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The Cooking School at La Campagne
2008 - 2009 Class Descriptions

  Classes are held from 7pm to 9pm, upstairs in our restaurant's cooking classroom. 
The fee for each class is $45. 
Recipes are handed out and foods are sampled as they are prepared.


2008

Oct. 2 - Recipes from the La Campagne Kitchen
We’ll show our favorite recipes from the La Campagne cookbook and try out some new dishes as well.

Oct. 9 - Tuscan Favorites
Explore the foods from the heart of northern Italy, where porchetta and olive oil reign. Learn techniques from ancient Siena to modern day Florence
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Oct. 16 - Foods of France  -  Normandy
France
’s lush, pastoral region of apple orchards, pungent cheeses and contented cows. This class will include recipes of this regions well known classics.

Nov. 6 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Piemonte
Northeast Italy’s shining star, and not just for their famous wines. Cheeses are among the finest in the world, and no meal is possible without a trip to the local butcher shop. We’ll show you the quintessential Piedmontese Sunday dinner.

Nov. 13           Nov. 13 - Spanish Tapas
Small plates “little tastes” are a Spanish way of life and one of the hottest restaurant trends today.

Dec. 4 - Hors d’oeuvres for the holidays
We’ll show you how to plan the perfect party – how many hors d’ oeuvres should I make? How much wine should I buy? Get the answers in this special class.

Dec. 11 - Hors d’oeuvres for the holidays
We’ll show you how to plan the perfect party – how many hors d’ oeuvres should I make? How much wine should I buy? Get the answers in this special class. 


2009

Jan. 8 - Mediterranean cooking – Greece
Typical Greek food is simple, colorful and packed with robust flavors.  Olive oil, oregano, lamb and feta cheese are some of the ingredients we will focus on in this classic class.

Jan. 22 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Lombardy, Milan
With the busy trading metropolis of Milan at its center Lombardy is home to Gorgonzola cheese and arborio rice. We will explore this regions well known classics.

Jan 29 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Alto Adige
We will explore the cuisine of the mountains and valleys of the Trentino Alto Adige.  Class members will be exposed to a cuisine whose traditions are influenced by its proximity to Germany and the use of local products, such as speck ham, polenta, and mushrooms.

Feb. 5 - Foods of France  -  Alsace
In this Northeastern region of France hops grow inland and are used in the tradition of beer making. Alsatian cooking centers around charcuterie (cooked meats) such as the classic dish choucroute garni (sour krout with pork and sausages). Traditional breads and pastries include buttery brioche, madeleines and macaroons.

Feb. 19 - Cajun & Creole
Just in time for Mardi Gras!  In this part of our U.S. series, we’ll explore the worldwide influences that have made Louisiana such an important part of American cuisine.

Mar. 5 - Foods of France  -  Lyon
Known amongst chefs as France’s culinary capital, Lyon's cuisine has delighted many a customer in its "bouchon" bistros and in its first restaurants. These palate-pleasers will never disappoint.

Mar. 12 - The Emerald Isle
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day!  Lush green Ireland has a culinary life deeply rooted in family tradition, and her cities boast some of the best restaurants in the world today. Learn dishes designed to keep you warm when the north winds blow.

Mar. 26 - Italian Regional Cooking – Abruzzo
Rustic cooking is the way in sunny southern Italy. Using the best ingredients from the Almafi coast and simple preparation, we will design a meal any Italian momma will be proud of.

Apr. 2 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Campagnia
Southern Italian cooking at its best. Well known for its simple dishes of beans and vegetables we will also explore some of this regions wonderful pasta dishes and cheeses.

Apr. 9 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Puglia
This region of Italy is famous for its fertile farmlands.  The cuisine of this area reflects a landscape that provides some of the greatest staple ingredients for which Italy is so famous, such as olive oil, cheeses, tomato, oregano, and mussels.

Apr. 23 - Caribbean Cooking
Some of the chef’s favorite recipes he perfected while living and working on the beautiful islands of the Caribbean.

Apr. 30 - Mexican Cuisine
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with recipes highlighting the cooking traditions of the people of Puebla.  Dishes will include Mole Poblano and Chiles en Nogada.

May 7 - Foods of France   -  Dijon
Midway between Lyon and Paris, Dijon is the capital of Burgundy and is famous for more than its mustard.  Pain d’epices and La Campagne’s signature escargots Dijon are sure to make appearances.

May 14 - Spanish Cuisine  -  Paella
Named after the special two-handled pan in which it is prepared and served, this Spanish dish combines saffron-flavored rice with a variety of meats and shellfish.

May 21 - BBQ Primer
Just in time for Memorial Day!  Get an early start on the competition as we fire up the La Campagne grills!  Class will be held on our patio (rain or shine – there’s no stopping barbeque).

June 4 - Italian Regional Cooking  -  Sicily
The largest and most Southern Italian island. Spaghetti al Tonno and fried eggplant are on schedule for this chef’s favorite of regional classes.

June 11 - Foods of France  -  Provence
Sun-drenched south-east France has inspired artists and chefs alike. Learn the use of aromatic herbs in popular regional dishes.

June 18 - Barbecue and Southern Soul
Learn to barbecue like a master! We will provide instruction and recipes for the chefs own special dry rub, mop sauce and barbecue sauce.

June 25 - Great on the Grill (outdoors)
More time on the grill! This class we will apply our new barbecue skills to kebobs, salads and sides to serve with all those great summer grill dishes. A casual and tasty finale to the cooking schools 2006-2007 session.


Reservations may be made by mail (with check) or in person (with check, cash or credit card). Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the class. Refunds will be in the form of gift certificates. All indoor classes are limited to 22 students, thus allowing close interaction between students and the chef-instructor.

Reserve early! Call 856-429-7647
312 Kresson Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034


Email: lacampagnecuisine@comcast.net
Phone: 856-429-7647

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