culinary center + events - Foley Food And Wine Society

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FALL/WINTER 2015
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WELCOME
As summer winds down here at Ramekins, we look forward to the
Fall and Winter season of cooking, entertaining and preparations for
a festive holiday season! In this edition of our catalog, you will find
exciting program additions, along with new chefs AND…our first-ever
Culinary Excursion to Piemonte, Italy!
We are proud to welcome new chefs to Ramekins such as Zoe
McLaughlin, a Le Corden-Bleu graduate from 18 Reasons, as well
as returning favorites and polished professionals like Mat Schuster of
Canela Bistro in San Francisco and James-Beard Award-Winning
Chef and Author, Alice Medrich, who partners with Guittard
Chocolate, for a fabulous class full of chocolaty goodness.
We are also thrilled to announce our new 5th Street Farm Sunday
Suppers, featuring fresh bounty from our very own gardens along with
exclusive wines, all combining for a memorable farm-to-table culinary
experience. Join us at the Farm for what promises to be a wine
country highlight of the season.
Our expanded offerings are sure to entice any gourmand as well
as those who love to travel as we take Ramekins across the pond
to what is sure to be a “foodie” trip of a lifetime!
Make sure to follow us on social media for the most up-to-date info
on classes, visiting chefs and community events.
Looking forward to seeing you in the kitchen!
Warmly,
Sarah and Darius Anderson
NEW!
Chefs + Classes
pg 1-18
NEW!
Sunday Suppers
pg 8
NEW!
Culinary Excursions
pg 19-20
CHEF LISA LAVAGETTO
CHEF KYLE KUKLEWSKI
CHEF KEVIN CESS
CHEFS STACIE DONG
& SIMRAN SIGNH
CHEF ED METCALFE
CHEF SHEANA DAVIS
CHEF AGUSTÍN GAYTAN
CHEF PIERRE LAGOURGUE
CHEF CHAT MINGKWAN
CHEF AMY FOTHERGILL
CHEF LOUELLA HILL
CHEF ADOLFO VERONESE
CHEF MICHAEL KALANTY
CHEF ZOE MCLAUGHLIN
CHEF JILL SILVERMAN HOUGH
CHEF HOLLIE GREEN
CHEF LINDA CARUCCI
CHEF JOHN ASH
CHEF CRISTINA TOPHAM
CHEF LAURA COLE
CHEF ALICE MEDRICH
CHEF OLENKA ORJEDA
CHEF NANCY MCDERMOT
CHEF SUSAN VOLLAND
CHEF MEI IBACH
CHEF CAMILA LOEW
CHEF MAT SCHUSTER
CHEF FABIANO RAMACCI
with Chef Linda Carucci
THURS, SEPT 3, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Watermelon Gin Fizz
Burrata-Stuffed Farm Tomatoes with Basil
and White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Italian Fennel Sausage with Roasted Sweet
Peppers and Onions
Savory Corn Pudding
Apple Crisp with Bourbon and Spice Cream
A TASTE OF PERU
with Chef Olenka Orjeda
SUN, SEPT 13, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Empanadas de Carne
Cau-Cau de Mariscos - Seafood Stew
with Mint
Delicia de Algarrobina - Carob Syrup Mousse
FLAVORS OF FALL
with Chef John Ash
THURS, SEPT 17, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$125
Wild Mushroom Toasts with Fried Basil
Italian Garlic and Bread Soup with
Poached Eggs
Fresh Alaskan Halibut Hobo Packs
Soup of Fall Fruits with Muscat Sabayon
and Almond Thins
SEPTEMBER
END OF SUMMER BOUNTY
FAST + FABULOUS
FALL DINNER PARTY
with Chef Jill Silverman Hough
THURS, SEPT 10, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Grilled Vegetable Ratatouille
Prosciutto Carpaccio with Apples
and Arugula
Garlic Rosemary Rack of Lamb
Rosemary Parsnip Risotto with Aged
Balsamic Vinegar
Pear, Chèvre and Honey Tartlets
Handmade Artisan Pasta
with Sumptuous Sauces
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
SUN, SEPT 13, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Cavatelli with Roasted Rabbit and Olive Sauce
Spaghetti with Italian Sausage Vodka Sauce
Corzetti Pasta with Scallops, Clams and Mussels
in a Saffron Broth
Chocolate Linguine with Peas and Pancetta
Deep Fried Ravioli with Vanilla Custard Sauce
CLASSIC VIETNAMESE
with Chef Chat Mingkwan
SAT, SEPT 19, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Fresh Spring Rolls
Shaking Beef
Lemongrass Chicken
Aromatic Beef Noodle Soup
Fish Claypots
Nuoc Cham
Tropical Fruit Salad
Vietnamese Coffee
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with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
SUN, SEPT 20, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
SUNDAY
SUPPERS
A celebration of wine country food and farm!
