Pit Master: Plant-Based Grilling (Hands-on)

Discover the techniques that make plant-based dishes shine just as brightly as their counterparts using animal products. In this class, you'll become a pit master for plant-based treats like whole carrots and pineapples, and you'll produce quinoa and black bean burgers that deliver incredible flavor and texture.

Note: Grilling takes place indoors in inclement weather.

MENU

Crispy Quinoa or Black Bean Burger
Grill-roasted Carrots
Cinnamon-smoked Pineapple Salad
Paprika Potato Skewers
Grilled Mixed Vegetable Platter with Sauce Pairings

WHAT’S INCLUDED

At each Hands-on Cooking Class, you’ll enter our gleaming new commercial kitchen to be a culinary student for the day. Certified Executive Chef Bill Twaler has more than two decades of experience as a culinary educator and will help you become a stronger cook while enjoying your time in the kitchen. Hone your knives and your skills to become more proficient and efficient as you cook dinner for your family, impress your friends at the grill, or bake sweet treats with coworkers.

Each Hands-on Cooking Class includes the following:

• Step-by-step instruction from Chef Bill as you produce several dishes in our state-of-the-art commercial kitchen
• Knives and aprons to use during your class
• Enjoy all of the food you prepare at the end of class, and take home what you don’t finish!
• An informational packet with recipes, tips and techniques covered during your hands-on class

Put on an apron, learn a new skill and cook something delicious with us at CHI!

DRESS CODE:

Kitchen—Hands-on Cooking Classes

• Closed-toe non-slip shoes
• Appropriate attire includes long pants and clothing that is neither flammable nor excessively loose.
• Participants should be able to stand for an extended period of time.
• If you choose, you may bring your own knives, safely wrapped in a thick towel or encased in a knife kit. Please wash and sanitize your knives thoroughly before you leave your home and again when you arrive.
• Aprons will be provided for use during class.
• Each participant will receive a CHI T-shirt to take home or wear during class.

COVID-19 REMINDERS

• Facemasks covering nose and mouth are required for all college visitors, students and employees.
• Please do not bring extra guests.
• When you arrive, proceed to the restrooms to wash your hands properly for 30 seconds. Hand sanitizer is throughout the building, however, washing hands is the best way to remove and kill pathogens.
• For updated information, please check reopening plans and guidelines to the college’s response to COVID-19.