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Mediterranean Cooking Classes

Explore the sun-drenched cuisines of the Mediterranean region with one of my cooking classes. Like a mini-trip, my Mediterranean classes guarantee fun, fabulous ingredients, and mouth-watering recipes. From simple and straightforward, to challenging and complex, the recipes and methods keep your interest and enthusiasm. Learn to get the most from pantry staples, explore authentic ingredients, and have a ton of fun in the kitchen.

Mediterranean Class Schedule

Mar. 31, 2026•6:00-9:30pm

Mediterranean•

Spanish Cuisine

In-Person — Royal Oak Middle School (Saanich Recreation)

$109

Allergy Alert

Hands On

Demo

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May 21, 2026•6:30-10:00 pm

Mediterranean•

Moroccan Delights at HOB Fine Foods

In-Person — HOB Fine Foods @ 2829 Peatt Rd, Langford

$145

Demo

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Jun. 1, 2026•6:00-9:30pm

Mediterranean•Vegetarian•

Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine

In-Person — Royal Oak Middle School

$109

Allergy Alert

Vegetarian

Hands On

Demo

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Jun. 2, 2026•6:00-9:30pm

Mediterranean•Vegetarian•

Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine

In-Person — Royal Oak Middle School (Saanich Recreation)

$109

Vegetarian

Hands On

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ONLINE: Ginger Fried Beef

Demonstration

Ginger Fried Beef from scratch

Steamed Rice

Steamed vegetables

Hands On Cooking

Ginger Fried Beef from scratch

Steamed Rice

Optional - steamed vegetables

Note ~ You can cook live with me, or watch and take notes and cook later

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Thai Flavours at HOB Fine Foods

Demo

Assorted Canapes provided by HOB Fine Foods

Shrimp Pad Thai (GF)

Red Curry Paste (GF)

Red Coconut Chicken Curry (GF)

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Seasonal Dessert provided by HOB Fine Foods

Hands On Cooking

this class is demonstration only

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Knife Skills

Demo

Knife Skills & Knife Overview

Crudite Platter

Hands On Cooking

Vegetable Cutting Practice

Squash, Ginger, and Carrot Soup (GF)

Vegetable Minestrone

Leek & Potato Soup (GF)

Tofu & Vegetable Stir Fry

Glazed Carrots (GF)

Caramelized Onions (GF)

Tomato Salsa (GF)

Spice-Roasted Cauliflower (GF)

Optional - Roasted Winter Vegetables (GF)

Optional - Kale Slaw (GF)

Note ~ Soups will all be made using homemade chicken stock.

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Chinese-Canadian Take Out Classics

Demo

Chinese Ingredient Overview

Vegetable Chow Mein

Hands On Cooking

Won Ton Soup

Vegetable Spring Rolls

Gai Lan with Oyster Sauce

Mixed Vegetable Stir Fry

Ma Po Tofu

Kung Pao Chicken

Sweet & Sour Pork

Ginger Fried Beef

Steamed Rice

Note ~ This class is NOT suitable for vegetarian or those on a gluten-free diet.

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Pie-Making 101

Demo

tender pastry vs flaky pastry

double crust fruit pie

fruit galette (rustic open top)

Hands On Cooking

Make, bake and take home your own Apple Pie

Option to use butter, locally made lard, or vegan shortening in your pie crust

Note ~ there will be no meal in this class, only samples of pie, so please eat ahead of time

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Chinese Canadian Take Out Classics

Demo

Chinese Ingredient Overview

Vegetable Chow Mein

Hands On Cooking

Won Ton Soup

Vegetable Spring Rolls

Gai Lan with Oyster Sauce

Mixed Vegetable Stir Fry

Ma Po Tofu

Kung Pao Chicken

Sweet & Sour Pork

Ginger Fried Beef

Steamed Rice

Note ~ This class is NOT suitable for vegetarians or anyone on a gluten free diet

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Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Rosemary Focaccia

Hands On Cooking

Fattoush

Romesco Sauce (GF)

Chickpea and Artichoke Hummous (GF)

Falafel with Tahini Garlic Sauce and Pickled Onion (GF)

Roasted Broccoli with tomato & balsamic (GF)

Tuscan White Beans with Winter Greens (GF)

Traditional Biscotti

Note ~ This class can accommodate a vegan participant. Contact Chef Heidi for more information.

