COOKING CLASS
BETTER TOGETHER: ITALIAN-AMERICAN HOME CLASSICS - FRI, APR 17
- SKU:
- 71846
- Chef:
- Deniz Tarakcioglu
- Class Type:
- Hands-On Class
- Event Time:
- 6 PM - 9 PM
BETTER TOGETHER: ITALIAN-AMERICAN HOME CLASSICS | 6 PM - 9 PM
Step into the warmth of an Italian-American kitchen in this hands-on class celebrating the timeless magic of red sauce and homemade pasta. Guided by Chef Deniz, you’ll learn essential techniques for mixing, rolling, and shaping fresh pasta from scratch, along with the foundations of building rich, flavour-packed tomato sauces.
Along the way, you’ll practice classic cooking methods, elevate simple ingredients with bold Mediterranean flavours, and gain the confidence to recreate these comforting dishes at home. Expect an evening of cooking, sharing, and savouring, just like a meal at Nonna’s table.
- Minimum 2 person registration (automatically added to the shopping cart).
- Registration: Seats sold in pairs only!
MENU
• Sourdough Focaccia and Nonna’s Meatballs in Red Sauce.
• Hand rolled Garganelli with Spicy Tomato Sugo alla Vodka, Spot Prawns.
• Organic Chicken Piccata with Olives, White Wine, Capers and Lemon,
BC Mushrooms Braised in Madeira and Cream.
• Traditional Tiramisu with Mascarpone and Marsala Wine.
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- Attendees must be at least 19 years of age to attend/participate in these classes.
- Allergies: we cannot guarantee that foods will be allergen-free, but you are welcome to come to class to learn, get recipes and tips. Tasting is of course your choice and is at your own risk.
REGISTRATION CANCELLATIONS OR NO SHOWS
- Up to 14 Days – before the scheduled class, we will credit 100% of the class price (store credit back onto a gift card) minus a processing fee per person registered: $25 for demo class, $30 for hands-on, and $50 for kids hands-on cooking camp.
- Less Than 14 Days – As we need to plan our menus and purchase food based on the number of participants attending, no refunds or credits can be issued for cancellations less than 14 days before a class. You may choose to send someone in your place.
If a class is sold out, you are welcome to call the store and add your name to the waiting list | Phone: 604.253.3022
- By purchasing a cooking class (online, in-store, or over the phone), you automatically agree to aforementioned terms & conditions.
- If you have any questions, please contact us at: service@gourmetwarehouse.ca
Deniz’s love of food began in the Mediterranean, where he grew up surrounded by a food-obsessed family. It wasn’t until later in life that he began his professional cooking career. In 2003, Deniz began working in small establishments in East Vancouver after immigrating to Canada. After just a few years in the field, he attended VCC’s Culinary Arts program. During his school years he worked at Ouisi Bistro as Chef de Partie, which specialized in Cajun and Creole cuisine.
After completing culinary school, he began working at the four-diamond Diva at the Metropolitan Hotel. From there, he moved to Chambar Restaurant & Medina Café, some of the most significant restaurants in Vancouver’s culinary scene. After two years, he decided it was time to share his knowledge and love of cooking, and joined The Dirty Apron Cooking School & Deli as Chef & Culinary Instructor.
Once he mastered his dough, cake, and general pastry skills, Deniz opened Cadeaux Bakery with Eleanor Chow. Then, he returned to Café Medina as Executive Chef and led the team in one of the most successful years of the restaurant.
Chef Deniz has also mastered the large volume private catering market, hosting guests such as Jerry Seinfeld, Owen Wilson, Juliette Lewis, Canucks players, and many more. After working in top restaurants throughout Vancouver, Deniz then headed across the Salish Sea to Galiano Island, where headed Bodega Ridge as the Executive Chef.
