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October • November • December • 2011

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October, November & Decemberat the Cooking School

Message from the ManagerWelcome to the holiday edition of

the Cooking School newsletter. I

like to think of this newsletter as

the “family newsletter,” as this

is the months when families get

together; young and old, near and

far, to celebrate the holidays.

And how do we celebrate? With food as the focal point,

of course! Let the Cooking School classes help you with

party planning, gather new menus and recipes to share

with family and friends! We offer wine and beer pairings,

and hands on classes for adults. We have all new “Health

classes” to get you through these times of parties and

family gatherings, so you can forgo that dreaded “diet”

come January.

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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Eat well and stay fit this holiday season. We offer an array of health-related classes for both adults and children. These classes are taught by Registered Dieticians; they have a wealth of information to give you, and the classes are covered in part by most local health insurances. We begin by continuing our Family Cooks Together series, Healthy Heart, as well as risk factors for Diabetes. 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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This time of year is a magical time, especially for kids. They dream of ghosts and goblins, turkeys and pumpkin pie, outdoor fun in the snow, then coming in for hot chocolate and cookies. While they see the hustle and bustle the holiday season brings, they want to play a part in it all. The Cooking School has some great holiday classes planned for them, including making their own holiday delights and gingerbread houses! This year why not let the visions of sugar plums dancing in their heads come true, by coming to the Cooking School, where we will help them learn skills to last a lifetime of holidays!

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Take some time out of your busy schedule this season by signing up for a class or two. We offer wine, beer pairings, hands on and demonstration classes, along with generous samplings of all prepared recipes! We have great ideas for holiday planning, from appetizers to elegant meals, to some mouthwatering desserts! It’s a great way to get new recipes, make new friends, and get into the holiday spirit!

Also please join us for our annual Holiday dinner, where one of our great chefs will be preparing a holiday feast before your eyes, and serving it buffet style, including a wine toast!

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October, November & Decemberat the Cooking School

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These 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 aller-gies with substitutions. Children with long hair, please tie it back before class. Please have child wear sneakers for safety reasons; please bring if wearing boots.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.

Halloween Boo Fest Saturday, October 29, 10-11:30 am$13 per childHave a “terror-ific” time this Halloween at the Tops Cooking School. Our menu is frightful yet delightful to make. Goblin Burgers, Spooky Spider Snacks, Pumpkin Dip and Fruit Slices, Witches Brew and a take home craft –“Magical Wizard Hats”

Happy Turkey Day Saturday, November 26, 10 -11:30 am$13 per childLittle Chefs will gobble up these recipes for a very special time of thanks! Turkey Noodle Soup, Sloppy Toms, Individual Apple Crisp, Turkey Trot Trail Mix

Holiday Gifts for GivingSaturday, December 17, 10 am-12 pm$15 per child (sorry, no coupons taken)Nothing is more special than getting a homemade gift from little ones. Little Chefs and parents will work together preparing gifts that are fun to make a delicious to eat. Mini Chips Snowball Cookies, No Bake Cherry Crisps, Holiday Wands, Edible Wreath Ornament, Rain Deer Sandwiches, Cranberry Festive Sparkler

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$5 Mini Classes

for Kids!

Halloween TreatsInstructor Deb Witul, Amherst • Instructor Judy Handzlik, West SenecaSaturday, October 22, 10-10:30 am OR 11-11:30am $5 per childSpooky Spiders, Ghoul’s Punch

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble!Instructor Deb Witul, Amherst • Instructor Judy Handzlik, West SenecaSaturday, November 19, 10-10:30 am OR 11-11:30am $5 per childTom Turkey Gobbler, Frozen Apple Slushies

Holiday DelightsInstructor Deb Witul, Amherst • Instructor Judy Handzlik, West SenecaSaturday, December 10, 10-10:30 am OR 11-11:30am $5 per childPopcorn Candy Tree, Hot Chocolate

Come join in the fun with our ½ hour classes, where you cook up an “eat it or take it” delightful treat just for you!

Kids of all ages are welcome to come.Pre-registration is needed, no coupons taken with these classes,

please choose the time you prefer when signing up.