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Knife Skills

Demo

Knife Skills & Knife Overview

Crudite Platter

Hands On Cooking

Vegetable Cutting Practice

Squash and Ginger Soup (GF)

Vegetable Minestrone

Leek & Potato Soup (GF)

Tofu & Vegetable Stir Fry

Glazed Carrots (GF)

Caramelized Onions (GF)

Tomato Salsa (GF)

Spice-Roasted Cauliflower (GF)

optional - Roasted Winter Vegetables (GF)

optional - Kale Slaw (GF)

Note ~ Soups will all be made using homemade chicken stock

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ONLINE: Chinese Dumplings

Demo

Pork, Chive & Shrimp filling

Dipping Sauce

Assorted dumpling folding techniques

How to fry and steam dumplings

Hands On Cooking

Pork, Chive & Shrimp filling

Dipping Sauce

Stuff & fold dumplings according to your skill level

Cook dumplings & enjoy!

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Spanish Cuisine at HOB Fine Foods

Demo

Assorted Canapes provided by HOB Fine Foods

Romesco Sauce (GF)

Gazpacho Andaluz

Albondigas (Spanish Meatballs)

Seafood Paella (GF)

Seasonal Dessert provided by HOB Fine Foods

Hands On Cooking

this class is demonstration only

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Explore Moroccan Cuisine

Demo

Moroccan Pantry Overview

Lamb Tagine with Pears (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Moroccan Mint Tea (GF)

Chicken Tagine with olives and preserved lemon (GF)

Kefta (meatball) tagine (GF)

Briwats with fresh green chutney

Chickpea & Vegetable Tagine (GF)

Fluffy Couscous

Zaalouk (GF)

Assorted Moroccan salads (GF)

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Explore Moroccan Cuisine

Demo

Moroccan Pantry Overview

Lamb Tagine with Pears (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Moroccan Mint Tea (GF)

Chicken Tagine with olives and preserved lemon (GF)

Kefta (meatball) tagine (GF)

Briwats with fresh green chutney

Chickpea & Vegetable Tagine (GF)

Fluffy Couscous

Zaalouk (GF)

Assorted Moroccan Salads (GF)

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Thai at Home: Green Curry and Pad Thai

Demo

Thai Ingredient & Technique overview

Green Curry Paste (GF)

Green Curry Sauce (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Shrimp Pad Thai (GF)

Tom Kha (coconut milk soup with chicken) GF

Pork Satay with peanut sauce (GF)

Cucumber salad (GF)

Green Coconut Curry with White Fish (GF)

Steamed Jasmine Rice

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Thai at Home: Red Curry and Tom Yum

Demo

Thai Ingredient & Technique overview

Red Coconut Curry Sauce

Hands On Cooking

Tom Yum Gung (Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup) GF

Sweet & Sour Tofu Noodles

Shrimp Cakes with cucumber relish (GF)

Red Coconut Chicken Curry (GF)

Steamed Jasmine Rice (GF)

Stir Fried Garlic Greens

Mangoes & Coconut Sticky Rice (GF)

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Vegetarian Thai Cooking

Demo

Vegetarian Fish Sauce GF

Thai Ingredient & technique Overview

Yellow Coconut Curry Sauce GF

Hands On Cooking

Tom Kha Faktong (coconut milk soup with squash) (GF)

Salad Rolls with peanut sauce (GF)

Long Bean Stir Fry

Pad Thai (GF)

Yellow Coconut Curry with Tofu (GF)

Steamed Jasmine Rice (GF)

Thai Black Rice & Coconut Pudding (GF)

Note ~ This class is suitable for a vegan diet. Contact Chef Heidi for information.

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Thai at Home: Green Curry & Pad Thai

Demo

Thai Ingredient & Technique overview

Green Curry Paste (GF)

Green Coconut Curry Sauce (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Tom Kha Gai (coconut milk soup with chicken) GF

Pork Satay with peanut sauce

Cucumber Salad (GF)

Shrimp Pad Thai (GF)

Green Coconut Curry with white fish (GF)

Steamed Jasmine Rice (GF)

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South Indian Seafood at HOB Fine Foods

Demo

Assorted Canapes provided by HOB Fine Foods

South Indian Masala (GF)

Kerala Spiced Spinach with Yogurt (GF)

South Indian Coconut Curry Sauce (GF)

Seafood Coconut Curry with Basmati Rice (GF)

Banana-Ginger Chutney (GF)

Seasonal Dessert provided by HOB Fine Foods

Hands On Cooking

this class is demonstration only

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ONLINE: Korean Oven-Fried Chicken

Demo

Gochujang Sauce

Korean Oven-Fried (or Air-Fryer) Chicken Wings

Steamed White Rice

Quick Korean Pickle

Hands On Cooking

Gochujang Sauce

Korean Oven-Fried (or Air-Fryer) Chicken Wings

Optional - Steamed White Rice

Optional - Quick Korean Pickle

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Spanish Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Seafood Paella (GF)

Arroz con Leche (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Assorted Simple Tapas

Gazpacho Andaluz

Romesco Sauce (GF)

Tortilla Espanola (GF)

Gambas al Ajillo (GF)

Albondigas (Spanish meatballs)

Note ~ this class is not suitable for vegetarians

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Taco Party!

