MAY-AUG 2016 SCHEDULE

MAY-AUG 2016 SCHEDULE

TAKE A CLASS. LEARN A SKILL. HAVE SOME FOOD FUN. Looking to become more confident in the kitchen? Have the desire to eat healthier, be greener, or cook more? Or do you simply want a new and fun activity for your next date night or girls night out? Check out all the fun classes and programs offered at the downtown market. REGISTER FOR CLASSES AT: DOWNTOWNMARKETGR.COM/CLASSES DOWNTOWN MARKET CULINARY CLUB MEMBER DOWNTOWN MARKET CULINARY CLUB MEMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 NO. 0000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 NO. 0000 JOIN THE CULINARY CLUB! Complete 10 classes at the Downtown Market and the 11th class is free! Valid only at the Grand Rapids and may only be used for regularly scheduled culinary classes. No change or refunds will be given for any remaining value.

HANDS-ON GET YOUR HANDS FOODY IN THESE FUN CLASSES FOR 21+. CINCO DE MAYO OAXACAN FEAST Fri, May 6, 6p-8:30p $55 It s time to travel through the culinary delights of Southwestern Mexico where you ll learn to make Oaxacan mole, brown sugar pound cake with Mexican chocolate sauce, and tamales stuffed with chicken or pork! BEER BBQ AND CLASSIC SIDES Fri, May 20, 6p-8:30p $55 Celebrate slow-cooked meats with Big Lake Brewery! Learn to make the perfect pulled pork, BBQ sauce (with beer!), classic sides like coleslaw, rustic beer-baked beans, and cornbread. SUSHI CELEBRATION Tues, May 24, 6p-8:30p $65 Thurs, July 7, 6p-8:30p $65 One step up from our classic sushi class, you ll continue your exploration of making the perfect sushi rice while creating a New York roll with tempura shrimp, spicy tuna roll, and a dragon roll. SEAFOOD BASICS Thurs, June 2, 6p-8:30p $65 Join us while we tackle steamed mussels and clams like weathered sea folk! Learn how to bake whole stuffed fish with tons of flavor. Wrap up the meal with some simple and delicious sides. FRUIT PIE, OH MY! BERRIES AND MORE Tues, July 12, 6p-8:30p $40 Michigan berries are in their prime. We ll celebrate by teaching you how to master an easy-to-make pie crust with a variety of seasonal fillings. You will create a beautiful tart sure to please even the pickiest of pie patrons! FLAVORS OF THE CARIBBEAN Tues, July 19, 6p-8:30p $55 Join us for a tropical Caribbean journey while we make amazing jerk chicken, a rich pepperpot stew, then lighten it up with a papaya-pineapple salad, followed by a rich coconut milk cake. VEGAN WITH A VENGEANCE Fri, July 22, 6p-8:30p $45 Create flavor packed entrées and desserts so tasty that you ll question just how Vegan they actually are. Participants will enjoy making chickpea shawarma salad, potato and porcini mushroom ravioli, and vegan chocolate pie. THIS IS HOW WE (THAI) ROLL Thurs, July 28, 6p-8:30p $45 Lets take a trip to Thailand with hands-on Thai roll instruction. You ll craft spring rolls, egg rolls, fresh shrimp rolls, and vegetable rolls. You ll also make Thai peanut salad and a mango coconut dessert.

