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“For is there any practice less selfish, any labor less alienated, any time less wasted than preparing something delicious and nourishing for the people you love.” -Michael Pollan, Cooked
From the professional to the home cook, from the local to the international resident, from the just-landed-in town to the long-dated Bostonian, embracing all Foodies willing to discover great food with the idea to socialize and meet new people, this group caters to those who love to make and share gourmet, home-cooked meals.
Though most meet-ups are centered on Refined Cook events--- cooking class parties (currently on pause during pandemic) and virtual classes that teach healthy, gourmet cooking, members are highly encouraged to propose other events that center on food and wine.
I've also launched Cooking Subversive, a newsletter and podcast on lifestyle cooking to help those of you who are interested in making healthy and joyful cooking a lifestyle choice, even if you think you are too busy. I'm covering strategies on integrating cooking into a busy lifestyle, discussing cooking science, techniques, kitchen safety, curating data-driven information on food, farming and health-- stuff every cook should know.
I hope to meet and cook with you virtually or in-person (when the pandemic is over) very soon.
Peace,
Marlene
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Taste of Asia cooking class
Private home in Dedham, to be disclosed 48 hours before event, Dedham, MA, USCook, party, meet cool folks. This is a hands-on class. BYOB, 4-6 participants.
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Fresh Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls, Organic Chicken Mango Coconut Curry, Organic Salad Greens with a Soy and Sesame dressing, Banana Fritters (w/ gluten-free option): $156.57/pp
For more info and to register: Eventbrite (click here)
Watch the videoMarlene will show you how to recreate the authentic flavors from her childhood and from traveling extensively throughout Asia. Classes are often inspired by cuisines from Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Japan and China. Asian cuisine is largely gluten-free and one of the tastiest and healthiest cuisines in the world.
Take your cooking chops to the next level with The Refined Cook Culinary Series --- cooking class social events where you learn to prepare healthy, gourmet dinners and meet cool folks in the process.
*********Wife and husband team, Marlene and Jeff, are passionate cooks and dinner hosts extraordinaire. They will show you how to prepare a sophisticated and fun dinner for a small group (you) and let you in on practical tips, shortcuts and plating techniques to elevate everyday meals into extraordinary ones.
Artist and former wine consultant, Jeff might even share a secret or two on setting up the right ambience or how to pair your wine with food. You can participate as little or as much as you want---think of it as a cooking class where you get to party, or a party where you'll learn how to cook!
*Note: We wiill do our best to keep the ingredients/menu exactly as written, but substitutions may be made occasionally due to market availability and our desire to find the freshest produce possible.
· Class size 4-6 participants (we may cancel the class if minimum is not met)
· Price covers tuition and materials (you will receive a copy of recipes)
· Our ingredients are minimally, if at all, processed, and are usually organic or natural.
· Held in a private home in a semi-professional kitchen (e.g., 6-burner Wolf range)
·Includes complimentary beverage specially selected by our resident wine consultant
· Instruction style is combination of demonstration and hands-on
· Venue is in Dedham; address will be emailed to participants 48 hours before eventFor more info and to register: Eventbrite (click here)
For more info and all classes, visit www.refinedcook.com (http://refinedcook.com/)
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