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HOW TO REGISTER

To register for a class and for more information, call or visit Longo’s Personal Touch Services Counter.

Space is limited so book early to secure your spot.

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COOKING SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

JAN 2018 - AUG 2018

The Loft at Longo’s Ajax

THE LOFT AT LONGO’S AJAX

1 Rossland Road East Ajax, ON

905.427.6231

Loft Coordinator: [email protected]

PAYMENTPayment may be made at the store by cash, debit,

major credit card or Longo’s Gift Card. Payment for phone-in registrations must be made by credit card.

REFUNDSRefunds are available up to 48 hours before the class begins,

either in person or by notifying Longo’s by phone. Refunds will not be given for a missed class.

CANCELLATIONWe reserve the right to cancel or postpone a class

due to insufficient enrolment or other circumstances.

ALLERGIESThe Loft is not an allergy or peanut free area.

FOOD SAMPLINGAll classes include a sampling of the dishes prepared in class to be enjoyed in the Loft and a copy of the recipes for you to take home. Food cannot be taken home unless

specified in the class description.

CLASS FORMATAll classes are demonstration format unless indicated otherwise.

Interactive classes allow you to participate in the preparation of some aspects of one or more dishes with the chef and other

participants, or as indicated in the class description.

For birthday parties, private classes, corporate events or room rentals, contact the Loft Coordinator. For a list of other Loft locations and to view their programs, visit: Longos.com/Loft

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Classes for: Adults • Teens • Parent & Child • Chlldren

Adult Classes

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

West Indian Roti (Vegan) Do you love West Indian roti, and would you like to recreate this classic south Caribbean dish at home? Barbados-born bestselling cookbook author and food scientist Taymer Mason will guide you through the steps to making the perfect Dhal Puri Roti, which is a base to all of the classic fixings like Curried Potato, Island Styled Sautéed Spinach, and Curried Chickpeas and Pumpkin. If that’s not enough, learn how to make Caribbean-Style Apple Tamarind Chutney to accompany this epic meal. (This class is partially interactive; each person will make his or her own roti.) $30

MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Soup & Sandwich Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how easy it is to elevate the humble soup and sandwich to something you and your family will look forward to eating. We have two soup and sandwich combinations to enjoy during this class. The first is a Roasted Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Bread Bowl. The second is a Potato Leek Fennel Soup with Crispy Pancetta paired with an Avocado, Lettuce and Tomato Wrap. $15

TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Soup & Sandwich Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how easy it is to elevate the humble soup and sandwich to something you and your family will look forward to eating. We have two soup and sandwich combinations to enjoy during this class. The first is a Roasted Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Bread Bowl. The second is a Potato Leek Fennel Soup with Crispy Pancetta paired with an Avocado, Lettuce and Tomato Wrap. $15 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Some Like It Hot Calling all “hotheads”! Oh yes, we have heat! But as Chef Chris Pires says, “It’s a good balanced heat.” He will start you off with Spicy Chicken-Filled Puff Pastry Tarts served on a bed of crispy greens. Then the ever-popular Goan Vindaloo and Masala Chickpeas tempered with Coconut Rice and Raita. For dessert, no heat, just loads of flavour, Carrot Halvah. A full-flavoured meal! $30

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Learn to Make Pasta (Interactive) As a sequel to last spring’s popular class “Learn to make Pasta,” this class led by Chef Heather Johnson will teach you how to make more pasta at home for friends and family. Prepare to get your hands dirty as you will learn to make a

beautiful semolina pasta dough, which will become a Beet and Goat Cheese Ravioli served with a light sage cream sauce. Then we will switch gears and make Sweet Potato Gnocchi with traditional Bolognese sauce. Buon Appetito! $35

