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LCBO The Roundhouse Centre | 3165 Howard Avenue, Windsor, Ontario
N8X 4Y8 | (519) 972-1772

To register and purchase your tickets please call the Customer Service Desk at the desired location or register in person at the store. Please contact the participating store for details. Spaces are limited so book your place soon. Participants must be 19 years of age or older.

To ensure the safety of your learning environment please inform us of any food allergies you may have.


NOVEMBER


Saturday, November 1 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Morning Class, New Time)

DREAMING OF CHOCOLATE | $50

Nothing evokes thoughts of luxury, decadence and richness in foods like chocolate – and nothing matches the assortment of Ports and fine wines as well as this delight. A chocolate lover’s dream comes true as Executive chef/owner Michael Barlozarri, Mezzo, presents Beef Carpaccio with white chocolate parfait with foie gras powder and white truffle oil salad, Pan-roasted red beets with chocolate, bacon and yogurt, and Balsamic chocolate beef stock with duck.

Tuesday, November 4 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING | $50

Executive chef Anthony Dalupan, of Bamboo Restaurant, will focus upon a collection of guest-pleasing sweet, savoury, hot and cold items that are quick to make for all special occasions. Taste Spiced beef, lamb and pork on cinnamon brochettes, Grilled rack of lamb, and Truffled sea scallop “on a spoon”.

Saturday, November 8 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Morning Class, New Time) Saturday, November 15 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Morning Class, New Time)

HOLIDAY BAKING: COOKIES AND SQUARES | $85

Culinary instructor, Chef Leo Grado, hosts a baking bonanza using the finest of ingredients, enabling all registrants to take home a variety of four types of cookies and three types of squares. Learn how to create Holiday fruitcake squares, Georgia pecan squares, Viennese chocolate squares, Swedish short crust cookies, and more!

Monday, November 10 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm

HOLIDAY BAKING: COOKIES AND SQUARES | $85

Culinary instructor, Chef Leo Grado, hosts a baking bonanza using the finest of ingredients, enabling all registrants to take home a variety of four types of cookies and three types of squares. Learn how to create Holiday fruitcake squares, Georgia pecan squares, Viennese chocolate squares, Swedish short crust cookies, and even more!

Tuesday, November 18 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm

ELEGANT FESTIVE DINING | $85

Executive chef Stan Potvin, of the Hilton Hotel, is known to provide delicious meals and a wealth of culinary enlightenment. Chef Stan will treat you to a full-meal menu that includes his signature De-boned whole turkey served with the trimmings of balsamic pearl onions, truffled potatoes, cranberry sauce, and Apple and red currant tart.

Tuesday, November 25 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

HOLIDAY APPETIZERS | $50

Chef Henry Furtado will impress you with a trendy combination of modern and sophisticated bite-sized treats. Taste Dungeness crab in a verde sauce, Mini gourmet burgers, and Grilled butternut squash with fresh rosemary and apple.

Saturday, November 29 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Morning Class, New Time)

SIMPLY DECADENT DESSERTS | $50

Chef Laura Giberson, of Amhersburg’s Caldwell’s Grant, knows that sweet endings are often the most memorable part of a meal. Delight your sweet tooth with a delicious assortment that includes Unbelievable dark chocolate flourless cake, Tiramisù, Bananas Foster with cinnamon ice cream, and Decadent white chocolate tart.

DECEMBER


Tuesday, December 2 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm

DUELLING CHEFS: “HE SAID, SHE SAID”* | $85

Windsor’s own culinary experts, Suzy Cui and Henry Furtado, join forces for a unique and entertaining class. Observe and sample the fruits of their labour as they engage you in a good-humoured competition by preparing separate dishes using the same ingredients. You will be the winner in this full-meal face-off.

Tuesday, December 9 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

DREAMING OF CHOCOLATE | $50

Nothing evokes thoughts of luxury, decadence and richness in foods like chocolate – and nothing matches the assortment of Ports and fine wines as well as this delight. A chocolate lover’s dream comes true as Executive chef/owner Michael Barlozarri, Mezzo, presents Beef Carpaccio with white chocolate parfait with foie gras powder and white truffle oil salad, Pan-roasted red beets with chocolate, bacon and yogurt, and Balsamic chocolate beef stock with duck.

JANUARY


Tuesday, January 13 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

BRAZILIAN BARBECUE | $50

Transport your palate and taste buds to the warmth of Brazil. Chef and culinary instructor Henry Furtado demonstrates Brazilian beer chicken with rice, Black bean fiejuada (stew), and Brazilian cinnamon bananas.

Monday, January 19 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

WINTER WARM-UPS | $50

Come in from the cold and enjoy healthful dishes that evoke thoughts of warmth and contentment. Live food culinary artist Renée Trepanier presents a menu including Kale, pinenut and raisin salad, Creamy-carrot and ginger soup, Hearty mushroom polenta, and The Big apple pie.

Tuesday, January 20 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION | $50

Celebrate the Year of the Ox with culinary instructor Suzy Cui in this traditional Chinese hot pot class. Learn how to prepare spicy and mild broths, a variety of dipping sauces, and select and prepare your favourite ingredients for your own hot pot main courses. Sample chicken, beef, lamb, shrimp, dumplings, noodles and more.