SUMMER NOODLES AND SALADS Tues, August 2, 6p-8:30a $45 Cool down your summer with meals that won t turn up the heat! In this class you ll make a sesame chicken soba noodle salad, chilled wheatberry and seasonal fruit salad, a greenhouse grown salad - right from the Market greenhouse, and a refreshing mini seasonal fruit mousse. SUMMER BBQ ESSENTIALS Tues, August 9, 6p-8:30p $55 Head outside and heat up the grill! We ll learn to make a variety of marinades for grilled chicken (plus find out why and how to use them), learn the perfect cooking technique for our mouthwatering burgers, and create a light refreshing coleslaw (to put right on your burger). Then we ll wrap it all up with a grilled pound cake with seasonal fruit. FRUIT PIE, OH MY! APPLES AND MORE Tues, August 16, 6p-8:30p $40 Michigan summer fruit is in its prime, so let s celebrate with a classic pie-making class! We will help you master a great-tasting, easy to make pie crust and a variety of seasonal apple fillings for a beautiful tart sure to please even the pickiest of pie patrons! HOT NIGHTS IN THE SPANISH RIVIERA Wed, August, 17, 6p-8:30p $65 Take a food journey to the Spanish Riviera with Spanish style grilled meats and seafood; baby octopus salad, sweet potato empanadas and torta Santiago (the classic Spanish almond cake). LATE SUMMER HARVEST Tues, August 23, 6p-8:30p $55 With our favorite Michigan summer vegetables still available, we ll create some beautiful veggie-inspired dishes. Recipes include a crisp tomato-vegetable gazpacho, succulent grilled chicken, a refreshing fresh tomato and melon salad, and a seasonal fruit dessert. FAMILY ALL AGES WELCOME. CHILDREN AND PARENTS WILL CREATE MEALS USING LOCAL INGREDIENTS THAT MAKE THE WHOLE FAMILY FEEL GREAT. TARGET AUDIENCE AGES 6-12. FAMILY PASTA PARTY Fri, June 10, 6p-8:30p adults: $55, kids: $10 Parents will spend the evening learning how to make traditional ravioli with rustic tomato sauce and classic bruschetta. The kids will be swept away to create pasta noodles with flavorful red and white sauces for a traditional lasagna. To end the night, kids will create a delectable Tiramisu to share with their parents. BACK TO SCHOOL LUNCH Wed, August 31, 6p-8:30p adults: $40, kids: $10 Start the school year off right with healthy lunches you can make ahead of time. Kids will love your apple and carrot quick bread, Dutch pancakes, lemon pepper popcorn, spinach pepperoni pizza rolls, and a really fun twist on Japanese bento box lunches.

KIDS SIMPLE IN SKILL LEVEL AND FLAVOR, THESE CLASSES SHOW KIDS AGES 6-11 WHERE FOOD COMES FROM AND HOW IT GETS TO OUR PLATES. KIDS TACO TUESDAY Tues, May 3, 4p-5:30p $35 This class will inspire kids to create the menu for your family s next fiesta! Kids will learn how to make breakfast tacos (with egg, veggies, chorizo, and cheese),traditional ground beef tacos, tomato and tomatillo salsas, and a deliciously sweet Mexican dessert. KIDS COOKIE WORKSHOP Wed, May 18, 4p-5:30p $25 We ll start with two classics: peanut butter cookies, thumb print cookies, next move on to snickerdoodles, and wrap it all up with award-winning chocolate chip cookies. KIDS BAKIN CUPCAKES Wed, June 15, 4p-5:30p $35 Kids will learn how to perfect the ultimate batter and buttercream frosting both from scratch! While cupcakes are baking, we ll balance things out with a healthy snack. Then we ll learn how to flavor our frostings while having some decorating fun. KIDS ICE CREAM PARTY Mon, August 8, 4p-5:30p $30 After kids learn how to make the perfect ice cream base, they ll create their own customized ice cream flavors by adding a few (or a lot) of their favorite ice cream fixins, including whole fruits, blended fruits, nuts, cookies, sweet sauces and more. TEENS THESE CLASSES FOR TEENS AGES 12-15, ARE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR EXPERIMENTATION AND CREATIVITY WITH FOOD THAT WILL MOTIVATE A LIFE LONG LOVE OF COOKING. TEENS COOKIE WORKSHOP Wed, May 18, 7p-9p $30 This hands-on cookie workshop is a great way to get your teen interested in baking in the kitchen! We ll start with two classics: peanut butter cookies, thumb print cookies, next move on to snickerdoodles, and wrap it all up with award-winning chocolate chip cookies. Teens will get the chance to customize their cookies, just the way they like them! TEENS TACO TUESDAY Tues, May 3, 7p-9p $40 In this class teens will become inspired to create traditional Mexican dishes at home. They will learn how to make shrimp tacos with avocado salsa, roasted vegetable tacos with queso fresco, shredded chicken and black bean tostadas, and a deliciously sweet Mexican dessert. TEENS BAKIN CUPCAKES Wed, June 15, 7p-9p $35 Teens will learn how to make a variety of delicious batters and buttercream frosting all from scratch! While cupcakes are baking, we will balance things out with a healthy snack. Then teens will add some personal flair with custom fillings, flavors and decor.

