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Key contact: Simple Abundance at simple.abundance@acfb.org
Click here to view the schedule of upcoming classes, where you can use our easy online registration process to sign up for one of these exciting events.
What is it?
Learn to cook in a state-of-the-art teaching facility as the finest chefs in Metro Atlanta donate their talents, time and ingredients. During the two-hour sessions chefs prepare, on average, three recipes and share samples with participants.
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Participants patiently wait for the chef to finish a demonstration before they dive into their dishes.
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From Chef Pano Karatassos of Kyma to Kevin Rathbun of Rathbun's and Krog Bar get insiders' tips from the best of the best and try their recipes at home!
Where and When
Classes are held in four locations, The Cook's Warehouse in Brookhaven, The Cook's Warehouse in Midtown, The Cook's Warehouse in Decatur and The Kroger School of Cooking in Alpharetta.
Directions are available for The Cook's Warehouse and The Kroger School of Cooking in Alpharetta.
Cost/Tuition
Costs vary depending on level of participation, ranging from $40 to $150.
One-hundred percent of class tuition benefits Atlanta's Table, a project of the Atlanta Community Food Bank.
Registration
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Chef Jonathan St. Hilaire cuts phyllo dough at a Simple Abundance class at The Cook's Warehouse.
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Classes are on a first-come, first-served basis and fill up quickly.
Please note that the non-refundable class tuition fee is required at the time of registration.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation is accepted no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled class. No cash refunds will be given. A one-time class credit will be issued, based upon schedule availability.
To register, please scroll down to class schedule and click on the link to our secure site. Please have your credit card information handy.
Questions?
Email simpleabundance@acfb.org
or call (404) 892-3333 ext. 1444.
Testimonials
"It's the tricks of the trade that you learn in class that make it worth the price of admission." -- participant
"What a great and creative way for us to give back to the community. I can't wait to come back. " -- participating chef
Class Schedule
To view details of a class or to register, please click on the link in the name of the class. Please have your credit card information handy.
All classes include door prizes provided by: Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Via Elisa Fresh Pasta, and Atlanta Beverage Company.
- May 5
Allegro
Chef Jose Rego of Allegro
The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown
($55, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration &Tasting)
Continuing our tasteful tour through Italy, we make a stop in Central Italy with a 'guide' skilled in the customs of Italian fine dining and whose restaurant continues to increase in popularity. Tonight's delicious menu indicates why: Scallop Carpaccio with capers, radishes, red onions, Ligurian olives, celery micro greens; Delizia Salad - with roasted beets and caramelized Granny Smith apples with mixed greens served with semolina encrusted goat cheese cake and blood orange vinaigrette; and Cannelloni Allegro - homemade cannelloni filled with King Crab meat, roasted fennel, and mascarpone cheese garnished with zucchini, squash and tomatoes. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese and Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta.
Location: The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Avenue, Atlanta GA 30306
Click here to register and pay online for The Allegro class.
- May 19
Oyster Pearls
Chef Jon Schwenk of C &S Oyster Bar
The Kroger School of Cooking - Alpharetta
($40, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration &Tasting)
Chef Schwenk prepares delicious delectable dishes from his popular restaurant featuring a showdown of East Coast vs. West Coast Oysters with a variety of sauces, Maine Crab Salad with green apple and grapefruit vinaigrette, Seared Salmon over corn and blue crab risotto with sweet tomato onion broth, arugula and parmesan salad. Evening includes wine tastings and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese and Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta.
Location: The Kroger School of Cooking - 12460 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta GA 30004
Click here to register and pay online for The Oyster Pearls class.
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June 9
Catch the Wave
Chef Adam Newton of The Oceanaire Seafood Room
The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown
($55, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration &Tasting)
There's nothing like the taste of fresh seafood. Tonight Chef Newton will take you on a culinary journey only Oceanaire can provide. Known for its ultra-fresh seafood flown in daily from around the world and its daily-printed menu, Oceanaire has everything from Alaskan halibut, seasonal favorites like fresh Copper River salmon or hard to find delicacies like true Dover sole or bluefin tuna. Don't let seafood intimidate you, let seafood seduce you. Chef Newton will provide tips on how to prepare seafood with a menu sure to tempt your tastebuds. Due to adherence to the use of fresh seasonal seafood, the actual menu will be available closer to the class date. Keep check of www.acfb.org for the class menu. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese and Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta.