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Fifty Shades of Chocolate Chocolate is about to get heated. Who says you can’t start your evening with something decadent, after discovering the many pleasures of chocolate. Tonight, Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela will tempt your wild side by creating savoury and sweet chocolate recipes to satisfy your insatiable appetite for all things chocolate, just in time to start a perfect romantic evening with that someone special. Sit back and enjoy the ride as tonight’s exotic menu features Harissa-Spiced Tomato and Dark Chocolate Soup, Baby Spinach and Caramelized Pear Salad with a Milk Chocolate-Balsamic Dressing, and Toasted Almonds and Dark Chocolate Covered Cranberries. The kitchen heats up with a Cocoa Nib and Fennel-Encrusted Pork Tenderloin with a White Chocolate Sauce and Cocoa-Dusted Roasted Cauliflower for your entrée. A sinful Double Espresso Chocolate Torte with Kahlúa caramel will help whip the evening into shape. $35

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Everything Tastes Better with Chocolate Who knew that chocolate could add such great flavour to both sweet and savoury dishes? Tonight join Chef Lois Alexander as we learn tips for cooking with chocolate and about the different varieties. You will start the evening with a glass of Mocha Punch. The main course will be a flavourful Chicken Mole served with fingerling potatoes and roasted root vegetables. Still have room for dessert? How about a slice of Six Layer Chocolate Cake with toasted marshmallow filling? If you are looking for some unique menu ideas, tonight’s class was created just for you. $30 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Cozy Comfort Cuisine (Vegan, Gluten Free)Join Holistic Nutritionist Rebecca Oliver in this fun and educational cozy comfort food cooking class. This is a trouble-free dinner that is easy enough for a busy weeknight. A warm healthful meal packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants! Dishes will be quick and easy to prepare, gluten free, vegan, nutrient-dense and kid-approved! On the menu: Warm Asparagus Salad (gluten free, dairy free, vegan, sugar free), Vegan Mac ’n’ Cheese (gluten free, dairy free, vegan, raw, sugar free) and Homemade Tahini Oatmeal Cookies (gluten free, dairy free, vegan, sugar free). $30

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Healthier Game Day Join our Longo’s Loft team members to learn how you can celebrate game day with lighter, yet delicious, party fare. Savour Turkey Chili with a secret ingredient—chocolate. Pesto Chicken Cucumber Roll-Ups are easy to make with a shortcut—Longo’s rotisserie chicken. Our veggies come in the form of a BLT Salad in Parmesan-Crusted Cups. And for those with a sweet tooth in your group, no one will know that the no-bake brownies we learn to make are vegan. $15

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Healthier Game Day Join our Longo’s Loft team members to learn how you can celebrate game day with lighter, yet delicious, party fare. Savour Turkey Chili with a secret ingredient—chocolate. Pesto Chicken Cucumber Roll-Ups are easy to make with a shortcut—Longo’s rotisserie chicken. Our veggies come in the form of a BLT Salad in Parmesan-Crusted Cups. And for those with a sweet tooth in your group, no one will know that the no-bake brownies we learn to make are vegan. $15

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

The Louisiana Kitchen Tonight we head back to the kitchens of New Orleans where Chef Jim Comishen continues his never-ending journey to bring classic Southern cooking to the kitchens of Canada. We start with a rich and creamy Snow Crab and Corn Chowder finished with heavy cream and chives. Next it’s the classic Sausage, Blackened Shrimp, Red Beans and Rice as a great main. For dessert a decadent Chocolate, Banana, Pecan and Bourbon Bread Pudding with bourbon sauce and whipped cream to satisfy any sweet tooth. $35

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 2018 – 6:00PM – 9:00PM

Spring Bake Off (Interactive) First you bake and then you take them home! Who couldn’t use a few new recipes in their arsenal? In this class, Chef Laura Boyd will teach you tricks and treats of spring baking recipes. You will make Cream Puffs, individual Crostatas (make your own pastry), Cranberry Coconut Bars, Snickerdoodles and the best Chocolate Cupcakes! As a bonus, Laura will take time to teach you some fun decorating techniques for your cupcakes! $45

