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LCBO Summerhill | 10 Scrivener Square, Toronto, Ontario
M4W 3Y9 | 416 922-0403

To register and purchase your tickets please visit the Customer Service Desk at the desired location. 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.


july


Tuesday, July 7 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE | $50

Explore the unique ingredients and simple techniques of Vietnamese cooking with Jeffrey Marshall, executive chef at George Weston Limited, and his sous chef Michele Vig. You’ll learn to make authentic versions of some of the country’s most popular recipes. Tonight’s menu includes Skewered Grilled Pork Balls with Vietnamese Peanut Sauce, Vietnamese Buns, a main course Bowl with Lettuce, Herbs and Vermicelli Noodles topped with Crispy Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls, Caramelized Pork served with Nuoc Cham, and Vanilla Ice Cream with Star Anise Syrup.

Tuesday, July 14 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

THE STORY OF TANDOORI | $50

Popularized by restaurants the world over, tandoori food is aromatic, delicious and unique. Join cookbook authors Smita and Sanjeev Chandra this evening as they take you on a fascinating culinary journey around the countries of the Middle East and Asia where tandoori food originated. Start the evening with Grilled Thai Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce followed by Persian Grilled Fish with Herb and Vegetable Salad, and end with Mongolian Beef Kabobs in a Black Pepper Soy Sauce served over Ginger Fried Rice. You’ll discover how you can create all these flavours on your own backyard barbecue.

Tuesday, July 21 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

ITALIAN AL FRESCO | $50

Toronto summer evenings are perfect for outdoor eating. Featured Chef Emily Richards will show you how to bring the flavours of Italy right to your own backyard with an al fresco menu that you can enjoy under the stars. Tonight’s menu features: Gorgonzola and Berry Canapés, Seafood Salad, Grilled Flank Steak with Olive Vinaigrette, Summer Sweet Peppers and Onion Orzo, and Chocolate Affogato for dessert. Tonight, one lucky participant will receive a signed copy of Emily’s cookbook Italian Express.

Chef Profile Class

Tuesday, July 28 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

GOURMET BRUNCH | $60

Join Bill Lohman, chef and owner of Tastings Catering, and learn all the makings for a tasty summer brunch meal. Armed with these recipes, you’ll be ready to treat yourself and your guests to a sumptuous spread of Linguine with Lobster, Tomato, Garlic and Flat Leaf Parsley, Poached Coho Salmon with a Mimosa Vinaigrette, Cucumber Ring Salad and a Chive Rosti, and Frozen Apricot Soufflé with Pistachio Brittle.

august


Tuesday, August 6 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

LATIN FOOD AND BEER | $50

Join Carlos Fuenmayor, chef and owner of Sabrosito, for a festive evening of Central and South American dishes that will take you on a culinary adventure. In addition, you’ll learn about complementary beers including those from Argentina and Mexico. Tonight’s flavour-packed dishes include Steamed Mussels with Cuban Pilsner, Tomatoes, Garlic, and Fresh Lime, Beer-Battered Haddock with Chayote Relish, Grilled Tiger Shrimp Marinated in Dos Equis and served with Tortillas and Tomato Salsa, and Buñuelos (fritters).

Tuesday, August 11 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

BEST OF THE BARBECUE | $65

The hot weather has set in and the smell of grilling fills the air. To make your next barbecue even better, you’ll need lots of great sauces, rubs and marinades. Tonight, Tony Cammalleri, executive sous chef at Toronto’s upscale Pusateri’s Fine Foods, will demonstrate the simple techniques for achieving perfectly grilled meat, chicken, seafood, and vegetables. On tonight’s menu: Grilled Corn Salad, Beer-Marinated Barbecue Beef Short Ribs, Chicken Wings with Homemade Barbecue Sauce, and Southwestern-style Barbecue Shrimp.

Tuesday, August 18 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

EASY HORS D’OEUVRES FROM THE LOCAL HARVEST | $50

Join Vanessa Yeung, owner of Aphrodite Cooks, for an evening of elegant hors d’oeuvres featuring locally grown, or made, food products, along with tricks and shortcuts to pleasurable and enjoyable entertaining. Come and enjoy Potato and Thyme Galettes, Mini Chive Pancakes with a Beet and Apple Compôte, Watermelon and Feta Skewers, Mint and Sweet Pea Purée on Crostini with Shaved Pecorino, and Apricot Halves with Brandy Mascarpone Cream and Amaretti Crumbs.

*These classes 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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