For children this young, only one parent or guardian per child is allowed 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 Instructor Deb Witul, Amherst • Culinary Instructor Judy Handzlik, West Seneca

LITTLE CHEFS HoLIDay Camp Tuesday, December 27, 10 am-12 pm$15 per child (sorry, no coupons taken)“Weather” there is snow on the ground or not, Little Chefs will have heaps of fun making these recipes. Mini Chicken Fingers, Baked Veggie Pouches, Sun Tanned Snowman, Silly Snow Pal Snack, Take Home Craft – Snow Bird Treat

Pre-registration for all classes is recommended at least 5 days in advance, as the class may be full or

cancelled for low attendance after that time.

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aspiring chefs ages 11 and up

Children of this age are ready to learn just about any type of cooking! We will use different kitchen appliances and learn different cooking and baking techniques. Recipes will be given so each aspiring chef will have the chance to make these recipes at home for the family! Please wear/bring sneakers and have hair pulled back, if long. Aprons will be provided to wear.Culinary Instructor Judy Handzlik

Twilight Halloween Thursday, October 13, 6-8 pm AmherstWednesday, October 26, 6-8 pm West Seneca$18 per childUnder the full Halloween moon eerie things begin to happen. Did you ever visit a grave yard and mummies come alive? How about shattering glass with blood dripping from it? Vampires? Some werewolves were spotted in the radioactive pond. Will they mysteriously arrive and join us to make these frightful recipes? If they do, I think we had better share!!Mummified Pumpkin Pizza with Tombstones, Shattered Glass Cupcakes with Dripping Blood, Candy Apples, Neon Pond Scum Punch

Thanksgiving Dinner, made by you, with LoveFriday, November 18, 6-8 pm AmherstWednesday, November 16, 6-8 pm West Seneca$18 per childHave you ever wanted to make Thanksgiving dinner? You can share your love for your family while preparing a dinner that everyone will rave about! Turkey Cheese Ball Center Piece, Cider Basted Turkey Breast, Baked Sweet Potatoes with Apples, Pumpkin Cake with Brown Butter Frosting

Holiday Cookies and Hard CandySunday, December 18, 1-3:30 pm AmherstTuesday, December 20, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$20 per child, no couponsWhile the weather outside is” frightful”, we will be making treats that are simply “delightful” for the Holiday season. Wrap them up as gifts, or enjoy them with your family. An assortment of Holiday Cookies, Homemade Hard Candy using Oils

aSpIRING CHEFS HoLIDay Camp Culinary Instructor July Handzlik

Happy 2010!Friday, December 30, 10 am-1 pm AmherstTuesday, December 27, 2-4 pm West Seneca$25 per childThe year 2012 should be an interesting one. Let’s bring it in with a BANG! These tasty appetizers that will help ring the New Year in style. Noise Maker Appetizers, Apple Chicken Sausage, Empanada De Pina, Stuffed Mushrooms, Pink Champagne Punch

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Children of this age are encouraged to attend the cooking classes without a parent or adult guardian. 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.Instructor Meghan Maloney, Amherst • Instructor Linda Duncan, West Seneca

Spooky Halloween munch FestFriday, October 28, 6-8pm $15 per childYou’ll have all the energy you need to trick or treat after this festive Halloween meal. Get into the spirit with Pumpkin Face Pizza, Crunchy Mummies, Jack O’ Lantern Fruit Cup, and Hauntingly Delicious Ghost Cupcakes

Traditional Thanksgiving Feast Thursday, November 17, 6-8 pm $15 per childWe’re talking more than turkey at the Cooking School. We’ll teach you to prepare a meal that will leave you stuffed! Tasty Turkey Tenderloin with Cranberry Relish, Iron Skillet Corn Bread, Sweet Potato Casserole, Honey-Glazed Carrots, Pumpkin Pie Dip with Gingersnaps

Christmas Cookie Extravaganza Sunday, December 11, 1-3pm $20 per child, no couponsKeep the cookie chaos out of your kitchen and have fun baking in ours! We’ll be doing traditional favorites and introduce some delightful new sweet treats too. Bring a container to take them home! Kris Kringle Cut-Outs, Candy Cane Cookie Bars, Crispy Wreaths, No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

JUNIoR CHEFS HoLIDay Camp Culinary Instructor Meghan Maloney, Amherst • Culinary instructor Linda Duncan, West Seneca

Winter Warm-UpWednesday, December 28, 11am -2 pm • $25 per childHey, baby, it’s cold outside! Come to our cozy kitchen and dish out some tummy warming recipes! Turkey Cheese Panini, Cheddar Ham Soup, Comforting Carrot Casserole, Pecan Baked Apples

