Zuma Organic

The Earth’s Winter Bounty!

A trip to Farmer’s Market in the winter time can sometimes be a discouraging experience…I want you to be excited to grab a butternut squash, swiss chard & kiwi!

This class series is designed to get you familiar with seasonal items that are local and sustainable.  Creating dishes that your family will love is only part of this class.  Learn to handle these sometimes tricky food items (how do you peel & dice a butternut squash!?), how to use them in unique ways (we will roast beets!) and most of all learn that winter’s bounty is limitless with delicious possibilities!

TWO classes in this series

Monday, February 15th (SOLD OUT!)

Monday, February 22nd

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Monday, February 15th (SOLD OUT)

6:00pm

Hearty Apple-Rice Salad with Winter Greens

Swiss Chard & Feta Stuffed Spanikopita

Vegetable & Mung Bean Soup

Kiwi Vanilla Ice Pops

Date Rolls with Coconut

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Monday, February 22nd

6pm

Hearty Apple-Rice Salad with Winter Greens

Swiss Chard & Feta Stuffed Spanikopita

Roasted Beets with Arugula, Blue Cheese & Candy Pecans

Pan Fried Polenta with Mascarpone Cheese &

Roasted Winter Root Vegetables

Date & Brandy Bread Pudding

Date rolls with Coconut

One Class $55

Both Classes $100

Classes are two hours long – aprons, recipes & fun will be provided.  Many students take notes during class, so bring a pen, camera or whatever will keep you inspired!  Classes are held in Zuma Beach and the address will be provided after purchase.

To register for class, please click the “Pay for Class” button

Tell a Friend!!

Choose from a variety of different classes and host a cooking class in your very own kitchen!  

Invite your friends, spouses…or meet new friends who share your same interests.  

I have a waiting list of students who would love to fill in classes!

How do you do it?

1. email me to schedule a date & time (weekdays, evenings & weekends)
2. choose a class topic (see below)
3. invite anyone you like (max 12 students)

I will put your group name under the “PAY FOR CLASS” page and your guests can register and pay online.  YOUR CLASS IS FREE for hosting!  Here are a few ideas for class topics, but PLEASE feel free to let me know anything else you are interested in and I will design a class specifically for your group!

• Baking, Sauteing & Poaching Fish with sides
• Kid Friendly Lunches & Dinners
• Baking 101 – cakes, cupcakes, puddings & pies
• Kitchen 101 – the basics of organizing and running your stress free kitchen
• East Meets West – asian inspired dishes from around the world
• Vegetarian Entrees & Sides
• Holiday Meals
• The Perfect Cocktail Party – appetizers & drinks
• Soups & Homemade Breads
• Husband & Wife Couples Class – a three course romantic meal
• South of the Border – home made tortillas, Chile Rellenos, Sopas & more!

These are only a handful of ideas…let me know what you’d like to learn!  

Hope to cook with you soon!

Home Made Granola * Waffles with Blueberries * Potato Oven Omelette

These are just a few of the recipes that I include in the Weekly Meal Organization!

For $10 per week, I will supply you with a meal plan, shopping list & recipes.  Please click the “Buy My Products” button to purchase your weeks now…This makes an excellent gift for the person who has everything (except time to plan & cook meals)!

*Please feel free to contact me with any questions or food concerns you may have*

• 4 med sweet potatoes (or yams)
• 2 tbls olive oil
• 2 tsp zuma organic bombay blend
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• salt & pepper to taste

Pre-Heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat the baking sheet in oven until hot – about fifteen minutes. Slice potatoes into wedges or sticks. Place into a bowl and toss to coat with the above ingredients.

Place wedges on hot baking sheet. Cook until potatoes are crisp and golden on the bottom, about 15 minutes. Turn and bake for another 15 minutes.

Serve with…

Lime Yogurt Dipping Sauce

Mix the following ingredients together in a bowl and chill for 30 minutes…

• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 3 tbls chopped cilantro
• 2 tbls chopped walnuts
• juice from one lime
• zest from one lime
• ½ tsp zuma organic Bombay Blend or Cumin & Paprika
• salt & pepper to taste

What if I planned your weeks meals?

$10 per week….(minimum 5 weeks)

• Saturday morning email with one weeks worth of healthy breakfasts, lunches & dinners – organized by day – PRINTABLE with full color photos! Pick & choose what you want to make.
• A shopping list for the entire week, detailing by product what to buy and where – saving time & money
• Gluten free, Dairy free & Sugar free recipes – Each weeks menus will touch on new things to try!
• An easy Recipe for every dish and a daily menu guide with kid friendly snacks included
• Each week I will highlight a ‘new’ product for you to try out
• The satisfaction of knowing you are feeding your family new, healthy & organic meals!

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“i went to this class on a whim, i knew no one there and wasn’t sure if i was going to have a good time.  i ended up having a blast, everyone was so nice!  plus i was really surprised how much we got done in a couple of hours.  i learned so much about holiday meals, i have recipes for some delicious dishes, i’m very excited to try cooking them at home (as is my husband). i had a great experience with this class and would recommend it highly to anyone!” Kristin B. Read more

This three berry crumble is a big hit in my house and soon will be in your home too!  When I teach this recipe in class, I get at least three phone calls within the week from students who tell me that not only their husbands LOVE it, but the kids devoured it.  Below, I have the dairy free version, but you can easily switch the Smart Balance for real butter.  If nuts is not your thing, then omit them from the crumble and add more oats.  Happy Eating!

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