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Manager’s Message

Kids’ Classes PAGE 2-7Round up the Kids and head on down to the Cooking School, where these next classes will have them thinking spring! From Mother’s and Father’s day, brunches with parents, home school classes and camps; we have it all from A-Z!

Don’t forget to register your children early for our Spring Break and Summer Camps, as they fill up quickly! We also have our Saturday “Dinner and Games/ Bingo” classes! Come join in the fun with us!

Adult Classes PAGE 8-10Celebrate the arrival of spring with some exciting new classes we know you’ll love! Brunches are on the menu, as well as the start of BBQ season. If you like to get involved, sign up for one of our Hands -On classes and help bring the meal to the table. We include hands- on and demonstration classes. Please sign up for classes with our newest Chef Indy!

Discover Your Health PAGE 11-12Spring has sprung, the plants are in, and now its time to take a closer look at the eating habits that can make a big difference in our over all health. We begin by featuring our Family Cooks Together Program, Healthy Heart, Eat Well Stay Fit as well as risk factors for Diabetes. We bid a fond farewell to Erin Burch, and welcome Benjamin Glurich, RD, who is also a former Chef. Please welcome Ben to the cooking School by signing up for the Healthy Heart classes! Whether your concern is cholesterol, weight loss, heart health, or just general health, we have the class for you. Join us and get answers from our Dieticians to your most important health- related questions.

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April, May, June 2014

Spring has finally sprung! Here at the Cooking School we certainly do have spring fever! As this new season approaches, we find ourselves still having to tie our purse strings a little tighter, going out to eat less and less, but still missing those “different and exciting” meals you think only restaurants can offer. Well, think again! Why not come to our adult cooking classes where you can not only taste delicious and different meal offerings, but learn how to make them yourselves! Our Culinary Chefs/ Instructors offer valuable tips and step-by-step directions in all of our classes, along with the recipes for you to take along on your next shopping trip. Our health class menus also help you with healthy meal planning, and offer loads of information on the class topics.

Whether it be gourmet dinners, appetizers, cooking for kids, or team building events, the Cooking School has the classes for you. Whether you are a novice cook or a seasoned pro, the Cooking School can offer you new ideas for great taste creations, so come on in, bring a friend, join in the party, and have some fun, where at The Cooking School, a “Good Cook Is Born Each Day!”

Grace Hanusin Regional Cooking School Manager

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Trying to plan your child’s birthday party? Let us do the work for you! Call today to book your party.

Birthday parties at the Cooking sChool are fun!

Come join us for a special dinner and games or bingo right here in the cooking schools! Each month we will have a special dinner theme that you will help prepare. After eating and helping clean up, we will play bingo or games with prizes, along with popcorn! Bring a friend and add to the fun!!

$20 for one child $35 for two children $50 for three children (Please register all children in your group at the same time to get the discount.)

SAM AND CAT Saturday, April 5, 6-9pmWhat crazy scheme is Sam and Cat up to? Will they be trying to make up a new silly food, or just going about new ways of babysitting. Let’s make some of the food they enjoy. Sloppy Sam’s on Top of Waffles, Lumpatious Salad, Bibble, Mixed Fruit Dessert

CINCO DE MAYO Saturday, May 3, 6-9pmLet’s celebrate this Mexican holiday with good food and games, along with your own piñata to take home. Sombrero Chips and Your Own Layered Dip, Chicken and Apple Empanada, Mexican Sundae with a Sombrero

ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? Saturday, June 21, 6-9pmSchool will be out shortly, and vacation begins. Let’s have a party with funky food and action games. Mini Pizza Burgers, Veggie Garnishes, Fruit Palm Tree, Homemade Slushy

Kids’ Night Out! AGES 7 - 14AMHERST & WEST SENECA COOKING SCHOOLS

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Little Chefs AGES 3-6 WITH PARENT

For children this young, one parent or guardian per child is required to remain in the Cooking School at no additional charge. For additional adults, a $5 charge will be implemented, as seating is limited. Pricing may be different as stated, as in our teas and brunches.