KIDS AGES 6-11 3 DAYS OF ACTIVITIES 4 EXCITING THEMES HANDS-ON COOKING GREENHOUSE ACTIVITIES WEEK 1: BAKING 101-OVEN SCIENCE June 28, 29, and 30, 10a-2p $125 From savory to sweet, to sneaking in a few secret ingredients, kids will learn the science behind baking, and how to incorporate greenhouse fresh ingredients into their baked goods. SOLD OUT WEEK 2: ROADTRIP USA July 12, 13, and 14, 10a-2p $125 From the Southwest, to Creole country, to New England, and back, kids will take a culinary road trip throughout the US! This weeks kid s creations include: Buttermilk biscuits, homemade baked chicken tenders, nutty chocolate chip quinoa cupcakes, mini seasonal fruit tarts, savory supper pie, black bean brownies, pizza with vegetable pizza sauce, and monkey bread. This week s kids creations include: Mexican enchiladas, southwestern slaw, Tex-Mex style chocolate pudding, hopping John rice and beans, pimento cheese spread, lemon parfaits, New England crabcakes, rhubarb tea, and hasty pudding. WEEK 3: SOLD OUT! WEEK 4: MOVIE MEAL MAYHEM July 26, 27, and 28, 10a-2p $125 Ever wondered how to make a real Ratatouille or what would happen if Minecraft food was served at your dinner table? What would happen if food took over Grand Rapids like it does in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs? Join us as we explore the food, farming, and environment related to these popular movies. SOLD OUT This week s kids creations include: Sausage meatballs, giant pancakes, peach sauce, fresh fruit juice, pixalated fruits and veggies with homemade sauces and dips, vegetable ratatouille, French chocolate mousse, and homemade bread sticks. WEEK 5: MODERN CITY HOMESTEADING August 2, 3, and 4, 10a-2p $125 Kids will learn the ten basic concepts of urban homesteading and align them with practical skills, such as growing potted plants, making sauces from scratch, designing your own reusable snack sack, and using dry ice to create a fun dessert. Kids will also learn about rain barrels and worm bins (vermiculture) and how they add value to any urban yard. This week s kids creations include: Cucumber salad, black bean quesadillas, banana pudding vegetable pancakes with homeade ketchup, carrot slaw, ice cream, deviled eggs, seasonal veggie soup and homemade soft prezels with honey mustard dip.

TECHNIQUE & SKILL HAVE FUN, EAT WELL, AND LEARN ALL AT THE SAME TIME WITH KITCHEN TECHNIQUE CLASSES FOR AGES 16+. BEGINNING KNIFE SKILLS AND STOCKS Mon, May 9, 6p-8:30p $65 Learn basic knife techniques such as knife handling, types of cuts, and proper knife selection to make you more confident in the kitchen. You ll use these skills to create masterful chicken, fish, and beef stocks that will become the base for a variety of soups. We will make a seasonal vegetable minestrone and a rich creamy broccoli cheddar soup. FARMERS MARKET FOODIE FIELD TRIP Wed, May 11, 10a-12:30p $35 Wed, June 1, 10a-12:30a $35 Wed, July 6, 10a-12:30a $35 Wed, August 3, 10a-12:30a $35 Join our chefs at the Fulton Street Farmers Market for a guided personal shopping experience. We will teach you how to make the most of Michigan s bountiful harvest. We will reconvene at the to explore our vendors and greenhouse to grab the essential supplies that will complete your shopping list. After an instructional demo, you will walk away with seasonal recipes that are sure to impress. RAISE THE STEAKS! Thurs, June 16, 6p-8:30p $85 Father s Day is right around the corner so let s master the grill to impress before the big day. We will show you how to perfectly season steak, create rich white wine mushrooms, caramelized beer onions, herb rubbed oven roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetable skewers, and round out the day with a decadent black bottom pie. RAMEN WORKSHOP Mon, June 20, 6p-8:30p $55 What s more relaxing than a big bowl of traditional Ramen? Come learn about one of Chef Michael s favorites and see how easy this healthy dish is to make at home. You will be creating your own homemade traditional noodles and traditional broth. In addition, we will prepare potstickers and the perfect poached egg. To top it off, we ll whip up some tasty green tea ice cream. WE CAN CAN! Sat, July 16, 10a-12p $55 With the bounty of Michigan produce available right now, it s the perfect time to seal in the summer. We ll take in fresh fruits to create savory jams, sweet pie fillings, and a surprisingly tasty chutney. You will snack on classic quick pickled veggies as you learn to make your own, and then leave with a can do attitude to make summer last all year long. CHICKEN BREAK DOWN Tues, July 26, 6p-8:30p $65 Want to learn how to make classic chicken cordon bleu? How about shredded chicken and dumpling soup? Maybe you ve always wanted to know how to make perfect chicken stock? In this class you will receive a whole chicken and learn to cut, properly portion, and create these dishes utilizing every last piece. You ll also learn simple techniques to perfectly roast vegetables and how to make a creamy mushroom risotto.

