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I N T R O d u c in g Viking Rewards (See page 33 for details.) 02 New! Viking University: Baking Classics hands-on

Baking is a science and an art form. If you love to bake or have always wanted to learn, we have some sweet inspiration. Viking University: Baking Classics is our all new four- part series focused on basic baking techniques for the home cook. Discover the secrets to making tender, flaky pie crusts, yeasty loaves of bread, moist, melt-in-your mouth cakes, and chewy, gooey cookies. In each 5-hour hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the skills needed to master freshly baked goods and the science that underlies the craft of baking. It’s everything you need to embark on a lifetime of baking with confidence, passion, and success. Create a little lovin’ from the oven – then pass your knowledge down to future generations so that they too can experience the joy of baking. Viking University: Baking Classics – it’s the next step in your culinary education. baking classics viking university:

Top Ten Reasons for Learning to Bake:

1. Fun and fulfilling hobby 2. Excellent creative outlet 3. Relaxing/therapeutic 4. Economical; less expensive than purchasing baked goods 5. Healthful; use of fresh, high quality ingredients 6. Fun and educational family activity 7. Evokes happy childhood memories 8. Create homemade gifts from the kitchen 9. Celebrate holidays and other special occasions 10. Nurture family and friends Viking University: baking Classics [ L earn the art and science of baking at home. ]

BAKING Classics I: BAKING Classics III: pies cookies and custard MENU Classic Quiche; Coconut Buttermilk Pie with MENU Viennese Almond Crescent Cookies; Melt-In- Chocolate Macadamia Nut Crust; The Season’s Best Your-Mouth Glazed Sugar Cookies; Cranberry Bliss Fruit Pie; Lemon Tart with Shortbread Crust. Bonus Bars; The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies; Crème Recipe: Your Favorite Fresh Fruit Cobbler. Brûlée. Bonus Recipe: Fudgey Brownies.

BAKING Classics iV: BAKING Classics II: breads cakes and Soufflés MENU Dinner Rolls; Basic White Bread; Cinnamon Rolls; MENU Chocolate Devil’s Food Cake with Vanilla Classic French Bread; Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins; Southern Buttercream and Raspberries; New York-Style Cheesecake Biscuits. Bonus Recipes: 100% Whole-Wheat Loaf Bread; with Assorted Toppings; Angel Food Cake; Chocolate Rosemary Focaccia; Blueberry Scones. Soufflés with Crème Anglaise. Bonus Recipe: Individual Almond Pound Cakes.

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Cooking is an art form – not a chore. At Viking University, we’ll empower you to cook with confidence and creativity in just six short weeks. Meet once a week for 3 hours of hands-on instruction focused on classical culinary techniques that are relevant to the home cook today. Learn fish, meat and poultry cookery, knife skills, and all essential cooking techniques from braising and boiling to searing and steaming. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to become a great cook including how recipes may be used as a guide to create your own unique dishes. While learning the fundamentals of culinary arts, you’ll also be learning to prepare delicious dishes your family and friends will love any night of the week. Sign up today for Viking University – truly Viking Cook- ing School’s most comprehensive skill-based series to date. viking university

Viking Classics I: Knife Skills and Kitchen Orientation MENU Salsa Fresca; Chicken and Vegetable Fajitas; Simple Green Salad. Sample Recipe: Basic Vinaigrette.

Viking Classics II: Stocks, Soups and Sauces MENU Chicken Noodle Soup; Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Pancetta and Fried Sage; Italian Macaroni and Cheese; Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Shallot Mushroom Pan Sauce. Sample Recipe: Basic Chicken Stock. You won’t earn college credit. Viking Classics III: Roasting and Baking Just credit for your MENU Baked Fish with Parmesan Crust; Oven-Roasted cooking!] Vegetables; Classic Roasted Chicken With Herbed Pan Gravy; Potato Gratin; Roasted Prime Rib of Beef with Horseradish Cream Sauce. Viking University [ Gourmet training for the home cook.]

Viking Classics IV: Viking Classics VI: Sautéing, Frying and Stir-frying Braising, Boiling, Poaching MENU Chicken Parmesan; Stir-Fried Shrimp and and Steaming Vegetables; Veal Piccata; Sautéed Fish; Classic Beurre MENU Mashed Potatoes; Steamed Broccoli (or Blanc. Sample Recipe: Boiled Jasmine Rice. Asparagus) with Hollandaise Sauce; Pasta with Marinara Sauce and Shaved Pecorino Romano; Poached Pears; Crème Anglaise. Sample Recipe: Old Fashioned Pot Roast. Viking Classics V: Grilling and Broiling MENU Grilled New York Strips; Cabernet Butter (with Variations); Broiled Rosemary Chicken; Grilled Vegetables with Basil and Asiago Cheese; Miso-Glazed Salmon; Grilled Garlic Bread; Mixed Greens with Blue Cheese, Candied Pine Nuts and Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette.