Culinary Instructors: Judy Handzlik, Amherst / Linda Duncan, West Seneca

IT’S BUNNY TIME!Saturday, April 12, 11am-12pm$12 per little chefThe bunny has colored his eggs and will be hopping to your house He made a stop at the cooking school and left some treats for you to make! Bunny Biscuits with Cheese, Fruit Baskets, Candy Ducky Pretzels

HAPPY MOMMY’S DAY BRUNCHSaturday, May 10, 11am-12:30pm$15 per adult/ little Chef, $12 per extra personMommies are the best. Always making and serving our meals. Now it is our turn to cook and serve them! Warm Pancake Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting, Turkey Sausage, Yogurt Cones with Fruit, Mini Bagels with Assorted Spreads, Coffee, Tea, and Juice

WE LOVE DADDY!Saturday, June 14, 11am-12:30 pm$15 per adult/ little Chef, $12 per extra personDad’s work hard, play hard and like good food. Let’s make him a different breakfast and enjoy it with him! Waffles with Cookie Dough Filling and Topped with Chocolate Cream Cheese, Ham Roll Ups, Fruit Kabobs with Dip, Coffee, Tea and Juice

Future Chefs AGES 7 & uP

Children of this age attend the cooking classes without a parent or adult guardian, as we teach them independence in the kitchen skills. Parents are required to inform us of any food allergies at the time of registration. We will try our best to accommodate all food allergies.

Culinary Instructors: Judy Handzlik, Amherst Karen Gold, West Seneca

LET’S CELEBRATE MOM Moms- please join your child at 12:45 for coffee and some treats! (No charge, but must register with child)Sunday, May 4, 1-3 pm$15 per future chef We all love our mom, so, let’s do something extra special for her on Mother’s Day this year. Here is a delicious brunch that she’ll remember forever! Mini Chocolate Cups with Chocolate Mousse, Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast, Fruit Scones with Cinnamon/Sugar Butter, Fruited Flower Pot

LET’S MAKE DINNER WITH DADFriday, June 13, 6-8pm$25 per child & dad or grandpa/ or guardian, $15 per extra personThis dinner is for the Dad’s who love to grill! It’ll make his mouth water and want more! Dads will be making this dinner alongside their child! Home Made BBQ Sauce, Slider Burgers, Potato, Onion & Pepper Pouches, Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter, Root Beer Float

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Kids’ KitchenThese classes will be held in both schools on the dates listed. Parents are required to inform us of any food allergies at the time of registration. We will try our best to accommodate food allergies with substitutions. Children with long hair, please tie it back before class. Please have child wear sneakers for safety reasons; no open toed/ open heeled shoes/sandals are allowed.

*Please tell us if you have any coupons or gift certificates at time of registration, as coupons are not taken with some classes, including all camps

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COOKING CLASSES FOR HOME SCHOOLERS!WEST SENECA COOKING SCHOOL ONLY

Let us help with your home Economics class! Your students will have fun learning cooking skills, math skills, and an added teaching component that will be helpful today and in the future. Handouts will be provided for each class topic. Students must have hair pulled back if long; they must wear sneakers for safety reasons. No sandals are allowed.

Open to students between the ages of 7 and up. Culinary Instructor and former home school parent, Linda Duncan

ARBOR DAYFriday, April 18, 11am-1pm$15 per studentWe will learn the reason for this often forgotten holiday along with some fun facts about trees and their parts while treating ourselves to a tree-themed lunch that we will prepare. Leafy Salad, Broccoli Pasta, Breadstick Branches, Granola Chocolate Bark

CINCO DE MAYOFriday, May 2, 11am-1pm$15 per studentDiscover some Mexican history and sample delicious ethnic cuisine that you will learn to make. It will be a fiesta! Homemade Salsa, Chicken Tortilla Soup, Beef Taquitos, Mexican Churros

A TRIBUTE TO FLAG DAYFriday, June 6, 11am-1pm$15 per studentHistory and cooking go hand-in-hand as we recall the origin and development of our star-spangled banner while creating a patriotic meal. Flag Fruit Kabobs with Dip, Old Glory Taco Salad, Star-Spangled Cookie Cake

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Future ChefsSpring Break2-Day CampAges 7 & up

LET’S PAINT OUR FOOD Tuesday, April 15, 10am-1pm$25 per personLet food be your palette, as you paint your food and eat it, too! We will give you various paint brushes, and different medias to paint. You can be as creative as you wish! Painted Bread Sticks, Painted Bird Nest and Meatballs, Chopped Salad with Painted Dressing, Painted Molded Chocolate

LET’S ROLL INTO SPRINGWednesday, April 16, 10am-1pm$25 per personNothing is better than watching Spring bloom! We are rolling into Spring with various types of rolled foods. Crepes Marquis, Rolled Pancakes with Sautéed Veggies, Pizzelle Rolls Filled with Cream and Fruit

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Future Chefs Summer Camp 1Amherst and West Seneca Cooking SchoolsAges 7 & up

Camp 2 PreviewDetails in next calendar

$25 for each day!

