Schedule for Spring/Summer 2009
 

COME ENJOY A WARM WEATHER CLASS AT COMPANY'S COMING THIS SEASON!

There are great new flavors to try this spring and summer at Company's Coming! By the time the spring season arrives in Washington, we will have just returned from a trip to Portugal to preview the Travels of the Fork & Cork trip we will be leading in September. To mark this we have a class planned with Tony Quinn of Cleveland Park Wine to preview the wonderful wine (and food) of Portugal. Pam Ginsberg will return to lead a crowd pleasing steak class. And there will be a Saveur paella class offered this summer! Based on strong student demand, we have added more Saturday classes to the schedule for you to enjoy. Plus, we will be weaving some favorite recipes into new versions and new meals!

Spring and summer seem to be especially busy time for custom classes so let us know if you want to plan one for your friends, family or business group. And remember, Company's Coming can come to your home for a special class. Call or email Jinny to discuss at 202-966-3361 or email her at veflei@aol.com.

Look forward to hearing from you!

HERE'S WHAT YOU GET:
Complete menu with recipes that highlight "cook ahead" possibilities. During class we will discuss suggestions of food alternatives to use in cases of dietary restrictions. Each class combines participation and demonstration. Class size is limited. Each session ends with the class enjoying the food and wine of the evening.

PAYMENT:
All classes meet from 7pm until 9:30pm. Classes during the week cost $70 per each session or three sessions for $195. Saturday classes are $75 each or three for $210. The Saveur class is $85. Reserve your space today! Make check payable to "Company's Coming". No refunds but you can send a friend in your place. A confirmation and directions will be sent upon receipt of your check.

LOCATION:
Classes are held in the Fleischman's spacious, fully equipped kitchen. Dinner is eaten at the large table in the adjoining dining room. Their house is located off Connecticut Avenue within walking distance of the Cleveland Park Metro stop. During the spring and summer months, classes will be held outside on a large deck if weather permits.

HAVE YOUR OWN GROUP?
Company's Coming can plan a custom class with you to match your specific needs. The class makes a perfect team building experience for business associates. Friends will enjoy making a cooking class part of a birthday, anniversary, shower or other celebration. Meals can be planned around vegetarian, gluten free and other restricted diets. Please call us to discuss and arrange your own class.

A Look Ahead to Spring

Thursday, April 16 - View Details

Food for a Spring Evening

Tuesday, April 21 - View Details

Flavors of Sicily

Wednesday, May 6 - View Details

Tony's Tastes of Portugal

Thursday, May 14 - View Details

Our Favorite Lamb

Monday, May 18 - View Details

Travels of the Fork & Cork: Argentine Barbecue

Saturday, May 30 - View Details

Travels of the Fork & Cork: The Italian Mediterranean

Tuesday, June 9 - View Details

Some All Time Favorites

Saturday, June 27 - View Details

Pam's Steak Class

Wednesday, July 8 - View Details

Ribs Times Three

Saturday, July 25 - View Details

Travels of the Fork & Cork: Small Plates of the Western Mediterranean

Tuesday, July 28 - View Details

Feast on Grilled Fish

Thursday, July 30 - View Details

Spanish Classics from Saveur

Thursday, August 6 - View Details

The Best Flavors of Summer

Saturday, August 15 - View Details

Moroccan Grill Treats

Tuesday, August 18 - View Details

A Look Ahead to Spring

Thursday, April 16

Shrimp Scampi
Asparagus Salad with Shallots and Red Pepper
Salad of Roasted Vidalia Onions and Arugula
The Perfect Roasted Chicken
Blueberry Ice Cream

A lovely early spring meal with an all American feel. Join us as Ed breaks out the grill for the start of grill season! American wines from three states will complete the meal!

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Food for a Spring Evening

Tuesday, April 21

Phyllo Filled with Lamb and Nuts
Spinach Salad with Vinaigrette
Roasted Garlic Potatoes
Salmon Grilled on Fennel
Lemon Sorbetto

A lovely early spring meal reflecting several cultures that all go together beautifully. Ed will select a trio of Mediterranean wines to complement our meal!

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Flavors of Sicily

Wednesday, May 6

Asparagus and Mozzarella Salad
Pasta with Ricotta Tomato Sauce
Tuna with Arugula Stuffing
Slow Cooked Green Beans
Chocolate Mocha and Rum Cake

We spent a wonderful week at a cooking program in Sicily and came to love this region of Italy's foods. Learn to cook this easy to prepare meal that ends with a simple but delicious dessert. Wonderful flavorful wines from Southern Italy and Sicily.

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Tony's Tastes of Portugal

Thursday, May 14

Fishermen's Seafood Stew
Portuguese Lamb Chops
Green Beans with Coriander
Lemon Torte

Join us as Tony Quinn from Cleveland Park Wines brings a selection of Portuguese wines for the class to enjoy. Learn why the wines of Portugal are receiving renewed interest in the wine world. A meal of Portuguese favorites will complete the evening.

