Thursday, July 23, 2009
Foodie calendar: July 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.
Today
Mediterranean tour
Prepare dishes inspired by Greece, Italy and France.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Culinary Institute at Virginia Western, 109 Henry Street, Roanoke.
Cost: $40 per person
Contact: Lacey Carey, 857-6210 or www.virginiawestern.edu/bet/culinary/
Friday
Cooking with beans
Learn how to build a meal around the basic ingredient.
When: 2 to 3 p.m.
Where: Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op, 1319 Grandin Road, Roanoke
Cost: Free for co-op members, $5 for non-members
Contact: John Bryant, 343-5652
Monday
Cook's collaborative
Instructor Nancy Maurelli puts an emphasis on seasonal, plant-focused fare for everyday meals or freezer storage. Registration required by July 22.
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Central Church of the Brethern, 416 Church Avenue, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 345-3405
Monday
Meals in minutes
Learn how planning and prep can put healthy meals on the table in no time.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Culinary Institute at Virginia Western, 109 Henry Street, Roanoke.
Cost: $40 per person
Contact: Lacey Carey 857-6210 or www.virginiawestern.edu/bet/culinary/
Thursday, July 30
Party panache
Easy preparation for fun finger foods for your next gathering.
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Culinary Institute at Virginia Western, 109 Henry Street, Roanoke.
Cost: $40 per person
Contact: Lacey Carey 857-6210 or or www.virginiawestern.edu/bet/culinary/
Wednesday, Aug. 5
Sushi 101
The basics of creating sushi.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: 951-1995
Wednesday, Aug. 12
Knife skills
Learn how to efficiently and safely chop, cut, slice and dice.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
Cost: $45 per person
Contact: 951-1995
Wednesday, Aug. 19
Chicken
Learn different recipes, techniques, and a variety of side dishes that will complement chicken.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 South Main Street, Blacksburg
Cost: $45 per person
Contact: 951-1995
Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2
Pizza and wine
Dogtown Pizza will fire up the wood oven at Villa Appalaccia.
When: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Villa Appalaccia Winery, 752 Rock Castle Gorge, Floyd
Cost: menu prices
Contact: 593-3100 or e-mail chianti@swva.net