Dinner is served family style, paired with local wines
and served underneath the Sonoma stars at our very
own 5th Street Farms. Gather, eat, drink, connect
with friends and community over the simple acts of
cooking, growing and sharing meals.
5th Street Farms was designed after the Chateau de
Chenonceau and its famed gardens in the Loire Valley
of France. Our team has created abundant year-round
organic sustainable vegetable gardens and orchards.
Location details provided upon registration.
SUNDAY
9/27/15
5pm-8pm
SUNDAY
11/1/15
4pm-7pm
Fried Calamari with Garlic Dipping Sauce
Roasted Beet and Greens Salad with Apples
and Goat Cheese
Timballo – Pasta Drum with Meatballs,
Fresh Ricotta, Asparagus and Hard Boiled Egg
Roasted Eggplant Stuffed with Tomatoes
and Fresh Mozzarella
Italian Apple Cake with Grappa
FRENCH BISTRO
with Chef Pierre Lagourgue
FRI, SEPT 25, 2015
11am - 2pm • Demo
$95
Creamy Tomato Soup with Puff
Pastry Crust
Quenelles Of Halibut with Saffron Sauce
Duck Breast with Creamed Sweet White
Corn and Morel Mushroom Sauce
Pear Upside Down Chocolate Cake
BACK TO SCHOOL FUN
FOR PARENTS + KIDS
with Chef Hollie Green
SUN, SEPT 27, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95 price includes admission
SOUTHERN ITALIAN
with Chef Adolfo Veronese/
Aventine Restaurant
THURS, SEPT 24, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Mini Croquettes - Potato Dumplings, Fontina
Cheese, Parmesan, Whole Grain Mustard
Purple Potato Gnocchi - Sautéed Shrimp,
Asparagus Tips, Lemon Wedges,
Champagne sauce
Seared Maine Day Boat Scallops - Faro
Salad, Roasted Bell Peppers, Fresh Oregano,
Crispy Parsnips, Lemon Vinaigrette.
Zoccolini - Fried Italian Donuts, Nutella,
Mascarpone Dipping Sauce, Apricot Jam
PERFECTING PIZZA
with Chef Michael Kalanty
SAT, SEPT 26, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Neopolitan Pizza Dough
East-Coast Style Dough
San Francisco Sour Dough
Fresh Sauces: Tomato, Pesto,
White & New Jersey Boardwalk
Spicy Flatbread
SUNDAY SUPPER
AT 5TH STREET FARM
with Ramekins Chef Kyle Kuklewski
SUN, SEPT 27 , 2015
5pm - 8pm • Special Event
$150
for parent and child
Sweet-n-Savory Apple Pumpkin Soup
Betcha Won't Believe It's Broccoli
Pesto Pasta
Moist and Meaty Florentine
Turkey Meatballs
Buttery Baked Pears Drizzled with Honey
Cinnamon Yogurt and Toasted Pistachios
Farmhouse Artisan Cheese/Charcuterie Board
Quinoa and Chicory Salad with Roasted
Cauliflower and Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Pan Seared Scallops, Caramelized Brussel
Sprouts with Bacon Lardons, Pickled Red
Onions and Sage Pesto
Crispy Skin Tarragon Chicken with Coriander
Jus with Beer Barley and Fennel Piperade
Spiced Apple and Pear Crumble with
Honey-Bourbon Anglaise
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SEPTEMBER
BIG NIGHT
with Chef Sheana Davis
Epicurean Connection
THURS, OCT 1, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Greens with Crème Fraîche Chive Dressing
Creme de Ricotta & Delicato Squash Soup
Chicken, Pumpkin & Spinach with
Crème de Ricotta Curry
Strawberries with Fresh Crème de Ricotta
and Sonoma Honey
Wines by Kendall-Jackson
A TASTE OF COTE D' AZUR
with Chef Zoe McLaughlin
SUN, OCT 4, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Provencal Seafood Stew in Broth with
Fennel and Pastis
Provincial Style Pizza with Caramelized Onions,
Olives, Anchovies, Garlic and Herbs
Caramelized Apple Tarte Tatin
AUTUMN IN PARIS
with Chef Pierre Laourgue
FRI, OCT 9, 2015
11am - 2pm • Demo
$95
Salad of Black Mission Figs with Sweet
Roasted Peppers and Shaved Fennel
Spinach Souffleé
Black Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon with
Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper
Vinaigrette
Gâteau Basque
OCTOBER
FALL HARVEST CHEESE CLASS
art of gnocchi
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
SUN, OCT 4, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Lemon Gnocchi with Spinach and Peas
