Note that the store & wine bar will remain open during private events. Only the event area will be closed off.
You can never go wrong with pasta, whether it's stuffed like ravioli or covered in sauce like Alfredo. Chef Laura will teach you the tricks of making your own pasta. Instead of sauce you'll stuff chicken breasts and make a cream sauce with spinach. This is a great class for beginners as they learn some […]
Join us for another First Friday on MainStreet from 6-9pm! No registration needed for this downtown tradition. Many businesses participate in First Friday with deals and specials all along Main Street. Be sure to stop in at The Joyful Gourmet! Wine Bar Free Appetizers Jazz Soup, our great local jazz band! 🎉Different deal every month! […]
Not many of us make crepes these days despite their buttery flavor and quite easy to make. Chef Laura will re-introduce you to these gems with by teaching you how to make a flavorful crepe and bring new and delicious options to the table for you to fill your own ie: buffet style, Â whether it […]
Chef Liz will be assisting your kids in making : Individual Cakes Homemade frosting What you'll learn: Techniques for decorating and piping the frosting. The variety of piping tips, size of bags, tools, making the right consistency of icing, coloring. Full Participation PARENTS: Shop the day of class and received 10% off regular priced merchandise.
I'm always excited to see what Chef Lindsey has up her sleeve for dinner. As a Mind Body Nutritionist, her experience in plant based cooking while still maintaining that level of healthy cooking for proteins is 'spot on', her recipes and ingredients are always show stoppers for when it comes to 'eating with your eyes'. […]
Casual Cuisine is a new class I'll be teaching twice a month on Tuesday nights. Â The menu will focus on easy weeknight meals that are full of flavor yet not take hours to prepare. Â Each class you will learn some basic knife skills, cooking techniques, and tricks of trade to make cooking fun and easy. […]
Ramon Restaurants seem to be popping up all over the place, its clearly what's popular these days. Is it the noodle or the chicken broth that makes this dish is such demand, but who has time to make the broth or the noodles? Chef Laura will teach you how to make the broth and what […]
The Art of Sushi making depends on a few factors, the freshness of the fish (we only buy Sushi grade), and the process of the rice, in Japanese culture Rice making is its own art and takes years to perfect, but in class Chef Mario will instruct you on his method to make it at […]
You can't go to the southern states and not have Biscuits and gravy but if you're like me sometimes that sauce can be heavy, thick, and flavorless. Â Chef Laura has done this class in the past and participants have commented on how easy it is to make but also the gravy has a lovely rich […]
Learn authentic Irish dishes straight from Chef Gale’s recent trip to Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, just in time for St Patrick’s Day. You’ll learn Irish Stew, Guinness Oat Bread, and Kerry Apple Cake. Tastes will be provided. Tea and Coffee are complimentary, wine and beer for purchase 10% off all in store […]
Do you have any idea what an Old World Wine or a New World Wine is? Our next wine education and tasting seminar will cover that very topic. By the […]
Chef Liz is joining me in my pursuit to make cooking easy, delicious and fast and at the same time elevate your skills to make cooking fun and hassle free […]
Break out the Green socks or if you're feeling more adventurous the Green Suit to join Chef Mario tonight for a classic Irish celebration dinner.....its you're lucky night. Many of […]
I've seen these Japanese pancakes from afar, though never had the opportunity to make or even try them. Â Chef Laura is going to teach you how to make these unique […]
Chef Liz did this class back in early December, it sold out immediately so its time for another one. This time Chef Liz will be teaching you how to make: […]
Though Chef Jack has been with us now for a few months I still consider him new to our kitchen, and as a new addition comes new ideas which I […]
Growing up in Canada with English Grandparents, French pastries were the preferred dessert of choice. Â A cup of tea and a pastry was an everyday occurance. Â You will be surprised […]
Pasta is one of those dishes that can be turned into a million dishes that are all yummy, filling, and just plain comforting, this class is no exception. Chef Laura […]
Supper Clubs have regained popularity but the Friday Fish Fry has always been a staple in the state of WI. Libertyville being located just south of this midwestern state I thought we could try our hand at offering our version of a Friday Fish Fry, a more healthier version. Chef Mario will pan fry versus […]
Chef Liz and Chef Judy are back at it making something sweet and savory for a Saturday lunch. Chef Judy will show you how to make French Onion soup from scratch, top with a homemade crouton and Gruyere cheese, so delicious. What you'll learn: Creating a "fond" (the french term for using the pan drippings […]
Chef Andy.....thats all I have to say......... Seriously thought, this is a classic French fish dish that is light in its content, flavorful in its body, and very appealing to the eye. Â It's also a favorite of Miss Julia Childs. Tonights menu is simple yet really packs a flavor punch with the homemade cream of […]
Mc Donalds seemed to corner the market on Chicken nuggets.....do you know whats in them? Â Today your child will learn how to make 'real' chicken tenders and 'real' ranch dressing all from scratch so they can make it at home for you. They'll mix, chop, stir, and bake their way through this class and enjoy […]
Salmon 3 Ways Join Chef Matt as he introduces you to 3 salmon recipes that are easy enough for during the week, but good enough for weekend company! During this hands-on class you will make Oregano Crusted Salmon, a delicious Mustard Glazed Salmon and Salmon Nachos as well as a few side dishes. During class […]
Traditionally we offer a class called Supper Club, but tonight Chef Laura is going to take it to another level with what's called 'Reverse Searing'. She will use Prime cut Ribeyes and our well seasoned Cast Iron pans we use for all our Supper club dinners. You will learn to proper way to season a […]
Perhaps the most revered macaron of them all hails from Paris institution, La Dureé. Though it started as a small bakery in 1862 on 16 rue Royale, the high-end confectionary is now a chain with shops from New York City to Japan. Made with Almond Flour, Egg whites, sugar and vanilla, Chef Laura will teach […]
We've made pasta over the past year, stuffed, rolled, layered, and boiled. Â Today we're making homemade Gnoochi, another Italian favorite with the help of Chef Andy. A simple process of Potatoes, flour and Eggs, yet it turns into these delicate little pillows. Chef Andy will walk you though the steps to put your own together. […]
Monday: Closed
Tuesday : 10:00am-9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Friday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm
Sunday: Closed
We'd love to be able to share updates with you on our upcoming events at The Joyful Gourmet - dining events, classes and skills training, wine tastings, product specials and more! You'll only get an email from us a few times a month.
