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COOKING SCHOOL sCHEDULE
FEB 2019 - AUG 2019

THE Loft AT LONGO’S WESTON
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GET READY TO COOK LIKE A PRO - check out our cooking school classes. COOKING SCHOOL sCHEDULE - Longos.com
THE LOFT COOKING SCHOOL

WELCOME TO THE                                                     Adult Classes

LOFT AT LONGO’S                                                    TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                   Hungary for Mexican Food
                                                                   (Demonstration)
WESTON                                                             In this class, the author of Mexican Dinner Parties, Hendrik
                                                                   Varju, will wow you with his Mexican-Hungarian cooking
                                                                   experience. He’ll start you off with Salsa Verde made with
9200 Weston Rd., Woodbridge, Ontario                               tomatillos, white onion, jalapeños and cilantro, drizzled over
Phone: 905.850.6161                                                Huevos Rancheros (ranch-style eggs). The over-easy eggs and
Loft Coordinator: LoftWeston@Longos.com                            salsa are served on top of corn tortillas with Mexican chorizo
                                                                   and queso fresco. This will be followed by a hearty bowl
                                                                   of Hungarian Goulash with potatoes, carrots and beef. For
HOW TO REGISTER                                                    dessert, a delicious Hungarian Apple Cinnamon Strudel with
Registration is available online at Longos.com/Loft. You can       almost two dozen layers of filo pastry in every slice. Delicious!
also register for a class by visiting the Longo’s Personal Touch   $30
Services counter in-store. Space is limited so book early to
secure your spot.                                                  THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                   Bourbon Street Blues (Demonstration)
PAYMENT
Payment may be made online by major credit card or at the          It’s back in the Louisiana kitchen with Chef Jim Comishen as
store by cash, debit, major credit card or Longo’s Gift Card.      we go to the French Quarter and Bourbon Street for some
                                                                   great local southern fare. We’ll start with a robust bowl of Ham
REFUNDS                                                            and Smoked Sausage Gumbo, finished with jumbo shrimp and
Refunds are available up to 48 hours before the class begins,      brimming with okra. Next, we’ll fry up a golden and crisp Cajun
either online or at the store. Refunds will not be given for a     Fried Chicken Breast and serve it with the classic and spicy
missed class.                                                      Dirty Rice. For dessert, we’ll make a wonderful warm Apple
CANCELLATION                                                       and Pear Gallette and serve it with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone a class due             Let the Marti Gras begin. $35
to insufficient enrolment or other circumstances.                  TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
ALLERGIES                                                          Around the World in Tapas
The Loft is not an allergy- or peanut-free area.                   (Demonstration)
FOOD SAMPLING                                                      Eat dishes from around the world with these tasty tapas.
All classes include a sampling of the dishes prepared in           Chef Christopher Pires has chosen some of his favourite tapas
class to be enjoyed in the Loft and a copy of the recipes          recipes to prepare for you. From Italy, the simplicity of Italian
for you to take home. Food cannot be taken home unless             cooking will be brought to life with this recipe for Cannellini
specified in the class description.                                Beans and Pancetta. Next, you’ll go from Italy to Spain, the
                                                                   land of tapas, for a flavourful dish of Patatas Bravas. Then off
CLASS FORMAT                                                       to France, where you will enjoy a Pan Bagnat – just the way
Classes are demonstration or interactive format. Interactive       they serve it in the cafés and restaurants in Paris. Finish your
classes allow you to participate in the preparation of some        journey with a taste of home – Maple Bacon Butter Tarts. $30
aspects of one or more dishes with the chef and other
participants, or as indicated in the class description.            WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                   An Elegant Dinner Party
For birthday parties, private classes, corporate events or room
                                                                   (Demonstration)
rentals, contact the Loft Coordinator.
                                                                   Have you always wanted to host that dinner party that
For a list of other Loft locations and to view their programs,
                                                                   everyone raves about? Learn how to cook a three-course
visit: Longos.com/Loft.
                                                                   elaborate meal made easy by Chef Regan Byers. Vol-au-vents
                                                                   filled with a rustic Provençal Ratatouille will be followed by a
                                                                   Panko and Parmesan–Crusted Chicken Breast with Sauce aux
                                                                   Champignons and Wilted Spinach. Finally, the meal will end
                                                                   with a Citrus and Vanilla–Infused Crème Brûlée. $30

