Cooking with Herbs

August 15, 2024

Schedule: 6-9pm Thu

Instructor: Nicole Bujewski

Registration Deadline: Aug 5

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Description

We’ll begin at Shake Rag Alley, where we’ll cut herbs for class. Then, we’ll move to The Book Kitchen (151 High St), to prepare a delicious penne pasta and tomato salad. Nicole will guide you through the process with a live demonstration, emphasizing the importance of knife skills, providing useful tips to make your cooking more efficient and elevate your dishes to a new level. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of herbs, their flavors, and how to incorporate them into your cooking. Learn about proper storage techniques to keep your herbs fresh for longer and discover creative ways to enhance your meals. After cooking, we’ll savor the fruits of our labor, fostering a sense of community and shared accomplishment. Bring home the items you’ve prepared.

Class size 10

Level Beginner and above

Student Supply List Bring a cutting board. Some knives will be provided. Bringing your own knives is encouraged including chef’s knife, paring knife, serrated knife.

  • Tuition $50
  • Materials Fee $18

Instructor

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Nicole Bujewski

Nicole Bujewski is a French-trained pastry chef celebrated for her skills and innovative culinary creations. Her formal training took place under the tutelage of the renowned Chef Sébastian Canonne, M.O.F., and Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer at the prestigious French Pastry School. It was there that she meticulously honed her craft to perfection, setting the stage for her culinary career.…Read More

Nicole Bujewski is a French-trained pastry chef celebrated for her skills and innovative culinary creations. Her formal training took place under the tutelage of the renowned Chef Sébastian Canonne, M.O.F., and Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer at the prestigious French Pastry School. It was there that she meticulously honed her craft to perfection, setting the stage for her culinary career. Now living in Mineral Point, Nicole continues to impart her culinary wisdom as the Founder of The Book Kitchen, where she generously shares her knowledge and love for the culinary arts with students and enthusiasts across the globe, creating a bridge between her passions – food, teaching, and literature. Nicole, along with her husband, Steven, and their loyal canine companion, Ruby, have undertaken a remarkable venture as the proud tenth owners of Spensley Farm, a place of historic significance in Mineral Point. This property is a treasured part of the town’s heritage and holds a special place in their hearts. Nicole is also a member of Les Dames d’Escoffier International, a prestigious organization that celebrates and supports women in the food, fine beverage, and hospitality industries. She is a founding member of the Greater Madison Chapter.

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Materials Fees
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Cancellation Policy
While we recognize that life intrudes and plans change, in consideration of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for classes, we must adhere to the following cancellation policies:

Student cancellations

> Cancellations made 31 days before the published registration deadline date for any given workshop are eligible for a full refund less 25% of the workshop fee OR a gift certificate in the full amount of the workshop fee. The gift certificate can be applied to workshops or lodging one year from the date of cancellation.

> Cancellations made 30 days or less than the published registration deadline date for any given workshop are not eligible for refunds. We encourage all students to purchase trip insurance.

> Cancellation requests must be made by calling our office at (608) 987-3292.

> If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with your class, please refer to our lodging page for the lodging cancellation policy.

Cancellations by Shake Rag Alley

> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class you will be notified immediately via email or phone and will receive a full refund or transferable gift certificate.

> If a class does not meet a minimum number of students, it may be cancelled. A decision to cancel a class due to under enrollment will be made on the day following the published registration deadline.

> If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with a class cancelled by Shake Rag Alley, you may receive a full refund on lodging should you wish to cancel the lodging. Please call the office at (608) 987-3292.

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