COCKTAILS BEER, WINE, AND COCKTAIL CLASSES FOR ADULT 21+ FUN. HAPPY HOUR LIBATION LECTURE Every Thursday, 5p-6:30p FREE Dates include: May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, Aug 4, Aug 11, Aug 18, Aug 25 Join us on Thursdays for a libation lecture. Each week features a specialty cocktail, wine varietal, beer style, or genre of spirits in a 20-minute demonstration. Classes will be short and sweet, and offer a taste of our upcoming beverage classes. CARIBBEAN COCKTAILS Wed, July 20, 6p-7:30p $35 In this class we ll learn how the spice trade shaped modern day liquors, why island rum holds a special place in our heart, and how to swizzle your own cocktail like your last name is Marley. You ll learn how to use gin, rum, and of course our favorite whiskey, to create delicious and breezy island concoctions. FARMERS MARKET COCKTAILS Thurs, August 25, 6p-7:30p $35 Learn how to use fresh, locally grown ingredients to make simple syrups and juices that will freshen up your glass. We ll make a floral gin collins, Georgian peach tea, and a refreshing melon cooler. CLASSIC COCKTAILS FOR A CROWD Thurs, May 19, 6p-7:30p $35 Get into the lawn party spirit and learn the best of backyard cocktails for a crowd! You ll learn how to prepare the perfect batch of libations (punches, smashes and mules), before your guests arrive. INTRO TO HOME COCKTAILING Tues, June 7, 6p-7:30p $35 Tues, August 30, 6p-7:30p $35 Learn the top techniques and tools to become master of your own home bar. You ll also enjoy hands on experience in shaking (classic Margarita), stirring (traditional Manhattan), and muddling (seasonal smash) your way to a better home bar. STARS, STRIPES, DESSERTS, & COCKTAILS Thurs, June 23, 6p-8:30p $40 Dessert or a cocktail? Can t choose? Here in America, you don t have to! In this cocktailfocused class, we will pair your favorite red, white and blue patriotic dessert (berry shortcake) with a good ol fashioned and a Kentucky favorite, mint julep. USA! USA!

DEMOS & TASTINGS ALL THE FUN WITHOUT ALL THE WORK! TAMALE FIESTA Wed, May 4, 6p-8p $45 In this demonstrative and interactive class, you will learn how to make masa, three fillings, and a homemade salsa, all while sipping on a classic margarita or cerveza. You ll create your own family-style dinner to be enjoyed in our greenhouse. Then top it all off by making a refreshing horchata! CAREFREE CRAWFISH BOIL Fri, May 13, 6p-8:30p $55 A great way to capture the season is to enjoy an authentic Cajun crawfish boil you ll learn the joy of sitting at a newspapercovered table, piled high with crawfish, followed by an ice cold beer. We will show you how easy it is to host a fun backyard crawfish boil while learning the basics to carefree Cajun cooking. NEW ENGLAND CLAM BAKE Fri, July 15, 6p-8:30p $75 Summer is finally here with a classic New England clambake to highlight the season. We will gather together to bake clams, shrimp, mussels, lobster, corn, and potatoes, all without the rock-lined pit. Then enjoy some refreshing cocktails to top off this party. ADULT ICE CREAM AND SORBETS Thurs, August 4, 6p-8:30p $40 We are teaming up with Love s Ice Cream to teach you all about what goes into making great ice cream while enjoying a few light snacks along the way.

