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Enjoy a hearty sampling of stews from various regions of Guatemala. Jocón (chicken, tomatillo and cilantro stew); Tapado (pork and shrimp stew with tomatoes, green plantains and coconut); Hilachas (spicy shredded beef with dried peppers, tomatoes and potatoes); Arroz Chapín (vegetable rice); Plátanos Fritos (pan-fried ripe plantains). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Edina Edible art, music and fun. Private event. International School of Minnesota 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie (952) 918-1800 Saturday, February 23, 2008, 12-2 p.m. Join us for a cooking demonstration and tasting of a hot Latin dish. Find us at the Heartland Food Network Exhibition location. 14th Annual Twin Cities Food and Wine Experience More information at: Twin Cities Food and Wine Experience Minneapolis Convention Center Monday, February 25, 2008, 6-8:30 p.m. Learn the techniques to make the perfect steak at home and how to add variety to your routine. Grilled ribeye with Bernaise Sauce; Pommes Duchesse; Ratatouille; Crêpes Suzette. Register at: Royal Pantry Cooking School, Hopkins Wednesday, February 27, 200, 11 a.m. -2 p.m. Corporate Team Building Event -Private. Royal Pantry Cooking School, Hopkins --------------------------------------------------- Sunday, March 2, 2008, 1-3p.m. SAVE THE DATE! The Landmark Center presents: “Chapinlandia” A culinary seminar and tasting and cultural discussion about Guatemala by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu. More information at: Landmark Center, St. Paul 75 West 5th Street // Saint Paul // 651.292.3233 Monday, March 3, 2008, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Journey through exciting lands and learn how to prepare meals perfect for entertaining. Arroz con pollo (chicken and rice with saffron, wine and olives); Mexican Caesar with lime-anchovy vinaigrette; Camarones al ajillo (shrimp in garlic sauce flamed with tequila); Coctel de frutas (fruit cocktail with orange-cinnamon sauce). Friday, March 21, 2008, Noon SAVE THE DATE! Gourmet Latin Palate Macy's welcomes Amalia Damgaard, private chef and owner of Cooking for Fun... Seriously!(www.cookparty.com), a culinary business specializing in custom events and entertainment featuring Latin & Spanish gourmet cuisine and culture. A native of Guatemala, and a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Chef Amalia will demonstrate some of her own recipes using classic French and Latin techniques and flavors, converting traditional recipes into extraordinary dishes. ---------------------------------------------------
The International School of Minnesota Annual Social Event at the Landscape Arboretum in Chaska. Enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean and dance the night away to hot live music. Register at : International School of Minnesota 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie (952) 918-1800 Saturday, April 19, 2008, 6:30-9 p.m. Cooking Show Dinner in your Own Casa Chef Amalia prepares a four-course dinner for eight at the home of a very special guest in Edina. During the hot cooking fiesta, attendees pick up on professional cooking techniques and participate in a cultural discussion. Private Event Wednesday, April 23, 2008 Uncork Spring Supervalu-NSHMBA Hispanic Professional night, networking, innovation center touring, delicious South American cuisine paired with Sauvignon Blanc, Carmenere and Malbec. Supervalu, Eden Prairie Private Event Wednesday, April 30, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Spice up your life! Join us for a night of "sinsational" cooking as we discuss the basics of Spanish and Latin cuisine and prepare scrumptious Tapas sure to delight your palate. Sizzling Prawns (shrimp in spicy garlic sauce flambéed with cognac); Almejas al Horno (mussels with saffron-wine-sofrito steamed in banana leaves); Pinchos Moruños (grilled spiced pork skewers); Latin Ratatouille (roasted steamed vegetables with chile pepper sofrito); Crema Catalana (Spanish Crème Brûlée). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Edina ---------------------------------------------------
Savor this culinary tribute to Frida Kahlo, the painter whose art was heavily influenced by the indigenous cultures of her native Mexico. You'll celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style as you enjoy traditional dishes as vibrant and colorful as Kahlo's works. Pico de Gallo Salad (Jicama, prickly pears, orange and piquin chile powder); Manchamanteles (pork stew with vegetables, fruits and dried chile peppers); Arroz con Limón (Lime rice); and Merenguitos (puffed egg whites with vanilla bean). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, St. Paul Thursday, May 22, 2008, 12-1 p.m. Spring Gathering Latin Style A time to network and to enjoy sassy Latin cuisine prepared by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard for this very special group. Target Corp. St. Louis Park Private Event Friday, May 30, 2008, 6:30-9:30 p.m. ¡Fiesta Caliente
