September Seasonal Cooking Class

Join us for a hands-on cooking class focused on the best flavours of September. This class highlights late-summer produce transitioning into early autumn, teaching techniques to bring out peak freshness and make elegant, approachable dishes you can recreate at home.

What you’ll learn

• How to select and store September produce: tomatoes, peaches, plums, figs, corn, peppers, eggplant, basil, early apples, pears, and winter squash.

• Flavor pairing basics for seasonal fruits and vegetables.

• Key techniques: blistering, roasting, braising, quick pickling, and preserving herbs.

• Simple methods to transform leftovers into new meals.

• Menu planning for weeknight dinners and easy entertaining.

Sample menu (hands-on)

• Starter: Charred corn and shishito pepper salad with lime, cotija, and fresh basil

• Main: Pan-roasted chicken or eggplant caponata over polenta with roasted early apple compote

• Side: Roasted beet and fennel slaw with toasted walnuts and a citrus vinaigrette

• Dessert: Rustic peach and almond galette with a brown-butter drizzle

• Bonus: Quick pear-ginger preserves to take home

Who it’s for

• Home cooks wanting to maximize seasonal produce.

• Beginners looking to learn basic techniques.

• Experienced cooks wanting seasonal inspiration and efficient weeknight menus.

Class format and logistics

• Duration: 3 hours

• Group size: Small, hands-on groups (6 participants)

• What to bring: Tupperware (ingredients, knives, and equipment provided)

• Accessibility: Please notify us in advance for dietary restrictions or accessibility needs.

• Take-home: Recipes, tasting samples, and preserved jar to bring home.

Benefits

• Learn practical, seasonal cooking skills to save time and reduce waste.

• Gain confidence in using late-summer and early-fall produce.

• Recipes optimized for easy weeknight execution and simple entertaining.

Sign-up details

• September sessions run weekly; space is limited. RSVP early to secure a spot.

• Options for vegetarian and gluten-free adaptations available—please indicate preferences at registration.

Questions or special requests? Contact the class coordinator when signing up to arrange substitutions or accommodations.