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Classes/Events
Register online to reserve your place in one of our upcoming classes or call us at (816) 554-3755. All cooking classes must be paid for at time of reservation. Class sizes are extremely limited and tend to fill up quickly...If a class is full, please contact the store to be added to a wait list. **If you are considering purchasing a class as a gift, we highly encourage you to purchase a gift certificate instead so that the recipient can select the menu and date that works best for them.**
All classes are BYOB! Please feel free to bring your own wine or beer with you to enjoy with your meal. We’ll provide the glasses and openers! Water/tea will be provided. We will remain open for your private shopping during class. All classes are 18+.
Cancellation Policy: We have a strict 7 day cancellation policy. We will gladly refund your class fee or transfer you to another class as long as your request is made more than 7 calendar days prior to the class date. If you discover that you are unable to attend class within the 7 days prior, we encourage you to find a substitute to take your place. Please understand that we cannot make exceptions.
Grab & Go Soup, Bread, and Dessert
Zuppa Francesca with Italian Bread Loaf and Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake
Chef Francesca will be in the store whipping up a fresh batch of soup and Italian bread on Monday, November 3rd. Place your order online, call the store, or just stop by on Monday between 2:00 - 5:00PM to pick up your order to go (while supplies last).
$40 per order, includes 30ish ounces of soup, fresh bread, and dessert!
Sushi - Hands On
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00PM
It's time for a Sushi party! Come learn how to roll Sushi with Chef Sophia Chatfield as she teaches you the basics and some new trending techniques. You will learn about Sushi, and where to shop for the "good stuff" in the Kansas City. Students will make several different rolls throughout class to practice their new Sushi Skills. This is a hands on class, come prepared to have a blast and get rolling with a Chef who has taught more than 100+ Sushi classes! $80 per person
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Honoring Lidia - An Elegant Italian Dinner Party
Wednesday November 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
“Tutti a Tavola a Mangiare!” – Lidia Bastianich
Enjoy an evening of Italian elegance, where the flavors of the Old World meet the warmth of Sicilian tradition. Inspired by the celebrated Lidia Bastianich and elevated by Chef Francesca’s cherished family recipes, this pop-up dinner is a heartfelt journey through Italy—one unforgettable course at a time.
The Evening’s Menu
Chicken and Spinach Gnocchi– A velvety, comforting soup served with golden herbed crostini
Polpettine di Verdure – Delicate crispy vegetable meatballs nestled alongside fresh mixed greens and crisp fennel salad
Spaghetti All’Assassina – A bold, pan-seared pasta and burrata specialty with irresistible depth of flavor
London Broil al Sole – Sun-dried tomato marinated London broil, paired with almond-kissed garlic green beans
Formaggio & Frutta – Espresso-balsamic roasted pear crowned with creamy goat cheese crumbles
Dolce Finale – Torta Caprese (Almond and Chocolate Tart) served alongside a rich, hand-crafted espresso latte
$90 per person.
Holiday Surf and Turf Dinner
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Join Chef Glen tonight as we start to get into the Holiday Season. We'll start the evening with New England Clam Chowder and Pomegranate Salad with Blue Cheese, Walnuts and Cranberry Vinaigrette. The reason for the evening will be Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin and
Sauteed Gulf Shrimp with Pink Peppercorn sauce, Fondant Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic
Roasted Vegetable Medley. We'll cap off this decadent menu with Raspberry and White Chocolate Crème Brulee. $90 per person.
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A Thanksgiving Pie Workshop
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00PM
Join us for everything pie! We begin with a hands-on pie crust class, and yes, you make your own crust, ready to take home and bake. We want to erase the mystic from those troublesome crusts and help you go home with the know-how and confidence you need to make tender, delicious crusts. We aren’t done yet, for a pie feast awaits you as you taste an array of pies. You will first enjoy a savory autumn quiche, featuring caramelized onions, spinach and gruyere. Then, on to sampling those comforting, favorite fall pies—including a classic pumpkin pie, maple pecan pie and an apple cranberry crumb pie. These recipes will inspire you to prepare a Thanksgiving that is unforgettable. $80 per person
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Holiday Tea Party Time
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00PM
Our annual Holiday Tea class is truly a celebration of the season and is the perfect evening to enjoy with friends or family or that special evening with your date. It is an evening packed with fun, laughter, holiday cheer and scrumptious food for all to enjoy. This event is in the style of a classic, English tea—so come hungry as the plentiful array of sweet and savory recipes will be served in multiple courses, creating a plentiful feast. Plus, you leave with all of the recipes and tips, so you can easily host your own special party or bake a tasty holiday gift for someone special. Our teas begin with scones, served with clotted cream and our own homemade strawberry jam, then you will enjoy an array of unforgettable appetizers and sweets. Sit back, relax and make a special, and delicious holiday memory. $80 per person
Feast of the Seven Fishes
Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Get ready for a delightful time-honored meal! Once again, Chef Francesca is bringing her family's Sicilian tradition to the table with the historic "Feast of the Seven Fishes." This custom, dating back to the 1900s, is the ultimate celebration for seafood lovers. Come enjoy the variety and let her take care of the rest!
Course 1 - Baccala Mantecato ~ Whipped Salt Cod Spread on Crostini
Course 2 - Sesame Crusted Tuna Steak on Arugula with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Course 3 - Zuppa di Pesce (Italian Fish Soup)
Course 4 - Seared Scallops and Fennel
Course 5 - Pasta Alle Vongole (Linguine with Clam Sauce)
Course 6 - Pesce Spada Alla Ghiotta (Swordfish w/bright Mediterranean flavors)
Course 7 - Cannoli & Espressso
$90 per person.