CLASS DESCRIPTIONS  –

New Spring Classes!   Register now!  Email  Hemmachef@gmail.com.

4/22 (Mon) – 3:45-5:45 – Youth Knife Skills  (V)

Empower your child to help with the cooking by learning real knife skills/techniques that will stay with them for as long as they cook!  Children are great at chopping, dicing and mincing when they learn the proper techniques and safety guidelines.  Kids will practice cutting a variety of fruits, vegetables, and bread.  They will learn special techniques for cutting onions, carrots, peppers and other vegetables, as well as learning how to paste garlic, mince parsley, and make chiffonade of lettuce.  Sign them up now for this intense hands-on life skills lesson with Chef Joel!  A light meal will be served during class but Chef Joel recommends participants have a snack before class.  Class Cost: $50.

4/28 (Sun) – 3-5 – Youth Dim Sum  (V)

Youth will enjoy learning to make delicious small, savory dishes for a great Dim Sum meal.  On the menu:  Steamed Vegetable Sui-Mai Dumplings with Chili Sesame Sauce; Baked Savory Buttered Leek Buns; Fried Rice with Summer Squash, Bok Choi and Sweetened Egg ; and yummy, crumbly Chinese Butter Cookies for dessert.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

4/29 (Mon) – 4-6 – Youth Vegetarian Greek  (V)

Youth participants will learn to make these delicious classic Greek vegetarian dishes featuring fresh, savory Mediterranean flavors and ingredients.  On the menu:  Spanikopita (classic flaky spinach and cheese-filled phyllo pastries); Domatokeftedes (crispy Greek tomato fritters); Tzatziki Sauce (savory herbed yogurt and cucumber sauce);  Fresh Handmade Pita Bread;  and for dessert, Melomakarona (sweet and sticky Greek honey cookies).  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

5/4 (Sat) – 3-5 – Youth Vegetarian Moroccan  (V)

Moroccan cuisine highlights the amazing confluence of many cultures, from Arab and Berber to French and Mediterranean.  Youth participants will learn to make some delicious vegetarian recipes featuring classic Moroccan flavors, spices, and ingredients.  On the menu:  Cheese Briouats with Honey and Herbs (flaky, baked pastries);  Chickpea and Zucchini Tagine with Lemon and Mint Couscous;  Maakouda Batata (Moroccan potato cakes);  Khobz (traditional fresh baked yeast bread);  and for dessert, yummy Ghoriba (shortbread cookies).  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

5/5 (Sun) – 3-5 – Youth Cinco de Mayo Brunch  (VO)

Celebrate the culture and cuisine of Mexico for Cinco de Mayo!  In this fun, hands-on cooking class, youth participants will learn to make these favorites from South (and north) of the Border:  Huevos Rancheros with Fresh-made Refried Beans, Fried (as-you-like) Eggs, Crispy Corn Tortillas and Roasted Tomato Salsa;  Breakfast Burritos with Soft Scrambled Eggs, Cheddar Cheese, Sweet Potato Hash, and Homemade Beef Chorizo (optional);  Homemade Pico de Gallo;  and delicious crispy-fried Cinnamon Churros for dessert.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

5/13 (Mon) – 4-6 – Youth Vegetarian Sushi  (V)

While most people associate “Sushi” with raw fish, it is actually a way of preparing rice served with a variety of fillings and toppings.  In this class, youth participants will make delicious, unique vegetarian sushi rolls, featuring not only traditional Japanese flavors, but also fun innovative flavors.  Class will start with the basics of preparing Shari rice, which is essential for any type of sushi (as “sushi” refers to the rice).  Then while the rice cooks, participants will help to prepare the fillings and toppings, then finish the rice and begin the fun part: rolling and forming sushi for a vegetarian sushi feast!  On the menu:  Shari Rice; Dashi; Miso Soup with Tofu and Scallions; and these Sushi roll options: Miso-Glazed Carrots; Gingered Soba Noodles; Tomago; Soy-Marinated Mushrooms; and Crispy Teriyaki Tofu.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

5/18 (Sat) – 3-5 – Youth Ramen  (VO)

No packets of skinny noodles or pouches of MSG in this class!  Youth participants will learn to make ramen noodle dough from scratch, then roll, stretch and cut the dough into fresh noodles. They will also learn to make the wonderful broths that are standard choices for ramen. Participants can choose from vegetable, chicken, pork and miso broths.  Then they will set up a ramen feast with the broths, freshly-simmered homemade noodles and a variety of classic ramen garnishes to enjoy.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

Please email to register and/or with any questions:  Hemmachef@gmail.com

FOR VEGETARIANS:   Classes have been designated according to their appropriateness for vegetarians:

• the class is vegetarian (V)
• meat is optional; can easily be left out of menu item(s) (VO)
• a vegetarian option can be substituted for the meat in recipe(s) (VS)

NOTE:  Class dates/times and menus may be subject to change.  Registered participants will be notified ahead of time if any changes do occur.

