Thursday, November 05, 2009
Foodie Calendar: Nov. 5
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.
Friday
Fall flavors beer tasting
Sample seasonal brews from pumpkin beers to autumn ales.
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Wine Gourmet, 2219 Franklin Road, Roanoke
Cost: Free Contact: 400-8466 or www.winegourmet.biz
Sunday
Phyllo wraps
Wrap your holiday with phyllo dough -- sweet with nuts and custard or savory with spinach and feta cheese.
When: 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: 5509 Coleman Road, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 598-8334 or mmelki2001@aol.com
Wednesday
Tis the seasoning
Tour the world's cuisine through familiar and exotic spices. For the seasoned foodie and the everyday cook.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 S. Main St., Blacksburg
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: 951-1995 or www.gourmetpantryonline
Wine 101
Learn about wine and wine terminology.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Wine Gourmet, 2219 Franklin Road, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person; $50 per couple
Contact: 400-8466 or www.winegourmet.biz
Thursday, Nov. 12
Holiday pies
Pie dough made easy, including lattice and crumb crusts and cut-out designs.
When: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Culinary Institute at Virginia Western, 109 Henry St., Roanoke
Cost: $40 per person
Contact: 857-6210 or www.virginiawestern.edu/bet/culinary
Thursday, Nov. 12
Breakfast time
The most important meal of the day can include homemade biscuits and perfect Eggs Benedict.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Foodies, 4054 Franklin Road, Roanoke
Cost: $50 per person
Contact: 776-3693 or www.cookingmadefun.com
Sunday, Nov. 15
Baklawa
Learn how to make this Lebanese treat with ricotta cheese, pineapple, coconut or walnutes
When: 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: 5509 Coleman Road, Roanoke
Cost: $30 per person
Contact: 598-8334 or mmelki2001@aol.com
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Alternative Thanksgiving, Part II
Cooking breads and desserts for your vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free friends.
When: 6 to 7:15 p.m.
Where: Roanoke Main Library, 706 S. Jefferson St.
Cost: Free
Contact: 853-2473 or main.library@roanokeva.gov
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Holiday sides
Learn how to put a new spin on classic holiday dishes or start new traditions with fresh recipes.
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Gourmet Pantry, 401 S. Main St., Blacksburg
Cost: $55 per person
Contact: 951-1995 or www.gourmetpantryonline
