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Perfecting Pie Crust
December 15, 2019
Perfecting Pie Crust
In this class, Baker Eleanor Taylor, will unfold her secrets on how to achieve the perfect butter pie crust. We will focus on the technical attributes of the crust making process from chilling to crimping, cutting, and layering lattice. You will begin to understand the fine details that go into making pie crust to implement in your home kitchen. Learn how to make crust in batches to get prepared for the holiday season and understand the many applications of the same crust recipe from fruit to custard, or savory combinations. End the class sharing a slice of Eleanor’s pecan pie and take home her prized recipes and a pie crust made especially by you.
Please email us at workshops@finleyfarmsmo.com if you have any food allergies.
Leatherworking
December 20, 2019
Leatherworking
In this class, Leatherworker Phil Hedlund will take you through the steps of crafting a leather key chain from a natural leather. He will introduce you to the basic tools you need to begin your leatherworking craft and explain the characteristics of working with different types of leather. Conquer your tools with ease with the guidance of Phil Hedlund and go home with a customized accessory or a thoughtful gift for someone special this holiday season!
Celebratory Cocktails
December 21, 2019
Celebratory Cocktails
Impress the crowd coming to your house this holiday season! Join Rogan Howitt, regionally renowned bartender and business owner of Springfield’s beloved Golden Girl, in learning how to craft three cocktails. Rogan will introduce you to the bartender’s basic tool spread and help you navigate a simple back bar to produce a classic celebratory spread of seasonal cocktails. By the end of the class you will have learned the three major ways to prepare a cocktail: stirred, shaken, and large format perfect for entertaining with flavors that explore the warmth of this special time of year.
Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Holiday Bread Baking
December 28, 2019
Holiday Bread Baking
In this class you will learn the basics of homemade bread baking with a holiday Scandinavian twist. Chef Anna will take you through her tried and true recipe for julecake, a holiday bread sweetened with honey and spiced with cardamom. You will weigh ingredients, mix and rise your dough and practice pinching, rolling, shaping and scoring techniques. While your bread is baking you will whip up fresh berry preserves. We will end the class garnishing a warm slice of bread with whipped butter, Scandinavian cheese, and lingonberry preserves. You will take home your loaf of bread and homemade preserves.
Please email us at workshops@finleyfarmsmo.com if you have any food allergies.
Dried Wreaths
November 24, 2019
Dried Wreaths
The holiday season is upon us! Join the vibrant founders of Queen City Blooms for a festive dried wreath workshop to get into the holiday spirit. Stephanie and Alex will walk you through how to make a modern decorative wreath with dried materials that will last for seasons. You will get to make your own wreath from a selection of dried foliage and flowers, ribbon and decorative embellishments as you sip wine.
Squash Ravioli
November 16, 2019
Squash Ravioli
Join Chef Katie Baker from A Gracious Plate to learn the craft of handmade pasta. You will spend time in the kitchen making stuffed butternut squash ravioli from start to finish including the finishing touches of a brown butter sauce and toasted walnuts. You will learn the essentials of dough preparation, from kneading and rolling to shaping and stuffing. Chef Katie will break down the steps of making pasta into a conquerable process. Take home Chef Katie’s recipe just in time for the holidays and leave having dined on your class creation.
Please email us if you have any food allergies. Workshops@finleyfarmsmo.com
Winter Growing
November 15, 2019
Winter Growing
For the garden lovers out there that don’t want to stop tending the soil just because it’s a little chilly, join us for an educational happy hour. Learn about the basics of winter growing with beloved farmer and founder of Urban Roots Farm Melissa Millsap. We will discuss growing and covering techniques for winter, the materials needed, maintenance required, and share tips for troubleshooting and success. This class is designed for the backyard gardener looking to take it to the next level.
The Perfect Pie
November 10, 2019
The Perfect Pie
In this class you will learn how to make Prairie Pie’s famous flakey crust just in time for Thanksgiving. Eleanor will share her crust recipe and secrets to making the perfect pie that is sure to impress everyone around your table. You will learn which essential tools you need in your kitchen for pie-making and Eleanor will walk you through the techniques involved in rolling and shaping the crust, making lattice, peeling apples, assembling your pie, and egg washing your pie. The class will end with a slice of freshly baked caramel apple pie!
Please email us if you have any food allergies. Workshops@finleyfarmsmo.com
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Bring what you're working on, we'll make the drinks! Beer and wine is also available.
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