Orono Community Education

In this hands-on class, you'll learn to make Bulgogi Kimbap, a Korean rice roll similar to sushi but with savory, cooked fillings. Instructor Tess will guide you through every step, from preparing the seasoned rice and colorful fillings to marinating and cooking the Bulgogi. You'll master the art of hand-rolling your own kimbap and discover the key differences between kimbap and sushi. Leave with the skills and confidence to create this healthy and delicious gourmet meal at home. Cooking along is optional, and you'll receive access to info, a shopping list, and class details in advance. After class, registered participants will get a packet with the instructor's personal recipes.

Join Chef Noah for a fun morning of hands-on Easter egg decorating! Participants will receive three hard-boiled eggs to customize with their own unique patterns using a wax-resist technique. Then personally choose your own dye color and dip each egg, allowing caregivers to leave the dyeing mess at the Iron Exchange this Easter season. After the decorating fun, stay and enjoy a delicious pizza bar and salad for both the child (ages 5 and up) and their accompanying adult, which is included in the registration fee! (Beverages will be available for purchase).

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a European dessert adventure! In this real-time cook-along, you'll learn to create two classic treats: a velvety Italian Tiramisu (made with a unique no-raw-egg method) and authentic Dutch Stroopwafels made entirely by hand. You'll learn to make these irresistible desserts just in time to share with loved ones. Cooking along is optional, and you'll receive access to info, a shopping list, and class details in advance. After class, registered participants will get a packet with the instructor's personal recipes. Please note the equipment needed for this class: Tiramisu: Stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Stroopwafels: Stand mixer with a paddle attachment and a Stroopwafel iron (also known as a "Belgian Cookie Iron").

Make it a date night, or bring a friend! Get the scoop on Irish food plus historical notes on St. Patrick's Day, and then swing into an extensive menu of terrific Irish fare. Smoked Fish Pate as an appetizer, Beef Braised in Guinness plus Beer-Braised Pork Tenderloin for main dishes. From the humble potato comes the famous Colcannon (Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) and a delicious Cabbage with Bacon. Who does not adore homemade Irish Soda Bread? Wrap up your meal with splendid Jam Cake. Supply fee of $16 due to instructor at class by cash or check.

Join us for an evening mixing, baking, and decorating your own charming 8-inch cake to take home and share with family, friends or co-workers. No prior decorating experience is required, and everything will be provided for you. You'll see that great results don't always need special tools. Nancy has all sorts of clever tricks up her sleeve to show just how easy and downright fu baking can be! A $20.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor in class.

Bring the flavors of Greece home with this lively cook-along experience! Under the guidance of an instructor with 45 years of Mediterranean cuisine expertise (and a proud Spartan descendant), you’ll learn to craft a full, authentic Greek meal: chicken gyros, traditional tzatziki, golden lemon potatoes, and soft, homemade pita bread. Get step-by-step instruction and discover how to bring the vibrant taste of Greece to your table, no plane ticket required! Cooking along is optional, and you'll receive access to info, a shopping list, and class details in advance. After class, registered participants will get a packet with the instructor's personal recipes.

Have you always wanted to try making sourdough but felt overwhelmed? This fun, hands-on workshop takes the mystery out of the process and shows you how to bake amazing bread with a simple, real-life method. Mix your own dough, learn how to care for a starter, and go home with: one loaf of dough to bake the next day, your own starter, and clear, step-by-step instructions to keep baking at home. What to bring: Large mixing bowl Tea towel/kitchen towel Spatula or dough scraper Kitchen scale (if you have one) Note: For best results, sourdough is typically baked in a Dutch oven. The instructor will share alternative baking options during the workshop, but if you’ve been thinking about getting (or borrowing) one, now’s a great time! A minimum 4–5 qt size is ideal. Children ages 14 years or older may enroll with an enrolled adult.

Join Chef Noah at the Iron Exchange in Maple Plain for a special Valentine’s Day cooking experience for two! This interactive three-course dinner is designed for couples to create and enjoy. You'll start by making a classic, zesty Caesar dressing from scratch. Then, you'll mix, fill, and roll rich shrimp and lobster cannellonis (which you can personalize with extra ingredients!). You will finish with a sweet lesson on mixing all the ingredients for a silky, irresistible chocolate mousse. Enjoy a truly unique culinary date night with your loved one! Menu: Starter: Classic Caesar Salad Main Course: Seafood Cannelloni Dessert: Chocolate Mousse *Please note: This class cannot accommodate food allergy requests.

Join Whitney for an afternoon of cookie decorating! You’ll be decorating 6 adorable winter-themed cookies using royal icing! Learn techniques & skills to expertly decorate. This is great for beginners with no experience but also has some fun intermediate tricks! Step up your cookie decorating game!! When you attend class you will receive the icing and cookie recipe so you can try decorating at home too! All supplies are included.