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Baking with Chef Paul: Spring Puff Pastry
Baking with Chef Paul: Spring Puff Pastry
Wondering how to make classic or fast puff pastry? Join Chef Paul in this class to make you happy and learn everything you need to know about puff pastry. On the menu: puff pastry loaded with seasonal vegetables, mini wellingtons, radish tarts, cheese straws, and more—all from scratch. Recipes contain: wheat, egg. Demonstration. Tips for
2 events,
Foraging and Using Nettles: Food, Tea, and Tinctures
Foraging and Using Nettles: Food, Tea, and Tinctures
“Stinging” nettles are one of the most nutrient-dense greens around, and they grow all over the Madison area! Learn how to identify, forage, and use nettles in cooking, for tea, and as an herbal tincture (and how to preserve them for later). We’ll taste-test these wild spring greens, and each participant will take home a
2 events,
Spring Luncheon
Spring Luncheon
Join Chef Mike to create a spring lunch menu including a bright and refreshing endive salad with citrus fruits and spring onions, crispy zucchini fritters with chutney, a cheesecake dessert made with the sous vide method, and a sparkly fruit shrub mocktail (that would make a great cocktail, too!). Recipes contain: wheat, milk, eggs. Demonstration
2 events,
Sprouts: Homemade Gifts for Mom
Sprouts: Homemade Gifts for Mom
Mom deserves something nice for Mother’s Day, and there’s not a lot of room left on the fridge for another art project! Instead, we’ll make her a nice box of decorated sugar cookies, some salted caramels, and a couple of all-natural fizzy bath bombs. Recipes contain: wheat, dairy. Class Notes: This is a hands-on cooking
2 events,
James Widder: ‘The Renewal of the Seasons’
James Widder: ‘The Renewal of the Seasons’
Art Exhibition Showing: mid March - late May MMoCA Gallery Night: Friday, May 8th from 5-9pm Light refreshments will be provided & adjoining doors to Cafe Coda will be open for easy access to music & adult beverages. Artist Website: jameswidderart.wordpress.com
3 events,
Cultural Influences of Gumbo: African
Cultural Influences of Gumbo: African
We will explore the history, culture, and foods that made Louisiana a true melting pot. We will explore by ingredients and/or culture, sampling foods that contributed to the main dish of the state, Gumbo. Join Steffry to discuss the traditions and history that make Louisiana what it is today. On the menu: Jambalaya, Okra and
Wild Food/Wild Medicine Seasonal Plant Walk
Wild Food/Wild Medicine Seasonal Plant Walk
Meet the plants that feed and heal us. Join Linda Conroy on this guided plant walk. Learn to slow down, observe closely, and meet the edible and medicinal plants growing in our local landscape. As we move through the terrain, we’ll identify seasonal wild plants, exploring their traditional uses. You’ll learn basic identification skills, ethical
2 events,
Sprouts: Herbs in the Kitchen and Garden
Sprouts: Herbs in the Kitchen and Garden
Join Mr. T and the Sprouts to taste and learn about how to use several different herbs including dill, chives, parsley, and basil. Then we’ll plant some herb seeds in cups to take home and use in our own kitchens when they grow! Recipes contain: dairy, eggs, tree nuts, soy. Class Notes: This is a
3 events,
Composting and Caring for Your Soil
Composting and Caring for Your Soil
The secret to edible gardening success is in the SOIL you're growing in. Come learn how to build and care for your soil year-round in a way that makes your plants thrive. We'll explore ways to turn all kinds of organic materials into beautiful, rich compost and compost tea, as well as how to use
Summer Berries (Are Coming Soon!): Sweet and Savory Dishes
Summer Berries (Are Coming Soon!): Sweet and Savory Dishes
There are many ways to utilize the berries that are in season. We’ll balance sweet and savory, and explore some new and different takes on familiar fruits (and some classics, too!). On the menu: raspberry glaze for grilling, fresh baby spinach and blackberries with a warm balsamic dressing, strawberry and brie bruschetta, and a blueberry
2 events,
Cooking with Chef Paul: A Tribute to Martin Yan
Cooking with Chef Paul: A Tribute to Martin Yan
Join Chef Paul to honor Martin Yan, a popular Chinese chef and TV personality. Paul will select some of his favorite recipes and adapt them to make in our home kitchens—certainly, fortune cookies will be included. On the menu: golden vegetable balls, steamed egg with meat and seafood, succulent mushroom and cabbage, and tender chicken
3 events,
Gut Health Series: Smooth Moves
Gut Health Series: Smooth Moves
Learn how to overcome constipation for yourself or a loved one (kids included) without laxatives or other harsh approaches. Katy Wallace, Naturopathic Doctor of Human Nature, will explain the foods, seasonings, and lifestyle practices that relieve constipation and address underlying digestive imbalances.
Composting and Caring for Your Soil
Composting and Caring for Your Soil
The secret to edible gardening success is in the SOIL you're growing in. Come learn how to build and care for your soil year-round in a way that makes your plants thrive. We'll explore ways to turn all kinds of organic materials into beautiful, rich compost and compost tea, as well as how to use
2 events,
Cooking with Chef Paul: Cast Iron 101
Cooking with Chef Paul: Cast Iron 101
Bring your cast iron skillet from home to learn how to season, clean, and maintain it properly—this is one cooking pan you shouldn’t be without! On the menu: vegan stir-fried vegetables, tofu with a vegetable medley, blackened fish, and vegan cobbler—all made in cast iron! Recipes contain: fish and wheat. Demonstration and hands-on. Tips for
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Class Refund Policy
Unless otherwise stated in the event description, registrations for events canceled by Willy Street Co-op will be fully refunded. Individuals wishing to cancel their registration for events must contact education@willystreet.coop at least 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 72 hours of an event. To cover incurred costs, there are no exceptions to the refund policy besides gifting your class seat to anyone of your choice for the class you paid for.
