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We have a new look, here is the key to our
abbreviations: Chef menus are frequently announced closer to class date. Updates will be posted through email. Ensure your updates by emailing us and ask to be included for late-breaking menus: cookline99@aol.com Meet and Eat!New to Albertson's Cooking School. Join Ann-Michelle and Charlotte Ann in local culinary adventures to dine dutch-style for lunches and dinners. Meet new friends, solidify old relationships, taste the new wave of culinary creations from some the areas hottest chefs. Casual dining experiences fun for all! For more information please contact cookline99@aol.com Eat Your Way Through The Italian Market Saturdays, Sept. 6, 27, & Oct. 4, 11, 2008 8:15am-Noon ($50) at Italian Market Ann-Michelle Albertson, Assistant Director Meet in the market at 8:15 SHARP (directions provided to participants). Eat your way through Philly's famous outdoor ethnic market. Guided by our own Ann-Michelle Albertson, you'll meet shop keepers, discover great bargains, and get discounts. Bring a baseball cap and ice chest. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T Eat Your Way Through The Italian Market Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 8:15am-Noon ($50) at Italian Market Ann-Michelle Albertson, Assistant Director See description for September 6, 2008. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T Eat Your Way Through The Italian Market Saturday, October 4, 2008 8:15am-Noon ($50) at Italian Market Ann-Michelle Albertson, Co-Director See description for September 6, 2008. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T It's In The Pantry: What You Can Do with
Eggs, Flour, & Milk Join Chef David Grear and make dinner easy, exciting and affordable! Chef Grear shows how to create great recipes using basic ingredients with delectable additions to dress up dinner. NR, R, T
Eat Your Way Through The Italian
Market See description September 6, 2008. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T Taste of the Countryside Sample signature dishes from leading restaurants, hotels and wine merchants. Music, dancing and great fun! Superb night out with friends! Albertson's Cooking School tickets advance purchase only. Call Drexelbrook for directions: 610-259-7000 Jazzy Bayou Cooking New Orleans is alive and jammin'! Join Ann-Michelle Albertson and explore the flavorful cuisine of the Bayou: Gumbo, Po'boys, Jambayla and more! NR, R, T
Pairing Perfect Partners: Wine and Cheese Seminar DiBruno Brothers House of Cheese and Moore Brothers Wine Company come together for a wine and cheese tasting. Our wine and cheese "guys" will entertain you with flavors from the old world. The pairing of cheeses from DiBruno's and wines from Moore Brothers is unparalleled. And yes ladies, you can enjoy a fall afternoon with your man: there's no EAGLES football! Don't miss the fun! Want to learn more about DiBruno
Brothers and Moore Brothers? Click here: NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T
What You Knead Chef Marie Connell will take the fear out of yeast breads. Join us as we experience three ethnic breads: Chocolate Babkas, Challah, Portuguese Bread and more. Gain an appreciation for he subtle differences and some special things you can do with your bread. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, R, T The Chopping Block: Hands On Knife Skills
The Bread Basket: Hands-On Rustic Breads Chef Art Leschinsky lets you experience the feel of bread dough first hand. Master a simple bread making formulas that allows you to create a variety of breads from focaccia to multigrain rolls. Chef Art cultivated his love of bread from childhood in Kiev, Ukraine where bread is an essential part pf life. He studied in Italy, graduated from the Restaurant School, worked in San Francisco then returned to bake at Metropolitan, Le Bus and Whole Foods. Bring: apron, 2 dish towels, paper towels, and tray to take home breads. Limited enrollment. NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, R, T
Gifts That Wow Keep food costs in mind for entertaining and giving. Chef Marie Connell teaches how to economize with flair: Marinated Manchego, Herbed Salts, Fruits in Armagnac, Infused Vinegars, ROsemary Cahsews, Biscotti, Shortbread Stars and dynamite presentations! NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, R, T
