Rivertown Inn is pleased to offer a new series of culinary classes taught by our talented European chef Ray Wyatt, presented in our professional gourmet kitchen setting. Join us for a truly unique culinary experience.
Our fun and informative three hour classes feature hands on instruction, plentiful food and wine samplings, and a take home recipe booklet of the menus from the day.
$65.00 per person plus tax. Each class begins at 1pm.
Class is limited to six participants.
Advance reservations and prepayment required.
For reservations, please call 651.430.2955
Please note that in addition to our regularly-scheduled
cooking classes, private classes for 6 can be arranged on select dates.
Please talk to the Chef or to a member of
our staff for more information.
2010 COOKING CLASS SCHEDULE:
February20
Knife Skills and Foundations - Cooking 101
This class is SOLD OUT.
Please contact us if you would like to schedule a private class for a group of six participants.
In this class we will introduce you to important skills to help make your time in the kitchen more efficient. From types of knives and their uses, to how to speed chop using those skills, we will prepare some important base products essential to your kitchen.
March 13
Fish Class: Selecting, Prepping, Cooking and Pairing Learn the things you need to know when it comes to selecting fish, and how to butcher flat and round fish and turn them into delectable dishes.
April 17
Northern French Cuisine
This class is SOLD OUT.
Please contact us if you would like to schedule a private class for a group of six participants.
There is a distinct difference between the cooking in the north of France and cooking in the south of France. In this class we will go over some of the classics found in northern French cuisine and some of the typical techniques used in classic French cuisine.
May 15
Southern French Cuisine
This class is SOLD OUT.
Please contact us if you would like to schedule a private class for a group of six participants.
A great follow up to our northern French class, this class will explore what makes the cuisine of the south of France unique and vibrant, and prepare some fantastic and flavorful classics.
June 12
Scandinavian Cooking
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. Only two seats remain for this class.
It is not all Lefse and Lutefisk! This is a great class to look deeper into the food of Scandinavia. The food from this region of the world is driven by quality ingredients and classic technique creating a unique and delightful cuisine.
July 17
Asian Flavors
In this class we will take a closer look at some of the unique and amazing products and cooking styles from various parts of Asia. Making dishes with typical ingredients, you will be able to recreate some of the most popular and classic dishes.
August 21
Spanish and Portuguese Cuisine
This class is SOLD OUT.
Please contact us if you would like to schedule a private class for a group of six participants.
From the rolling hills and mountainous regions to the beautiful coastline, Spain and Portugal have a unique and diverse cuisine which focuses on regional product and age-old techniques creating one of the most classic and flavorful cuisines.
September 18
Southern Italian
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. Only two seats remain for this class.
As the summer starts to come to an end, I begin to think about southern Italian cuisine. We will look at the difference in the style of food and the ingredients used in southern cuisine in comparison to northern Italian cuisine.
October 16
Northern Italian
A fantastic follow up to our southern Italian class. As the temperature starts to drop, it is the perfect time of year to look at northern Italian cuisine as it is heartier than southern and a perfect beginning to the colder season which lies ahead.
November 13
Appetizers to Impress
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. Only three seats remain for this class.
It's that time of year again when the holiday parties begin. In this class you will learn some new appetizers to impress your friends and family, and to add a new twist to some of those overused and less exciting appetizers!
December 4
Pastries and Desserts Stressed spelled backwards is desserts. Coincidence? I think not!
This anonymous quote couldn't have said it any better. Learn some tasty pastries and desserts guaranteed to add extra flair and flavor to your holiday season ... and to remove some of that unneeded stress!
