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CULINARY CLUB!Complete 10 classes at the Downtown Market and the 11th class is free! Valid only at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market and may only be used for regularly scheduled culinary classes. No change or refunds will be given for any remaining value.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES AT: DOWNTOWNMARKETGR.COM/CLASSES

TAKE A CLASS. LEARN A SKILL. HAVE SOME FOOD FUN.Looking to become more confident in the kitchen? Have the desire to eat healthier, be greener, or cook more? Or do you simply want a new and fun activity for your next “date night” or “girls’ night out”? Check out all the fun classes and programs offered at the downtown market.

KIDS & TEENSKIDSAGES 6-11. A fun way to get kids into the kitchen with recipes that are kid-friendly, both in skill level and flavor, while they also learn new culinary techniques and integrate new foods. We show kids that food comes from the earth, not a factory, and how it makes its way to our plates. Sign up for the whole series for $60 (does not include Spring Break program).

KIDS: BRINNER (BREAKFAST + DINNER)Tues, February 2, 6p-7:30p • $35Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but who says it has to be enjoyed in the morning? Create French Toast with Sautéed Apples and Cinnamon Butter, Huevos Rancheros, and a Winter Fruit Salad… all for dinner!

KIDS: MARKET CHEF CHALLENGETues, March 1, 6p-7:30p • $35A fun way to get kids to use their creativity and challenge them to create a dish truly their own! Learn the basics then work to create a masterpiece on the plate to be judged by our own Market Chefs.

KIDS: CULINARY SPRING BREAKApril 5-7, 10a-2p • $125You might not be leaving home this spring break, but journey to Hawaii, Spain, and Ireland with our exciting Kitchen and Greenhouse activities! In this three day camp, we’ll seed summer veggies, make Zombie Pineapples, and harvest ingredients in the Greenhouse for our culinary creations.

TEENSAGES 12-15. Teen classes are an opportunity for experimentation and creativity with food. Teens will learn the life skills needed to make their own meals, and tricks to enhance flavor and presentation. We’ll inspire young chefs with an excitement for cooking for the rest of their lives! Sign up for the whole series for $70

TEENS: BRINNER (BREAKFAST + DINNER)Tues, January 26, 6p-8p • $40Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but who says it has to be enjoyed in the morning? Create French Toast with Sautéed Apples and Cinnamon Butter, Huevos Rancheros… all for dinner!

TEENS: MARKET CHEF CHALLENGETues, March 15, 6p-8p • $40A fun way to get teens to use their creativity and challenge them to make a dish truly their own! Learn the basics, then use expert plating technique to create a masterpiece on the table to be judged by our own Market Chefs.

FAMILYFAMILY: CULINARYALL AGES WELCOME: TARGET AUDIENCE AGES 6-12; TICKET INCLUDES 1 ADULT AND 1 CHILD. ADDITIONAL TICKETS AVAILABLE. Meals present an enjoyable opportunity for family bonding and can still come together quickly. Working as a team, parents and children will create meals that the whole family will devour! Best of all, these recipes will show your family how to start using local, whole foods that you can feel good about eating!Sign up for the whole series for $80.

FAMILY: NEVER TOO MANY COOKS!Sat, January 16, 10a-12p • $45Are you wanting to get your family involved in cooking? This is a great way to spend quality time baking together with easy kid friendly recipes. Start off with simple healthy baked cheese crackers and dips. Fun Hand Tossed Pizzas, PB&J Bars and Chocolate Cornflake Cupcakes to round out the night.

FAMILY: FEAST-ERSat, March 26, 10a-12p • $45Join us as we create fun foods for your Easter or spring celebration that will brighten your holiday table. Easter is more than dyed eggs and marshmallow treats.

FAMILY: GREENHOUSETEACH YOUR FAMILY ALL ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF TAKING CARE OF THE EARTH AND HOME GARDENING. ALL AGES WELCOME: TARGET AUDIENCE AGES 6-12; TICKET INCLUDES 1 ADULT AND 1 CHILD. ADDITIONAL TICKETS AVAILABLE.

Sign up for the whole series for $75

FAMILY: WINDOWSILL GARDENING Sat, January 30, 1p-2:30p • $20Create a windowsill herb garden and learn about indoor plant care. When the weather is cold and the days are short, indoor plants like kitchen herbs will add life to your surroundings.

