Blue Zones are areas in the world where people commonly live into their 100's. What they eat is the key to their longevity. This class will explore their diet and make some delicious foods that Blue Zone people enjoy. Melanie Cedargren, owner of the Spicy Olive, will lead this class. Menu: Savory Chick Pea Snack […]
Chef Ryan Knuth of Mortar and Pestle Spice Blends revisits one of his most popular classes with some new recipes and ideas. This class is perfect for those with gluten sensitivities or just interested in learning more about gluten free cooking. Menu: Gluten free flatbread with prosciutto, goat cheese, Frog jam and watercress salad Thai […]
SOLD OUT- Sorry this Wine Experience is full, details on February's Wine Experirence coming soon. Winter Wines: Wines to enjoy while hibernating and foods to match! Take a short break from being holed up in your home and join us to find some new wines to enjoy when you return to your winter hibernation !
When: Thursday, November 21, 2019 Theme: Holiday Entertaining $35 per person and include 4 wines to taste, 3 food courses and recipes so you can prepare the food at home for your own celebrations!
Let’s Party! The best appetizers and desserts for holiday entertaining. Everyone loves a party. All or parts of these recipes can be made ahead, guaranteeing fun time for the cook! Menu: Tamari almonds or cashews - with The Spicy Olive's Roasted sesame oil Pear […]
Paleo Farm to Table: Have you wondered what all of the buzz is about when it comes to Farm to Table eating or following a Paleo lifestyle? Rebecca Denney, Chef and owner of Paleolicious and the Modern Farmhouse Kitchen will lead a class featuring farm to table ingredients grown and raised locally at Aberlin Springs Farm and […]
Melanie Cedargren, owner of The Spicy Olive, leads this class based on the Pink Ribbon Diet by Dr. Mary Flynn. This way of eating helps your body fight disease and prevent recurrence. This diet is heavy on whole grains, olive oil and vegetables and Melanie teaches you how to make delicious foods with this combo […]
We are featuring wines from McNab Ridge Winery for the September Wine Experience! McNab Winery is in Mendocino County, California and is owned by the Parducci family. They have been making excellent wines there for several generations. We will be sampling several of their great wines accompanied by foods to bring out their best characteristics. […]
Theme: Dog Themed Wines for the Dog Days of Summer! Melanie's favorite summer foods will accompany the wines. $35 per person and include 4 wines to taste, 3 food courses and recipes so you can prepare the food at home for your own celebrations!
Theme: Dog Themed Wines for the Dog Days of Summer! Melanie's favorite summer foods will accompany the wines. $35 per person and include 4 wines to taste, 3 food courses and recipes so you can prepare the food at home for your own celebrations!
Customers ask how to use certain flavors and varieties of our olive oils and vinegars all the time. Usually they purchased it for a reason and then forgot or they received an unusual flavor for a gift and aren't certain how to use. Melanie Cedargren is excited to lead this class to help you enjoy […]
Theme: Moon Themed in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Lunar Landing. Out of this world food pairings will accompany the wines. Join us for a stellar evening!
Theme: A Picnic in Oregon-Four Wines from Foris Vineyards (Ore) $35 per person and include 4 wines to taste, 3 food courses and recipes so you can prepare the food at home for your own celebrations!
This is the class to get you ready for summer entertaining with awesome cocktail ideas! Enisa Hayes, Bartender and Mixologist at Alfio's Buon Cibo will lead this class! She has been making cocktails with The Spicy Olive's balsamic vinegars and olive oils and entering cocktail competitions with her recipes and winning! She will demonstrate some […]
Chef Ryan Knuth returns with his popular Grilling Class. This one's a great class for men- a wonderful Father's Day gift. Chef Ryan's Mortar and Pestle Spice Blends was born out of Chef Ryan's love of BBQ and grilling! Menu: Grilled Peach Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing Baby Back Ribs and BBQ Chicken served […]
Rita Heikenfeld returns to The Spicy Olive to lead this wonderful summer class! A Mediterranean Summer Feast! Menu: Mediterranean Herb Marinated Flat Iron Steak served with Tomato Shallot Relish Wheat Berry Salad with Figs, Pine nuts and Goat Cheese Crumbles Honey Roasted Carrots with Mint and Orange zest Turkish Pound Cake with Summer Berries Class […]
Join Chris and Melanie for our May Wine Experience! This month we are featuring perfect Wines to Enjoy on the Deck
Join Chris and Melanie for our April Wine Experience! This month we are featuring wines and foods (tapas) from Spain! Ole!
Get ready for Spring and Summer with new salad and vinaigrette recipes! Learn how to make a classic vinaigrette and many variations so you can make a different salad everyday of the season! This class will be lead by Melanie Cedargren, owner of The Spicy Olive. She will demonstrate some great salads for you to […]
Chef Ryan Knuth of Mortar and Pestle Spice Blends leads this class on Breakfast for Dinner! This class will inspire you with great ideas for Easter and Mother's Day Brunches! Menu: Steel cut oatmeal with lemon and blueberries Crepe Quiches Strawberry Stuffed French Toast Casserole Candied Chili Bacon and Breakfast potatoes Bacon Pecan Cinnamon Rolls […]