MONDAY, MARCH 19, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Let’s Do Brunch Our Longo’s Loft team members will take you through a quick and easy brunch menu for family and friends. Join them as you learn how easy it is to make these recipes at home. We will start with a Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad, followed by an impressive Puff Pastry Brunch Braid. We’ll finish off the brunch with a Maple and Sour Cherry Pecan Granola Parfait. $15 TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Let’s Do Brunch Our Longo’s Loft team members will take you through a quick and easy brunch menu for family and friends. Join them as you learn how easy it is to make these recipes at home. We will start with a Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad, followed by an impressive Puff Pastry Brunch Braid. We’ll finish off the brunch with a Maple and Sour Cherry Pecan Granola Parfait. $15

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SPECIAL EVENTS, TEAM BUILDING, AND MORE!

In addition to the scheduled cooking classes, the Loft is the ideal space for special events, holiday parties, business meetings or community gatherings. Speak with your Loft Coordinator about planning a private cooking class, corporate event or room rentals.

TEAM BUILDINGWhether you’re with your friends and family or your co-workers, we are happy to bring your skills

in the kitchen to the next level with team building cooking events.

COMMUNITY SPACENot-for-profit groups are welcome to use the space at non-peak hours as a community meeting space at no cost.

DELICIOUS BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR KIDSDo you have an aspiring young chef in the family? The Loft at Longo’s has the recipe

for a crowd-pleasing birthday party with lots of fun, creativity and edible treats! For themed menus and more party details, visit www.Longos.com/Loft

905.427.6231 | [email protected]

MONDAY, MARCH 26, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Modern Italian Entertaining (Interactive) Entertaining can be a challenge. Trying to get everything on the table at the right time can be stressful. In this class, Chef Laura Boyd will teach you how to prep ahead to make a delicious Italian dinner. Chef Laura will demonstrate how to make an espresso chocolate mousse to enjoy at the end of class, but then she is putting you to work. You will make a Warm Mushroom and Arugula Salad, Sweet Potato Gnudi with crispy sage and pancetta, and fresh baked Focaccia. This elegant meal will wow your guests when you try it at home! $35 THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Vegetarian Entertaining From Paul McCartney to Oprah Winfrey, celebrities and health professionals are advocating for people to go Meatless on Mondays! In this class, Chef Laura Boyd will teach you how to cook amazing meatless options that will please. You will make Falafel in Lettuce Cups, Tomato Soup with cheesy croutons, Buddha Bowls and a Superfood Crisp. Come explore how healthy can taste so good. $30

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Bite-Sized Entertaining Bliss Appetizers, tapas, hors d’oeuvres. Whatever you call them, these small bites of food are a hit any time of the year and can make any occasion such as showers or parties an occasion that will be remembered. Join Chef Lois Alexander as we make Grilled Brie and Fruit Crostini, Mini Chicken Skewers with roasted corn and black bean salsa, Shrimp Salad Wraps with chili dipping sauce and, for dessert, Mini Cappuccino Cupcakes with Madagascar vanilla bean frosting. $30


Fifty Shades of Chocolate – Darker It’s time to reaffirm our love affair with all things chocolate, savoury and sweet. Come and join Fifty Shades of Chocolate creator Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela for the second chapter of his chocolate trilogy, as chocolate is about to get heated again! This evening, Chef John’s objective is to demonstrate the versatility of dark chocolate as a culinary ingredient that provides a wonderfully rich depth of flavour. Your savoury journey will begin with a Dark Chocolate and Exotic Mushroom Mille-feuille (layered puff pastry), and continue with Chef John’s signature temptation Mussels. The main entrée is a Black Pepper and Cocoa Nib–Encrusted Tenderloin with a chocolate and port sauce, white chocolate mash and asparagus with cocoa nibs and shredded prosciutto. We are all aware of the allure of chocolate as a sweet component. Our evening together concludes with a decadent Chocolate Soup with a floating meringue island. $35

MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Herbs-A-PlentyJoin our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how to incorporate fresh herbs in recipes that will stimulate your taste buds and your senses. You will learn how to make Bruschetta Tartlets, Broiled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Sauce, and Cheese and Rosemary Shortbread Crackers. $15

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Herbs-A-PlentyJoin our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how to incorporate fresh herbs in recipes that will stimulate your taste buds and your senses. You will learn how to make Bruschetta Tartlets, Broiled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Sauce, and Cheese and Rosemary Shortbread Crackers. $15


Ultimate Pizza Party (Interactive) Tonight let Chef Alex Page teach you how to host and prepare the ultimate pizza party. During this class, Alex will lead you in creating the perfect pizza dough and cooking it properly using a pizza stone. Your pizza creations will include Potato Pizza with parmesan and fresh thyme, Fennel and Artichoke Pizza with spicy sausage and black olives, and Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza with buffalo mozzarella. You will also learn how to make a simple Side Salad, how to pair wine with each pizza and how to create the perfect Italian music playlist to keep the party going! Buon Appetito! $35

NEW THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

How to Eat Healthy on a Budget Looking for ways to eat healthy on a grocery budget? Then don’t miss joining Longo’s Registered Dietitian in the Loft Cooking School for this informative session. Learn how to balance your grocery budget while preparing tasty, easy and healthy meals and snacks. You will obtain samples, tips, strategies, menu, recipes and more! $10 All attendees will receive a $10 Longo’s Gift Card after attending the class.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Vegan Comfort Food This class will leave you saying “I cannot believe this is vegan,” with beautiful casseroles and desserts that you can feel confident offering your house guests and family. Let bestselling cookbook author, food scientist and Caribbean culinary historian Taymer Mason take you on a new culinary journey through plant-based comfort food. Tuck into a cozy and flavourful Lentil Mushroom Bourguignon Shepard’s Pie with Roasted Garlicky Cauliflower Mixed Potato Mash. Jazz up your appetizer tray with her signature Eggplant Accras and Coconut Aioli. Then wow your entire family with this dreamy Vegan Mac and “Cheese” Casserole. Finally cap off your comfort food experience with Apple Crostata and rich Dairy-Free Crème Anglais. $30

THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Avocado Party You’re invited to a party…The Avocado Party! Join Holistic Nutritionist Rebecca Oliver in this fun, interactive and educational cooking class for busy parents who want to serve easy-to-prepare, nutrient-dense foods. The star of the show, the chubby crocodile pear, or in other words, the avocado! Avocados have an excellent nutrient profile and provide health benefits in the areas of blood sugar control, insulin regulation and weight management. Avocados provide a wide variety of antioxidant properties, as well as decrease the overall risk of unwanted inflammation. Dishes will be quick and simple to make, gluten free, vegan, packed full of nutrients and kid-approved: Healthy Guacamole, Avocado Pesto Pasta and Avocado Chocolate Pudding. $30

MONDAY, MAY 14, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Spring Baking with Lemons When life gives you lemons, why not bake with them? Join our Longo’s Loft team members for this class featuring desserts that incorporate the light, fresh flavour of luscious lemons. You will learn how to make Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake Bars, Lemon Crinkle Cookies, and Lemon Blueberry and Brie Scones. $15

TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Spring Baking with Lemons When life gives you lemons, why not bake with them? Join our Longo’s Loft team members for this class featuring desserts that incorporate the light, fresh flavour of luscious lemons. You will learn how to make Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake Bars, Lemon Crinkle Cookies, and Lemon Blueberry and Brie Scones. $15

TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Surprising Salads From simple yet sophisticated to complex and crazy, these salads are delicious. Tonight you’ll watch as Chef Heather Johnson teaches you how to spice up your salads. We’ll start with Chickpea, Avocado & Feta Salad with lime herb dressing, then Cucumber Yogourt Salad with creamy dill dressing. Next we’ll be making a Thai-inspired Peanut Noodle Salad with Shrimp using a spiralizer. Finally we’ll enjoy a Berry, Orange, Spinach Salad served over quinoa with homemade balsamic dressing. Salad will never be the same! $30

THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Let’s Make A Cake Ever wondered how to make those amazing creations that you see in bakeries and online? If so, this is the class for you. Join Wilton-trained Chef Lois Alexander as we decorate a cake from start to finish. Cake is the go-to for occasions such as wedding and baby showers, birthdays and potlucks, and that last-minute celebration. Learn about different fillings and how to make Swiss meringue buttercream. You will be shown the importance of crumb coating a cake and the proper way to torte and stack. There will be tea and coffee, plenty of cake tasting, handouts, a question and answer period, and door prizes. Come see why Chef Lois’s motto is “The more you weigh, the harder you are to kidnap. Eat cake.” Lois is a British-trained chef, a lover of great food, dark chocolate, all things sweet and is passionate about baking. $30

MONDAY, MAY 28, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Paris Afternoon Tea Desserts (Interactive)As Audrey Hepburn once said, Paris is always a good idea. Paris Afternoon Tea Party is a unique interactive workshop created by Executive Pastry Chef Kenneth Ku. This class will introduce novice bakers and hobbyists alike to a unique opportunity to bring the taste of Paris to your front door. The afternoon tea menu includes Classic Crème Brûlée, freshly made Petit French Baguettes stuffed with Jambon and Gruyère, Tantalizing Savoury Tomato Confiture, Tarte au Citron and Chocolate-Orange Truffle Tartlets. You will have fun, learn and leave with a box of your very own delicious tea time treats! $35

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Recipes from the Napa Valley Come join Chef Jim Comishen tonight as he takes you to the wine hills of Napa, California, for a taste of some great spa cuisine. Start with a Salad of Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto with cocktail tomatoes, olives, buffalo mozzarella, roasted yellow peppers, garlic crostini and balsamic glaze. Next it’s a classic and rich Napa Valley Syrah Risotto with crisp pancetta and asiago cheese. Our main is wine-poached Chicken Stew with creamy supreme sauce on a crisp puff pastry shell, finished with fresh herbs. All that’s left is the spa treatments to end this wonderful experience. $35

THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Plate, Snap, Eat & Post It (Interactive) Want to fool your friends and family into thinking you’re a master chef? Tonight Chef Alex Page will show you three easy, sophisticated dishes and how to beautifully plate them! Your menu includes Pan-Seared Shrimp with Citrus Bean Salad and warm pancetta dressing, Rosemary and Garlic Lamb Chops served with White Risotto and Salsa Verde, and for dessert Vanilla Gelato with pistachio, raspberry coulis and shaved dark chocolate. Along with Chef Alex, you will plate each course yourself, which you can then snap a picture of and post to social media! $35


MONDAY, JUNE 18, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Gather Cook & Eat Evening: Global Summer Salads Nothing says summer like a light and colourful salad. Join Longo’s team members as you learn to make this perfect go-to summer meal. Enjoy the fresh bounty of the season with two Mediterranean salads—Watermelon and Feta Arugula Salad and Mediterranean Quinoa Salad. An Asian Steak Salad is sure to satisfy, as is a Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Salad with lime cilantro vinaigrette. $15

TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM

Gather Cook & Eat Daytime: Global Summer Salads Nothing says summer like a light and colourful salad. Join Longo’s team members as you learn to make this perfect go-to summer meal. Enjoy the fresh bounty of the season with two Mediterranean salads—Watermelon and Feta Arugula Salad and Mediterranean Quinoa Salad. An Asian Steak Salad is sure to satisfy, as is a Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Salad with lime cilantro vinaigrette. $15

