CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

To register email Hemmachef@gmail.com.

4/27 (Sat) – 12:30-2:30 – Parent-Child Spring Baking    (V)

Spend a fun spring afternoon learning to make delicious baked goods with your child, grandchild, etc. and adding to your baking repertoire with exciting new recipes and techniques for sweet and savory bakes.  Adult-child pairs will make and bake the following (and will get to take some home to enjoy with friends and family):  Chocolate and Orange Tarts (made with Chef Joel’s favorite dough) and served with delicious Chocolate Crème Chantilly;  tasty Spinach and Feta Rolls with Oregano and Lemon Butter;  and scrumptious Raspberry Cakes with White Chocolate Glaze.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

4/28 (Sun) – 12:30-2:30 – Parent-Child Dim Sum    (V)

This traditional style of Chinese cuisine involves small bite-sized portions served on small plates.  It’s fun both to make and eat!  Adult-child pairs will enjoy making and then sharing these tasty treats:  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: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

5/4 (Sat) – 12:30-2:30 – Parent-Child Vegetarian Moroccan    (V)

Moroccan cuisine highlights the amazing confluence of many cultures, from Arab and Berber to French and Mediterranean.  Adult-child pairs will enjoy learning to make some delicious vegetarian recipes together that feature classic Moroccan flavors, spices, and ingredients that they’ll want to make again and again.  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: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

5/5 (Sun) – 12:30-2:30 – Parent-Child Cinco de Mayo Brunch    (VO)

Celebrate the culture and cuisine of Mexico for Cinco de Mayo!  In this fun, hands-on cooking class, adult-child pairs 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: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

5/17 (Fri) – 5:30-7:30  – Parent-Child 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, adult-child pairs 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: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

5/18 (Sat) – 12:30-2:30 – Parent-Child Ramen    (VO)

No packets of skinny noodles or pouches of MSG in this class!  Adult-child pairs 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: $95 per adult-child pair (an additional child or adult may be added for $45 – Max 2 children per adult).

And coming up this summer!  (Full descriptions and menus coming soon)

6/10 (Mon) – 5:30-7:30 – Parent-Child Summer Baking Class   (V)

6/16 (Sun) – 1-3 – Parent-Child Summer Sweets    (V)

6/19 (Wed) – 5:30-7:30 – Parent-Child Street Food Class   (VO)

6/26 (Wed) – 5:30-7:30 – Parent-Child International Noodles Class   (VO)

7/31 (Wed) – 5:30-7:30 – Parent-Child French Baking Class   (V)

8/4 (Sun) – 1-3 – Parent-Child Blue Ribbon Baking    (V)

8/7 (Wed) – 5:30-7:30 – Parent-Child International Breads Class   (V)

Please email to register or if you have any questions:  Hemmachef@gmail.com

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CLASSES –

Parents, Grandparents, Aunts/Uncles, Big Brothers/Sisters and other Adult Friends & Relatives are welcome in Parent-Child cooking classes with children ages 5 and up.  Taking a cooking class is a great way to spend time together, and you’re sure to enjoy the products of your labor!  Whether this is your child’s first culinary experience or they have prepared full meals on their own, it’s wonderful to make delicious food together (and enjoy tasting it, too!).  Youth in Parent-Child classes range from 5 year-olds to teenagers.  Adult-child (or youth) pairs work closely together to prepare the delicious items on each class menu.

Some of Chef Joel’s most popular Parent-Child classes are:  Pasta, Sushi, Ramen, Tacos, Donuts and other Baking/Sweets/Treats classes.  We also offer special occasion classes such as Mother’s Day Tea, Baking with Dad, Valentine’s Donuts, Halloween East & Treats, Holiday Treats, and more.  If you are interested in other classes or have an idea for a great Parent-Child class, please email us; we always welcome class suggestions!

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.  Parents and children of all levels of ability, interest, and experience are welcome in Chef Joel’s classes.

Class sizes are limited.  Register now!

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

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Gift Certificates for Parent-Child cooking classes make great gifts!

Give the gift of a great experience together for holidays, birthdays, bar/bat mitzvah ceremonies, graduations, Grandparent’s Day, and many more occasions.

SUMMER CAMPS

Youth culinary summer camps for 2024 – Open for Registration!  You can find more Information HERE.

SPECIAL CULINARY EVENTS FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN –

For information on special culinary events for Parents & children, please email Chef Joel at Hemmachef.com.

LOCATION –

Parent-Child 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 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.

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 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.