MOTHER'S DAY IS SUNDAY,  MAY 8th

Looking for fun ways to learn? There's something for everyone, young, old, novice or expert.  Join us for some good times in our kitchen!

Wednesday, May 4th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Bubba Gump Shrimp Night
Instructor/Chef Name: Alyn Abrams

Chef Alyn Abrams, Foxfire's Own Staff Chef

Get ready to haul in the shrimp with this class. Chef Alyn has pulled out all the stops to get everyone ready for summer shrimp season with these recipes. He'll start with Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Citrus Relish and Onion Strings; Panko, Parmesan and Pepper Crusted Shrimp Salad with Red Wine Gorgonzola Dressing; Shrimp & Tasso Ham Pasta in a Pepper Jack Cream Sauce; Sweet Grit Cake with Strawberries and a Blueberry Brandy and Honey Drizzle.

Monday, May 9th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Elegant & Easy Evening
Instructor/Chef Name: Spencer Thompson

Preparing for company will be a snap with this menu. Executive Chef Spencer Thompson of Deveraux's will share his perfect Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto with Parmesan Cheese and Tomato Concassee along with Roasted Duck Breast with Sour Cherry Jus, Basmati Rice, Scallions, and Haircot Verts. You will use the entire menu or parts for many elegant evenings for two or twenty.

Tuesday, May 10th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Asian Inspired Dinner
Instructor/Chef Name: Teddi Abbott Wohlford

Teddi's back with an Asian inspiration theme for luncheons or simple suppers. She'll start with a Honey and Citrus Jasmine Tea Cooler, then she'll prepare Asian Spinach Salad with Sesame-Soy Dressing. Next this Sake Marinated Sesame Roasted Salmon with Orange-Ginger Relish along with Stir Fried Broccoli and Saffron Rice Pilaf with Currants and Almonds will round out the evening meal. For dessert there is the must-have Almond Fortune Cookies. Your "good fortune" is to be here for this class!

Monday, May 16th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Quick & Easy Summer Fare
Instructor/Chef Name: Alyn Abrams

Put these recipes on the table this summer and enjoy your time outside instead of in the kitchen cooking. Plan ahead and enjoy Roasted Tomato Salad with Pan Fried Goat Cheese, Basil Infused Olive Oil and Orange Infused Vinaigrette; Herb Crusted Flank Steak with Tomatoes and Olives; Cumin Scented Cauliflower Puree; and for dessert when peaches are plentiful Quick & Elegant Peach Cobbler.

Wednesday, May 18th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Spring Seafood
Instructor/Chef Name: Alyn Abrams

Chef Alyn has been dreaming of mixing fresh seafood with spring and summer vegetables for interesting variations. Mixing it up is what he likes with this Carrot "Risotto" with Seared Sea Scallops and Grand Marnier Glaze. Next he shows how simple it is to prepare Nut Crusted Grouper with Lemon & White Wine Braised Spinach and Maple Plank Roasted Salmon with Sweet Potato Puree and Mustard Maple and Herb Glaze For a finale these Basil and Proscuitto Wrapped Shrimp with Marinated Tomatoes & Red Onion will be the delight of the evening.

Thursday, May 19th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Spring In Spain
Instructor/Chef Name: Alba Sunyer

You can just feel the spring breezes with this easy but very tasteful menu. Start your evening with Melon & Serrano Ham Bruschetta. Follow that with Xato Salad (Green Salad with Anchovies and Romesco Sauce); then she will prepare Roasted Rabbit with Berries and end this lovely spring menu with Carrot Cake with Yogurt Cream.

Tuesday, May 24th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Healthy Grilling For Spring
Instructor/Chef Name: Brady Brewer

Brady's back with great ideas for fresh and healthy grilling. He starts with Citrus marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Basil Oil. Then he'll add Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Compound Butter and Grilled Asparagus with Raspberry Hollandaise. A fresh fruit arrangement including pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew and grapes for dessert will top off the menu. While he's prepping and cooking he'll share his techniques for decorative presentations, sauce variations and prepping knife skills.

Wednesday, May 25th - 6:30pm
Class Name: All Fun & Games
Instructor/Chef Name: Mark Nicholas

Are you a hunter and need some new recipes for the game you bring home. Then let Chef Mark Nicholas of The NY Butcher Shop freshen up your menu. He starts with Grilled Venison Tenderloin with Blackberry Demi Glace and Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes. Then he sears Duck Breast with Cherry Port Demi Glace and serves that with Roasted Corn Polenta. For Memorial Day he shows you how to prepare the good ole' Classic American Buffalo Slider with Roasted Potato Pesto Salad. Your game will be which one will you fix first!

Thursday, May 26th - 6:30pm
Class Name: Knife Skills the Wusthof Way
Instructor/Chef Name: Adam Fisher

Learn the basics of kitchen cutlery with Adam Fischer, of Wusthof-Trident of America. Adam's class combines useful information with simple techniques for an informative and fun session. Adam will discuss the importance of different blade shapes and sizes, the proper technique of using the Chef's knife, maintenance and care for your fine cutlery, as well as any questions you might have. The class is sure to benefit any home chef!

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