ADULT PROGRAMS - Needham Public Schools

FOOD & BEER
FOOD & BEER
COOKING WITH DAVE AT
SWEET BASIL
Dave Becker, Instructor/Chef
Savor the aroma, the ambiance and the delectable dishes
of one of Needham’s hottest restaurants, as Chef Dave
demonstrates his talents in the kitchen. The class includes
ample portions to sample and recipes to take home. You’ll
be entertained, sated, and relaxed, and pick up some
great cooking tips too! Dave will offer this class on two
dates, with two different menus, outlined below – register
for one or both. Participants are encouraged to bring their
own wine if they choose. Signed copies of Dave Becker’s
new illustrated cookbook, Stewed, will be available for
purchase at each class. Note: This is a popular class so
we advise faxing or calling in your registration for the best
chance of getting in. Limited to 30.
MENU #1:
Dave will prepare Portuguese Kale Soup with Chorizo
and Apples, Crab-stuffed Phyllo with Spring Greens
and a Tomato Vinaigrette, and Pan-roasted Duck
Breast with Wild Mushrooms and Taleggio Whipped
Potatoes.
10603.2 $79
1 Sunday @ Sweet Basil, 942 Great Plain Avenue,
Needham 2-4pm
March 3
MENU #2:
Dave will prepare White Bean Soup with Tarragon-
Poached Lobster, a Watercress Salad with a
Homemade Yogurt Dressing and Sweet Potato Crisps,
and Spring Lamb Chops over West Indian-Spiced
Garbanzo Beans with Plantain Chips and Sweet
Ginger Chutney.
10603.3 $79
1 Sunday @ Sweet Basil, 942 Great Plain Avenue,
Needham 2-4pm
April 7
Dave cooking in Sweet Basil’s kitchen
CHEESE CLASS AT WASIK’S
CHEESE SHOP
Brian Wasik, Owner of The Cheese Shop, Instructor
This very interactive and slightly over-indulgent two hour
class in all things cheese is taught by second generation
cheesemonger Brian Wasik. We will start with a
“cheese 101” tutorial, followed by extensive tasting of
multiple cheeses from different cheese families. The
evening will also include making fresh ricotta cheese,
and finishing with a cheese fondue – with ample
samplings for all. Join us for this fun, informative, and
delectable evening! Note: This is a very popular class,
so we advise faxing or calling in your registration for the
best chance of getting in. Limited to 20.
10616.3 $69
1 Monday @ The Cheese Shop (Wasik’s), 61 Central
St., Wellesley 7-9pm
March 18
10616.4 $69
1 Monday @ The Cheese Shop (Wasik’s), 61 Central
St., Wellesley 7-9pm
April 29
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