Tequila & Burrito Tasting Come learn and taste the difference, Tequila is as varied as beer. We will be tasting six different tequilas: Sauza Tres Generacious Blanco, Siemba Azul Blanco, Herradura Reposado, Milagro Reposado, Siembra Anejo and Cabo Wabo Anejo. The Tequilas will be paired with Chipotle Burritos. A fun evening exploring the offerings of south of the border! NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. Please Eat the Daisies, Incredible Edibles Join Charlotte Ann Albertson as she presents her signature class, Incredible Edibles. In this demonstration class you will learn how to turn those veggies into beautiful edible centerpieces for your next party or event. Learn the art of edible centerpieces, melon carousels, zucchini boats, squash terrines, tomato roses and much more! Garnishing tools available that evening. Why spent mega bucks on purchasing these wonderful fruit and vegetable baskets....come learn for yourself how incredibly easy and fun they are to create! NR, R, T Hands On: Cooking Class and Dinner at Penne Entertain for Less Join student favorite chef David Grear as he teaches you the best ways to entertain for less. Chef Grear unveils the secrets for entertaining with ease keeping food costs in mind. Make ahead hot and cold enticing recipes to impress your guests. David is one of our most popular teachers, join him to rejuvenate with ideas galore for enticing dinners to fit royalty. Don't miss the fun and creative recipes. Limited enrollment. NR, R, T
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SNOW DATE: 1 week later when possible We have a new look, here is the key to our
abbreviations: The Chopping Block: Hands On Knife Skills
BEHIND THE SCENES: Rittenhouse Hotel and Le
Bec-Fin Now doubly delightful, our behind the scenes - kitchen to guest suites - tour of the Rittenhouse Hotel. SPECTACULAR! Tour five star Mobil Guide posh hotel, peek into suites where famous stay, behind the scenes kitchen tour, cooking demo, sumptuous lunch (gratuity and tax included). Sweet finale: tour pastry kitchen of Le Bec Fin. Great gift! Don't miss this hidden gem. NO REFUNDS: send substitute. NR, T, Visit our friends at the Rittenhouse Hotel: www.rittenhousehotel.com All You Need To Know About Cooking The MOST INFORMATIVE classes you'll ever take! Our talented chef, David Grear of Season's, teaches a mini culinary school course. Essential for all levels of cooking, beginner to experienced! Grasp foundations of cooking: sauté, poach, blanch, steam, roast, braise. Free yourself from reliance on recipes! Learn how to taste, fell, smell. Understand how cooking works! Master techniques to create any dish. Week One: Sauté; Week Two: Roasting; Week Three: Braising; Week Four: Poaching. R, T, Mweb 5 Course Wine-Dinner at Yangming Don’t delay! Begin with champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Gregory Moore, former sommelier Le Bec Fin, pairs wines with a magnificent 5 course dinner created especially for us by the talented chefs at award-winning Yangming restaurant. An outstanding evening to enjoy with friends! Fills quickly! Previous menu: Three butlered hors d'oeuvres with Champagne; Lobster Asparagus Salad with Ratzenberger, Steeger St. Jost Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken 1955; Pan-seared Rice Paper Wrapped Sea Bass with Brunori, Verdicchio di Jesi Classico 1999; Wok-charred Huckleberry-plum Duck with Foris, Gerztraminer Rouge Valley 1999; Grilled Asian Spiced Rubbed Lamb Chop with Domaine de Deurre, Saint Maurice Cotes du Rhone 1999; Poached Pears in Cinnamon-Ginger Syrup with Fresh Fruits with Domaine de Touche Noire, Coteaux de Layon 1997 (2009 menu not ready until January) Winter Warmers Southern Hemisphere: The Wines and Cheeses Join our wine expert as he selects extraordinary wines from the Southern Hemisphere at remarkably ordinary prices to add to your wine cellar. igourmet showcases delectable cheeses, olives and more surprises to tantalize your palate. Educational seminar; international selection of wines, FUN! Reserve your place now. Great holiday gift! T
Valentine's Day Gift
