Culinary Journey to Tuscany

Join Chef Kevin in his exclusive cooking class and discover the exquisite flavors of Tuscany. In this class, you will explore the timeless traditions of Italian cuisine from the Tuscan region. Chef Kevin will take you on a journey through the incredible diversity of flavors, aromas, colors, and textures that make Tuscan cuisine so unique.

The focus of this class is on simplicity and using fresh, whole products and livestock that spring from and live off the land. Learn how to create delicious dishes using Tuscan ingredients such as olive oil, fresh herbs and vegetables, succulent meats, and pasta.

Chef Kevin will guide you through each step of the cooking process, sharing tips and tricks along the way. By the end of the class, you’ll have gained new knowledge and skills to recreate Tuscan dishes for your family and friends. So don’t miss out on this opportunity to indulge in the flavors of Tuscany with Chef Kevin’s expert guidance.

We’ll work together to create a delicious menu:

• Tuscan salad with cannellini beans and olives
• Pork Involtini (Involtini di maiale) Pounded pork scallops wrapped in prosciutto and stuffed with spinach and ricotta
• Wild mushroom pasta with gremolata
• Pear tart – (Crostata di Pere)

Wine, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase from our bar. Come early for cocktails (5:30) — class begins at 6:00!

Our classes are small, so you get personal attention from our professional instructors. You will work as a group as you join in the fun to prepare the menu.

Chef Kevin Appleton has a passion for food, drink, and fun. He is a former Culinary Instructor at Madison College. He worked at some of the best fine dining restaurants in Chicago and was Executive Chef at Robert Morris College’s Institute of Culinary Arts.