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June Classes
Friday, June 8th ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● David Moeller - Sullivan University ● $105.00 for TWO individuals  Menu:  Arugula, Fennel and Roasted Beet Salad with Warm Goat Cheese Vinaigrette and Crispy Country Ham ● Seared Pork Loin Chop with Caramelized Onion Jam, Mushrooms, Candied Bacon, Polenta and Wilted Greens ● Lemon Mascarpone Mousse with Fresh Berries *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.

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Saturday, June 9th ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● Mike Cunha - Sullivan University ● $105.00 for TWO individuals  Menu: Roasted Corn Chowder with Garlic Croutons ● Pork Medallions with Sundried Cherry Demi Glace ● Chocolate, Peanut Butter Bread Pudding *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.

KIDS CLASS!  Wednesday, June 13th ● 11:30 - 1:30 pm ● "A Fun Summer Tea ~ Kids Class" ● Ages 7 - 12 years old ● Hands On Class ● Sandra Gugliotta - Dining Elegance Caterers ● $50.00 Remember when you were small and you had a tea party with your dolls and stuffed animals?  Well now that you are older let's learn how to throw a tea party for your friends and family.  It's going to be so much fun!  Menu: Avocado & Bacon Tea Triangles on Wheat Bread ~ whole wheat bread triangle with seasoned and mashed avocado spread and crunchy chopped bacon ● Peppered Turkey and Cheddar Mini Croissants ~ mini croissants filled with a peppered oven-roasted turkey breast and cheddar cheese ● Egg & Sprout Circles ~ a homemade spicy deviled egg salad on buttered bread rounds with bean sprouts and garnished with radish slices ● Variety Fruit Turnovers ~ puff pastry triangles filled with variety jams and drizzled with lemon glaze ● Raspberry Iced Tea ** (parents will not be permitted to stay during class; our staff will be on hand to assist the chef and the students and provide extra supervision) *** when registering, please list the child's name and age in the comment section

NEW CLASS! Thursday, June 14th ● 11:30 - 2:00 pm ● "Mediterranean Summer Lunch" ● Demonstration Class ● John Plymale - Porcini ● $50.00  Bordered by three diverse continents with countless cultural influences, the Mediterranean Sea holds great appeal to travelers and locals alike. Let's kick off summer by dreaming of the white puffy clouds, warm south breeze and the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Menu: Bellini Cocktail ● Proscuitto Wrapped Stuffed Dates ● Orecchiette with Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Tuscan White Beans ● Orange Polenta Cake

Thursday, June 14th ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "Private Event" ● Hands On Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm

KIDS CLASS! Saturday, June 16th ● 11:30 - 1:30 pm ● "Kids Get Ready for Father's Day ~ Kids Class" ● Ages 7 - 12 years old ● Hands On Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm ● $55.00 For the kid who is looking to craft something from the heart and hands for dad on Father's Day, we have a solution. Every dad wants to enjoy a special Father's Day breakfast, so the kids can do the cooking here at the Cottage. All your child has to do on Sunday morning is pour the orange juice. Kids will not eat in this class but will take all the offerings home for Dad as a special Father's Day treat. And the best part for dad...no messy kitchen! Menu: Biscuits from Scratch with Fresh Homemade Strawberry Jam ● Sausage Strata ● Power Breakfast Cookies  ** (parents will not be permitted to stay during class; our staff will be on hand to assist the chef and the students and provide extra supervision) *** when registering, please list the child's name and age in the comment section

Saturday, June 16th ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● Mike Cunha - Sullivan University ● $105.00 for TWO individuals Menu: Savory Goat Cheese, Spinach and Walnut Cheesecake ● Seared Breast of Chicken with Onion Herb Veloute ● Orange Lavender Mousse with Sweet Cream *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.
June Classes
Monday, June 18th ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "Beat the Heat with Your InstaPot ~ Summer Edition" ● Demonstration Class ● Andrea Estes Riegling - Rock That Plate ● $50.00 Do you have an Instant Pot, Multicooker or an All In One Cooker and are intimidated to use it?  The concept is amazing and the possibilities are endless so join us as we delve into the fundamentals of this appliance and take the mystery out of using it.  Menu: Chicken Corn Chowder ● Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Blue Cheese Sauce ● Salsa Verde Pulled Pork ● Lemon Risotto with Seasonal Summer Vegetables ● Strawberry Rhubarb Compote Shortcakes with Fresh Mint

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KIDS CLASS! Tuesday, June 19th ● 11:30 - 1:30 pm ● "Can You Say Olé ~ Kids Class" ● Ages 7 - 12 years old ● Hands On Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm ● $50.00 Mexican food seems to be a universal favorite among both adults and kids. Learn to make some of your favorites and show off your new found skills this summer to family and friends!  Menu: Homemade Tortilla Chips served with Homemade Pico de Gallo ● Chicken Taco Salad with Avocado Ranch Dressing ● Iced Mexican Surprise Cookies ● Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade ** (parents will not be permitted to stay during class; our staff will be on hand to assist the chef and the students and provide extra supervision) *** when registering, please list the child's name and age in the comment section.

