Bring the flavors of the Mediterranean right into your own kitchen with this lively Cook-Along Experience! Under the guidance of an instructor with over 45 years of experience in Mediterranean cuisine—and a proud descendant of Spartans—you’ll learn how to craft a full-flavored mouthwatering chicken gyro meal that will transport your taste buds straight to Greece. Together we’ll create tender perfectly seasoned chicken gyro made indoors, along with cool and refreshing traditional tzatziki, golden oven-roasted Greek lemon potatoes, soft and pillowy homemade pita bread, and full flavored drizzle and salad dressings. With step-by-step instruction, you’ll discover how to bring the vibrant, fresh, and unforgettable taste of Greece to your own table—no plane ticket required! A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDF packet to be received by participants after the class. Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together.

Skip the stove and keep your kitchen cool this summer with this fast, fresh and flavorful at-home cook-along! Learn to make delicious Chicken Burrito Bowls using the Instant Pot® or any other electric multi-cooker, and Chef Tess’ personal recipe--perfect for a quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly meal. Cook along in real-time as you build culinary confidence, and discover how easy it is to create a crowd-pleasing dinner with minimal heat and maximum flavor. Handy Instant Pot® tips and tricks for use and care will also be shared! Come join the fun! What are you waiting for? Required: Instant Pot® or any other electric multi-cooker. Access to a computer (or smartphone) with the internet.While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Participants receive a list of ingredients to be purchased prior to class. Class fee includes family members living full-time in the same home. DISH IT UP GOOD with Chef Tess Instructor Bio Tess Georgakopoulos, known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist,” brings over 45 years of cooking and baking experience. Raised in a Greek family where food is an expression of love, she learned alongside her chef father creating traditional, hands-on meals. Today, Chef Tess continues to explore new recipes and techniques in her test kitchen, delivering creative, high-quality culinary experiences to communities across Minnesota and beyond.

Keep your kitchen cool while creating big, bold flavor! In this hands-on at-home cook-along, you’ll make Chef Tess’ version of the incredible Butter Chicken—rich, warmly spiced, and melt-in-your-mouth tender—thanks to the magic of the Instant Pot® (or any other electric multi-cooker). You will also create soft, pillowy homemade naan to go with it. This class is perfect for learning how to create a quick, nutritious, economical summer meal while building your culinary confidence and repertoire. Handy Instant Pot® tips and tricks for use and care will also be shared! Come join the fun!Required: Instant Pot® or any other electric multi-cooker. A stand mixer with dough hook attachment is recommended for naan. If a stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. Access to a computer (or smartphone) with the internet. DISH IT UP GOOD with Chef Tess Instructor Bio Tess Georgakopoulos, known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist,” brings over 45 years of cooking and baking experience. Raised in a Greek family where food is an expression of love, she learned alongside her chef father creating traditional, hands-on meals. Today, Chef Tess continues to explore new recipes and techniques in her test kitchen, delivering creative, high-quality culinary experiences to communities across Minnesota and beyond.

Bring vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your summertime gatherings! Mezze—an assortment of small bites, dips, and shareable dishes—is perfect for crowd-pleasing summer entertaining. On the Mezze Menu: Mediterranean Kebabi; full flavored/seasoned ground meat skewers with Greek Drizzle Dressing, Tiropitakia; Phyllo wrapped savory cheese triangles, accompanied by Tzatziki; Savory Greek Yogurt Dip, and Greek hummus, in addition to homemade Pita Bread! Learn how to make, wrap, present, and plate these delicious wonders with a wonderful Greek Salad.Required: Equipment Needs: Food processor for making the humus, stand mixer with dough hook attachment for the pita bread. Access to a computer (or smartphone) with the internet. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Participants receive a list of ingredients to be purchased prior to class. Class fee includes family members living full-time in the same home. DISH IT UP GOOD with Chef Tess Instructor Bio Tess Georgakopoulos, known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist,” brings over 45 years of cooking and baking experience. Raised in a Greek family where food is an expression of love, she learned alongside her chef father creating traditional, hands-on meals. Today, Chef Tess continues to explore new recipes and techniques in her test kitchen, delivering creative, high-quality culinary experiences to communities across Minnesota and beyond.