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GOURMET WEEKEND RETREATS No time for a three or five day learning vacation? Try the shorter weekend version. The focus is still on teaching you essential skills and techniques for everyday use. Your retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday we prepare and enjoy a delicious brunch before your departure in the afternoon. Menus are planned based on seasonality and product availability and typically incorporate a style of food and theme such as Italian, Mediterranean, Regional American, etc. Price includes hands-on instruction, recipe handouts and meals prepared by the class served with wine/beverage. Accommodations are additional. |
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| 2-day Gourmet Weekend Retreat - Italian Cuisine | February 17 - 18, 2012 | |
| Your Gourmet Weekend Retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday you will prepare and enjoy a delicious lunch before your departure in the afternoon. We’ll spend the weekend preparing meals using some favorite Italian recipes. The dishes we make will be typical of simple Italian cooking - exceptional flavor from fresh seasonal ingredients. The menu may include dishes such as Herbed Focaccia; Mixed Greens with Polenta Gorgonzola Croutons; Lasagne Bolognese with Spinach Pasta; Homemade Ricotta; Crostata with Spiced Fig Preserves; Pancetta and Potato Frittata and more. The class times shown include the meals served comprised of the recipes prepared by the class. The meal is served 3 – 4 hours after the class start time. Please plan to eat something before coming to class. Accommodations are additional and are available at CasaLana B&B. If CasaLana is booked, accommodations are also available at other nearby B&Bs
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| 2-day Gourmet Weekend Retreat - Wine Country Cuisine | March 9 - 10, 2012 | |
| Napa Valley is blessed with a vast assortment of fresh herbs and vegetables, and a remarkable selection of exceptional food products available to us year-round. Combining these high-quality ingredients to showcase unique flavor combinations gives the Wine Country an eclectic style of cuisine all its own. Your Gourmet Weekend Retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday you will prepare and enjoy a delicious lunch before your departure in the afternoon. Our seasonal menu will include recipes like Four Cheese Quesadilla with Smoked Chicken; Roasted Portobello with Brie and Arugula; Grilled Asparagus with Olive-Caper Relish; Balsamic Glazed Lamb with Chimichurri; Roasted Herb Potatoes; Sautéed Greens with Pancetta; Grilled Flatbread with Wild Mushrooms and Herbs; Fresh Fruit Galette with Homemade Ice Cream and other interesting dishes. The class times shown include the meals served comprised of the recipes prepared by the class. The meal is served 3 – 4 hours after the class start time. Please plan to eat something before coming to class.
Accommodations are additional and are available at CasaLana B&B. If CasaLana is booked, accommodations are also available at other nearby B&Bs
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| Private 2-day Session | April 12 - 13, 2012 | |
| This date has been reserved for a private 2-day cooking retreat.
Contact CasaLana GourmetRetreats to schedule a date for your special event or celebration. register for this class |
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| 2-day Gourmet Weekend Retreat - Mediterranean Flavors | April 27 - 28, 2012 | |
| The diversity of the Mediterranean region results in a dazzling assortment of foods and flavors. We will experience the deep, earthy flavors of robust dishes from Mediterranean regions of Italy, Spain, France or Greece.
Your Gourmet Weekend Retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday you will prepare and enjoy a delicious lunch before your departure in the afternoon. Our seasonally based menu will include items like Spicy Hummus with Grilled Pita; Lemon Chicken with Oregano Sauce, Caponata, Gianduja Brownies; Gelato; Pissaladiere; and much more. The class times shown include the meals served comprised of the recipes prepared by the class. The meal is served 3 – 4 hours after the class start time. Please plan to eat something before coming to class.
Accommodations are additional and are available at CasaLana B&B. If CasaLana is booked, accommodations are also available at other nearby B&Bs
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| 2-day Gourmet Weekend Retreat - Flavors of Spring Bounty | June 1 - 2, 2012 | |
| We’ll shake off the winter doldrums as we harvest tender, young vegetables and greens from the garden. Your Gourmet Weekend Retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday you will prepare and enjoy a delicious lunch before your departure in the afternoon. We use the pick of the garden and market to prepare our meal of items such as Brushcetta with Marinated Feta and Arugula, Grilled Asparagus with Olive Relish; Grilled Lemon-Thyme Chicken; Creamy Risotto with Spring Vegetables; Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp and other delicious recipes The class times shown include the meals served comprised of the recipes prepared by the class. The meal is served 3 – 4 hours after the class start time. Please plan to eat something before coming to class.
Accommodations are additional and are available at CasaLana B&B. If CasaLana is booked, accommodations are also available at other nearby B&Bs
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| 2-day Gourmet Weekend Retreat - Summer Grill | July 6 - 7, 2012 | |
| Summertime is a highpoint for outdoor entertaining. Taking full advantage of the season’s bounty and your grill can be a great reward. You will learn how to maximize flavor and tenderness using marinades and rubs. You will also learn about sauces and salsas to serve that will add a unique flair to your summertime dishes. Your Gourmet Weekend Retreat begins Friday afternoon in the kitchen where we prepare our multi-course meal using recipes that incorporate a variety of cooking techniques. Saturday you will prepare and enjoy a delicious lunch before your departure in the afternoon. We will make dishes like Grilled Quesadillas with Smoked Chicken; Achiote Chicken with Salsa Verde; Grilled Vegetable Mélange; Grilled Fruits and many other recipes that will become your summertime favoritesThe class times shown include the meals served comprised of the recipes prepared by the class. The meal is served 3 – 4 hours after the class start time. Please plan to eat something before coming to class.
Accommodations are additional and are available at CasaLana B&B. If CasaLana is booked, accommodations are also available at other nearby B&Bs
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