Whole Foods Bellevue Current Events

Wine with Food

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Every Saturday

1:00pm-3:00pm in Salud! | $5
Drop in and sample up to five wines for $5. Wine is chosen by our wine experts. Paired with delicious food from our catering and specialty departments!

SUNDAY COFFEE Tasting

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sundays!

9-10am in Salud! | FREE
Drop in and enjoy coffee like a pro. Just like our wine tasting, a Different Roaster and Beans will be featured each week. You'll be sniffing, slurping, swallowing and learning how to evaluate coffee's fragrance, aroma, taste, nose, aftertaste and body. Say "Good morning!" with us every Sunday this fall!

Singles Happy Hour

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Every First Tuesday

5:30-7:00pm in Salud! | $1
Once a month Salud! is the spot for singles. For just $1 you get a 2 ounce wine tasting and gourmet nibbles. Bring a friend and meet a new friend. Each week, Chef Joy will entice you to try a new taste, a different ingredient or demonstrate a quick cooking technique. Bring a few singles and a few singles$ for a happy hour.

Wine with Food Time: Italy

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, March 11th

7 to 8:30pm in Salud! | $20
Matthew McKinnon, our Whole Foods wine guru, takes you to Italy! From Sangiovese to Trebbiano, navigating the wine shop shelves to find an Italian wine that will complement a Friday night lasagna can be a fun-filled experience - if you are armed with a little Italian wine knowledge. This is a great class for beginners and a valuable class for advanced oenophiles too. Matthew's laid back yet sophisticated style will guide you through a blind tasting then encourage you to discover food pairings for each wine. Must pre-register. A light bite night, not a full meal.

Friday Night with Friends

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 12th

6-8pm in Salud! | $35
One for the cook and one for the pot? Tonight Chef Joy will cook up a few of her one pot wonders without getting sauced. Perfect meals for Cold Weather entertaining and make ahead celebrations. On the Menu with Salads and Wine:

Seafood Bouillabaisse
Award Winning White Chili with Cheddar Garlic Bread
Asian Hot Pot with Beef and Udon Noodles
Braised Ham with Madeira and Raisin Sauce
Baked Apple Bread Pudding with Cognac Carmel

SPECIAL FOOD AND WINE EVENT Big Night: An Italian Sunday Supper

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sunday, March 14th

4pm to 6pm in Salud! | $40
There is nothing like the ritual of sitting down to an Italian table. The food is twice blessed, once by the cooks and once by the eaters. During a Sunday dinner, dreams are dreamed, life decisions are discussed and love can blossom. There is alwys a place for a guest to join the table. Be our guest tonight. Chef Joy and Matthew McKinnon, our in vino veritas wine guy, say to you, Mangia! Mangia!

Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi
Aunt Angie's White Beans, Sausage and Winter Greens
Braided Pork Loin Braised with Artichoke Hearts
Finocchio Salad with Dill / Warm Gorgonzola and Fig Jam
Zabaione with Berries

Erin Go Bragh... One Day Early

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, March 16th

6-8pm in Salud! | $35
Ireland Forever! That's what we all say on St. Patrick's Day. Celebrate in Salud! with Chef Joy and a few of Whole Foods Market's Irish team members. Richie from the meat Department will do an Irish Jig and set some Corned Beef in Beer a-bubblin'. Mattie McKinnon, from the wine department will show us how to make Black and Tans. He says that French Fries with Curry Gravy is real Pub food. We'll try that and more. We'll search for shamrocks in the salad greens and cook and feast the Irish way. If leprechauns truly exist, they'll be joining us for this class.
Also on the Menu:

Irish Lamb Stew
Mrs. Murphy's Fish Chowder
Irish Coffee Crème Brûlée

Girls Night Out: Spice up Your Life

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 19th

6-8pm in Salud! | $35
No Herbs tonight, just spice girls. There was a time when spices were so precious that they were kept in locked boxes. Tonight we'll unlock exotic flavors and use spices in new ways. Wine will be served, dancing is allowed. On the Menu:

Curried Pear Salad
5 Spice Beef Tenderloin
Fusilli with Mushrooms and Nutmeg
Cardamom Cake with Cinnamon Chocolate Frosting

Vegetarian Comfort Food (Vegan)

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, March 22nd

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $25
March may come roaring in like a Lion but tonight we'll sooth the savage beast with a menu designed to make him feel cozy and ready to give up his carnivorous ways. Corn Braised in Coconut Milk with Green Chilies, Caribbean Black Bean Soup, Build a Spud Sweet Potato Bar with 15 toppers, Blackberry Margarita Cobbler. Doesn't that make your eyes light up and your tummy say "Howdy!" Comfort wines too. All Vegan recipes.

Creole & Cajun Cookin'

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 24th

6-8pm in Salud! | $35
Let the goods times roll tonight as we kick back and make some gumbo yaya. How spicy do we like it? We'll have to take a vote while we pout Beer and Wine. On the Menu:

Shrimp Remoulade
Spinach Salad with Andouille and Blood Oranges
Cooking Method, How to Blacken... we'll cook Tilapia
Creole Oxtail Gumbo
Bananas Foster

Date Night: Greek Island Hopping

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 26th

6-8pm in Salud! | $35
Opa! Greek cooking is simple, friendly, elegant, and healthy. It reflects the bounty of the Mediterranean as well as the diverse cultures that have made Greece their home throughout the centuries. Too often we eat Greek food from plastic containers, let's change that tonight. There are so many great foods and recipes where shall we start? Let's start here, with wine pairings:

Homemade Hummus and Tzatziki
Prawns with Orange Juice Brandy and Oregano
Avgolemona, Greek Orzo, Lemon and Chicken Soup
Lamb Chops with Thyme, Honey and Mint
Red Currant Crunch with Marzipan Stuffed Dates

Lunch & Learn: Egg-cellent!

Mon, 5 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, April 5th

12noon to 1pm in Salud! | $15
Eggs are magic. They leaven, bind, thicken and enrich other ingredients. They taste good boiled, scrambled, poached, boiled, baked and fried. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are the perfect class for a Lunch and Learn hour. We'll use up your extra Easter Eggs! On the menu:

Tortilla Breakfast Soup
Georgia Cracker Salad with Country Ham
Perfect Popovers
White Chocolate and Raspberry Crème Brûlée

Spring Time in Salud!

Wed, 7 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, April 7th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
What are the flavors of spring? Tonight Chef Joy and Specialty team member Ned White will answer that question with a 5 course meal. They'll fill a market basket with the ripest and the freshest the store has to offer. Lamb with Rhubarb Chutney, Wild Rice and Ricotta Fritters, and Lemon Mousse hint at the dishes that might appear. If you know Ned, then you know there will be plenty of springtime cheeses too. Ned and Chef Joy are both raconteurs and foodies. Tonight they'll be at their best, enjoying each other's styles. Expect laughter, learning and lively food with wine pairings. Don't miss this class.

Wine Time with Matthew McKinnon: Tour de France

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, April 16th

7 to 8:30pm in Salud! | $20
The French take their wine quite seriously. An impressive wine list can be frightening to a novice wine drinker. Tonight Matthew will break it down and take your taste buds on a tour of grand crus and vins ordinaries. A great class for beginners and a valuable class for advanced oenophiles too. Matthew's laid back yet sophisticated style will guide you through a blind tasting then encourage you to discover food pairings for each wine. Must pre-register. A light bite night, not a full meal. À votre santé... to your health, cheers!

An Excellent Seafood Adventure: East vs. West

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, April 21st

6pm to 8pm in Salud! | $40
Two of Bellevue's Whole Foods Market Fish Mongers are also two wonderful seafood cooks. But their styles are so different. Charles Julian hails from Texas and puts a Wild West-Mex spin on his fish. Ted Warren calls his cuisine Asian-Island Fusion. His Hawaiian upbringing colors his cuisine. We'll give 'em each the same fish and shell fish then let the battle begin. With Chef Joy moderating, adding side dishes and pouring wine, the race is on. The winners? Everyone who signs up for this class!