Ricotta Gnocchi with Smoky Marinara
Classic Potato Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms
Spinach Malfatti with Spicy Marinara
Sweet Fried Gnocchi Dumplings with
Cinnamon and Sugar
LEBANESE COOKING
with Chef Cristina Topham
THURS, OCT 8, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Traditional Hummus Tahini
Cucumber and Mint Lebne
Pickled Turnips
Za’atar Manushi Bread
Fetoush Salad – Lebanese Bread Salad
Kibbe - Lamb Meatballs with Cinnamon
Green Beans with Cumin and Tomatoes
Lebanese Rice Pilaf
DECADENT CHOCOLATE
with Chef Alice Medrich &
Guittard Chocolate
SAT, OCT 10, 2015
10am - 1pm • Demo
$125 / includes The Guittard Chocolate
Cookbook, with tried-and-true recipes from five
generations of the Guittard family and friends.
Chocolate Truffles with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Chocolate “Twig” Basket
Hazelnut and Chocolate Tweed Tort
Chocolate Budino Sundaes
Double Decadence Cookies
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with Chef Louella Hill
SUN, OCT 11, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Warm up to the joys of home cheesemaking
with this mozzarella stretching class! Learn
how milk turns into curds and whey, fold in
seeds or your fanciest salt, make a mozzarella
roulade using pesto and toasted pine nuts
and assemble the juiciest homemade burrata
you've ever known.
SUSHI WORKSHOP
with Chef Ed Metcalfe
Shiso Modern Asian Cuisine
THUR, OCT 15, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
This class offers the importance of sushi rice
making, rolling technique, and education of
sakes. Fresh, simple and flavorful, sushi is the
heart of Japanese cuisine - and one of the few
meals you can make entirely with your hands.
Learn the basics of hand-rolled sushi from simple
combinations to unexpected variations.
THE GREAT PUMPKIN
with Chef Jill Silverman Hough
SUN, OCT 18, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Pumpkin Soup with Apple and Bacon
Endive and Arugula Salad with Toasted
Pumpkin Seed Dressing
Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Tart
Pork Chops with Cherry, Pumpkin & Hazelnut
Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Cookies with
Cream Cheese Frosting Filling
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FALL RISOTTO WORKSHOP
with Chef Linda Carucci
WED, OCT 14, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Risotto with Prosecco and Porcini
Butternut Squash Risotto with Parmigiano
and Balsamic Drizzle
Risotto with Duck Confit and Dried Cherries
Risotto with Baby Clams, Sausage,
and Tomatoes
Suppli al Telefono: Risotto Croquettes Stuffed
with Smoked Mozzarella
OCTOBER
YOGA IN THE KITCHEN
MOZZARELLA + MORE!
FLAVORS OF MOROCCO
with Chef Camila Loew
SUN, OCT 18, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Crushed Olives with Preserved Lemon
Fall Vegetable Tagine
Berber-Style Couscous with Caramelized
Onions, Golden Raisins, Herbs and Almonds
Moroccan Lamb Tagine
Orange, Date and Baby Green Salad
Broiled Fish Skewers with Charmoula Glaze
Pastry Cigars with Goat Cheese and Honey
MICHELIN STAR
SPANISH INSPIRATIONS
with Chef Mat Schuster
Canela Bistro & Wine Bar
THURS, OCT 22, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Autumn Gazpacho
Pumpkin Tempura With Spanish Sherry
Lamb Chop A La Plancha with Salsa Verde
and Tomato Marmalade
Riojan Fruit and Toffee Tart
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with Chef Chat Mingkwan
SAT, OCT 24, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Santa’s
Brunch
Pork Dumplings
Shrimp Dumplings
Potstickers
BBQ Pork Buns
Crunchy Bird Nests
Chinese Broccoli
Sesame Seed Balls
Chrysanthemum Honey Tea
MASTERING SAUCES
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
10AM & 12:30PM
with Chef Susan Volland
SUN, OCT 25, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Gather the family and don't miss our
scrumptious brunch, holiday crafts for
kids (of course!)and photos with Santa.
