Stew Leonard’s Newington Store To Offer New Children’s Cooking Classes In May & June

Stew Leonard's Newington store is offering new cooking classes for children this May and June. The children receive hands-on instruction in preparing various products as well as learn about the importance of measuring, cooperation skills in the kitchen and the importance of food safety.

Price is per child per class, which is payable at the time of registration. Classes will be held in Stew Leonard’s Executive Kitchen on the second floor of the grocery store. Children do not need to be accompanied by an adult.

WHEN:
Friday, May 4, 2012 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cinco de Mayo
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with our Mexican favorites! We are making two varieties of salsa, enchiladas, wholly guacamole and kid friendly, non-alcoholic margaritas! Kids ages 5-12 are welcome and registration is $25 per child.

Friday, May 11, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Special Cookies for Mom
We are making some beautiful cookies for Mom in honor of Mother’s Day in addition to a special take home box. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome and registration is $15 per child.

Friday, May 18, 2012 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Iron Chef-Secret Ingredient
Kids will join teams and challenge their food knowledge by preparing their own recipe with a surprise ingredient. Recipes will be judged and taste tested by one of our very own Executive Chefs. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome and registration is $15 per child.

Friday, June 8, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Jell-O Cupcakes
You’ve seen our tie-dyed cupcakes, now come try out another fun cupcake recipe that involves lots of fun colors and…JELL-O! We will make a yummy cool-whip topping as well. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome and registration is $15 per child.

Friday, June 15, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
It’s a Luau!
What better way to kick off the summer and get ready for that warm weather than with a Hawaiian Luau? We will make Teriyaki Chicken skewers, fruit kebobs, Waikiki meatballs and coconut rice pudding. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome and registration is $25 per child.

Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
“Monkeying Around” with Dad
Have you ever had homemade Monkey Bread? Here’s your chance to learn how! Make some for you and Dad to share. Dads are invited to join at 11:00 for a special breakfast treat with their young chefs. Coffee and orange juice will be provided. Kids of all ages are welcome! Registration fee is $15 per child.

Friday, June 22, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Summertime Cupcakes
Be the hit of your next family picnic or summer barbecue with these summertime themed cupcakes. Kids will decorate three different cupcakes including “corn on the cob”! Kids ages 5-12 are welcome. Registration fee is $15 per child.

WHERE:
Stew Leonard's Executive Kitchen
3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, Connecticut 06111

SIGN-UP:
Customer Service Desk: 860.760.8100
Please pay at time of registration.

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