GIRL SCOUT WORKSHOPS

Schedule a Girl Scout badge workshops for your troop now!

Please email us with any questions:  Hemmachef@gmail.com

More Information on all Girl Scout Workshops HERE

SUMMER CAMPS

Summer camps for 2024 – Dates Set!  You can find more Information HERE.

PRIVATE LESSONS

For private lessons or other questions, please email: Hemmachef@gmail.com

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Gift Certificates for cooking classes make great gifts!

Give the gift of a great experience for holidays, birthdays, graduations, or any occasion.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CLASSES –

Email hemmachef@gmail.com to register.

Chef Joel encourages children to develop their love of food and fellowship by taking cooking classes.  Children of all levels of ability, interest, and experience are welcome in Chef Joel’s classes.

Children’s classes are generally designed for youth ages 8-12.  However, youth from 8-16 are welcome in “kids” classes.  If you have any questions about whether classes are appropriate for your child, please contact Chef Joel.

Chef Joel has considerable experience working with individuals with special needs, including physical and developmental disabilities.  He feels strongly that all individuals can successfully participate in culinary classes and works hard with all students to ensure that they fully participate in each class.

If your child has special needs, please let us know ahead of time so that Chef Joel can make sure to accommodate them.

Class sizes are limited.

Email now to reserve a spot:  hemmachef@gmail.com

SPECIAL CULINARY EVENTS FOR CHILDREN –

For information on special culinary events for children, such as birthday parties, scouting events, and more, click here.

CLASSES FOR TEENS –

Chef Joel offers some classes specifically for Teens or Tweens/Teens.  These cooking classes are appropriate for youth ages 13 – 17 years old (Teen classes) or youth ages 11-16 (Tween/Teen classes).  If you have any questions about whether classes are appropriate for you/your child, please contact Chef Joel at hemmachef@gmail.com.

Chef Joel enjoys working with teens and young adults and would be happy to offer more classes for older youth.  If you would like to arrange a class or private event for a group of teens, please contact Chef Joel: hemmachef@gmail.com.

LOCATION –

Children’s cooking classes are generally held at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 605 Spruce St., Madison, 53715.

Class are held in the kitchen, which is in the basement.  Please enter the building from the north side entrance (from Spruce Street), by the playground.  There will be a sign on the door for the cooking classes.

PARKING –

There should plenty of street parking available.  There is also a small parking lot behind the building, accessible from Hickory Street.

DRESS CODE –

• Long Hair should be pulled back or put in a ponytail.
• Participants must wear close-toed shoes.
• Participants are encouraged to wear a facial mask while preparing food for food safety and disease prevention.
• Short-sleeved shirts are recommended.
• Hemmachef will provide aprons and towels to use during the class.

EQUIPMENT –

All equipment, foods, and materials necessary to complete the recipes are provided by Chef Joel.

CONSIDERATIONS –

Please inform Chef Joel of any of the following:

•         Food allergies or restrictions, such as lactose-intolerance or celiac disease
•         Special Physical Needs
•         Special Educational Needs

CLASS PHILOSOPHY –

Participants are expected to behave with civility and respect for the Chef, the other participants, the equipment, and the food.

PARENTS IN CLASS –

Parents and/or guardians are not encouraged to stay during children’s cooking classes.  Please contact Chef Joel if you are a parent who feels your child has special needs.

PHOTOGRAPHS –

Chef Joel or other Hemmachef representatives may take photographs during class for use in marketing and promotional materials, with parental consent.  No names or other personal information will be included in these photographs.

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY –

Please inform Chef Joel as soon as possible if you will not be able to attend.  Your full class payment will be refunded up to 5 business days prior to the date of the class.  If you cancel after this time you will not receive a refund. You may have someone attend in your/your child’s place, however.

If Chef Joel must cancel for any reason, every effort will be made to reschedule the class, and if you cannot attend at the new time, you will receive a full refund.

INCLEMENT WEATHER –

Class will conducted unless City of Madison buses are not running due to inclement weather.