Fresh Pasta with Summer Tomato Basil Sauce
Potstickers with Tomato Chile Momo Dunk
Grilled Flank Steak with Roasted Tomato
and Onion Gravy
Homemade Tomato Paste
Semolina Cake with Tomato Syrup and Cream
menu
Artisan Sausage • Wine Country Scramble
Made-to-Order Omelette Station
Skillet Potatoes • Cinnamon Raisin French Toast
Holiday Dessert Station • Coffee & Hot Cocoa
PERFECTING PIZZA
Welcome Pomegranate Mimosas
Holiday Cocktails and Wine
Available for Purchase
with Chef Michael Kalanty
SAT, OCT 31, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Neopolitan Pizza Dough
East-Coast Style Dough
San Francisco Sour Dough
Fresh Sauces: Tomato, Pesto, White
& New Jersey Boardwalk
Spicy Flatbread
RESERVE EARLY!
$60/ADULTS • $25/KIDS
KIDS 5 & UNDER FREE
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RAMEKINS.COM ALASKAN ADVENTURE
with Chef Laura Cole /
229 Parks Restaurants & Tavern /
Denali National Park, Alaska
SUN, OCT 25, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$125
Alaskan Halibut with Dill and Proscuitto
Dill Soup with Leeks, Potatoes, Herbs,
Cayenne, Nutmeg and Crème Fraîche
Alaskan King Crab Pasta with
Carrot Reduction
Alaskan Beet Macaroons with Spruce Tips
OCTOBER
DIM SUM
PAELLA WORKSHOP
with Chef Fabiano Ramacci
THURS, OCT 29, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Tapas: Yellowtail Crudo with Spanish
Green Olive Tapenade, Fresh Mint and
Kumquat Oil
Bacalao Baked Salted Cod Fresh Leeks,
Nora Peppers and Capers
Seafood Paella, Chorizo with Harissa
Paste, Preserved Lemons and Fresh Mint
KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY:
COOKIES + COSTUMES!
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
SAT, OCT 31, 2015
11am - 1pm • (very) Hands On
$45
Witch Hats
Chocolate Mice
Halloween Ghosties
Pumpkin Bars
Spookie Witch Fingers
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with Ramekins Chef Kyle Kuklewski
SUN, NOV 1, 2015
4pm - 7pm • Special Event
$150
Farmhouse Artisan Cheese/Charcuterie Board
Quinoa and Chicory Salad with Roasted
Cauliflower and Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Pan Seared Scallops, Caramelized Brussel
Sprouts with Bacon Lardons, Pickled Red
Onions and Sage Pesto
Crispy Skin Tarragon Chicken with Coriander
Jus and Beer Barley and Fennel Piperade
Spiced Apple and Pear Crumble with
Honey-Bourbon Anglaise
KOREAN COOKING
with Chef Chat Mingkwan
SAT, NOV 7, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Pa Jon-Korean Rice Pancakes
Kulbi Kui-Bbq Beef Ribs
Japh Chae-Mung Bean Dried Noodles
Dak Chochu-Sweet and Spicy Chicken
Namul-Marinated Mushrooms and Cucumber
Kimchee
Korean Pears and Melons
WILD ABOUT GAME
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
THURS, NOV 12, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Hearts of Palm and Artichoke Salad
Espresso Rubbed Venison with Lump Crab
and Chipotle Beer Butter Sauce
American Bison Stuffed with Blackened Turkey
Tenderloin with Pepper Cranberry Relish
Elk Backstrap Stuffed with Chorizo and
Mango Jalapeño Salsa
Sour Cherry Carrot Cake
SIMPLE, SENSATIONAL SIDES
FOR THANKGIVING
with Chef Linda Carucci
THURS, NOV 5, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Fricassee of Brussels Sprouts and Bacon
Butternut Squash with Maple Syrup
Garlic Spinach with Currants, Pine Nuts
and Pecorino
Caramelized Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with
Foolproof Gravy
GLUTEN-FREE DINNER PARTY
with Chef Amy Fothergill
SAT, NOV 7, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Pea, Mint and Feta Spread on Baguette
Salad With Walnuts and Dried Cranberries
Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken with Sage
Soft Polenta with Gorgonzola
Roasted Fall Veggies
Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon
Whipped Cream
SPECTACULARLY SOUTHERN
with Chef Nancy McDermot
SAT, NOV 14, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Saltine Crackers with Cream Cheese and
Three-Pepper Jelly
