L'Ecole Culinaire Academy Announces New January and February Classes

For Immediate Release

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RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH CREATIVE CULINARY CLASSES AT L’ECOLE CULINAIRE ACADEMY

More than 50 cooking classes designed for anyone interested in culinary arts

(St. Louis/Dec. 12, 2012) L’École Culinaire Academy announces a new selection of more than 50 classes this January and February designed for professional and amateur “chefs” regardless of skill level. Participants can expand their cooking abilities and advance their techniques while learning a variety of recipes for entrees and desserts, wine appreciation and everything in-between. Classes are taught in the industry-current kitchen at L’École Culinaire Academy, 9200 Olive Boulevard, Suite 108, in Olivette.

For those who want to learn how New Year’s bubbly is made and what makes it taste so good, the Academy is offering “Sparkling Wine Tasting and Production” on January 3, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The January class schedule at the Academy is loaded with tips to begin the new year.

On January 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. one can learn to create roasted pork belly, carnitas, and grilled pork tenderloin in the “All Things Pork” course. “Super Superbowl Snacks” courses are offered on Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Jan. 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. to expand expertise in crafting delicious finger foods to enjoy while watching the game.

“Cooking should be fun and rewarding for all ages and skill levels. Classes like these allow everyone to experience the joy and fun that cooking evokes, and offer the opportunity to try out new things.” said Chef Matthew Borchardt, Director of L’École Culinaire Academy.  “Our classes will equip the every-day chef with the skills, recipes and confidence to prepare delicious meals and treats.”

The February schedule delivers the interesting seasonal class “Mardi Gras Favorites”, offered Feb. 2 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Students will learn to prepare delicious Creole cuisines including traditional craw fish etoufee, jumbalaya, and red beans and rice.

From Feb. 11 through 12, 6 to 9 p.m., the “Date Night Spain” course coaches students through a Spanish meal made of Manchego and Piquillo pepper crostini, shrimp and chorizo skewers, accompanied by asparagus with jamon.  A “Valentine’s Day Cookie Exchange” course is offered for kids on February 9 from 10 am to 1 pm.

All classes are taught at the L’Ecole Culinaire Academy for Culinary Development in Olivette. To register for a class, to view a full list of classes and schedules and for more information, visit www.lecoleacademy.com or call 314-264-1999.

About L’École Culinaire Academy

L’Ecole Culinaire Academy offers gourmet cooking courses designed for the public. Classes range from cooking to wine tasting; ice carving to baking.  The 2,000-square-foot facility is equipped with high-end residential appliances to give students the feel of a home kitchen.  L’Ecole Culinaire Academy is located at 9200 Olive Boulevard, Suite 108, in the Shoppes at Price Crossing, Olivette.  More information about the Academy can be found at www.lecoleacademy.com or by calling 314-264-1999.