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CULINARY BASICS [ Invest a few hours of one weekend, and eat well for a lifetime in our Three-Day Culinary Basics workshop.]

For a complete listing of our Culinary Basics classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. Barbecue Basics Hands-On • 5 hr $135 In our smokin’ hot barbecue boot camp, discover tried-and-true tips and techniques for preparing the grill, regulating the heat, smoking, grilling – and the dying art of low-and-slow, fork-tender barbecue. Cook like a pit master as you learn the basic principles for both indoor and outdoor barbecue; then, learn to prepare uniquely delicious, people-pleasing side dishes. Whether you’re a tailgate warrior, a backyard grillmeister – or just enjoy the “Q” – this class is for you.

MENU Fall-Off-The-Bone Baby-Back Ribs with Tangy Mop Sauce; Low-and-Slow Pulled Pork with Traditional Vinegar Sauce; Real Deal Barbecued Chicken; Carolina Coleslaw; Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Salad; Cast Iron Skillet Bacon Cheese Grits; Pit Master’s Fire & Spice Dry Rub; Kentucky Bourbon Barbecue Glaze; Apple Brown Betty. Sample Recipes: Luau Grill Beans; Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream. (Class may be conducted either indoors or outdoors depending on the weather and the individual teaching kitchen facility. Contact your local Viking Cooking School for details.)

ONE-Day Culinary Basics Hands-On • 5 hr $135 In just one day, develop the expertise that experienced cooks use to create your favorite dishes. After a full day of slicing, dicing, cooking and baking, students sit down to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

MENU Chicken Stock; Homemade Vegetable Soup; Sautéed Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Fresh Herbs and Mozzarella (and other variations); Asian-Marinated Grilled Fish; Basmati Rice Pilaf; Green Beans with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette; Chocolate Soufflés.

HOMEMADE SOUPS WORKSHOP Hands-On • 3 hr $89 Perfectly prepared soups start with some basic classical French techniques – and a little bit of love. Learn chefs’ secrets for taking shortcuts without [ Invest a few hours of one weekend, sacrificing quality. Then learn to garnish soups like and eat well for a lifetime in our a pro, elevating your soups to a whole new level. MENU Homemade Vegetable Soup; Roasted Three-Day Culinary Basics workshop.] Butternut Squash Soup with Pancetta and Fried Sage; Shrimp Bisque with Crunchy Leek Garnish. Sample Recipe: Cream of Broccoli Soup with Lemon- Pepper Croutons. 08

The Essential cooking Series (EcS) Demonstration • 2 hr

12-week series – $419 Single class – $49

Sign up for the full series and save $169. SPECIAL DISCOUNT PRICING Begin any time, and don’t worry if you miss a class – Any two Essentials classes – $80 you can make it up the next time it is offered! Any three Essentials classes – $120 essential cooking series cooking

ECS 1: STOCKS ECS 4: BREADS AND PIZZA Learn to create rich, aromatic stocks that will become the Learn the techniques and the chemistry behind foundation for all your cooking. breadmaking so that you can create crusty breads and pizzas at home. Your family will love you for it! MENU Chicken Stock; Veal Stock; Risotto Milanese; Bonus Recipe: Vegetable Stock. MENU Rosemary Focaccia; Whole-Wheat Pizza with Smoked Chicken, Pesto and Goat Cheese; Basic White ECS 2: SOUPS AND SAUCES Bread. Sample Recipe: Cinnamon Rolls. Soups and sauces distinguish a cook as an expert; we’ve taken the mystery out of making them perfectly! ECS 5: GRILLING, BROILING AND SMOKING MENU Basic White Sauce (Sauce Béchamel); Baked Pasta Learn to marinate, smoke, create perfect grill marks and test with Cheese Sauce (Penne Al Forno); Wild Mushroom Soup for doneness. Become master of the grill! (Velouté à la Forestière); Basic Brown Sauce; Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Sauce Madeira. Bonus Recipe: Veloute. MENU Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Roasted Garlic Aïoli; Broiled Rosemary Chicken; Grilled Strip Steaks with ECS 3: CLASSICAL AND CONTEMPORARY Green Peppercorn Butter. SAUCES Vinaigrettes, coulis, pan sauces and more. Discover ECS 6: ROASTING AND BAKING classical and contemporary sauces you’ll make at Discover an effortless, healthful technique for delicious, home over and over again. beautifully browned foods.

