DLM Culinary Center

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Experience a hands-on Family Night with Chef Mary Cooney, designed for 12 couples to cook, learn, and enjoy a delicious meal together. Start with comforting Broccoli Cheddar Soup, followed by Sticky Chicken with Wine, Rosemary, and a Cream Sauce. Bake One-Hour Dinner Rolls and finish with Mini Cheesecakes on an Oreo Crust topped with Sweet Cherries. Step-by-step guidance ensures a fun and memorable culinary experience for the whole family.

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Get ready to brunch southern-style with Chef Brandie Lamb in this warm and welcoming class filled with bold flavors, comforting classics, and a touch of bubbly. Learn how to craft an unforgettable brunch menu that’s equal parts indulgent and effortless, perfect for weekend gatherings or just treating yourself. You’ll start with rich, buttery Swim Biscuits Baked in a Cast Iron Skillet, Served with Honey Butter and House-made Brown Sugar Rhubarb Jam. Southern Fried Deviled Eggs bring the crunch, served alongside Pickled Vegetables and a side of Pecan-Crusted Maple Bacon. For the main event, dive into creamy Carolina stone-ground Shrimp & Grits, loaded with sharp Cheddar. End on a sweet note with Cinnamon Toast Bread Pudding Muffins accompanied with a Scoop of Ice Cream and a Drizzle of Caramel. A glass of bubbly makes it brunch perfection.

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Hands-On Petite Chefs' Class (Grades 1-3)

It’s the spooky season—time to eat, drink, and be scary! Kids in grades 1–3 will join Zebbie Borland to create fantastically frightful party foods that are just as fun to make as they are to eat. Prepare a Spooky Spider Salad, Taco Monsters, Foaming Witch’s Brew, and a ghoulish Ghost Cake complete with Eerie Eyes. Don’t let the spooky names fool you—these treats are as delicious as they are playful!

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Spend an unforgettable evening with Peter Thompson, acclaimed winemaker of Andrew Geoffrey Winery, a boutique estate perched high atop Diamond Mountain in Napa Valley. Known for producing bold, expressive wines with a true sense of place, Andrew Geoffrey is a hidden gem that rarely makes its way to Ohio. Peter will share the story of his rugged mountain vineyards, his hands-on winemaking philosophy, and what makes his limited-production wines so distinctive. This is a rare opportunity to taste alongside the winemaker himself and gain insider insight into one of Napa’s most exciting wineries. Wine flights and food pairings will be served to complement the evening’s conversation.

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Turn up the flavor at lunchtime with Ryan Noreikas in this vibrant midday class. You’ll start with a refreshing Crisp Slaw with Lime & Cilantro, the perfect zesty companion to chili’s bold flavors. Then, enjoy a two-chili experience—first a rich and hearty Beef Red Chili, slow-simmered with spices, followed by a bright and savory Chicken Green Chili with its own unique depth. To finish on a sweet note, savor tangy Key Lime Bars—a refreshing balance after a boldly flavored meal. A delicious way to break up your day, this menu brings comfort food with a fresh twist.

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Unleash your creativity in this hands-on floral design class! Join our Mason Floral Department Team led by Manager, Laura Bailey, and her teammates; Jenny Azwol and Stephen Fang to learn how to care for fresh cut flowers from the moment you bring them home, with simple techniques to extend their beauty and life. You'll create two stunning arrangements—one from a ready-made bouquet using the “drop-in and fluff” method, and another using flowers you personally select from our Floral Market. No experience needed—just a love of blooms!

Light snacks and beverages will be served during the workshop.

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Learn the art of classic apple pie in this hands-on class with Chef Mary Cooney. Each student will make a Flaky Pie Crust to create their own 5” Apple Pie and learn to roll and cut Mini Apple Hand Pies. Mary will also demonstrate how to craft a 9” Apple Pie. The class concludes with a delicious tasting of Apple Pie paired with Ice Cream, offering techniques and tips that you can take home to recreate these treats anytime.

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Hands-On Junior Chefs' Class (Grades 4-6)

Zebbie Borland leads a fun Halloween-themed class where every dish is a scary-fun adventure. Transform delicious ingredients into edible snakes, tombstones, and cobwebs! These creative recipes are perfect to recreate for family and friends. The Snake Calzone is sure to become a year-round favorite, while the Tasty Tombstones and Cobweb Peanut Butter Cup Pie will make this Halloween truly ghastly!

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Hands-on techniques meet comforting flavors in this Gluten-Free Gnocchi class with Chef Mary Cooney. Learn to make tender Gnocchi using Yukon Gold Potatoes, served with both a rich Bolognese Sauce and a Browned Butter, Sage, and Lemon Sauce. This class also includes a Fresh Salad and creamy Ice Cream, offering a complete and satisfying meal along with Mary's recipes for recreating these dishes at home.

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain in this lively food and wine pairing. Chef Carrie Walters will prepare a menu of authentic Spanish tapas, while Teresa Kearney, CSW guides you through Spanish wines that bring each dish to life. Enjoy savory Chorizo-Stuffed Dates, delicate Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, tender Grilled Octopus with Potatoes and Saffron Aioli, and rich Beef Tenderloin with Covadonga Blue Cheese—all perfectly matched with wines from Spain’s celebrated regions.