Wed, June 1, 6-8:30pm
A Mexican Picnic!
Deborah Jackson-White, Proprietor Mudflower Catering Company, The Tamale Mama is back and we couldn’t be more pleased! Her modern take on Latin cuisine is always exciting and thoroughly delicious. This evening Deborah will start her picnic with Chips and Salsa Cruda, and then demonstrate how to concoct her fabulous Carnita Torta, a Mexican sandwich. This portable meal begins with a crusty roll filled with braised and roasted carnitas (pork), then topped with cheese, beans, roasted jalapenos, red onion-tomato-cilatro relish, avocado cream and lettuce. Jicama Slaw with Creamy Honey and Cumino Dressing is the refreshing accompaniment. Leave our cool spring behind and enjoy this sunny south-of–the- border evening!
Complementary beer pairing. $45
Thurs, June 2, 9-11am & 1-3 pm (morning session repeated in afternoon)
Pat’s Kitchen - Savory Sliders
BSC Free Event!
Slide into summer with these mini-taste tempters. Variations include, Beef Burgers, “Fishwiches” and Pulled Pork Sandwiches.
No registration required for either session
Thurs, June 9, 6-8:30pm
SchreberGartenParty (
German Garden Party)
Regina Dearborn
In Regina’s homeland, friends invite their guests to join them at weekend garden colonies for wonderful summer buffets. Experience charming German hospitality with an array of tantalizing offerings: Chicory Leaves with Chicken Salad, Tomato Salad with Sweet Onions, Cucumber Salad with Dill, Homemade German Multigrain Bread with Butter, Salt and Pepper, Barbequed German Bratwuerste, Tortenboden (a light sponge cake topped with custard and berries) for dessert and a delightful Peach Wine Punch. Celebrate summer German style!
$45
Fridays Uncorked; 5-7:30pm
June 10 – Celebratory Sippers
Wines perfect for toasting and sipping on that special day or event. $12 / person
Thurs, June 16, 6-8:30pm
Fourth of July Block Party!
Leanne Willard
Leanne’s been co-hosting Independence Day block parties for years and serving up all-American fare to her neighbors. Learn the secrets of making the 4th of July Sangria she offers to an ever-increasing number of guests! Discover how to create meltingly tender Carolina Pulled-Pork Sandwiches and tangy Santa Fe Slaw. Finally, she’ll teach you how to make and assemble a spectacular American Flag Cake (a moist, buttery confection with rich cream cheese frosting, topped with fresh berries) that will make you the star of your very own neighborhood party!
$45
Mon, June 20, 6-8:30pm
The Italian Vegetarian
Christine Ciancetta
Christine shares more of her favorite Italian dishes and they just happen to be meatless! She’ll start out the evening with Tuscan White Bean Spread and Sundried Tomatoes on Garlic Bruschette, then move on to a Roasted Vegetable Lasagna with Spinach and Bechamel and Spinach-Ricotta Gnocchi with Butter and Sage. You’ll also learn to prepare a rustic Northern Italian favorite: Asparagus, Potato and Parmesan al forno (baked in layers with cream) and finish with Fresh Berries with Panna Cotta Sauce (a quick and elegant cooked cream). Being a vegetarian in Italy never looked so appetizing!
Complementary wine pairing. $45
Wed, June 22, 6-8:30pm
Make it Ahead—Vegetarian Style!
Chef Kelsang Tsoglam
We in the Pacific Northwest know that not all summer days are created equal. Why not cook on the cool days, save it, and serve it when the temperature rises? Chef Kelsang demonstrates how to create truly unique, healthy and savory main dishes that re-heat beautifully for entertaining, potlucks, or family meals. Add to your go-to collection of recipes, Sante Fe Mushrooms with Chiles, Queso and Rice, Legume Terrine with Pesto and Chevre, Roasted Vegetable and Gruyere En Croute (wrapped in puff pastry) and Artichoke and Cheddar “Souffle.” No one will ever guess that you made it ahead!
Complementary wine pairing. $50
Fridays Uncorked; 5-7:30pm
June 24 – Summer Wine (and Beer!) Pitcher Punches
Try party-worthy pitcher concoctions that rely on fruit, herbs, and ice for “punch!" Recipes included. $12 / person
Thurs, June 30, 6-8:30pm
Salmon from the Salish Sea
Chef Treacy Kreger
Former chef/ owner of the County Seat Deli and Vern’s Restaurant in Shelton Chef Treacy, longtime resident and chef of the South Puget Sound, is passionate about the natural abundance of the Pacific Northwest. He’ll share his extensive knowledge about the local salmon from the Salish Sea (the body of water that stretches from the northeastern tip of Vancouver Island down to our own Budd Bay) and part with his wonderful recipes for this favorite fish. He’ll demonstrate how to grill Salmon with Alder Smoke and a Sea Salt, Brown Sugar, Herb Rub, poach Salmon with Fresh Cucumber Cream Sauce and pan-sear Salmon with Fresh Lemon Herb Butter. There’ll be no lack of ways to prepare your salmon this summer! Complementary wine pairing. $50
