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February
We have a lot to celebrate this month! Join us for Valentine's Day kid's crafts on Feb. 6th or learn to cook with chocolate on Feb. 9th. Don't forget Chocolate Fest on Feb. 11th!
We're also celebrating Mardi Gras with a Creole brunch cooking class on Feb. 17th and a Louisiana Cajun cooking class on March 2nd. We hope to see you in class.
Saturday, February 6th
Kid's Crafts & Cupcake Decorating for Valentine's Day
2:00pm to 3:30pm $15.00 per person
Today we'll have lots of Valentine's Day fun with 'Stained Glass' hanging hearts made from crayons & wax paper, peek-a-boo heart cards and red velvet cupcake decorating.
Suggested for kids between the ages of 4 and 10. We ask that one parent per party stay in the room and assist as needed. We have a few spaces left- sign up at guest services today.
Sunday, February 7th
Big Game Day
Stop by the store for your party needs. We'll have ready to go chips & dips, vegetable & fruit platters, fresh shrimp platters and ready to cook wings. Regular store hours from 8am to 10pm.
Tuesday, February 9th
Savory Chocolate
6:00pm to 9:00pm $45.00 per person
The ancient Mayans discovered the magical powers of savory chocolate dishes hundreds of years ago, but we rarely find chocolate these days in anything but dessert. Join us to discover many ways you can add flavor depth and richness to your savory dishes by including anti-oxidant and nutrient dense cacao.
Tonight's menu includes: Cacao Nib Green Salad, Oaxacan Mole Negro, Xocolatl-Encrusted Halibut, Scharffen Berger Cacao Nib Rubbed Tri Tip Roast and Vegetarian Chocolate Chili
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1 Hr. Hands-On Focus: Gourmet Cuisine
Wendesday, February 10th
Sherry: The Cask of Amantillado with Tanya Darling
6:90pm to 9:00pm $40.00 per person
Once the most popular drink of the Brittish Empire the unique and diverse wines of Southern Spain's "Sherry" (or Xerez) region range from the driest to the sweetest wines of the world. Often misunderstood and mistaken for being nothing more than an oxidative, sweet wine that your grandmother kept stored for years on end above the stove for cooking, the charm seems to have been tragically lost on the modern American generation.
Come join Tanya Darling find out the real story; the uniqueness, the history, the versatility of this once and still great wine! Wine is served with cheese pairing and a selection of light appetizers.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate. Please note the date of this class has changed from Thurs. 2/11 to Wed. 2/10.
Thursday, February 11th
Chocolate Fest
5:00pm to 8:00PM $5 donation to Hero's for the Homeless
Tonight we celebrate the foods that spell romance with our Chocolate fest, a store wide sampling event featuring delicious nibbles from every department. Your $5 donation to Heroes for the Homeless, grants you entry into our Chocolate Fest.
By purchasing a Passport you will be entered in a drawing to win a chocolate lovers dream gift basket! The drawing will be held at Chocolate Fest, you do not need to be present to win.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate in the wine tasting.
Sunday, February 14th
Happy Valentine's Day
Need a special gift for your sweetheart? We'll have 30 Tulips for $20 or a dozen Roses for $14.99!
Tuesday, February 16th
Social Happy Hour- Fat Tuesday!
5:30pm to 7:00pm $3.00 per person
Join us in the cooking studio for 2 oz. wine and beer tastes paired with Creole appetizer bites. Meet with friends or make new friends as you enjoy lively Zydeco music.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate. Advance sign up is not required. Wristbands will be issued upon entrance.
Wednesday, February 17th
Louisiana Creole Brunch
6:00pm to 9:00pm $35.00 per person
Special guest chef from our prepared foods team, Chaz, will be joining us in celebration of Mardi Gras. Originating in New Orleans, Creole cuisine is heavily influenced by classic French. This beautiful brunch is rich with flavor and tradition. No polenta grits today! Only heritage white hominy grits grown in the southern states do these recipes justice.