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Our Favorite Lamb

Monday, May 18

Shrimp Scampi
Butterflied Lamb with Garlic and Cumin
Rice Pilaf with Almonds
Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Cream and Jam Filled Dessert Sandwiches

Lovely season, lovely food. This easy to make meal says "special" whenever you serve it. The wines will be pinots - red and white to showcase American and French favorites.

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Travels of the Fork & Cork: Argentine Barbecue

Saturday, May 30

Empanadas
Steak with Chimichuri Sauce
Grilled Eggplant
Pasta, Fig and Spinach Salad
Dulce de Leche Ice Cream

Enjoy the wonderful flavors of Argentina as the group prepares its own barbecue. There will be delicious reds and whites for everyone to savor. Note: Saturday classes are $75 a person, three for $210.

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Travels of the Fork & Cork: The Italian Mediterranean

Tuesday, June 9

Grilled Shrimp with Arugula, Orange and Chickpeas
Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil
Grilled Branzino
Roasted Fennel and Potatoes
Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato

Everyone knows there is something special about Italian food. That is especially true of the area on the Ligurian Coast along the Mediterranean Sea. Come find out why as we taste a wonderful selection of regional food and Italian wines.

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Some All Time Favorites

Saturday, June 27

Crab Brulee
Grilled Lemon Chicken
Creamy Thyme Rice
Bibb Lettuce with Pine Nuts and Goat Cheese
Raspberry Tarte

Learn to make some of Company's Coming' most popular, easy recipes in time for summer enjoyment. Ed will select some delicious American wines for the group to taste with our meal. Note: Saturday classes are $75 a person.

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Pam's Steak Class

Wednesday, July 8

Celery Salad with Roquefort
Steak Three Ways plus Sauce
Rosemary Potatoes
Chocolate Gelato

This is the perfect time of the year for this meal. Pam will show the group how to prepare a fillet of beef from a whole tenderloin while discussing hanger and flat iron steak cuts. The food with be complemented by delicious red wines from three continents.

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Ribs Times Three

Saturday, July 25

Spicy Shrimp
The Ribs
Potato Salad Vinaigrette
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Chocolate Mousse Ice Box Cake

A delicious way to grill and enjoy beef, baby back and spare ribs! This is absolutely one of Ed's favorite dishes to make - and eat. We will enjoy some hearty red wines with our meal. Saturday classes are $75 each or 3 for $210.

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Travels of the Fork & Cork: Small Plates of the Western Mediterranean

Tuesday, July 28

Tuna Carpaccio
Sizzling Lemon Shrimp
White Gazpacho
Provencal Roast Tomatoes
Ricotta Cheese Cake

Wonderful small plates that deliver an amazing amount of flavor without too much effort. We will start with white wine sangria and then move onto some Spanish and Italian wines perfect for enjoying on the deck.

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Feast on Grilled Fish

Thursday, July 30

Snow Peas with Crab
Grilled Whole Fish with Garlic Sauce
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan
Roasted Potatoes with Bacon
Blueberry and Nectarine Crisp

Maximum flavors come through in each of these dishes! Some flavorful American and Chilean wines will complement this great meal.

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Spanish Classics from Saveur

Thursday, August 6

Red Pepper Omelette
Potatoes Stewed with Paprika and Chorizo
Grilled Shellfish Paella Flan

This meal features some of the best loved food of Spain. Saveur will provide door prizes, a gift tote bag filled with goodies for each participant as well as a year's subscription to the magazine which has a regular subscription price of $29.95. The cost of this class is $85. Need we add that delicious Spanish wines will be enjoyed?

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The Best Flavors of Summer

Saturday, August 15

Cold Tomato Soup
Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Fresh Corn Salad
Grilled Peach Melba

It just wouldn't be summer at Company's Coming without a meal of the best produce of the season and our most requested fish dish! The delicious food will get some special summer wines to match. Come find out why this is one of our favorite meals of the year! Saturday classes are $75 each or 3 for $210.

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Moroccan Grill Treats

Tuesday, August 18

Moroccan Salads
Shrimp on Skewers
Lamb on Skewers
Couscous Salad
Grilled Figs with Honey Ice Cream

This menu is the perfect final note for a season of delicious classes. Moroccan cuisine has been one of our favorites since a trip to this North African nation. Mediterranean wines will be selected to complement our meal.

Company's Coming Customized Classes
At Company's Coming you can select from three kinds of Customized Classes. Select the kind of class that meets the needs of your group. Whichever you choose, you will know that each class at Company's Coming is planned so that everyone in your group gets the most out of the experience.

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Gift Certificates are available from Company's Coming for any number of classes. The lucky recipient can select a class to fit his or her schedule. Just email Jinny at info@companycoming.com or call her at 202-966-3361 to discuss your particular needs.

To redeem a Company's Coming gift certificate, select the class you wish to attend and email Jinny at info@companycoming.com or call her at 202-966-3361 to check space availability and to register.

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Note: Menus may vary slightly from above menus depending on availability of ingredients the day of the class.