MENU Broccoli with Hollandaise; Pasta with Red Pepper MENU Classic Roasted Chicken with Herbed Pan Gravy; Coulis; Mixed Salad Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette; Roasted Vegetables; Eggplant Gratin. Chicken Marsala. The Essential Cooking Series [ Master cooking techniques in 12 short weeks.]

ECS 7: SOUFFLÉS ECS 10: SWEET AND SAVORY PASTRIES Learn to make surprisingly simple but elegant sweet and Quick and easy tips for making pie pastry for any occasion. savory soufflés. You’ll never buy pre-made pie dough again!

MENU Grand Marnier Soufflé with Crème Anglaise; MENU Plain Short Pastry; Cream Short Pastry; Meat Spinach and Cheese Soufflé; Chocolate Soufflé with Warm Turnover; Seasonal Fruit Tart; Tarte Tatin. Raspberry Sauce. ECS 11: BRAISING ECS 8: SAUTÉING AND FRYING Slow cooking for maximum flavor. The original “make-it- Sautéed, stir-fried, pan-fried or deep-fried, we’ll take the fear ahead” cooking technique, as the dish only gets better the out of frying with these quick and easy dishes. next day.

MENU Hazelnut-Crusted Chicken with Wine Sauce; MENU Lamb Cacciatore with Pasta; Braised Chicken with Vegetable Stir-Fry; Pan-Fried Fish with Cornmeal Crust; 40 Cloves of Garlic; Braised Bitter Greens. Pommes Frites with Roasted Red Pepper Aïoli; Basic Mayonnaise. Bonus Recipe: Tartar Sauce. ECS 12: CAKES Learn to bake, frost and slice different types of cakes. Then ECS 9: STEAMING, POACHING AND BOILING celebrate – it’s graduation day! Infuse flavor and moisture with a minimal loss of vitamins and minerals. Deceivingly delicious! MENU Old-Fashioned Chocolate Layer Cake; Angel Food Cake with Raspberry Coulis; Key Lime Cheesecake MENU Poached Salmon with Lemon-Caper Beurre with Hazelnut Crust; Basic Custard for Ice Cream (Crème Blanc; Steamed Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Anglaise); Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Souce; Cabernet Poached Pears; Sweet Potato Bisque.

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The Essential Wine Series (EwS) Demonstration • 2.5 hr 6 Benefits of Drinking Wine: 6-week Series – $399 1. Heightens flavor of food Single class – $79 2. Engages 4 of the 5 senses 3. Powerful antioxidant

Price of Series includes a copy of The Wine Bible 4. Promotes longevity 5. Intellectual stimulation and the Wine Aroma Wheel, retail value $26.90 (in 6. Relaxation participationg stores). Sign up for the full series and save $75. And don’t worry if you miss a class – you can make it up the next time it is offered!

Are you tired of feeling intimidated by wine? Just want to enjoy the stuff? Well, tell that snooty sommelier to put a cork in it. After completing our six-week series, you’ll have the skills and knowledge needed to order fabulous wines at your favorite restaurants, select reasonably priced quality wines from retail stores, and appreciate the subtle nuances that make great wines great. The Essential Wine Series was developed exclusively for Viking Cooking Schools by Karen MacNeil, chairperson of the Wine Department at The Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley and author of the best- selling, award winning classic The Wine Bible. During each session, you will taste eight carefully chosen wines, all designed to advance your knowledge of wine as well as your passion for it. This series is designed for wine lovers of all skill levels – from novice to connoisseur – so sign up today.

EWS 1: HOW TO TASTE LIKE A PRO EWS 4: ELEGANT AND EARTHY REDS: Learn to describe both the flavor profile and personality PINOT NOIR AND SYRAH of a wine using everyday terms. Is it sweet or dry? Of all the red wines in the world, pinot noir and syrah Light, medium or full-bodied? Fruity like strawberry jam, are those most often described as sensual. Discover earthy like sautéed mushrooms or spicy like cinnamon the amazing range of flavors as well as textures that and cloves? Learn all this and more! are unforgettable.

EWS 2: THE IMPORTANT WHITES: EWS 5: THE BIG REDS: CHARDONNAY AND SAUVIGNON BLANC MERLOT AND CABERNET SAUVIGNON Chardonnay and sauvignon blanc are the leading When wine professionals describe majestic, powerful whites in the United States and the ones most often reds, you can bet they are talking about merlot or cabernet drunk with dinner. Learn what makes these varietals so sauvignon (or a blend of the two). In this session, we’ll “important” – and so desirable! explore the two “kings” of red wine.

