Teaching Kitchen Education Dinner: Sparkling Mediterranean Exploration

Join us for a delightful evening at the 1440 Teaching Kitchen as we embark on a Mediterranean-inspired mindful eating journey! 🌿 Prepare to expand your culinary skills with an educational dinner class led by Chef Ryan Fillhardt, our Culinary Arts Education faculty member and certified wine sommelier.

This immersive experience will not only tantalize your taste buds with a seasonal tapas-style meal but also introduce you to our Food As Medicine nutrition philosophy. 🌞

Evening Highlights:

• Start at Joanie’s Garden to discover the healing properties of fresh herbs like rosemary, mint, and basil.
• Savor multi-course tapas that showcase the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, focusing on heart health, anti-inflammatory properties, and gut support.
• Recipes and pairing tips to inspire your home cooking journey.

What You'll Learn:

• Key health benefits and nutrients of the Mediterranean diet, including extra virgin olive oil, wine, and herbs.
• Low-intervention cooking techniques that preserve nutrient integrity.
• Creative food and wine pairings for enhanced enjoyment and nutrition.

Your participation supports our nonprofit mission, as proceeds from the event contribute to scholarships and volunteer services aimed at fostering well-being in our community. 💖

🗓️ Important Details:

• Price: $150 per person
• Includes plated dinner, sparkling wine pairings, and learning materials
• Non-alcoholic options available
• This is a 21 and over workshop.

Sample Menu:

• Welcome Glass of Sparkling
• Grilled Spanish Octopus with Charred Lemon & Black Garlic Aioli
• Salade Chèvre Chaud with Candied Walnuts
• Seared Scallop with Potato Latke & Crème Fraishe
• Tagliatelle al Ragù di Agnello with California Lamb
• Chocolate Crème Brulee with Seasonal Berries

Additional Notes:

• Email us at info@1440.org for dietary restrictions.
• Arrive early to explore our campus facilities.
• The event will be filmed/photo documented for promotional purposes.
• Cancellation policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event.

For further details, visit our Community Education Calendar. Join us for an unforgettable evening that combines culinary arts with holistic health! 🍷✨