Minnetonka Community Education

Experience Vietnam’s iconic banh mi in this hands-on cook-along! Learn to bake bakery-quality baguettes, marinate and cook char siu chicken, quick-pickle vibrant vegetables and make a zesty mayo spread. Assemble these fresh, flavorful ingredients into a vibrant, satisfying sandwich. Prefer simplicity? Use your favorite baguettes and focus on the fillings. Either way, you’ll leave inspired and confident to create gourmet banh mi at home. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Dive into the vibrant world of Korean cuisine with this fun cook-along focused on Bulgogi Kimbap! Learn every step—from seasoning the rice and marinating flavorful bulgogi to preparing colorful vegetables and crafting a delicate omelet. Discover the key differences between sushi and kimbap, master rolling and shaping techniques and create beautiful, hand-rolled rice rolls bursting with bold, balanced flavors. Whether you’re a busy home cook or a curious foodie, you’ll gain new skills, fresh inspiration and the confidence to make delicious, healthy, gourmet kimbap at home. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Join Chef Tess as she walks you through making a variety of the most marvelous California rolls. California "sushi" roll combinations are only limited by your imagination! Menu items include seasoned sushi rice, spicy mayo and fillings like a crab stick crab salad. Participants will also learn how to stuff, wrap and shape the rolls. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sweet European-inspired bake-along! Learn to make two classic desserts: creamy Italian tiramisu (no raw eggs!) and hand-crafted Dutch stroopwafels with gooey filling and optional heart shapes. Make one or both—perfect for all skill levels, whether baking solo, with a partner, or as a family. A fun and delicious way to share the love year-round! Equipment: Stand-mixer Whisk attachment - tiramisu Paddle attachment - stroopwafels Stroopwafle (Belgian Cookie) iron Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Learn how to make your own homemade classic pierogi and wonderful sweet berry pierogi with two types of homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Learn to make two cozy soups, Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice and Loaded Potato, plus fresh, homemade Italian bread bowls in this fun, hands-on cook-along class. Comfort food at its best! Choose one soup to cook along with or make both! Recipes are taught step-by-step for either the Instant Pot® or stovetop, so you can cook with whatever tools you have. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Dim Sum is a beloved Cantonese cuisine that includes small dishes that showcase a variety of flavor profiles and cooking techniques. We will prepare cha shu chicken pastry, braised chicken with mushrooms and vegetables with ginger garlic sauce.

Bring the vibrant flavors of Jamaica into your kitchen with this interactive cook-along! Learn to make classic Jamaican meat patties from golden flaky pastry to savory, spiced filling. Customize seasoning and heat to your taste, and get tips for freezing and reheating, so you can enjoy these delicious hand pies anytime. Equipment: Food processor or pastry cutter Rolling pin Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

What makes a focaccia a focaccia, a stromboli a stromboli and a calzone a calzone? Discover the answer to this question as you participate in this fun-filled cook-along class as we dive into the world of unique rolled and stuffed pizzas and focaccia bread. Menu items include stromboli, calzones, focaccia bread and an out-of-this-world pizza sauce. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Hand-pulled noodles are so much fun and they are much easier to make than you would think. In this online interactive class, you will learn two different techniques to pull noodles. We will make 2 types of hand-pulled noodles: Biang Biang and Lamian noodles. We’ll turn Biang Biang noodles into a noodle salad with chili sauce, and we'll use the Lamian noodles in miso noodle soup.

Step into Italian elegance with this hands-on cook-along! Learn to make delicate ricotta gnocchi with a creamy herb Tuscan sauce and tender chicken. Bake a soft French-style bread to complete this sophisticated, restaurant-quality meal bringing the taste of Tuscany right to your home. Equipment: Stand-mixer with dough hook attachment - recommended Gnocchi board - optional Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Bring big flavor to game night or any night with this interactive cook-along! You’ll bake soft, bakery-style sub rolls and fluffy Hawaiian rolls from scratch, then turn them into bold, delicious sandwiches and sliders. Learn to shape, bake and customize your doughs, layer on flavorful fillings and finish with zesty vinaigrettes or buttery glazes. Perfect for game-day spreads or family favorites year-round. Equipment: Stand-mixer with dough hook attachment - highly recommended Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Bring a hawker center home! Learn to make rich, flavorful Singapore Laksa from scratch starting with homemade laksa paste and finishing with chicken, shrimp or tofu.

Experience the newest twist on the beloved macaron – an impressive macaron cake crafted from layers of oversized macarons and rich fillings, decorated with traditional macarons. This class is open to all, regardless of whether you have taken the Marvelous Macaron class. Images serve as inspiration only and are not an exact representation of the cake you will make.

Spend a fun evening baking and decorating your own 8-inch cake. No experience needed! Learn clever, simple techniques and take home a charming creation to share with friends, family or coworkers. Images serve as inspiration only and are not an exact representation of the cake you will make.

Transform pizza night at home! Create two unique gourmet pizzas from scratch each with its own dough, sauce, style and delicious flavor. On the Menu: Greek-inspired "Mama's Focaccia Pan-Style Pizza - a party-sized, soft-crusted favorite enjoyed by Greek families worldwide. Tess' Signature Pretzel Crust Pizza - featuring that iconic chewy, salty bite everyone loves Master two types of pizza dough, two scratch-made sauces and insider tips that will elevate your homemade pizza game to rival any pizzeria. Equipment: Stand-mixer with dough hook attachment if making both types of dough - recommended Sheet pan for focaccia pizza Pizza pan or sheet pan for pretzel crust. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Perfect for any occasion - baby showers, graduations, weddings, birthdays, and more. You will be the talk at the party with these beautiful, delectable treats! You will learn how to make, bake, fill and decorate them in different flavors, colors and fillings. Each student leaves with a lovely box of finished macarons.

Bring the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean into your kitchen with this lively cook-along! Learn to make perfectly seasoned chicken gyro, homemade pita bread, traditional tzatziki, oven-roasted lemon potatoes and fresh dressings. Guided by an expert with 45 years of Mediterranean cooking experience, you’ll create a mouthwatering Greek meal that transports your taste buds, no travel needed! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.