! The fiesta takes place at the home of a very special host in Eden Prairie. During the hot cooking demonstration, guests watch how each dish is prepared right in front of their eyes. The especially designed caliente menu balances textures and flavors from various regions of Latin America and Spain. Private Event --------------------------------------------------- Thursday, June 5th and Sunday, June 8th, 2008, 11:30 a.m. SAVE THE DATE! Moonlit Garden Party --Exquisito! Taste and learn about the exquisito flavors of Argentina and Brazil in a lively and fun demonstration led by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard and pick up tips on how to entertain Latin Style with ease with these fabulous recipes: Ensalada de Morrones Asados (Charred bell pepper salad) and Sagú de Vinho Rosado (Tapioca Pearls a la Rosé) and more. Recipes and entertaining tips available online after June 4th. Demonstration at Eden Prairie store on June 5th. More information at: Bachman's Floral, Home and Garden Center Flagship Store and Corporate Office, 6010 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55419 (612) 861-7600 --------------------------------------------------- Monday, July 14, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Gauchos and Malbec If you like steak, you’ll love it Argentinean style. Grilled flavors, paired with dense and rich aromas and textures, make for a fantastic evening of relaxing and delicious fun. Mate (tea); Oregano and onion empanadas (stuffed pastries); Pan-grilled steak with Chimichurri (parsley-garlic sauce); Papas al Horno (roasted potatoes); Ají Asado (roasted marinated peppers); Sopa de Manzanas (Apple soup). Paired with Argentinean wines (tasting flight of two wines included). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Edina Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Summer Gathering Event/NSHMBA The summer breeze, a hot menu, and South American live music set the stage for this NSHMBA summer event. Menu: Escabeche de Camaron; Ensalada Rusa; Arroz con Pollo; Merengue de Mango; and Refresco de frutas. Private event at the Landmark Center, St. Paul
--------------------------------------------------- Sunday, August 10, 2008, 11-2 p.m. Baptism & Celebración Al Estilo Guatemalteco The proud parents of a beautiful baby boy celebrate the baptism of their first child in the company of friends and relatives ---Guatemalan style! The menu promises a wide array of traditional dishes, sure to delight everyone. Private Event in St. Louis Park Thursday, August 14, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Summer Entertaining: Tapas y Flores ( Bachman's on Lyndale, Greenhouse) Join Private Chef, Amalia Damgaard, and Bachman's Floral Specialist and Macy's Floranova Flower Show Designer, Dan Kotecki, for festive tips on home entertaining in our fun and casual setting. Imagine the aromas and flavors of the Mediterranean invading your senses while sampling fabulous Spanish cuisine. Menu: Ensalada Sevillana (Oranges, capers, Manzanilla olives stuffed with anchovies, and butter lettuce with sherry-tarragon vinaigrette); Paella de Pollo y Mariscos (Rice, chicken and seafood with peppers, fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil, saffron, rosemary and wine); and for dessert, Coctel de Sangría (fresh fruit in sangria sauce). Cost $45. Limit 20. (Register soon, this one of a kind event will sell fast!) Register at: this website. Go to the Contact Us page and click on the PayPal button (pay by credit card). Bachman's Flagship Store and Corporate Office 6010 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55419 (612) 861-7600. For map/directions, visit Bachman's Floral, Home and Garden Center. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 2:30 p.m. Secrets of Guatemalan Cooking During the annual Guatemalan Potluck Picnic (1-6 p.m.), private chef Amalia shares her culinary and cultural insights while growing up in Guatemala and demonstrates a traditional recipe. Guatemalan Picnic at Rosedale Park Pavilion (more details to follow soon) Monday, August 25, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Pintxos - Tapas for a Summer's Evening Around 9 p.m. every evening in San Sebastian, an old town at the heart of Basque Country in northern Spain, just 20 km from the French border, locals begin the txikiteo. They stroll from bar to bar in small groups - cuadrillas - to sample tapas and drinks. Join Amalia for our take on this time-honored celebration of traditional Basque cuisine. Menu: Bacalao a la Vizcaína (salt-cod, red peppers, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, capers and olives); Pipérade Basquaise (tomatoes, bell peppers, herbs and scrambled eggs and ham); Poulet Basque (chicken stew with tomatoes, onions, peppers and white wine); Crêpes flambées aux pommes (Calvados-flamed crepes with apples). Paired with Spanish and French wines (tasting flights of two wines included). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Edina --------------------------------------------------- Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 5-8 p.m. EP Chamber of Commerce Eden Prairie's Chefs Showcase Join us at this unique After Hours Event by the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce. Taste fine cuisine paired with complimentary wine tastings with cooking presentations by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard and more. Register at: Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Bearpath Country Club 18100 Bearpath Trail, Eden Prairie, MN 55347 (952) 975-0123 Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 12-1 p.m. Sabores de America Latina - Flavors of Latin America A very special annual celebration in a bilingual format of Hispanic culture during Hispanic Heritage Month. Participants enjoy a wide array of Latin dishes along, art, culture and music, and much more... the Latin way! Target Corp. Downtown Private Event Thursday, September 18, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Delicious Wishes/The Make-A- Wish Foundation Celebrity Chefs Night Join us for a unique food and wine experience benefiting The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Minnesota featuring demonstrations by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard and more held at the Roth Luxury Kitchen