January February Cooking Class Update

Here are the next round of cooking classes through early February. We still have spaces open in the Crete and Vegetarian Dinner and a Cooking Classes. And, we hope to have February classes posted the week of January 14.

Dinner and a Cooking Class -- Tuscan Cooking
Tuscany is the heartland of Italy, and its foods reflect the very best of Italy’s home cooking. Featuring simplicity and fresh ingredients, you’ll enjoy a three course Tuscan dinner emphasizing the Italian’s love of wine, olive oil, cheeses, and bread in conjunction with the freshest produce, herbs, and meats.
Wednesday, January 9 6:30 – 8:30 $45 SOLD OUT

Culinary Boot Camp -- Seafood 101
An intensive afternoon of all things fish. You’ll learn all types of seafood – round fish, flat fish, crustaceans, and bi-valves – as well as handling, preparing, skinning, filleting, steaming, poaching and more.
Sunday, January 13 1 pm – 4 pm $65 SOLD OUT

Knife Skills
Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening.
Wednesday, January 16 6:30 – 8:30 $35 SOLD OUT

Dinner and a Cooking Class -- Moroccan Cooking
Morocco is the doorway between Europe and Africa, and its food is characterized by rich spices like cumin, coriander, saffron, chilies, dried ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. Explore the pallet of flavors while enjoying a three course Moroccan dinner.
Tuesday, January 22 6:30 – 8:30 $45 SOLD OUT

Dinner and a Cooking Class -- Crete
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, and it offers the perfect blend of healthful Mediterranean cooking. Aromatic, delicious, and extremely heart-healthy, a Cretan meal utilizes all of their local fixtures: olive oils, red wine, legumes, fresh vegetables and herbs, goat cheese, breads, and honey. Enjoy a three course Cretan dinner and learn delicious, healthy cooking techniques.
Thursday, January 24 6:30 – 8:30 $45

Culinary Boot Camp -- Meat 101
An intensive all-things-carnivore afternoon that includes roasting, braising, rubs, marinades, grilling, sautéing, and the secrets of great gravy.
Sunday, January 27 1 pm – 4 pm $65 SOLD OUT

Dinner and a Cooking Class – Vegetarian for Everyone
During this three course meal you’ll learn vegetarian cooking skills and techniques using ingredients that are both colorful and flavorful to create a meal that everyone will love.
Tuesday, January 29 6:30 – 8:30 $45 SOLD OUT

Culinary Boot Camp -- Foundations
Whether it’s a French mirepoix, an Italian soffritto, or a Portuguese refogado, many recipes start by cooking one or more vegetables and occasionally some meat in butter or oil. These starters provide the foundation of flavor and character for sauces, soups and stews. Learn to create these mixtures, infuse flavors into dishes, and how to improvise sauces, soups, and stews without a recipe.
Sunday, February 10 1 pm – 4 pm $65 SOLD OUT

Registration and prepayment are required.

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Everyday Cook Cancellation Policy: A store credit will be issued for cancellations made seven days prior to the class. All other cancellations are nonrefundable. Everyday Cook reserves the right to cancel any class for a full refund.

Contact: everyday cook: 734 827 COOK everyday wines: 734 827 WINE

direct email: everyday_wines@yahoo.com

Looking For A Great Gift Idea?

Gift Cards from Everyday Cook and Everyday Wines make great gifts. They're good in both stores, you can purchase one for any amount, and they never expire. Plus, when you purchase a gift card with a value of $50 or more, we'll make a 5% donation to Food Gatherers.

If you're thinking of giving a gift card for cooking classes, here is a list of some of the classes we'll be front loading into the first part of next year (exact dates are still being firmed up).

Gift Cards can be purchased in either store or via telephone. We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express for phone orders.