Thursday, June 21st ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "4th of July Barbecue Picnic" ● Demonstration Class ● Sandra Gugliotta - Dining Elegance Caterers ● $50.00 Time to be planning your 4th of July celebration so put on your red, white and blue, gather your fireworks, and make a pitcher or two of your favorite cocktail and celebrate in style!  Menu: Chili Lime Rub Pulled Pork Sliders ~ spicy dry rubbed pork with lime juice slow cooked then pulled and served with sliced onions and lettuce on dinner rolls ● Zesty Coleslaw ~ thinly sliced red and white cabbage and carrots with a homemade zesty ranch dressing ● Tuna Pasta Salad ~ farfalle pasta with tuna, fresh red onions, chopped celery, mayonnaise, and  diced hard boiled eggs ● Baked Sweet Potato Slices  ~ baked sweet potato slices topped with a brown sugar butter and pecans ● Fresh Seasonal Fruit Cobbler a la Mode

Saturday, June 23rd ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● Mike Cunha - Sullivan University ● $105.00 for TWO individuals Menu: Truffle Mac n' Cheese with Shrimp and Roasted Vegetables ● Filet of Salmon with Herb Crust and Lemon Veloute ● Bananas Foster Cheesecake with Cinnamon Cream *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.

Monday, June 25th ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "All Day Energy ~ Plant Based/Gluten Free" ● Demonstration Class ● Mat Shalenko - June Health & Wellness ● $50.00 Summer has arrived, the days are longer and the possibilities of summer fun are endless. Learn some tricks to boost your energy to last all day long. Menu: Sunrise Smoothie ● Big Rainbow Salad ● Superfood Trail Mix ● Zucchini Pasta with Mushroom Tomato Sauce ● Banana Coconut Pie

KIDS CLASS! Tuesday, June 26th ● 11:30 - 1:30 pm ● "Let's Serve Some Italian ~ Kids Class" ● Hands On Class ● Sandra Gugliotta - Dining Elegance Caterers ● $55.00 Have you ever wanted to take a trip to Italy or have you already been? Well Chef Sandra grew up in an Italian family and spent her summers in Italy with relatives and even worked in a family restaurant there. Learn some authentic Italian dishes to make at home.  Menu: Bruschetta con Pomodoro ~ garlic rubbed toast topped with fresh tomato and basil salad ● Gnocchi di spinaci al burro e pomodoro ~ spinach and potato gnocchi tossed in a tomato, butter, and olive oil sauce ● Miniature Italian Meatballs ~ seasoned ground beef oven baked with spices and herbs ● Espresso Zabaione ~ light egg custard with a hint of espresso ** (parents will not be permitted to stay during class; our staff will be on hand to assist the chef and the students and provide extra supervision) *** when registering, please list the child's name and age in the comment section.

Tuesday, June 26th ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "Grilling University ~ Poultry 101 ~ Technique Class" ● (class will be held outside weather permitting) ● Demonstration Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm ● $65.00 Everyone loves the flavor of poultry cooked on the grill so we are taking it outside so you can learn the techniques and secrets for grilling various mouth-watering favorites. We will talk about the ins and outs of cooking with charcoal versus gas, how to control the grill and its heat, cook meats to ensure desired doneness and how to know when this point has been reached. After class, you will leave with a newfound confidence when you light up the grill. Menu:  Asian Brined Plank Grilled Whole Chicken served with Pineapple Soy Barbeque Sauce ● Grilled Chicken Thighs stuffed with Provolone and Parmesan Cheeses ● Grilled Chicken Breast Kabobs with Jalapeno Honey Dipping Sauce ● Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad with Red Peppers and Tomatoes ● Grilled Peaches with Raspberry Puree

KIDS CLASS! Wednesday, June 27th ● 11:30 - 1:30 pm ● "Fun Favorites for Summer ~ Kids Vegetarian Class" ● Ages 7 - 12 years old ● Hands On Class ● Mat Shalenko - June Health & Wellness ● $50.00 Cook up some delicious dishes while you are home this summer and show your family and friends your skills in the kitchen.  We bet these will quickly be added to your list of favorites.  Menu: Cauliflower Grilled Cheese ● Summer Squash and Black Bean Enchiladas ● Mango Ginger Popsicles ** (parents will not be permitted to stay during class; our staff will be on hand to assist the chef and the students and provide extra supervision) *** when registering, please list the child's name and age in the comment section.

Wednesday, June 27th ● 6:30 - 9:00 pm ● "Salad Days ~ Entrée Salads for Summer" ● Demonstration Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm ● $50.00 Cool, crisp, clean ... does this sound like what you crave in the heat of the summer?  Keep your kitchen cool and treat yourself with a hearty entrée salad for dinner.  Take it one step further and dine alfresco or pack it up and take it to the pool.  Menu: Thai Steak and Noodle Salad ~ this dramatic presentation is part of the allure ● Grilled Chicken Paillard Salad ~ romaine hearts, bell peppers and oregano ● Fresh Tuna Niçoise Salad ~ potatoes, parsley, olives, onion, green beans, hard boiled eggs, tomatoes tossed with vinaigrette ● Warm Rhubarb Compote served over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Friday, June 29th ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● Lelia Gentle - DreamCatcher Farm ● $105.00 for TWO individuals  Menu: Summer Rolls ~ rice paper wrappers stuffed with cellophane noodles and fresh vegetables served with dipping sauce ● Breast of Chicken in Papillote with Ribbon Vegetables and a Fresh Lemon Cream Sauce ● Brown Butter Brownies with Ganache topped with Chambord Whipped Cream and Fresh Raspberries *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.

Saturday, June 30th ● 6:30 - 8:30 pm ● "Date Night" ● Hands On Class ● Mike Cunha - Sullivan University ● $105.00 for TWO individuals Menu: Ratatouille of Vegetables with Shrimp and Herb Crust ● Beef Tenderloin with Mushrooms, Artichokes and Tarragon ● Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Chocolate Cream *Remember when registering ~ 2 individuals = 1 table, so please use the number(s) of tables you desire when making your reservation.  Aprons are not provided.
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Linda Kunz Bayens
Cooking at the Cottage
3739 Lexington Rd
Louisville, KY 40207
502-893-6700