Sushi & other Japanese Recipe’s

Come and learn how to make some joyful Japanese recipes. In this class there will be some hands on Sushi making, a demonstration of a Tofu, Shitake Teriyaki that Sonja developed while working at The Naam restaurant and an Edamae Salad. Bring your appetite an apron and a few containers in case of leftovers.

When: Monday May 28 6:00 – 9:00

Where: Shoreline School

To Register: Call Jaun De fuca recreation center  – 250- 478-8384

Cost: $55.00

In this class Chef Sonja will teach some recipes with alternative sweeteners and a soup that will help to balance blood sugar. The chef will also give you some helpful tips on eating for diabetes. Some of the recipes are Banana Cashew Butter Muffins, Yam & Walnut Cookies, a Herb & Tahini sugar free salad dressing and Sunchoke & Carrot Soup. Sample some of these delicious recipes after the lesson.

When: Tuesday May15 6:00-8:30

 Where: Monterey center Oak Bay  1442 Oak Bay Ave.

Cost: $50.50

To Register call: 250-370-7300

In this class you will learn recipes using nuts and seeds to substitute dairy products. In vegan cooking & baking nuts and seeds are an essential form of protein. Chef Sonja will teach recipes like a dairy free Cream Pie, an Almond or Cashew Gravy with Veggies, a Leek Soup with almond milk and more. You will receive a recipe folder to take home. Bring some to go containers.

When: Monday May 14

Where:Fairfield Community Place Centre

Cost: $50.00

To Register call:250-382-4604

Italian Vegetarian

 It seems it’s hard to find authentic Italian vegetarian food. Over the years Chef Sonja has developed one of the finest Vegetarian Lasagne recipes even though it’s not 100% traditional. Other recipes include a Spelt & Kamut Focaccia Bread and a Caesar Salad. Bring your appetite and a couple of containers in case of leftovers. Share this experience with friends and family.

When – Thursday May 10 6:00 – 8:30

Where – Monterey centre, Oak Bay

Cost – $50.50

To Register call – 250-370-7300

When: Monday April 30 6:30 – 9:30

Where: Fairfield Community Place Center

Cost: $50.00

To Register call: 250-382-4604

Cooking with Beans

Beans, beans the magical fruit. Not only magical, but healthy and nutritious too!  Let Chef Sonja teach you the tricks of the trade in preparing these delectable morsels of goodness. Some of the delightful recipes are Chick pea & Roasted Veggie Stew, a Bean Dip and Red Lentil, Tomato & Miso Soup. Enjoy a meal after the lesson.

When: Thursday April 26 6:30 – 9:00

Where: Through Esquimalt Rec. held at L’ecole Brodeur School located at 637 Head street.

Cost: $47.00

To Register call: 250-412-8500

Join Chef Sonja and discover some savory and sweet recipes without gluten. Some of the recipes that Sonja will share are a Tofu & Vegetable Stew with a Chick Pea Gravy, Millet Patties, Almond Spice Muffins and Coconut Macaroons. Be ready for an enjoyable time with a sumptuous feast to end off the class. Bring some to go containers.

When: Wednesday April 25 6:00 – 9:00

Where: Shoreline School  2750 Shoreline Drive – just off the Old Island Hwy.

Cost:$55.00

To Register call: 250-478-8384

We invite you to join the chef to explore some marvelous Mediterranean recipes. In this class Chef Sonja will demonstrate how to make a Turkish Spinach Pie (Spanakopita), Stuffed Peppers / Tomato’s, and a Cous Cous salad. Share a delicious meal at the end of the lesson and bring some to go containers.

When:  Thurs. April 19 6:00 – 9:00
Where: Monterey Center Oak bay
Cost: $50.50
To register call: 250-370-7300

When : Wed. April 18 4:30 – 7:30
Where : Cook st. Village Activity center 380 Cook st.
Cost : $47.00 members,or $52.00
To register : Call 250 – 384 – 6542

In this class we will make some vegetarian recipes from the northern part of India. Chef Sonja learned these dishes directly from some East Indian cooks at The Naam restaurant in Vancouver. The menu includes a Carrot, Green Bean and Potato Subji, Palek Paneer Curry (Spinach and Indian cheese), a Mung Bean Dahl and either a Cucumber Raita or a Chutney. Bring your appetite, we will enjoy a delicious meal after the lesson.
Held at Esquimalt Recreation center $47.00 Call 250-412-8500 to register