Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2021

41 | Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce Textbook Required NEW! IN-PERSON Libby’s Coffee Lounge 1877 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights 914-352-6464, www.libbyscoffeelounge.com Pappous Greek Kitchen, www.pappousgreekkitchen.com Barista Hands-on! Learn how to order coffee like a pro and join in the fun as owner Elizabeth “Libby” Shkreli teaches us how to “speak coffee”, brew the most aromatic cup, and perfectly steam milk to create the popular “milk art” on lattes. Sip and taste delicious Greek appetizers from Pappous Greek Kitchen, and chat about the warm atmosphere and familiarity a great cup of coffee can create. 1 Mon., Oct. 4, 5:30-7:30 pm, $21 (+ $15 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #84006 IN-PERSON Southern Table Kitchen & Bar 39 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-618-3355, www.southern-table.com Southern Hospitality! One of Westchester ’s Michelin Bib Gourmand Inspectors’ favorites, Michael Ferrara’s family-owned restaurant serves up southern fare and hospitality. Chef Pasquale Abbatiello will show us how to make their buffalo molasses wings with secret a sweet and spicy sauce, sesame seeds and house-made blue cheese. Learn how to make heavenly bourbon glazed pork chops and wood fired corn off the cob alongside one of the best made biscuits in the county. A classic key lime pie goes well with a $10 specialty cocktail! The “Deep South Donkey” is crafted from Tito’s, lime, cranberry, and pomegranate liqueur to cap off your night! 1 Tues., Oct. 5, 6:00-8:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #83985 NEW! IN-PERSON GoSu Meats & Noodles 50 South Buckhout Street (Astor Street), Irvington 914-479-5898, www.eatgosu.com Korean Food-Hands On! The name «GoSu” is comprised of two Korean words that mean “meats” (Go-gi) and “noodles” (Gook- Su). Owner and chef Tony Kim will teach us how to make some tasty dishes and tell us a story or two along the way. We will help chef make three types of onigiri: Japanese rice ball triangles with salmon bulgogi, spicy pork and chicken teriyaki, along with Asian potato salad and cold kimchee noodles. Go-Su’s must-try dessert is tempura battered fried cheesecake with raspberry drizzle and green tea powder. Roll up your sleeves and try some hot sake! 1 Wed., Oct. 6, 5:30-7:30 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #83986 NEW! IN-PERSON Sonora 179 Rectory Street, Port Chester 914-933-0200, www.sonorarestaurant.net Cookbook Signing! Born in Colombia and raised in Queens, owner and executive chef Rafael Palomino is a Westchester resident who loves to serve his community. This busy chef carves out the time to teach willing students how to create and enjoy healthy Latin- inspired dishes. His 20-year-old restaurant’s warm setting will be host to our evening tutorial and sampling. Begin with goat cheese croquettes, create the “BEST” paella, and finish with a delicious tres-leches cake for dessert. Chef Rafael will have signed copies of his cookbook “Latin Grill”, available for an additional $20. 1 Tues., Oct. 12, 6:00-8:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor, optional $20 cookbook). #83987 IN-PERSON El Barrio 185 Summerfield Street, Scarsdale 914-723-2600, www.Elbarriony.com Vegetarian Mexican! Owners Frank Valenti, Michael Mondrone and chef Salvatore Cucullo have done it again. This sleek but casual, Mexican restaurant blends street food with specialty cocktails. They cater to many dietary needs while remaining true to the El Barrio brand. Our complete vegetarian lesson begins with creamy avocado dressing on romaine with garlic toasted tortillas and cotija cheese. Enjoy a fusion taco: General Tso’s cauliflower with scallion corn off-the-cob, chipotle aioli, cilantro and Cotija. Taste a mini-version of chef ’s “beyond burger” with fig jam baked in a tortilla. Chef will teach us to make a surprise Mexican dessert and a themed cocktail especially for our class. 1 Wed., Oct. 13, 6:00-8:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #83988 IN-PERSON Meraki Taverna 456 Main Street, Armonk 914-219-8888, www.merakitaverna-armonk.com Opa! In Greece, “meraki” is described as doing something with passion and absolute devotion. Chef Michalakis Sarris pours his soul into his culinary creations. Sample pita with lemon marinated olives, hummus (chickpea spread), and Greek meraki salad with wheat husks and feta cheese. Our lesson includes melitzane and kolokithia (fried eggplant with skordalia garlic potato spread). Try afelia (cypriot pork casserole with tomato and lemon potatoes), and for dessert, cocoa baklava a la mode with caramel sauce and an icy frappe. Arrive hungry and ready to hear our chef ’s stories of his youth as he feeds our body and soul! 1 Mon., Oct. 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #83989 IN-PERSON Wood.Fire.Food. Sabia Homestead 520 Jerome Road, Yorktown Heights 914-279-0502, www.woodfirefoodco.com Conner McGuinn Studios, www.connormcginnstudios.com Open Fire Outdoor Dinner! Daniel Sabia is a dreamer and a creator of one-of-a kind meals cooked entirely outdoors. Part of a cooperative of artists housed at Makers Central in Tarrytown, chef uses an open fire to evoke a feeling of warmth and community. We will char fresh winter squash with hot honey, burrata and brown butter and a roasted pork saddle with end of summer peppers, onion and vinegar. Finish around the fire with domino apples, hard cider, goat butter, black pepper oat crumble, and smoked sheep’s milk ricotta. Our meal is served in food-safe, custom-made, high fire stoneware or porcelain created by the Conner McGinn Studios. Dan will treat us to his family’s homemade wine. 1 Tues., Oct. 19, RAIN DATE – Wed., Oct. 20, 5:30-8:30 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, Payable to instructor). #83990 Attention Restaurant Owners & Chefs Interested in hosting a class? Please call Sarah Fowler-Rogers at 914-606-6985 to discuss your ideas.