Location: The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Avenue, Atlanta GA 30306
Click here to register and pay online for The Catch the Wave class.
- June 23
Fiesta!
Chef Eddie Hernandez of Taqueria Del Sol (and formerly Sundown Café)
The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown
($55, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration &Tasting)
He's back by popular demand! It's always a fiesta of fun and fantastic flavors with Chef Hernandez, one of Atlanta's favorite chefs. Tonight he showcases some of the delicious Mexican and cross-cultural flavors and fabulous dishes from his ever popular restaurant that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese and Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta.
Location: The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Avenue, Atlanta GA 30306
Click here to register and pay online for The Fiesta! class.
- July 14
Traditional North Indian Cuisine
Chef Archna Becker of Bhojanic
The Cook's Warehouse - Decatur
($50, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration &Tasting)
Experience the culinary world of delicious Indian cuisine. Students will learn how to prepare a traditional North Indian meal including Bengan Bharta - roasted eggplant, Alu Gobhi - potato and cauliflower with ginger, Saag Paneer - creamed spinach with Indian cheese, Chicken Tikka Masala - Tandoori chicken in a tomato cream sauce, Peas Pullao - Basmati rice with peas and whole spices, Raita - cucumber yogurt sauce, and Chapati - whole wheat flat bread. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by Sherlock's Wine Merchant and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese and Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta.
Location: The Cook's Warehouse - Decatur: 180 West Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur GA 30030
Click here to register and pay online for Traditional North Indian Cuisine class.
- July 21
Bon Appetit Y'all
Chef Virginia Willis
The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown
($60, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration, Tasting &Booksigning!)
Join French-trained chef and cookbook author Virginia Willis as she features seasonal, fresh recipes from her new cookbook, Bon Appétit Y'all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern Cooking. Publishers Weekly says, "Magnificent color photos; detailed, helpful tips; and Willis's cheerful, trustworthy guidance makes this an original and welcome newcomer to a classic cookbook library." You'll enjoy great recipes, tips, and classic technique as Virginia demonstrates what critics are calling "refined Southern cuisine." Students will enjoy Corn Soup with Heirloom Tomato Garnish, Black Eyed Pea Salad, Pulled Pork Sandwiches on Brioche with Mama's BBQ Sauce, and Georgia Peach Souffles for dessert. Cookbooks will be available for purchase and Virginia will be available to sign them. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese, Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta, and a personalized signed cookbook by Virginia!
Location: The Cook's Warehouse - Midtown: 549-1 Amsterdam Avenue, Atlanta GA 30306
Click here to register and pay online for The Bon Appetit Y'all class.
The Cook's Warehouse classes also include wine tastings/pairings, sponsored by Sherlock's, Purveyor of Fine Wines at Brookhaven and Decatur and National Distributing Co., Inc. at Midtown.
Some of the past Simple Abundance classes have been taught by the following chefs:
- Kevin Rathbun, Rathbun's
- Elisa Gambino, Via Elisa Fresh Pasta
- Sarah Scott, Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley
- Scott Crawford, 101 Concepts
- Pano Karatassos, Kyma
- Jimmy Meas, Goldfish
- Eddie Hernandez, Taqueria del Sol
- Michael Tuohy, Woodfire Grill
- Richard Holley, Cabernet
- Chris Kinjo, MF Sushi Bar
- Dennis Lange, Five Seasons Brewing
- Ricardo Ullio,Sotto Sotto & Fritti
- Gerry Klaskala, Aria
- Scott Peacock, Watershed
- Marvin Woods, Turner South's "Home Plate"
Partnerships
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Simple Abundance is made possible by the generous support of the following partners:
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