Count Down to New yearThursday, December 29, 11am -2 pm • $25 per childYou’ll want to stay up to enjoy these amazing treats! Prepare these great munchies that you’ll want to make for the entire New Year! Ham and Swiss Party Biscuits, Sweet Potato Chips, Spicy Breaded Chicken Wings, Winter Fantasy Snowflake Cupcakes

Hoot Saturday, Oct. 15 • 6-9 pm Finding an owl and taking care of it, is much harder than the children thought! Open Face Owl Sandwich with Pellet Biscuits, Crunchy Mouse Bones

Tooth Fairy Friday, Nov. 4 • 6-9 pm This movie shows how the tooth fairy lives and does his/her work. Does everyone get a turn? BBQ Meatballs with Tooth Fairy Teeth, Apple Smiles

alvin and the Chipmunks Christmas/Emmet otter’s Jug Band Christmas Friday, Dec. 2 • 6-9 pmOur favorite animal friends are here to help make your holidays merry! Grilled Ham, Cheese & Apple Sandwiches, Veggie Soup

KIDS DINNER & A MOVIE

NIGHTCome join us for a special dinner and a movie 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 have a movie for you to watch, along with popcorn! Bring a friend and add to the fun!

amherst & West SenecaCooking Schools6-9 pm • ages 7-12Instructors: Deb Witul, Amherst and Judy Handzlik, West Seneca

$20 for one child, $35 for two children; $50 for three children (please register all children in your groupat the same time to get the discount)

cooking classes for home-schooled childrenWEST SENECa CookING SCHooL oNLyLet us help with Home Economics Class! your students will have fun learning cooking skills that will be helpful today and in the future. Let the mess be in our kitchen and not in yours! open to students between the ages of 7 and 15.

Culinary Instructor Linda Duncan

Creepy Halloween BashFriday, October 21, 10am-12 pm$15Celebrate the spooky season with these ghoulish Halloween offerings. They’re so good that it’s scary! Ghouls Goulash, Bloodshot Eyeball Salad, Ghastly Ghoul Punch, Spider Web Applesauce Cake

Thanksgiving with a TwistFriday, November 11, 10am-12 pm$15Change it up this holiday with Italian Turkey Skillet, Roasted Acorn Squash, Apple Cranberry Cider, Frosted Pumpkin Muffins

Christmas around the WorldFriday, December 9, 10am-12 pm$15Christmas is celebrated in many ways with various types of food. Let’s explore different traditions while we prepare a worldly holiday menu! Christmas Ambrosia (from Greece), Akoho Sy Voanio, (Chicken with Coconut and Rice from Madagascar,) Wassail (from the UK)

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

pamela Beamer, RD, CDE, (Certified Diabetic Educator), who teaches the Diabetic program

Julia assad-Durfee, RD, who teaches Eat to your Heart’s Content and Family Cooks Together programs.

These great health classes —taught by registered dietitians—are covered in part by 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 handouts on the class topic, along with a generous sampling of each recipe made. Some classes offer product samples as well.

Hearty Tailgating Instructor Julia Assad-Durfee Tuesday, October 18, 6-8 pm, Amherst Wednesday, October 12, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceTraditional tailgating menus do not include heart healthy options, but who says you can’t enjoy the game and keep a healthy heart? Julia will show you how to make heart healthy, travel friendly dishes that you can take with you on the road or enjoy while watching the game at home. Guacamole with Homemade Pita Chips*, Black Bean Chili, Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Bread*, Dark Chocolate Brownies*

Quick Fall Favorites for ThanksgivingInstructor Julia Assad-DurfeeTuesday, November 1, 6-8 pm AmherstTuesday, November 8, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceFall harvest brings many new flavors and what better way to celebrate them then a quick and easy Thanksgiving meal. Julia will show you how to make a delicious and healthy seasonal meal for Thanksgiving in less than 90 minutes. Creamy Pumpkin Soup, Turkey Cutlets with Cranberry Compote, Roasted Root Vegetables*, Apple-Oatmeal Cookies*

Heart Healthy Holiday partiesInstructor Julia Assad-DurfeeThursday, December 1, 6-8 pm AmherstTuesday, December 6, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per person without insuranceStaying heart healthy through the holidays can be tough. Julia will discuss ways to enjoy all those holiday parties without causing your heart added stress. Throw your own heart healthy holiday party with these new recipes. Fennel and Orange Salad*, Potato-Artichoke Soup*, Rosemary Foccacia Bread*, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip and Pecan Cookies*

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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!