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Bento Sushi Making (Interactive) Learn how to make fresh sushi with Bento’s highly trained expert chefs. Master the art of sushi preparation with recipes for the perfect rice and tips for creating and forming your favourite sushi rolls. You will also get a chance to see an exciting demonstration on how to prepare the more advanced Nigiri Sushi. You will not want to miss it! All attendees receive a sushi mat to use during the class and to take home courtesy of Bento Sushi. $25

THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM

How to Make Dough (Interactive) There is absolutely nothing better than making and eating homemade Italian food. The simple flavours and tempting aromas transport us to a seaside trattoria in this beautiful Mediterranean country. Join Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela for an interactive evening of Italian “dough-making.” Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and learn to create fresh Egg Pasta, then turn it into Spaghetti with a decadent Tomato Sauce. Chef John will teach you how to make his famous, effortless quick-rising pizza dough and make two types of pizza—a traditional Pizza Margherita and a Truffled Cream and Roasted Mushroom Pizza. Finally, you will create pillowy Potato Gnocchi with a Brown Butter Fresh Sage Sauce. Viva Italian dough! $35

Teen Classes

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Teens are invited to join our Loft team members in these interactive cooking classes where they will work with seasonal ingredients to make teen-friendly meals. Teens will develop their food preparation and cooking techniques while eating the food they make. They will explore their inner chef while having fun with other teens making tasty and memorable recipes together. $15 per teen per class

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2018

In Love with Chocolate Chocolate BarkTruffles Lava CakeWhite Caramel Chocolate Cookie

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2018

Sleepover FunPopcorn 3-ways (chocolate and caramel, salt and pepper, cheesy) Pizza Bites Mini Burgers Morning Smoothie Puff Pastry Pop Tarts

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2018

After-School SnacksCustom Grilled Cheese Tomato Soup with Homemade CroutonsHummus and Pita Chips No-Bake Power Balls

MONDAY, MAY 7, 2018

Cinco de MayoTortilla Soup Custom Quesadilla Individual 7-Layer Dip Churro Cupcakes

Parent & Child Classes

11:30am – 1:00pmCooking is the perfect way to spend a special Saturday morning together. Children ages 3 and up can attend with a parent, grandparent or other loved one. Learn new kitchen skills and eat delicious food while spending quality time together. $20 per adult per class (accompanied by one child)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2018

It’s Chilly OutsideCucumber Hummus Bites Pita PizzaGranola Bars

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2018

Kids’ FavouritesTrail Mix Parmesan Chicken Nuggets Cupcakes

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2018

Spring Is Here Fruit KabobsChicken Salad WrapsPop Tarts

SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2018

Let’s Make LunchVeggies and DipCreate a SandwichBanana Split Brownie Parfait

Parent & Toddler Classes

10:00am – 11:30amSpend some quality time with your toddler while we combine the worlds of food and fun. Children ages 1–3 can attend with a parent, grandparent or other loved one. Introduce your toddler to the world of food while making and eating simple and delicious toddler-friendly recipes you’ll both enjoy. $15 per adult per class (accompanied by one toddler)

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2018

Warm & CozyStrawberry Banana SmoothieMinestrone Alphabet SoupEnglish Muffin Grilled Cheese

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Morning SunriseMuffin Cup SoufflésSilver Dollar PancakesLeprechaun Fruit Kabobs

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 2018

Bite-Sized Snacks Homemade Hummus and Pita ChipsTomato Bocconcini BitesJello Rainbow Cut-Outs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018

Fun with VeggiesGreen Goddess SmoothieBroccoli Mac ‘n’ CheeseKale Chips

WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 2018

Colour Me OrangeFresh Squeezed Longo’s Orange JuiceTurkey Flatbread Sandwich with Carrot SticksRoot Vegetable Fries and Dip

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2018

Summer GoodnessMango LassiCarrot Zucchini MuffinsCrumpet Pizza


What did you like about the class?

“We got to make our own food and it tasted good.”

“Making and trying foods my mom doesn’t make.”

