Cooking with the Star Chefs of Wynn/Encore Continues…..

Posted on 08 November 2009

Whole Foods Market is hosting a free series of recipe demonstrations and cooking events - exclusively at their Las Vegas Blvd / Town Square location on Tuesday nights through December 15th.

This week Carlos Guia (Country Club) presents Simple Ways to Cook Restaurant Style Seafood Dishes at Home on Tuesday, November 3, 6-8pm. From New Orleans to New York, Las Vegas and beyond, this accomplished chef demonstrates a mastery of fresh seafood cookery that relies on sourcing the finest regional seafood.

Tuesday, November 10, 6-8pm: Theo Schoenegger (Sinatra) -Risotto ‘My Way’ – Secrets to the Perfect Dish! The celebrated chef behind Frank Sinatra’s namesake restaurant brings slow-cooking to perfection with tips for stirring up the ultimate version of this classic regional dish.

Tuesday, November 17, 6-8pm: James Benson/Patricia Richards – Liquid Luxury – Holiday Cocktail Entertaining It’s the season of cocktail parties, potlucks, surprise drop-ins and of course, toasts. Come discover strategies for simple but elegant entertaining, savory appetizers, and festive holiday drinks.

Tuesday, November 24, 6-8pm: Alex Stratta (Alex and Stratta) – Thanksgiving Survival Guide – The big day is upon us – and award-winning Chef Alex Stratta has got it covered – with recipes for the perfect turkey and cooking tips and strategies sure to result in your best turkey yet.

Tuesday, December 1, 6-8pm: Mark LoRusso (Botero) – Sides that Step Up Tired of the same ho-hum holiday side dishes? Come change sides as Botero’s star chef cooks up tips for sure-fire, savory side dishes that just may steal the show!

Tuesday, December 8, 6-8pm: Paul Bartolotta (Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare) – Create Your Own Feast of the Seven Fishes Yes, we may live in a desert, but don’t let that stop you from cooking up your own version of the traditional Italian seafood feast. Let twice-honored James Beard Award recipient Paul Bartolotta inspire you with his ingredient driven, authentic Italian coastal cuisine.

Tuesday, December 15, 6-8pm: Frederic Robert/Pierre Gatel – Holiday Cookie and Candy Couture Decking the halls and mantles may be fun, but we’ve asked master pastry chefs Frederic Robert and Pierre Gatel to deck the tables with chocolate, candy, and dessert ideas both naughty and nice!

Enter to win a $500 Whole Foods Market gift card! Each time you attend class, you will be entered to win! Drawings for prizes each week, too!

Whole Foods Market Town Square
6689 Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89119
702.589.7711