Private Event Hosted by Holiday Catering  Tue 08/10/2010 6:00PM - 10:00PM The Mirepoix Cooking School is the perfect place to hold your next private event. From birthday parties, to rehearsal dinners, our talented staff can create an event to suit your tastes. For catered events, call 248 543 4390 to speak with an event coordinator.
				Private Event Hosted by Holiday Catering  Sun 08/15/2010 11:00AM - 3:00PM The Mirepoix Cooking School is the perfect place to hold your next private event. From birthday parties, to rehearsal dinners, our talented staff can create an event to suit your tastes. For catered events, call 248 543 4390 to speak with an event coordinator.
				Private Event - Culinary League $95 Tue 08/17/2010 6:30PM - 10:00PM Do you and your friends or family love to cook together? If so, the Mirepoix Cooking School Culinary League is for you! The league meets once a month, or at your convenience. It’s a private cooking class for your nearest and dearest. To sign up for a league today, call 248-544-7037. Minimum number of students applies.
				Private Event Hosted by Holiday Catering  Fri 09/03/2010 6:00PM - 10:00PM The Mirepoix Cooking School is the perfect place to hold your next private event. From birthday parties, to rehearsal dinners, our talented staff can create an event to suit your tastes. For catered events, call 248 543 4390 to speak with an event coordinator.
				Private Event Hosted by the Chefs of the Mirepoix Cooking School $100 Sat 09/11/2010 7:00PM - 10:00PM Do you love to cook with your family and friends? Have a private cooking lesson in our state-of-the-art kitchen, and let us do all of the clean-up! Our talented staff will teach you how to cook like a professional chef in our hands-on classes. Call Stacy Sloan at 248 544 7037 to select a date. Topics and pricing can be viewed on our events tab.
				Private Event Hosted by the Chefs of the Mirepoix Cooking School - Duel FREE Sat 09/25/2010 6:00PM - 10:00PM The Mirepoix Cooking School is the perfect place to hold your next private event. From birthday parties, to rehearsal dinners, our talented staff can create an event to suit your tastes. For catered events, call 248 543 4390 to speak with an event coordinator.
				Welcome Tec Group FREE Wed 11/03/2010 7:00AM - 5:00PM Welcome Tec Group

				Girl’s Night Out – Appetizers & Cocktails $90 Sat 07/31/2010 7:00PM - 10:30PM Bring your best girlfriends, sisters and moms to this fun and festive night on the town. Learn how to mix up some of your favorite cocktails and see how to prepare some creative appetizers to enjoy on the patio or by the pool. Note: Cocktails will be prepared without alcohol, but for a nominal fee, alcohol can be added by request.
				Amazing Asian Cooking $90 Sun 08/01/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM If you love the flavors of the Far East but lack the confidence to try them at home, this class can help as we teach you to re-create the exotic dishes of Thailand, Japan, Vietnam and China.
				Herbs & Spices $90 Mon 08/02/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Summer is the perfect time to use the herbs and spices growing in your garden to flavor your favorite seasonal recipes. This class will take the mystery out of the myriad of flavorings and the often overwhelming world of spices.
				Healthy Whole Foods $90 Wed 08/04/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Whole, natural and unprocessed foods are a part of a well-balanced diet. Learn how to create some of your favorite foods with healthy whole grains and natural ingredients. We’ll make whole grain breads and pastries and cook using recipes that feature naturally raised chicken and beef as well as a bounty of summer fruits and vegetables.
				Girl’s Night Out – Havana $80 Sat 08/07/2010 7:00PM - 10:30PM Cuban Cuisine is a blend of many different delicious culinary influences from Spain, the Caribbean and even Africa. More than just rice and beans, this country has a lot to offer the adventurous foodie with an appreciation of tradition and a flair for flavor.
				American Regional Cooking – Southern Brunch $90 Sun 08/08/2010 1:30PM - 5:00PM Our last Taste of the South class was such a huge hit, we honored the requests for a Southern Brunch menu. Peach pie, biscuits and sausage gravy, crab cakes Benedict, French toast casserole and cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing are just a taste of the recipes we will prepare in this class.
				Knife Skills 1.0 $70 Mon 08/09/2010 6:30PM - 9:45PM This class is the essential foundation for anyone interested in developing their skills in the kitchen. From basic knife cuts to basic cooking skills, this class will build your confidence in the kitchen. We will practice knife work and then cook a meal in the second half of the class. No need to bring your own knives; we always provide everything you will need to participate in our classes.