Charleston-Style She-Crab Soup with Sherry
and Chives
Rufus Estes’s Brunswick Stew with Dumplings
Celestial Herb Biscuits with Blue Ridge
Mountain Tomato Gravy
Miss Nannie’s Old-School Coconut Cake
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NOVEMBER
SUNDAY SUPPER
AT 5TH STREET FARM
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
THURS, NOV 19, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Tiny Stuffed Zucchini
Rustic Bread Salad with Farm Fresh Vegetables
and Red Wine Vinaigrette
Handmade Linguini with Creamy Genoa
Pesto, Green Beans and Potatoes
Braciole di Manzo Beef Rolls with Prosciutto,
Bread Crumbs and Parmesan
Polenta Cake with Fresh Fruit
KITCHEN BOOTCAMP
with Chef Kyle Kuklewski
SAT, NOV 21 & SUN, NOV 22 , 2015
9am - 1pm • Hands On
$200 / includes both days
NOVEMBER
TOUR OF ITALY: LIGURIA
THE FRENCH CLASSICS
with Chef Pierre Lagourgue
FRI, NOV 20, 2015
11am - 2pm • Demo
$95
Puree Of Carrot Soup with Orange Zest
Crab Souffleé
Braised Prime Beef Short Ribs with
Root Vegetables
Lemon Tart
Tamale workshop
with Chef Agustin Gaytan
SAT, NOV 21, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Class size limited to 16
Join Ramekins Chef Kyle Kuklewski for
two days of dynamic, hands-on instruction
in cooking basics that help teach the
non-professional cook to think and act
like a chef.
Master the art of knife skills and butchery
then on to preparing stocks and sauces
and understanding proper sauté protocol
and learn the secrets of braising and
grilling.
You will leave with kitchen confidence
and know how to shop, prepare and
present. Are you ready? Let's do this.
Stocks
Sauces
Butchery
Braise/Grill
Knife Skills
RAMEKINS.COM Black Mole Tamales with Turkey, Chiles,
Grilled Tomatos, Herbs and Chocolate
Pork Tamales with Grilled Tomatos,
Chipotle Chiles and Hoja Santa Leaves
Yucatan Style Tamales Filled with Chaya
Leaves, Pumpkin Seeds, Tomatos and Chile
Sweet Tamales Filled with Dried Fruit and
Creamy Custard
EAST MEETS WEST
HOLIDAY STREET FOOD
with Chef Mei Ibach
SUN, NOV 22, 2015
3pm - 6pm • Hands On
$95
Fresh Spring Roll with Dungeness Crab in
Chili Pomegranate Sauce
Oven-Roasted Gourmet Trumpet Royal
Mushroom with Thai Citrus Salad
Roasted Pumpkin in Ginger Coconut Milk
with Crème Fraiche & Truffle Oil
Seared Scallop with Wasabi Lime Sauce
Braised Pork Belly with Dried Cherry Red
Wine Reduction Sauce
East-West Spice Cake with
Cardamom Cream
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with Chef Jill Silverman Hough
THURS, DEC 3, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Sparkling Pomegranate Cocktail
Rosemary Meyer Lemon Lemon Drop
Smoked Trout Salad on Pumpernickel Toasts
Mushroom Brie Puff Pastry Bites
Serrano Shrimp
Rotisserie Chicken Sandwichettes with
Raisin Jam and Pickled Onions
Coppa-Wrapped Dates with Blue Cheese
HOLIDAYS WITH AN
ASIAN TWIST
with Chef Chat Mingkwan
SAT, DEC 5, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Wasabi Pancakes With Smoked Fish and
Japanese Caviar
Mini Lemongrass Beef Burgers
Sous-Vide Scallop and Salmon Roulade
Baked Crab Mousse in Herb Biscuits
Spicy Saba Nuggets
Asian Herb Cups
Choconut Puffs
RAVIOLI FOR THE HOLIDAYS
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
THURS, DEC 10, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$95
Chicken and Pork Ravioli with Spicy Marinara
Lobster Ravioli with Creamy Crab Sauce
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with
Nona’s Meat Sauce
Fig and Onion Caramelle with Gorgonzola
Dolce Fonduta
Banana Ravioli with Vanilla Custard Sauce
RAMEKINS.COM FRENCH HOLIDAY
DECEMBER
SIPS + APPS: HOLIDAYS
with Chef Pierre Lagourgue
FRI, DEC 4, 2015
11am - 2pm • Demo
$95
French Onion Soup Gratinee
Prawn Salad with Roasted Watermelon
and Shellfish Sauce
Filet de Boeuf en Croute with Chestnut
Duxelle and Périguex Sauce
Brioche Tarts with Berries and Vanilla Cream
everyday indian home
cooking
with Chefs Simran Singh and
Stacie Dong