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                         TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Vegetarian Taco Tuesday (Interactive)                               Vegetarian Designer Main Course
Tacos from authentic taquerias have become the culinary rage        Super Salads (Demonstration)
in the GTA. Unfortunately, vegetarians have had a difficult time    Barley, sweet potatoes, chickpeas and lentils are essential
enjoying quality, meat-free tacos. Now vegetarians can enjoy        components that fuse well with a wide range of ingredients
the amazing flavours that traditionally come from south of the      and flavours from aromatic spices to fleshy fruits, nuts, chilies
border. Come prepared to roll up your sleeves and help create       and fresh herbs. Join Natural Foods Chef and Cookbook
this evening’s flavourful vegetarian Tacofest menu. Chef/           Author Nettie Cronish as we combine beans, grains, vegetables
Culinary Instructor and vegetarian John Bela will expertly          and fruits to prepare the best main course salads that are
guide you through the process of making tasty taco fillings that    delicious hot or cold and easy to prepare. The menu features
everyone can enjoy. You will quickly forget about the meat          Barley Tabbouleh with Roasted Red Peppers and Olives;
when you create and taste these amazing flavours. Our menu          Sweet Potato, Fennel and Apple Salad; Watermelon Salad with
will consist of Charred Asparagus Tacos with Creamy Adobo           Chickpeas, Feta and Mint; and Warm French Lentil and Baby
and Pickled Red Onions, Asada Mushroom Tacos with Lime-             Potato Salad. $30
Smashed Avocado and Cojita Cheese, Roasted Cauliflower
                                                                    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM
and Fried Haloumi Cheese Tacos with Spicy Avocado Basil
Salsa, Portobello Mushroom Tacos with Cabbage Lime Slaw             Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Citrilicious
and Cocoa-Chili Sauce, Signature Sweet Potato Tacos with            (Demonstration)
Chilies and Almond Salsa, and the best vegetarian Cremini           Let’s bring sunshine into the Loft! Join our Longo’s Loft team
Mushroom Lettuce Wrap Tacos. Make every day Vegetarian              members as they show you how fresh citrus fruits can add a
Taco Tuesday! $35                                                   zest of flavour to your meals. We’ll make Honey Lime Chicken
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM		                      with Citrus Salsa, Herbed Citrus Salad and Citrus Tarts. $18
Latin-Inspired Surf & Turf (Demonstration)                          WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM
The best of both worlds, steak and seafood. Join Toronto Chef       Gather, Cook & Eat Evening: Citrilicious
Angelo Di Nanno for this surf and turf class where we will use      (Demonstration)
classic techniques to transform these wonderful ingredients
                                                                    Let’s bring sunshine into the Loft! Join our Longo’s Loft team
into a modern Latin-inspired surf and turf feast. We will start
                                                                    members as they show you how fresh citrus fruits can add a
off with a spin on a classic Ceviche dish using only the freshest
                                                                    zest of flavour to your meals. We’ll make Honey Lime Chicken
fish and seafood. This will be accompanied with Charred Corn
                                                                    with Citrus Salsa, Herbed Citrus Salad and Citrus Tarts. $18
Salsa and Crispy Sweet Potatoes. We will learn the essentials
of how to cook the perfect Steak with a traditional Chimichurri     FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Sauce. What a better way to end this feast than with some           Foods of the Bahamas: Dining in Paradise
Crispy Fried Churros. This perfect Latin-inspired meal is           (Demonstration)
guaranteed to please your guests. $35
                                                                    Let Bahamian-born Chef and Author Raquel Fox take you on a
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                       gastronomical adventure as you dine on some of her favourite
All About Gluten: Gluten-Free Baking                                recipes from her newly released cookbook, Dining in Paradise.
(Interactive)                                                       You’ll be greeted with her sensational Vivacious Sunrise
                                                                    Cocktail, then sit back and relax as she demonstrates how to
Wellness Chef Linda Mauti has joined the bandwagon on
                                                                    make Island Crab Cakes Wrapped in Seaweed with Tamarind
gluten-free baking. As many of us are now concerned about
                                                                    Chutney; Bahama Rock Minced Lobster with Curried Rice
wheat and gluten, we find it difficult to indulge in delicious
                                                                    and Switcha (citrus) Root Vegetables followed by a legendary
baked goods that we all deserve. Jump in and get baking.
                                                                    Coconut Custard Pie. $30
With Linda’s recipes and instruction, you will be baking your
own wheat-free treats in no time. One of Linda’s favourites
is Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Pancakes with fresh apple
compote – even without regular flour, these pancakes are
fluffy and filled with tart apple chunks. We all need chocolate
cake. Linda’s recipe for a rich dark Chocolate Cake will be sure
to please and of course frosting is included. Linda believes
cookies should be a staple in everyone’s kitchen – why not
gluten free? You will make your own creative version of the
traditional Oatmeal Cookie, adding your own variation with
chocolate chips, ginger, raisins, nuts and seeds. $35

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MONDAY, MARCH 18, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM		                         FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Gather, Cook & Eat Evening: Seafood                                Umami: The Mysterious Fifth Taste
Extravaganza (Demonstration)                                       (Demonstration)
Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how            If you want to truly elevate the flavours of your dishes, you
easy it is to cook seafood and add it to your meals. We’ll make    need to understand the science behind umami. Though umami
Shrimp and Avocado Garlic Bread, Salmon Salad with Green           may seem to be the latest culinary buzzword, the umami taste
Tahini Dressing and Seafood-Stuffed Pasta Shells. A feast a        has been around for forever. The fifth taste is savoury, with the
fisherman will approve! $18                                        term umami meaning, “delicious taste” or “pleasant savoury
                                                                   taste.” Join Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela as he unravels
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM		                       the science behind umami, and how it can truly improve the
Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Seafood                                flavours of your dishes. The Chef will create a menu that is
Extravaganza (Demonstration)		                                     comprised of ingredients loaded with the umami taste. The
Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how            appetizer will be a Bruschetta Umami Bomb, comprised of
easy it is to cook seafood and add it to your meals. We’ll make    prosciutto, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, basil and parmesan
Shrimp and Avocado Garlic Bread, Salmon Salad with Green           cheese crisps with olive oil and aged balsamic on Ace Bakery
Tahini Dressing and Seafood-Stuffed Pasta Shells. A feast a        sun-dried tomato-basil crisps. The evening will continue
fisherman will approve! $18                                        with Wild Mushrooms in a Potato Shell with Caramelized
                                                                   Vegetable Jus, with the main entrée consisting of Vietnamese
THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                         Lemongrass Chicken with Sesame-Miso Spinach. Dessert is
California Dreaming - Dinner in                                    a tasting of Caramel-Miso Ice Cream. Unravel the mystery of
San Francisco (Demonstration)                                      Umami. $30
Chef Jim Comishen will take you down to the fisherman’s            TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
wharf of San Francisco and prepare a feast fit for king. We’ll
                                                                   A Night in IndiA (Demonstration)
start off with a “Boudin” Mini Stuffed Sourdough Bruschetta
Loaf followed by a classic Smoky Crab and Shrimp Chowder.          Chef Christopher Pires will treat you tonight to an Indian feast.
For the main course, Pacific Salmon with Scallop Newburg over      Your appetizer is Naan Bread with a Curried Chickpea Dip.
a bed of Creamy California Chardonnay Risotto. The taste of        Some heat, but not too much. The main is from the Keralan
San Fran right here at home. $35                                   coast – Fish Curry with Basmati Rice and Spicy Potatoes. Heat
                                                                   yes, but a cooling Mango Lassi will be served with the meal.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                          Finish off the class with Mango Kulfi for dessert. This filling
Rice & Pasta Traditions (Demonstration)                            Indian meal will satisfy everyone. $30
No time to cook, or don’t know what to cook? It’s no
                                                                   THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
coincidence that food traditions from around the world
feature rice or pasta. Whether you are a meat lover or a           Chocolate for Dinner (Demonstration)
vegetarian, rice and pasta dishes are versatile, easy to prepare   Calling all chocolate lovers! Be our guest, sit back and indulge
and satisfying. Join Culinary Expert Florence Kwok and             in this demonstration class with Chef and Author Raquel Fox
learn how to make tasty Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls,             where chocolate shines as the primary flavour for both savoury
One-Pot Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice, Meatless Pasta Sauce             and sweet courses. Enjoy Chèvre & Chocolate Stuffed Roasted
with Mushrooms, and Ramen Noodles with Beef and Leafy              Figs wrapped in Prosciutto, followed with Smoky-Mole Ropa
Vegetables. $30                                                    Vieja (shredded Cuban-style beef in a thick, rich Mexican
                                                                   savoury chocolate sauce) over Yellow Rice with Red Cabbage,
                                                                   then a decadent ending with a Chocolate & Raspberry
                                                                   Crème Brûlée. $30