				Cooking 101 $90 Wed 08/11/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM For anyone who thinks they can’t even boil water! This class will teach you the basics of cooking, starting with how to outfit your kitchen and how to hold a knife. Simple roasted chicken, Michigan Cherry Salad with maple vinaigrette dressing, biscuits, yeast rolls, grilled flank steak and other favorites will be highlighted in this back-to-basics class.
				Fresh & Flavorful Summer Garden Menus $90 Mon 08/16/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Utilizing some of the ingredients you grow in your garden, we’ll prepare a quick summer menu that is simple but impressive. Green beans with roasted garlic and tomatoes, zucchini pancakes, berry cobbler and more are on this simple seasonal menu. This class is perfect for when you’re long on vegetables and short on ideas and time.
				Under the Sea – A Fish & Seafood Primer $125 Wed 08/18/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Seafood is a topic our students consistently request. Cooks realize the health benefits that to be gained by eating sea creatures. But with so many choices at the seafood counter, it’s a culinary challenge to know what to select and how to prepare it. In this session, we’ll prepare a main course featuring a seasonal seafood item and some delicious side dishes.
				Knife Care & Cooks Tools 101 – New Series! $50 Sat 08/21/2010 1:00PM - 3:45PM Good cooking starts with good ingredients, prepared with the right tools. Learn how to sharpen and care for your knives, and discover which other kitchen gadgets are all help and not just hype. Create some delicious dishes using the tools and appliances featured in this workshop. Plus, you’ll also have the opportunity to sharpen ONE of your own knives from home using our professional grade sharpening stone. Note: For your safety and to ensure the safety of your classmates, a knife bring from home MUST be in a knife case or protective shield. If you bring a knife without a protective cover, you will not be permitted to take this class and will not receive a refund or credit. Please also note that Knife Skills 1.0 no longer includes information regarding the care and sharpening of knives.
				Moonlight & Music Menus $90 Sat 08/21/2010 7:00PM - 10:30PM Detroit’s 2010 summer concert season is bursting with performers! From Eric Clapton to John Mayer to Sheryl Crow to Brooks & Dunn, there’s a summer concert for everyone, and this class helps you prepare a scrumptious picnic that’s the perfect accompaniment to an evening spent enjoying music outdoors.
				The Natural Foods Pantry $95 Sun 08/22/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM If you love natural and organic meals but avoid preparing them at home because you’re not sure what ingredients to use, this class can help. The Natural Foods Pantry is a great way to re-create the foods you love and learn to prepare delicious and nutritious meals using what you have on hand. Our pantry classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay – sign up right away.
				Marinades & Rubs $90 Mon 08/23/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Marinades and spice rubs are great ways to enhance the flavor of anything you choose to prepare, and just in time for outdoor grilling, this class will provide the tips and techniques you need to cook like a pro. Come along as we explore the wide world of spices in this fun workshop.
				What I Learned in Culinary School – International Cuisine 1.0 $100 Wed 08/25/2010 6:30PM - 10:30PM International cuisine is an important part of any chef’s repertoire. Mirepoix will help you learn to make delectable dishes from around the world using the recipes we learned in our international foods courses.
				Big Chef Little Chef Farmer’s Market Menu $75 Sat 08/28/2010 1:00PM - 3:30PM Eating your vegetables can be really tasty. Learn about how a trip to the Farmer’s Market is a delicious way to eat and can help your neighbors too! This menu will feature summer corn succotash, strawberry shortcakes and grilled chicken. Saturdays - 1 –2:30 pm / Children’s Ages: 6 – 13 years old / $75 $20 children’s chef coat optional. Stir up some fun! Big Chef/Little Chef classes are a tasty way to spend time together! Big Chef/Little Chef classes are priced to include 1 adult & 1 child. EACH CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY 1 ADULT. NO EXCEPTIONS. We cannot be held responsible for any reaction that your child may have as a result of eating an ingredient in one of our recipes. By registering your child for these classes, you are agreeing to our special diets policy.
				Date Night – Mediterranean Feast $180 Sat 08/28/2010 7:00PM - 10:00PM Join us for a flavorful tour of the Mediterranean as we explore the ingredients and aromas of this region of the world. You and your date will delight in this culinary escape for your senses. Date Night is the hottest night of the week at Mirepoix and fills up quickly, so make your reservation today
				Chef Julie’s Tomato Party $85 Sun 08/29/2010 6:00PM - 10:30PM Every year, Chef Julie and her wonderful family host their annual Tomato Party. This year, we wanted to have a Tomato Party of our own, but knew no one could do it better than Julie – so we’re naming it after her. Tomatoes are the soul of summer, and it seems like everyone has lots of tomatoes on the vine this time of year. This class is a great opportunity to add some new recipes to your summer menu repertoire, including salsas, sauces, pastas and main courses.