Foundations
Whether it’s a French mirepoix, an Italian soffritto, or a Portuguese refogado, many recipes start by cooking one or more vegetables and occasionally some meat in butter or oil. These starters provide the foundation of flavor and character for sauces, soups and stews. Learn to create these mixtures, infuse flavors into dishes, and how to improvise sauces, soups, and stews without a recipe. $65

Stocks and Soups
Learn how to build layers of flavor by making stock from scratch, then a consommé, and finish it off by making a hearty soup from our stock to take home for dinner. Very hands-on. $65

Tuscan Cooking
Tuscany is the heartland of Italy, and its foods reflect the very best of Italy’s home cooking. Featuring simplicity and fresh ingredients, you’ll enjoy a three course Tuscan dinner emphasizing the Italian’s love of wine, olive oil, cheeses, and bread in conjunction with the freshest produce, herbs, and meats. $45

Moroccan Cooking
Morocco is the doorway between Europe and Africa, and its food is characterized by rich spices like cumin, coriander, saffron, chilies, dried ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. Explore the pallet of flavors while enjoying a three course Moroccan dinner. $45

Seafood 101
An intensive afternoon of all things fish. You’ll learn all types of seafood – round fish, flat fish, crustaceans, and bi-valves – as well as handling, preparing, skinning, filleting, steaming, poaching and more. $70

Crete
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, and it offers the perfect blend of healthful Mediterranean cooking. Aromatic, delicious, and extremely heart-healthy, a Cretan meal utilizes all of their local fixtures: olive oils, red wine, legumes, fresh vegetables and herbs, goat cheese, breads, and honey. Enjoy a three course Cretan dinner and learn delicious, healthy cooking techniques. $45

Knife Skills
Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening. $35

Meat 101
An intensive all-things-carnivore afternoon that includes roasting, braising, rubs, marinades, grilling, sautéing, and the secrets of making a great gravy from a roast. Culinary Boot Camp. $65

French Vietnamese Cooking
The original fusion. Enjoy a three course meal and learn how traditional Vietnamese ingredients meet classical French cooking technique. $45

We'd Love Your Support

As many of you know, the city of Ann Arbor is deciding who should be the recipient of their one available liquor license. Here’s the good news: Everyday Cook is a finalist!

A liquor license would allow us to offer wine and beer with our meals, wine classes, wine tastings, and much more. Also, fifty cents from each glass of wine sold will go to local nonprofit groups, with the first year’s donations supporting Food Gatherers.

Here’s what we need from you. Mary Campbell, owner of Everyday Wines and Everyday Cook, will be speaking very briefly at the city council meeting on Monday, November 19. As we understand it, a show of support from the community would seriously help our chances.

So here’s the deal: It won’t take much time. Come to the city council meeting at 7:00 PM, leave by 8:00 PM. If you have an hour to show your support for the Everyday Cook experience, we’d really appreciate it. Here’s the pertinent info:

City Council Meeting, Monday Nov. 19
2^nd Floor, City Hall. 100 N. Fifth, Ann Arbor
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Plenty of free parking across the street at the Bank of Ann Arbor

Thanks very much for your support,
From the folks behind the counters and in the kitchen at Everyday Cook & Everyday Wines

New Cooking Classes

Knife Skills
Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. Then slice and dice your way through the ingredients of a basic stock. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening. Very Hands-on.
Tuesday, November 27 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $35

Dinner and a Cooking Class – German Cooking
Germany's central location in Europe has made it a melting pot of culinary influences. You'll learn spatzle,schnitzel, braised romaine and more, while enhancing your international cooking techniques and enjoying a three course meal with Chef Chewy.
Wednesday, November 28 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm $45

Culinary Boot Camp – Foundations
Whether it’s a French mirepoix, an Italian soffritto, or a Portuguese refogado, many recipes start by cooking one or more vegetables and occasionally some meat in butter or oil. These starters provide the foundation of flavor and character for sauces, soups and stews. Learn to create these mixtures, infuse flavors into dishes, and how to improvise sauces, soups, and stews without a recipe.
Sunday, December 2 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $65

November Cooking Class

Culinary Boot Camp – Thanksgiving Dinner

A hands-on afternoon to hone your skills and techniques for Thanksgiving dinner. You’ll learn to perfect the classic dishes, and you’ll also learn some contemporary interpretations.

Sunday, November 11 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm $65

To register, stop by the store or call us at 734.827.2665

October Cooking Class Update

October's classes are now sold out. If you'd like to be placed on a waiting list for any of the remain classes, please stop by the store or call us at 734.827.COOK.

Thanks!

October Cooking Classes

Here are October's Cooking Classes. To register, give us a call (734.827.2665) or stop by the store.

