Thursday, June 25, 2009
Foodie calendar: June 25
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.
Saturday Say cheese
Cheese-making demonstration by Sterling Bridge Dairy Farm.
When: 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Downtown Roanoke City Market
Contact: downtownroanoke.org
Tuesday, July 7 Cook's collaborative
Instructor Nancy Maurelli puts an emphasis on seasonal, plant-focused fare for everyday meals or freezer storage. Registration required by June 30.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Central Church of the Brethren, 416 Church Avenue, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 345-3405
Thursday, July 9 Italian cooking
Try you hand at risotto, savory sauces, pastas and other Italian favorites made with fresh, local ingredients.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $55
Contact: 951-1995
Wednesday, July 15 Taste of India
A walk through the seasoning building blocks of vegetarian-friendly Indian cuisine.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $55
Contact: 951-1995
Monday, July 20 Cook's collaborative
Instructor Nancy Maurelli puts an emphasis on seasonal, plant-focused fare for everyday meals or freezer storage. Registration required by July 15.
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Central Church of the Brethren, 416 Church Avenue, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 345-3405
Wednesday, July 22 Salad days
Dress up summer salad greens with veggies, meat, poultry or seafood.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: $55
Contact: 951-1995
Saturday, July 4 Chili cook-off
Chili festival fundraiser for Pathway Christian Academy. Features a people's choice award.
Where: Motor Mile Speedway, Route 11, Radford
When: noon to 6 p.m.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for kids
Contact: www.chilicookoff.com