Tonight's menu includes: Pain Perdu, Beignets, Pan Skillet Creole Salmon and Eggs Sardou, Shrimp & Grits, Cajun Benedict with Collard Greens & Smoky Hollandaise
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1Hr. Hands On Focus: Creole Cuisine
Thursday, February 18th
Sounds Libations with Oscar Blues
6:00pm to 9:00pm $35.00 per person
Hosted By In-House Beer Sommelier, Joel Klemenhagen
Carefully crafted beer, meet the can. Can, meet high quality and flavor depth. This ingenious relationship is just one of many reasons why we love Oscar Blues. Others include their infamous 'Dale's Pale Ale,' bold 'Ten Fidy', smooth 'Mama's Little Yella Pils,' jaw dropping Scottish strong 'Old Chub' and the luscious 'Gordon's Ale.'
These satisfying brews will be perfectly paired with a chef inspired multi-course meal. Join the beer conversation, pick up some gourmet cooking tips and win fabulous brewery prizes.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate. Space for this special class is limited. Sign up today.
Saturday, February 20th
Dealing with Stress Naturally
2:00pm to 3:00pm $10.00 per person
With Special Guest Presentation by Jason Green, D.C. of Vitality Chiropractic
Stress is a silent killer, but there are many ways in which you can support a healthy response to stress through diet, exercise, nutritional supplementation, aromatherapy and seeking chiropractic, naturopath and acupuncture care from a licensed professional. Come learn about your natural options in combating stress.
Wednesday, February 24th
Thai Curries
6:00pm to 9:00pm $35.00 per person
Time to turn up the heat with satisfying and spicy traditional Thai curries! Come learn basic curry combinations as a base for several hearty rainy day meals. These coconut milk dishes can easily be made vegan with noodles and produce, or traditional with seafood, chicken or beef.
Tonight's menu includes: Yellow, Red, Green, Jungle and Massaman Curries
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1 Hr. Hands-On Focus: Ethnic Cuisine
Thursday, February 25th
The Visionary vs. The Shepherd Wine Tasting with Complimentary Film
6:00pm to 9:00pm $30.00 per person
Join Tanya in a special class where we'll explore the meaning of "terroir" in European wine tradition & impact of globalization on various wine-producing regions. As part of this exploration, we're offering a complimentary viewing of the documentary film, Mondovino. The film pits the ambitions of large, multinational wine producers with a world vision (in particular Robert Mondavvi), against the smaller, traditional producers who consider themselves more as shepherds of nature, in search of wines that truly express a speceficity of place & time (or terroir). The film also focuses on the influence of consultants like Michael Rollands & critics like Robert Parker in defining an international style.
Our tasting will feature wines from several of the great producers followed in the film, accompanied by regional cheeses, a selection of light appetizers and concluded by a discussion.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
Humane Society's Max Mobile
11:00am -2:00pm Free!
Looking for a four legged friend to bring into your family? Then look no further! Today we'll be hosting our friends from the Seattle Humane Society with their Max Mobile! They'll be out with cats, dogs and even rabbits that are looking for a loving home to call their own!
Friday, February 26th
Haitian Relief Dinner
5:30pm to 8:30pm $15.00 per meal, $3 pints of beer & glasses of wine with 100% of the proceeds to benefit the Haitian Earthquake Relief Fund
We're serving up a delicious Haitian meal and local drinks to support the relief efforts of AmeriCares Disaster Relief organization. Our team members and several of our local partner vendors are volunteering their support for this amazing meal and important cause.
Tonight's menu: Fried Plantains with Lime Sauce, Creole Jambalaya (Both Vegetarian & Meat), Red Rice & Beans, Spinach in Creamy Coconut Sauce, Traditional Haitian Cake, Sweet Iced Tea
For more information about the non-profit organization we are supporting, please visit: http://www.americares.org/
Saturday, February 27th
Parmigiano Reggiano- Whole Wheel Cracking
12:00pm Free
Behind the Rind Starring Parmigiano Reggiano
5:00pm to 7:00pm $5.00 per person
Produced in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, the intense flavor and complexity of our Parmigiano Reggiano can be attributed to the love and pride that our small artisan producers put into every wheel we hand select.
Come discover the difference for yourself. We'll have a host of appetizer bites featuring our star cheese paired with traditional Italian wines.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate in wine tasting.