THE HUNGER GAMESTuesday, July 1-Thursday, July 3 10am-1pm each day$75 (YOu MuST COME ALL 3 DAYS FOR THIS CAMP)Are you ready for the hunger games? It will start with a formal dinner before the games and continue on with two days of challenging food games. DAY 1 THE FORMAL DINNERTuesday, July 1, 10am-1pm We will be the Capitols and make our formal dinner. Turkey Tenderloin with Sautéed Fruit, Grilled Vegetables, Sae’s Royal Soup, Grilled Garlic Bread, Frozen Hot Chocolate DAY 2 LET THE GAMES BEGIN!Wednesday, July 2, 10am-1pm First day of the games: 2 teams, 4 recipes and 1 secret ingredient. Who will win? Gosling Grilled Chicken, Rebellion Green Salad with Forest Berries Dressing, Berries Wrapped in Cheese, Peach Tart with Homemade Ice Cream DAY 3 THE FINAL CHAPTER Thursday, July 3, 10am-1pm Today’s theme is PRESENTATION! PRESENTATION!Which team can be the most creative in their presentation? Ground Squirrel (Meatballs) on a Stick with Homemade BBQ Sauce, Baguette with Cheese, Girl on Fire Cupcake, Tree Sap Drink

LET’S EXPLORE August 5-7 10am-1pmLet’s go on an adventure with food. How does chemistry and baking connect? How did you get that from this? Top secret recipes unlocked. There will be fun experiments to do along with preparing your lunch!





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Come to this class to get a preview of our Summer Culinary program!

MEXICO HERE WE COME Culinary Instructor Judy HandzlikFriday, May 2, 6-8pm AmherstFriday, May 16, 6-8pm West Seneca$16 per personLet’s take a trip to Mexico. Enjoy some favorite teenage Mexican food. We will make 2 kinds of dough plus a divine chocolate sauce for our Churros. Layered Taco Dip with Homemade Chips, Chicken Mole Empanadas, Baked Churros with a Mexican Chocolate Sauce

Aspiring Chefs Culinary Program Ages 12 and up previewThis Camp is a must for young adults who have a genuine interest in learning to cook, or may want to pursue a career in the Culinary Arts. With families having two working parents, some young adults may have the responsibility to get dinner on the table some nights, or college bound students may find they are not ready to tackle their meal preparation alone. In this camp they will learn all the kitchen basics from using the correct equipment in a safe manner, learn basic knife skills, to using the correct bake ware and measurements in baking. We will cook, bake, dice and chop and then eat our creations. This camp is a 4 day commitment and space is limited due to the hands on learning involved. Hand outs, recipes, certificates of class completion will be given, along with daily lunch!

Tuesday, July 15 thru Friday, July 18, 10am -1:30pm Amherst Cooking School OnlyMore details and menus to follow in next calendar!$195 for all 4 days; must be able to attend all days. $50 deposit required at time of registration. Parents will be invited the last day for coffee, tea, homemade baked goods and graduation ceremony!

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FUN WITH FALAFEL!Chef (Indy) Tuesday, April 29, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, April 14, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personFalafel is popular everywhere in the Middle East. They are easy to make, nutritious, healthy and inexpensive! Come join us and l make these delicious snacks from scratch! Falafel Salad, Falafel Platter/Pita, Greek Rice Pudding

WONDERFUL VINDALOO!Chef (Indy)Monday, May 19, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, May 9, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personExperience the sweet and sour taste of Vindaloo, originally a Portuguese dish but later adopted by India! Succulent tender Chicken Vindaloo over aromatic saffron, Basmati Rice and Sweet Semolina. Halwa are wonderful to enhance your spring/summer evenings. Chicken Vindaloo, Saffron-flavored Basmati Rice, Sweet Semolina Halwa

SPICE UP YOUR SUMMER!Chef (Indy)Thursday, June 19, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, June 25, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personSpices always make summer sizzle! Shrimps marinated with exotic spices taste wonderful on the grill or oven. Fresh herbs bring the best out of roasted potatoes! Smell and taste it all! Tandoori Shrimp, Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach & Rosemary Potato, Mango Lassi (Yogurt)

GREEK EASTERCulinary Instructor Susan VernonMonday, April 14, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, April 11, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personGreek Easter is a great celebration that is rich in tradition with their most celebrated dishes. Come enjoy the Greek favorites. OPA! Greek Salad with Kalamata Olives and Capers, Avgolemono Soup, a restaurant favorite, Moussaka, Baklava Cups

EASY AND ELEGANT SPRING ENTERTAININGCulinary Instructor Jeannette KreherThursday, April 10, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, April 24, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personCompany is coming! Make this easy and elegant meal and take away the stress of entertaining for a crowd. Sweet Potato Soup with Rosemary Croutons, Garlic & Herb Butter Monkey Bread, Spinach & Mint Salad with Dressed Strawberry Vinaigrette; Pork Chops with Strawberry/Rhubarb Chutney, Key Lime Custard Cups

