Jumpstart Your Cookbook Proposal

Writing a cookbook proposal isn’t easy. Many aspiring authors are overwhelmed by the prospect, and their cherished projects stall. Dianne Jacob, writing coach and award-winning author, will help you jumpstart your proposal with this online 3-session workshop.

From Field & Garden

Part of the Learn to Cook—Spring 2025 Series

In this vegetable-focused class, we will work with a rainbow of seasonal produce—including varieties you may never have cooked with before—to make inviting, nourishing meals.

One Wok, Five Techniques

Karen Diggs will expand your wok horizons beyond the stir-fry as you learn to steam, smoke, fry and braise in this multi-purpose cooking vessel.

Fridays with Friends

Jackie Apple shares simple but special recipes and make-ahead strategies that will help you to entertain friends at home with ease!

Simple Strategies

Part of the Learn to Cook More: Self-Sufficiency—Spring 2025 Series

Become a more empowered eater by batch cooking, harnessing the power of your freezer, and learning to make quick dishes that serve one or two, with or without the use of a recipe.

Italian Classics: Ossobuco alla milanese

Viola presents an Italian classic. Two dishes that stand proudly on their own, saffron risotto and braised veal shanks, unite to become an indelible icon of Milan’s cuisine: Ossobuco alla milanese.

Knife Skills Basics

Civic Kitchen co-founder Jen Nurse will teach you to use, choose and care for kitchen knives. We’ll practice assorted cutting techniques for more efficient, more enjoyable home cooking.

Korean/Hawaiian with Beth Lee

Cook through a menu of Korean classics by way of Hawaii, with Beth Lee as your guide, in this lighthearted and delicious new class.

Special Projects and a Fork Supper

Part of the Learn to Cook More: Self-Sufficiency—Spring 2025 Series

Stuck in a rut? A cooking project can help! We’ll concoct our own condiments, make portable meals with multi-purpose doughs, and celebrate it all with a convivial fork supper.

Tartine-Style Sourdough Bread

Learn to make naturally leavened sourdough breads! Deirdre Davis shows us how to achieve fantastic crust and true depth of flavor in this hands-on class.

Taking Stock—Chicken & Leftovers

Part of the Learn to Cook—Spring 2025 Series

Stock your pantry and freezer with basic ingredients for easier menu planning. We’ll show you how a simple chicken and pantry staples can produce enticing meals all week long.

Date Night: Cali/Medi-Inspired Feast

If you’re looking for a great date night, look no further! Cooking your way through Clare’s menu celebrating the intersection of California and Mediterranean cuisines is a great way to relax, learn & enjoy a spectacular meal together. (Singletons welcome, btw.)

South Indian Dosa

Meghna Agarwal will teach you to make dosas and other South Indian favorites, as you learn about the region’s ingredients and cooking techniques.

Pain au Levain with Michael Kalanty

Bread expert Michael Kalanty will guide you in making the classic French sourdough, Pain au Levain, in this hands-on, interactive bread workshop.

Knife Skills Basics

Civic Kitchen co-founder Jen Nurse will teach you to use, choose and care for your knives, as we practice cutting techniques for more efficient and enjoyable home cooking.

Comfort—Braises & Beans

Part of the Learn to Cook—Spring 2025 Series

Spring months call for heartwarming but lighter dishes to nourish us through the new season. Learn to make comforting braises, hearty bean dishes and satisfying main-course salads.

Date Night: Weeknight Cooking for Two

Looking for a great date night idea? Look no further! Cooking your way through Clare’s menu of achievable weeknight favorites is a great way to relax, learn & enjoy a spectacular meal together. (Singletons welcome, btw.)

Spring Brunch with Frances

Frances Wilson will teach you to confidently poach eggs, mix brunch-worthy cocktails and more at this special springtime brunch class.

Tuesday Pizza Party

Dough expert Michael Kalanty shares his techniques and recipes for making truly superb pizza at home.

Breakfast All Day—Eggs

Part of the Learn to Cook—Spring 2025 Series

Learning to cook with the versatile egg leads to countless tempting meals. Join us as we poach, fry, boil, bake, soufflé and scramble our way to egg mastery.

Argentine Greatest Hits

Get a taste of life in Buenos Aires with Jackie Apple’s culinary tour of Argentine favorites, served both at home and at the local bodegón.