From May 10, 17, 24, 31 June 14, 21 from 6pm to 8:30pm. Â Â See May 10th to Register Full participation Week 1: Knife Skills, How to use, sharpen, slice, dice and chop. Â Types of knives, and the essentials you should have in our kitchen. Â Appetizers will be served. Week 2: Learn and experiment with […]
Join us for our first free Farmers Market inspired 'pop up' event on Thursdays 12-2pm at the store during the Libertyville Farms Market. No reservation needed - come anytime! Chef Ed will demonstrate dishes inspired by whats available during the buying season at the market each week. Today he is preparing a Rhubarb Almond Coffee […]
Please join us for Libertyville's First Friday Event from 6pm to 9pm. Pull up a seat at the bar or brows the store will enjoying the music of JAZZ SOUP that will be playing throughout the night. We will be offering a wine pairing from our unique selection of white and red wines with dessert […]
Come join Chef Gale Gand of Food Network "Sweet Dreams" Fame as she takes the group though a demonstration of 3 desserts featuring vanilla and chocolate. You'll learn about the ingredients (including world-famous Nielsen Massey Vanilla - made locally!), techniques, hear some great stories from Gale's prolific career and share tastes of the desserts. This […]
Our cast iron cooking events are always popular - no need to be intimidated cooking with or caring for your cast iron! This is a gourmet meal, for sure...  Enjoy Prime New York Strip Steak done to perfection, the ever popular Wedge Salad w/Homemake Blue Cheese dressing, Roasted Asparagus, and Scalloped Potatoes. Dinner will be […]
Libertyville's very own Chef Lee from Milwalky Trace will be serving tonights guests: Poached Local Asparagus with Sauce Gribiche Local Lettuce & herb salad with Shaved Fennel and Dijon vinaigrette Blackened Grouper with Forbidden Black rice and Mango Beurre Blanc A glass of wine will be served with this meal. *Demonstration only
Summer is almost here! Join us for this cookie decorating class that will teach you the basics to get you decorating like the pros! Taught by owner and cookie artist, Beth Sage, from Sunshine Bakery! Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or mimosa while you decorate and take your cookies home with you! Theme for […]
From May 10, 17, 24, 31 June 14, 21 from 6pm to 8:30pm   See May 10th to register Full participation Week 1: Knife Skills, How to use, sharpen, slice, dice and chop.  Types of knives, and the essentials you should have in our kitchen.  Appetizers will be served. Week 2: Learn and experiment with […]
Pixca in Highland Park, owned and operated by Chef Fernando Angelina is known for his use of seasonal vegetables and "farm to table" meats and seafood. This evenings menu is sure to be a treat for any 'foodie'. Chef Fernando from Pixca will be presenting the following menu: Watermelon Gazpacho Beet Salad Roasted Cauliflower Skirt […]
Ages 10 to 12 June 20 -24 From 10am-12:30pm Cost: $325. for the week - Register below Monday 20th: Monte Christo Sandwiches with Ham & Cheese, Mini Chocolate Cup cakes with chocolate ganache Tuesday 21st: Homemade Meatballs and Pasta w/sauce, Banana Pudding w/Vanilla wafers Wednesday 22nd: Individual Frittata's (cheese, sausage, onions, peppers), cinnamon rolls, Strawberries […]
Ages 10 to 12 June 20 -24 From 10am-12:30pm Cost: $325. for the week - Register on June 20th Monday 20th: Monte Christo Sandwiches with Ham & Cheese, Mini Chocolate Cup cakes with chocolate ganache Tuesday 21st: Homemade Meatballs and Pasta w/sauce, Banana Pudding w/Vanilla wafers Wednesday 22nd: Individual Frittata's (cheese, sausage, onions, peppers), cinnamon […]
From May 10, 17, 24, 31 June 14, 21 from 6pm to 8:30pm. See May 10th to Register Full participation Week 1: Knife Skills, How to use, sharpen, slice, dice and chop. Â Types of knives, and the essentials you should have in our kitchen. Â Appetizers will be served. Week 2: Learn and experiment with the […]
Ages 10 to 12 June 20 -24 From 10am-12:30pm Cost: $325. for the week - Register on June 20th Monday 20th: Monte Christo Sandwiches with Ham & Cheese, Mini Chocolate Cup cakes with chocolate ganache Tuesday 21st: Homemade Meatballs and Pasta w/sauce, Banana Pudding w/Vanilla wafers Wednesday 22nd: Individual Frittata's (cheese, sausage, onions, peppers), cinnamon […]
Ages 10 to 12 June 20 -24 From 10am-12:30pm Cost: $325. for the week - Register on June 20th Monday 20th: Monte Christo Sandwiches with Ham & Cheese, Mini Chocolate Cup cakes with chocolate ganache Tuesday 21st: Homemade Meatballs and Pasta w/sauce, Banana Pudding w/Vanilla wafers Wednesday 22nd: Individual Frittata's (cheese, sausage, onions, peppers), cinnamon […]
We're exited to welcome back Libertyville's own Chef Lee from Milwalky Trace to the Joyful Gourmet. Chef Lee will prepare a gourmet meal in front of the group, talking through ingredients, recipes and fun stories from the kitchen. Chef will prepare and serve a tuna tartar appetizer, spring pea and summer truffle risotto, and perfectly […]
Ages 10 to 12 June 20 -24 From 10am-12:30pm Cost: $325. for the week - Register on June 20th Monday 20th: Monte Christo Sandwiches with Ham & Cheese, Mini Chocolate Cup cakes with chocolate ganache Tuesday 21st: Homemade Meatballs and Pasta w/sauce, Banana Pudding w/Vanilla wafers Wednesday 22nd: Individual Frittata's (cheese, sausage, onions, peppers), cinnamon […]
Join Chef Hal as he creates a summer meal that will satisfy the senses with its colors and flavors. Caramelized Brussel sprouts with pancetta and pecorino Romano cheese Roasted Beet, fennel, frisée & orange segment salad with poppy seed dressing Hazelnut pesto spinach linguine with grilled shrimp, parmesan cheese and toasted Hazelnuts. Participation is welcomed. […]
Chef Laura will be introducing you to some Korean favorites this evening...... Kalbi, soy marinated short ribs, and samgyeopsal, thinly sliced pork belly grilled on charcoal. Â Served with traditional banchans, Korean side dishes, and rice. Â Also serving a soju (Korean rice liquor) cocktail. A glass of wine will be served with dinner. *Participation
Full participation Week 1: Knife Skills, How to use, sharpen, slice, dice and chop.  Types of knives, and the essentials you should have in our kitchen.  Appetizers will be served. Week 2: Learn and experiment with the different ways of cooking, boiling, roasting, steaming, poaching, sautéing.  We will be using a variety of foods such […]
Back by popular demand For those 'small plate' lovers, this class is for you. Chef Matt will really put you to work as you discover the wonderful flavors and varieties of Tapas. You will be making: 1) Brussel sprouts with cherries and a honey aioli 2) Spanish meatballs 3) Shrimp and chorizo skewers 4) baked […]
Please join us for Libertyville's First Friday Event from 6pm to 9pm. Pull up a seat at the bar to enjoy our unique selection of white and red wines & craft beer or brows the store while listening to the music of JAZZ SOUP that will be playing throughout the night. There will be 'Featured […]
