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Monday February 2, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Czech Comfort Cooking NEW! - Czech Comfort Foods NEW! Discover the Flavors of Traditional Czech Home Cooking! Join us for a hands-on culinary experience where you'll learn to prepare beloved dishes from the heart of the Czech Republic. Master the art of making Knedlíky, soft, pillowy potato dumplings stuffed with savory seasoned meat, served alongside tangy, slow-cooked sauerkraut. You will also cook up a warm, comforting bowl of Zelnacka – a classic sauerkraut soup bursting with rich flavor and traditional spices. Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or just love exploring new cuisines, this immersive workshop will bring the warmth of Czech home cooking straight to your table.NOTE:  This class is a high-demand class.  If spaces are full, remember to add yourself to the waitlist.  If there is enough interest, a second class will be opened up.Instructor:  Jarka SalvoAbout Our Instructor:Hello! My name is Jarka Salvo, and I’m originally from the Czech Republic, a place I’m proud to call home. Cooking has always been a big part of my life. Growing up in Czech, it was how we connected as a family.  Today, I carry on that tradition with friends, loved ones, and now, with you! I return to the Czech Republic each year, and the moments I treasure most are spent in the kitchen, cooking with my family. I'm so excited to share a few of my favorite Czech recipes and give you a taste of the comfort and joy that Czech cooking brings. I hope you enjoy every bite!

Monday February 9, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Italian Valentine's Dinner NEW! - Italian Valentine's Dinner NEW! Skip the crowded restaurant and create an unforgettable Italian dinner at home! In this special occasion class, you'll prepare a romantic and delicious menu perfect for Valentine's Day or any night worth celebrating. Begin with a flavorful Cannellini Bean Dip and Roasted Red Peppers served with toasted garlic bruschetta. For the main course, Chicken Valdostana, a rich dish layered with prosciutto, fontina, mushrooms, and white wine sauce, then you'll make Pasta alla Trapanese, a Sicilian-inspired sauce of basil, mint, almonds, garlic, tomatoes, and pecorino. End on a sweet note with luscious Amaretto Chocolate Truffles. Come with your partner, a friend, or solo—this class is about great food and even better company!NOTE:  This class is a high-demand class.  If spaces are full, remember to add yourself to the waitlist.  If there is enough interest, a second class will be opened up.Instructor:  Diane MantecaAbout Our Instructor:Diane has been a professional chef for 35 years, working in high end gourmet establishments as well as catering companies.  She owned the Brickyard Cafe in Cambridge for 7 years which was an eclectic and popular restaurant tucked away in the Fresh Pond area.  Diane has co-authored a Zone cookbook on healthy eating and worked as a food consultant with recipe development for a major corporation.  She has been a culinary teacher at Assabet Regional Vocational School and Brookline High School and has participated in many charitable events including Dana Farber:  Cooking for a Cure.  She has been a personal chef with clients in the Boston area, and continues her passion of teaching culinary classes.  Diane also has a successful Utube channel called Diane's World Kitchen and loves making cooking videos to share with all.

Wednesday February 11, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Mardi Gras! New Orleans Cooking - New Orleans Cooking: Mardi Gras! Since you can’t get to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, bring the celebration to your own kitchen and enjoy the party! In this fun, hands-on cooking class, you’ll create the famous dishes that make Louisiana cuisine so unforgettable. The menu includes Jambalaya with Chicken, Seafood, and Andouille Sausage, Shrimp Étouffée, and Chicken Gumbo, all finished with a classic New Orleans Bread Pudding with Sauce. Raise a toast to this special holiday and take home recipes you’ll want to make all year long!NOTE:  This class is a high-demand class.  If spaces are full, remember to add yourself to the waitlist.  If there is enough interest, a second class will be opened up.Instructor:  Diane MantecaAbout Our Instructor:Diane has been a professional chef for 35 years, working in high end gourmet establishments as well as catering companies.  She owned the Brickyard Cafe in Cambridge for 7 years which was an eclectic and popular restaurant tucked away in the Fresh Pond area.  Diane has co-authored a Zone cookbook on healthy eating and worked as a food consultant with recipe development for a major corporation.  She has been a culinary teacher at Assabet Regional Vocational School and Brookline High School and has participated in many charitable events including Dana Farber:  Cooking for a Cure.  She has been a personal chef with clients in the Boston area, and continues her passion of teaching culinary classes.  Diane also has a successful Utube channel called Diane's World Kitchen and loves making cooking videos to share with all.