GREENHOUSE THESE CLASSES WILL HELP YOU TO FLEX YOUR GREEN THUMB BY LEARNING A FEW TECHNIQUES TO TAKE YOUR GARDEN TO THE NEXT LEVEL. URBAN GARDEN STARTER PARTY Sat, May 14, 10:30a-11:30a $40 Join us in the greenhouse for Saturday morning mimosas and croissants as we discuss the when, where s, why s, and how s of planting from seed. We ll cover seeding media, ideal germination conditions, and why you should always (always!) label newly sown seeds. Then we ll use our new found skills to seed a 72-cell tray to take home and later plant in your garden. Bring your own seeds or plant with ours. VERTICAL VEGETABLE GARDENING Tues, May 24, 10:30a-11:30a $25 Wed, June 8, 6p-7p $25 Learn about classic crops to trellis (pole beans, tomatoes) and a few new ones (sweet potato, Malabar spinach and more!). Learn about different trellis and support styles, and why the Florida Weave should be an extreme sport. You ll even build your own bamboo tripod trellis to take home. MID-SUMMER GARDEN RECHARGE Sat, July 23, 10:30a-11:30a $25 Wed, August 10, 6p-7p $25 Is your garden bare from early summer harvesting? Then it s time to renovate, revitalize, and recharge! In this class you ll learn what to plant next to keep your garden going long after Labor day, and how to get the most of the Michigan growing season. All participants will take home a variety of transplants that will create a Fall harvest. THE CAT S MEOW! Wed, August 3, 6p-7p $25 Catmint, catnip, and more! This garden class for cat owners will cover herbs and plants your feline friend will enjoy. Hands-on lessons include harvesting, taste-testing, and maintaining plant health. Participants will seed a cat-friendly container with cat-friendly transplants to take home.

SPECIAL EVENTS VINTAGE STREET MARKET Sun, May 8, 10a-4p Sun, June 12, 10a-4p Sun, July 10, 10a-4p Sun, August 14, 10a-4p Sun, September 11, 10a-4p vintagestreetmarketgr.com DOWNTOWN MARKET HAPPY HOUR Every Wed, June-Aug, 4p-7p Join us every Wednesday for! We ll be serving up drink specials and live entertainment you won t want to miss! MADE IN MICHIGAN POP-UP MARKETPLACE Sun, May 22, 10a-4p Sun, June 26, 10a-4p Sun, July 24, 10a-4p Sun, August 28, 10a-4p Sun, September 25, 10a-4p madeinmipopup.com PLANT SALES Sun, May 8, 10a-4p Sat, May 21, 10a-2p Sat, May 28, 10a-3p Sun, May 29, 10a-3p Sun, June 12, 10a-4p Sun, June 26, 10a-4p Sun, July 10, 10a-4p Sun, July 24, 10a-4pm MARKET MASTERS FRI, June 24, 7p-10p Come watch four chefs battle head-to-head for the title of Market Master! Witness the Iron Chef style live action. FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL Sat, May 21, 11a-2p Wed, June 22, 4p-8p Sun, July 24, 11a-2p CARS & COFFEE Sat, July 9, 10a-1p Sat, August 13, 10a-1p Sat, September 10, 10a-1p SAND SCULPTURE EVENT August 19-21, time TBD