EWS 3: CRISP AND AROMATIC WHITES: EWS 6: GREAT BEGINNINGS AND RIESLING, PINOT GRIGIO, ALBARIÑO SWEET ENDINGS: SPARKLING WINES AND MORE AND DESSERT WINES Some of the most fascinating (and fashionable) white Explore top sparkling wines and Champagnes as well wines today are crisp and aromatic, and as such, pair as some of the world’s most decadent dessert wines. exceptionally well with the spicy and aromatic cuisines Find out why most wine experts are sparkling and dessert we love to eat. Experience it for yourself! wine fanatics. 12 wine & cheese

Wine & Cheese [ L earn how drinking wine in moderation can lead to better health and a longer life in our Superfoods Wine Dinner.]

For a complete listing of our Wine & Cheese classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. CHEESE A ND WIN E TASTIN G Demonstration • 2.5 hr $89 Explore the fascinating world of cheese and wine – and how they can be a match made in heaven. Learn all about various types of cheese catego- rized by texture, milk type and flavor. Then discover the secret to purchasing, storing and serving both fresh and aged cheeses. Through both tasting and discussion, we’ll teach you all the basic principles for successful cheese and wine pairings. You’ll be amazed how well triple cream cheeses pair with sparkling wines, and how well, despite what you may have heard, white wines pair with countless cheeses. We’ll sample some classic combinations such as great big reds with blues as well as some contemporary, artisanal cheeses paired with up- and-coming varietals.

MENU Premium cheeses from around the world; premium wines from around the world.

FOOD AND WINE PAIRING: NAPA VALLEY STYLE Demonstration • 2.5 hr $89 Swirl, sniff, sip and savor the world’s most intriguing beverage. Learn innovative tasting and evaluation techniques for pairing the bounty of California with your favorite Napa wines. In just a couple of hours, you’ll develop a better understanding of how to select the perfect wine for any dish and the dynamics behind matching the flavors.

MENU Artisanal California Chèvre with Fresh Herbs on Olive Oil Crostini – Sauvignon Blanc; Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Lemon Brown Butter – Chardonnay; Wild Mushrooms a la Bourguignon – Pinot Noir; Roasted Rack of Lamb – Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon; Mini Phyllo Chess Tartlets – Napa Valley Sparkling Wine.

CHEESE 101 Hands-On • 3 hr $99 In our Cheese 101 class, you’ll learn all about the various types of cheese categorized by texture, milk type and flavor. Then, through tasting and discussion, we’ll teach you all the basic principles for evaluating various premium cheeses and the accompaniments that pair best with them. We’ll also make fresh mozzarella and ricotta during class – and, if you haven’t tried fresh mozzarella while it’s still slightly warm in the center – you are in for a treat!

MENU Premium Cheese Tasting; Homemade Fresh Mozzarella; Homemade Fresh Ricotta. Sample Recipes: Marinated Bocconcini; Cheesecake “Truffles.” 14 dough & dessert

dough & dessert [Pipe borders and rosettes, shells and scrolls, basket-weave patterns and more in our Cake Decorating workshop.] Pasta Workshop Hands-On • 3 hr $79 There’s nothing like the taste of fresh pasta. Learn to make homemade pasta from a few staple ingredients using a few simple techniques; then create pasta dishes celebrating the flavors of the season.

MENU Basic Pasta Dough; Herbed Pasta with Red Wine and Mushrooms; Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage Butter; Goat Cheese Tortellini with Tomato Concassé.

PIZZA WORKSHOP Hands-On • 3 hr $79 Starting out as poor man’s flat bread in 18th-century Naples, pizza has since been elevated to ethereal heights. Considered one of Italy’s greatest gifts to America, as a nation we happily consume over three billion pizzas per year. With the right ingredients, tools and techniques, you can make fresh homemade pizzas right in your own home that rival the best pizzerias in Naples. Learn how a cool rise followed by intense heat produces the perfect pie. At the end of class, we’ll play some Pavarotti and have our own pizza party. Ciao!

MENU Basic Pizza Dough; Whole-Wheat Pizza Dough; White Pizza with Chicken and Broccoli; Four Cheese Pizza with Assorted Gourmet Toppings; Dessert Pizza with Almond Cream, White Chocolate and Berries. Sample Recipe: Oven-Roasted Tomato Pizza Sauce.