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MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM		                            TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Mediterranean-Inspired Lamb                                          Gather, Cook & Eat Evening: Ribfest Sides
(Demonstration)                                                      (Demonstration)
Join Toronto Chef Angelo Di Nanno and learn how to cook              Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how
lamb like a pro. This class will focus on combining modern and       to create the ultimate rib feast. We’ll make Herb Potato Salad,
classic cooking methods necessary for preparing different lamb       Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw, and Bacon, Cheddar and Chive
dishes. We will start with Braised Lamb Meatballs, Homemade          Biscuits. The perfect sides to pair with fall-off-the-bone ribs!
Hummus, and a Cucumber and Tomato Salad. We will then                $18
move on to perfectly seared Lamb Chops, Herb-Roasted
Potatoes and Caramelized Figs with a Pomegranate Reduction.          WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM
These are the perfect lamb dishes to impress your guests this        Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Ribfest Sides
season. $35                                                          (Demonstration)
                                                                     Join our Longo’s Loft team members as they show you how
THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 – 6:00PM – 9:00PM
                                                                     to create the ultimate rib feast. We’ll make Herb Potato Salad,
Nonna’s Italian Cookies (Interactive)
                                                                     Sweet and Spicy Coleslaw, and Bacon, Cheddar and Chive
Everyone loves cookies, but have you ever wanted to learn            Biscuits. The perfect sides to pair with fall-off-the-bone ribs!
how to make some of the Italian classics? Come join us for a         $18
fun and interactive cookie class. Here you will learn from Italian
expert and Chef Sonia Dela Mora how to make Chocolate                THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Almond Biscotti, classic Amaretti, Ricotta Cookies and Nutella       Low-Cal Journey (Demonstration)
Sandwich Cookies. Bake, sample and take home your creations          After a weight loss of 160 lbs and being able to maintain it
to surprise your family. $45                                         for over eight years, Chef Linda Mauti would like to share her
                                                                     secrets and meal plans to get you kick started with your own
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                     weight loss journey. We’ll start with the six-day meal plan, the
Mexican Flank Steak Taco Party
                                                                     absolute key to Linda’s success. The easy, quick recipes are
(Demonstration)		                                                    high in protein and rich in fibre, and sure to curb cravings so
Hendrik Varju is the author of Mexican Dinner Parties, and in        you never feel hungry. It’s a six-day plan because everyone
this class, he’ll show you how to make the most iconic Mexican       deserves a cheat day. Linda will demonstrate how to organize
dish in the world — the taco. He’ll demonstrate the art of the       and prepare your six-day meal plan to help you through your
reverse sear, cooking flank steak to medium-rare perfection          journey, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and tips. You
and then serving it in 100% corn tortillas with orange-infused       will leave this class feeling motivated and ready to rock your
chipotle crema and a red cabbage and lime juice slaw. Before         new life. Recipes include Delicious Breakfast Muesli to Go,
you devour these delicious tacos, Hendrik will serve you a           the current and ever-popular lunch Salad Bowl full of crunchy
traditional Tomato Pico de Gallo with freshly fried tortilla chips   fresh veggies, seeds and lean proteins, and Linda’s favourite,
and “Frijoles Borrachos,” tender cooked pinto beans with             Avocado Hemp Crusted Salmon served with Lemony Romaine
tequila and bacon. For dessert, a delicious Coconut Custard          Salad. And who doesn’t love snacks? This one will be a sweet
with butter and sliced almonds. $30                                  and savoury blend of nuts, seeds, mango and coconut. $30
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                           FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Food My Father Loves (Demonstration)                                 Cooking for the Boys (Demonstration)
This class will feature hearty favourites made easy by Chef          Sometimes a man needs to keep things simple, and good old
Regan Byers straight from her family restaurant’s recipes. The       meat and potatoes and beer is, at times, just what the doctor
Hobby Horse Arms in Uxbridge has been running as the Byers’          ordered. Join Chef Jim Comishen as we go to town with the
family restaurant for 25 years. The menu will begin with French      boys (girls welcome too) for a pub night out. We’ll start with
Onion Soup followed by German Schnitzel with Red Cabbage             a bowl of homemade Texas Chili and Ale, glazed with four
and Garlic Mashed Potatoes and finish with traditional Sticky        cheeses and served in a crock pot. For the main, Guinness
Toffee Pudding with Treacle. $30                                     Slow-Braised Lamb Shanks with Pan Sauce over a bed of fluffy
                                                                     Manly Mash. If you still have room dessert, there’ll be Bananas
                                                                     Foster Flambé with Rum and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. People
                                                                     of the world unite and join us for this special evening. $35

