Aux Delices Foods is a place where people can come to get prepared foods from Chef Debra Ponzek. You can also get a more hands-on experience with cooking classes that teach a range of methods and meals. Aux Delices Foods cooking classes are for everyone with classes for both adults and children. One of the reasons some people don’t enjoy cooking is because they don’t know how to cook many things. However, you can increase your love of food with Aux Delices Foods. Classes are not only available in our kitchens, but we can also even schedule private lessons as well.
Get ready to show off your new skills in the kitchen with Aux Delices Foods cooking classes.
Technique: Comfort Food | November 2nd, 7 pm to 9:30 pm | Adult Class
Comfort food is something we all love but to get it right you need technique. Learn how to use comfort food methods with some unique dishes.
The menu:
- Hearty lentil and vegetable soup
- Braised pork shoulder
- Perfect mashed potatoes
- Carrot, avocado, and orange salad
Little Chefs: Let’s Make Holiday Cookies! | November 5th, 4 pm to 6 pm | Kids Class
It’s that time of year again, time for some holiday themed cookies! The menu is simple, but the outcome is unique. We will be making sugar cookies that anyone will love. This class is an excellent way to spend some time together as a family.
An Autumn Feast | November 6th, 4 pm to 6 pm | Kids Class
Autumn is a season that is often overlooked, but the flavors are unforgettable. Apples, potatoes, turkey and chicken all make great fall dishes. During this class, kids will get hands-on learning experience cooking an entire meal.
The menu:
- Chicken rice tortilla soup
- Turkey burgers
- Twice baked potatoes
- Apple crisp
Technique: Thanksgiving Guide | November 9th, 7 pm to 9:30 pm | Adults Class
There is no harder time of year to be a chef than Thanksgiving. Everywhere families and friends are going from a two-course meal to a five-course dinner. Not only are there many components, but you also have to make enough to serve everyone. Let’s work on the techniques that will make this year’s Thanksgiving dinner one to remember.
The menu:
- To brine or not to brine your turkey (we’ll do both)
- Turkey gravy
- Smashed Butternut squashes with candied hazelnuts
- Roasted maple sweet potatoes
- Brioche Stuffing
- Assorted Aux Delices pies
Festive Thanksgiving | November 13th 4 pm to 6 pm | Kids Class
Parents aren’t the only ones in the kitchen during Thanksgiving. Allow your children to get in on the action with some easier dishes they can help cook.
The menu:
- Corn pudding
- Maple sweet potatoes with optional marshmallows
- Turkey stuffing
- Individual turkey pot pies
- Thanksgiving sugar cookies
Cake Champions | December 4th, 4 pm to 6 pm | Kids Class
Cookies are often the star of the show during the holidays. However, make some changes to your family traditions with some fun cakes.
The menu:
- Bake mini cakes
- Frost and decorate a cake (learning and polishing skills of rolling fondant, piping, frosting, and flowers)
Technique: Fish, Fish, Fish | December 7th, 7 pm to 9:30 pm | Adults Class
There are many different ways to cook fish and it’s time you know a few more to impress all of your guests and cook healthy seafood meals in your home.
The menu:
- Whole Branzino baked in a salt crust
- Pan-seared Striped Bass with herb and garlic vinaigrette
- Salmon burgers with chipotle aioli
Technique: For Italian Lovers Only! | December 14th, 7 pm to 9:30 pm | Adults Class
The name of the class is for Italian fans only, which means we’ve narrowed down who will take the course to everyone. It’s rare that you’ll find someone who doesn’t love Italian food.
The menu:
- Crostini with Herbed Ricotta, anchovy, and capers
- Baked stuffed eggplant
- Sausage ragu over pasta
- Sauteed Escarole, garlic, and olive
Signing up to take ay of the classes is very simple. All you need to do to sign up is give us a call at (203)326-4540 x108 and ask to sign up for a particular class. Adult classes are held on Wednesday evenings and classes for kids are held on Sunday afternoons. Call today to learn how we make the great foods that are found at Aux Delices Foods.