Tuesday, March 2nd
Gourmet Date Night
6:00pm to 9:00pm $35.00 per person
Bring romance home. We'll teach guests of any talent level the skills needed to create the perfect gourmet candlelit meal.
Tonight's menu includes: Lobster Macaroni & Cheese, Cherry Tomato Dandelion Salad, Champagne Risotto, Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Curry Butter & Apple Cider Delicata Squash and Crème Fraiche Sorbet
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1 Hr. Hands-On Focus: Gourmet Cooking
Wednesday, March 3rd
Down-home Cajun Feast
6:00pm to 9:00pm $45.00 per person
This special cooking class with Chef Chaz will explore the cuisine rituals of Southern Louisiana. Come learn the time honored tradition of making 'roux' and how to use the 'Holy Trinity' as the base for these finger- licking good, rustic Cajun meals.
Tonight's menu includes: Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya, Seafood Gumbo, Chicken Sauce Piquant, Dirty Rice & Black Eyed Peas, Skillet Hush Puppies and Satsuma Buttermilk Pie
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1 Hr. Hands-On Focus: Classic Cajun Cuisine
March 4th- March 10th
The community culinary center will be closed during this time frame.
Thursday, March 11th
What is "Terroir"?: French Wine Education Series with Tanya Darling
6:00pm to 8:00pm $40.00 per class -or- $160.00 for the 5 class series
"Terroir" is probably the most misunderstood term in the wine lover's vocabulary. The direct translation is "earth"; the expression of nature and geology through wine, but how can one discern which flavors are a result of the soil and which are the result of a myriad of other variables such as vintage, grape variety, or choices that are made by the winemaker? In this class Tanya Darling will lead students through a tasting aimed at getting to the point of the dilemma, exploring the concept of "terroir" and how one wine can be truly distinctive from it's neighbor.
The wine selections will be paired with light appetizers and cheese. This is the first class of this 5 part series focused on French wine education.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
Saturday, March 13th
Leprechaun Kid's Crafts & Cookie Decorating
10:00am to 11:30am $15.00 per child
Let your little ones explore their St. Patrick's day creative side! We'll make simple Irish soda bread, snack on green pepper shamrocks, decorate 'gold nugget' cookies and paper 'pots o' gold' with potato stamps to take home their Leprechaun loot.
Suggested for kids between the ages of 4 and 10. We ask that one parent per party stay in the room and assist as needed. Space is limited to 15 kids- sign up at guest services today.
Tuesday, March 16th
What's a Gefilte Fish? and Other Tastes of Passover
4:00pm - 7:00pm Free! ($1 wine tasting)
Wondering about the gefilte fish?-is it sustainably fished? farmed or wild? frozen or fresh? Join Jewish Family Service, Jconnect Seattle, and Whole Foods Market for a wonderful Passover Food tasting. Come learn about Passover, and enjoy foods such as gefilte fish, matzoh ball soup, and more!. Wine and beer samples also available for $1, proceeds will be donated to the Whole Planet Foundation. Free and open to anyone who loves to eat- please join us!
Thursday, March 25th
The Northern Rhone Valley: French Wine Education Series with Tanya Darling
6:00pm to 8:00pm $40.00 per class -or- $160.00 for the 5 class series
From the wind-swept slopes of the Northern Rhone Valley come some of the most massive and complex Red wines in the world made from 100% Syrah grapes, and alluring full-bodied whites that can just about stand up to them. Que Syrah sera, come find out!
The wine selections will be paired with light appetizers and cheese. This is the second class of this 5 part series focused on French wine education.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
April is Earth Month!
We should all takes steps to make Earth Day every day in our lives, but it's a good excuse to really celebrate all things green for the month of April! Today do something to support the planet we live on. Here are a few simple things your could do: Riding a bike or walking instead of driving, starting a three tiered trash system in your home (Recycling, compost and trash), choosing products made by companies that care about the environment, buying locally produced products, turning off any electronics not in use, and buying organic just to name a few!