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Soft corn tortillas from scratch

Hands On Cooking

Pico de Gallo (GF)

Gucamole (GF)

Tomatillo Salsa (GF)

Frijoles (black beans) (GF)

Green Rice (GF)

Chicken Tinga (GF)

Siced Flank Steak (GF)

Optional - Poached Chicken & Salted Cabbage (GF)

Mexican Chocolate Brownies

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South Indian Seafood

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Kerala Spice Mix

South Indian Coconut Curry Sauce (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Kerela Spiced Spinach with Yogurt (GF)

Masala Potatoes (GF)

Coconut Cilantro Chutney (GF)

Banana Ginger Chutney (GF)

Mango Raita (GF)

South Indian Coconut Curry with Fish & Shrimp (GF)

Basmati Rice (GF)

Note ~ this class can accommodate vegetarians. Contact Chef Heidi for information.

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Indian Cuisine: Butter Chicken and Naan

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Naan dough

Garam Masala

Butter Chicken sauce

Tandoori Chicken

Hands On Cooking

Chiwda (street food snack)

Mumbai Spiced Vegetables

Butter Chicken

Basmati Rice Pilaf

Tomato & Onion Relish

Green Almond Chutney

Homemade Naan

Note ~ this class is not suitable for vegetarians

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Moroccan Delights at HOB Fine Foods

Demo

Assorted Canapes provided by HOB Fine Foods

Ingredient and technique overview

Lamb Kefta Briwats (deep fried rolled pastry)

Fresh Mint Chutney

Fluffy Saffron Couscous

Chicken Tagine with Preserved lemon and olives

Spinach &Herb Baqula

Seasonal Dessert provided by HOB Fine Foods

Hands On Cooking

this class is demonstration only

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Authentic Indian Vegetarian Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Homemade masalas (spice mixes) GF

Ghee (GF)

Basic homestyle curry sauce (GF)

Pappadum (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Chiwda (street food snack) (GF)

Kachumbar (layered salad) GF

Cucumber Raita (GF)

Fresh Green Chutney (GF)

Tangy Spiced Cauliflower (GF)

Mixed Lentil Dahl (GF)

Carrot Chickpea Potato Curry (GF)

Basmati Rice (GF)

Note ~ this class can accommodate a vegan participant. Contact Chef Heidi for information.

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Introduction to Indian Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Homemade masalas (spice mixes) GF

Ghee (GF)

Basic homestyle curry sauce (GF)

Pappadum (GF)

Hands On Cooking

Kachumbar (layered salad) GF

Cucumber Raita (GF)

Fresh Green Chutney (GF)

Tangy Spiced Cauliflower (GF)

Mixed Lentil Dahl (GF)

Homestyle Chicken Curry (GF)

Basmati Rice (GF)

Note ~ vegetarian participants can be accommodated. Contact Chef Heidi for information.

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Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Rosemary Focaccia

Hands On Cooking

Fattoush

Romesco sauce (GF)

Chickpea & Artichoke Hummous (GF)

Falafel with Tahini Garlic Sauce & Pickled Onion (GF)

Roasted Broccoli with tomato & balsamic (GF)

Tuscan White Beans with Winter Greens (GF)

Traditional Biscotti

Note ~ This class can accommodate a vegan participant. Contact Chef Heidi for more information.

Register

Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine

Demo

Ingredient and technique overview

Rosemary Focaccia

Hands On Cooking

Fattoush

Romesco sauce (GF)

Chickpea & Artichoke Hummous (GF)

Falafel with Tahini Garlic Sauce & Pickled Onion (GF)

Roasted Broccoli with tomato & balsamic (GF)

Tuscan White Beans with Winter Greens (GF)

Traditional Biscotti

Note ~ This class can accommodate a vegan participant. Contact Chef Heidi for more information.

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Local Harvest

Demo

Local Ingredient Resource Guide

Local seasonal ingredient taste test

Hands On Cooking

Soup and/or appetizer

Salad and/or appetizer

Side Vegetables

Protein

Dessert

Note ~ Menu changes seasonally, and will be finalized the week of class. In the late spring our meal typically includes rhubarb, strawberries, leeks, spring lettuces, leafy greens, greenhouse tomatoes & cucumbers, asparagus, new potatoes, peas, radishes, and sockeye or spring chicken.

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