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Culinary Arts
Due to the nature of these culinary classes, Sweetwater® is unable to accomodate food allergies/dietary restrictions. The 10% early discount does not apply to culinary arts classes.
SPRING 2009
SPRINGTIME IN ITALY
CC02
Ages 21 & up
Join Chef Claudio Masci as he creates delicious dishes with the first greens of the season! Both vegetarian and meat dishes will be featured, including a green bean and potato dish, manicotti with wild greens, and several surprises. This workshop will feature the freshest local ingredients, so be sure to bring your appetite! Materials fee is included in the tuition. BYOB.
Instructor: Claudio Masci
Time: 1 Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Class Date: 5/19/2009
Member Tuition: $45
Non-member Tuition: $60
SUMMER 2009
THE ART OF SUSHI
CC02
Ages 21 & up
If you have ever watched a sushi chef cut and assemble sushi, you've probably been amazed at how quickly they work. Though preparing sushi may seem like a daunting task, in this hands-on workshop, Chef David Plankenhorn will teach you step-by-step instructions that will have you making sushi for all of your friends and family in no time. After a brief introduction to Japanese culture and the history of sushi, you will learn how to make maki (roll with nori), uramaki (inside out roll), temaki (cone roll), and nigiri (rice ball) using ingredients such as shrimp, crab, tuna and tofu. Bring your appetite! Materials fee is included in the tuition. Bring your appetite! BYOS (bring your own sake!)
Instructor: Chef David Plankenhorn
Time: 1 Sunday, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Class Date: 8/9/2009
Member Tuition: $45
Non-member Tuition: $60
ALL THINGS EGG
CC01
Ages 21 & up
Chef Marc Alfano will show you how to have a fine dining experience using "the egg" as the center of attention. There will be a surprise menu featuring the egg in all its glory! Chef Marc Alfano will show you how to make delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts using the egg as his primary ingredient. It will be an amazing experience! Bring your appetite! BYOB
Instructor: Chef Marc Alfano
Time: 1 Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Class Date: 6/23/2009
Member Tuition: $45
Non-member Tuition: $60
About Chef Marc Alfano: In 2003 Marc and Christina Alfano opened their first restaurant, Alfano's Uptown in Washington, PA. After much success, they decided it was time to expand their business. In 2005, they opened Alfano's at the Quail, an upscale restaurant offering an exquisite dining experience in the historic Quail mansion in Washington, PA. Now, in April of 2009, Marc and Christina are fully embracing the "farm-to-table" perspective of fine dining for their restaurant in which they will only use products from independent purveyors to ensure the best quality foods. Alfano's at the Quail continues to draw in customers from all around the world, and is known for its reputable cuisine and service.
Marc Alfano has been fortunate to train under some of the top chefs in the United States. While attending a VIP Chefs gathering in Washington D.C. in March of 2008, Alfano met a handful of renowned chefs and discussed unpaid apprenticeships with them. After completing extensive applications, Marc was invited to stage (French for "to train under") at three of the nations finest restaurants. He spent a week in New York City at Daniels with Chef Daniel Boulud, and a week in Chicago at Charlie Trotters.
In the beginning of October, Alfano traveled to Yountville, California, in the Napa Valley region, and completed a five week stage with award winning Chef Thomas Keller of The French Laundry. Restaurant Magazine named Chef Keller the "4th Best Chef in the World" in 2008. Marc was honored to work for such a talented and acclaimed chef, and has since been implementing his new knowledge, recipes and techniques at his own restaurant.
Marc Alfano has won various awards for his unique and creative cuisine. The experience he offers is available at his fine dining restaurant on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. The chef offers a "prix-fixe" tasting menu, which features seasonal ingredients strictly farm-to-table. Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays are reserved for private parties. On Wednesday evenings the chef and his wife host cooking classes, wine dinners, and other special events. To book the Quail mansion for private parties or to make dinner reservations please visit www.alfanosatthequail.com or call 724.229.2777.
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