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MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2019 – 12:00PM – 2:00PM		                           TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Elegant “BrunchfAst” Offerings                                        The Spanish Tapas Platter by Duero
(Interactive)                                                         (Demonstration)
A great brunch is the perfect (maybe the only) reason to              The finest Spanish fare is now more accessible than ever at
get out of bed on the weekend! To many people, brunch is              Longo’s! This class will teach you how to shop the Longo’s
a ritual that deserves to be celebrated on a regular basis. It        cheese counter and make the best looking (and tasting)
should be an indulgent wake-up call with a decadent menu.             Spanish tapas platter your friends and family have ever seen
In this class, Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela will take the       outside of Spain! Attendees will learn the origin of tapas, some
“bland and boring” out of your brunch routine with an upscale         essential tips and tricks to building a beautiful platter and
reconstruction of this common weekend meal. Under his                 some interesting facts about Duero’s and Ines Rosales’ amazing
expert guidance, you will prepare Brunchfast dishes that are          line of products. Class concludes with everyone putting their
guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Your lavish            knowledge to use by building their very own tapas platter to
Brunchfast menu features White Chocolate and Blueberry                take home, complete with speciality cheeses, authentic deli
Pancakes with Blueberry Maple Sauce, an Italian Breakfast             meats, Valencia almonds, quince paste and traditional tortas,
“Panzanola,” which is a combination of a sweetened bread              all imported from Spain. You’ll get to keep the wood board too!
salad and granola in a brown butter sauce with mixed berries,         This class is perfectly suitable for cooks of all levels and food
a Brunch Pizza with Smoked Salmon, Scrambled Eggs and                 enthusiasts alike. Looking forward to cooking with you!
Fontina Cheese, and the Chef’s signature Savoury Beef                 Buen provecho! $25
“Cinnamon Rolls.” They are a must for any Brunchfast lover!
                                                                      WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Bacon, Cheddar/Swiss Cheese Breakfast Muffins will end our
lovely Brunchfast journey. The only thing missing is a glass of       A Taste of the Philippines (Demonstration)
champagne! $35                                                        You may not be as familiar with Filipino food as you may be
                                                                      with Chinese or Thai food, but food enthusiasts the world
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                      over fall in love with this delicious cuisine when given the
Quinoa Evolution (Demonstration)                                      opportunity to try it. Join Culinary Expert Florence Kwok for
If you already cook with this versatile grain, this class will take   a taste of the Philippines with a menu that includes a classic
you to a whole new culinary level. Join Natural Foods Chef            adobo dish made with chicken (any Filipino party or function
and Cookbook Author Nettie Cronish as we use three kinds              wouldn’t be complete without an adobo dish), Pancit Canton
of quinoa (tan, Inca red and black) along with an introduction        Noodles with Pork and Shrimp, Sinugno (grilled fish in coconut
to baking with quinoa flour. Sweet and savoury, these recipes         milk), and Bibingka Cake with Cream Cheese, a favourite
address numerous health and lifestyle concerns. Benefit from          Filipino dessert. $30
quinoa’s amazing nutrition without compromising flavour in
                                                                      THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM
these delicious dishes: Quinoa-Cheddar Casserole with Leafy
Greens, Artichoke Hearts and Fresh Basil; Inca Red Quinoa             Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Mother’s Day
Chili with Eggplant and Celery; Quinoa with Mixed Berry Hot           Puff Pastries (Demonstration)
Cereal and Chai-Spiced Honey; and Cranberry Walnut Quinoa             What better way to show your mom that you love her than
Granola Squares. $30                                                  by making a home-cooked meal? Our Loft team members
                                                                      will show easy and delicious ways to use puff pastry for sweet
MONDAY, MAY 6, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                      and savoury treats: Mini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tarts,
Around the World in Tapas II                                          Individual Chicken Pot Pies and Mini Apple and Brie Bites.
(Demonstration)                                                       Perfect additions to lunch for mom! $18
In the second half of our worldly tapas trip, Chef Christopher        THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Pires will start you off with some inspiration from his recent
                                                                      Gather, Cook & Eat Evening: Mother’s Day
trip to Portugal – Salt Cod Chips – so addictive and no
                                                                      Puff Pastries (Demonstration)
overnight soaking required for this treat. From Uruguay,
Chili-Garlic Shrimp – a little heat, a little garlic – so good!       What better way to show your mom that you love her than
Meatballs – not necessarily Italian, in a tasty white sauce –         by making a home-cooked meal? Our Loft team members
really! And we’ll finish off our evening with Portuguese              will show easy and delicious ways to use puff pastry for sweet
Egg Tarts. $30                                                        and savoury treats: Mini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tarts,
                                                                      Individual Chicken Pot Pies and Mini Apple and Brie Bites.
                                                                      Perfect additions to lunch for mom! $18