Indian Grill

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, April 22nd

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Tonight we take our inspiration from the exotic and fragrant flavors of Indian cuisine. Cumin, coriander, cardamom, mustard seeds, tamarind... won't it be exciting to incorporate these tastes into your next Barbeque! We'll also learn how to pair wines with this intriguing cuisine. On the menu:

Mango Raita / Carrot Coconut Salad
Braised Corn in Green Chutney
Tandoori Chicken Kebabs
Garam Masala Lamb Chops
Spiced Lime Ginger Punch

Special Spanish Wine and Food Event: Feria de Abril

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, April 28th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $40
The April Fair is Seville's week long party of the year. Just strolling along the walks of the fair village is an experience. You meet carriages pulled by noble Andalusian horses, parades with riders in their traditional costumes and women wearing gipsy style flamenco dresses. The walls are surfaced with a special yellow soil called Albero and lined by more than a thousand stalls where the Sevillans practically live during the fair, meeting their relatives and invited guests, enjoying the food, drink and dancing. Can we do that in Salud? Not quite, but we promise you a party. Matthew McKinnon will be pouring Spanish wine and telling us stories about his week at the fair. Chef Joy will serve up Spanish Tapas and maybe she'll dance the flamingo?! On the menu:

Stuffed Prawns
Andalusian White Gazpacho
Tortilla Espanola
Patatas Bravas
And More... More... More...

Special Wine Event: Sherry Baby

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, April 30th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
The first documented mention of Sherry comes from 1 BC, it's a taste that goes back thousands of years. Here in Bellevue, we've forgotten how wonderful a crisp, dry, nutty and tangy, Fino Sherry tastes as an aperitif. Have you ever poured Pedro Ximénez Crème sherry over Vanilla Ice cream for dessert? Why aren't we drinking Sherry? Critics have written that it's the world's most neglected wine treasure. Tonight, with the help of wine buyer, Stephen Carroll we bring Sherry back. You will discover that it is really really good. Evening will include, Garlic Prawns, Onion Soup with Gruyere, Honeyed Fig and Roquefort Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette, Roasted Pork Loin with Apple Chutney, home churned Vanilla Mascarpone Ice-cream. She - e - e-e-e-e-ry baby, can you come out tonight?

Back By Popular Demand: Greek Island Hopping

Wed, 5 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, May 5th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Opa! Greek cooking is simple, friendly, elegant, and healthy. It reflects the bounty of the Mediterranean as well as the diverse cultures that have made Greece their home throughout the centuries. Too often we eat Greek food from plastic containers, let's change that tonight. There are so many great foods and recipes where shall we start? Let's start here, with wine pairings:

Homemade Hummus and Tzatziki
Prawns with Orange Juice Brandy and Oregano
Avgolemona, Greek Orzo, Lemon and Chicken Soup
Lamb Chops with Thyme, Honey and Mint
Red Currant Crunch with Marzipan Stuffed Dates

Home Alone

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, May 17th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Explore mind-twisting strategies and full flavored, easy recipes that will change the way you think about your evening meal. Chef Joy will be cooking up Chesapeake Bay Shrimp, Pasta en Brodo, Eggs Brûlée from France and more surprises, secrets and tastes. No more eating out of a box or over the sink!

Pronto! Quick Italian

Wed, 19 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, May 19th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Attenzione! It is possible to prepare the sauce in the time it takes to cook the Pasta. We'll do it tonight plus 4 more easy elegant courses. Fantastico menu for entertaining. Wonderful way to spend a Wednesday evening. On the menu with wine pairings:

Escarole Soup with Green Gnocchi
Radicchio Salad with Ricotta Salata
Linguine with Walnut Sauce and Prosciutto
Lemon Scallop Sauté with Broccoli Rabe and Fried Tomatoes
Panna Cotta with Berries

Wine Time with Matthew McKinnon: Oregon Ho!