				Knife Skills 1.0 $70 Wed 09/01/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM This class is the essential foundation for anyone interested in developing their skills in the kitchen. From basic knife cuts and care of your cutlery to basic cooking skills, this class will build your confidence in the kitchen. We will practice knife work and then cook a meal in the second half of the class. No need to bring your own knives; we always provide everything you will need to participate in our classes.
				Date Night – Famous Local Restaurants $180 Sat 09/04/2010 7:00PM - 10:30PM The Lark, The Golden Mushroom, 5 Lakes Grill, Café Bon Homme, Gravity Bar & Grill are just a few of the restaurants whose recipes we will be recreating in this fun and popular class. Learn the tricks of the trade and try your hand at recreating the deli¬cious dishes you’ve enjoyed at these celebrated and beloved Metro Detroit area restaurants. This class fills up almost immediately! Secure your reservation today!
				Italian Pantry $100 Wed 09/08/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM Italian food is a universal favorite. Learn how to prepare some of your favorite dishes by stocking up on the staples. We’ll show you what you need for the freezer, pantry and refrigerator so you can create an impressive Italian dinner on the fly.
				Middle Eastern Fare $95 Sun 09/12/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM If you love the flavors of the Mid-East, here’s your opportunity to learn to create your favorite dishes in your own kitchen. Join us for this authentic cooking class and learn to prepare everything from hummous and baba ghanoush to decadent garlic sauce and stuffed onions. We’ll also include some of your favorite lamb and chicken dishes.
				Slow Down! A Tribute to “Slow Food” $85 Mon 09/13/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM You’ve probably heard the terms ‘farm to table’ and ‘farm to fork.’ And you may know a lot about sustainable foods, but do you know about the movement that started it all? The Slow Food movement began in Bra, Italy, nearly 25 years ago. In this innovative workshop, you’ll learn how to prepare delicious, nutritious and indulgently “slow” cuisine.
				Recipes from Culinary School $100 Wed 09/15/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM After several years of hard work, study and rigorous demand, we left culinary school armed with some of the best recipes you could ever dream of. It’d be wrong to keep them just to ourselves, so we’re unlocking our recipe boxes and sharing the contents with you! This class will introduce you to the basics of cooking like a chef, using delicious no-fail recipes you can use for almost any occasion.
				Knife Care & Cooks Tools 101 – New Series! $50 Sat 09/18/2010 1:00PM - 3:45PM Good cooking starts with good ingredients, prepared with the right tools. Learn how to sharpen and care for your knives, and discover which other kitchen gadgets are all help and not just hype. Create some delicious dishes using the tools and appliances featured in this workshop. Plus, you’ll also have the opportunity to sharpen ONE of your own knives from home using our professional grade sharpening stone. Note: For your safety and to ensure the safety of your classmates, a knife bring from home MUST be in a knife case or protective shield. If you bring a knife without a protective cover, you will not be permitted to take this class and will not receive a refund or credit. Please also note that Knife Skills 1.0 no longer includes information regarding the care and sharpening of knives.
				Girl’s Night Out – A Taste of the Mediterranean $85 Sat 09/18/2010 7:00PM - 10:30PM Join us for a flavorful tour of the Mediterranean as we explore the ingredients and aromas of this region of the world. Girl’s Night Out is one of our most popular classes of the week and fills up quickly, so make your reservation today!
				Cupcakes $90 Sun 09/19/2010 2:00PM - 5:30PM Cupcakes are a fun and versatile way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Join Lois Henessey, our master cake and cupcake decorator, and learn the tricks of the trade so you can decorate like a pro. Lois is the former owner of the highly acclaimed Home Bakery in Rochester and currently teaches cake decorating for Oakland Community College’s award-winning Culinary Arts department. This class is recommended as a pre-requisite to Cake Decorating 101.
				The Well-Stocked Kitchen $90 Mon 09/20/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM Good cooking begins with good ingredients. Stock your kitchen like the pros do, and learn to cook using what you have on hand. This is the expanded version of what used to be known as “Pantry 101.” Participants will leave with recipes, tips, quick weeknight meal solutions and a bag of goodies from Holiday Market!
