME DISCOVER YOUR HEALTH Autumn Tea Executive Chef Amie Liming Monday, November 14, 7:00-9:00pm Any time is a great time for tea. Please join us for some delicious recipes fit for a queen. We will also discuss some tea party ideas for the fall and holiday season. Mini Bacon Quiches, Turkey and Pear Tea Sandwiches, Cream Scone with Lemon Curd, Pumpkin Cookies, Pecan Squares Heart Healthy for the Holidays Cardiac Dietary Educator Anne Marie Egan, RN Tuesday, November 15, 7:00-9:00pm class/$30 with wine Tonight you will learn how to incorporate some heart healthy holiday foods in with traditional family favorites in order to control cholesterol, weight, blood pressure and blood glucose over the entire holiday season. Portabella Mushroom and Field Green Salad, Cranberry Chicken, Toasted Pecan Wild Rice, Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies Seafood Sides for Thanksgiving Seafood Specialist Larry Bauld Wednesday, November 16, 7:00-9:00pm Tired of the same old starters and sides at your Thanksgiving feast? How about trying something new by adding some seafood to your table this year? Come tonight and see how you can do that in a scrumptious way! Chilled Shrimp with Mimosa Dressing, Crab Quiche, Beaufort Stew, Cornbread and Oyster Dressing Smart Holiday Snacking for People With or Without Diabetes Diabetes Expert, Celia Topping Personal Chef Brenda Monahan Thursday, November 17, 7:00 9:00pm $10 for MVP members/ non-members The holidays can be very challenging for people with diabetes who are trying to maintain their healthy diets and their weight. A diabetes expert will join us to explain how to make easy and nutritious snacks work for you this busy time of year. We will demonstrate how to prepare some delicious appetizers that are diabetic-friendly that everybody will enjoy. We will also give you a list of savory and sweet snacks to take home for anytime! Smoked Salmon Pizzettes, Apples and Gorgonzola Appetizer, Holiday Artichoke Chicken Dip, Meatballs with Cranberry-Tomato Sauce, Low-Carb Gingerbread Bars Hands-on Cooking with Whole Grains and Seeds Culinary Instructor Usha Shah Monday, November 21, 7:00-9:00pm The health benefits of whole grains are well known but how to incorporate these healthy whole foods into our diet is not. Most of us only know how to use Wheat, Oat, or Brown Rice. This limits our options to only a handful of healthy grain dishes we regularly eat. Increase your options by exploring dishes based on other grains. This will not only help you get your FDA suggested 3-5 servings of whole grain a day, but it will also help you reap the specific health benefits of the different types you eat. Greek Quinoa Salad with Feta, Wild Rice Cranberry Apple Pilaf, Creamy Cannellini Bean and Amaranth Soup, Pumpkin Pie The Lunch Bunch Autumn Tea Executive Chef Amie Liming Tuesday, November 22, 11:00am-1:00pm Any time is a great time for tea. Please join us this afternoon for some delicious recipes fit for a queen. We will discuss some tea party ideas for the fall and holiday season. Mini Bacon Quiches, Turkey and Pear Tea Sandwiches, Cream Scone with Lemon Curd, Pumpkin Cookies, Pecan Squares Hands-On Christmas Cookies #1 Culinary Instructor Rosanne Battisti-Baxter Saturday, November 26, 10:00am-12:00pm Rosanne s Christmas Cookie class is as much of a holiday tradition around here as Christmas itself! Come join us at 1 of 3 hands-on classes and learn how to make some fabulous cookies that you will be anxious to add to your holiday cookie platters. Sachertorte Cookies, White Chocolate Kisses Gingerbread Cookies, Brownie Peanut Butter Bites, Cherry Snowballs, Candy Topped Blossom Cookies Hands-On Christmas Chocolate Making for Giving or Serving Culinary Instructor and Manager Liz Bauld Monday, November 28, 7:00-9:00pm Looking for that perfect gift from the kitchen? Nothing says love like a hand-made gift. Add chocolate, and you have something they will really love! Chocolate Covered Cherries, Triple Layer Mint Candies, Peanut Clusters, White Chocolate Covered Pretzel Dainties, Chocolate Covered Fruit Slice Jellies 8

9 adult classes HANDS-ON DAYTIME DISCOVER YOUR HEALTH Christmas Party Ideas Executive Chef Amie Liming Tuesday, November 29, 7:00-9:00pm Recipes for tree trimming, ornament or cookie exchange parties, wrapping parties, progressive dinners, and more. Christmas is a wonderful time to spend with friends and family. Tonight Amie is sharing a menu of Christmas appetizers while we discuss a variety of themed parties to make the holidays and YOUR get-together s a memory they will never forget. Cranberry Meatballs, Fruit and Caramel Brie, Crab Pinwheels, Pesto Cheesecake, Grinch Punch Healthy Holiday Party Culinary Instructor Natalie Valente Thursday, December 1, 7:00-9:00pm Change the price to class/$30 with wine Natalie is known for her incredible recipes that are so full of flavor, people are shocked to find out that they are actually a healthier