Holiday Appetizers Made Easy

Learn how to create delicious holiday appetizers in this hands-on class with Chef Michele. The focus is on small bites you can prep ahead and bake just before guests arrive—perfect for holiday gatherings.

You’ll use store-bought puff pastry to make quick, savory appetizers like mini tarts and twists and learn how to make savory puffs from scratch using choux pastry—a light, airy dough commonly used for cream puffs and eclairs. These savory puffs, called gougères, will be filled with a festive, holiday-inspired savory filling. Appetizers are designed to be simple, flexible, and easy to make in batches.

As a bonus, Chef Michele will share a bonus cheese ball recipe and two batch cocktail recipes so your guests can self-serve, giving you more time to enjoy the party.

Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

• Nov 15, 2025 to Nov 15, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 39834
• Supplies are required for this course.

Vegan Quick Meals: Baja Flavors

Join Chef Michele live on Zoom for a vegan quick meals class. You’ll learn how to make coconut infused cauliflower Baja tacos with a Sriracha crema sauce and mango slaw. The cauliflower is coated and bakes up with a crispy, crunchy texture, like it's been fried but without the grease. Everything comes together fast and piles high on warm corn tortillas. For dessert, we’ll make a simple vegan chocolate cake. No special equipment or ingredients required. You’ll get clear steps and real-time guidance throughout. This class is designed to help you build flavor quickly using simple ingredients. Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

• Feb 21, 2026 to Feb 21, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 32276
• A prep packet will be sent five days prior to class. Click here for more details.
  Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Plant-Based Cooking: Southwestern Flavors

Start the new year off by adding more plant-based foods to your routine. Join Chef Michele live on Zoom for a plant-based cooking class focused on practical, flavorful recipes you can make at home. You’ll make hearty southwestern black bean burgers from scratch, along with a simple homemade burger sauce. These burgers are packed with protein and hold their own without the meat. You’ll also cook a warm cowboy caviar–inspired salad with sautéed corn and black-eyed peas. It’s protein-rich and filling enough to serve as a main dish. For dessert, you’ll make a quick fruit compote that works with whatever fruit you have on hand and can be served warm or cold. By the end of class, you’ll have a full plant-based meal and the skills to make it again anytime. Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

• Jan 18, 2026 to Jan 18, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Sunday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 32271
• A prep packet will be sent five days prior to class. Click here for more details.
  Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Gluten-Free Baking

Join Chef Michele live on Zoom for a gluten-free baking class that focuses on practical skills and reliable results. You’ll bake sugar cookies, snack cakes, and rolls while learning how to create your own gluten-free flour mix that works across recipes. You’ll get real-time guidance on how gluten-free doughs behave, how to adjust textures, and what to watch for in baking times. This class gives you a solid starting point for baking without wheat and helps you troubleshoot as you go. By the end, you’ll have a set of fresh bakes and a flour mix you can use again in your own kitchen. Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

• Feb 28, 2026 to Feb 28, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 32279
• A prep packet will be sent five days prior to class. Click here for more details.
  Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

Cake Decorating for Beginners

Ready to turn your cake dreams into reality? Join award-winning Sugar Artist and Food Network Competitor Michele Sweeney for a fun, hands-on cake decorating class that's perfect for beginners. Over six weeks, you'll dive into the world of cake making, from baking the perfect cake to whipping up two types of buttercream, mastering piping techniques, and transforming simple desserts into edible works of art. You'll get to practice piping flowers and borders, learning to fill your piping bags like a pro and color buttercream for eye-catching designs. By the end, you'll have decorated cupcakes and an impressive eight-inch cake that's sure to wow at your next celebration! With one baking class via Zoom and the rest in-person, this class is all about collaboration, creativity, and cake, what more could you want? Just bring your apron, a sack lunch, and get ready to impress!

• Jan 10, 2026 to Feb 14, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (6 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $315
• Item: 32268
• A $100 cash supply fee is due to the instructor at the start of class. Please inform the instructor of any food allergies. Be sure to bring an apron and a sack lunch.
  Supplies are required for this course.

Winter Favorite Soups: Pasta E Fagioli

Join Chef Michele on Zoom and learn how to make Pasta e Fagioli soup, a winter favorite that’s hearty, simple, and full of flavor. You’ll follow along step by step, building a flavorful base with everyday staples and fresh aromatics. While the soup simmers, you’ll make homemade focaccia dough and prep it for baking. You’ll learn how to mix, shape, and top the dough so it bakes up golden and crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. By the end of class, you’ll have a full pot of Pasta e Fagioli and homemade focaccia to enjoy with your soup. Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

• Jan 25, 2026 to Jan 25, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Sunday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 32273
• A prep packet will be sent five days prior to class. Click here for more details.
  Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.

From Plan to Plate: Grow an Edible Garden by Flavor Theme

If you love to cook and want to grow your own ingredients, this course is a practical starting point. This beginner-friendly online class focuses on small-space gardening and shows you how to plan edible beds around flavor themes that match how you cook. Chef Michele walks you through four themed planting plans: a Pizza Garden, a Salsa Garden, a Salad Garden, and an Herb Garden. You’ll get straightforward advice on which plants to grow, where to put them, and when to start. The class includes region-specific tips, container and raised bed layouts, and ideas for companion planting. You’ll also get simple recipes for each garden theme, so you’ll know what to cook with what you grow. With planning worksheets, growing guides, and planting timelines provided, this class will have you hitting the ground running this spring. No experience needed, just an interest in food and a plan to grow it.

• Mar 07, 2026 to Mar 07, 2026 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $70
• Item: 32280
• A prep packet will be sent five days prior to class. Click here for more details.
  Students will receive a class prep packet, recipes, and a video recording of the class. Course price includes two people attending from one kitchen; only one person is required to register and pay for the course. Only the registered student will receive course link and associated video recordings.