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• Wed, Nov 11th

  Fall Soups

  6 to 8:30 pm $40 - Demonstration

  Here comes the season where nothing beats a good pot of flavorful, comforting soup - the ultimate, cool weather comfort food. You will understand the proper foundations of soup-making and learn to make a wide range of soups that incorporate the flavors of Fall.

  Menu: Pumpkin Bisque with Crème Fraîche; Purée of Broccoli with Wild Mushrooms; Cream of Tomato; New England-Style Clam Chowder; and Chilled Apple Soup with Sour Cream.

  Instructor: Antonio Matarese

• Thurs, Nov 12

  Champagne & Sparkling Wines

  6:30 to 8:30 pm $40 - Demonstration

  Champagnes and sparkling wines are ideal candidates for sipping during the holidays, and the range of options and prices in this category are enormous. Join us for a primer in choosing Champagnes and sparkling wines, and learn to taste the difference between truly magnificent sparklers and all the rest. Learn how Champagne is made and then compare it to similarly made sparkling wines in a blind tasting. You'll assess non-vintage, vintage, rose, blanc de blancs, blanc de noir, and others. Along the way, we'll discuss ideal serving temperatures, how to predict the dryness of sparkling wines, and compare the traditional method of production with other processes. This course will offer selections to fit various budgets and suggest imaginative choices to enliven your holiday festivities.

  Instructor: Donna Brousseau

• Sat, Nov 14th

  Holiday Bread Baking (Sold Out)

  9:30a to 12:30 pm $55 - Hands-on

  Discover easy and delicious breads perfect for holiday occasions. You'll learn how to work with yeast and create doughs from various flours to make quick breads, loaves, rolls, and focaccia. Students learn the techniques for proper measuring, proofing, and shaping dough and go home with the confidence to enjoy baking for the holidays. Lunch will be served.

  Menu: Sweet Potato Biscuits; Parker House Yeast Rolls; Parmesan & Poppyseed Cheese Straws; Cranberry Walnut Pumpkin Loaf; and Leaf-Shaped Rosemary Focaccia.

  Instructor: Antonio Matarese

• Tues, Nov 17th

  Cooking Value Meals

  11 to 11:30 am No cost - Demonstration (Space is limited; registration is required)

  Discover new and delicious recipes for a family of 4, all at a great value!
  Break out of your box and learn simply delicious meals that the whole family will enjoy.
  Let the chefs at Salud! Cooking School share our favorite recipes
  and easy techniques to get fresh and healthy meals on the table at terrific values.
  Menu; Layered Turkey Enchiladas (perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers!

• Tues, Nov 17th

  Entertaining Friends: A Casual Fall Dinner

  6 to 9 pm $65 - Hands-on

  Whether it's a splendid outdoor setting or a cozy dining room, discover how fun entertaining friends can be with an easy menu that is beautifully presented. In addition to great tasting recipes, students learn fabulous serving ideas incorporating natural elements that showcase the textures and colors of fall - from drinks, to candles, even how to fold your napkins. Students leave with the know-how and inspiration to enjoy hosting their friends at home.

  Menu: Wild Mushroom Toasts; Salad with Spiced Pecans & Red Pear; Autumn Leaf Pommes Anna; Classic Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Cream; Corn Shuck Bread with Maple Butter; and Apple Crisps with Vanilla Brown Butter.

  Instructor: Antonio Matarese

• Wed, Nov 18th

  Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres (Sold Out)

  6 to 9 pm $50 - Hands-on

  Let's pop open the champagne and get ready for your next holiday soirée! Whether you want fresh ideas for things to bring to a party or you're hosting your own, learn a host of delicious and festive little bites that are quick and easy.

  Menu: Petit Seafood Cakes; Broiled Figs with Stilton & Apricot Chutney; Citrus-Spiced Mixed Olives; Camembert Walnut Pastries; Bourbon Steak Toasts with Horseradish Cream; Spiced Pumpkin Seeds; Trio of Savory Puffed Cheese Straws: Black Olive Tapenade, Pesto, Parmesan, & Pepper Jack Cheese; Fried Shrimp Toasts; and Fingerling Potato Bites with Smoked Salmon & Crème Frâiche.

  Instructor: Antonio Matarese

• Thurs, Nov 19th

  Thanksgiving Sides

  6 to 8 pm $35 - Demonstration

  Delight your guests with a menu of classic American dishes, with a few new updates. Thanksgiving turkey is usually the main event, but it's often the sides that really get the compliments. We'll share some of our favorite side dishes as well as a few tips for a perfectly roasted turkey.

  Menu: Poached Pear Salad with Bleu Cheese & Candied Pecans; Orange Cranberry Sauce with Mint; Mashed Potatoes & Parsnips with Garlic Gremolata; Sweet Potato Tartlets with Pecan Pralines; and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts.

  Instructor: Antonio Matarese

• Fri, Nov 20th

  Wines for Thanksgiving Tasting

  6:30 to 7:30 pm $15 - Demonstration

  What wines to serve with turkey? A simple question that has lots of answers. Join us for an entertaining tasting of the best wines to serve on Thanksgiving and learn what makes sense to serve with all the various foods likely to be on the table. Find out how not to go over budget, especially if your guest list looks like a football team roster!