Showroom in Minnetonka, a beautiful facility featuring high-end appliances and a culinary center for live demonstrations. Register at: Delicious Wishes Event location: The Roth Luxury Kitchen Showroom 1300 W. 47th Street • Minnetonka Friday, September 26, 2008, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Macy's Private Chef Amalia Damgaard demonstrates some of her own recipes at a very special event at Macy's Culinary Council downtown. More details to follow soon! More information at: Macy's Hispanic Heritage Month Monday, September 29, 2008, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. Flavors and Cultures of Latin America 2008 at Best Buy Celebrating Hispanic Month with gourmet tastings of traditional Latin cuisine, bilingual culinary presentations, live music and more. Best Buy Convention Center Headquarters Private Event Monday, September 29, 2008, 6-8:30 p.m. Chiles and Steak Chile peppers and culture anyone? A class designed for the adventurous steak lover. Learn the background, the techniques and the various ways to prepare beef and chile peppers. Menu: Churrasco con Chirmol (Guatemalan steak with charred tomato-mint and chiles salsa); Costillas Adobadas (grilled ribs in spicy adobo sauce); Ensalada de Pimientos (Argentinean red bell peppers marinated in garlic-olive oil-herb sauce); Papas Chorreadas (potatoes with chile confetti and light butter-parsley sauce). Register at: Royal Pantry Cooking School, Hopkins --------------------------------------------------- Friday, October 17, 2008, 12-1 p.m. Cocina y Cultura Latina 2008 at Supervalu Celebrating Hispanic Month with education and gourmet traditional Latin cuisine, presentations and more. Supervalu Eden Prairie Private Event Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 6-9 p.m. A Night in Havana Whether you are lounging near the clear waters of Playas del Este, or strolling among the majestic architecture of Old Town, you can see there's no place in the world quite like Havana. Join Amalia for an evening of Cuban cuisine you won't soon forget. Menu: Cuban Roast Pork in Mojo (Roasted marinated pork with garlic, cumin and herbs sauce); Moros y Cristianos (black beans and rice); Tostones (green plantain chips); Mojito Criollo (traditional lime, mint and rum drink); and Fuego Liquido (rum-beer and fruit cocktail dessert). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Grand 877 Grand Avenue St. Paul MN: (651) 228-1333 Thursday, October 23, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Cocina and Bodega: Deliciously Fun Cuisine Join us for an evening of Latin Tapas, cool drinks and hot live music featuring a live demonstration by Private Chef Amalia Damgaard, a native of Guatemala, and a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu. Chef Amalia specializes in Latin and Spanish gourmet cuisine, history and culture, and will prepare tastings in our newly remodeled kitchen. Register at: (952) 941-8400 Preserve Association 11221 Anderson Lakes Pkwy, Eden Prairie, MN ( 952) 941-8400Monday, October 27, 2008, 6-8:30 p.m. Spanish and Cocina Latina Quite possibly the perfect menu for special gatherings. It is not only exquisito, but fun and easy to prepare. Menu: Paella de pollo y chorizo (rice, chicken and Spanish sausage, with vegetables, saffron, wine and rosemary); Gambas al ajillo (shrimp in garlic sauce); Spicy Caesar (a fun twist of the original with greens, avocado, tomato and lime-chile-anchovy vinaigrette); Fresco de Jamaica (hibiscus flower water). Register at: Royal Pantry Cooking School, Hopkins --------------------------------------------------- Friday, November 7, 2008, 6-9 p.m. Small Plates: French with A Twist Entertain this holiday season with ease and elegance. Amalia will introduce you to a selection of small plate dishes that bring together formal French flavors and the flair of Latin cuisine. Steak with Chimichurri Butter; Crêpes with Dulce de Leche; Crab cakes with Lemon and Serrano Salsa; Chicken Bonbons with Jalapeño Glaze; Chayote Squash, Tomatillos, & Poblano Pepper Confit; Eggplant Caviar with Yucca Chips; Café Brulôt (spiced coffee with Kahlúa and flamed with Grand Marnier). Register at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, Edina Monday, November 24, 2008, 6-8:30 p.m. Favoritos de America Latina Exquisito and caliente! This menu promises to generate rave reviews from your guests. Tostadas de guacamol (avocados, lime, herbs cheese, crispy corn tortillas, the Guatemalan way); Tortillas con carne asada (soft corn tortillas, grilled steak strips with spicy Criolla pepper salsa; Ceviche de Mariscos (seafood, vegetables and fresh herbs marinated in hot chile-citrus sauce); Delicia de Dulce de Leche (caramel milk, cream and chocolate). Register at: Royal Pantry Cooking School, Hopkins --------------------------------------------------- Monday, December 1, 2008, 11 a.m.-2 p.m Venezuelan Flavors From the Andes to the Amazon, South America is an adventurer's dream, with a great diversity in topography, culture, and gastronomy. Join us for a journey through a diverse cuisine influenced by native Indian, African and European fare. Pabellón Criollo (Venezuelan shredded beef with rice and beans); Caraotas Negras (black beans with vegetables and spices); Arroz Blanco Venezolano (Venezuelan white rice); Tajadas (Pan fried plantains); Arepas (corn cakes). Participation class. Register at: Edina Community Education Saturday, December 13, 2008, 6 - midnight Feliz Navidad Merry Gatherings with cocina fantastica for a night with very jolly guests! Attendees enjoy a cross cultural menu at the home of a hospitable host in Chaska. Private Event
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