French Countryside: A Rustic Culinary Experience

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French Countryside: Rustic Elegance from the Kitchen

Imagine a cozy evening in a French country kitchen, where fresh herbs perfume the air, seasonal ingredients take center stage, and a thoughtfully prepared meal brings everyone to the table.

In this hands-on Farm Fusion cooking class, we’ll celebrate the warmth and simplicity of French countryside cooking with a menu that balances rich, savory flavors with fresh, seasonal touches and a classic French dessert.

You’ll learn how to pan-sear pork chops to create a beautiful golden crust, then baste them with butter, garlic, and fresh rosemary for a tender, flavorful finish. We’ll prepare a creamy butternut squash risotto, building its signature texture through a gradual addition of warm broth and finishing touches that bring everything together.

To balance the richness of the meal, we’ll create a crisp frisée and apple salad tossed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. Then we’ll finish on a sweet note with individual Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée, discovering the simple techniques behind this impressive yet approachable French dessert.

Whether you’re looking to expand your cooking skills, enjoy a memorable evening out, or simply bring a little French countryside charm into your own kitchen, this class is an invitation to slow down, cook with intention, and savor every bite.

On the menu:

• Rosemary & Butter-Basted Pork Chops — Golden, pan-seared pork chops finished with garlic, fresh rosemary, and a rich butter baste.

• Butternut Squash Risotto — Creamy Arborio rice with sweet roasted squash, Parmesan, and a touch of fresh herbs.

• Frisée & Apple Salad — Delicate greens, crisp apples, and a bright Dijon vinaigrette for a refreshing contrast.

• V anilla Bean Crème Brûlée

Come hungry, leave inspired, and take home techniques you’ll be excited to use again.

What To Expect: Great cooking is about more than recipes—it's about techniques. In our classes you'll work together with other students in a fun, hands-on environment led by our professional chef instructors.

• Classes are 2 to 2 1/2 hours, unless otherwise noted above

• You will work with other students in groups of 2-4

• Hands-on classes are limited to 12 students

• You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class

• Class is for participants over the age of 18.

• Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back

• You will enjoy a generous taste of every dish- please bring a dish to take home left-overs.

• Non-alcoholic beverages are provided.

• Beer/wine/cocktails available for purchase if over 21. No outside alcohol is allowed.

• Tickets are non-refundable, even if you should become ill. You are welcome to sell or give your ticket to a friend or family member if you can't make it.

• Farm Fusion recipes are developed using common cooking and baking ingredients that may or may not be specified in the menu titles, including various fruits and vegetables, nuts, meats, spices, wheat flours, etc. If you have a food allergy, please check with Dawn before attending the class. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.