Kitchen Conservatory

📚🍽️✨ Where great books and great food share the same table.

Our Novel Cuisine: Love and Saffron class on July 12 celebrated Kim Fay's heartfelt novel about friendship, food, and the connections that begin with a simple fan letter—and a gift of saffron.

As the class discussed the story, guests enjoyed a menu inspired by the book:

🦪 Mussels in saffron sauce
🥑 Guacamole soup
🍗 Coq au vin with new potatoes
🥥 Freshly grated coconut in sugar syrup over homemade ice cream

For nearly two decades, Novel Cuisine has brought together readers and food lovers to explore stories where food plays a central role. Since beginning in 2006, this unique culinary book club has discussed more than 200 books, pairing thoughtful conversation with unforgettable meals inspired by each selection.

📖 The featured books are available at Kitchen Conservatory, and you're welcome to join one class—or many!

✨ Next in the series:

📚 Novel Cuisine: The Secret History of French Cooking — August 16

Learn more:
https://kitchenconservatory.com/Cooking-Classes.aspx?title=novel%20cuisine

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🍙✨🎌 Anime fans, this one was made for you!

Our sold out Heir and A Parent: Anime — Oh, The Drama! class on July 12 with Lydia Gwin and Piper Gwin brought favorite anime-inspired foods to life in a fun afternoon of cooking together.

Parents and kids teamed up to create:

🍙 Adorable onigiri rice balls shaped into Kawaii and Totoro characters using nori details
🍜 Hero-worthy Naruto-inspired miso ramen with pork and a perfectly jammy six-minute egg
🍪 Mischievous soot sprite chocolate cookies
🍓 Strawberry and whipped cream sandos on fluffy milk bread worthy of an Animal Crossing picnic

Filled with creativity, teamwork, and delicious food, this class celebrated the joy of cooking together while drawing inspiration from beloved anime worlds.

✨ Upcoming Heir and a Parent classes:

🌮 Tacos and Nachos — July 26
🎤 Ready For It, Swifties? — July 26

Learn more:
https://kitchenconservatory.com/Cooking-Classes.aspx?price=4

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🫐🍓✨ Fresh summer berries aren't just for dessert.

Our Berried Treasures demonstration class on July 10 with Mickey Kitterman showcased how peak-season berries can add vibrant flavor, color, and balance to every course of a meal.

Guests enjoyed:

🦪 Seared scallops with raspberries, pink peppercorns, and rosé
🥩 Beef tenderloin and halloumi skewers with blackberry balsamic glaze
🌾 Mixed berry farro with pistachios and fresh basil
🫐 Blueberry frangipane tart

From elegant seafood and grilled meats to a beautiful French-inspired dessert, every dish highlighted the versatility of fresh summer berries in both savory and sweet cooking.

✨ Upcoming demonstration classes:

🥃 Days with Devon — Berries and Bourbon — July 16
🍗 Serving Southern Hospitality — July 16
🍽️ Meals with Matt — July 17
🇫🇷 French Fare – A Taste of Burgundy — July 18
👨‍🍳 Order in the Kitchen — July 19

Learn more:
https://kitchenconservatory.com/Cooking-Classes.aspx?type=2&soldOut=0

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🀄✨ Every expert Mah Jongg player starts with the first tile.

Our sold out Mahj at The Kitchen: Beginner Lesson 1 on July 9 welcomed new players for a fun and friendly introduction to the timeless game with Janine and Tracy of Mahj with a Twist.

During this 90-minute lesson, guests learned:

🀄 The names and meanings of the Mah Jongg tiles
📖 How to read and use the National Mah Jongg League card
🎲 Guided game play in a relaxed, welcoming environment
🧠 How Mah Jongg supports memory, strategy, and social connection

With light refreshments, plenty of laughter, and expert instruction, students left inspired and ready to continue their Mah Jongg journey.

Everything needed to play was provided, and with classes limited to just 16 students, everyone enjoyed plenty of personal guidance.

✨ Beginner Lesson 1 returns August 6.

See all Mah Jongg events:
https://kitchenconservatory.com/Cooking-Classes.aspx?title=mahjong

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