				Indian Cuisine $100 Wed 09/22/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM Samosas, naan, aloo ghobi, vindaloo, tikka masala and more are on the menu for this fun and exotic cooking class. Spice up your recipe repertoire with these delicious recipes from a region rich in culinary treasures. Many people love Indian cuisine, but are intimidated by the spices and uncommon ingredients, but this class will build your confidence and further develop your palate.
				Big Chef Little Chef Back to School Soup & Sandwich $75 Sat 09/25/2010 1:00PM - 3:30PM Soups and sandwiches are the perfect lunch for anyone heading back to school. Whip up a batch of tomato soup, club sandwiches and brownies. Saturdays - 1 –2:30 pm / Children’s Ages: 6 – 13 years old / $75 $20 children’s chef coat optional. Stir up some fun! Big Chef/Little Chef classes are a tasty way to spend time together! Big Chef/Little Chef classes are priced to include 1 adult & 1 child. EACH CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY 1 ADULT. NO EXCEPTIONS. We cannot be held responsible for any reaction that your child may have as a result of eating an ingredient in one of our recipes. By registering your child for these classes, you are agreeing to our special diets policy.
				What I Learned in Culinary School – Baking $100 Sun 09/26/2010 2:00PM - 6:30PM If you long to create delicious baked goods but have never learned the proper techniques, look no further. You’ll leave this class knowing you’ve mastered the basics of the traditional bakery.
				Authentic Mexican Cuisine $90 Mon 09/27/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM You won’t find any nachos or quesadillas on this menu! The authentic cuisine of Mexico features lots of fresh ingredients that are not featured in the majority of Mexican-style restaurants in the US. This class will introduce you to the subtle nuances of Mexican cuisine, teach you how to make complex sauces and help you prepare numerous dishes that will impress everyone at your next fiesta.
				Gloriously Gluten-Free $90 Wed 09/29/2010 6:00PM - 9:30PM A gluten-free lifestyle doesn’t have to be a lifetime sentence to bland, boring, tasteless food. If you have celiac disease or cook for someone who follows a gluten-free diet, this class will open you up to a world of creative, delicious recipes that are naturally gluten-free. Learn how to prepare meals that everyone can enjoy without feeling deprived. Note: This class will not utilize any processed/packaged foods such as “gluten-free” pie crusts, breads, etc.

				Mozzerella Making 101 $25 Sat 08/07/2010 2:00PM - 3:15PM Join Chef Julie for a mozzerella making demonstration. Chef Julie will show you how to make your own fresh mozzerella cheese at home. Each participant will leave with a small kit to make a batch of cheese in your own kitchen.
				Dinner & a Movie – “Food, Inc.” $30 Mon 08/30/2010 6:30PM - 9:30PM Join us for a screening of “Food, Inc.,” the documentary that has influenced the way many have come to think about, purchase and consume food. Dinner will be served before the showing of the film. To learn more about the movie, visit www.foodincmovie.com.
				Canning 101 $65 Sat 09/11/2010 1:30PM - 5:00PM $65 (demonstration ONLY) Summer brings such a delicious bounty of fruits and vegetables that it’s hard to find time to enjoy everything you’ve grown. Have you always wanted to learn the art of canning so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor all year ‘round? If so, this demonstration class is for you! We’ll show you everything you need to know to have an enjoyable – and safe – canning experience in your very own kitchen.

				Thursday Night's Uncorked $24 Thu 08/12/2010 7:00PM - 9:00PM The 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm Twice a month, Mirepoix becomes Uncorked and offers you an evening full of wine, food, fun and friends. Each month, we’ll focus on a specific region and feature the flavors and wines of that region. Experience the entire evening for just $24, an all-inclusive price that lets you enjoy a bevy of heavy hors d’oeuvres while you sample over ten different wines and learn about them from our exceptional experts. We’ll even give you special Uncorked pricing so you can bring home bottles of your favorites at a discounted rate!
				Private Event Hosted by Holiday Wine $1,000 Tue 08/24/2010 6:00PM - 10:00PM Host your own private wine tasting with the Holiday Market wine guys. We can customize any tasting to suit your tastes and budget. Call 248 544 7037 for availability.
				Thursday Night's Uncorked $24 Thu 08/26/2010 7:00PM - 9:00PM The 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm Twice a month, Mirepoix becomes Uncorked and offers you an evening full of wine, food, fun and friends. Each month, we’ll focus on a specific region and feature the flavors and wines of that region. Experience the entire evening for just $24, an all-inclusive price that lets you enjoy a bevy of heavy hors d’oeuvres while you sample over ten different wines and learn about them from our exceptional experts. We’ll even give you special Uncorked pricing so you can bring home bottles of your favorites at a discounted rate!