FAMILY: ZOMBIE PINEAPPLES AND OTHER PLANT EXPERIMENTSSat, February 20, 1p-2:30p • $20We’ll chop the heads off pineapples and bring them back to life! This, and other electrifying food experiments. Who knew plant physiology and soil chemistry could be so entertaining?

FAMILY: GARDEN PLANNINGSat, March 19, 1p-2:30p • $20Pass the peas, and the plans! March is a traditional time in Michigan to plant peas and plan this year’s garden. Families will learn about site design, soil types, veggie varieties, and more. Make a planting calendar and sugar snap pea shoots container to take home.

FAMILY: SEEDING PARTYSat, April 30, 1p-2:30p • $20Start your home garden by seeding cool and warm seasonal veggies including leafy greens and tomatoes. Perfect for the whole family! Have a favorite veggie you’d like to share? We will have seeds ready to go, but families are encouraged to bring old seeds, saved seeds, any seeds to share!

TECHNIQUE& NUTRITIONADULT TECHNIQUESKILLS FOR AGES 16+.

Take care of your body with Spring’s Adult Technique classes. Learn skills for ages 16+.

SUSHI NIGHTFri, January 15, Fri, January 22, Sat, January 23, Fri, February 5, and Fri, March 11, 6p-8:30p • $45 Learn the techniques and traditions of sushi making, then let your imagination run wild as you create your own signature roll. Snack on Sesame Ginger Edamame while learning how to make a Spicy Tuna Roll, Philadelphia Roll, and a Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura Roll.

NEW YEAR’S REBOOTTues, January 12 and Wed, January 13, 6-8:30p • $45 Have you already fallen behind on your resolutions? Time to get back on the right track by joining us for healthy cooking. We will show you some simple healthy recipes using seasonal ingredients. Create a healthy Whole Grain Citrus and Vegetable Salad; Herb Rubbed Chicken with Roasted Winter Vegetables and a Yogurt Granite.

GIMMIE SOME DIM SUM Tues, January 19 6p-8:30p • $45 Many cultures have dumpling variations, but none seem more special than these Cantonese, bite-size morsels. You’ll soon be able to create a whole table full of your own Har Gow (steamed shrimp dumplings), Siu Mai, Potstickers, and more! YOU’LL SWOON FOR MACAROONSSat, February 13, 1p-2:30p • $45Bring your Valentine’s Day sweetheart to this classic macaroon making workshop. You’ll say “OOH LAH LAH” to our delicious Rose Scented macaroon and effervescent cocktail!

DIXIE FIXIN’S AND ALL THAT JAZZTues, February 16, 6p-8:30p • $45Cajun and Southern delights straight from the Bayou! Learn about a bit of history regarding this uniquely American cuisine, the origins of Cajun and Creole, the intricacies of making authentic Shrimp and Grits, Jambalaya, Beignets, and other classics.

PANTRY CLEAN OUT Wed, March 9, 6p-8:30p • $45Let’s get together and do a pantry clean out. You’ll be surprised to find all the great meals you can make using the ingredients you currently have. Healthy Lentil Salad, Chicken Cacciatore, and a pantry ready dessert.

EATING ON A BUDGETWed, March 23, 6p-8:30p • $45Come and join us while we show you how to make complete dishes for $4 a day from a Simple Kale Salad, Vegetable Jambalaya and a Warm Peach Coffee Cake.

KOMBUCHA WITH BLOOM FERMENTSTues, April 19, 6p-7:30p • $35Learn from owner, Emily Helmus, how to make your own Kombucha brew. Includes your very own take-home starter kit!

CULINARY SKILLS SERIES LEARNING THE BASICS WILL GUARANTEE THAT YOU CAN TACKLE ANY RECIPE WITH CONFIDENCE.

Sign up for the whole series for $80

BASIC TRAINING: KNIVES, STOCKS, AND SAUCESTues, February 9, 6p-8:30p and Tues, March 8, 6p-8:30p • $45 Learn the basics in this culinary boot camp: be good with a knife, versatile with different stocks, and handy with an arsenal of flavor packed sauces!

KITCHEN RECRUITS: ADVANCED KNIFE SKILLS AND MOTHER SAUCESTues, February 23, 6p-8:30p and Tues, March 22, 6p-8:30p • $45 Line up to learn some precise knife skills, all about mother sauces, and helpful cooking techniques to use out in the field like frying the perfect egg for your Huevos Rancheros.

