Our classes are enjoyed by men and women of all levels
and are held in our new, beautifully renovated, well‑equipped teaching
kitchen in Alexandria, Virginia. A
variety of international cuisines are featured including Italian, Spanish,
Thai, Mexican and Mediterranean.
Included are clear, easy to follow recipes emphasizing technique and
creativity and a complete dinner with wine or traditional drink is served. We feature an organic culinary herb and
vegetable garden that provides fresh-picked ingredients for class and for
students' home cooking. Classes meet for
about 3 hours. Come join the fun!
Visit our website: judyharris.com
COUPLES – WINE AND DINE IN ITALY TONIGHT
Friday, September 29 7pm $150
By popular demand! Bring along your favorite partner -
friend, colleague, spouse, or parent - for a great evening of cooking and fun
together: Hot Bagna Cauda Garlic Fondue
with Assorted Vegetables from Piedmonte, Linguini with Shrimp, Lemon and
Chives, Seared Rib Eye Steaks with Rosemary, Balsamic Vinegar and Arugula,
Basil Mashed Potatoes and Autumn Pear Almond Crisp with Drizzled Cream.
Participation.
EVERYDAY COOKING TECHNIQUES 101
Wednesday, October 4 7pm $75
By popular demand! Have fun preparing a full course dinner
while learning lifetime skills of planning, shopping, using knives and
equipment and pretty presentations: Speedy Orange Glazed Chicken Tenders with
Caramelized Bananas, Crispy Oven Fried Potatoes, Baby Spinach Salad with Garlic
Honey Dressing and Magic Cookie Ice Cream Sundae with Chocolate, Coconut and
Walnuts. Perfect for novice and intermediate cooks. Participation.
FESTIVE THAI DINNER MADE EASY
Tuesday, October 10 7pm $75
Students rave about our Thai dinners: Tropical Mango Rum
Daiquiris, Crispy Shrimp in Sweet Sour Sauce, Stir Fried
Rice Noodles with Seared Chicken and Sweet Red Pepper, Thai Velvet Green
Seafood Curry with Shrimp, Scallops and Asian Vegetables, Fragrant Jasmine
Rice, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sundae Sensation with Raspberry Sauce, Whipped
Cream and Coconut Cookies. Explore Thai ingredients, techniques, shopping hints
and Washington's top Thai restaurants. Participation.
SPANISH TAPAS HORS D’OEUVRES PARTY II
Friday, October 13 7 pm $75
Students say this is one of their favorite classes! Introduce your friends to the unique tastes of Spanish hors d'oeuvres popularized locally by Jaleo and Las Tapas Restaurants. Savor an array of fun prepare-ahead dishes from the famous Tapas bars of Spain: Chicken in Garlic Saffron Sauce, Chorizo with Roasted Red Peppers, Shrimp in Red Sauce, Potato Tortilla, Pan-Roasted Hazelnuts, Jumbo Shrimp Glazed with Garlic Aioli and more. Taste a variety of fine Sherries- the perfect Tapas complement. No prerequisite. Perfect for holiday parties. Participation.
MEDITERRANEAN MADNESS BUFFET
Wednesday, October 18 7pm $75
Join us for a spectacular all prepare-ahead Mediterranean
feast. It's light, colorful and bursting with fresh garden flavors: Flaky
Phyllo Feta and Mint Tiropetes, Popular Hummus with Pita
Chips, Tomato and Parsley Tabouli Salad, Grilled Arabian Spiced Kofta Kabobs
with Garlic Sauce, Greek Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes, Feta and Ouzo and a
Surprise Six-Dessert Buffet. Participation.
ITALIAN QUICK GOURMET
Friday, October 27 7pm $75
Everyone loves Italian, especially when it’s quick and easy. Dine in Italy with these sumptuous dishes, each ready to serve in 15 minutes or less. Serve one or two for a week night dinner or all six for a memorable dinner party: Glazed Scampi With Orange Rosemary Sauce, Linguini in Pistachio Mascarpone Sauce, Luscious Velvet Lemon Chicken Piccata With Capers, Rapini and Garlic Sauté, Decadent Ice Cream Tartuffo With Warm Chocolate Sauce, and After Dinner Flaming Sambuca. Participation.
FAST MEALS IN MINUTES
Friday, November 3 7pm $75
You asked for it! Fun, fast and delicious meals for super busy people.
We'll prepare an inspiring variety of meals using meats, colorful vegetables,
poultry, seafood/fish, pastas, salads and desserts. Includes speedy techniques,
shopping hints and pantry essentials. What a pleasure to whip up quick dinners
and dine at home. Perfect for all levels. Class fills fast. Demonstration.
