In this class, our own native Colombian-born Lizi Rosenberg will teach us how to make a classic empanada dough using masa harina to make the pastry taste sweet and earthy. This corn-based ingredient is popular for making many other Latin American foods including tamales, tortillas, arepas and more. The class will make 2 kinds of empanadas, one sweet and one savory, using two kinds of doughs. Class Materials Fee: $6 / $4 Shareholders. To register: 802-246-2821 or Shareholders@BrattleboroFoodCoop.coop
Caldo Verdé is a traditional Portuguese soup and the star dish on our culinary journey to Portugal this month. We will make this soup which calls for sausage, potatoes, cabbage and Swiss chard (the Vermont Harvest of the Month vegetable). Don’t worry, we will make a vegetarian version as well, so everyone can enjoy this delicious soup. Kids will be introduced to the culture of this vibrant country and even learn a few words of Portuguese during the class. In the Brattleboro Food Co-op Cooking Classroom, Canal St. entrance, Thursday, September 20, 3:30-5pm. This class is free for all, but you must register: 802-246-2821 or Shareholders@BrattleboroFoodCoop.coop
This workshop will provide an in-depth overview and demonstration of the process for safe, simple, and effective fermentation of vegetables, a timeless strategy for preserving and enhancing the taste of seasonal produce. It will include a demonstration of how to properly prepare and set up a fermentation vessel, and principles and practices for successfully managing your ferment. taught by Mark Phillips of Hosta Hill, a local producer of sauerkraut and kimchi based in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Unfortunately we had to cancel this event! Please sign up for future classes, like tomorrow’s Ice Cream class!
On Tuesday, June 26, 3:30-5pm, kids will learn about all kinds of ingredients and practice making their own smoothies. The Vermont Harvest of the Month, mixed greens, will be added to this cool concoction. In the Brattleboro Food Co-op Cooking Classroom, Canal St. entrance. This class is free for all, but you must register: 802-246-2821 or Shareholders@BrattleboroFoodCoop.coop
Deli juice bar “Smoothie Master” Tianna Robinson will share techniques and guidelines for refreshing, nutritious, blended drinks for the summer season in this fun class for adults. Learn about protein powders, spirulina, and raw cacao, make and taste smoothies of all sorts. Cost: $5 or $3 for Co-op Shareholders, registration required: 802-246-2821 or Shareholders@BrattleboroFoodCoop.coop. In the Brattleboro Food Co-op Cooking Classroom, Canal St. entrance.
Meet at the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center for an up-close look at the current art exhibit followed by a hands-on creative activity. Afterwards, the class will walk up to the Co-op to make something delicious.