NATIONAL EGG MONTHCulinary Instructor Jeannette KreherTuesday, May 6, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, May 15, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personCome celebrate National Egg Month with the Queen of Quiche. Ask questions about eggs and how a fourth generation egg farmer produces your local Tops eggs. Ham, Egg & Cheese Cups (GF), Steak & Egg Sammy, Mini Orange Maple French Toast Cups, Lemon Ricotta Cookies

DADS DAYCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossThursday, June 5, 6-8:30pm AmherstWednesday, June 11, 6-8:30pm West Seneca$25 per personWhat Dad wants… golf, relaxation and a family meal fit for a King! Whiskey Grilled BBQ Ribs; Amazing Baked Beans, Honey Butter Grilled Corn, Grilled Banana Royal

PERFECT POACHINGCulinary Instructor Susan VernonThursday, June 12, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, June 4, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personPoaching is a healthy alternative to frying or broiling. This cooking style infuses flavors while locking in the natural moisture of the food. Poached Eggs over Baby Spinach with Shaved Parmesan, Poached Atlantic Salmon with Lemon Caper Sauce, Spiced Poached Pears with Crème Freshe Topping

Register early!SOME CLASSES FILL qUICKLY

AND OTHERS MAY NOT BE HELD DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION.

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Ethnic Cooking ClassesFEATURING EXECUTIVE CHEF Tham IndralIngam (Indy)


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Adult Classes HANDS-ONIf you would like to try your hand at cooking, these classes are for you! Please come with hair tied back if long, and wear closed-toe shoes for your safety (No Boots allowed). Aprons will be provided for your use.

SPECIAL CLASSES FOR SPECIAL DIETS Culinary Instructor Paula Eisenberger Your diet is important, and we have some healthy, easy choices to suit all your dietary needs. BAKING GLUTEN FREE - HANDS ON Monday, April 7, 6-8:30 pm Amherst Wednesday, April 23, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per person You don’t have to miss out on all those yummy smells drifting through the kitchen just because you are gluten free. Join us for some basic comfort food, all gluten and dairy free! White Sandwich Bread, Pie Crust, Apple Pie Filling, Zucchini Bread THE PALEO DIET - HANDS ON Wednesday, May 7, 6-8:30 pm Amherst Wednesday, May 14, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per person “Eating Paleo” means eating how our pre-agricultural ancestors ate. All recipes are grain, legume, dairy, and gluten free. Starting out on Paleo shouldn’t be stressful, but a way to health and recovery. Cowboy Hash Brown Skillet, Handmade Chicken Enchilada Empanadas, Brownies ETHNIC COOKING GLUTEN FREE - HANDS ON Wednesday, May 7, 6-8:30 pm Amherst Thursday, June 26, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per person There are so many healthy, easy, inexpensive foods that people eat around the world that are gluten free naturally. It is a wonderful way to maintain the diet and add a little interest to your cooking. Soft Shell Beef Tacos, Tomato Salsa, Curry Chicken and Rice

CELEBRATING NYS MAPLE SYRUP DAYS - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Karen GoldFriday, April 11, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, April 9, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personDid you know that New York State is the 2nd highest producer of maple syrup in the united States? And they are right here in our own back yard. Enjoy a menu using one of nature’s finest products – maple syrup! Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Maple Syrup Vinaigrette over Pear and Mixed Greens, Maple Syrup Pot de Crème, Maple Fizz

“A” IS FOR ASPARAGUS - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWednesday, April 30, 6-8:30pm AmherstTuesday, April 22, 6-8:30pm West Seneca$25 per personCelebrate the first signs of spring by using this delicious vegetable that has been protected by the snow. Asparagus Soup, Asparagus Pesto, Grilled Asparagus Pasta Chicken Salad, Asparagus Pineapple Bundt Cake

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LUSCIOUS LEMONS - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossThursday, May 15, 6-8:30pm AmherstMonday, May 12, 6-8:30pm West Seneca$25 per personAromatic lemons enhance the taste of these luscious dishes. Lemony Chickpea Salad, Easy Creamy Homemade Lemon Mascarpone Gnocchi with Butter Sage Sauce, Lemony Chicken Milanese, Lemon Cooler Individual Dessert

DECORATING CHILDREN’S CAKES - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Sandy MaisanoFriday, June 6, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, June 2, 6-8:30 West Seneca$25 per personDid you ever see a decorated cake and say, “I wish I could do that for my kids, and see that same look of amazement on their face”? Come join us and learn the basic ways on frosting and decorating a cake. The cake will be supplied for you. We will make frosting, learn to tint different colors and use basic decorating tips to decorate your cake. We will concentrate on borders, writing, and finishing techniques. Come join the fun and find your own creativity.