Dinner and a Cooking Class – Crete
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, and it offers the perfect blend of healthful Mediterranean cooking. Aromatic, delicious, and extremely heart-healthy, a Cretan meal utilizes all of their local fixtures: olive oils, red wine, legumes, fresh vegetables and herbs, goat cheese, breads, and honey. Enjoy a three course Cretan dinner and learn delicious, healthy cooking techniques.
Tuesday, October 2 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $45

Knife Skills
Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. Then slice and dice your way through the ingredients of a basic stock. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening. Very Hands-on.
Tuesday, October 9 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $35

Dinner and a Cooking Class – French Vietnamese
The original fusion. Enjoy a three course meal with Chef Chewy and learn how traditional Vietnamese ingredients meet classical French cooking technique.
Wednesday, October 10 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm $45

Culinary Boot Camp – Stocks and Soups
Learn how to build layers of flavor by making stock from scratch, then a consommé, and finish it off by making a hearty soup from our stock to take home for dinner. Very hands-on.
Sunday, October 28 Noon – 2:30 $60

Culinary Boot Camp – Thanksgiving Dinner
A hands-on afternoon to hone your skills and techniques for Thanksgiving dinner. You’ll learn to perfect the classic dishes, and you’ll also learn some contemporary interpretations.
Sunday, November 4 1:00 – 4:00 $65

Registration and prepayment are required.

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Everyday Cook Cancellation Policy: A store credit will be issued for cancellations made seven days prior to the class. All other cancellations are nonrefundable. Everyday Cook reserves the right to cancel any class for a full refund.

Contact: everyday cook: 734 827 COOK everyday wines: 734 827 WINE

direct email: everyday_wines@yahoo.com

September Cooking Class Update

Hello. We still have spots available in the The Pacific Northwest and Argentina classes. All of the other September Classes are sold out. If you'd like to be put on a waiting list for any of the sold out classes, please call everyday cook at 734.827.COOK (2665).

Thanks.

September Cooking Class Update

The Knife Skills and Culinary Boot Camp Flavor Dynamics classes are sold out and only two spots are left in the Paris class. Please call the everyday cook store at 827.2665 if you'd like to be placed on a wait list for sold out classes.

Thanks.

September Cooking Classes

You asked for them, and here they are -- September's cooking classes.

Knife Skills-Sold Out

Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. Then slice and dice your way through the ingredients of a basic stock. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening. Very Hands-on.
Tuesday, September 4 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $35

Dinner and a Cooking Class – The Pacific Northwest

Celebrate the Fall salmon run as Chef Chewy creates a three course meal featuring specialties from the Pacific Northwest. Sure, there will be fresh salmon, but Chef Chewy will also be incorporating fruits, vegetables and wine that make Oregon and Washington a culinary treat.
Wednesday, September 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $45

Culinary Boot Camp – Flavor Dynamics SOLD OUT

The creative use of herbs and spices plays a pivotal role in enhancing both the aroma and flavor of many dishes - whether in salads, vinaigrettes, marinades, sauces, vegetables, seafood, poultry or meats. Spend an intensive hands-on afternoon learning about a variety of spices and herbs, their different uses, how to identify and purchase, as well as creative pairings and how to maximize flavors. And, of course, there will be plenty of delicious results to savor.
Sunday, September 16 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $60

Dinner and a Cooking Class – Argentina

Argentina is the beef capital of the world. During this three course meal you’ll broaden your cooking horizons by learning preparation techniques, side dishes, classic chimichurri sauce, and Argentinean wine suggestions.
Wednesday, September 19 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm $45

Dinner and Cooking Class – Paris -SOLD OUT

Expand your flavor-pairing skills and international techniques while enjoying a three course Parisian dinner. Chef Chewy is classically trained in French cooking from the Culinary Institute of America, so you won’t want to miss this evening in Paris.
Wednesday, September 26 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm $45

Upcoming Cooking Classes

Classes can fill up fast, so if you'd like to reserve your spot, stop by the store or give us a call at 734.827.2665. Prepayment is required. A store credit will be issued for cancellations made seven days prior to the class. All other cancellations are non-refundable.

August classes are sold out but we promise to have September classes posted soon.

