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December 2024

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TIME FOR TAMALES
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tamales are the quintessential specialty for this time of year. They are the best homemade with recipes that have been shared by families for years. Learn the methods & techniques for making them for yourself. Our lesson is fun, and we will share our family recipes. Come to learn Corunda Michoacanas (Small Triangul , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 2, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 3, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 3, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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SAUTE ROAST AND SAUCES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
If you enjoy cooking and want to learn more, join us for a class featuring these fundamentals. This class offers a wealth of information on each subject. Join us to learn Porketta (Pork Tenderloin Roasted with Seasoned Stuffing and wrapped in Bacon); Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon; Sautéed Steak with Garlic , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 4, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 5, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 5, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – DECEMBER 6
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Why not take time out of your busy schedule and enjoy a lesson and wonderful lunch that will let you relax and enjoy a culinary specialty you’ll want to make for yourself! This could be a great menu to use for the holidays! Enjoy our DEMONSTRATION of Grilled New York Steak & Shrimp Scampi with Asparagus in Puff Pas , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – DECEMBER 6
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate a special evening during the holiday season with your partner and be a team with a group of couples preparing a wonderful three course gourmet meal! As the preparation progresses everyone will sit down and enjoy the meal course by course, while served a sampling of wine. Each team chooses part of the meal to , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 7, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 7, 2:00 PM
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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POTATO AND VEGGIE ELEGANCE
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
Elevate your side dishes to center stage with a few new ideas and great recipes! This fun class teaches side dishes that are stand out compliments for any meal. Join in for a fun afternoon to make Asiago Phyllo wrapped Asparagus; Elegant Melting Potatoes with Garnish of Deep Fried Potato Roses; Patatas Bravas with Aiol , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 9, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 10, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 10, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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AIR FRYER FAVES
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Air fryers are a great new way to cook entire meals in a healthy, quick, closed environment. Substituting oil for frying is the first fun thing to learn. Using your air fryer for all types of cooking is also a method to cook a meal quickly. Learn how to use your air fryer in all the ways possible. Our air-fry menu is A , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 11, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 12, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 12, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – DECEMBER 13
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Take a moment to stop and enjoy a great lunch and lesson with recipes you will simply love! Invite a friend to join you and make it a lady’s lunch date! Relax and enjoy our DEMONSTRATION and let us serve you lunch! Our menu is Flat Iron Steak with Shallot-Mustard Sauce served with Brussels Sprout Gratin. Dessert is a h , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – DECEMBER 13
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$195.00
If you are a “foodie” join us with your partner for a special holiday inspired evening!  Our lesson is for couples who enjoy eating great food and preparing it as well. The three course gourmet meal will be served with a sampling of wine. Come have fun and learn Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Fresh Avocado & Bals , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 14, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 14, 2:00 PM
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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RING IT IN
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
Get ready now for a great New Year’s Eve celebration! Invite your friends to the best food anywhere with this smart, delicious finger food menu! This buffet will be stunning with Elegant Holiday Bruschetta (Mascarpone, Crispy Prosciutto, Figs, Arugula,); Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Garlic Bread Dippers; Caramelized Shal , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 17, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 17, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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ENTERTAIN IN STYLE
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Here is a menu with great variety, easy preparations and impressive presentations! Create a memorable occasion with your culinary genius! Come have fun and learn Cream of Brie Soup; Crabmeat Crostini with Chives and Crème Fraîche; Endive and Pear Salad with Gorgonzola Cream Dressing; Beef Wellington; Gourmet Orzo ̶ , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 18, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 19, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 19, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – DECEMBER 20
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
At this busy time of year, for everyone and a perfect time to take an hour out to relax and enjoy a great meal, shared with a friend! It could be a way to connect and share a holiday experience & inspired meal. Enjoy a DEMONSTRATION of Sauteed Pork Medallions with Leeks in Mustard-Chive Sauce, served with Roasted R , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – DECEMBER 20
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with your special person! Treat yourselves to an evening as part of a group of couples preparing a gourmet holiday meal. Be part of a fun class and enjoy a sampling of wines served with the meal. Our lesson is Smoked Gouda, Gruyere, & Caramelized Onion Panini Bite Amuse and fresh Crab, Tomato , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 21, 9:30 AM
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 21, 2:00 PM