ADVANCED CAKE DECORATING: FONDANT AND GUM PASTE Hands-On • 5 hr $135 Take your cake decorating skills to the next level in our highly requested Advanced Cake Decorating workshop. Discover the secrets professional pastry chefs use for covering cakes with rolled fondant including how to prevent cracks, lumps and wrinkles for a beautifully smooth, porcelain-like finish. Then, dough & learn advanced techniques for making a beautiful bouquet of gum paste flowers in a rainbow of colors. dessert Leave with your gorgeous, expertly decorated cake ready for serving family and friends and all the recipes [Pipe borders and rosettes, shells and and techniques you need for making more at home. scrolls, basket-weave patterns and more For a complete listing of our Baking, Pastry, Pizza and in our Cake Decorating workshop.] Pasta classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. 16 Cook smart and eat well. smart cooking

Smart cooking [ Discover nature’s real fountain of youth in our Stop the Clock Cuisine class.]

For a complete listing of our our Smart Cooking classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. Superfoods Workshop Hands-On • 3 hr $89 “Superfoods” are fresh, whole foods that are high in nutrients and rich in antioxidants. These powerful foods provide you with more energy and protection against disease than all other foods. Some examples include: blueberries, greens, tomatoes, beans, nuts and fish – all easy-to-find, delicious foods available at your local grocery store. Explore healthful cuisines from around the world and learn how to incorporate more of these superfoods into your regular diet.

MENU Avocado Temaki Rolls with Wasabi Miso Dipping Sauce; Maple Sweet Potato Fries; Seared Black Cod with Kaffir Lime Coconut Broth; Asian Greens with Shiitakes; Blueberry Lemon Crisp with Dark Chocolate Squares. Sample Recipes: White Bean Caramelized Onion Dip with Vegetable Chips; Brown Sushi Rice; Pomegranate Refreshers.

FISH COOKERY Hands-On • 3 hr $99 Are you intimidated at the thought of cooking fish at home? Well, don’t let your fears get the better of you. After taking our fish cookery class, you’ll under- stand all the tools, tips and techniques needed to conquer your fear of fish forever. From grilling and searing to steaming and sautéing, you’ll be cooking fish like a pro in no time!

MENU Asian Grilled Tuna Burgers with Wasabi Mayo and Crunchy Slaw; Pan-Seared Fish with Assorted Toppings: Shallot Chardonnay Butter, Black Bean Avocado Salsa and Citrus-Herb Vinaigrette; Crispy Sautéed Fish with Jumbo Lump Crab Rémoulade; Fish Cooked in Parchment Paper (Poisson en Papillote). Bonus Recipe: Lemon-Basil Sorbet.

SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD WORKSHOP Hands-On • 3 hr $99 These days, it’s tough to know which fish and shellfish are fresh, wholesome and eco-friendly. In this exciting workshop, we’ll prepare spectacular seafood dishes from around the world that you’ll love making at home. We’ll talk about the importance of buying seafood from sustainable sources and provide recommendations on which seafood to buy (or avoid) in your area. After defining the meaning of “sustainable seafood,” we’ll share some thoughts about how we can each become “stewards” of our oceans.

MENU Grilled Fish Tacos with Pepitas and Lime Crema; Wild King Salmon with Ginger Miso Glaze; Yellowfin Tuna Carpaccio; Italian Shellfish Stew (Brodetto di Mare) with Garlic Ciabatta Bread. Sample Recipes: Smoked Catfish Pâté; Salsa Fresca; Toasted Sesame Crisps. Bonus Recipe: Lemon Sorbet with Dark Chocolate Mint Squares. 18 date night

Date night [ An enchanted evening of gourmet delights awaits you in our Date Night: Candlelight Dinner class.]

For a complete listing of our Date Night classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. NEW! VALENTINE’S DATE NIGHT Hands-On • 3 hr $109 Every February, loved ones exchange flowers, candy and other tokens of affection, all in the name of St. Valentine. This year, instead of fight- ing for reservations at overbooked restaurants, stir up some romance in the kitchen preparing a delightful dinner with your special someone. Now that’s amore!

MENU Wild Mushroom and Brie Beggar’s Purses; Mixed Greens with Bacon, Apples and Red Wine Vinaigrette; Pan-Seared Beef Tenderloin with Sweet Potato-Crusted Scallops and Lemon-Pepper Beurre Blanc; Grilled Asparagus; Strawberries and Cream- Filled Crêpes with Warm Chocolate Sauce.

DATE NIGHT: GOURMET DELIGHT Hands-On • 3 hr $119 When the occasion calls for a romantic, unforgettable meal, we have the perfect menu for you. Filet mignon and loads of fresh seafood highlight this lavish, gourmet feast. Join us for a fun, informative evening cooking with your special someone – it’s a great way to spend time together while expanding your culinary expertise.