SUN, DEC 6, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Channa Dhal
Shrimp “Curry in a Hurry”
Indian-Spiced Creamed Spinach
Spiced-Roasted Cauliflower
Turkey Chappali Kebabs
Coriander Chutney
Parantha
Chai Masala & Chai
CHRISTMAS IN MEXICO
with Chef Agustin Gaytan
SAT, DEC 12, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Mini Tostadas Topped with Fresh Fish in
Spicy Chipotle Meco Chile Salsa
Turkey, Stuffed with Corn Masa, Dried Fruit
and Wild Mushrooms with a ChocolateOrange Glaze
Wild Greens in Pulla-Ancho Chiles Sauce with
Shrimp, Cactus and Potatoes
Crispy Fritters with Seasonal Fruit
Ponche Navideño - A Warm Holiday Drink
with Apples, Guavas and Cinnamon
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Artisan Sausage
Wine Country Scramble
Made-to-Order Omelette Station
Skillet Potatoes
Cinnamon Raisin French Toast
Holiday Dessert Station
Coffee & Hot Cocoa
Welcome Pomegranate Mimosas
Holiday Cocktails and Wine
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
10AM & 12:30PM
A WINTER MENU
with Chef John Ash
THURS, DEC 17, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm • Hands On
$125
DECEMBER
Santa’s
Brunch
BRUNCH MENU
available for purchase
SIMPLE + SPECIAL
HOLIDAY DESSERTS
with Chef Jill Silverman Hough
SAT, DEC 19, 2015
10am - 1pm • Hands On
$95
Dried Fava Bean Soup with Sumac and
Smoked Olive Oil
Warm Chicory Salad with Wild Mushrooms
and Pancetta Vinaigrette
Pan Roasted Venison with Blackberry
Sage Sauce
Apple and Walnut Brown Butter Cake with
Tangerine Caramel Sauce
TAKE HOME
HOLIDAY CANDY
with Chef Lisa Lavagetto
SUN, DEC 20, 2015
11am - 2pm • Hands On
$95
Orange Creamsicle Sparkling Wine Floats
Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
Poached Pear Parfaits with Crème Fraiche
Tangerine Pudding Cakes
Brandied Souffles with Star Anise Syrup
HAPPY
HOLIDAYS
French Fleur de Sel Caramels
Perfect English Toffee
Hazelnut Marzipan Balls
Gingerbread Fudge
Classic Butterscotch Hard Candy
Homemade Marshmallows
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PIEMONTE
NORTHERN ITALY
SOUTHERN FRANCE
JUNE 11-19, 2016
SEPT 3-10, 2016
Piemonte is the land of some of Italy’s most prized wines
- Barbaresco, Barbera, Nebbiolo, and most famous of all,
Barolo - and has become a leading gastronomic
destination. A northern Italy culinary excursion provides
cuisine that combines richness of Italian tradition with
influences from nearby France. Fine wines, excellent
cheeses, truffles, hazelnuts, and succulent meats abound.
Piemonte also boasts stunning medieval castles, views of
snow-covered Alps, and local hospitality. Join us in one of
our favorite regions for a unique Italian cooking excursion!
Cooking with the seasons and perusing brocantes is
a way of life in the French countryside. Join Ramekins for
a week-long trip of cooking, wine tasting, and antiquing
in the most beautiful, lush part of the country!
Stay at the exclusive Chateau Dumas, set upon a hill in
peaceful, rolling countryside on a 22 acre private estate
with a large pool and glorious panoramic views.
Full itinerary and pricing available online.
Book today at RAMEKINS.COM/EVENTS
or more info at [email protected]
Full itinerary and pricing available online.
Book today at RAMEKINS.COM/EVENTS - SPACE LIMITED
SPACE LIMITED
8 Nights Luxury Accommodations
7 Nights Luxury Accommodations
Boutique Vineyard Tours + Tastings
St. Antonin Food & Craft Market
Amaretto & Grappa Distillery Tour & Tasting
French Apertifs
Michelin Star and Local Piemontese Meals
3 Course French Meal
Traditional Black Truffle Hunt
Visit Montepezat de Quercy
Piemontese Cooking Class
Caussade Market
Local Cheese Tour & Tasting
Terre de Pastel Spa Day
Excursions to Ancient Walled Cities
Le Marche Restaurant, Cahors
Village Market Tour
Outdoor Film Screening of French Film
UNESCO Castle Visit
Local Vineyard Visits
All Inclusive Package Includes:
Airport Transfers, Local Transporation,
Meals and Guided Excursions.