SOCIALFUN FOR 21+.

BEVERAGE SERIESMAKE IT YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO DRINK BETTER AND TO IMPRESS YOUR FRIENDS WITH YOUR KNOWLEDGE. BETTER YET, GRAB YOUR DRINKING BUDDY AND PURCHASE TICKETS TOGETHER. *DRINK RESPONSIBLY

Sign up for the whole series for $130 and $230 for a pair.

INTRODUCTION TO HOME COCKTAIL-ING Wed, January 20, 6p-7:30p • $35 $60 for a pairLearn the basics of setting up your home bar. Dust off that shaker, because we are going to get creative with a few household ingredients.

ICE IS NICE!Thurs, February 18, 6p-7:30p • $35 $60 for a pairIce matters in cocktails! We will crush, shave, and cut ice in this class, learning how large ice and spheres contribute to your cocktail.

WHISKEY COCKTAILSThurs, March 17, 6p-7:30p • $35 $60 for a pairIt is commonly assumed that whiskey is only enjoyed by men, but we know whiskey is for everyone! In this cocktail class we will create whiskey libations that all can enjoy.

CABIN FEVERThurs, April 21, 6p-7:30p • $35 $60 for a pairCocktails made in this class will get you thinking of the sandy shores of lake Michigan this summer.

COUPLES SERIESBRING YOUR BETTER HALF TO THESE DELICIOUS CLASS SERIES AND MAKE SOME MAGIC HAPPEN IN THE KITCHEN!

COUPLES: DATE NIGHT IN NORTHERN ITALYThurs, January 7, Fri, January 8, and Fri, January 29, 6-8:30p • $125The flavors of northern Italy are perfect for those cold winter nights. Warm up with these seasonal dishes and treat that special someone to a date night out! Rich Pasta Bolognese, a Fresh Panzanella Salad, and Canticcinni cookies with the perfect almond flavor.

COUPLES: VALENTINE’S DAY Thurs, February 11, 6p-8:30p, Fri, February 12, 6p-8:30p and Sat, February 13, 6p-8:30p • $150Celebrate the season of love by heating things up in the kitchen with your sweetie. Kick back and relax with your partner while we make your evening something special with small plate demonstrations, an effervescent cocktail, and a little bit of hands-on cooking. You’ll even impress yourself as you learn to master En Papillote (cooking in parchment paper) and add finishing touches to a sweet dessert.

COUPLES: SPRINGTIME IN SICILY Fri, April 29 6p-8:30p • $ 125Experience the bounty of the harvest and shake off those winter blues with this exciting culinary adventure to the island of Sicily. Enjoy Arancini (fried stuffed rice balls) Linguini Siracusana (garlic, eggplant, sauce) and a seasonal Gelato.

WINTER NIGHTS SERIESBUNDLE UP AND TRAVEL ON A CULINARY ADVENTURE THAT WILL HAVE YOU GRABBING YOUR PASSPORTS.

Sign up for the whole series for $155.

WINTER NIGHTS IN GERMANY Wed, January 27, 6p-8:30p • $55Travel along the Rhine and taste what Germany has to offer: Warm Bacon and Cheese Filo. Finish it all off with a Bienenstich (Bee sting cake).

WINTER NIGHTS IN INDIAWed, February 24, 6p-8:30p • $55Step out of your curry comfort zone with this exciting, flavor-filled regional cooking class. Enjoy Matar Paneer (spicy tomatoes and peas with homemade cheese) and take-out favorite Tandoori Chicken with warm Naan.

WINTER NIGHTS IN IRELAND Wed, March 16, 6p-8:30p • $55Feast on a traditional Irish winter meal as we dust off winter and dream of spring. Enjoy a Colcannon Dip Irish Soda Bread, and a Guinness Lamb Stew will keep you from getting cabin fever.

SEAFOOD SOCIALFri, March 4, 6p-8:30p • $65Come and join us for a celebration of seafood. Don’t be intimidated, we will show you proper tips and techniques to cook seafood perfectly every time. Classic simple Seafood Stew, Perfect Oven Roasted Fish on White Bean Medley, and dessert! Don’t worry, there won’t be any fish in the dessert.