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. (Univera & Independent Health insurance cost is only $5 per member!)The cost without covered Insurance for the Family Cooks classes is $25 per adult, $12 per child ages 12 and under.

Happy Halloween! Instructor Julia Assad-Durfee, RDTuesday, October 25, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, October 20, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per adult, $12 per child ages 12 and under (cost without Insurance)Let’s celebrate the foods of the season with a Halloween twist. Little Miss Muffet Pumpkin Muffins*, Trick-or-Treat, Sticky and Sweet Potato Wedges*, Apple Cider Chicken, Candy Corn Popcorn Balls*

Let’s Give Thanks Instructor Julia Assad-Durfee, RDThursday, November 3, 6-8 pm AmherstTuesday, November 15, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per adult, $12 per child ages 12 and under (cost without Insurance)Food is one of the universal ways to show thanks. Let’s gather our families in the kitchen and prepare a healthy seasonal meal made with love. Mini Turkey Meatloaves, Cranberry-Apple Cider Relish*, Sweet Potato and Apple Gratin*, Frosted Pumpkin Cake*

Healthy Holiday Traditions Instructor Julia Assad-Durfee, RDWednesday, December 14, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, December 8, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per adult, $12 per child ages 12 and under (cost without Insurance)Christmas can be a time of great tradition. Julia will share recipes that the whole family can make together and may one day be a part of your family’s healthy holiday tradition. Pumpkin Spiced Biscuits*, Apple Parsnip and Potato Mash*, Orange-Cranberry Turkey Cutlets, Pomegranate Parfaits*

Affordable. Healthy. Simple. Smart!

Winter Vegetables 101Instructor, Pam Beamer, RD, CDEThursday, October 20, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, October 6, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per personPam will discuss the many varieties of root vegetables and winter squash available. Of course, she will give you buying tips and ways to use these nutrition-packed veggies! Herbed Chicken and Dumplings, Caramelized Root Vegetables*, Brussels Sprouts with Bacon-Horseradish Cream, S’mores Treats*

Guide to Buying and Using oils Instructor, Pam Beamer, RD, CDE Tuesday, November 8, 6-8 pm Amherst Tuesday, November 1, 6-8 pm West Seneca $25 per person We know that liquid oils have beneficial healthy fats, but do we know the best way to use them? In this class, we will discuss the many varieties of oils available and the best way to get the most out of the nutrition and flavor they contain. At the same time, Pam will be showing you creative ways to use those Thanksgiving leftovers! Butternut Squash Spread with Pepitas*, Mushroom Turkey Casserole, Garlic Roasted Kale*, Vanilla Bourbon Pumpkin Tart*

mindless Eating/portion ControlInstructor, Pam Beamer, RD, CDETuesday, December 6, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, December 1, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 per personHow much we eat is just as important as what we eat. We will talk about how to raise your awareness about portions, especially in situations away from home. Become a MINDFUL eater after this class! Stuffed Chard with Fresh Marinara, Butternut Squash Gratin with Blue Cheese and Sage*, Oven Fried Onion Rings*, Chocolate-Dipped Ginger Snaps*

Savings for Health and TOPS Friendly Markets have partnered to make eating healthy affordable and easy, by providing its members with weekly discounts on foods and other items at TOPS Friendly Markets.

All Savings for Health-recommended items have been selected by Registered Dieticians and Registered Nurses and Physicians from Western New York, and meet or exceed guidelines from the American Medical Association, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, American Cancer Society and the American Diabetic Association.

Learn more today! Visit www.savingsforhealth.com for information on membership and program features.