Dinner and a Cooking Class – Tuscan Cooking SOLD OUT
Tuscany is the heartland of Italy, and its foods reflect the very best of Italy’s home cooking. Featuring simplicity and fresh ingredients, you’ll enjoy a three course Tuscan dinner emphasizing the Italian’s love of wine, olive oil, cheeses, and bread in conjunction with the freshest produce, herbs, and meats.
Wednesday, August 22 6:30pm - 8:30 pm $35

Farmer’s Market Brunch SOLD OUT
Join us for brunch in our open kitchen and learn to make out-of-this-world crepes, quiches, and brunch salads featuring local produce from the previous day’s Farmers Market. You’ll learn, you’ll experience, you’ll eat. Then you’ll go home and nap.
Sunday, August 26 11:00 am – 1:00 pm $35

Dinner and a Cooking Class – Morocco SOLD OUT
Morocco is the doorway between Europe and Africa, and its food is characterized by rich spices like cumin, coriander, saffron, chilies, dried ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. Explore the pallet of flavors with Chef Chewy while enjoying a three course Moroccan dinner.
Wednesday, August 29 6:30pm – 8:30 pm $35

Registration and prepayment are required.

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Everyday Cook Cancellation Policy: A store credit will be issued for cancellations made seven days prior to the class. All other cancellations are nonrefundable. Everyday Cook reserves the right to cancel any class for a full refund.
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Contact: everyday cook: 734 827 COOK everyday wines: 734 827 WINE

direct email: everyday_wines@yahoo.com

June Cooking Classes

June Cooking Classes Will Be Posted Soon...Really...We Promise

Cooking Classes in May

Here are some of our upcoming cooking classes in May. We don't have online registration quite yet (although it's very very close), so if you'd like to sign up for a class, simply stop by the store or give us a call at 734.827.2665.


KNIFE SKILLS
Tuesday, May 15, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, $35
Knife safety, the anatomy of a knife, how to stone-sharpen and hone a knife, how to care for your knife, and basic knife skill motion are all covered. Then slice and dice your way through the ingredients of a basic stock. It is highly recommended that you bring your own chef's knife as each one is an individual. Plus, you get a free sharpening. Very Hands-on.


DINNER AND A COOKING CLASS -- ITALIAN
Wednesday, May 16, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, $35
Expand your international technique and flavor-pairing skills while enjoying a meal of Panzanella, seasonal braised fish, hand-made pasta, and lemon-ameretti-semifreddo.

BOOT CAMP - STOCKS AND SOUPS
Sunday, May 20, 1:00pm – 4:00pm, $60
Learn how to build layers of flavor by making stock from scratch, then a consomme and finish it off by making a pureed white bean soup from our stock take home for dinner. Very hands-on. NOTE: Hot liquids and sharp knives, so please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

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Registration and prepayment are required.

Everyday Cook Cancellation Policy: For full refund, cancellations must be made seven days prior to the class. A store credit will be issued for all other cancellations at least 48 hours in advance. Everyday Cook reserves the right to cancel any class for a full refund
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Contact: everyday cook: 734 827 COOK everyday wines: 734 827 WINE
email: everydaywines@gmail.com

Mother's Day

This year we’re celebrating Mother’s Day with a special lunch on Saturday, May 12. Moms can enjoy a glass of wine with their meal for $2; $4 for everyone else.

Shop Friday, May 4 to Sunday, May 13 and take 15% off any purchase at everyday cook (excluding classes, lunch, chocolates, and gift cards). Bring in an everyday wines/cook bag during these dates and we’ll sweeten the offer to 20% off.

On the Web!

Yes, we finally have a web presence. Isn't it grand?

We now have our cooking class schedule available as a google calendar. (Subscribing to google's calendar service is free and does NOT require to you use gmail or any of their other services. For the moment, it is the simplest approach we have to creating a public calendar. If you have strong objections or suggestions for alternatives, please let us know by email or by a comment on this post.)

We will also have all upcoming wine tastings and such.

Check the sidebar.

And don't miss the Drink Local First tasting coming up this Friday! Details below.

DRINK LOCAL FIRST

everyday wines invites you to a BLIND TASTING in honor of April - Michigan Wine Month. DRINK LOCAL FIRST Join us for a tasting of some of our favorite (and Michigan’s finest) wines for this guided walk-around tasting. This is a night to expand your Michigan wine knowledge (we think you'll be pleasantly surprised) while supporting your local economy. We'll reveal the wines as you leave, and offer you 30% off any one bottle for correctly naming all the varietals. Friday, April 27, 7pm – 9:30pm, at everyday cook, upstairs in kerrytown $20/person ($18/think local first members), in advance or at the door. All profits go to Think Local First, a local non-profit that educates our community about the value of buying local first. Learn more at http://www.thinklocalfirst.net