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FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                                 FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Have your Cake and Eat it Too                                          Vegetarian/Vegan Power Bowls
(Interactive)                                                          (Interactive)
Yes, sweets can be included in a nutritious diet. Attend this          Power bowls are the newest nutritional trend, and for good
hands-on baking class with Pastry Chef Jennifer McConnell              reason. These versatile dishes are all about macronutrients
featuring Mocha Fudge Brownies, Creamy Key Lime                        and are packed with whole, nutrient-dense foods that are
Cheesecake, Carrot Cake with Coconut Frosting and her                  filling, satisfying and free of empty calories and refined food.
favourite Pineapple Sorbet. With a few easy tricks, you too            The best part is that power bowls can be mixed and matched
can learn to turn your favourite recipes into something just           and combined to create delicious meals that provide extensive
a little healthier. Let’s eat cake! $30                                health benefits. Join Chef/Culinary Instructor John Bela as
                                                                       we delve into the world of power bowls. This evening, you
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2019 – 6:30PM - 8:30PM                              will create an assortment of vegetarian/vegan power bowls
Limitless Peruvian Flavours                                            to satisfy any food lover. Chef John will guide you in creating
(Demonstration)                                                        Red Thai Curry and Coconut Roasted Mushrooms Power Bowl
Discover flavours from the World’s Leading Culinary Destination        with pickled vegetables and quinoa; Mediterranean Power
with Chef Guillermo Russo. In this class, Chef Guillermo will          Bowl with whole wheat couscous, roasted eggplant, zucchini,
demonstrate many delicious reasons why Peru has topped one             roasted red peppers, cucumbers, kalamata olives and feta
of the most coveted titles seven years in a row. The country’s         cheese with a red wine vinaigrette; Korean Mushroom and
diversity, both geographically and culturally, has influenced the      Tofu Bulgogi Bibimbap with spinach, kale and quinoa; Tex-Mex
gastronomy by blending distinct flavours from the Amazon, the          Instant Pot Lentil and Brown Rice Protein Bowl with salsa,
Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean with that of immigrants          cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, avocado and tortilla
from China, Japan and Europe. This culinary journey will start         triangles; and Roasted Cauliflower and Caramelized Onion
off with Peruvian Beef Empanadas finished with traditional             Power Bowl with freekeh, mint, toasted almonds, pine nuts
garnishes to contrast the savouriness. Then, on to a Mushroom          and raisins. Nutritious and delicious! $35
& Artichoke Ceviche coated with a powerful lime marinade
                                                                       WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
and mixed with the freshest ingredients. Lastly, you will see
                                                                       The Sauce Makes the Difference
(and taste) the Peruvian-Chinese love affair in Lomo Saltado,
a comforting beef dish with onions, peppers and tomatoes               (Demonstration)
covered in a rich soy glaze and served alongside rice and fries.       How do we change up our staple proteins, chicken, pork and
You won’t want to miss out on this food tour kindly sponsored          beef, into new dishes for our families? A sauce makes all the
by MOSO Catering & Events (www.mosocatering.com) and the               difference and is easy to add to any protein to add variety to
Trade Office of Peru OCEX Toronto. $25                                 your weekly meals. This evening, Chef Regan Byers will explain
                                                                       the five French Mother Sauces and their derivatives. She will
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM		                             also cover other sauce styles and show you how easy it is to
Authentic Mexican Favourites with a                                    sauce up your life. Start with a Green Goddess Dressing while
Hungarian Finish (Demonstration)                                       discussing other green sauces like chimichurri, salsa verde,
Hendrik Varju, the author of Mexican Dinner Parties, brings            pesto and green chutney. This will be followed by a Roasted
his Mexican-Hungarian background into this class with three            Garlic and Roasted Onion Aioli with artisanal bread to dip
Mexican favourites followed by a delicious Hungarian dessert.          and taste. Next will be a favourite: Cream Sauce with three
We’ll start off with Chicken Tostadas, crisp fried corn tortillas      different easy flavours served on top of vegetables. Don’t
topped with delicious chicken, lettuce, cilantro, salsa and            forget the meat! We will watch Chef Regan create a Green
queso fresco. The main course will be Chicken Enchiladas. The          Peppercorn Pan Sauce with juicy slices of striploin and, for
“quick fried” tortillas are rolled with the filling inside and then    dessert, an Italian Whipped Zabaglione over fresh berries.
drizzled with an earthy enchilada sauce made with dried ancho          There is so much in this class, you won’t want to miss it! $30
and quajillo peppers. They’ll be served with the most amazing
“Arroz Rojo” (red rice) you’ve ever had. We’ll finish off the meal
with a Hungarian Apple Cinnamon Cake with Vanilla Bean Ice
Cream. $30
THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Japanese Dessert (Demonstration)
Try the latest dessert trend. Light, fluffy and airy, it’s no wonder
Japanese desserts are so popular. Join Chef Elena Law as she
shows you how to make these delectable desserts at home
to share with your family and friends: Japanese Strawberry
Shortcake, Japanese Soufflé Pancake with Whipped Cream
and Fruit, and Light Japanese Cheesecake. $30

