Thursday, January 22, 2009
Foodie calendar, Jan. 22
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
Food myths and facts
Third in a four-week series. Discover ways to control your emotional eating. Pre-registration required.
Where: The Nutrition Resource, 1910 Electric Road, Roanoke
When: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 per person
Contact: 772-4930 or thenutritionresource.com
Saturday
Butter- and cheese-making
Demonstration workshop of the basic knowledge of making butter, chevre, fromage blanc, mozzarella and ricotta.
Where: Brambleberry Farm, 309 Pond Road, Fincastle
When: 2 to 5 p.m.
Cost: $35 per person
Contact: 765-7857 or e-mail gingerhillery@mac.com
Tuesday
Dry heat cooking
From grilling, broiling, sauteing, roasting and baking, learn how to choose the best cooking method for your dishes.
Where: Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $50
Contact: 776-3693 or cookingmadefun.com
Wednesday
Cooking with grains
Whole grains are more than brown rice. Learn how to prepare tasty recipes using quinoa, barley, bulgur and couscous.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 S. Main St., Blacksburg
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: 951-1995 or gourmetpantryonline.com
Thursday, Jan. 29
Food myths and facts
Last in a four-week series. High-volume, low-calorie food can help you lose weight. Pre-registration required.
Where: The Nutrition Resource, 1910 Electric Road, Roanoke
When: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 per person
Contact: 772-4930 or thenutritionresource.com
Saturday, Jan. 31
Better food choices
Chef Jeff Bland will share recipes, nutrition concepts and ways to make healthier food selections.
Where: Roanoke Church of Christ, Roanoke
When: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free, donations accepted
Contact: chefjeffonthe.net or jeff@chefjeffonthe.net
Tuesday, Feb. 3
Moist heat cooking
A discussion and demonstration of cooking techniques: boiling, poaching, steaming, braising and stewing.
Where: Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $50
Contact: 776-3693 or cookingmadefun.com
Tuesday, Feb. 10
Mother sauces
Learn how to make the five basic French sauces: bechamel, volute, tomato, espagnole and hollandaise.
Where: Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $50
Contact: 776-3693 or cookingmadefun.com
Monday
Taste of Lexington
Savor the flavors of Lexington eateries including Bistro on Main, Sheridan Livery, Red Hen and Tuscany.
Where: Downtown Lexington
When: 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $30
Contact: 463-5375 or lisa@lexrock chamber.com