WONDERFUL WORLD OF WONTONS - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Susan VernonFriday, May 9, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, May 28, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWonton wrappers are very versatile: a must staple in your kitchen. Both sweet and savory dishes can be enjoyed from this inexpensive wonderful wrapper. Easy Wonton Soup, Spicy Fried Wontons, Beef Raviolis with Sage Butter & Fried Raspberry Wontons with Lemon Sauce

REMEMBER WHEN… - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Karen GoldFriday, May 16, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, May 21, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personGrowing up in the Buffalo area we had plenty of restaurants to choose from-Laube’s Old Spain, Your Host, DECO, H.Salt English Fish & Chips….just to name a few. Join me as we tour some of other favorites for a dinner from the past. York Steakhouse Honey Chicken, Arthur Treacher’s Fish, Ponderosa Steak House Twice Baked Potatoes, Ground Round Bread Pudding with Jack Daniel’s Sauce, Howard Johnson’s Orange Freeze Drink

MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Susan VernonWednesday, May 14, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, May 20, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLet’s celebrate this Memorial Day in their honor and serve a menu that’s NOT so ordinary but rather extraordinary! Mussels Diavialo with Spicy Andouille Sausage, Almond Brie Salad, Crunchy Chicken Drumstick with Honey Garlic Sauce, Lemonade Cake

DAIRY FOR HEALTH - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Jeannette KreherWednesday, June 4, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, June 27, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personHow many ways can you make a Dairy ‘Mustache’? June is National Dairy Month. We will be cutting some calories and adding protein with Greek Yogurt and great ways to add dark greens to your diet. Yogurt & Kale Smoothies, Sundried Tomato & Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms, Strawberries Three Ways (Savory & Sweet) Cheesecake Bites

GUYS NIGHT OUT – COOKING WITH BEER - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Karen GoldTuesday, June 24, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, June 20, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personIt’s time for a “Guys Night Out” that’s all about the food, the grill, and the beer! Join me for a fun filled night as we make every dish with a different kind of beer! Cheers! 1-2-3 Beer Bread, Dirty Potatoes, Grilled Veggie Salad with Beer Vinaigrette, Marinated Grilled Flank Steak, Stout Chocolate Brownies

STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER - HANDS ONCulinary Instructor Susan VernonThursday, June 26, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, June 18, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personIt’s that favorite time of year. With the anticipation of summer, Strawberries are a great reminder of the lazy, hazy days to come. Homemade Strawberry Jam with Lemon Thyme Scones, Field Green Salad with Fresh Strawberries and Feta Cheese and Strawberry Apricot Chicken Breast with Roasted Lemon Baby Red Potatoes

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Adult Classes - Hands-On


Eat to Your Heart’s Content Benjamin Glurich, rD

Family Cooks Together HANDS-ON: FAMILY AND KIDS, AGES 7 Sarah Stimpson, rD

These classes will be geared to all family members, starting at age 7. Children ages 7 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult. In years past, family time was always spent around the dinner table, where conversations would be personal in nature, where families could feel close to each other. Family life today is all too busy, with less time spent on families eating meals together, more time going to the nearest fast food place. If each family member had a role in getting a healthy meal on the dinner table, there would be more time available to stay home and enjoy the meal together. Let us help you start getting back to family basics, while enjoying the healthy meal that you helped to prepare (Please bring closed toed shoes like sneakers; hair must be pulled back if long.)

These classes are covered under the Healthy Lifestyle classes. All Insurance information will be needed for all attending, and will be taken when you reserve the class, along with your credit card information.

The cost without covered Insurance for the Family Cooks classes is $25 per adult, $13 per child ages 12 and under.

LIGHTEN UP YOUR EASTER MENUTuesday, April 8, 6-8pm AmherstThursday, April 17, 6-8pm West Seneca Come sample a great Easter Menu that your family can prepare together! It is lighter in calories and fat than the traditional holiday menu. Also learn some great ways to get your children involved with cooking healthfully in the kitchen! Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole, Mustard Maple Pork Tenderloin, Roasted New Potatoes and Green Beans*, Lighten up Carrot Cake*

KID FRIENDLY RECIPES THAT EVEN THE PICKIEST EATER WILL LOVE!Tuesday, May 13, 6-8pm AmherstWednesday, May 7, 6-8pm West SenecaIs your child a picky eater? Come learn some tips for getting your child to try and eat more fruits and vegetables at home without making it an everyday struggle. Sample some child friendly recipes that are a great way to help them eat more fruits and vegetables! Marble Berry Smoothie*, Zucchini Mini Muffins*, Beef and Broccoli Bowl, Peach and Raspberry Sundae Parfait*

