"Culinary Bootcamp for Adults!" with Chef Alejandro Ortiz, Wednesday July 10 - Saturday July 13, 10am - 2pm
Calling all Culinarians!
Boy are we excited for this! Join Alejandro of PINTA for a hands-on, immersive, Culinary Bootcamp for adults.
During our four days we will refine our cutting and basic cooking skills; hone those skills through practical meal-prepping and menu planning. Each day we discuss the agenda, work on our prep-lists, and after all the hard work get to sit down for a well-earned meal together paired with wine at the end of each class.
DAY ONE: Basic Fundamentals
We spend a little bit on fundamentals of knife skills (think, mince, chop, slice, repeat), and explore the lessons of Classical French Cooking with a menu that continues to reinforce our knife skills: we'll talk some simple canapés; a "bistro salad" (dijon vinaigrette, lardons, croutons) etc. We'll also dive into the ins and outs of preparing a whole chicken for roasting- from the seasoning to the trussing. We'll finish with beautifully simple poached pears.
DAY TWO: Baking + Pastry + Picnic Chic
We turn our attention to baking and pastry as we take a venerable litany of delicious goods: from crèpes to cinnamon rolls; flat bread (lavash, naan, roti) and much more!
DAY THREE: Cuisines of Asia: Thailand
We dive into the cuisines of Thailand with a full menu of Thai favorites like Thom Yum and Thom Ka Soup; Chicken or Beef Laarb; Fresh Rolls; Sticky rice and much more! Chef Alejandro we'll also show you some of his favorite dipping sauces.
DAY FOUR: Brunch Spectacular
This is the day that everything we've learned comes together! We will meet at the Farmer's market (at Bishop Park- optional) to buy fresh ingredients. We'll discuss best way to get the most out of your farmer's market experience and even get to know some of the farmers! We take our bounty back to Athens Cooks and prepare a big delicious brunch to celebrate the end of our journey.
Extra spots for "invitees and +1's" will be made available for any guest you may want to invite to join us in order to savor all that you've learned during our four days.
PROPOSED BREAKDOWN
WED | Basics + Classical French Technique
THU | Baking & Pastry
FRI | Asian Cuisine: Thailand
SAT | Farmer's Market Run + Brunch Prep + Fam. Meal with Invites
WED-FRI: 10am - 2pm(ish)
SAT: 9am-10:00am (Market - opt.)/ 10:00am - 1:30pm
Whether you're a novice, a seasoned enthusiast, or kitchen-curious; our BOOTCAMP is designed to accommodate all skill levels and experience. Chef Alejandro will work one-on-one with each person and hands-on with the group to ensure culinary-success!
Bring some sizzle to your summer!