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oktoberfest Beer pairing with Anheuser BuschCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWednesday, October 26, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, October 11, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person, 2/$40Oktoberfest isn’t just for Germans anymore. People have flocked to Germany from all parts of the globe to participate in the world’s largest annual festival for nearly 200 years. In addition to the two-week celebration in Munich, the Bavarian capital where the tradition began, Oktoberfest is enjoyed in one form or another in cities and towns worldwide. Join us as we partake in our own festivities! Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and Apples, Homemade Spaetzel Sautéed with Onions, Chocolate Walnut Strudel

Homemade Soup; Winter’s Ultimate Comfort FoodCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWednesday, November 30, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, November 29, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWhether using your crock pot or warming up your kitchen on those cold weather days, let’s make some hearty soups using natural/organic ingredients served with crusty Italian bread. Bean Soup with Smoked Turkey Sausage, Swiss Chard with Turkey Meatballs, Thai Shrimp Soup

Italian CookiesCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossFriday, December 16, 6:30-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, December 9, 6:30-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personBUON NATALE: Let’s sweeten the holiday with delicious Italian cookies that will sure to be everyone’s favorites! Pastine Bianche (Sicilian White Cookies), Chocolate Orange Biscotti, Italian Chocolate Cookies (Please bring a container to take your goodies home)

Hanukkah–Festival of LightsChef Amy WeisenburgerMonday, November 28, 6-8:30 pm Amherst$25 per personHanukkah is a joyous celebration of Jewish national survival and religious freedom. During the Jewish Holiday of Hanukkah, many families invite relatives and friends over to light the menorah, sing songs, play dreidel, exchange gifts and enjoy traditional Hanukkah food. Please join us as Chef Amy re-creates a typical Hanukkah meal, and discusses the signifcance of each food that is eaten at this time. Spiced Apple Carrot Soup with Fresh Mint, Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables, Thick & Creamy Potato Latkes, Rugelach with Chocolate Walnut Filling

Holiday Sweets for your Sweetie!Pastry Student Meghan MaloneyThursday, December 15, 6:30-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, December 13, 6:30-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personThis adult version of a cookie bouquet is sure to please your special someone! Snowman Cake Pops, Chocolate Decorated Pretzels, Snowball Brownie Pops, White Chocolate Holiday Bark Holiday gift container supplied, ready for gift giving!

Date Night Culinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWine pairing with Niagara Landing Wine CellarsMonday December 5, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, December 14, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personThe holiday season is upon us. Come join us and relax while Rose Ann delights us with a fabulous menu that is perfect for the season!Mixed Green Salad with Pistachios, Crumbly Blue Cheese, with Mixed Berry Vinaigrette, Sweet Potato Frites Tossed in Honey Butter, Pretty Berry Pork Roast, Apple Crisp with Caramel Whipped Cream

If you would like to try your hand at helping with the cooking, these classes are for you! Please come with hair tied back if long, and wear closed toed shoes for your safety. Aprons will be provided for your use.

Gluten Free Fall Feast • $25Thursday, October 6, 6-8:30 pm Amherst • Monday, October 17, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca

Celebrate the beauty of fall with this spectacular menu, made gluten free! Caesar Salad from Scratch,

Lemon Caper Chicken, Fresh Harvest Penne, Pear Ginger Crumble

Gluten-Free Thanksgiving • $25Tuesday, November 15, 6-8:30 pm Amherst • Monday, November 7, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca

Planning a gluten free meal can sometimes be time consuming. Chef Amy has put together a traditional Thanksgiving meal,

served gluten free, just for you! Ginger Cranberry Relish, Crock-Pot Turkey Breast, Surprise Gluten Free Stuffing, Apple Pie

with Gluten Free Crust

Gluten-Free Holiday Desserts • $25, 2/$40

Tuesday, December 13, 6-8:30 pm Amherst • Monday, December 19, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca

Holiday time can be difficult for people who must eat gluten free. Bring these goodies to a party; you will be able to indulge,

and everyone will enjoy! Peanut Butter Fudge, Christmas Cutouts with Cream Cheese Icing, Cinnamon Rolls, Flourless Chocolate Cake

Gluten-Free Classes Chef Amy Wiesenberger continues her series of fabulous gluten-free cooking.

Coupons/samples and recipe packets will be given at these classes.

