Art of the Meal

Cooking/Demo Class-Ferments: Foundations for the Home Kitchen
2026-01-24 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Art of the Meal, 617 Broadway, Marble Falls, TX, 78654, United States
Why Ferments Matter
So many people today deal with ongoing digestive discomfort and food sensitivities, often without clear answers. Traditional fermented foods have long been part of home kitchens around the world, not as a trend, but as a practical way of preparing food that is gentle, nourishing, and supportive of digestion.Fermentation helps break down vegetables, making them easier for the body to digest, while naturally introducing beneficial bacteria that support a healthy gut environment. Unlike supplements or highly processed “health foods,” ferments are made from simple ingredients using methods that have been trusted for generations.Learning to make ferments at home brings you back to steady, hands-on kitchen practices that care for the body over time. Small additions — like a spoonful of sauerkraut alongside a meal — can become a simple, sustainable way to support digestive health and overall well-being.

What You’ll Learn
How fermentation works and why it matters
Proper salting and brine ratios
Packing jars correctly to avoid mold
How to tell the difference between healthy fermentation and spoilage
How long to ferment, when to refrigerate, and how to store your ferments
Simple ways to flavor and customize ferments at home
Hands-On (Make & Take Home):
Classic sauerkraut
Quick vegetable ferment (seasonal vegetables)
Demonstration:
Honey garlic fermentation (great for winter colds)
Troubleshooting common fermentation issues
You’ll leave with two jars of ferments you’ve made yourself, along with clear, printed instructions so you can confidently repeat the process at home.

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Step into the warmth of a countryside French kitchen and master four timeless dishes. We’ll caramelize onions low and slow for the richest French onion soup, braise chicken in Burgundy wine for an unforgettable coq au vin, and crisp duck-fat potatoes to golden perfection. End the evening with a silky chocolate mousse—no baking required.A perfect night for home cooks ready to elevate comfort classics with true French technique.
• French Onion Soup• Coq au Vin (red wine–braised chicken with mushrooms + lardons)• Pommes Sarladaises (crispy duck-fat potatoes with garlic + parsley)• Blender Chocolate Mousse
You are welcome to BYOB, and come hungry!

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Step into a candlelit evening designed for slowing down, savoring, and celebrating.A relaxed, intimate night for couples and friends who want to celebrate Valentine’s weekend deliciously- You are welcome to BYOB.
• Roasted Butternut Squash Soup • Thinly Sliced Filet Mignon with Bourbon Maple Mustard Sauce• Parmesan Whipped Potatoes• Maple-Butter Green Beans•Sourdough Focaccia (Recipe provided)• Classic Crème Brûlée

SOLD OUT-A Valentine Night in Paris
2026-02-14 18:00 - 20:00
Celebrate Valentine’s weekend with an unforgettable hands-on cooking experience.Guests will sip French onion soup as they arrive, then roll up their sleeves to cook a complete romantic dinner from scratch—soft potato gnocchi, slow-braised beef bourguignon, and honey-glazed carrots. We’ll finish the night with indulgent molten chocolate cakes, baked individually and served with fresh vanilla whipped cream.
Perfect for couples, friends, or solo food lovers who want to cook, learn, and share a delicious meal together.You are welcome to BYOB
• French Onion Soup (warm and welcoming appetizer on arrival)• Handmade Gnocchi tossed with Parmesan–Roasted Garlic Butter• Beef Bourguignon• Honey & Thyme Roasted Carrots• Molten Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream

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