St. Louis Park Community Education

Want to make bread with great flavor and texture? Surprise family and friends with fabulous, delicious home-made artisan breads! Learn to makesavory, healthy loaves in less than 5 minutes using dough that you mix in minutes (no kneading required) and store in your refrigerator for up to two weeks. Sample several breads in class, mix up a batch of dough to take home and receive recipes for several artisan bread options. Bring a 4 quart mixing bowl with cover, a set of measuring cups and spoons, and a large wooden spoon to class. Demonstration, hands-on and tasting - You will leave class with a batch of bread dough and a warm loaf of bread that you make and bake in class. An $8 material fee is payable to instructor at class.

We begin with the preparation of delicious egg rolls stuffed with pork, shrimp and vegetables served with both hot mustard and sweet and sour sauce for dipping. You'll then learn to make fried rice using vegetables, eggs, sprouts, chicken and shrimp. We'll finish with Crème Brulee, rich, creamy custard baked with a crusty caramel glaze. All materials included in registration price.

This class will provide an introduction to Ayurveda and the concept of doshas. We will make two to three simple recipes together, while discussing additional recipes and fast and easy Ayurvedic meals for the entire family. We'll also learn skills like chopping vegetables the Ayurvedic way along the energy lines. All materials included in class fee.

Learn the basics to decorating beautiful cakes and desserts in 3 easy sessions. Nancy will show you the "tricks of the trade" and before long you will be making your own treats for family, friends and co-workers. Nancy has taught over 16,000 students in her teaching career and would like to have the opportunity to work with you! On the third night of class you will go home with a beautifully decorated cake! A $25 supply fee for kit paid to instructor on first night of class.

You'll be preparing chicken, cacciatore style, sautéed in olive oil with garlic, red onion, mushrooms and capers in a delightful marinara sauce. Also, classic garlic mashed potatoes paired with tender green beans tossed in olive oil with fresh squeezed lemon juice. We'll finish with Crème Brulee, rich, creamy custard baked with a crusty caramel glaze. All materials included in registration price.

Looking for a new lunch spot? Check out the Lenox Kitchen on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:30am-1pm (no lunch August 29, 30, September 5, 12 and November 22). Chef, Julio Margalli, will be cooking up Mexican and American dishes to delight your taste buds! Cash or credit card accepted.

You'll begin by preparing traditional manicotti stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan cheese then baked in a delectable marinara sauce. Next, you'll prepare classic Italian style bruschetta topped with a relish of fresh basil, roma tomatoes, sweet red onion, garlic and olive oil. We'll finish with Crème Brulee, rich, creamy custard baked with a crusty caramel glaze. All materials included in registration price. 

You’ll begin class by making your very own Vietnamese summer rolls served with both hoisin and peanut dipping sauce. You'll then prepare Pad Thai blending the vibrant flavors of Thailand with rice noodles using shrimp, eggs, chilies, garlic, basil, scallions, sprouts, sesame, lemon and crushed red pepper flakes. We'll finish with Crème Brulee, rich, creamy custard baked with a crusty caramel glaze. All materials included in registration price.

You'll begin learning to prepare authentic Mexican rice, prepared with onions, garlic, tomatoes and fresh coriander leaves. Next you'll make fajitas made with tender grilled chicken breasts, fresh sautéed bell pepper and onion, wrapped in a warm tortilla shell. Condiments will include guacamole, salsa fresca and sour cream. We'll finish with Crème Brulee, rich, creamy custard baked with a crusty caramel glaze. All materials included in registration price.

This class begins with the preparation of Sushi rice. You’ll then learn the art of "maki-sushi" rolling the rice and various fillings in and around nori (dried seaweed sheets). Options and accompaniments will include shrimp, chicken, crab, avocado, cucumber, tempura onions, cream cheese, spicy mayo, eel sauce, pickled ginger, wasabi and soy sauce. All materials included in registration price.