MENU Individual Lobster Pot Pies; Grilled Caesar Salad; Porcini-Crusted Filet Mignon and Jumbo Crab-Stuffed Shrimp with Champagne Butter Sauce. Sample Recipe: Coconut Layer Cake with Raspberry Lime Curd.

DATE NIGHT: Special Occasion Hands-On • 3 hr $109 Special occasions call for a special menu. Enjoy lobster, filet mignon, Champagne and cheesecake Date night – the ultimate culinary date night! MENU Lobster Bisque with Brandy Cream; Baby Greens with Candied Pine Nuts and Champagne Vinaigrette; Pancetta-Wrapped Filet Mignon Stuffed with Spinach and Boursin Cheese; Merlot Demi- Glace; Oven-Roasted Truffled Frites. Sample Recipe: White Chocolate Cherry Cheesecakes for Two. 20 steakhouse

steakhouse [ Feast on succulent steaks and decadent side dishes in our Classic Steakhouse class.]

For a complete listing of our Steakhouse classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. C HICAGO STEAKHOUSE Hands-On • 3 hr $109 As you enter one of Chicago’s historical, world renowned steakhouses, you’ll half expect to see Ol’ Blue Eyes tipping his fedora – or a mob boss asking for his usual table in the corner. Well, you won’t see Frank Sinatra or Al Capone, but you will experience prime aged steaks like you’ve never had before. Prepare popular dishes featured in the Windy City’s most beloved steakhouses. Then, sit down to enjoy a fabulous Chicago-style steak- house feast.

MENU Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops with Apricot Sauce; Chopped Salad with Avocados, Bacon, Blue Cheese and Dijon Vinaigrette; Chicago-Style Bone-In Rib-Eyes; Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms; Hash Brown Potatoes. Sample Recipes: Horseradish Cream Sauce; Windy City’s Banana Cream Tarts.

French STEAKHOUSE Hands-On • 3 hr $99 Many countries enjoy a thriving steakhouse tradition. In France, homey bistro-style dishes are paired with lovely French wines in a warm, cozy atmosphere. In this workshop, hanger steak, a very beefy, very juicy, tender cut of meat is served with crispy fries for the ultimate European-style steakhouse experience. And the pièce de résistance – a gorgeous chocolate soufflé served hot out of the oven with creamy custard sauce.

MENU Grilled Hanger Steak with Red Wine Demi- Glace; Matchstick Potatoes (Pommes Allumettes); Frisée Salad with Crispy Bacon and Poached Eggs; Chocolate Soufflé with Grand Marnier Crème Anglaise.

NEW YORK STEAKHOUSE Hands-On • 3 hr $99 Steakhouses have long been a part of the New York food culture. With some steakhouses operating continually for over 100 years, these revered dining establishments offer the quintessential Old New York experience. With their undeniable machismo and clubby charisma, diners return over and over for succulent steaks and mouthwatering side dishes. Just try to leave a little room for some amazing New York-style cheesecake!

MENU Clams Casino; Caesar Salad with Home- made Croutons; Grilled New York Strips with Blue Cheese Butter; Creamed Spinach. Sample Recipe: New York-Style Black and White Cheesecake. 22 girls’ night out

A percentage of the tuition for all Girls’ Night Out classes will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. *In participating stores girls’ night out [ Laugh and learn with your girlfriends in our Girls’ Night Out: The Original class.]

For a complete listing of our Girls’ Night Out classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT: IN LITTLE HAVANA Hands-On • 3 hr $89 Little Havana, a muy caliente neighborhood in Miami, is the hotbed of Cuban culture in America. Cutting edge art galleries and unique storefronts happily reside side-by-side with hand-rolled cigar shops and quaint Cuban restaurants. A rich and varied cuisine, Cuban food is a delightful mixture of Caribbean, Spanish and African influences. So mambo on over with “the girls” for ice-cold minty mojitos - and the hottest cooking class in town!

MENU Cuban Salad with Crunchy Croutons and Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette; Arroz con Pollo (Chicken with Yellow Rice); Cuban Black Beans; Tres Leches Cake (amazingly moist and decadent cake). Bonus Recipe: Mojitos.

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT: IN ROME Hands-On • 3 hr $89 There is nothing like the energy of Rome at night – people strolling through the floodlit piazzas, or dining at quaint, family-owned outdoor cafes. Experience this ancient capital city and the Italian joy of life by exploring its foods – steeped in tradition yet modern in its purity of flavors. We’ll end the evening with oh-so- decadent Tartufo – the Eternal City’s answer to death-by-chocolate.

