What You'll Learn
By the end of the class you will:
- Know how to prepare empanadas from scratch
- Learn how to work with squid and squid ink
- Master the plating and presentation of tapas
About This Class
We can’t promise to get you to Spain this summer but learning some killer recipes for tapas will be the next best thing. Join chef Mat Schuster of Canela Bistro as he guides you through preparing tapas that are seasonal, unique, and huge on flavor.
A tapas menu might mean small bites, but that’s all the more reason to make every bite count. We’re talking about a variety of tastes, textures, and even temperatures so the whole menu shines when it comes together. Then again, we love the idea of just preparing one or two of your favorites before your next dinner party, too.
You’ll learn about key items in the Spanish pantry, pro tips for making parts of each recipe ahead of time, and even a sweet dessert to top it all off. Trust us, this will be the summer dinner party you go back to again and again.
Menu
Details
- Wine included
- Full meal served in class
- Work in teams
- Ages 18+
FAQ
The average duration of our cooking classes is 4 hours, and they are broken down into three segments: Introductory lecture or demo, hands-on cooking, and eating.
The class will begin with a short discussion or demo from your instructor. After, you can expect to work either on a team or individually to prepare the class menu. As a group, your class will prepare the selected menu in its entirety. In most classes, not every student will make every dish.
Learning happens throughout the class, and your instructor will often call out key techniques as they happen in each recipe.
Most classes conclude by sitting down as a group to eat what you’ve prepared, followed by a discussion of each recipe. You will leave with a copy of the recipe packet and a working knowledge of every dish that was made so you can recreate them at home.
Doors open 15 minutes before the class start time.
You do not need to bring anything with you to class, unless otherwise noted in the class description. The kitchens at SFCS are fully equipped and aprons, recipes, equipment, food and wine are all provided for you.
In most classes, you will be sitting down to eat a complete meal that you have prepared along with your classmates. Since this typically occurs towards the end of the class period, an appetizer or small plate is usually prepared early on in class. However, you’re welcome to additionally have a snack before you arrive or bring one with you.
Please note, for our Baking & Pastry classes, a light meal will be provided for you.
We suggest wearing casual clothing you can easily move around in, and highly recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes. Long hair should be pulled back.
Cancellation Policy
Mat Schuster