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THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                                 THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Dinnertime Made Easy (Demonstration)                                     Modern Italian: Homemade Pasta
What’s for dinner? Jazz up dinnertime with this easy-to-prepare          (Interactive)
menu. Join Chef Sonia Dela Mora as she makes Miami Short Ribs            Learn how to elevate traditional homemade pasta with unique
with a Chili Soy Marinade and Oven-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes,          and modern techniques. This interactive class will teach you
Orecchiette with Rapini and Sausage, and a simple Orange Olive           how to take a classic dish and bring it up to a restaurant-style
Oil Cake that’s perfect any night. $30                                   standard. Join Toronto Chef Angelo Di Nanno as he guides you
                                                                         through the fundamentals of the modern Italian kitchen. Learn
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                               step by step how to prepare homemade linguine from scratch for
Fashionable Feast (Demonstration)                                        a modern take on Linguine alle Vongole (pasta with clams). Along
Style doesn’t mean expensive! Let Chef Christopher Pires show            with the pasta, we will also prepare Mushroom and Goat Cheese
you how to create a delicious and stylish meal. This is ramped           Bruschetta, and Fried Tomato Caprese Salad. This is the perfect
up comfort food. Squash and Risotto Tart – a simple crust and a          menu to impress your friends and family. NOTE: This class will
flavourful filling, that’s what this tart is all about. Following this   only run with a minimum 8 attendees. $35
appetizer, our main course will be Chicken Roulade. If you haven’t
                                                                         TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
eaten this, you must have seen pictures of this simple, yet stylish,
fillet of chicken wrapped around perfectly cooked vegetables.            Old-Time Soda Fountain (Interactive)
This is accompanied by Jewelled Rice and some simply dressed             Step back in time in this nostalgic hand-on class with Pastry Chef
Grilled Peppers. For dessert, your new favourite dessert to eat          Jennifer McConnell. During the evening we will make handcrafted
(and make), Apple Sharlotka. $30                                         sodas beautifully packaged for home. Which will become your
                                                                         favourite – old-fashioned ginger ale, spicy “cola,” pink grapefruit
THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
                                                                         and hibiscus, or perhaps wild blueberry and lavender? We will
Building a Beautiful Cheese Platter:
                                                                         finish off the night with old-fashioned floats and egg creams. $30
Appetizer vs. Dessert (Demonstration)
A beautiful cheese platter can have two distinct outfits: savoury        WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM
or sweet. One to start the meal, or one to bring it to a close.          Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Strawberryfest
In this class, you will learn the subtle art of balancing flavours       (Demonstration)
and textures to create a photo-worthy cheese platter to share            Strawberries are not just a great addition to dessert.
with friends and family this upcoming holiday season. Take a             These berries can also add a sweet touch to your main course.
trip with us down to the Longo’s cheese counter where you’ll             Join our Loft team members as they show you how you can
find the essentials: a beautiful selection of cheeses from all           incorporate fresh strawberries into your meals: Strawberry
over the world. You will also learn some valuable tips from              Scones, Balsamic Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese,
how to effectively cut a wedge of cheese, to how to pair it with         Strawberry, Basil and Avocado Chicken and Classic Strawberry
appropriate garnishes, down to how to wrap up the leftovers.
                                                                         Shortcake. You’ll be berry excited to try these recipes! $18
Then you will put your knowledge to use by creating a cheese
platter of your own to take home, complete with savoury or sweet         WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM
garnishes and a wood board (that you get to keep!). This class           Gather, Cook & Eat Evening: Strawberryfest
is perfectly suitable for cooks of all levels and food enthusiasts       (Demonstration)
alike. Looking forward to cooking with you! $25
                                                                         Strawberries are not just a great addition to dessert.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2019 – 6:30PM - 8:30PM                               These berries can also add a sweet touch to your main course.
                                                                         Join our Loft team members as they show you how you can
Build a Beautiful British Cheese Board
                                                                         incorporate fresh strawberries into your meals: Strawberry
(Demonstration)
                                                                         Scones, Balsamic Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese,
The art of cheese-making is just as rich in the United Kingdom           Strawberry, Basil and Avocado Chicken and Classic Strawberry
as it is throughout the rest of Europe. In this class, we will           Shortcake. You’ll be berry excited to try these recipes! $18
explore the different varieties of British cheeses that go beyond
traditional cheddar and delve into the Oak Manor brand’s unique          THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
and delicious offerings. In addition to learning tips, tricks and        Seafood Party Apps (Demonstration)
cutting techniques, you’ll create your own beautiful cheese              Planning on entertaining guests? Then this is the class for you!
arrangement on a wood board to take home and enjoy. This class           Join Toronto Chef Angelo Di Nanno as he guides you through
is suitable for cooks and food enthusiasts of all levels. Cheerio!       preparing these seafood party dishes that your guests will never
$25                                                                      forget. Start off by learning how to properly shuck oysters to
                                                                         serve on the half shell. We will then be preparing Seared Scallops
                                                                         with an Avocado Purée and Citrus Salad. Next, we will make
                                                                         Crispy Crab Cakes with Mango Salsa and Hollandaise Sauce.
                                                                         These dishes are sure to be party pleasers. $35

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Easy Baking (Interactive)
                                                                      TeeN Classes
                                                                      6:00pm–8:00pm
If you are looking for something to bring to a potluck, Culinary
Expert Florence Kwok suggests a savoury tart or pie as a              Teens are invited to join our Loft team members in these
starter, or a cake for the end of a perfect meal. Any way you         interactive cooking classes, where they will work with seasonal
slice it, these easy to make favourites will never go out of style.   ingredients to make teen-friendly meals. Teens will develop
So, grab your apron, roll up your sleeves and let’s get baking.       their food preparation and cooking techniques while eating the
The menu tonight includes Tomato and Mozzarella Tarts,                food they make. They will explore their inner chef and have fun
Sausage Pie, Yogourt Apple Cake and Flourless Almond Cake.            with other teens making tasty and memorable recipes together.
$35                                                                   $15 per teen per class.
THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                              MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2019
An Irish Feast (Demonstration)                                        HOT POTATO
The luck of the Irish will be with Chef Jim Comishen as he            Ham and Potato Soup
prepares an authentic Emerald Island feast for the whole              Tornado Sweet Potatoes
family to enjoy. We’ll start with some fresh homemade flaky           Brown Butter and Sage Homemade Pierogis
Buttermilk and Irish Cheddar Biscuits, followed by a wonderful        Potato and Pea Stuffed Samosas
and light Irish Skink Soup (a traditional broth and vegetable
soup). For the main course, classic Lamb and Guinness Stew            MONDAY, MARCH 25, 2019
served over a bed of Creamy Champ Potatoes. We’ll finish off          ASIAN FLARE
this traditional feast with a Bread Pudding flavoured with Irish      Wonton Soup
Whisky and Custard Sauce. $35                                         Vegetable Fried Rice
                                                                      Vegetable Egg Rolls
SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM                            Sweet and Sour Chicken
Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: Shrimpfest
(Demonstration)                                                       MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2019
Join our Loft team members as they show you easy and                  FEEDING FOR FUEL
delicious ways to incorporate shrimp into your meals this             No-Bake Sunflower Energy Bites
summer. We’ll make three delicious dishes for you to enjoy:           Green Warrior Protein Smoothie
Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Salsa, Shrimp Avocado Salad           Buddha Bowl
and Siracha Peach Shrimp Skewers. $18                                 Forge-Your-Own-Trail Mix

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2019 – 6:30PM – 8:30PM                             MONDAY, MAY 27, 2019
Instant Pot Cooking (Demonstration)                                   TACOS EVERY DAY
                                                                      Taco Soup
The versatile multi-cooker is all the rage in today’s home
                                                                      Make Your Own Taco Bar
kitchens. It’s a single appliance that does the job of seven
                                                                      Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Tacos
different kitchen appliances and tools. It’s a slow cooker,
electric pressure cooker, rice cooker, steamer, yogourt maker,
sauté/browning pan and warming pot. This evening, Chef/
Culinary Instructor John Bela will demonstrate the versatility
of this interesting culinary marvel by showing you the diversity
of its functions. He’ll create many dishes including Chinese
Lemon-Honey Chicken, Southwestern Vegetarian Lentils
and Brown Rice with Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheeses,
Chicken Noodle Soup, Beef Brisket Sliders with Caramelized
Onions, and Chocolate Brownies with Peanut Butter Centres.
Join the Instant Pot Revolution. $30
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019 – 12:15PM – 1:45PM
Gather, Cook & Eat Daytime: BlueberryFest
(Demonstration)
Are you looking for ideas on how you can use your fresh
blueberries from Longo’s? Join our Loft team members as
they show you how these little berries can add big flavour:
Blueberry Dijon Chicken, Blueberry Romaine Salad and
Rhubarb Blueberry Crumble. $18

