C2 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Tuesday, December 21, 1999 rs is Oakville's first studio dedkated to the art of cooking. For seven years, Chef Michael Kifip of Paradiso Restaurant has held reaeational classes and due to their popularity, the Studkt was developed. Whether you are a complete novice or an advanced amateur, Nonna's will make you feel at home in your kitchen. We offer demonstrations and hands-on classes that will teach you the skils and reveal the secrets of our kitchen, giving you the confidence to share and enjoy the passion of food. STUDIO NONNA'S WINTER LINE UP~ M E D IT E R R A N E A NS E R IE S Studio Nonna's presents our favourite culinary centre -- The Mediterranean. We ml feature the colourful and savory foods of Italy, Greece, Spain and France. Individual classes: $75 per person. Series: $270 per person. Italy - W ednesday, January 12 Pasta Fagidi -- Every region in Italy has their own version of this soup. Bucatini A HMatricana -- Bucatini in a tomatoe sauce made with vine ripe tomatoes. Spaghetti Alla Carbonara-- Tra ditional with eggs and prosciutto. Mushroom Risotto -- Risotto with a variety of mushrooms. Brasriole -- Meat roulades, the sauce that results in the braising is superb over pasta. Torta di Mandorle -- End the meal with a sweet almond cake. Greece - W ednesday, January 19 Spiced Olives -- A simple and elegant appetizer. Sagandci -- Fried Cheese. This dish takes its name from the pan in which it's cooked. Psari Spetsiotika -- Impeccably fresh fish, vine ripened tomatoes and quality bread crumbs. Moussaka -- C lassic casserole. Boldova -- FSo pastry with nuts. Span - W ednesday, January 26 Po-Amb Tomoquet -- Grilled bread with tomato, a Spanish version of bruscetta. Morre Terra -- A classic Catalan chicken and shrimp dish in a fragrant tomato sauce with a picoda of almonds and gadk. Acelgas con Pasas y Pinones -- Spinach with raisins and pine nuts. Sangria -- A taste of summer in January. We will prepare this special recipe so it con be enjoyed during the meal. Crema Catolana -- Caramelized Custard. A slky dessert served in almost every restaurant in Barcelona. France - W ednesday, February 2 Celeri Remoulode -- A refreshing appetizer of celery root in mustard dressing. Soup a I'onion gratinee -- French onion soup. Fond Blonc de Volale -- dear chicken stock -- the foundation of French cooking. Modes Mariniere -- Mussels with white wine. Coq au Vin -- Chicken in red wine sauce. Tarte oux Pommes -- Thin crust apple tart. HANDS-ON SERIES Saturday or Wednesday from 10 am. to 1 pm. put on your apron and work with Michael in his kitchen. This month we will feature: Eoch doss is $75 per person or all three for $270 p.p. W ed. Jan 12th or Sat. Jan. 15th-- lnads-- There is nothing like the aroma of bread baking. Learn six breod recipes induding Egg, Pumpernickel and Three-Coloured Fococcia. W ed. Jan. 19 or Sat. Jan. 22ih I... G ourmet Phzas-- Healthy, delicious and unique pizza ideas. Featuring Paradiso's thin crust, whole wheat pizza dough recipe and a classic, deep dish pizza. In the oven or on the gril. Explore traditional and unique toppings. W ed. Jan. 26th or Sat. Jan. 29thJSeqs-- Comfort is a bowl of homemade soup. Learn to make a variety of soups induding Paradiso's Butternut Squash, savory White bean and bacon, healthy Tuscan Vegetable and colourful Roasted Red Pepper Soups. W ed. Feb. 2nd or Sat. Feb. Stk-Swoots, Sweets m i Pastry-- Learn what to do with puff pastry, how to make strudel dough and the famous Creme Brulee along with other treats such as Ice Parfait and an Almond Chocolate Torte. Paradiso 'Cooking should never intimidate. There are no nistakes, onlv experiences. Cooking is about pleasure and awakening all your senses." Julia Hanna One Convenient Location: 1 2 5 Lakeshore · 338-1 m Call Paradiso H ta s k Br o n t e C ofjfteo ennwm 4 Pieces Bacon, 3 Eggs ................$2 .9 9 Super Combos . . .from $2 .9 8 to $4 .9 8 FRESH DELI & Seniors Discount 10% i Donut 30 OP j I Big Muffin 40* With this coupon and the purchase of any size coffee or drink A I I I CoffeeTim e tP e are East St. Lakeshore Rd. W. | -; CoffeeTime Marine Dr. and part-tim e help 2298 Lakeshore Rd. W. (905) 465-0857