PREPARE FOR SUMMER WITH NEW LUNCH AND SNACK IDEASWednesday, June 11, 6-8pm AmherstTuesday, June 17, 6-8pm West SenecaSummer is almost here! Join Sarah in learning some healthful snacks and lunches to prepare with the children at home during the summer. Learn the benefits of eating the rainbow and ways to eat colorful fruits and vegetables at home throughout the summer! Sweet Corn Quesadillas*, Rainbow Veggie Pockets*, Buffalo Chicken Wrap, Fun in the Sun Banana Split*

These great classes taught by a Registered Dietitian are covered in part by select local Health Insurance Companies. (Please call the Cooking School for details). Come join us to learn how to make good lifestyle choices. Included in each class is information and hand-outs on the class topic, along with a generous sampling of each recipe made. Some classes offer product samples as well.

We have a staff of Registered Dietitians and nutrition experts who teach all of the Your Healthy Lifestyle classes at the Cooking Schools.

Benjamin Glurich, RD, — who teaches “Eat to Your Heart’s Content Program”

Sarah Stimpson, RD — who teaches the “Family Cooks Together Program”

Laura Segool, MS, RD, CDN — who teaches the “Diabetic Cooking Program”

Jessica Masterson, RD, CDN, CDE— who teaches the “Eat Well, Stay Fit Program”

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VERSATILE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES*Thursday, April 24, 6-8pm AmherstMonday, April 21, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceWhether main course or side dish, increasing vegetable consumption is heart healthy and is a great way to better overall health. Eating a wide variety of vegetables ensures you are getting plenty of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Fruits are also great for your health and won’t play second fiddle (or banana) to these heart healthy veggies. Benjamin will demonstrate how to choose, store and cook a variety of fruits and vegetables to help you get the most out of your ingredients. Poached Pear Salad with Walnuts*, Portobello Napoleon with Fresh Basil and Balsamic*, Roasted Cauliflower with Shallots*, Chocolate and Peanut Butter Banana Bites*.

PASTA AND CARBS AND GRAINS, OH MY!Thursday, May 29, 6-8 pm AmherstMonday, May 19, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insurance Pasta, grains, and carbs have gotten a bum rap in the media over the past few years. The truth is they are essential to the overall health and function of the body and a healthy lifestyle. Benjamin will debunk the low carb, no carb trend and provide instruction on how to include pasta and grains into a healthy diet. Spring Vegetable Risotto,* Pasta with Zucchini, Lemon, and Herbs*, Grilled Chicken and Brown Rice, Oatmeal Snack Bar*

HEART HEALTHY GRILLMonday, June 23, 6-8 pm AmherstTuesday, June 10, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceWho doesn’t love to grill in the summer? The grill is a great tool for making delicious heart healthy fair not just in the summer, but all year round. Grilling brings out some of the best flavors in foods. The grill is a great way to cook fish, vegetables and meats to bring out there full flavor without adding tons of calories and fat. Benjamin will demonstrate how to make the most of the grilling season and keep it heart healthy and full of flavor. Grilled Veggie Quesadillas*, Mexican Grilled Corn, Grilled Flank Steak, Grilled Peaches and Wild Berry Sauce with Frozen Yogurt*

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Healthy Lifestyle Classes

Diabetic Cooking Laura Segool, MS, rD, CDn

SALADS GALOREWednesday, April 23, 6-8pm AmherstTuesday, April 29, 6-8pm West Seneca $25 per person without insuranceGetting tired of having the same old veggies prepared the same old way? You’re not alone. Join us to find out how to incorporate a plethora of vegetables with interesting twists … In no time, Laura will have you following the American Diabetes Association guidelines and making half your plate veggies! Coriander Carrot Salad,* Melon Chicken Salad, Avocado Potato Salad,* Roasted Fruit Salad*

FIESTA FAREThursday, May 1, 6-8pm AmherstTuesday, May 13, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceThere is no need to steer clear of ethnic cuisines, including Mexican food. The key is that you select foods that are nourishing and do not raise your blood sugar levels or increase your risk for diabetes complications. Come to this class to learn healthy Mexican recipes to spice up meal time in your own home! Black Bean Dip,* Mexican Corn Salad,* Shrimp Enchilada Bake, Fruit Salsa*

SUNDAY BRUNCHTuesday, June 17, 6-8pm AmherstThursday, June 12, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceSunday brunch can be a great way to gather with family and friends, but sometimes the recipes aren’t always diabetic-friendly. Join Laura and she will provide you with plenty of helpful tips to keep the food healthy and satisfying for everyone. You’ll also take away great ways of incorporating the bounties of fresh fruit and vegetables that will be approaching us in the summer months! Strawberry Pecan Coffee Cake,* Herbed Spinach Quiche Portabella Caps,* Roasted Asparagus with Lemon,* Blueberries Chantilly*

