Lakeside Culinary

Learn to cook in the beautiful Shuswaps

Semolina Pasta

Simplicity meets finesse in this class dedicated to semolina pasta. Discover the magic of golden semolina flour and learn how to create various shapes such as cavatelli, orecchiette, and pici, among others. With skills in hand — knowing how to properly cook, sauce, and plate this humble yet versatile Italian staple — you'll be well on your way to crafting sensational pasta dishes right in your very own kitchen.

Pan-Frying

A popular class awaits! Dust off those expensive stainless-steel pans that have been hiding in the back of your cupboard, because this class will transform how you cook cuts of chicken and pork in a pan. Having food stick is a major setback and frustration for many when using this cooking method. Aside from learning the chef tricks to proper pan-frying, you'll also learn how to test for doneness so there's no more guessing when the proteins you cook are 'done.' You'll create juicy on the inside and golden on the outside results and be introduced to pan sauces—your new best flavor friend. Once you get the hang of this valuable cooking technique, you'll be able to craft quick and creative restaurant-quality mains any night of the week.

Stir-Frying Basics

Learn the basics of stir-frying from preparing the ingredients to the proper sequence and heat management. From a basic protein and vegetable stir-fry to fried rice or chowmein, we’ll stir-fry dishes that incorporate meat, veggies, noodles and/or rice. By having a few basic sauces in your back pocket, you’ll be able to add a wide range of dishes to your repertoire without relying on recipes. Once the prep is done, stir-fries are one of the fastest (and often healthiest) dishes to cook! As most of the prep can be done in advance, you'll achieve better-than-take-out food when your schedule is hectic.

Manti

Explore the flavors of Armenia through this unique cooking class dedicated to the art of crafting manti, a beloved meat-filled crunchy pasta dish. You will learn how to create perfect pasta dough from scratch, expertly fill each bundle with a delectable mixture of seasoned beef, and cook it to perfection to a achieve a crispy exterior and succulent interior. Each bite is a symphony of textures and flavors. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your culinary skills and impress your friends and family with your newfound expertise in the art of making this particular verison of manti.

Potato Gnocchi

Delicious, pillowy homemade potato gnocchi is an Italian delicacy. Learn how to properly prepare this inexpensive, yet glorious dough! You'll discover different ways to shape and cook gnocchi, and how to sauce it. Additionally, you'll learn the proper methods to store gnocchi, allowing you to enjoy this elegant dish any night of the week. Say goodbye to buying those overpriced, hard and gummy dough balls on the store shelf and hello to scrumptious gnocchi made from scratch.