All Inclusive Package Includes:
Airport Transfers, Local Transporation,
Meals and Guided Excursions.
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HOST YOUR 2015 HOLIDAY PARTY AT RAMEKINS
Ramekins provides a festive venue
for your holiday event, whether it
be corporate or social. Our culinary team
will work with you to create the perfect
menu for your event. We invite you to
celebrate with us this season, and raise
a glass to toast the new year with our
scrumptious food and gracious staff.
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The essence of wine county living,
Ramekins offers a unique cooking
and lodging experience, culinary
excursions, catering, events
and more! RAMEKINS.COM
A beautiful historic home, this unique event
venue is located in downtown Sonoma,
surrounded by lush gardens and fruit trees
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CORNERSTONE
THE BARN AT
TYGE WILLIAM CELLARS
Spend the day amidst nine
acres of architecturally landscaped
gardens, boutique shopping,
dining & wine tasting.
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Nothing says wine country like our beautiful
barrel barn, with wide open spaces, golden
sunlight, and a backdrop of rolling hills and
vineyards. CORNERSTONESONOMA.COM
Reserve your holiday party by
10/31 and receive a complimentary
sparkling wine toast!
C O N TA C T O U R E V E N T T E A M T O D AY !
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CHATEAU SONOMA
WING & BARREL RANCH
A curated selection of French
antiques and collectibles, home & garden,
unique gifts and more beauty to be
shared. Visit our TWO locations!
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An exclusive hunting destination
in the heart of wine country, featuring
world-class vintner members and the
finest clays shooting courses.
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OUR PROPERTIES
CELEBRATE THE
HOLIDAY SEASON!
OCTOBER
THURS SEPT 3|6:30-9:30PM|END OF SUMMER BOUNTY
THURS SEPT 10|6:30-9:30PM|FAST & FABULOUS FALL DINNER PARTY
THURS OCT 1|6:30-9:30PM|FALL HARVEST CHEESE CLASS
SUN OCT 4|11AM-2PM|ART OF GNOCCHI
SUN SEPT 13|11AM-2PM|A TASTE OF PERU
SUN SEPT 13|3PM-6PM|HANDMADE ARTISAN PASTA
SUN OCT 4|3-6PM|A TASTE OF COTE D' AZUR
THURS OCT 8|6:30-9:30PM|LEBANESE COOKING
FRI OCT 9|11AM-2PM|AUTUMN IN Paris
sat oct 10|10AM-1PM|DECADENT CHOCOLATE
THURS SEPT 17|6:30-9:30PM|FLAVORS OF FALL
SAT SEPT 19|10AM-1PM|CLASSIC VIETNAMESE
SUN OCT 11|11AM-2PM|YOGA IN THE KITCHEN - MOZZERELLA
WED OCT 14|6:30-9:30PM|FALL RISOTTO WORKSHOP
SUN SEPT 20|3PM-6PM|BIG NIGHT
THURS SEPT 24|6:30-9:30PM|SOUTHERN ITALIAN
THURS OCT 15|6:30-9:30PM|SUSHI WORKSHOP
SUN OCT 18|11AM-2PM|FLAVORS OF MOROCCO
FRI SEPT 25|11AM-2PM|FRENCH BISTRO
SAT SEPT 26|10AM-1PM|PERFECTING PIZZA
SUN OCT 18|3PM-6PM|THE GREAT PUMPKIN
THURS OCT 22|6:30-9:30PM|SPANISH INSPIRATIONS
SUN SEPT 27|11AM-2PM|BACK TO SCHOOL COOKING
SUN SEPT 27|5PM-8PM|SUNDAY SUPPER (EVENT)
SAT OCT 24|10AM-1PM|DIM SUM
SUN OCT 25|11AM-2PM|ALASKAN ADVENTURE
NOVEMBER
SUN OCT 25|3PM-6PM|MASTERING SAUCES
THURS OCT 29|6:30-9:30PM|PAELLA WORKSHOP
SUN NOV 1|4-7PM|SUNDAY SUPPER (EVENT)
SAT OCT 31|1OAM-1PM|PERFECTING PIZZA
SAT OCT 31|11AM-1PM|KID'S HALLOWEEN CLASS
THURS NOV 5|6:30-9:30PM|SENSATIONAL THANKSGIVING SIDES
SAT NOV 7|10AM-1PM|KOREAN COOKING
SAT NOV 7|3-6PM|GLUTEN-FREE DINNER PARTY
THURS NOV 12|6:30-9:30PM|WILD ABOUT GAME
DECEMBER