Eat Well, Stay Fit Jessica Masterson, rD, CDn, CDe

FOODS TO BOOST IMMUNITYMonday, April 28, 6-8pm AmherstThursday, April 10, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceIncorporating more immune boosting foods into your meal plan can help you feel refreshed and ready for the warm weather. Vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, and omega 3 fatty acids will be some of the nutrients discussed during class. Whole Wheat Pumpkin Beer Bread*, Spicy Tuna Cakes with Red Bell Pepper Yogurt Dip, Roasted Garlic Pork Loin, Smashed Pumpkin and Parsnips

FILLING FULL WITH LESS CALORIESThursday, May 8, 6-8pm AmherstThursday, May 22, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insurance Improving health sometimes means losing weight and losing weight means calorie reduction. How can you reduce calories without filling deprived? Limit calorie dense foods and choose bulky foods that provide more volume for fewer calories. Warming Carrot Cake Oatmeal with Cream Cheese Yogurt “Frosting”, Cannellini Bean and Kale Salad with a Lemon Sesame Dressing, Super Vegetable Pasta Primavera, Sweet Apple, Carrot & Squash Crumble

DECADENT DO-OVERSMonday, June 9, 6-8pm AmherstMonday, June 23, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceSometimes you crave foods that don’t necessarily fit into your healthy life style. Learn how to lighten up some normally high fat, high calorie food choices. This class will review some different cooking techniques and ingredient substitution to improve the nutritional value of some decadent foods. Spicy Jalapeno Poppers*, Zesty Buffalo Chicken Bites, Whole Grain Veggie Pizza*, Easy Tiramisu Trifle

* Vegetarian recipe

Meet Our Chefs & Instructors


REGIONAL COOKING SCHOOL MANAGER GRACE HANUSINGrace is our Regional Cooking School Manager for Amherst, West Seneca and Rochester. She is located at Tops Cooking School in Amherst. Her culinary background includes working as a line cook and Sous Chef in many area restaurants. In 1995, she placed second in the New York Division of The National Beef Cook off Contest, with her Beef and Barley Mulligan recipe. Her Onion Soup recipe was featured in the Buffalo News by Janice Okin, food critic. Grace has appeared on local TV shows and events, and does live cooking demos, while promoting the Cooking School. She coordinates and writes the calendar each quarter, schedules the classes, and supervises day to day operations of the Cooking Schools in Amherst and West Seneca as well.

COORDINATOR NOREEN MALLIANoreen is our Cooking School Coordinator for the West Seneca Cooking School. She comes to us with a background in restaurant operation, with 29 years experience. Noreen and her husband Sal owned Sal Franco’s Restaurant in Orchard Park, where Noreen worked in various positions. Noreen schedules the classes and manages day to day operations of the cooking school in West Seneca.

KIDS’ INSTRUCTOR LINDA DUNCANLinda Duncan comes to us as a cooking school assistant. Being a mother of 5 with many years of home schooling teaching experience, Linda will certainly add this knowledge to teaching kids classes, Scout program and parties in West Seneca.

CULINARY & KIDS INSTRUCTOR KAREN GOLDKaren is a cooking school assistant who has appeared on the Martha Stewart Show as a result of winning 1st Place for Polish Placek at the Buffalo Polish Heritage Festival. She’s gone on to win additional 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons for various other Polish dishes. She was selected as The Buffalo News Cook of the Month for preparing authentic Mexican cuisine which she learned while living in South Texas for 23 years. Karen has won numerous other blue, red, and white ribbons at the Erie County Fair in canning and double crust pies. Karen will also be teaching some of the Future Chef classes in West Seneca.

KIDS INSTRUCTOR JUDY HANDzLIKJudy is our Instructor for the children’s array of classes, special need groups and kid’s classes. Judy has worked as a pre-school teacher, as well as a Day Camp Instructor for 25 years. Judy brings with her many new and refreshing ideas for the classes, as well as a love and understanding of working with these age groups. Judy writes the kids menus, teaches the scout programs and hosts birthday parties, as well.

EXECUTIVE CHEF THAM INDRALINGAM (INDY)Born in Sri Lanka, Indy has been a chef for over 30 years. He has worked for the Marriott, Holiday Inn and DoubleTree by Hilton where he was the executive chef. He brings the flavors of the Exotic East. Please welcome Indy to our cooking school!

