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Chinese Cuisine: Fried Rice

with Shufang Liao

Jan

Next session: January 14th, 2027

$50 More Info

Love fried rice? Discover the secrets to wok-tossed perfection in this lively cooking class! You’ll learn how to transform simple ingredients into golden, fragrant fried rice—balancing textures and flavors while mastering wok control. This dish represents creativity and resourcefulness in Chinese home cooking, making the most of leftovers with skill and flair. Perfect for beginners or seasoned cooks, you’ll leave with techniques to make restaurant-quality fried rice at home. *A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

Chinese Cuisine: Dumplings

with Shufang Liao

Jan

Next session: January 28th, 2027

$65 More Info

Love dumplings? Learn the secrets behind China’s most iconic comfort food in this hands-on class! You’ll make dumplings from scratch—creating soft dough, preparing flavorful fillings, and mastering various wrapping styles like crescent and pouch shapes. Explore the cultural meaning of dumplings as symbols of reunion and wealth, traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year. By the end, you’ll be able to boil, steam, or pan-fry your own perfect dumplings and take home the authentic techniques and recipes to recreate this festive dish anytime. *A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

The Art of Spanakopita

with Constantine Zoulamis

Sep

Next session: September 16th to 30th, 2026

$175 More Info

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to make homemade phyllo dough from scratch, a cherished tradition passed down through generations in my family. Together, we’ll create authentic spanakopita while mastering techniques that bring this iconic Greek dish into your own kitchen. All materials/ingredients provided. *This is a 3wk class.

A Taste of Greece: Appetizers & Sides

with Constantine Zoulamis

Dec

Next session: December 2nd to 9th, 2026

$115 More Info

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to prepare classic Greek appetizers like tzatziki, stuffed grape leaves, and giant beans. We’ll also create hearty, comforting soups, including lentil, great northern bean, and the traditional avgolemono, featuring both chicken and meatball variations. All materials/ingredients provided.

Raclette: The Perfect Winter Dinner Party

with Tiffany Harrington

Dec

Next session: December 7th, 2026

$35 More Info

This workshop will teach you all about the Swiss winter tradition of raclette, a meal that is all about cheese. Learn about creating a fun, memorable night for family and friends by throwing a raclette dinner party to get through the dark, cold winter. We’ll go over the traditional components of the meal and how it can be adapted to any diet or preference. The workshop will include a demonstration and tasting. Come ready to eat cheese. *JAN Session Snow Date: 1/25.

Acadian Arts Retreats: Asian Fusion Cooking

with Chris Toy

Sep

Next session: September 18th to 20th, 2026

$695 More Info

Your instructor, Chris Toy is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created. More about the retreat location: Escape to a Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artists, cooks and creatives! All meals are included in the workshop fee plus special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops, including a private house concert by Grammy-balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordan Ward. For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/. *Lodgings not included in price. **There is a $60 cancellation fee.