alternative to other foods you may find at a typical Holiday party. Come taste for yourself, you ll be glad you did, and your Holiday guests will thank you as well. Roasted Oysters with Lemon-Anise Stuffing, Bacon Balls, Roasted Eggplant Dip with Focaccia, Creamy Crab Cocktail Sauce on Garlic Rubbed Crostini, Harvest Sweet Potato Pecan Pie Tarts Hands-On Christmas Cookies #2/#3 Culinary Instructor Rosanne Battisti-Baxter Monday, December 5, 2:00-4:00pm OR Monday, December 5, 7:00-9:00pm Rosanne s Christmas Cookie class is as much of a holiday tradition around here as Christmas itself! Come join us at 1 of 3 hands-on classes and learn how to make some fabulous cookies that you will be anxious to add to your holiday cookie platters. Sachertorte Cookies, White Chocolate Kisses Gingerbread Cookies, Brownie Peanut Butter Bites, Cherry Snowballs, Candy Topped Blossom Cookies Hands-On Weekend Guests Personal Chef Ellen Adams Tuesday, December 6, 7:00-9:00pm Are you expecting out-of-town guests for the upcoming holidays? Are you looking for some new ideas of what to feed them while they are here? Never fear Chef Ellen is here... with some tasty new ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert to impress your guests. Blueberry Almond Scones, Pasta e Fagioli Soup, Parmesan Breadsticks, Arugula Salad with Parmesan Ribbons and Lemon Vinaigrette, Godiva Crème Brule Holiday Hostess Gifts Personal Chef Brenda Monahan Wednesday, December 7, 7:00-9:00pm The holidays are quickly approaching and I know you need some fresh ideas for making homemade gifts from the kitchen. Indulge your friends and family with these unique treats, and the entertaining season will be a breeze! Homemade Peppermint Patties, Festive Cranberry-Pistachio Macaroons, Best Ever Hot Cocoa Mix, Sweet Potato Pralines, Buttery Mixed Nut Bars 9

10 adult classes Easy Appetizers Personal Chef Mary Beth Brinkerhoff Thursday, December 8, 7:00-9:00pm It s that time of the year full of fun and family and food, but let s face it, sometimes it s really hard to pull together a party between shopping and working and cookie baking! Tonight we ll make some great little bites that are perfect for an easy open house or to take to a work gathering. All of these dishes are sure to impress and only YOU will know how easy they were! Wild Mushroom Ragout on Crispy Polenta, Shrimp in Escabeche, Chili Corn Squares with Roasted Tomato Salsa, and for a sweet treat Toblerone Fondue Hands-On Gifts of Good Taste from the Kitchen Culinary Instructor Ilene Stella Monday, December 12, 7:00-9:00 pm The office mate, the mail carrier, your kids teachers, the list goes on and on... Join us and learn how to make delicious gifts for all these folks on your list. These recipes are economical and quick which leaves you with a little extra cash and a lot more time for Holiday celebrating! Bacon Batter Bread, Amaretto Cinnamon Nut Mix, Coffeehouse Spoons, Three-in-One Biscotti Hands-On Holiday Bite Size Appetizers and Pastries Chef Therese Bertrand Tuesday, December 13, 7:00-9:00pm More ideas for one bite wonders to put out at your holiday parties or serve as your Christmas Eve open house. Easy to make and serve, elegant to display and eat. Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad in Wonton Cups, Crostini Trio, Spinach Gruyere Pinwheels, Beer Battered Apple Wedges, Baklava Cups Elegant Seafood Entrees for the Holiday Season Seafood Specialist Larry Bauld Wednesday, December 14, 7:00-9:00pm class/$35 with wine Are you looking for something to impress your family and friends with this Holiday season? These recipes may sound fancy, will look elegant and taste fabulous, but they are a breeze to make. Come let Larry show you how it s done. Shrimp a la Greco, Fresh Halibut with Pear Jardinière, Caramelized Salmon with Cherry Salsa, Sole with Lemon and Butter Sauce HANDS-ON DAYTIME DISCOVER YOUR HEALTH Hands-On Indian Cooking Culinary Instructor Usha Shah Monday, December 19, 7:00-9:00pm Indian cooking is well known for its creative use of spices. Using more than ten while cooking a recipe is not considered excessive. Spices used in Indian food may be ground or whole, fried or roasted, dry or as paste, at the end or in the beginning of the cooking, alone or in combination. Join us as Usha sheds some light on this flavorful style of cooking. Shahi Paneer, Vegetarian Biryani, Cucumber and Apple Raita, Coconut Burfi Heart Healthy Recipes for Cold, Winter Nights Cardiac Dietary Educator Anne Marie Egan, RN Tuesday, December 20, 7:00-9:00pm Warm and wonderful describes these comfort entrees that aren t just filling, but healthy too. Join Anne Marie tonight as she lets you taste some fabulous foods perfect for those chilly nights here in Rochester. Italian Wedding Soup, Chicken Cacciatore, Roasted Winter Vegetables, Cranberry Pudding Cake The Lunch Bunch Elegant Christmas Luncheon Personal Chef Brenda Monahan Friday, December 23, 11:00am-1:00pm Come join us today for a very special Christmas Luncheon. Treat your special someone to a gift they will be talking about all year! Besides enjoying the fabulous food, you will learn how to make these easy, elegant dishes that can be served at home, or shared at your next holiday gathering. Pistou (Garlic and Vegetable) Bruschetta, Candied Pecan and Endive Salad, Poached Salmon (or Chicken) with Caper Vinaigrette, English Christmas Pork Pie, Aussie Pavlova (Meringue Dessert) 10