Certificates Give a gift certificate for a SUPERB day: luxury bus pick up at 7 am Plymouth Meeting; 7:30 am Trevose. Arrive home approximately 7 pm. Join the fun aboard luxury bus to the home of America's future chefs. Each trip includes a gourmet lunch at the Institute's five star restaurant as well as student conducted tour of fabulously equipped classrooms and facilities. Juice, muffins and culinary videos on morning ride, wine and cheese served homeward bound. Arrival at 7 pm. Group rates available. PERFECT GIFT! |
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We have a new look, here is
the key to our abbreviations: Meet and Eat!New to Albertson's Cooking School. Join Ann-Michelle and Charlotte Ann in local culinary adventures to dine dutch-style for lunches and dinners. Meet new friends, solidify old relationships, taste the new wave of culinary creations from some the areas hottest chefs. Casual dining experiences fun for all! For more information please contact cookline99@aol.com
Eat Your Way Through The Italian
Market Meet in the market at 8:15 SHARP (directions provided to participants). The walking tour to introduce you to varied merchants, tantalizing food and colorful history of generations that have maintained the market for over 100 years. Guided by our own Ann-Michelle Albertson, you'll meet shop keepers, discover great bargains, and get discounts. Bring a baseball cap and ice chest. Limited enrollment ~ fills quickly! NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T
Italian Wine and Cheese Seminar DiBruno Brothers House of Cheese and Moore Brothers Wine Company come together for a wine and cheese tasting. Our wine and cheese "guys" will entertain you with flavors from the old world. The pairing of cheeses from DiBruno's and wines from Moore Brothers is unparalleled. Don't miss the fun! Want to learn more about DiBruno
Brothers and Moore Brothers? Click here: NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T
Kitchen Design Seminar So you want a new kitchen? Andy Madsen and Associates share valuable information. EVERYTHING you want to know BEFORE building or remodeling! Covers architectural design, flooring, cabinets, counter tops, lighting, appliances, windows...Take home printed material. Save hundreds of shopping hours and money. Not to be missed. Rave reviews last year.
How to Market & Sell Your Food Product Liz and Nick Thomas, founders Chalif Mustards, share decades of experience in the food product industry. Covers market research, pricing, package design, zoning, distribution, advertising, legal queries, much more! Ask the experts; get honest answers for Paul Newman wannabes. Valuable handouts.
Bathroom Design Seminar You never realized there is so much to learn! Transform your old bath into one fit for royalty. Andy Madsen and Associates will cover everything you need to know: design, lighting, vanity options, shower, Jacuzzi and more. Priceless hand outs. Pasta and Sauces Join SAVEUR magazine and Chef Roberta Adamo of Penne Restaurant for an exciting pasta and sauces class. Lean secrets from THE pasta expert! Executive chef Roberta Adamo, Penne Restaurant, teaches kneading, pinching, rolling, cutting fresh fresh dough to make pasta the starring role. Demonstration class. Students savor delicious pastas served with accompanying sauces. Class includes 1 year subscription to SAVEUR magazine (value $30) for you or a friend to continue your culinary adventures. Buon Appetito! NR, R, T Eat Your Way Through The Italian Market Saturday, April 12, 2008 8:15am-Noon ($50) at Italian Market Ann-Michelle Albertson, Co-Director Meet in the market at 8:15 SHARP (directions provided to participants). The walking tour to introduce you to varied merchants, tantalizing food and colorful history of generations that have maintained the market for over 100 years. Guided by our own Ann-Michelle Albertson, you'll meet shop keepers, discover great bargains, and get discounts. Bring a baseball cap and ice chest. Limited enrollment ~ fills quickly! NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T Canyon Ranch Cooks! Chef Ann-Michelle Albertson teaches her Canyon Ranch favorites: Eggplant Rollatini with Kalamata Olive Sauce, Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Tomato Asparagus Sauce, Udon Noodle Salad with Lemon Sesame Ginger Dressing, Drop Dead Chocolate Cake. Chef Ann-Michelle teaches at Julian Krinsky Canyon Ranch summer camp. She shares secrets for healthy entertaining and dining. NR, R, T The Iberian Peninsula: Spanish Wines, Tapas