Thu, 20 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, May 20th

7 to 8:30pm in Salud! | $20

Oregon wines have gained international attention because of their delicate flavor, crisp finish and relatively low alcohol content. The success and popularity of Oregon's 250 wineries are on the menu tonight. Matthew has also decided to focus on wines that personify Spring and Summer. A great class for beginners and a valuable class for advanced oenophiles. Matthew's ability to teach and entertain makes for a delightful evening. He will guide you through a blind tasting then encourage you to discover food pairings for each wine. This class will set you up for a season of entertaining. Must pre-register. A light bite night, not a full meal.

Wine makes daily living easier, less hurried, with fewer tensions and more tolerance. - Benjamin Franklin

Date Night: I Love Paris in the Springtime

Fri, 21 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, May 21st

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
I love Paris, why, oh why do I love Paris? Nate King Cole sings it, tonight we'll cook it. The Salud! kitchen turns into a Bistro with simple and lusty food.

French wine will be served, of course. Eat, learn and enjoy life tonight at Chez Joie... Oo-La-La!

On the Menu:

Soup L'Oignon with Gruyere
Mussels Ratatouille
Lamb Stew in White Wine with Sorrell
Raspberry Honey Gelée

Three Ingredient Cooking

Mon, 24 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, May 24th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Let's beat the Monday Blues 1...2...3... It's a great night to keep it easy. The clarity and flavor that comes from simplicity is often overlooked. Expect intense fresh tastes, easy preparations and recipes that you will use again and again. Straightforward, honest wines to match. On the Menu:

Tomato Soup with Smoked Mozzarella
Spinach, Chorizo & Orange Salad
Dilled Salmon with Lemony Potato Salad
Insanely Simple Chocolate Mousse

The Fast Gourmet - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!?

Tue, 25 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, May 25th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Whaaaat? Tonight Chef Joy serves up a gourmet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in just one class. She's showing off how easy and fast it is to cook up savory, satisfying and stimulating meals. Menus perfect for entertaining. Good class for beginners and cooks who want new recipes that will be used over and over. Wine tasting too, even with breakfast.

Strawberry and Cream Cheese Strata with Arugula Salad
Spectacular Tomato Soup with Salmon Croquettes and Peach Chutney
Sesame Lemon Chicken with Carrot and Zucchini Ribbons
Pancake Sundays with Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce

Lunch & Learn: Rotisserie Chicken to the Rescue

Thu, 27 May 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, May 27th

12noon to 1:00pm in Sauld! | $15
We've only got an hour, that's just enough time to teach flavorful, practical and healthy ways to use a store-bought cooked Chicken. We'll use the wings, legs, breast and even the carcass. Lunch today will help you make a quick dinner tonight. On the menu:

Mustard Caper Sauced Chicken
Chicken A L'Orange
Hoisin Lettuce Wraps

Easy Entertaining: Mexican Buffet

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, June 4th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
Welcome guests to your Hacienda for a fuss-free fast Fiesta! Senorita Joy will show you party ideas for a buffet based on Mexican cuisine. Seafood Ceviche, Chicken Mole, Shredded Pork in Green Chili Sauce, Drunken Beans, Cocoa Flan and Salsa, Salsa, Salsa... hot, spicy and sweet. Sangria and Beer...South of the Border Cheer... Ole!

Date Night: Cooking with Garlic

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, June 11th

6 to 8pm in Salud! | $35
GARLIC is the subject of tonight's class. In 1918 Henri Leclerc, a French writer scorned Garlic by calling it rose puante, the stinking rose. In our kitchen we call it one of the most important seasoning in the kitchen. Slow roasted it can be sweet, chopped or smashed garlic is sharp and assertive. Follow your nose to this class as we explore and enjoy Garlic. Full meal with wine. Can we handle Garlic Ice Cream for dessert? On the Menu:

Garlic Simmered in Oil and Vinegar
40 Cloves of Garlic Chicken
Basil Custard
Seafood Chowder