CLASS DESCRIPTIONS  –

To Register, Email  Hemmachef@gmail.com.

4/13 (Sun) 12:30-2:30pm – Youth Chinese Take Out   (V)

Youth will learn to make as-good-as-it-gets Chinese “Made-in Takeout” in this fun hands-on cooking class.  Participants will make all of the following classic Chinese dishes and will then get to enjoy them in class:  Egg Drop Soup; Rice Noodle and Vegetable Spring Rolls with   Sweet-and-Sour Dipping Sauce; Vegetable Fried Noodles; Sesame Pancakes; and yummy Ginger Cookies for dessert.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

4/14 (Mon) 4-6pm – Youth Mediterranean   (VO)

Participants will spend a fun afternoon learning to make these delicious recipes featuring Mediterranean flavors and ingredients.  On the menu:  Fresh-Baked Whole Wheat Pita; Chicken Kooibideh (spiced ground chicken kebabs) with Lemon and Mint Yogurt Sauce; Batata Harra (Lebanese spicy potatoes); and for dessert, Melomakarona (sticky Greek honey cookies).  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

5/12 (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!  Children/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 participants have a snack before class.  Class Cost: $50.

5/17 (Sat) – 3-5pm – Youth Pastry Cart   (V)

In this fun, hands-on class, participants will learn to make fabulous classic pastries,    and will get to enjoy them in class (as well as getting to take some home to enjoy with friends and family).  On the menu:  Blueberry Cheesecake Tarts (rich creamy cheesecake-filled no-bake crumb tarts); Cinnamon Fruit Biscuits (delicate hand-formed biscuits filled with assorted fruit preserves); Lemon Curd-Filled Beignets (classic fried beignets filled with fresh-made lemon curd); and White & Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tarts.  Location: St. Mark’s.  Class Cost: $60.

6/18 (Wed) 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!  Children/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 participants have a snack before class.  Class Cost: $50.

Summer class descriptions with full menu and additional information coming soon!

8/4 (Mon) 5:30-7:30pm – Youth Sweets Shop   (V)

8/13 (Wed) 5:30-7:30pm – Youth Bistro Dinner   (VO)

GF – Indicates that the class menu is Gluten-free.

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

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

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

GENERAL

Youth classes are appropriate for youth of all ages: children, tweens and teens.  Chef Joel may offer some classes specifically for Teens or Tweens/Teens.  Teen classes are appropriate for youth ages 13-17 years old Tween/Teen classes for youth ages 11-16.  Some mature older teens may be welcome in Hemmachef adult classes, as well.  If you have any questions about whether classes are appropriate for you/your child, please contact Chef Joel at hemmachef@gmail.com.

Chef Joel keeps class sizes small and has students work together in small groups.  He generally groups youth by 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.

SUMMER CAMPS

Summer camps for 2025 – Dates Set!  You can find more Information HERE.

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 –

• 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 Covid-19 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 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.