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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HOLIDAY COOKIES – DECEMBER 23, 6:30 PM
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come for a fun three-hour class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time, you come make them and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16-18 dozen Cookies. We , ...
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CLOSED – CHRISTMAS DAY
All Day
Dear Friends, As the holiday season fills the air with warmth and joy, we at Sweet Basil Gourmet want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones. May your Christmas be filled with love, laughter, and delicious moments shared with family and friends. We are incredibly grateful for your co , ...
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KIDS COOK DINNER
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Ok kids, it’s your turn to cook dinner for your family! If you are aged eight or above, we hope you can join us for a fun morning of cooking with some great recipes! Our lesson is Cheese Enchiladas; Sauteed Turkey Meatballs in Cranberry Sauce; Oven Fried Chicken Tenders with Taco Ranch Dip; Garlic Butter Steak and Pota , ...
SOUTHWEST SPLENDOR
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The cuisine of the Southwest is unlike any other. Packed with flavors and using a wide range of ingredients, the flavors are dynamic with Chilies and Spices native to the region. Come learn and experience the dynamics with this lesson of Tortilla Soup; Tlayudas (Oaxacan Quesadillas); Pan-Roasted Chicken with Mole Sauce , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – DECEMBER 27
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Now that the holidays are in the rear-view mirror, we can slow down, relax and enjoy a little pampering with this cooking class DEMONSTRATION. Join us for a delightful lunch of Italian Style Rich & Creamy Tomato Bisque, Homemade Spinach and Cheese Ravioli with Homemade Meat Sauce and a light Salad with Italian Dres , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – DECEMBER 27
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
A gift of a reservation to this great class could be a big hit on Christmas Day! No matter how you get here, the experience promises to be unforgettable. Couples will work as a team to prepare a gourmet three course meal. Come and join us for warm Cheese & Mushroom Toasts; Endive, Pear, & Roquefort Salad, serve , ...
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MACARONS
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
These sweet little French cookies are perfect for celebrations of all types. The lesson teaches all the steps in making and baking them perfectly. Come for a fun morning of baking to learn everything you need to in order to make these specialty French Cookes perfectly every time. Our lesson is Dark Chocolate Truffle wi , ...
TREASURED THAI
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
There are so many things to love about Thai food! The intense wonderful flavors, fresh Veggies, light Broth and Noodles. Learn how to make it for yourself in this class. Our fabulous menu is Thai Coconut Soup; Pork Lettuce Wraps; Pad See Ew (Stir-Fried Pad Thai Noodles with Chicken & Broccolini); Stir-Fried Thai-St , ...
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PASTA PARTNERS
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Learning to make Pasta from scratch is one of the most pleasurable experiences of cooking. Fresh Pasta is not like anything you can purchase at the market. It is easy to make with a little know how and a pasta machine! Come join in the fun to learn a variety of shapes and sizes. Our lesson is Our lesson is Sicilian Pas , ...
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WOK ON
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
There are so many great things about using a Wok. It brings together all the great Asian flavors of Sauces, Spices and Asian ingredients. It provides a means of cooking a meal using only one pot and it is quick and easy! Come for a fun and interesting lesson to learn and add these recipes to your repertoire. We will ma , ...
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PLANT BASED COOKING
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
This class will deliver a lesson of  great meal ideas made with foods that are all plant based. The recipes are nutritious and packed with flavor! Come for an inspiring lesson to enjoy Raw Beet & Carrot Noodle Salad with Almond-Sesame Dressing; Oven-Fried Gobi Manchurian (Battered Cauliflower with a Salty-Sweet Sau , ...
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LUNCH AND LEARN – JANUARY 3
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$50.00
Why not treat yourself to a great lunch and cooking lesson? This hour long DEMONSTRATION teaches a menu that will be loved every time you serve it! Come to learn Porcini rubbed New York Steak Slices over Garlicky Melting Potatoes, served with Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese & Bacon Crumbles. Dessert will be Elegant Tr , ...
GOURMET COUPLES – JANUARY 3
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$195.00
Come for a night out where you and your partner will be part of a group of couples creating an amazing three course meal! This menu you can easily prepare at home for friends. Come to make Dirty Martini Deviled Eggs amuse and Greek Salad with Romaine, Feta, Tomato, Artichoke Hearts, Cucumber and Balsamic Vinaigrette, s , ...
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COOKING WITH INA
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
$105.00
Ina Garten is one of the most loved of the celebrity chefs! Her recipes are always perfect, are easy to prepare and have the most amazing flavors! In this class we’ll work with her recipes to create a well rounded menu of Ina Favorites! Come be with us to prepare Cauliflower Toasts with White Bean Tuscan Soup; Ina̵ , ...
THAI TREASURES
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$105.00
It’s no wonder Thai food is a favorite cuisine everywhere; enjoyed for its variety, interesting spices and pairing of fresh ingredients. Here you can learn to create it for yourself to enjoy at home. Join us for a great lesson of Thai Rice Soup; Spicy Thai Basil Chicken; Pad Thai with Shrimp; Beef Satay with Peanut Sau , ...

SWEET BASIL CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY

If you must cancel a class, with a week or more notice, we can give you credit for another class up or refund the amount. Up to 72 hours before the class, we can give you credit for another class. No refunds or credit can be given for cancellations less than 72 hours before a class. There are no refunds for Kids and Teens classes or series classes. Credit for other classes can be given with 72 hours’ notice for cancellations.

HOLIDAY COOKIE CLASSES CANCELLATION POLICY

There are no refunds for cookie class cancellations. If you cannot attend a class, you may send someone in your place.