MAY 2016 CLASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Kids Taco Tuesday Sampling Tuesday Tamale Fiesta Cinco de Mayo Oaxacan Feast GR Antique Car Club Meetup Vintage Street Market 1 2 Teens Taco Tuesday Beginning Knife Skills Sampling Tuesday Farmers Market Foodie Field Trip 4 5 Carefree Crawfish Boil 6 Urban Garden Starter Party 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 BIG SCREEN CUISINE: Bottle Shock Sampling Tuesday Kids Cookie Workshop Teens Cookie Workshop Classic Cocktails for a Crowd Beer BBQ and Classic Sides Food Trucks @ the Market Made in MI Pop-up Marketplace 15 22 16 23 Vertical Vegetable Gardening Sampling Tuesday Sushi Celebration 17 24 18 25 19 26 20 27 21 28 Sampling Tuesday 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 HANDS-ON FAMILY KIDS & TEENS TECHNIQUE & SKILL COCKTAILS DEMOS & TASTINGS GREENHOUSE SPECIAL EVENTS 3

JUNE 2016 CLASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Farmers Market Foodie Field Trip Seafood Basics 29 30 Intro to Home Cocktailing 31 Vertical Vegetable Gardening 1 2 Family Pasta Party 3 4 Vintage Market 5 12 Big Screen Cuisine: Like Water for Chocolate Ramen Workshop 6 13 7 14 Kids Bakin Cupcakes Teens Bakin Cupcakes Food Trucks @ The Market 8 15 Raise the Steaks 9 16 Stars, Stripes, Desserts, & Cocktails Market Masters 10 17 11 18 19 20 Simmer Camp: Week 1 - Baking 101 21 22 Simmer Camp: Week 1 - Baking 101 23 Simmer Camp: Week 1 - Baking 101 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 HANDS-ON FAMILY KIDS & TEENS TECHNIQUE & SKILL COCKTAILS DEMOS & TASTINGS GREENHOUSE SPECIAL EVENTS

JULY 2016 CLASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 26 27 28 Farmers Market Foodie Field Trip 29 Sushi Celebration 30 1 2 Vintage Street Market Made in MI Pop-up Marketplace Food Trucks @ the Market 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 Simmer Camp: Week 2 - Road Trip USA Fruit Pie, Oh My! Berries and More 12 Simmer Camp: Week 3 - SOLD OUT Flavors of the Caribbean 19 Simmer Camp: Week 4 - Movie Meal Mayhem Chicken Break Down 26 6 Simmer Camp: Week 2 - Road Trip USA 13 Simmer Camp: Week 3 - SOLD OUT Caribbean Cocktails 20 Simmer Camp: Week 4 - Movie Meal Mayhem 27 7 Simmer Camp: Week 2 - Road Trip USA 14 Simmer Camp: Week 3 - SOLD OUT 21 Simmer Camp: Week 4 - Movie Meal Mayhem This is How we (Thai) Roll 28 8 New England Clam Bake 15 Vegan with a Vengeance 22 29 We Can Can! Mid-summer Garden Recharge 9 16 23 30 HANDS-ON FAMILY KIDS & TEENS TECHNIQUE & SKILL COCKTAILS DEMOS & TASTINGS GREENHOUSE SPECIAL EVENTS

AUGUST 2016 CLASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 31 1 Simmer Camp: Week 5 - Modern City Homesteading Summer Noodles and Salads Simmer Camp: Week 5 - Modern City Homesteading Farmers Market Foodie Field Trip The Cat s Meow! 3 Simmer Camp: Week 5 - Modern City Homesteading Libation Adult Ice Cream and Sorbets 4 5 6 Kids Ice Cream Party Summer BBQ Essentials Mid-summer Garden Recharge Libation Vintage Street Market 7 8 Fruit Pie, Oh My! Apples and More 9 Hot Nights in the Riviera 10 Libation 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Late Summer Harvest Libation Farmers Market Cocktails 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Made in MI Pop-up Market Intro to Cocktailing Back to School Lunch 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 HANDS-ON FAMILY KIDS & TEENS TECHNIQUE & SKILL COCKTAILS DEMOS & TASTINGS GREENHOUSE SPECIAL EVENTS 2

435 IONIA AVE SW GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503 DOWNTOWNMARKETGR.COM 616.805.5308 REGISTER FOR CLASSES AT: DOWNTOWNMARKETGR.COM/CLASSES