Impress your guests this holiday season with new culinary skills learned from the expert hands of Executive Chef John Greeley. After a hands-on cooking class, enjoy lunch with the chef. The class will center around the freshest ingredients of the season and crafting sumptuous menu for your holiday festivities. (There may also be a creative tip or two for what to do with the left-overs.)
Under the watchful eye of Chef Greeley, class members will experience the inner workings of a professional kitchen and learn culinary techniques to use at home. The class is designed for the home cooking enthusiast and only basic culinary knowledge is necessary. Class members will be taught how to use the knife as an extension of the hand, menu planning, ingredient selection and purchasing, meal preparation and more.
For reservations, please call 212.582.7200.
Friday, October 29th
$185 per person
(includes all materials, lunch, wines, tax and gratuity)
Space is limited to 10
Lessons & Menu:(Subject to change)
Creating Canapés
Complement cocktails and conversation.
chef’s selection of canapés
Simple Soups
Satisfy a large group with little effort.
roasted pumpkin and squash soup with brown butter and lobster
Sensational Sides
Highlight any festive gathering with flavorful side dishes.
root vegetables with bacon and honey glaze chestnuts
maple whipped sweet potatoes with brûléed marshmallows
haricot verts with Mornay sauce and fried shallots
Right Way to Roast
Master the art of brining and cooking roasts.
glazed ham, succulent turkey, and peppercorn crusted tenderloin of beef
Traditional Treats
Create a grand finale with a sweet finish.
Bûche de Noël
Lunch will be served with precisely paired wines for each course.
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Chef Greeley's 2011 class schedule coming soon.