SAT NOV 14|10AM-1PM|SPECTACULARLY SOUTHERN
THURS DEC 3|6:30-9:30PM|SIPS + APPS: HOLIDAYS
FRI DEC 4|11AM-2PM|FRENCH HOLIDAY
THURS NOV 19|6:30-9:30PM|TOUR OF ITALY: LIGURIA
FRI NOV 20|11AM-2PM|THE FRENCH CLASSICS
SAT DEC 5|10AM-1PM|HOLIDAYS WITH AN ASIAN TWIST
SUN DEC 6|11AM-2PM|EVERYDAY INDIAN COOKING
SAT/SUN NOV 21-22|9AM-1PM|KITCHEN BOOTCAMP
THURS DEC 10|6:30-9:30PM|RAVIOLI FOR THE HOLIDAYS
SAT DEC 12|10AM-1PM|CHRISTMAS IN MEXICO
SAT NOV 21|3-6PM|TAMALE WORKSHOP
SUN NOV 22|3-6PM|EAST MEETS WEST
SUN DEC 13|10AM & 12:30PM|SANTA'S BRUNCH (EVENT)
THURS DEC 17|6:30-9:30PM|A WINTER MENU
SAT DEC 19|10AM-1PM|SIMPLE + SPECIAL HOLIDAY DESSERTS
SUN DEC 20|11AM-2PM|TAKE HOME HOLIDAY CANDY
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CLASS GUIDE
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450 WEST SPAIN STREET, SONOMA, CA 95476
707.933.0450 | WWW.RAMEKINS.COM
SAGE PUMPKIN SOUFFLÉ
(With the exception of bread/pastry classes)
Small portions of all menu items are served
Students receive copies of all recipes
Long pants and closed-toed shoes advised
Aprons, knives and utensils provided for in-class use
Not all participants will make all menu items and recipes
½ tsp Chile Flakes
1 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Sage
4 oz Goat Cheese, Crumbled
2 large eggs, separated
1 large egg white
salt + pepper
Parmesan Cheese
1 cup Roasted Pumpkin Pureé
1 cup Whole Milk
1 Bay Leaf
Pinch Ground Mace
2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
2 Tbsp All Purpose Flour
preheat the oven to
400˚.
butter
4
half - cup ramekins and
sprinkle with parmesan , set aside . bring the milk , mace and
HANDS-ON CLASSES
Classes includes two glasses of wine
DEMO CLASSES
Observation style
Small portions of all menu items are served
Includes two glasses of wine
Students receive copies of all recipes
bay leaf to a scald in a small saucepan . turn off heat and
allow to infuse for
5
minutes . in a saucepan over medium
heat , melt the butter , add flour , whisking constantly for
2
minutes . gradually add the warmed milk , whisking to prevent
lumps . allow to simmer until mixture thickens . transfer the
KIDS CLASSES
Ages 6-17 • Hands On
Small portions of all menu items are served
Students receive copies of all recipes
milk mixture to a bowl , remove the bay leaf and add the
pumpkin puree , chile , sage and goat cheese . mix well . add
the egg yolks and thoroughly combine . in the bowl of
a stand mixer , whisk the egg whites until stiff but not dry
peaks . gently fold the egg whites into the pumpkin mixture .
place the pumpkin mixture evenly between the ramekins . bake
for
15
minutes or until puffed and golden . remove from
oven and serve immediately . makes
4.
POST YOUR FINISHED PUMPKIN SOUFFLÉ PHOTO on OUR
instagram or facebook- THE WINNER RECEIVES A FREE CLASS!
USE HASHTAG #RAMEKINSRECIPECONTEST & #RAMEKINSSONOMA
(CONTEST ENDS 12/1)
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#RAMEKINSSONOMA
CANCELLATION POLICY
Class registrations must be received with full payment.
Ramekins reserves the right to cancel any class due to space
availability or instructor illness. If a class is cancelled,
students are contacted to arrange for a refund or a
class credit. You may cancel your registration for a class
up to 7 days prior and receive a full refund.
All cancellations under 7 days will forfeit your deposit.
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