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Parent & Child Classes                                           Parent & Toddler Classes
11:30am–1:00pm                                                   10:00am–11:30am
Cooking is the perfect way to spend a special Saturday morning   Spend some quality time with your little one, while we combine
together. Children ages 4 to 10 can attend with a parent,        food and fun. Children ages 1 to 3 can attend with a parent,
grandparent or other loved one. Learn new recipes and eat        grandparent or other loved one. Introduce your tot to the
delicious food, while spending quality time together.            world of food, making and eating simple and delicious toddler-
$20 per adult per class (accompanied by one child).              friendly recipes you’ll both enjoy. $15 per adult per class
                                                                 (accompanied by one toddler).
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2019
FINGER FOODS                                                     WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Sloppy Joe Sliders                                               SOUP & SAMMY
Mini Quiche                                                      Sweet Corn Vegetable Soup
Sugar Cookie S’mores Tacos                                       Baked Grilled Cheese
                                                                 Easy Chocolate Croissants
SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2019
INDOOR PICNIC                                                    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 2019
Lil’ Doggies                                                     CHOPSTICKS
Campfire Trail Mix                                               Vegetable Egg Rolls
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes                                          Vegetable Fried Rice
                                                                 Sweet and Sour Chicken Nuggets
SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2019
FIRECRACKER FIESTA                                               WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2019
Cheesy Taco-Filled Breadsticks                                   PRETEND PICNIC
Chicken Fajita Soup                                              Ants on a Log
Tortilla Dessert Cups                                            Pita Pocket Sandwiches
                                                                 Easy Homemade Chocolate Chip Muffins
SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019
LET’S GET SAUCY                                                  WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2019
Saucy Chicken Fingers                                            TACOS FOR TOTS
Roasted Cauliflower in Cheese Sauce                              Crunchy Taco Cups
Caramel Sauce with Apples and Pretzels                           Soft Taco Bar
                                                                 Churro Cupcakes

                                                                 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2019
                                                                 BERRYLICIOUS
                                                                 Blackberry and Banana Smoothie
                                                                 Blueberry Vanilla Greek Yogourt Granola Bars
                                                                 Berry Tiramisu

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CREATIVE KIDS’ CLASSES                                              P.A. Day Cooking Camp
11:00AM–12:30PM                                                     10:00AM–1:00PM
Kids get to use their creativity in these fun classes filled with   What better way for your child to spend a P.A. Day than cooking
learning and laughing, while celebrating seasonal holidays and      with us in the Loft! Your child will learn the skills to create dishes,
events. When finished, they get to show off and enjoy their         while learning the basics in order to be comfortable in the kitchen
creations. For kids ages 6 to 12. $15 per child per class.          and have fun. For kids ages 6 to 12. $25 per child per class.
All classes are children drop off.                                  All classes are children drop off. Lunch is included daily.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2019                                          FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2019
VALENTINE’S DAY                                                     SAY CHEESE
Heart-Shaped Pizza                                                  Cheddar, Bacon and Garlic Monkey Bread
Valentine’s Day Bark                                                Grilled Cheese Roll-Ups with Homemade Tomato Soup
Red Velvet Brownies                                                 Macaroni and Cheese Bombs
Valentine’s Cookie Grams                                            Cheesy Dog Wraps

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2019                                            MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2019
TREATS WITH LINDT                                                   ALL IN A CUP
Lindor Egg Pops                                                     Taco Cups
Jelly Bean Easter Bark                                              Pizza Cups
Lindt Chocolate Easter Nests                                        Loaded Tater Tot Cups
Marbled Easter Egg Sugar Cut-Out Cookie                             Apple Pie Cups

SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019
MOTHER’S DAY FLOWER CUPCAKES
A sweet gift that’s made with love (and frosting)! Join us as we
decorate cupcakes just for mom. All children will get their very
own cupcakes to decorate as flowers or whatever direction their
imagination takes them. We will wrap each child’s cupcakes for
them to take home and give to mom to enjoy.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 2019
FATHER’S DAY RICE KRISPIES TIE
Rice Krispies treats are always a win, but today we’ll dress them
up to make them extra special. Join us and have fun making and
decorating your very own edible ties using Rice Krispies treats.
Dad will know they were made just for him!

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MARCH BREAK COOKING                                              SUMMER COOKING CAMP
CAMP                                                             10:00AM–1:00PM
10:00AM–1:00PM                                                   Do your kids love spending time in the kitchen? We will teach
Calling all junior chefs! Give your child a head start in the    them the basics they will need to work comfortably in the
kitchen this March Break. Kids will learn how food is prepared   kitchen. Kids will have fun working together as a team and
and have fun developing kitchen skills and working together as   enjoying the food they help create. For kids ages 6 and up.
a team. For kids ages 6 and up. $25 per child per class.         $25 per child per class. All classes are children drop off.
All classes are children drop off. Lunch is included daily.      Lunch is included daily.

MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2019                                           Weekly Theme: Celebration of Nations
MADE IN ITALY
                                                                 MONDAY, JULY 8, 2019
Baked Calzones
Baked Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni                             GREEK
Caprese Salad Skewers                                            Greek Salad (Horiatiki)
Cannoli Dip                                                      Chicken Souvlaki
                                                                 Tzatziki
TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2019                                          Mini Baklava
FUN IN A MUFFIN TIN
Breakfast Granola Cups                                           TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2019
Caesar Salad Parmesan Cups                                       ITALIAN
Cheeseburger Tater Tot Cups                                      Bruschetta
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Muffins                           Pasta Salad
                                                                 Healthy Chicken Parmesan
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2019
                                                                 Zeppole
FOOD ON THE GO
                                                                 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2019
Mini Oatmeal Bites
No-Bake Cereal Bar Squares                                       ASIAN
Hand-Held Chicken Pot Pies                                       Chicken Fried Rice
Lasagna Cups to Go                                               Asian Noodle Salad
                                                                 Chicken Stir-Fry
THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2019                                         Thai-Fried Bananas
BARS & SQUARES
S’mores Bars                                                     THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2019
Cookies and Cream Brownie Cheesecake Bars                        CANADIAN
Blueberry Crumb Bars                                             Poutine
Maple Butter Brownies                                            Baked Chicken Tenders with Donair Sauce
                                                                 Butter Tarts
FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2019
                                                                 Canadian Moose Cupcakes
LUCK OF THE IRISH
Irish Soda Bread Muffins                                         FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2019
Shepherd’s Pie
                                                                 MEXICAN
Shamrock Shake
                                                                 Guacamole
Irish Apple Cake
                                                                 Chicken Tacos
                                                                 Ham and Cheese Empanadas
                                                                 Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon-Sugar Chips
                                                                 Apple Pie Tacos

                                                                 Weekly Theme: Sweet and Savoury Baking

                                                                 MONDAY, JULY 15, 2019
                                                                 ALL IN A PUFF! (PASTRY)
                                                                 Sausage Rolls
                                                                 Mini Chicken Pot Pies
                                                                 Rosemary Parmesan Ribbons
                                                                 Raspberry Flakies

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TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019                              FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2019
THREE MEALS OF MUFFINS!                             CAMPING
Scrambled Egg Muffins                               Chicken and Veggie Kabobs
Corn Dog Muffins                                    Campfire Foil Potatoes
Pull-Apart Pizza Muffins                            S’mores
Chocolate-Filled Banana Muffins                     Campfire Cupcakes

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2019                            Weekly Theme: Make Believe
BARS
No-Fuss Foccacia                                    MONDAY, JULY 29, 2019
Veggie Pizza Snack Bars                             PIRATES & PRINCESSES
No-Bake Granola Bars Four Ways                      Chicken Daggers
Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars                           Polly Want a Cracker?
                                                    Duchess Potatoes
THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2019                             Snow White Apple Bites
Crêpes AND PANCAKES
Easy Potato Pancakes                                TUESDAY, JULY 30, 2019
Bacon Pancake Dippers                               DRAGONS & UNICORNS
Ham and Cheese Crêpes                               Sweet Pepper Flames and Unicorn Dip
Chocolate Crêpes                                    Deviled Dragon Eggs
                                                    Dragon Noodles with Chicken
FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2019                               Rainbow Unicorn Cookies
PIZZA PIES
Granola Breakfast Pizza                             WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 2019
Quick and Easy Bagel Pizzas                         OUT OF THIS WORLD
Bubble Up Pizza                                     Rocket Dogs
Chocolate Brownie Pizza                             Meatballs from Mars
                                                    Veggies from Venus
Weekly Theme: Summer Fun Activities                 Moon Rock Doughnut Holes

MONDAY, JULY 22, 2019                               THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2019
CARNIVAL                                            MAGICAL KINGDOMS
Homemade Corn Dogs                                  Simba’s Veggies and Hummus
Panko-Fried Pickle Chips                            Piglet in a Blanket
Soft Pretzels with Cheese Dip                       Mickey Mouse Pizza
Funnel Cake Cupcakes                                Magic Cookie Bars

TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019                              FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2019
ROAD TRIP                                           WITCHES & WARLOCKS
Mini Carrot Corn Muffins                            Quidditch Player’s Pie
Cheese and Bacon Hash Brown Muffins                 Golden Snitch Cheese Balls
Make Your Own Trail Mix                             Frozen Butter Beer
Cinnamon Apple Chips                                Pumpkin Pasties
Chocolate Pretzel Rods
                                                    Weekly Theme: Sound of Music
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 2019
HAVE A BALL                                         MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2019
Chili Cheese Dogs                                   DISCO DANCE
Nachos and Queso Sauce                              Disco Ball Meatballs
Cauliflower Poutine                                 Boogie Oogie Burgers
Root Beer Floats                                    Saturday Night Salsa and Chips
No-Nut Butter Popcorn Balls                         Microphone Cake Pops

THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2019                             TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2019
SPLISH SPLASH                                       POP MUSIC
Homemade Mini Slider Burgers                        Taco Pop Tarts
Individual Seven-Layer Dip                          Sweet and Salty Popcorn Balls
Summertime Pasta Salad                              Pop Rocks
Splish Splash Sugar Cookies                         No-Bake Cheesecake Cookie Pops

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2019
COUNTRY
Nashville Nachos with Queso
Gold Nugget Dinner Rolls
Cowboy Spaghetti
Haystack No-Bake Cookies

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019
ROCK AND ROLL
Turkey Vegetable Roll Ups
Elvis’s Macaroni and Cheese
Jammin’ Jam Cookies
No-Bake Rocky Road Bars

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2019
MARCHING BAND
Step to the Beat Turkey Burgers
Percussion Potato Skins
Melody Munch Mix
Bass Drum Blondies

Weekly Theme: Eating Through the Eras

MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2019
THE 50s
Chocolate Strawberry Milkshakes
Sliders
Sweet Potato Fries
Popcorn Balls

TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019
THE 60s
Onion Soup Dip with Veggies
Grape Jelly Meatballs
Pigs in a Blanket
Grasshopper Pie

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2019
THE 70s
Cheese Fondue
Individual Quiche
Pineapple Chicken
Tie-Dye Cupcakes

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2019
THE 80s
Spinach Dip in Bread Bowl
Seven-Layer Dip
Sloppy Joes
Neon Scribble Brownies

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2019
THE 90s
Pizza Bagels
Chicken Caesar Salad
Pudding ‘Dirt’ Cups

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

                                   Team Building
   Whether 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 Space
      Not-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 Kids
  Do 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 Longos.com/Loft.

TO BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT AT THE LOFT, CONTACT THE LOFT COORDINATOR.

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