Thursday, November 06, 2008
Through Nov. 8
Through Nov. 8
Holiday Greek pastry sale
The Ladies Philoptochos are selling traditional Greek pastries, including baklava, kataifi and tiropita cheese puffs. Orders will taken until Saturday and will be available for pick up Nov. 22.
Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 30 Huntington Avenue, Roanoke.
When: Orders taken until Nov. 8
Cost: Priced per item
Contact: 362-3601 to place order or get an e-mail order form
Information on upcoming food classes, tastings and demonstrations can be sent to Extra, The Roanoke Times, P.O. Box 2491, Roanoke VA 24010, e-mailed to extra@roanoke.com or faxed to 981-3318. Deadline for submissions is two weeks before the event. For more information, call Nona Nelson at 981-3402.
Tonight
Sushi and miso soup
Sushi chef Rahn Binkley teaches you to make your own sushi and miso soup.
Where: Oasis World Market, 1411 South Main St., Blacksburg
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 953-3950 or staff@oasisworldmarket.com
Friday
Dinner for Two, part one Bring your spouse, a date, a friend or family member and learn to cook a great menu, including steak Diane, Gorgonzola mashed potatoes and poached pears.
Where: Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per couple
Contact: 863-2863 or 261-1211
Monday
Food and body cycles
It's not just what you eat, but when you eat it, that can affect your health, energy and digestion.
Where: 327 Albemarle Ave., Roanoke
When: 6 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person
Contact: 777-0711 or eatforlife.org
Thursday, Nov. 13
Savory holiday food Learn how to create a wide selection of hors d'oeuvres for your holiday entertaining.
Where: Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $35 per person
Contact: 863-2863 or 261-1211
Thursday, Nov. 13
Korean cooking, part one
Rahn Binkley takes a tour of Korean food with barbecue, lettuce wraps, seafood and veggies.
Where: Oasis World Market, 1411 South Main St., Blacksburg
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 953-3950 or e-mail staff@oasisworldmarket.com
Friday, Nov. 14
Dinner for Two, part two Two can learn to make pork medallions dijonaise, roasted potatoes and vegetables and apple strudel.
Where: Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per couple
Contact: 863-2863 or 261-1211
Monday, Nov. 17
Friendly fats
Learn to embrace healthy oils and avoid the ones that will kill you.
Where: 327 Albemarle Ave., Roanoke
When: 6 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person
Contact: 777-0711 or eatforlife.org
Thursday, Nov. 20
Korean cooking, part two
This session includes bi bim bop, a unique stir-fry dish.
Where: Oasis World Market, 1411 South Main St., Blacksburg
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 953-3950 or e-mail staff@oasisworldmarket.com
Thursday, Nov. 20
Sweet holiday food Have a tasty array of homemade goodies on hand for your holiday entertaining, including chocolate and red wine cupcakes and lemon tartlettes with candied lemon peel.
Where: Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Rockbridge Regional Center, Buena Vista
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $35 per person
Contact: 863-2863 or 261-1211
Thursday, Nov. 20
Healthy harvest Reinvent traditional holiday fare with heart-healthy options.
Where: Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Cost: $45 per person
Contact: 777-0711 or eatforlife.org
Saturday, Nov. 22
Savory, sweet and healthy
Chef Laura Pole demonstrates how to make classic holiday treats healthier. Pre-registration is required by Nov. 20.
Where: The Well, 114 North Bridge St., Bedford
When: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 per person
Contact: 587-9000