Thursday, April 8th
Bordeaux: French Wine Education Series with Tanya Darling
6:00pm to 8:00pm $40.00 per class -or- $160.00 for the 5 class series
Bordeaux is home to the noble Cabernet Sauvignon, the wildly popular Merlot, and the rare, sought after Sauternes, it is no wonder that the wines of this region have been considered to be most noble, and inspired the world. Fall in love with the rich, deep reds, dry whites and mysterious sweet wines of Bordeaux!
The wine selections will be paired with light appetizers and cheese. This is the third class of this 5 part series focused on French wine education.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
Saturday, April 17th
Bee Aware this Earth Month!
12:00pm - 3pm Free!
Albert Einstein once predicted that if bees were to disappear, man would follow only a few years later. And unfortunately for humans and bees alike there is a disturbing loss of bees happening around the world. Which is why we're devoting this day to these amazing little insects, to help bring awareness to this devastating occurrence! Come out and help us celebrate these power house creatures and hopefully learn a thing or two that just might help them in their fight!
Thursday, April 22nd
Burgundy: French Wine Education Series with Tanya Darling
6:00pm to 8:00pm $40.00 per class -or- $160.00 for the 5 class series
Burgundy is the home of two of the world's most important grape varietals: Pinot Noir (for it's illusive beauty) and Chardonnay (the most popular grape variety on the planet). While Chardonnay has found it's way to success the world over, the finicky Pinot Noir is only able to make great wines in a select few particular climates. In this class we will learn about the intricate Appellation called "Bourgogne", and the amazing, singular and inspiring wines that the land produces.
The wine selections will be paired with light appetizers and cheese. This is the fourth class of this 5 part series focused on French wine education.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
Thursday, May 6th
The Loire Valley: French Wine Education Series with Tanya Darling
6:00pm to 8:00pm $40.00 per class -or- $160.00 for the 5 class series
The Loire valley produces some of the most delicate and elegant wines of the world, many seldom consumed outside of France. From the racy whites of Sancerre to the earthy, delicate reds of Chinon and Bourgeuil, come explore these nuanced and lovely wines (and the amazing cheeses of the region too)!
The wine selections will be paired with light appetizers and cheese. This is the last class of this 5 part series focused on French wine education.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.
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Tuesday, February 9th
Savory Chocolate
6:00pm to 9:00pm $45.00 per person | Details
The ancient Mayans discovered the magical powers of savory chocolate dishes hundreds of years ago, but we rarely find chocolate these days in anything but dessert. Join us to discover many ways you can add flavor depth and richness to your savory dishes by including anti-oxidant and nutrient dense cacao.Tonight's menu includes: Cacao Nib Green Salad, Oaxacan Mole Negro, Xocolatl-Encrusted Halibut, Scharffen Berger Cacao Nib Rubbed Tri Tip Roast and Vegetarian Chocolate Chili
2 Hrs. Demo/Lecture & 1 Hr. Hands-On Focus: Gourmet Cuisine
Wendesday, February 10th
Sherry: The Cask of Amantillado with Tanya Darling
6:90pm to 9:00pm $40.00 per person | Details
Once the most popular drink of the Brittish Empire the unique and diverse wines of Southern Spain's "Sherry" (or Xerez) region range from the driest to the sweetest wines of the world. Often misunderstood and mistaken for being nothing more than an oxidative, sweet wine that your grandmother kept stored for years on end above the stove for cooking, the charm seems to have been tragically lost on the modern American generation.
Come join Tanya Darling find out the real story; the uniqueness, the history, the versatility of this once and still great wine! Wine is served with cheese pairing and a selection of light appetizers.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate. Please note the date of this class has changed from Thurs. 2/11 to Wed. 2/10.
Thursday, February 11th
Chocolate Fest
5:00pm to 8:00PM $5 donation to Hero's for the Homeless | Details
Tonight we celebrate the foods that spell romance with our Chocolate fest, a store wide sampling event featuring delicious nibbles from every department. Your $5 donation to Heroes for the Homeless, grants you entry into our Chocolate Fest.
By purchasing a Passport you will be entered in a drawing to win a chocolate lovers dream gift basket! The drawing will be held at Chocolate Fest, you do not need to be present to win.
**Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate in the wine tasting.
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