11 Class registration is easy and convenient. We are able to take payment over the phone using your credit card. To register for a cooking class at our Mt. Read Blvd. TOPS, please note the following: To register by phone: Call the TOPS Cooking School in Rochester at You must provide a credit card number and expiration date to register by phone using your credit card. Card cannot be debit only card must have a VISA/MasterCard/American Express/ Discover logo. Please have your credit card ready when calling. Pre-registration for all classes is recommended at least 5 days in advance, as the class may be cancelled for low attendance after that time. Elizabeth Bauld Cooking School Manager 3507 Mt. Read Blvd., Rochester, NY, Cancellation Policy If you cannot attend a class, you may send a substitute in your place. TOPS reserves the right to change any menu or instructor, or to cancel any class at their discretion. The Cooking School will attempt to notify students of cancellations. In order to better prepare for our classes and to better serve our customers, we now require a 3 day advance notice if you cannot attend a class or your credit card will be charged. No refunds will be made after that time. Just call the Cooking School and leave your name and the date of the class you need to cancel. We will call to confirm. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. School is handicapped accessible. : Cashier please use PLU

12 Breakfast, Brunch or Supper with Santa! (4 Sessions) Make-n-Take Gingerbread House per pair/1 adult & 1 or 2 children working together on 1 house **Call early to ensure your spot in the class you want** (FULL payment due at time of reservation) 4 SESSIONS: Saturday, November 26th, 2-4:00pm Saturday, December 10th, 10:00am-12:00pm Sunday, December 11th, 2-4:00pm Wednesday, December 21st, 6-8:00pm This very popular class is being offered this year at 4 different days and times to accommodate many different schedules. Many of our return customers tell us that this fun, seasonal activity has now become a Holiday tradition for their families. This activity is a wonderful time for a parent and child of any age, a grandparent and child, favorite Aunt or Uncle and child, Nanny or Babysitter and child, etc. Saturday, December 10, 5:00-6:30pm (Supper) Saturday, December 17, 5:00-6:30pm (Supper) Sunday, December 18, 9:00-10:30am (Breakfast) Sunday, December 18, 11:30-1:00pm (Brunch) $10 per Adult / $8 per child (ages 8-12) / $5 per child (ages 3-7) FREE for infants age 2 and under (Please note: Due to limited space, there will be no room for high chairs or strollers; infants have to sit on laps only) *Call early to ensure your spot in the session you want* (FULL payment due at time of reservation) BREAKFAST/BRUNCH MENU: Prancer s Pancakes, The Elves Excellent Eggs, Comet s Potato Casserole, Santa s Sausage, Vixon s Variety of Juices, Cupid s Coffee and Heavenly Hot Chocolate SUPPER MENU: Arctic Dogs in a Sleeping Bag, Mrs. Claus Mac & Cheese, Christmas Celery/Carrots with Ranch Dip, Cheery Cherry Fruit Salad, Holiday Punch, Cupid s Coffee and Heavenly Hot Chocolate **ALL MEALS include Decorate-Your-Own-Christmas Cookies for EVERY person for dessert** christmas break day camps! For ages 4-7, 8-11, and (age groups are separated within the camp) DecEMBEr 27-30, 2011 a day per child Unlike our week-long Summer camps, we offer these Single Day Camps to give you more options of things-to-do during your School Break; you can attend 1 day, 2 days or the whole week. Day #1: Holiday Luncheon Instructor Miss Natalie Valente Tuesday, December 27, 2:00-5:00pm Beef Pizza Pie, Glazed Chicken Wings, Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips, Popcorn Delight, Snowman Cookies Day #2: Holiday Dinner Instructor Miss Therese Bertrand Wednesday, December 28, 2:00-5:00pm Holiday Chicken Strips with Special Sauce, Stuffin Muffins, Festive Fruit Salad, Fried Apples, Onion Rings, and Celebration Mini Tarts Day #3: Holiday Desserts Instructor Miss Liz Bauld Thursday, December 29, 2:00-5:00pm Cherry-Pistachio Cookies, Popcorn Cake, Loving Loaf, Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars, Ruby Red Layered Jello Salad, Moon Rocks Day #4: New Year s Eve Party Instructor Miss Brenda Monahan Friday, December 30, 2:00-5:00pm Cream Cheese Penguins, Fireworks Mango Salsa, Honey-Garlic Meatballs, Veggie Ranch Dip, Homemade Animal Crackers, Bacon Cheese Puffs, Sparkling Juice Spritzers