(POSTPONED DUE to COVID-19). Keep the takeout menus in the drawer and learn how to make these dishes featuring the flavors of China Japan, Korea and Thailand.
Menu
Scallion Pancakes with ginger soy dipping sauce (demo)
Ramen Bowl
Good Fortune Red-Lacquered Chicken Wings
Pork & Mushroom Dumplings with garlic chile sauce
Shrimp Pad Thai
Cashew Chicken
Szechuan String Beans
Coconut Rice Pudding Brulee with Kumquats

Partial Hands On: $75

Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK or register online.

Cooking together is even more fun when it’s a Mexican Fiesta!  Roll up your sleeves and learn some great south of the border dishes in this hands-on class.
Menu
Queso Fundido with Chorizo & Blue Corn Tortilla Chips
Tuna Tostadas 
Posole – (Tomato based soup with Hominy)
Garlic Shrimp with Creamy Salsa Verde
Carne Asada Tacos with Salsa Rojo
Handmade Tortillas
Elote- street style corn on a stick
Cinnamon Sugar Dusted Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Partial Hands On: $160 per couple

Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK or register online.

This fabulous Springtime menu is filled with great recipes that highlight fresh ingredients to help celebrate the season.
Menu
Scallion Pancakes with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce

Shakshuka – Baked eggs with feta 

Easter Egg Radish and Spring Greens Salad with Parmesan and Herbal Dressing 

Cream of Asparagus Soup

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham

Chicken with Crispy Leeks and Rhubarb Pan Sauce

Spring Pea Pilaf

Strawberry Napoleon

Partial Hands On: $75

Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK or register online.

Menu
Apple & Smoked Gouda Toasts
Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Raisin and Honey Vinaigrette
Pork Tenderloin Encrusted in Herbs
Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan and Lemon
Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
Butternut squash macaroni & cheese
Individual Apple Crisps with Almond Crumble and Amaretto Cream Partial Hands On: $75

Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 12-3 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. Demo is 12-3 pm. FREE

The market is having its Pepper Festival today. too!

Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. Demo is 12-3 pm. FREE

The market is having its Tomato & Basil Festival today. too!

Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. Demo is 12-3 pm. FREE

It is the Peach Festival. Celebrate all things peach and learn about this important crop in NJ.

 Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m.

Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Did you know the tomato is actually a fruit? So are peppers! Chef and Author Rachel Weston has traveled the state to help educate residents on Jersey Fresh Products.  Come taste these and other summer fruits while they are in season this summer.
Spiced Shrimp with Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Grilled Peach Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette
Corn and Poblano Pepper Soup
Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Penne Pasta with Pesto and Pan Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Jersey Blues Shortcakes

Partial Hands-on • $75

Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK or register online.

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. Demo is 12-3 pm.FREE

This week we are celebrating Jersey fresh blue berries and apricots! Rutgers fruit  breeders  Joseph Goffreda and Nick Vorsa will be at the market from 12-3 to answer any questions about the journey to becoming an official Rutgers variety.

 Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 12-3 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Join the Women's Philanthropy Division of the Jewish Federation for an interactive cooking demonstration and tasting, with Rachel Weston, cookbook author and culinary educator.

Location: SSB JCC, 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater NJ 08807

icket: $36

For more event info and to purchase tickets: https://jfedshaw.org/women

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 12-3 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

ooking for a new or different fruit or vegetable to plant in your backyard or windowsill garden this year? The Master Gardeners of Middlesex County can give you some fresh ideas at a workshop titled Growing Unusual Edibles. These include grains, heirloom fruits and a variety of vegetables.

This free seminar is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the EARTH Center located in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park at 42 Riva Ave., South Brunswick.

In this workshop, you’ll learn about new and exciting types of produce you can grow at home, including ingredients that can be used in different international cuisines.