Creative Kids’ Classes

11:00am – 12:30pmJoin us for some cooking fun as we continue with our Creative Kids’ classes. Kids get to let their imaginations run wild in these funky classes of learning and laughing. When finished, they get to show off and enjoy their amazing creations. For kids aged 6 and up. $25 per child per class. All classes are children drop off. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Be My ValentineTruffles Heart-Shaped Sandwiches with Veggies and DipRed Velvet Cupcakes

SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2018

Easter Treats No-Bake Chocolate Egg Nest Cookies Chocolate Egg Pops Sugar CookiesRice Krispies Squares

SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2018

Mother’s Day SurpriseCookie Mix Jar

SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 2018

Father’s Day SurpriseSpice Rub Jar

P.A. Day Classes

10:00am – 1:00pmWhat better way for your child to spend a P.A. day than cooking with us in the Loft! Your child will learn the skills to create dishes while learning the basics in order to be comfortable in the kitchen and have fun. For kids ages 6 and up. $25 per child per class. All classes are children drop off. Lunch is included daily. FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2018

Cozy ComfortsHomemade Bread in a BagSloppy Joes Zucchini FriesTwo-Bite Brownies

FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2018

Bite-Sized FoodsRainbow Veggie PinwheelsLasagna RollsPotato Balls Cinnamon Buns

MONDAY, JUNE 4, 2018

Taste of the TropicsVeggies and Cumin-Lime Yogourt DipCoconut Chicken TendersStrawberry/Mango SalsaHawaiian Cheesecake

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March Break Cooking Camp

10:00am – 1:00pmCalling all junior chefs! Give your child a head start in the kitchen this March break. Kids will learn how food is prepared and have fun developing kitchen skills and working together as a team. For kids ages 6 and up. $25 per child per class. All classes are children drop off. Lunch is included daily.

MONDAY, MARCH 12, 2018

50s Style Diner MilkshakeMini Sliders Classic FriesApple Pie Bites

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018

Ready for Breakfast Muffin Cup FrittatasHome FriesSmoothieMini Pancakes and Fruit on a Stick

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 2018

It’s all Greek Greek SaladChicken SkewersTzatziki SaucePita ChipsBaklava Roll-Ups

THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2018

Cookies & Cream DayCookies & Cream Hot ChocolateOreo-Stuffed Chocolate Chip CookiesOreo Cheesecake Bites Oreo Parfait

FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2018

Cooking with Green Shamrock Eggs Green Mac ’n’ Cheese Green Fruit Skewers Green Crinkle Cookies

Summer Cooking Camp

10:00am – 1:00pmDo your kids love spending time in the kitchen? We will teach them the basics they will need to work comfortably in the kitchen. Kids have fun working together as a team and enjoying the food they help create. For kids ages 6 and up. $25 per child per class. All classes are children drop off. Lunch is included daily.

Weekly Theme: Baking Bowl Fun

MONDAY, JULY 9, 2018

Tutti Fruity One-Bowl Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Berries and Cream Hand Pies Apple Fritter–Stuffed Pull Apart Cake Avocado Chocolate Brownies

TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2018

Calling all Chocolate Lovers Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Brownie Fudge Cookies Homemade Chocolate Doughnuts Chocolate Marshmallow FudgeHomemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

WEDNESDAY, JULY 11, 2018

Everyone Loves Cheesecake Cheesecake Cookie Dough Cups Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies Cheesecake-Stuffed Brownie Truffles Strawberry Cheesecake Crescent Rolls

THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2018

Mini Bite-Sized DessertsMini Key Lime Pies Two-Bite Brownies Mini Cinnamon Rolls Baked Churro Bites

FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2018

All about Bars Homemade Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars Cherry Crumb Bars Lemon Pie Bars Chocolate Mint Bars

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What did you learn?

“I learned how to make good tasting foods.”

“How to do the proper measurements.”

“I learned how to crack an egg properly.”

