The Main Course

The Main Course
6805 Thorncliff Trail
Plano, TX 75023

ph: 214-207-2821

Class Calendar

Classes

All classes include an interactive cooking demonstration, recipes, beverages and we all sit down to enjoy the evenings menu and carry on discussing food, wine and the great things in life.

 

Thursday, July 31st, 2008   

 6.30pm - 10pm

$65.00  CLASS FULL

 

Saveur Cooks - Italian Classics 

 

Join Saveur magazine on an appetite-inspiring journey through the trattorias and farmhouses of Italy. Learn the time-honored traditions used to prepare a complete menu of heartwarmingly earthy Italian classics. From the gloriously simple fare of the home kitchens of Bologna and Puglia to the rich desserts and strong coffee of Venice caffes, this exciting class will take you on a historical exploration of la cucina italiana – Italy’s deceptively sophisticated and immensely varied culinary repertoire. The class includes  a recipe booklet, SAVEUR tote bag with samples and discounts and a one-year (9 issues)  subscription to Saveur magazine – so you can continue your culinary adventure through Italy and beyond.

Menu
Crostini (Italian Canapés) with assorted Pâté
Lasagne Verdi al Forno
 (Pasta Verde, Ragù alla Bolognese, Béchamel Sauce)
Pollo alla Cacciatora
Cime di Rapa Affogate alla Pugliese (Pugliese-Style Broccoli Rabe with Wine Sauce)
Tiramisù
 
 Sunday August3rd, 2008
1.30pm - 4.30pm
 $35.00  CLASS CANCELLED
 
 Traditional Afternoon Tea

 
 Afternoon tea is in fashion again ! Experience the traditional English afternoon tea and learn about  the health benefits of tea and the relaxing ritual of drinking tea. Even if you're not gathering for a graduation party or a bridal shower, anytime is a good time for friends (men as well as women) to catch up over an aromatic cup and a finger sandwich or two. We will sample some wonderful flavored teas as well as the traditional varieties along with some delicious, time-honored fare. We will begin with a cooking demonstration and finish with a full afternoon tea on my Grandmothers china.

 

 Menu

    Asparagus Rolls

   Pinwheel Sandwiches

Zucchini Fritters with Smoked Salmon and Creamy Dill Sauce

Scones with Clotted Cream and Preserves

Chocolate Roll

Esther's Gingerbread 

 
 
 
Thursday, August 7th, 2008
6.30pm - 10pm
$65.00 

 
Saveur Cooks – French Classics

Join Saveur magazine on a mouth-watering exploration of Authentic French cuisine. Discover the techniques necessary to prepare a complete menu of delicious French classics. From the bistros of Paris to the farmhouses of Burgundy, this exciting class will take you on a historical journey of the regions and rituals that have made French food the basis for all other cuisine. The class includes a recipe booklet, SAVEUR tote bag with samples and discounts and a one-year (9 issues) subscription to Saveur magazine – so you can continue your culinary adventure through France and beyond.


Menu
Gougeres
Salade des Moines/Soupe a l’Oignon Gratinee
Sole Meuniere/Poussin Vallee d’Auge
Gratin Dauphinois
Souffle au Chocolat
 

 
 
Thursday, August 14th, 2008 
6.30pm - 10pm
$65.00 
 
Saveur Cooks - Spanish Classics 

 Join SAVEUR Magazine as we voyage through regions of Spain to savor the tastes of this authentic cuisine. Learn the age-old techniques for preparing a complete menu of Spanish classics. From a traditional kitchen in Valencia, rich with the aroma of spicy paella cooking over the fire, to the crowded, boisterous tapas bars of Andalusia and Basque, this class will take you on a journey to explore the regions, culture and culinary specialties of a country rich in history and flavor.. Each class registration includes a recipe booklet, SAVEUR tote bag with samples and discounts and a one-year (9 issues) subscription to SAVEUR magazine so you can continue your culinary adventure through Spain and beyond.

Menu

Tortilla Española 

Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spinach with Chickpeas)  

Paella de Marisco (Shellfish Paella)

Patatas a la Riojana (Potatoes Stewed with Paprika and Chorizo)

Gelat de Crema Catalana (Burnt Cream Ice Cream)

Carquinyolis (Catalan Biscotti).

 
 
 
 
 
Thursday, August 21st, 2008 
6.30pm - 10pm
$65.00  CLASS FULL
 
Saveur Cooks - American Classics
 
American Summer Favorites
Bring a friend and enjoy an exhilarating journey through the colorful, eclectic fare of SAVEUR’s summer-themed menu at select culinary schools throughout the country.
Join SAVEUR magazine on a quest for the freshest bounty of our warm weather harvest. This exciting class takes you through the preparation of beloved American fare of “meat and potatoes”, yet each recipe has a unique twist gleaned from the culinary traditions of our varied cultural heritages.
Each class registration includes a FREE one-year (9 issues) subscription to SAVEUR, an exclusive recipe booklet, and a SAVEUR gift tote with samples and coupons.

MENU
    Artichoke Dip
    Pimento Cheese
    Chilled Corn Soup
    Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Salad
    Grilled Sirloin Steak with Green Sauce
    Fingerling Potatoes with Bacon
   Raspberry Tart with Lemon Curd Whipped Cream



Friday, August 22nd, 2008
6.30pm – 10pm
$50
 
Hors d’ Oeuvres and Desserts

 

Start thinking about the party season and new ideas for entertaining. Maybe you are asked to bring a dish – try something new.

MENU
Spinach Roulade filled with Proscuitto and Roasted Red Pepper Spread
Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini
Mini English Fish and Chips with Cilantro and Mint Sauce
Pavlova with Fresh Fruit
Crepes with Passionfruit Caramel Sauce
Moist Gingerbread with Poached Fruit and Homemade Cinnamon Ice Cream

The Main Course
6805 Thorncliff Trail
Plano, TX 75023

ph: 214-207-2821