BBQ & BEERFri, April 8, 6p-8:30p • $55Time to dust of that BBQ and create some traditional regional foods. Enjoy some local Michigan beer pairings that will highlight BBQ to the fullest.

GREENHOUSEADULT GREENHOUSEFlex your green thumb by taking advantage of our beautiful Michigan summers and learning a new technique or two to take your garden to the next level.

WINDOWSILL HERB GARDENTues, February2, 10a-11a • $20Create a windowsill herb garden and learn about indoor plant care. When the weather is cold and the days are short, indoor plants like kitchen herbs will add life to your surroundings.

GREENHOUSE 101Thurs, March 17, 4:30p-6p • $20Designed for K-12 teachers and administrators. This class will help guide you through establishing a successful school greenhouse. Topics to be covered: plant selection, irrigation, temperature control, planting process, and cleaning procedure.

WORM BIN WORKSHOPSat, March 26, 2p-3p • $45Back by popular demand. Learn all about worm bin composting and the conveniences for your home garden. Each participant will take home a small bin, and full knowledge about the benefits and care needed. Worms included!

HOUSEPLANTS FOR HEALTHTues, April 12, 10a-11a • $20Winter is here! Spruce up your home with houseplants that lift your mood, filter the air, and thrive in containers. Go home with starter houseplants that will brighten the landscape of your life.

RAIN BARRELS OF FUNSat, April 16, 2p-3p • $45A rain barrel attached to a house or garage gutter will help reduce stormwater runoff. All materials included, build one and learn about how cities and suburbs can help manage rainwater.

HOME GARDEN SERIESJOIN US IN OUR WARM GREENHOUSE FOR A SERIES THAT WILL MAXIMIZE THE WINTER SUN AND HELP YOU DREAM ABOUT SUMMER GARDENS.

Sign up for the whole series for $70.

HOME GARDEN: WINDOWSILL GARDENING Wed, January 13, 6p-7p • $20Create a windowsill herb garden and learn about indoor plant care. When the weather is cold and the days are short, indoor plants like kitchen herbs will add life to your surroundings.

HOME GARDEN: PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE Thurs, February 25, 6p-7p • $20Gardening is more than putting seeds in the ground. In this class, learn about plant diseases and the cultural practices that prevent them.

HOME GARDEN: GARDEN PLANNING Tues, March 22,6p-7p • $20Seeds? Check. Succession seeding calendar? Hmm, if that’s new to you, come to Garden Planning Class. We’ll talk about how to prepare a garden bed, raised bed, or containers; when and what to plant, and how to think of your garden as an ecosystem!

HOME GARDEN: SEEDING PARTYThur, April 28, 6p-7p • $20Ain’t no party like a seed sharing party! The greenhouse will have seeds on hand, but students are encouraged to bring old seed, new seed, saved seed, etc. Have a favorite salad green you want others to know about? Have extra zucchini seeds? Bring them in. Take home a freshly seeded tray and bond with fellow gardeners.

BEVERAGE PROGRAMINGSATURDAY SIPSSaturdays, 1p-4pThis weekly market bar features rotating craft beers from local breweries, a list of specialty Market-inspired cocktails, and select wine. Grab a beverage and check out the Market!

ICE BAR LOUNGEFebruary 12-14Don’t be discouraged by the icy weather, embrace it with our Ice Bar Lounge. This heated outdoor happy hour will feature specialty cocktails, craft beer, and select wine. Bundle up and relax in our lounge made completely out of ice!

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PRIVATE CULINARY EXPERIENCESAT THE MARKET

CALL 616-805-5308 ext 207 OR EMAIL EVENTS@DOWNTOWNMARKETGR.COM

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Delight Your HeartLa Cocina MexicanaInto the JungleThe Mozzarella BarThe French KitchenThe Bazaar of WondersAn Athenian FeastThe Canals of VeniceTiki PartyA Black Tie Affair

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UPCOMING SHOWINGSJANUARY 24

FEBRUARY 21

THE MOVIE: Sideways, 5:30pm @ UICATHE CLASS: Wine tasting + charcuterie, 3pm-5pm @ Grand Rapids Downtown Market

THE MOVIE: Like Water For Chocolate 5:30pm @ UICATHE CLASS: Chef Dinner, 3pm-5pm @ Grand Rapids Downtown Market

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