Farmington Continuing Education

Learn to stack, ice, and decorate a 3-tier cake in this two-hour class, taught by the owner of the Great British Cupcake. In this adult cake class, create a 3-layer cake and learn about the usage of fondant, chocolate and other decorating mediums. Students learn all the professional tips and tricks so they never need buy a store-bought cake again. Disposable apron, cake box and all class supplies included. Participants leave with a fully decorated cake in a cake box. Cakes can be frozen for up to 30 days.

Learn how to create your own charcuterie board with a hands-on lesson from Chell's Charcuterie. Cheeses, meats, fruits and all accompaniments will be available to teach you how to style your own beautiful charcuterie boards. Holiday Wreath Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large event, charcuterie boards are sure to impress. Perfect as a gift, addition to your party, or just for any reason you’d like! During this in-person event, you will get hands-on experience designing a wreath charcuterie board with a variety of meats, cheeses and fruit. Create a salami flower, kiwi star, provolone rose and more. Create the ultimate holiday design with sugar cranberries and rosemary. Michelle will guide you through the design process and provide simple tips and tricks to elevate your charcuterie skills. Included: 14" Bamboo Disposable Board | 4 Cheeses | 2 Meats |Fresh Fruit | Dry Fruit | Fresh Herbs | Crackers No alcohol is permitted. https://chellscharcuterie.com/

Making fresh, soft cheese at home is easy and fun! Learn the process and equipment needed to make mozzarella, lemon cheese, and coulommiers. Course fee includes the cost of supplies. This class will fulfill the prerequisite for Advanced Beginner's cheesemaking class.

Making fresh, soft cheese at home is easy and fun! Learn the process and equipment needed to make whole milk ricotta, mascarpone, and feta cheese. Course fee includes the cost of supplies. This course will fulfill the prerequisite for Advanced Beginner cheesemaking class.

Ready to take the next step in making cheese? In this class we will learn to make herbed Havarti and spice-rubbed Montasio. These cheeses involve some new techniques and will expand your knowledge of cheesemaking. Prerequisite: Student has already taken either the Mozzarella or the Feta class.

A Dong Supermarket is over 30,000 square feet of Chinatown in West Hartford, complete with hanging ducks, live fish, exotic produce and all the ingredients you need to cook Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai and Japanese. Prudence Sloane will guide you through this most extraordinary supermarket and give you expert advice on how to cook and use many of the products offered. All secrets will be revealed. Afterwards we feast on Vietnamese specialties at Pho Boston next door. We will meet at Cha Papi, next to A Dong's Supermarket, between 9:30 am and 10 am.Cha Papi is an Asian coffee shop with wonderful rice donuts and amazing coffee (not included on tour). Bring a sweater - the supermarket can get cold. Food allergies and dietary restrictions (shrimp, pork, chicken, beef) must be noted upon registering. Tour includes lunch, tax and gratuities. ~ Cash bar/beverages ~

Embark on a culinary journey that blends tradition, creativity, and the freshest ingredients. Join us as we dive into the art of sushi-making, honing your skills and crafting exquisite rolls that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or a curious beginner, our expert instructors will guide you through every step, sharing their secrets and techniques. Unleash your inner sushi chef and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience of flavors, textures, and cultural exploration. Get ready to roll and savor the essence of Japan right here in Connecticut! Students will make a California roll, and either a salmon or a tuna roll. All materials and food is provided.