CULINARY INSTRUCTOR JEANNETTE KREHERRJeannette enjoys traveling throughout the uS and the World eating local cuisine then trying new recipes using a variety of spices. She appears on AM Buffalo preparing egg recipes and talking about eggs. Jeannette has worked as a demonstrator/presenter/instructor with adult and children for a variety of companies and hopes to share her love of cooking, ethnic food and use of spices to enhance your palate. Jeannette also fills in teaching birthday parties/scouts in Amherst & West Seneca.

CULINARY INSTRUCTOR ROSE ANN ROSSRose Ann was the owner of her own restaurant, Rigatoni’s, located on Delaware Ave. in Kenmore from 1986-1996. Her quick, uncomplicated recipes will enhance your own cooking abilities, as well as her flair for table decorating. Rose Ann specializes in hands on classes, which she makes entertaining as well as educating!

CULINARY INSTRUCTOR SUSAN VERNONSusan started as one of our Amherst cooking school assistants and comes from a long line of family cooks. Although second generation Italian, Susan is a self-proclaimed food explorer. She seeks out different cooking techniques from all the different cultures of the world. Her motto is anything can be prepared with the proper technique and ingredients

Class Registration

Registration is Easy and Convenient!We are able to take payment over the phone using your credit card. To register for a cooking class at either our Amherst TOPS or West Seneca TOPS, please note the following:

To register by phone:

• Call the TOPS Cooking School in Amherst at 716-515-2000 or the TOPS Cooking School in West Seneca at 716-517-3006.

• You must provide a credit card number and expiration date to register by phone using your credit card. Card cannot be debit only — card must have a VISA/MasterCard/American Express/Discover logo. Please have your credit card ready when calling. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOuR CREDIT CARD INFORMATION ON OuR VOICEMAIL. We will call you back promptly for your payment information.

• The best way to register for classes is to call The Cooking School.

Registration is easy. Just call The Cooking School that you want to attend or stop by during the day when shopping, and we will be glad to register you.

We discourage paying for classes ahead of time in the event the class is not held. Your credit card will not be charged until two business days ahead of the class. If you wish to pay by cash the day of the class, please tell us when registering so your credit card is not charged.

Pre-registration for all classes is recommended at least five days in advance, as the class may be full or canceled for low attendance after that time.

Cancellation Policy• If you cannot attend a class, you may send a substitute in your place, except for

Your Health classes. The substitute must bring their health insurance card or they will be charged for the class.

• TOPS reserves the right to change any menu or instructor or to cancel any class at their discretion. The Cooking School will attempt to notify students of cancellations.

• In order to better prepare for our classes and to better serve our customers, we now require three business days’ advance notice if you cannot attend a class, or your credit card will be charged. No refunds will be made after that time. Just call The Cooking School and leave your name and the date of the class you are canceling. We will call to confirm. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

Both schools are handicapped accessible.

Register Early!Some classes fill quickly and others may not be held due to low registration.


Grace HanusinRegional Cooking School Manager3980 Maple Road / N. BaileyAmherst, NY 14226716-515-2000

Noreen MalliaCooking School Coordinator355 Orchard Park RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224716-517-3006

General Information and EtiquetteIn hands-on participation classes, students should wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes. You may not wear open-toe shoes or sandals. This is for your protection and safety. We provide full-length bib aprons for use during class.

Please silence all cell phones and pagers when classes are in session. Please keep talking to a minimum so that others may hear the instructors during class. Small children are not allowed in adult classes. If you need to use your cell phone, please exit The Cooking School while talking. We appreciate your cooperation as we strive to give you the best classes possible.

Calling all Chefs/Cooks! Do you have a culinary background? Do you have an outgoing personality and a desire to teach? Tops Cooking Schools are currently looking for Chefs/ Cooks to teach cooking classes in Amherst and West Seneca. Culinary students are welcome! We offer a state of the art cooking school with Viking appliances, in a friendly atmosphere.

Please call Grace Hanusin, Cooking School Manager at 515.2000 for more information.

Attention Scout Leaders!The cooking school offers an approved Scout cooking program, from Daises to Cadetttes, which have been revised in accordance with the new scout program. What a fun way to work towards your cooking badges!

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july 15-18 10am-1:30pm

Camp 2 PreviewAugust 5--7, details in next calendar $25 for each day

LET’S EXPLORE August 5-7 10am-1pmLet’s go on an adventure with food. How does chemistry and baking connect? How did you get that from this? Top secret recipes unlocked. There will be fun experiments to do along with preparing your lunch!









Future Chefs Summer Camp 1Amherst and West Seneca Cooking SchoolsAges 7 & up

THE HUNGER GAMESTuesday, July 1-Thursday, July 3 10am-1pm each day$75 (YOu MuST COME ALL 3 DAYS)DAY 1 THE FORMAL DINNER DAY 2 LET THE GAMES BEGIN!DAY 3 THE FINAL CHAPTER

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