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Football FrenzyFootball Frenzy Beer pairing with Great Lakes Brewing Co.Culinary Instructor Rose Ann RossMonday October 10, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, October 19, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person, 2/$40Some of the best parties take place in the parking lots before games. Are you ready to party?? Wear your best game attire, jerseys and hats and come party with us in the cooking school, where Rose Ann has cooked up a tailgating dream come true, along with beer pairings with Great Lakes Brewing.Artichoke & Jalapeno Dip with Toasted Baguette, Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chive Butter, Apple Cider BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Not Your Ordinary S’mores

Changing of the SeasonsChef Amy WeisenburgerMonday, October 24, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, October 27, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLet’s welcome our new season with a cold weather dinner that will have you feeling warm inside and out!Brie with Roasted Garlic & Basil Pesto, Maple Chili Glazed Pork Medallions, Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar, Baked Stuffed Apples

perfect Sweetest Day Dinner for 2 Wine pairing with Niagara Landing Wine CellarsChef Amy WeisenburgerTuesday, October 11, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, October 13, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLooking for that perfect dinner to prepare for your sweetie? Please join chef Amy as she prepares the perfect menu! Four Cheese Bruschetta Bread, Steak Diane, Roasted Asparagus with Browned Butter, Chocolate Soufflé

Concord Grapes sponsored by the Grower’s Co-op Instructor, Patty Hathaway from the Growers Co-opWednesday, October 12, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, October 18, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person, 2/$40Come find out how to cook with those local Concord Grapes you smell and see all around during the fall harvest. Patty will show you how to cook with Concord grape juice, puree, and grape seed oil and make old recipes come alive with this unique tart taste. Learn about all our products from Growers’ Cooperative Grape Juice Company, while learning the health benefits. Patty also will be raffling off a gift basket at each class! Grape Cider Punch, Concord Grape Lite Slaw, Upstate New York Chicken, Concord Grape Crisp

autumn FestChef Scottie WilliamsMonday, October 10, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personThe cool days of autumn are upon us; let’s embrace the coming of autumn with this wonderful meal Scottie will prepare for you! Cream of Potato with Leek Soup, Chicken Fried Steak, Horseradish Smashed Potatoes, Snicker Tart

Two Chefs, Two meals, 1 Winner!Chef Scott Donhauser and Chef TBAMonday, October 17, 6-8:30 pm Amherst Monday, October 24, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per person (no coupons accepted) “A First in a Series of “Chef Cook Offs.” Two Chefs, Scott vs. a Chef TBA in a 3 course one night cook off. These two Chefs are given the main ingredients and will have a short time period in which they must produce winning dishes for 2 separate meals. They will each create an appetizer, entrée and dessert. As an added bonus, the Cooking School Manager will present a “secret ingredient” that they must put into one dish. YOU will decide the winner of each category! Please join us for some interesting twists and turns in our series premiere! Let the Cook off begin! First course: Tomatoes, Second course: Chicken, Third course: Chocolate

a Taste of Italy Wine pairing with Schulze WineryChef Amy WeisenburgerThursday, November 10, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, November 3, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personFood is an incredibly important part of Italian culture. Italians take great pride in their traditions, and their cuisine is certainly no exception. Mealtime in Italy is an integral part of the daily routine, an opportunity for connection with family, and socialization with good friends. It is also a healthful part of life, as traditional dishes are prepared using the freshest ingredients and cooked to maintain the rich natural flavors and nutrients. This is one of the things that make a tour of Italy so absolutely fascinating – having the opportunity to experience such rich local tradition and fabulous cultural cuisine. Please join us on our tour through Italy! Fried Artichoke Hearts with Lemon Garlic Aioli, Herbed Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce, Marinated Portobello Mushrooms, Honey Pine Nut Tart

Colors of autumn Wine pairing with Niagara Landing Wine CellarsChef Scott DonhauserMonday, November 14, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, November 28, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personAs the cold sets in, warm up to this colorful array of comfort food/ vegetarian meal with a twist that for which Chef Scott is so famous! Autumn Salad with Baby Greens with Buttermilk-Horseradish Dressing, finished with Sweet Potato Frites, Grilled Eggplant Steaks with Wild and Tame Mushrooms, Wilted Baby Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers and Mozzarella Cheese, Pumpkin Risotto, Rum Flambé Apple Crepes with Cider Cream

kick your Turkey up a Notch! Wine pairing with Ten Thousand VinesChef Scottie WilliamsMonday, November 21, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLooking for a non-traditional menu for your holidays? Try Scottie’s famous blackened version of our favorite bird! White Chili with Corn, Blackened Turkey Breast, Penne Alfredo with Peas, Homemade Pecan Ice Cream