MENU Marinated Roasted Red Peppers and Olives; Homemade Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with Tomato- Pancetta Butter; Veal Scaloppini with Prosciutto and Sage (Saltimbocca alla Romana). Sample Recipes: Chocolate Gelato with Cherries Rolled in Chocolate (Tartufo); Sparkling Wine with Fresh Strawberry Purée (Rossini Cocktails).

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT: In Paris Hands-On • 3 hr $99 Everyone loves Paris – the “City of Light.” Travel to the ultimate European food city to discover new twists on French classics. Laugh and learn with your girlfriends in this lively, fun-filled workshop. We’ll keep the Champagne on ice!

MENU Caramelized Sweet Onion and Goat Cheese Tartlets with Fresh Herb Salad; Pan-Roasted Baby Lamb Chops with Apricot Jus; Individual Chocolate Soufflés with Strawberry Sauce. Sample Recipes: Berry Champagne Cocktails; Matchstick Potatoes (Pommes Allumettes). 24

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Around the World [ Enjoy the best sangria this side of Guadalajara in our Tamales and Sangria Party.]

For a complete listing of our Around the World classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. ITALIAN SEAFOOD DINNER Hands-On • 3 hr $109 Do you love seafood but aren’t quite confident how best to prepare it? Well, no one prepares fish and shellfish dishes better than the Italians! Learn how to select, season and cook fish and shellfish dishes – and test for doneness. Then sit down to enjoy a lavish, Italian seafood feast. Delizioso!

MENU Assorted Seafood Salad (Insalata Frutti di Mare); Pasta with Clam Sauce (Linguine con Vongole); Crab and Spinach-Stuffed Flounder with Prosecco Saffron Butter Sauce; Salad of Arugula and Romaine with Gorgonzola. Sample Recipes: Antipasti of Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella and Marinated Olives with Bruschetta; Sicilian White Cookies.

Parisian Dinner Party Hands-On • 3 hr $99 Thousands of people flock to Paris each year to visit the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre or the Arc de Triomphe. But the best reason to visit the stunning capital of France is to experience the city’s unbridled celebration of food. Learn classical French techniques while you create our special Parisian menu.

MENU Tournedos of Beef with Champagne Sauce; Dauphinois Potatoes; Oven-Roasted Asparagus; Chocolate Mousse for Two (Mousse au Chocolat pour Deux); Raspberry Sauce; Tuile Cups. Sample Recipe: Brie en Brioche.

SOUTHERN ITALIAN DINNER PARTY Hands-On • 3 hr $89 The cuisine of Southern Italy is bolder and more down-to-earth in flavor than its more refined northern counterpart. Foods are lovingly prepared, and great pride is taken in serving people with warm, generous hospitality. Learn to prepare some of the classic dishes Around the World from this charming region of Italy in this deliciously inviting workshop. MENU Italian Wedding Soup (wildly popular soup with baby meatballs and orzo); Grandma Rosabella’s Chicken Parmesan; Pasta Aglio e Olio (with garlic and olive oil); Crispy Eggplant; Limoncello Almond Baci (Kiss) Cake. Sample Recipes: Olives Soffritte with Pecorino; Insalata Verde. 26

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Around the World

[ Learn just how fun, fast and easy rolling sushi can be in our Sushi Workshop.]

For a complete listing of our Around the World classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. Thai taste Explosions Hands-On • 3 hr $89 Thailand is known as “The Land of Smiles,” where people happily exist in a culture where elephants share the road with high-speed cars and temples reside side-by-side with high-rise hotels. And after tasting Thai food, you’ll know what everyone is smiling about! In this stimulating workshop, prepare a highly distinctive Thai menu that boldly explodes on the palate. Master tricky Thai techniques for rolling light and crisp spring rolls, cooking in banana leaves, and a Thai chef’s secret to making perfect curry every time!

MENU Thai Spring Rolls with Sweet-and-Sour Dipping Sauce; Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce; Banana Leaf-Wrapped Snapper with Thai Red Curry Sauce. Sample Recipes: Thai Cucumber Salad; Steamed Jasmine Rice; Thai Iced Tea; Lemon Ginger Sorbet.

Indian Feast Hands-On • 3 hr $79 The pervasive aroma of Indian spices wafts through the air as you sip on a glass of masala chai. This gastronomically adventuresome hands-on workshop promises to transport you to realms of epicurean delight. And the cooking is almost as entertaining as the eating!