FAST AND FRESH FISH
Thursday, November 9 7pm $75
Fish is more popular than ever with its exquisite taste, quick prep and health benefits. Students learn four easy fish cooking techniques and delectable interchangeable sauces: Elegant Salmon Scaloppini with Tart Orange Shallot Sauce, Perfect Poached Shrimp for Salads and Shrimp Cocktail, Grilled or Roasted Swordfish with Mango Salsa and Charred Tortillas, and Pan Seared Fillets with Sweet Red Pepper Caper Sauce. Discover the best seafood markets, evaluate freshness, and learn creative menu and wine suggestions. Demonstration.
NEW HOLIDAY PARTY HORS D’OEUVRES
Wednesday, November 15 7 pm $75
Entertain this holiday season
with our all new super collection of prepare-ahead hot and cold treats: Hot
Pepper Jelly Cheesecake, Skewered Caribbean Meatballs with Sweet Sour Apricot
Dip, Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple in Peanut Sauce, Spicy Candied Pecans, Sesame
Crisps with Arugula Bean Dip, Artichoke Parmigiano Gratin with Blue Tortilla
Chips and more. Your friends will think your party was catered! Learn pretty
platter presentations, garnishing tips, easy shopping hints and much more.
Participation.
COUPLES- FESTIVE DINNER PARTY
Friday, November 17 7 pm $150
Bring along your favorite partner - friend, colleague,
spouse, or parent - for a great evening of cooking and fun together: Bubbling
French Bistro Onion Soup with Cheese and Croutons, Stunning Roasted Pork
Tenderloin with Fruits and Herbs, Confetti Brown Rice Pilaf, Mixed Baby Greens
Salad with Honey Lime Dressing and Grandma's Make-Ahead Chocolate Ice Box Cake
with Hot Fudge Drizzle. Participation.
HOLIDAY VIRGINIA COUNTRY RESTAURANT TOUR
Monday, November 20 7 pm $75
Sit back and relax as we tour Virginia's
top country restaurants, creating a full course holiday dinner featuring specialties
from their renowned chefs: Cream of
Green Herb Soup from The Inn at Little Washington (Patrick O'Connell), Cracked
Peppercorn Roasted Loin of Pork with Roasted Walnut Sauce from The Trellis in
Williamsburg (Marcel Desaulniers), Shallot Green Beans from L'Auberge Chez
Francois (Francois and Jacques Haeringer), Romaine, Grapefruit and Stilton
Salad with Port Wine Vinaigrette from The Trellis and To Die For Peanut Butter
Crumble Pie from Buckhorn Inn. Toasted with special wines. Demonstration.
MEXICAN FIESTA DINNER
Wednesday, November 29 7 pm $75
Bring in the mariachi band and celebrate with our festive feed‑a‑crowd feast: Colorful Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas, Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas with Homemade Roasted Green Chili Sauce, Sunny Yellow Fiesta Rice with Pine Nuts, Kahlua Brownies with Cinnamon Sauce, Frosty Mexican Beers and Tequila Slammers. Olé! Participation.
COUPLES- EASY & ELEGANT CELEBRATION DINNER
Friday, December 1 7pm $150
By popular demand! Bring along your favorite partner-friend, colleague, spouse, or parent for a great evening of cooking and fun together. 'Tis the season to celebrate! You're guaranteed rave reviews with this smash hit: Kir Royale (Champagne and Cassis Aperitif), Steak Au Poivre with Peppercorn and Cognac Sauce, Surprise Garlic Potatoes, Winter Salad of Greens, Mushrooms, Walnuts and Sherry Dressing, and Meringue Praline Cake Flambé. Participation.
FABULOUS FIRESIDE FONDUES
Tuesday, December 5 7pm $75
Dip into the new Millennium with these exciting updated fondue
combinations. For easy entertaining or casual family dinners anywhere:
fireside, in the open air or watching T.V. These versatile appetizer, main
course and dessert fondues include: Italian Garlic Fondue dipped with Shrimp
and Vibrant Vegetables, Classic Swiss Gruyere Fondue dipped with Broccoli,
Prosciutto and Rustic Bread, Tropical Spicy Peanut Fondue dipped with
Pineapple, Shrimp Chips and Smoked Chicken, Southwestern Monterey Jack Fondue
dipped with Tostados and Meatballs and a special Mystery Dessert Fondue.
Participation.
WARMING WINTER SOUPS
Soup for supper is a light, healthy alternative for chilly
winters. Warm up the crowd with these delicious do-aheads: French Country
Carrot, Maryland Crab with Sweet Red Pepper and Sherry, Velvety Leek and Potato
and Chunky Italian Minestrone with Pasta. Miniature Corn Muffins, attractive
garnishes, creative variations and an all-purpose chicken stock included. This
is part one in a series of three. Participation.
THAI DINNER MADE EASY
Monday, December 11 7pm $75
Students rave about our authentic yummy Thai dinners.
Thrill your family and friends with this mostly prepare-ahead feast: Shrimp and
Lemon Grass Soup, Velvet Yellow Curry with Colorful Vegetables, Sweet and Sour
Chicken with Pineapple, Fragrant Jasmine Rice, Speedy Macadamia Nut Tart with
Ginger Ice Cream and Frosty Beer. Explore Thai ingredients, techniques,
shopping hints and Washington's top Thai restaurants. Participation.