  Instructor: Christine Dart

• Sat, Nov 21st

  Thanksgiving Pies & Tarts

  9:30a to 12:30 pm $35 - Hands-on (For ages 6 to 9)

  What would Thanksgiving be without flaky, delicious pies and tarts? This class teaches young bakers everything they need to know to craft glorious desserts perfect for fall and the holiday table. There's no better time for kids to learn the basics of pastry and baking. They'll start with preparing flaky and sweet pietocrust doughs, and then make a variety of pies and tarts they can make at home to grace the holiday table. Students leave with the know-how and recipes to recreate their favorite specialty for the big day... just in time for those family gatherings where Aunt Gert's spice cake will no longer be the star! Students will take home one petite pie to share with friends and family. Lunch will be served

  Menu: Apple Pie with Autumn Leaf & Acorn Crust; Cranberry Tart with Nut Crust; Pumpkin Pie with Spiced Cream; and Upside-Down Pear Tart.

  Instructor: Scott Yaegle

• Sat, Nov 21st

  Thanksgiving Pies & Tarts

  2:30 to 5:30 pm $35 - Hands-on (For ages 10 to 12)

  What would Thanksgiving be without flaky, delicious pies and tarts? This class teaches young bakers everything they need to know to craft glorious desserts perfect for fall and the holiday table. There's no better time for kids to learn the basics of pastry and baking. They'll start with preparing flaky and sweet pie-crust doughs, and then make a variety of pies and tarts they can make at home to grace the holiday table. Students leave with the know-how and recipes to recreate their favorite specialty for the big day... just in time for those family gatherings where Aunt Gert's spice cake will no longer be the star! Students will take home one petite pie to share with friends and family. Lunch will be served.

  Menu: Apple Pie with Autumn Leaf & Acorn Crust; Cranberry Tart with Nut Crust; Pumpkin Pie with Spiced Cream; and Upside-Down Pear Tart.

  Instructor: Scott Yaegle

• Tues, Nov 24th

  Fall Open House

  12 to 4 pm NO COST

  While you're doing your Thanksgiving shopping, stop into Salud! to taste what the fall season has to offer and pick up the recipes to make these seasonal favorites at home. Register to win gift certificates to cooking and wine classes, sample Spiced Apple Cider, Pumpkin Bisque, Cornbread & Sage Stuffing, Apple Walnut Bread, and even get tips for roasting the perfect turkey!  

How to Register

• Register online.
• Call us at 770.442.3354

Seating and enrollment are on a first-come, first-served basis. If a class is sold out, please call 770.442.3354 or email us at salud.duluth@wholefoods.com to be placed on our waiting list. With some exceptions, registration closes 48 hours prior to class. Payment is made at the time of registration.

Getting Here

Salud! is located inside of Whole Foods Market in Duluth-Johns Creek at 5945 State Bridge Road, Duluth, GA 30097 map & directions

Class Information

All classes include recipes or a class lecture packet and servings of each recipe prepared.

• Hands-On Classes

  Be prepared to cook! Please remember to wear flat, closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Aprons and towels will be provided for your use in class. Students are divided into groups at the discretion of the instructor. Snacks are provided during class. Towards the end of class, you will be seated to enjoy your meal along with wine. Classes are limited to 12 students unless noted otherwise.

• Demonstration Classes

  Relax and watch us do the work! You will be seated throughout the class and encouraged to ask lots of questions. Tastings of each recipe are served typically as they are prepared. Classes include up to two glasses of red or white wine.

• Kids & Teens Classes

  Kids and teens should wear flat, closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Students are divided into groups at the discretion of the instructor. Snacks are provided during class and students are seated at the end of class to enjoy the meal they have prepared. Classes are limited to 12 students unless noted otherwise.

• Wine & Cheese Classes

  You will be seated throughout the class and encouraged to ask lots of questions as you taste each wine or cheese. Fruit, cheese and bread are served.

Arrival

Please check in at the customer service desk upon arrival. We recommend arriving 15 minutes prior to the start of class. You will be directed to the cooking school located on the mezzanine level.

Cancellation Policy

Please note that refunds cannot be given for no-shows or cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to a class. Although we make every effort to avoid changes to our class schedule, Salud! reserves the right to cancel any class due to low registration or substitute instructors in case of an emergency.

Private Classes

Need a place to have your next corporate event, shower or birthday party? We offer custom-designed demonstration or hands-on classes. Call us at 770.442.3354.

Mailing List

Would you like to receive the quarterly calendar of classes, special offers, and seasonal recipes by email? Call us at 770.442.3354 or email us at salud.duluth@wholefoods.com to be added to our electronic mailing list.

Gift Certificates

Give the gift of cooking! For the cooks in your life there's no better gift than gift certificates to Salud! in denominations of $35 to $65. Available for purchase by calling 770.442.3354 or in person at the Customer Service desk.

Knife Sharpening Services

If you have dull knives that long ago lost their edge, the edge can be recreated and be like new again! Its easy...drop off your dull knives by Tuesday at 9 p.m. and pick up anytime after Thursday at 9 a.m. The fee is $4.50 for a straight edge and $6 for a serrated edge or scissors. Drop off and pick up is at the Customer Service Desk at Whole Foods Market in Duluth-Johns Creek at 5945 State Bridge Road.

 

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