MENU Curried Vegetable Pastries (Samosas); Cucumber Yogurt Dip (Raita); Basmati Rice; Split Pea Curry (Dhal); Chicken with Roasted Coriander in Coconut Curry Sauce (Dakshini Murgh). Sample Recipes: Fresh Flat Bread (Chapati); Spiced Tea (Masala Chai).

mexican Fiesta Hands-On • 3 hr $89 Mexican cuisine has been called the most varied and unique in the world. It is also arguably the most misunderstood cuisine in America. With culinary influences from the indigenous Mayans and Aztecs as well as the conquering Spanish and French, it is a cuisine rich with thousands of years of culture. Exciting herbs and spices and bold, pure flavors highlight this naturally healthful fare featuring fresh Around the World fruits and vegetables, seafood and chicken. Never again will you mistake heaping portions of ground beef and shredded cheese for an authentic Mexican meal. Sign up today for a sizzling Latin experience.

MENU Mexican Shrimp Cocktail (Coctel de Camarones); Toasted Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cheese (Sopa de Tortilla); Jicama Salad with Tangerines and Candied Peanuts (Ensalada de Jicama); Chicken with Green Mole (Pollo con Mole Verde). Sample Recipe: Mango Sorbet. Bonus Recipe: Sangria. Everything 28 you need to entertain – except the guest list. entertaining

Entertaining

[Let the good times roll in our lively Mardi Gras class.]

For a complete listing of our Entertaining classes, please visit vikingcookingschool.com. WInter DINNER PARTY Hands-On • 3 hr $109 Gather your special circle of friends for an enchanted evening of food and fun. This sophisticated menu is ideal for guests lending a hand in the kitchen while spending some memorable moments together. But – if you prefer to run the show alone – much of the menu may be made ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your guests.

MENU Oysters Rockefeller Bouchée; Boursin and Wild Mushroom Risotto; Veal Oscar; Salad Greens with Walnuts, Pears and Blue Cheese with Sherry Walnut Oil Vinaigrette. Sample Recipe: Double Chocolate Mascarpone Torte.

Casual Cocktail PArty Hands-On • 3 hr $89 Simple but sublime, you’ll finesse your party with grace and ease with these exciting, nearly effortless recipes. After cooking up our charming cocktail fare, we’ll set the buffet table and have our own cocktail party. Too much fun to miss!

MENU Marinated Feta Bruschetta; Mint-Marinated Lamb Kebabs with Yogurt Dip; Jalapeño Citrus- Glazed Shrimp; Phyllo Chess Tartlets. Sample Recipe: Homemade Potato Chips with Blue Cheese, Green Onions and Black Pepper. Bonus Recipes: Apple Martinis; Chocolate Martinis.

Southern’cookin’ Hands-On • 3 hr $79 .You don’t have to live in the South to appreciate soulful Southern cookin’. In this highly requested workshop, we’ll teach you how to create traditional Southern food from the heart. Skillet cornbread, fried chicken, homemade banana pudding … if you haven’t tasted the real thing, don’t miss out on one of life’s simplest pleasures. If you know what we’re talkin’ about … we’ll see you in class.

MENU Best-Ever Crispy Fried Chicken and Gravy; Perfect Mashed Potatoes; Slow-Cooked Southern Greens; Skillet Cornbread; Homemade Banana Puddin’. Sample Recipes: Cheese Straws; Sweet Tea. 30 & family kids, teens

Cooking is cool! KIDS,TEENS & Family [ Make homemade pasta dough from scratch in our Pasta Party for Families.] TEENS ONE-DAY CULINARY BASICS Hands-On • 4 hr $99 Teens begin a lifetime of culinary adventures with just four hours of fundamentals. Students start the day with kitchen safety, sanitation and knife skills. Then they get hands-on experience grilling, sautéing, and making soups, stocks and soufflés. Wow!

MENU Homemade Vegetable Soup; Sautéed Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Fresh Herbs and Mozzarella (and other variations); Asian Marinated Grilled Fish; Basmati Rice Pilaf; Green Beans with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette; Individual Chocolate Soufflés.

TEENS ITALIAN CUSINE Hands-On • 3 hr $69 Fresh, well-chosen ingredients and simple, straight- forward techniques highlight this heavenly, naturally healthful cuisine. Learn to make a marinade, cook pasta, grill seafood, cook asparagus – and prepare a popular Italian sauce. Then feast on the results – ciao!

MENU Bruschetta with Marinated Fresh Mozzarella; Angel Hair Pasta with Homemade Pesto; Grilled Seafood Skewers with Lemon; Asparagus with Prosciutto. Sample Recipe: Panna Cotta.

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