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pairing of the poursSponsored by Magic Hat Brewing Co. Culinary Instructor Rose Ann RossMonday, November 7, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, November 9, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personCome join Rose Ann and Magic Hat Brewing Co, as we present a culinary masterpiece featuring great food infused with great beer! Beer sampling will also be provided. Cheese Puffs featuring Magic Hat Encore (an American Wheat I.P.A.); Beer and Oatmeal Bread featuring Magic Hat Howl (a black-as-night lager); Hearty Beef Stew with Magic Hat #9 (a crisp, refreshing, not quite pale ale); Molten Brownie with Magic Hat Ravell (a porter brewed with vanilla)

Southern Thanksgiving Wine pairing with Chateau Niagara WineryCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossMonday November 21, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, November 14, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWhat makes southern holidays so special? Holiday traditions in the south are deeply cherished, but you don’t have to be southern born and bred to enjoy a southern Thanksgiving! Come join Rose Ann with her authentic take on down home southern cooking! Cornbread Stuffing, Shoepeg Corn Casserole, Creole-Spiced Turkey Breast with Creole Gravy, Sweet Potato Tipsy (a traditional Louisiana family recipe), Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake Let’s Celebrate ThanksgivingThe organic Way Culinary Instructor Rose Ann RossSponsored by Pacific Natural FoodsWednesday, November 2, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, November 10, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personDiscover how using organic products brings out more flavor in the foods we prepare! Rose Ann will explain how organic foods are grown and the many steps that are taken to ensure the product is “organic.” Herbed Roasted Turkey with Herb Gravy, Pear and Hazelnut Stuffing, Potato Meringue Topped Sweet Potato Casserole, Oatmeal Nut Crunch Apple Pie

annual Classy Classic Holiday DinnerWine pairing with Arbor Hill WineryChef Scott DonhauserMonday, December 12, 6-8:30PM AmherstMonday, December 5, 6-8:30 PM West Seneca$30 per person (no coupons accepted) (Full meal served Buffet Style with wine pairing)Please join us at the Cooking school’s annual sit down holiday dinner. Chef Scott does an outstanding job of preparing and serving the finest menu of the season! Seats are limited; please make your reservations early!Hazelnut Crusted Goat Cheese with Warm Portobello Dip and Baguette, Grilled Romaine Salad with Black Pepper Croutons and Roasted Tomato Salad, Petit Filet Mignon with Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables and Horseradish Cream, Crème Brulee with Fresh Berries

Snow–Who Cares? Let’s have an Indoor BBQ! Beer pairing with Ellicottville Brewing Co. Chef Scottie WilliamsMonday, December 12, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLet’s come in from the cold and heat things up a bit, as we remember those lazy, hazy, summer days! Jalapeno Poppers, Honey BBQ Pulled Pork, Cabbage Slaw, Apple Fritters

Elegant New yearWine pairing with Niagara Landing Wine CellarsChef Amy WeisenburgerTuesday, December 13, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, December 15, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personIf you are planning on entertaining on New Year’s Eve, then this class is a must to attend. Chef Amy will delight you with this tantalizing menu; your guests will carry on this conversation well into the New Year! Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Port Wine Reduction, Roasted Spiced Chicken Quarters with Cranberry Papaya Compote, Risotto with Asparagus & Parmesan, Jamaican Coconut Pie with Dark Rum Sauce

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meet our chefs and instructors

Culinary Instructor Nichole allenNichole Allen is an instructor at the West Seneca Cooking School for our special-needs groups. She previously served as the banquet manager at Shanghai Red’s Restaurant and Banquet Facility, and brings with her many talents for our classes.

Executive Chef Scott DonhauserIt is always a treat when Chef Scott comes to the Cooking School. Scott has shown his many talents in local restaurants such as Daffodil, Verbena, and Frog Hair Grill Restaurant and Windows on the Green. This dynamic chef has his hand in many local happenings that add to his two hour program. The menus he has chosen will bring cooking, presentation and interesting flavor combinations to new heights!

kids Culinary Instructor Linda DuncanLinda Duncan comes to us as a cooking school assistant. Being a mother of five with many years of home-schooling experience, Linda adds this knowledge to teaching the Jr. Chef and Home School classes in West Seneca.

kids Culinary Instructor Judy HandzlikJudy is our Instructor for the children’s array of classes in our West Seneca School, and the Aspiring chef classes in Amherst and West Seneca. 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 teaches the scout program and hosts birthday parties, as well.

kids Culinary Instructor meghan mahoneyMeghan began at Tops Cooking School as an assistant, but her love of baking and cooking offers new, fresh, young ideas to the school. She recently received a Certificate in Baking and Pastry Arts from Erie Community College and is eager to share her knowledge with children and adults who are eager to learn! Megan will be teaching the Jr. Chef classes in Amherst.

