Education

Learn to grow your own vegetables, whether you have a backyard, patio, or just a sunny windowsill. This workshop covers soil preparation, seed starting, watering, pest management, and harvest timing. Discover which vegetables are easiest to grow. Understand the seasons and frost dates for your area. Learn about companion planting and crop rotation. Leave with […]

Master the ancient art of bread baking with focus on sourdough and artisan techniques. Learn about fermentation, gluten development, shaping, and scoring. Create your own sourdough starter and troubleshoot common bread-baking challenges. Understand how to achieve that perfect crust and open crumb structure. You’ll bake multiple loaves and take home your creations. Recipes and troubleshooting […]

Discover the bold, complex flavors of Thai cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic Thai curries, pad thai, and other classic dishes from scratch. You’ll learn how to balance the five essential Thai flavors: sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and umami. Our experienced Thai chef teaches traditional techniques for preparing fresh ingredients, making […]

Learn the art of making fresh pasta from scratch with Chef Giovanni. We’ll make fettuccine, ravioli, and finish with a delicious meal together.

Practice conversational Spanish in a supportive, judgment-free environment. This intermediate-level circle welcomes learners eager to improve fluency through real conversation. Native Spanish speakers and advanced learners facilitate discussions on rotating topics. Topics include culture, current events, travel, food, and daily life. We break into small groups by proficiency level so everyone can participate comfortably. This […]

Learn to capture compelling moments in urban environments. Street photography combines technical skills with artistic vision to tell stories through images. This workshop covers camera settings, composition techniques, lighting challenges, and the ethical considerations of street photography. You’ll learn how to see interesting moments before they happen, work with natural light, compose compelling images, and […]

Master the fundamentals of digital photography with your smartphone or camera. Learn about composition, lighting, exposure, and how to see like a photographer. This class covers technical basics and artistic principles that will immediately improve your photos. You’ll shoot during the class with guidance from our instructor. We cover smartphone photography tips, basic DSLR settings, […]

Master the ancient art of bread baking with focus on sourdough and artisan techniques. Learn about fermentation, gluten development, shaping, and scoring. Create your own sourdough starter and troubleshoot common bread-baking challenges. Understand how to achieve that perfect crust and open crumb structure. You’ll bake multiple loaves and take home your creations. Recipes and troubleshooting […]

Sample a selection of premium California wines with sommelier David Laurent. Learn about wine regions, varietals, and tasting techniques. Light appetizers included.