Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2022

43 | COVID-19 vaccination requirements for in-person classes at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce-covid Textbook Required Brothers Fish & Chips 172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining 914-488-5141, www.brothersfishandchips.com Eat Fish. Live Longer! This family of chefs have realized their dream by owning a seafood restaurant next door to their original takeout spot. Chef owner Elmer Oliveros will start our demonstration with the proper way to prepare cod cakes and pan sear fish filets along with fresh spring vegetables from local Fable Farm. Enjoy a specialty cocktail demonstration from their talented staff. Chef incorporates growing herbs, lettuce, vegetables and edible flowers on an aeroponics vertical indoor/outdoor “Tower Garden” for his restaurant. As a smokin’ treat, a tutorial on springtime lemon cake. A lovely surprise awaits from this talented chef who is known for his personalized tasting menus! 1 Mon., May 2, 5:30-7:30 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18811 Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio 270 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville 914-749-3406, www.zwillingcookingstudio.com Hands-on Cooking! Known for German knives, the US headquarters has a spectacular state of the art test kitchen. Exec. chef/culinary program manager, Bernard Janssen, enlightens us on their products and teaches you to prepare a sit-down meal by learning knife skills and cooking techniques. Visit the Middle East this evening as Chef teaches us to make our own pita bread brushed with za’atar, along with baba ghanoush and hummus. Known for the charred skewered meats, learn how to make shish taouk (marinated chicken) and kofta kebab (meat and spices) grilled to perfection. Unlock the secret to unmolding a perfect tahdig, a basmati rice dish with a crispy saffron golden crust. Assemble a shepherd’s salad while learning knife skills to chop, slice, and dice. On to the art of making kunefe with kataifi (shredded filo) for a lovely ending. The number of attendees will dictate the variety of dishes being created that evening. Limited space. As a special class treat, enjoy a substantial discount on all Zwilling products (check website). Longer class due to interactive cooking. 1 Tues., May 3, 5:30-8:30 pm, $21 (+ $35 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18812 NEW! Fatt Root Asian Kitchen 11 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville 914-579-2552, www.fattroot.com Asian Inspired Street Food! Bringing the exotic flavors from night markets, shop houses, and the street foods of Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. Executive chef Mogan Anthony has set out to create a masterful culinary experience at this favorite spot. He will teach us the intricacies of a few favored menu items like kale and veggie dumplings with tahini, furikaki and scallions. Learn to make spicy beef noodles with yuzu kosho pesto, caramelized cashews and spinach. Our sweet treat is a lesson on Indonesian coconut custard pie. Order a cup of sake and join us for a cultural experience not to be missed! 1 Sat., May 7, 12:00 noon-2:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18814 NEW! Pax Romana 171 E. Post Road, White Plains 914-831-3303, www.paxromanany.com Play Dough—Hands on! This restaurant features Italian authentic home-style cooking and the recipes are representative of the dishes that the owners, brothers Alfredo and Christian Runco and Paul Russo grew up eating. All are very proud of the family recipes present on the menu taking most influences from Rome, where the Chef Cristian Petitta grew up. Try your hand making gnocchi rolling, cutting, and shaping. Chef will teach us how to use the light and airy dough to create their special potato gnocchi alla sorrentina. Learn the secret to filling cannoli, enjoyed with an espresso or steaming cappuccino. Grab a friend and come out to play! 1 Mon., May 9, 6:00-8:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18815 NEW! Sloppie Joe‘s Gourmet Grub 541 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers 914-573-6469, www.sloppiejoes.com Let’s Get Sloppy! Meet Joe Defeis, owner and concept developer, who has elevated the classic sloppy joe to a whole new level by utilizing premium ingredients and flavor fusions. Joe teaches us about the 100% Angus beef used with some quick tips to recreate the flavorful sauce. Taste a few originals including his bestselling “Slop-a-cado Joe”, as well as his signature SJR, the spicy slop drop and roll, and their new signature sandwich, the Hawaiian, with a few cool alternatives for non-beef eaters. Learn the best way to hand cut potatoes to ensure quality French fries. Dessert will have us discover why his milk shakes are to die for! Come out and “get sloppie”! This class may be held in the outdoor space, so dress accordingly. 1 Wed., May 11, 5:30-7:30 pm, $21 (+ $20 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18816 Albano’s 83 Westchester Avenue, Pound Ridge 914-764-4051, www.AlbanoAppliance.com Interactive Wonderful Setting-Moroccan Flavors! Resident chef Jehan deNoue manages the company’s continuing education program, including cooking classes, manufacturer demonstrations, and personal and in-home instruction. Learn tips for preparing a fabulous meal all the while toasting chef with wine. Surrounded by high tech and modern appliances, chef explains the nuances of induction and steam oven cooking. Springtime ingredients have us experiencing Moroccan favorites starting with a chilled fresh pea and mint soup. Discover the spices used in the curry rubbed leg of lamb and stone fruit dish served with a traditional tabbouleh salad. Finish off with an ice box blueberry tart with Greek yogurt and coriander. Do not miss this class as it is always a favorite! 1 Thurs., May 12, 6:00-8:00 pm, $21 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #18817 Register Early! Classes are canceled for under-enrollment several days in advance. We recommend that you register ONE week in advance of the course start date. Attention Restaurant Owners & Chefs Interested in hosting a class? Please call Sarah Fowler-Rogers at 914-606-6985 to discuss your ideas.