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!

Chef amy WeisenburgerChef Amy is a Personal Chef, cooking gourmet dinners and providing busy professionals and special diet clients with delicious home cooked meals in Buffalo and the surrounding areas. She is a graduate of the United States Personal Chef Association Certificate program. Chef Amy has had as her clients Martha Stewart Living Magazine, ECMC, Stand Advertising, Planet Reels Films, Socket Films, The Diocese of Buffalo, Independent Health, and many happy individuals!

Chef Scottie WilliamsScottie comes to us as the Head Chef at Riley Street Station in East Aurora. His education includes the Fine Arts at Buffalo State College. After working with the many fine chefs in Western New York in his first two years at school, he found his true love. It has been 25 years, and he still loves what he does. His specialties include Polish, Greek and Northern Italian cooking. Working with breads, meats and seafood as his palette, what more could someone ask for?

kids Culinary Instructor Deborah WitulDeb has been a long time familiar face of the cooking school as she teaches the children’s classes in Amherst that spark creativity and inspire young chefs. Deb also hosts the birthday parties for ages 5 and up. The scouting program is another area that she teaches, as she facilitates the badge requirements for both Boy and Girl Scouts.

Regional Cooking School manager Grace HanusinGrace is our Regional Cooking School Manager for Amherst, West Seneca and Rochester. She is based at the 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 food critic, Janice Okun. She currently is a key panelist on the website www.wnywomen.com. 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, teaches the special needs population 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 more than 29 years of experience in restaurant operation. 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.

JULIA ASSAD, RD “MISS JUDY” –CULINARY INSTRUCTOR JUDY HANDZLIK

CULINARY INSTRUCTOR ROSE ANN ROSS

CHEF AMY WEISENBURGER “MISS DEB” –CULINARY INSTRUCTOR DEBORAH WITUL

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Class registration is easy and convenient.

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

for Your Health classes. The substitute must have health insurance coverage 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 3-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 cancelling. We will call to confirm. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

Both schools are handicapped accessible.

Grace HanusinRegional Cooking School Manager3980 Maple RoadAmherst, NY 14226716-515-2000

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

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

Please check inside for dates and times of those classes. Register early, because these classes fill up quickly!

Alcoholic beverages may be made available for consumption in some classes. Class participants will be asked to present identification to prove that they are of legal New York State drinking age and will be held responsible for limiting their consumption of alcohol to safe amounts. Pregnant women and people on certain medications should not consume alcohol. Everyone should bring proper ID to the class. TOPS policy is to proof everyone; failure to bring proper ID will result in being excluded from the tastings, but not the class.

wine and beer tastings are now offered in some of our classes at the Cooking School!

In hands-on participation classes, students should wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes. You may not wear open toed 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.

generalinformation and etiquette

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.

• 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 register for classes in, 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 the day of the class. If you wish to pay by cash the day of the class, you may do so by stopping in the school before the class to obtain your registration form. Just go to the service desk, pay for the class and return a receipt and the form back to the class.

Pre-registration for all classes is recommended at least 5 days in advance, as the class may be full or cancelled for low attendance after that time.

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attention scout leaders

The Cooking School offers an

approved Scout cooking

program, for boys and girls.

What a fun way to work

towards your

cooking badges,

including the

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gingerbread christmas cottage

Instructor Judy HandzlikFriday, December 9, 6:30-8:00 pm, AmherstFriday, December 16, 6:30-8:00 pm, West Seneca$20 PER TEAM (one adult / one Jr. Chef ages 7 and up); $5 for any extra personDecorate a charming gingerbread house with royal icing “snow” and sweet treats. Judy will help you create your own holiday scene with pretzel windows, cobble-candy pathways and gumdrop trees. Each team will receive one gingerbread house and enough candy to cause a celebration!

jr. chef / adult teams Calling all chefs and culinary

instructors!Do you have a culinary background?Do you have an outgoing personality

and a desire to teach?

TOPS Cooking School is currently looking for chefs and instructors

to teach cooking classes. Culinary students are welcome! Contact

Grace Hanusin at 515-2000 to apply or for more information.