This event is free of charge, but registration is required. To register, please call 732-398-5262 or e-mail Carol.richiusa@co.middlesex.nj.us by April 13

Did you know I am available for private classes or events in your home or a location of your choice? Let me help you create something special for your family, friends or group. Email me for details: njgutsygourmet at yahoo.com

Did you know I am available for private classes or events in your home or a location of your choice? Let me help you create something special for your family, friends or group. Email me for details: njgutsygourmet at yahoo.com

Did you know I am available for private classes or events in your home or a location of your choice? Let me help you create something special for your family, friends or group. Email me for details: njgutsygourmet at yahoo.com

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 12-3 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Rachel Weston, uses her knowledge of Jersey Fresh Produce to highlight fall flavors as she guides students in preparing this flavorful meal.
Apple Cheddar Melts
Kale and Endive Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette and Optional Seared Beef Tenderloin
Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
Fingerling Potatoes with Garlic, Lemon and Herbs
Roasted Broccoli with Smoked Gouda Cheese Sauce
Chocolate Spice Cake with Apple CompotePartial Hands-on • $75
Location: Taste and Technique Cooking Studio, 597 River Road, Fair Haven NJ
Register: Call 732.741.COOK or register online.

Join Rachel Weston, author of "New Jersey Fresh: Four Seasons from Farm to Table." at the market as she cooks the recipe of the day. Rachel will answer questions about seasonal produce, farmers markets and eating with the season. FREE

Demo is 12-3 pm. Market is open 11 am - 5 p.m. Location: Farmers Market at Rutgers Gardens, 124 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ.

More info: http://rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/

Part 3 of a series of 3 workshops at Greenwood Gardens in Short Hills.: Learn about the benefits of buying directly from farmers, and the heirloom tomatoes, antique apples, and other colorful and unusual crops being grown locally–along with internationally inspired ways to cookand preserve them from Rachel Weston.

Part 3: Preserve the Season, Tuesday, October 17
Food preservation is an age-old way of making the most of produce when it is in season. The class includes an overview of canning, freezing, pickling, dehydrating and lacto-fermenting techniques and the equipment needed to get started. There will be a tasting of locally produced specialty food products.

Location: Greenwood Gardens, 274 Old Short Hills Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078

Register for one or all three workshops in this series.
Series of 3 workshops: $50 members; $70 non-members
Individual workshop: $20 members; $30 non-members

Register online here

Part 2 of a series of 3 workshops at Greenwood Gardens in Short Hills.: Learn about the benefits of buying directly from farmers, and the heirloom tomatoes,  being grown locally–along with internationally inspired ways to cook them from Rachel Weston.

Part 2: The Iconic Jersey Tomato, Tuesday, October 10
Once considered poisonous, the tomato has become one of the most anticipated joys of summer and synonymous with New Jersey. Learn about the tomato’s lore, its true origins, and New Jersey’s role in its popularity. There will be a tasting of locally grown heirloom tomatoes.

Part 3: Preserve the Season, Tuesday, October 17
Food preservation is an age-old way of making the most of produce when it is in season. The class includes an overview of canning, freezing, pickling, dehydrating and lacto-fermenting techniques and the equipment needed to get started. There will be a tasting of locally produced specialty food products.

Location: Greenwood Gardens, 274 Old Short Hills Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078

Register for one or all three workshops in this series.
Series of 3 workshops: $50 members; $70 non-members
Individual workshop: $20 members; $30 non-members

Register online here

Part 1 of a series of 3 workshops at Greenwood Gardens in Short Hills.: Learn about the benefits of buying directly from farmers, and the heirloom tomatoes, antique apples, and other colorful and unusual crops being grown locally–along with internationally inspired ways to cook them from Rachel Weston.

Part 2: The Iconic Jersey Tomato, Tuesday, October 10
Once considered poisonous, the tomato has become one of the most anticipated joys of summer and synonymous with New Jersey. Learn about the tomato’s lore, its true origins, and New Jersey’s role in its popularity. There will be a tasting of locally grown heirloom tomatoes.

Part 3: Preserve the Season, Tuesday, October 17
Food preservation is an age-old way of making the most of produce when it is in season. The class includes an overview of canning, freezing, pickling, dehydrating and lacto-fermenting techniques and the equipment needed to get started. There will be a tasting of locally produced specialty food products.

Location: Greenwood Gardens, 274 Old Short Hills Road, Short Hills, NJ 07078

Register for one or all three workshops in this series.
Series of 3 workshops: $50 members; $70 non-members
Individual workshop: $20 members; $30 non-members

Register online here