CLASS DESCRIPTIONS  –

To register, please email  Hemmachef@gmail.com

4/3 (Mon) – 4-6pm – Youth Sushi    (VO)

Sushi is fun to make, and it’s not just raw fish; it’s a way of preparing food.  In this hands-on cooking class, kids will learn techniques and ingredients for rolling sushi and then get to enjoy a sushi feast!  Participants will first learn to make the traditional Japanese shari rice used for rolling sushi, then use it to make traditional and not-so-traditional rolls.   On the menu:  Shari Rice; Spicy Tuna Rolls; California Rolls; Wisconsin Rolls; Inside-Out Rolls; plus Miso Soup, as well as the customary sushi accompaniments of pickled ginger (gari), wasabi, and soy sauce.  Please note that no raw fish or shellfish will be used in class.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

4/24 (Mon) – 4-6pm – 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!  Youth are great at chopping, dicing and mincing when they learn the proper techniques and safety guidelines.  Participants 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 that participants have a snack before class.  Class Cost: $50.

Teens are also very welcome in all of our Kids/Youth classes, listed HERE.

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

More classes for summer coming soon!  Summer Camps are open now; Register before they fill up!

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

GENERAL

Chef Joel offers classes specifically for Teens or Tweens/Teens.  These cooking classes are appropriate for youth ages 13-17 years old (Teen classes) and 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.

Teens are also very welcome in any of Chef Joel’s “Kids” classes.  Chef Joel keeps class sizes small and has students work together in small groups.  He generally groups kids by age and ability level and makes sure that everyone is challenged and kept busy in class.  All of our classes are hands-on and involve lots of cooking.  Kids/Tweens/Teens do the cooking!

NOTE TO 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)

Email Hemmachef@gmail to register for classes.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Gift Certificates for cooking classes make great gifts!

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

PRIVATE CLASSES / EVENTS:

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.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CLASSES –

Email Hemmachef@gmail to register.

Chef Joel encourages teens to develop their love of food and fellowship by taking cooking classes.  Youth of all levels of ability, interest, and experience from 8-16 years old are welcome in Chef Joel’s “Kids” cooking classes.  If you have any questions about whether classes are appropriate for your son or daughter, 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 teen 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 TEENS –

For information on special culinary events for teens, such as birthday parties, graduation events, and more, please email Chef Joel at Hemmachef@gmail.com.

LOCATION –

Teen 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 –

• Participants are strongly encouraged to wear a facial mask for Covid-19 prevention.
• Long Hair should be pulled back or put in a ponytail.
• Participants must wear close-toed shoes.
• 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 celiac disease, lactose-intolerance, etc.
•         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 teen cooking classes.  Please contact Chef Joel if you are a parent who feels your teen has special needs.

PHOTOGRAPHS –

Chef Joel or other Hemmachef representatives may take photographs during class for use in marketing and promotional materials.  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.