WINE AND DINE IN TUSCANY TONIGHT
Tuesday, December 19 7pm $75
We roamed the Tuscan hills dotted with silver olive trees, we savored the local wine at our favorite oratorio and easily fell in love with the friendly Italians and their food: Roasted Portabella Mushrooms with Mixed Greens, Hearty Tuscan Bean Soup, Tagliatelle (Pasta) with Basil, Garlic Slivers and Gorgonzola Sauce, and The World’s Best Tiramisu dessert. Vegetarians welcome. Participation.
KNIFE TECHNIQUES
Monday, January 8 7pm $75
By popular demand! Knife skills are the cook’s single most important technique. Learning how to select, sharpen and use knives can speed up your food preparation and give you that “master chef” feeling! Discover professional chef techniques we learned cooking in two Georgetown restaurants. We’ll practice proper techniques to slice, dice, mince, roll cut and julienne colorful vegetables and fruits. Learn many garnishes including tomato roses. We’ll prepare and serve several fun dishes. Bring knives and large cutting board if available. Great for all levels! Vegetarians, welcome! Participation.
MARGARITAVILLE PARTYTIME DINNER
Sunday, January 14 5pm $75
Celebrate the spirit of Jimmy Buffet's fun loving
Margaritaville with lip smacking Florida specialties and lively music.
Guaranteed to turn cold dreary January into sun-drenched fun: Pink Margaritas
and Pina Coladas, Warm Garlic Bubble Bread, Real Coconut Shrimp Dipped in
Apricot Horseradish Sauce, Succulent Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Roasted Sweet
Potato Fries, refreshing Toasted Coconut Snowball Key Lime Ice Cream and more.
Dress like a beach bum in flip flops, or be a flowered shirt/dress tourist.
Participation.
PIZZA! PIZZA! PIZZA!
Wednesday, January 24 7pm $75
Everybody raves about our homemade pizzas. Indulge in our unique White
Pizza with a Garlicky Cheese Sauce and our Fresh Tomato Sauce Pizza, thick or
thin crusted with luscious toppings. Discover the easy pan method or simulate
an Italian brick oven. Make your own yeasty dough in class to take home for two
pizzas. Pizzas include: Caramelized Onion, Sausage and Rosemary; Crusty White
Pizza with Garlic; Neapolitan from Naples; and much more. Includes time saving
hints and fun pizza party ideas. Perfect for the whole family, including
vegetarians. Bring a medium bowl, wooden spoon and an Italian accent.
Participation.
GIFT
CERTIFICATES
A popular and unique gift
for friends, family, and colleagues who love great food! Attractive gift certificates are available
for a specific class or in any dollar amount.
Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, weddings, anniversaries, and house
gifts. Visit judyharris.com for a speedy request.
ABOUT THE TEACHER: Judy Harris' classes have been featured in The Washingtonian Magazine, Alexandria Port Packet/Gazette, The Journal, The Washington Post, Crystal City Etc. and Better Homes and Gardens. She is a popular cooking instructor in her twenty-eighth year of teaching. She has offered classes with the Fairfax County Adult Education Program, Bloomingdale's, Williams-Sonoma, Fresh Fields and Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine. She established a successful bakery stand at the Old Town Alexandria Farmer's Market and has cooked for two Georgetown restaurants -- The American Café and The Big Cheese. She has earned two diplomas at L'Academie de Cuisine where she also has taught, and has studied French Regional Cuisine in Paris at LaVarenne. She earned the title of Certified Culinary Professional of the International Association of Culinary Professionals. She made her television debut with several shows on "Metropolitan Magazine."
PRIVATE CLASSES: Over the years students have arranged memorable classes for unique birthday parties, corporate team building venues, alumni, gourmet and garden clubs, bachelorettes and going away dinners, singles and couples events, etc. Twelve-student minimum. You choose the menu and date. We do the rest.
RAVE REVIEWS: Enthusiastic students are requesting extra class schedules to share with their co-workers, friends, neighbors and families. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We love referrals! Just call us or ask in class for extra schedules to help spread the word or see our web site, judyharris.com
REGISTER: Please send check with registration form below. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No notification is given unless a class is already full. Hurry! Classes fill fast! Next brochure will be February 2007.
CANCELLATIONS: In order to receive a refund or credit for another class, students must give at least 7 full days notice of cancellation by telephone only. You may send a friend in your place. There are absolutely no exceptions.
NOTE: A participation style class may occasionally be changed to a demonstration style or vice versa.
WANTED -- CLASS ASSISTANTS: Seeking two additional assistants in exchange for free classes. Must be a neat, organized, efficient, quick paced, experienced cook, available 2-3 times a month generally from October 1 - February 2007, with a flexible schedule, available from 6 P.M. to approximately 11 P.M. Please call Judy at (703) 768-3767 for an application as soon as possible.
REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!!