March Classes
More Simple Dinners After Work
Monday · March 2 · 5:30-7 PM
taught by Hilary Kass
Stop by The Merc after work for more simple dinners that can be prepared in about 30 minutes. Hilary will make Hearty Quesadillas, Tofu Green Curry, and Super Satisfying Sandwich with variations. Recipes are formatted as a grocery list for easy shopping. Come hungry!
$15 per person, $13 for co-op Owners & seniors
From Hot Flashes to Osteoporosis: Natural Menopause Solutions
Tuesday · March 3 · 7-8:30 PM
taught by Amber Belt, ND
Do you have questions, concerns or confusion about menopause?
This class will cover it all. We'll start by discussing what, exactly, menopause is. We'll talk about menopausal symptoms including hot flashes, insomnia, palpations, low libido, memory loss, and osteoporosis and what these symptoms tell you about what is going on in your body. We'll spend time on naturopathic approaches to menopause.
Diet, lifestyle, botanical approaches, nutritional supplements, acupuncture, and even hormone replacement will be covered. Bring your questions and get ready to sail through menopause!
$12 per person, $10 for co-op Owners & seniors
Wrap it Up - Asian Style
Monday · March 9 · 7-9 PM
taught by Chef Nancy Stark
Back by popular demand, Chef Nancy Stark is pleased once again to wrap it up Asian style. Nancy will gather up lots of wonderful fresh (and some unfamiliar) ingredients and set to work rolling and wrapping. Nancy will demonstrate and you'll get to sample: Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce; Crab and Avocado California Rolls with Wasabi and Ginger; and Thai Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps with Sweet Chili-Garlic Sauce.
Wow - don't wait to sign up for this one!
$18 per person, $15 for Merc Owners & seniors
Casual Italian
Tuesday · March 10 · 7-9 PM
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
Join Paige as she prepares five delicious Italian recipes, all accessible and easy enough to make on a weekday. Her menu includes: Spinach Frittata; Wild Mushroom & Fontina Pizza; Spaghetti alla Puttanesca (Spaghetti with capers, olives, tomatoes & hot peppers); Winter Panzanella (Tuscan bread salad); and Panna Cotta with Berries (creamy Italian pudding). Learn the basics, then you can vary and adjust to the season and the ingredients you have on hand.
$18 per person, $15 for Merc Owners & Seniors
Cheap Eats
Thursday · March 12 · 7-9 PM
taught by Nancy O'Connor
Good food, made with wholesome ingredients, doesn't have to strain your budget. We'll sample a variety of simple dishes that are affordable to make and delicious to eat. Enjoy Lonesome Hut Lentil Soup; Mexican Bean and Pasta Bake; Savory Potato Onion Pie; Red Quinoa Salad; Simple Beans and Rice; and for dessert Maple Carrot Cake. We'll look at a cost per serving for each dish. You can afford to eat this well.
$15 per person, $13 for co-op Owners & Seniors
Teens Cook Vegetarian in The Merc Kitchen
Monday · March 16 · 11AM - 1PM
taught by Hilary Kass
More and more teens are choosing to eat a vegetarian diet. This hands-on
class will allow young people ages 12 to 18 to learn the basics of a healthy
vegetarian diet as they prepare a balanced breakfast, lunch and dinner, and
a few snacks. Participants will receive handouts with recipes and resources
for ongoing education. Class size is limited to 16.
$20 per Teen, $18 for Teens of Merc Owners
Dads in the Kitchen
Monday · March 23 · 7-8:30 PM
taught by Connie Detweiler
Here's a class just for fathers, to help them with ideas and recipes
to cook for their families. Think fun, think basic, think quick and tasty
food. Whether you're new to the kitchen or an experienced cook, Connie will
inspire you with delicious kid-friendly recipes that can be easily prepared.
Connie will demonstrate and you'll get to sample Colorful Kabobs; Saucy
Chicken; and Tasty Tapas. Join us for a fun dads night out!
$15 per person, $13 for co-op Owners & Seniors
Chicken Cooking Basics
Tuesday · March 24 · 7-9 PM
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
Here is a class we've had lots of requests to repeat - a class for people
who like to eat chicken but are in a preparation rut. Chef Paige will walk
us through the basics of chicken cooking including how to butcher a whole
chicken and appropriate cooking methods for various parts. Paige will
prepare recipes that showcase roasting, baking, braising and pan-frying.
She'll also demonstrate how to make delicious and versatile chicken stock.
Great recipes, excellent tasting as usual. Don't wait to sign up - we expect
this class to fill in a blink!
$25 per person, $23 for Merc Owners & Seniors
BOOK & COOK: Real Vegetarian Thai
Thursday · March 26 · 7-9 PM
taught by Chef Nancy Stark
Join us for a stimulating and delicious evening at our first Book & Cook
Class. After you register for class we'll get you a copy of the cookbook
"Real Vegetarian Thai" that Nancy will be using in class. Try some recipes
at home, then bring your cookbook to class where Nancy will lead a book
discussion and also a cooking class with recipes from the book. Chef Nancy
will treat you to a feast of Two-Potato Curry Pot Stickers with Dipping
Sauce; Kao Yum Rice Salad, Southern Style; Son-In-Law Eggs; and Mee Ga-ti
(Rice Noodles w/ Coconut Bean Sauce). A new cookbook + great food + Chef
Nancy = a perfect evening!
$33 per person, $30 for Merc Owners & seniors and includes a copy of the
cookbook "Real Vegetarian Thai"
DINNER WITH CLASS:
An Early Spring Menu from France
Friday · March 27
6:30-7:30PM demonstration · 7:30PM dinner served
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
Join us for a lovely evening out - a combination of cooking class and a full
three-course meal. Our evening will start with a one hour cooking
demonstration taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift. Then sit back and enjoy three
wonderful courses prepared by Paige. You'll have the recipes to take home,
and a chance to visit with Paige while you dine. You are invited to bring a
bottle of wine if you'd like. Our menu includes: Salad of Spring Vegetables
with a Tarragon Vinaigrette served with locally made breads; Crispy
Pan-seared Salmon with Bacon, Creamed Leeks & Wild Mushrooms; and a fabulous
dessert of Lemon Cake with Fresh Berry Compote served with tea and coffee.
Limited to 16.
$75 per couple, $70 for Merc Owner & senior couples
$40 per individual, $37 for individual Merc Owners & seniors
Arthritis, the Herbal Answer
Saturday · March 28 · 2-4PM
taught by Ocoee Miller
We don't have to hurt. Arthritis is a very old condition, going back
thousands of years. So humankind has had ample opportunity to learn which
plants can be helpful. In this class Ocoee will teach from personal
experience which plants to use for prevention, joint repair,
as well as management of pain and inflammation. Come learn how to stop
suffering.
$12 per person, $10 for Merc Owners & Seniors
Whole Grain Baking for the Whole Family
Monday · March 30 · 12-2PM
taught by Hilary Kass
Learn the basics of measuring, mixing, and kneading to create a variety of
healthy goodies. Together we'll make Hearty Whole Wheat Pancakes, Fruit
Crisp, Oat Bars and Pizza Dough. We'll sample as we go and then sit down to
a slice of homemade pizza. Bring your own apron and roll up your sleeves.
$20 per person, $18 for co-op Owners & Seniors