Saturday, January 24 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

WARM YOUR HEART | $50

Personal chef AnnaMaria Lopes, of Apron on the Run Personal Chef Service, takes you on a remarkable culinary journey focusing on family-friendly dishes that are delicious, nutritious and best of all, readily prepared with basics from your pantry and freezer. Warm your family’s hearts and palates with a classic Cassoulet with polenta served with a medley of mushrooms over goat cheese crostini, with Amaretti cookies with gelato.

Tuesday, January 27 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

COMFORT FOODS MADE EASY | $50

Chef Laura Giberson, of Amhertburg’s Caldwell’s Grant, features an array of mouth-watering dishes to evoke thoughts of warmth and contentment. Warm your taste buds with Mac and three cheeses with crunchy panko, Minted lamb meat loaf with buttermilk spoon bread, Cajun chicken and dumplings, and a delicious dessert.

FEBRUARY


Tuesday, February 3 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

FABULOUS FONDUES | $50

Celebrate the great indoors and embrace the opportunity to linger with family and friends in the long winter months. Chef Ahron Goldman teaches you the fine art of creative fondues. Learn to prepare traditional Gruyère cheese fondue, and how to incorporate seafood, meat, and chocolate in your delicious fondue creations.

Tuesday, February 10 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm

A VALENTINE’S TO REMEMBER* | $85

Taste a menu that is unpretentious, delicious and sure win the hearts of loved ones. Chef Paolo Vasapolli, of Caesars Windsor, prepares an Italian feast encompassing Merluzzo cake (cod cake) with citrus-basil aioli, Tri-colore salad with arugula, radicchio and endive with truffle vinaigrette, an entrée of Chianti-stained pappardelle with lamb, sweet potato and castagne (roasted chestnut ragu), and Prosecco and fruit gelatine topped with Mascarpone cheese and walnuts for dessert.

Tuesday, February 17 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

A TASTE OF THE TROPICS | $50

Erieau chef Crisden McPhee has created a tropical getaway menu for your dining pleasure. Experience the sunny flavourings of Island shrimp and pineapple skewers with rum butter sauce, Prosciutto-wrapped Asian pear drizzled with vinegar syrup, Caribbean lamb chops with brown sugar gastrique, and Island potato mash and mixed vegetable.

Saturday, February 21 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

HEAT UP THE KITCHEN | $50

Join Chef AnnaMaria Lopes for another informative class. Heat up your kitchen with Sweet bourbon salmon, Warm wheat berry salad and a rustic corn muffin served with homemade preserves.

Monday, February 23 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

TEMPTED! | $60

Chef and culinary instructor Chuck Koury, of Koury’s Cookhouse, showcases his culinary talents as he prepares a stylish and unforgettable dinner. Sample Tequila-lime shrimp, Jalapeño crab cakes with avocado aïoli, Braised short ribs with ancho chili, Parsnip puréed potatoes and sweet potato, and Chipotle pecan tarts for dessert.

Tuesday, February 24 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

DIVINE DUMPLINGS | $50

Treat yourself to samplings of dumplings, pockets, and little pies from around the globe as culinary instructor Mary Ann Marshall presents Asian pot stickers, Spinach and ricotta dumplings, Potato gnocchi, Turkish manti, and Fruit pierogie to satisfy your hunger for the delicious and unique.

MARCH


Tuesday, March 3 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

JOINED AT THE PLATE | $50

In the spirit of celebrating some of the culinary world’s beloved partnerships, Chef Henry Furtado has created a menu incorporating a new twist to some well-known and loved combinations. Sample Shrimp-stuffed chicken, Blue cheese and walnut salad, Cheese and cracker soup, and Peanut butter and jelly tarts for dessert.

Tuesday, March 10 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

HIGH TEA | $50

Chef Lisa Powers, of The Cake and Pastry Connection, introduces you to the ritual of high tea. Learn the history behind the tradition and sample such delicacies as assorted Tea sandwiches, assorted Scones with preserves and cream, Petit fours, and of course, tea!

Tuesday, March 17 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

A TASTE OF SEAFOOD | $60

Enjoy the splendid flavours and textures of some of your favourite seafood as Chef Leo Grado demonstrates a menu that is creative, versatile and easy to prepare. Taste Paella, Lobster crêpes, and learn to make homemade fish stock and how to judge freshness when shopping for ingredients.

Saturday, March 21 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

LOOKING AHEAD TO SPRING | $50

Just when you thought that winter was never going to be over, treat your taste buds to a hint of sunshine with Paella Valenciana served with a citrus, jicama, fennel salad, and to cool off some of the heat, Chef AnnaMaria reminds you that dessert can be cold and hot with a silky Budino-flan.

Tuesday, March 24 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

A DAY AT THE SPA | $50

Culinary instructor Georgina Burns presents a menu that’s light, refreshingly tasty, healthful and satisfying. Dine on Minted Mediterranean fruit mix with salad greens, Honey chicken on apricot wild rice, and a fancy Fruit parfait for dessert.

Tuesday, March 31 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

GLUTEN-FREE DELIGHTS | $50

As early as eighteen years ago, a wheat-free diet was considered unusual. Today, many people live a wheat-free diet for health. Chef Leo Grado demonstrates a menu incorporating Gluten-free multigrain sandwich bread, Pizza, and Yellow chiffon cake, transforming these recipes into dishes that everyone can enjoy for years to come.


*These classes are three hours in length and feature full portions of the recipes prepared. Seating is limited.

We reserve the right to cancel or postpone classes, (in which case, participants will be notified and fully reimbursed or offered a credit). A refund or transfer is available up to five days before class(es) begin. No refunds or transfers for missed class(es).

 
     
 
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