& Port It's all about Spain, the food, the wine, the culture. Our wine experts introduce hidden treasures from the bodegas of the Iberian Peninsula. Chef Ann-Michelle Albertson, studied with Spanish chefs in Barcelona, Casa del Sol, CIA Napa Valley Greystone, creates regional Tapas to accompany your tasting. Learn about this hot culinary region of the world. NR, R, T NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NEW ~ Lunch at Nectar Chefs Patrick and Terence Feury showcase a very special lunch hi-lighting their New England fisherman connection with Nectar. The Feurys recently did a TV show in Maine; another planned in Boston. Event includes a peek in to Nectar's kitchen, culinary presentation, printed recipes, tantalizing lunch and great take home gift. Not to be missed! NR, R, T NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. Eat Your Way Through The Italian Market Saturday, May 3, 2008 8:15am-Noon ($50) at Italian Market Ann-Michelle Albertson, Co-Director Meet in the market at 8:15 SHARP (directions provided to participants). The walking tour to introduce you to varied merchants, tantalizing food and colorful history of generations that have maintained the market for over 100 years. Guided by our own Ann-Michelle Albertson, you'll meet shop keepers, discover great bargains, and get discounts. Bring a baseball cap and ice chest. Limited enrollment ~ fills quickly! NO REFUNDS: you may send a substitute. NR, T The Chopping Block: Hands On Knife Skills Culinary Institute of America Join the fun aboard a luxury bus to the home of Americas future chefs. Trip includes gourmet lunch at the Escoffier Room, a 5 star restaurant, and student conducted tour of fabulously equipped classrooms and facilities. Nibbles, juice, wine served enroute. Arrive home approximately 7 pm. Group rates are available. NR, R, T A Spring Party Chef Chip Roman, rising young American chef, owner new culinary star Blackfish (Conshohocken) demonstrates how to put together a rave review spring party. Chef Chip trained with Marc Vetri, Georges Perrier and teaches culinary arts at Drexel. NOT TO BE MISSED! NR, R, T, Argentinean Treasures Date to be Announced 6:30-9pm ($45) at Madsen Ann-Michelle Albertson, Co-Director After a New year's Eve trip to Argentina, Ann-Michelle Albertson will discuss and demonstrate regional Argentinean dishes R, T, Mweb SIZZLE INTO SUMMER 2008 GRILL CLASSES Don't miss out! Register for our popular summer classes. Register for complete series and be eligible to sous chef at a grill class. The summer series of outdoor grilling classes is soon to heat up the backyard! Come gather at the grill, learn new recipes and techniques, classes fill quickly. Thunderstorm date is the following night when possible. R, T, Mweb All profits to Charity |
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Other Culinary Events and Special Notes |
| Culinary Events and Worthy Fund Raisers
Jellies to Jewels: Strafford benefit Philadelphia Orchestra Taste of the Countryside: Springfield Country Club Book and Cook Fair Philadelphia: Convention Center and Restaurants SCANTASTIC: Memorial Hall, Fairmont Park benefit Stop Child Abuse Now Masters 2002: Celebrity Chefs Brunch at the MBNA Corporate Center, Downtown Wilmington benefit Meals on Wheels, Delaware Zoobilee: Culinary and Zoological delight benefit Philadelphia Zoo CALL FOR DATES AND TICKET INFORMATION (610) 649-9290 |
| Indispensable Swiss Kitchen Knives
Those who purchased them through our Incredible Edibles programs keep placing orders for more. (One student gave them to everyone on her holiday list!) 3 sizes: pairing, multi-purpose and bread knife. Call to Order (610) 649-9290 |
| Philadelphia Flavor
Over 100 area chefs contributed recipes to this new cookbook, including Charlotte-Ann, Ann-Michelle, and Mary-Kristin of Albertson's Cooking School! All profits from sales go to charity. Great for gift giving! $16 per copy See the order form. |
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Elaine Tait and Charlotte Ann co-host day travel trips and trips abroad. Day trips include Baltimore, Chinatown, New Hope, New York City and area restaurants. Future venues being planned. Suggestions welcome! Bus pick-ups are scheduled for various areas of the Delaware Valley. Trips abroad (Spain and Portugal) are being considered. Check appropriate boxes (click here for printable registration form) to receive Getaway updates. |
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