“How to cut basil.”

Weekly Theme: Healthy & Delicious


Nutritious & SatisfyingFruit SaladTurkey Sliders with Mango-Tomato SalsaSweet Potato Fries with Chipotle DipBanana Bread


Greek Classics Chicken Gyros Greek Salad Roasted Oregano Potatoes Greek Yogourt Dessert


Wholesome Meals SmoothieBeef and Broccoli Teriyaki Stir-FryCauliflower Fried Rice Apple Crumble Minis


Global Goodness Warm Mexican Corn Salad Custom PizzaLebanese Turkey Meatballs in SauceEnglish Trifles


Garden FreshBruschetta on Homemade CrostiniCobb Salad Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Weekly Theme: Around the World


ItalyFresh Mozza Tomato CupsPizza PinwheelsSpinach and Ricotta Shells Chocolate Tiramisu


ThailandMango Salad Sweet Chili Shrimp Lettuce Wraps Chicken Pad Thai Mango Pudding


SpainCorn and Chorizo HashSpanish Mini MeatballsChicken EmpanadasAstorga Puff Pastries


North AmericaCheesy Mashed Potato BallsParmesan Chicken Fingers with VeggiesGooey Chocolate Chip CookiesChocolate-Covered Frozen Bananas


PolandPolish Cucumber SaladThree-Cheese Perogies with BaconRogaliki (jam-filled crescents) Raspberry Crumble Cake

Weekly Theme: Fun in the Sun

MONDAY, AUGUST 6, 2018

Amusement Park Cotton Candy Slush Baked Corn Dog Bites Chicken Kabobs Mickey Mouse Cupcakes Bite-Sized Funnel Cakes

TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2018

Pack a PicnicOven-Fried Picnic Chicken Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad Cookie Cutter Cucumber Sandwiches Mini Berry Tarts

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2018

Day at the BeachFruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips Sandwiches on a Stick Sandy Beach Parfait Watermelon Cooler Slushy

THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018

Take Me to the Ball GameCrunchy Cereal Chicken Fingers Poutine Baseball Popcorn Balls Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Fruit Kabobs


FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2018

Too Hot to CookKey Lime Pie Dip Cold Veggie Pizza with Hummus and Havarti Chocolate-Covered Frozen Bananas Brownie Coconut Raspberry Mousse Parfaits

Weekly Theme: Baking Bounty


Oh Caramel!Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Squares The Ultimate Caramel Apple Salted Caramel Mini Cheesecakes Caramel Thumbprint Cookies


Summer Fun Desserts No-Bake Monster Cookie Ice Cream Cake Summer Berry Poke Cake Cool Watermelon Pie Cupcake Ice Cream Cones


Baking with 5 Ingredients or Less Three-Ingredient Breakfast Cookies No-Bake Chocolate Energy Balls Marshmallow S’mores Treats Ice Cream Cake Chocolate Cake Frozen Smoothie Pops


Rolling in the Loft Cinnamon Rolls Strawberry Cheesecake Rolls Apple-Filled French Toast Roll-Ups Hand-Rolled Stuffed Doughnut Holes


Upside-Down Day Upside-Down Banana Bread Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Upside-Down Chocolate Coconut Bars Upside-Down Pear and Cranberry Tart

Weekly Theme: Cooking with Colour


Eat the RainbowFruit Skewers Veggies and Dip Colourful Fajitas Rainbow Chip Cookies


Orange & BlueBlueberry Pancakes Sweet Potato Fries Orange Glazed Meatballs Blueberry Tarts


YellowCorn on the Cob Lemon Chicken Mini Banana Splits Banana Cream Pie


Red & White Tomato and Bocconcini Skewers Pasta with Homemade Tomato Sauce Watermelon and Feta Salad Red Velvet Cupcakes


GreenGuacamole and Chips Green Popcorn and Pretzel Mix Baked Pesto Chicken and Pasta Grasshopper Pie

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