2010 Classes

Guests will LEARN from Phoenix Cooks! chefs and experts in an interactive, intimate environment in the 2010 Phoenix Cooks! Classes.

Each 30 minute Phoenix Cooks! Class was held in dedicated “breakout rooms” for a small group of 25 guests. Classes are an additional $8/person in advance and $10 the day of the event. Don’t wait too long as all the classes were sold out last year!

The Phoenix Cooks! 2010 Classes!


Salon H	Hosted by: Jan D’Atri What’s Cooking with Jan D’Atri	Classy Crepes, Beautiful Blintzes! Is it a crepe or is it a blitz? Is there a difference? Jan will teach you the secret to a perfect crepe/blintz and offer some scrumptious variations for desserts or main dish delights! Brought to you by the Arizona Milk Producers.
Salon I	Hosted by: Chef Peter DeRuvo Sassi	Man of Your Manicotti Does your manicotti need a little man’ing up? If so, Chef Peter Deruvo will show you how to revitalize this Italian Classic.
Salon J	Hosted by: Chef Bob Keiling Red Bird Farms Chicken	Chicken for Your Quality Lifestyle Is your chicken fried? Do you feel tired after eating? These easy to make chicken dishes will energize your day with clean burning All Natural Energy attained with 99% Fat Free Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
Salon K	Hosted by: Pastry Chef Lance Whipple Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale	Reviving of Seasonal Jams The art of creating amazing jams at home is being revived - learn how to make seasonal jams as well as how to incorporate them into your desserts and pastries.


Salon H	Hosted by: Jan D’Atri What’s Cooking with Jan D’Atri	The Ultimate Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich Homemade Cheese slather? It’s a Whiz! Jan blends up a from-scratch American Cheeze Whiz for the perfect Philly Cheese Steak sandwich, right down to the exact cut of the onion and rib eye! Brought to you by the Arizona Milk Producers.
Salon I	Hosted by: Brian Hirsty Bluewater Grill	Hands on Seafood Just because we live in a desert, doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy seafood. Learn from Bluewater Grill’s chef on how to sear Ahi Tuna three ways, poach Salmon with Tomato Dill Cream, Panko Catfish with a Jalapeno Tartar sauce and create a Cajun Pasta with Shrimp, Scallops and Green Mussels.
Salon J	Hosted by: Chef Bob Keiling Red Bird Farms Chicken	Chicken - Your Long Life Friend Remember those Nuggets? Sure you do, so set yourself free! These easy to make chicken dishes will prolong your Healthy Lifestyle for many years to come with 99% Fat Free Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast and today’s garden gatherings.
Salon K	Hosted by: Chef David Zino Arizona Beef Council	Beefy Tailgate What better way to kickoff tailgating season than by scoring a touchdown on the grill. Team up with beef, the star of the line-up, to dazzle your fans on game day. These beef kabobs are sure to be a crowd pleaser.


Salon H	Hosted by: Fleming’s Sommelier Fleming’s	Food & Wine Pairing for the Novice or Expert Have you ever wondered what wine to buy for your salmon dinner, your backyard BBQ, or even a 5-course steak dinner? Our friend’s at Fleming’s are going to help answer those questions. You will try four different varietals of wine and learn what works best with each of them.
Salon I	Hosted by: Gabe Carderella Dewar’s	Dewar’s Discovery Tasting whiskey is your own personal journey of discovery. Everyone finds something different - it’s all a part of the magic. Discover the subtle art of identifying the whiskey’s aromas and how scotch was born. Learn how to make your own blended scotch whiskey with the guidance of Dewar’s brand ambassador.
Salon J	Hosted by: Monique De La Torre Alaskan Brewing Company	Alaskan Amber Salmon The Best of Alaska is coming to Arizona. Learn how to make an out of this world Salmon dish using Alaskan Brewing Amber Ale. While the cooking is taking place, also taste and learn about many of Alaskan Brewing’s beers.
Salon K	Hosted by: Chef David Zino Arizona Beef Council	Burger Mania Join Chef Dave as he steps up the game of this American All-Star. Discuss burger toppings that are sure to make this game day classic the MVP.


Salon H	Hosted by: Chef Sean Currid Cafe ZuZu	Ode to the Tomato Learn all about the different heirloom varieties, and fresh and easy recipes to use at home!
Salon I	Hosted by: Milo Rodriguez Bombay Sapphire Gin	Spirit of Exploration Come explore the botanicals that make Bombay Sapphire the World’s fastest growing major premium gin. Learn about the the 10 different botanicals — like juniper, almonds and lemon — in a tasting seminar to tantalize the senses.
Salon J	Hosted by: Monique De La Torre Alaskan Brewing Company	The Art of Beer & Dessert That’s what I said, learn how to make an amazing Smoked Porter Apple Crisp using Alaskan Brewing Smoked Porter beer. You’ll be licking your fingers while learning more about many of the Alaskan Brewing beers.
Salon K	Hosted by: Pastry Chef Kaushik Chowdhury JW Marriott Desert Ridge	Chocolate Affair One of the World’s finest and most used ingredients: Chocolate Covertures. Understand and discover new and refined ways to work and enjoy chocolate while learning how important it is to inhale the aroma, admire the color, recognize texture and, of course, appreciate it’s taste.