Fall 2024 WDCE Booklet

NEW! Brothers Fish & Chips 172 North Highland Avenue, Ossining, 914-488-5141 www.brothersfishandchips.com Be Your Own Barista! This family of chefs have realized their dream by owning an award-winning seafood restaurant next door to their original takeout spot. Known for his beautiful plates and creativity, Chef Owner Elmer Oliveros will show us the ins and outs of the perfect 3-minute “pour over” single origin specialty coffee that will change your world. A talented instructor, he will explain the ratios, temperature and perfect timing to create the perfect cup of coffee. An exciting discussion and hands on class about coffee. Chef incorporates growing herbs, lettuce, vegetables and edible flowers on an aeroponics vertical indoor/ outdoor “Tower Garden” for his restaurant. As a sweet treat, a tutorial on a refreshing orange cake and a special coffee cake to pair with our amazing coffees. A lovely surprise awaits from this talented chef who is known for his personalized tasting menus and is now the proud owner of a catering “on the go” food truck! Join us for an intimate lesson. The restaurant will be open if you wish to order lunch separately or take out delicious fish and chips. 1 Sat., Nov. 16, 11:00-12:30 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #98071 NEW! Crawdaddy’s Creole Kitchen 68 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, 914-449-6199 www.crawdaddyscreolekitchen.com Southern Charm! This savory hot spot serves up some of the best creole eats in Westchester. Creole dishes are influenced by many cultures such as; African, Spanish, French, Haitian and more from the New Orleans settlers. This combination of cultures has made for some delicious cuisine. One of the owners, Executive Chef Michael Boulos, will teach the history and technique behind some of the most iconic New Orleans dishes starting with a lesson on broiled with garlic butter, Pecorino and Parmesan. Next an education on a classic, Jambalaya – Gulf shrimp, roasted chicken and andouille sausage, tomatoes and cooked with rice. A fun tutorial on a delicious treat – New Orleans beignets showered with powdered sugar. Chef discusses the history of New Orleans most famous cocktail, The Hurricane. WCC special, optional additional $10 to treat yourself to a refreshing Hurricane - light and dark rum, mix and lime juice. 1 Tues., Nov. 19, 5:30-7:30pm, $25 (+ $30 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor, optional Hurricane Cocktail additional $10.). #98072 NEW! Patsy's Pizzeria (#2) 2 Pelham Road, New Rochelle, 914-365-2255 www.patsyspizzerianewrochelle.com Risotto Lesson with Water Views! Serving classic Italian dishes that made Patsy’s a Harlem institution since 1933 and now featuring contemporary Italian and American cuisine they are known for their trademark coal-oven-baked thin crust pizzas. The original Patsy’s hosted famous clientele, including Joe DiMaggio, and Frank Sinatra. They treat us to a creamy Burrata and tomato Caprese salad to begin, as they teach a main-course lesson on the perfect technique to make Shitake mushroom risotto. Tonight our risotto is adorned with pan seared dry Sea scallops and a Beurre Blanc sauce. Enjoy a sample of their number one seller, creamy pistachio flavored cheesecake with chocolate crust with coffee for a delicious treat. Experience this terrific rustic Italian cuisine with a twist! 1 Wed., Nov. 20, 5:30-7:30 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #98073 NEW! The Raconteur Bar 10 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, 914-769-4040 www.theraconteurbar.com Exploring Gin & Tonics - Interactive! This jumping joint is home to the coolest bar in town. The name means a person who excels in telling anecdotes such as a storyteller similar to your favorite bartender. Every liquor has its lore and tonight, just in time for the holidays, we learn to make exceptional Gin & Tonic cocktails utilizing the best gins, garnishes and mixers. Each guest will have the opportunity to construct their own unique drink along with a special personal “photo shoot” for your cocktail. Owner Executive Chef Michael Boulos, will treat us to some fun and tasty bar snacks to accompany our beverages. Based on availability the following gins will be explored: Sipsmith London Dry Gin (England), Botanist Islay Dry Gin (Scotland), Malfy Gin (Italy), Monkey 47 (Germany), Citadelle (France), McQueen & the Violet Fog (Brazil). Grab a friend, Cheers! 1 Mon., Dec. 2, 6:00-8:00pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor). #98074 Via Veroli 2150 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, 914-961-3333 www.viaveroli.com Rome Here We Come! A modern Italian restaurant offering a unique twist on the traditional featuring Italian flavors with unexpected international ingredients making dishes familiar yet exciting. CIA trained Owner Chef Salvatore Cucullo’s family background and Italian upbringing makes his dishes delicious. Owner Walter Palma originally hails from Northern Rome, Veroli to be exact, therefore the origin of the restaurant’s name with some of the menu’s dishes coming from this specific region. Learn to make heavenly Suppli – crispy rice (risotto) balls stuffed with fresh mozzarella typical of Roman cuisine. Learn the secret to their lamb ragout with fresh pasta. Our Dolce (Italian sweet) lesson is bourbon grilled pear, Gorgonzola with a balsamic reduction with a mini-snifter of delicious Moscato! A hospitable, talented chef and always a favorite educator! 1 Wed., Dec. 4, 6:00-7:30 pm, $25 (+ $30 in CASH sampling fee, payable to instructor). #98075 Baked by Susan (#3) 379 S. Riverside Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, 914-862-0874 www.bakedbysusan.com Cookies! - Hands-on! One of the best bakeries in Westchester and the BOW awards to prove it for over 14 years in a row, you can say that Susan O’Keefe knows a thing or two about baking. Her award winning bakery is a lovely warm spot to visit and enjoy delicious treats. This seasoned baker will teach us the basics of a versatile recipe to create many types of cookies. Make your own cookies and while they bake learn her secret frosting and icing recipes to decorate your creations. Take your cookies home to share with a friend or eat them all on the car ride home! Enjoy some of Baked by Susan’s favorite treats with coffee after our lesson. Optional additional $10 invites you to enjoy a SURPRISE bag of baked goods. Many items to purchase including their now famous empanadas and pies! 1 Thurs., Dec. 5, 6:30-8:30 pm, $25 (+ $25 sampling fee in CASH, payable to instructor, optional bag of baked goods additional $10). #98076 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 48 LIFELONG LEARNING & ENRICHMENT

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