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🌮 Tostada Fiesta: Exploring Mexico's Culinary Delights 🌮
A Dishes and Destinations Cooking Class

Are you ready to dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico? On November 11th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 AM, teens will embark on a culinary journey in our Tostada Fiesta: Exploring Mexico's Culinary Delights class. This session of Dishes and Destinations will focus on creating delicious and authentic beef tostadas and fresh salsa, while gaining essential kitchen skills that extend beyond the recipe.

1. Culinary Techniques:

• Marinating and Seasoning: Discover how to marinate beef with traditional Mexican spices, learning flavor development techniques that can be applied to various dishes.
• Knife Skills: Master the essential techniques for safely and effectively chopping and slicing ingredients—a must-have skill for any aspiring cook.
• Assembling Tostadas: Learn how to layer ingredients on pre-made tostadas, focusing on achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
• Salsa Preparation: Explore the art of making fresh salsa, balancing the flavors of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime to create the perfect accompaniment to your tostadas.

2. Cultural and Historical Insight:

• Cultural Appreciation: Explore the significance of tostadas and salsa in Mexican cuisine and how these dishes reflect Mexico’s rich culinary heritage.
• Global Awareness: Broaden your cultural perspectives by delving into dishes from another country, enhancing your understanding of global cuisine—an important component of a well-rounded homeschool education.

3. Creative Expression:

• Recipe Customization: Express your creativity by personalizing your tostadas and salsa with a variety of toppings and ingredients, making each one uniquely your own.
• Presentation Skills: Learn the art of plating and presenting food attractively—a valuable skill whether you're cooking at home or dreaming of a future culinary career.

4. Teamwork and Collaboration:

• Collaborative Cooking: Work together with fellow students to prepare the different components of the dish, fostering teamwork and communication—skills that are crucial both in and out of the kitchen.

📅 When: November 11th, 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 Where: Chefs In Progress, 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914
💲 Cost: $45

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, create, and enjoy the flavors of Mexico with fellow teen chefs! Sign up today and join us for Tostada Fiesta: Exploring Mexico's Culinary Delights—a celebration of food, culture, and creativity!

🇮🇹 Experience Authentic Italian Cooking! 🍝

For Teens Ages 12-17

Homeschool Edition

📅 Date: February 10

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

💰 Cost: $45

📍 Location: 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914

Ciao, Teens! Get ready to step into Italy with this immersive, hands-on cooking experience. You’ll learn to make authentic ravioli from scratch and explore the flavors, culture, and traditions of Italy as we bring the essence of Italian cuisine to life! 🇮🇹✨

What’s Cooking?

🍅 Mastering the Dough: Discover the art of pasta-making as you knead, roll, and shape dough just like in an Italian kitchen.

🧀 Delicious Fillings: Dive into traditional ravioli fillings with fresh ingredients like ricotta, spinach, and herbs that capture the essence of Italy’s flavors.

🍝 Perfecting Ravioli: Learn the techniques to shape, seal, and cook ravioli to perfection, so every bite is authentically Italian.

🥫 Savor the Sauces: Create a classic sauce that pairs perfectly with your ravioli—whether it’s a vibrant tomato basil or a rich brown butter sage sauce. Bellissimo!

🌍 Discover Italian Culture: We’ll journey through Italy’s iconic regions, uncovering fascinating facts about Italian food and pasta traditions that’ll transport you to the heart of Italy.

Bring your passion for cooking and your appetite, and let’s celebrate the magic of Italian cuisine together! 🍝🇮🇹