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IN THIS ISSUE: Kids Holiday Camps | Annual Classic Holiday Dinner | Celebrity Chef Sam Talbot

October, November, December 2012

Manager’s Message Welcome to the holiday edition of the Cooking School newsletter! I like to think of this newsletter as the “family newsletter,” as these are the months when families get together – young and old, near and far – to celebrate the holidays. And how do we celebrate? With food as the focal point, of course! Let TOPS Cooking School classes help you with party planning, and gather new menus and recipes to share with family and friends! We offer wine and beer pairings, as well as hands-on classes for adults. Also, we now have all new “Health classes” to get you through these times of parties and family gatherings, so you can forgo that dreaded “diet” come January.

Whether you are a novice cook or a seasoned pro, TOPS Cooking School can offer you new ideas for great taste creations. So come on in, bring a friend, join in the party, and have some fun at The Cooking School, where “A Good Cook is Born Each Day!”

Grace Hanusin, Regional Cooking School Manager

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This time of year is a magical time, especially for kids. They dream of ghosts and goblins, turkeys and pumpkin pie, outdoor fun in the snow, then coming in for hot chocolate and cookies. While they see the hustle and bustle the holiday season brings, they want to play a part in it all. The Cooking School has some great holiday classes planned for them, including making their own holiday delights and gingerbread houses! This year why not let the visions of sugar plums dancing in their heads come true, by coming to the Cooking School, where we will help them learn skills to last a lifetime of holidays!

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Take some time out of your busy schedule this season by signing up for a class or two. We offer wine, beer pairings, hands on and demonstration classes, along with generous samplings of all prepared recipes! We have great ideas for holiday planning, from appetizers to elegant meals, to some mouthwatering desserts! It’s a great way to get new recipes, make new friends, and get into the holiday spirit! Also please join us for our annual Holiday dinner, where one of our great chefs will be preparing a holiday feast before your eyes, and serving it buffet style, including a wine toast!

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Eat well and stay fit this holiday season. We offer an array of health-related classes for both adults and children. These classes are taught by Registered Dieticians; they have a wealth of information to give you, and the classes are covered in part by most local health insurances. We begin by continuing our Family Cooks Together series, Healthy Heart, as well as risk factors for Diabetes, and our Eat Well, Stay Fit Program. Whether your concern is cholesterol, weight loss, heart health, diabetes or just general health, we have the class for you! Join us and get answers from our Dieticians to your most important health- related questions. We have added two new Dieticians to our staff, Jessica Masterson, and Laura Segool.

We also want to thank Pam Beamer, for her many years of teaching classes here at the Cooking Schools. She has given you a wealth of information in her Diabetes Cooking classes, and many delicious healthy meals to you to try. She will be sorely missed; we wish Pam good luck in her future endeavors!

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Kids KitchenThese classes will be held in both schools on the dates listed. Parents are required to inform us of any food allergies at the time of registration. We will try our best to accommodate food allergies with substitutions. Children with long hair, please tie it back before class. Please have child wear sneakers for safety reasons; please bring if wearing boots.

Please tell us if you have any coupons or gift certificates at time of registration, as coupons are not taken with some classes, including all camps.

Little Chefs AGES 3-6 WITH PARENTFor children this young, one parent or guardian per child is required to remain in the Cooking School at no additional charge. For additional adults, a $5 charge will be implemented, as seating is limited. Pricing may be different as stated, as in our teas and brunches.Culinary Instructors Judy Handzlik, Amherst and Linda Duncan, West Seneca

HAllowEEn is CominG!Saturday, October 27, 10-11AM$13 per personHalloween is coming! Put on your costumes and let’s make some Halloween treats that are not so scary, but Spooktacular!!!! Creepy Crawly Bugs, Haunting Cheesy Witch Fingers with Dip, Skeleton Bones

TurkEy DAySaturday, November 17, 10-11AM$13 per personWe are all remembering to be thankful, especially this time of the year. Here are a few kid friendly Thanksgiving treats to make! Turkey Face Sandwich, Turkey Cranberry Muffins, Turkey Pop Treat

HomEmADE HoliDAy GifTsSaturday, December 8, 10 -11:30AM$15 per person (no coupons)It is time to celebrate the holidays. Let’s make gifts to give to the ones we love! Festive Chocolate Popcorn, Decorated Elf Cookies, Holiday Chocolate Spoons, Reindeer Food (don’t forget to feed the reindeer on Christmas Eve)

Jr. Chefs AGES 7-10Children of this age are encouraged to attend the cooking classes without a parent or adult guardian. Parents are required to inform us of any food allergies at the time of registration. We will try our best to accommodate all food allergies.AMHERST – Culinary Instructor Judy HandzlikWEST SENECA – Chef Tina Kumiega, Culinary Instructors Linda Duncan and Jeannette Kreher

inviTATion To All “GHosTs” AnD “Goblins” Thursday, October 25, 6-8 pm$15 per personAll Hallows Eve is a frightfully good time to invite friends for this ghostly good menu that is full of “howling” good fun foods and snacks! “Goblin-Up” Lettuce Wraps, Ghostly Good Fruit Fondue, Pumpkin Shaped Brownie Pops, Blood Orange Juice Spritzer

wHAT DiD THE PilGrim’s EAT?Friday, November 16, 6-8pm$15 per personThis class with explore the culinary world of the Pilgrims on that first Thanksgiving Day. We will discuss what foods were available and how they were prepared, then we will re-create that dinner with the foods we have available to us now, and eat like a Pilgrim! Fowl (Chicken Legs) Roasted with Root Vegetables, Whole Grain Rice, Maize (corn) Bread, Native North American Fruit Salad

HomEmADE GifTs ArE THE bEsT PrEsEnTs EvEr!Friday, December 7, 6-8pm$20 per person (no coupons)The best kind of Holiday present is an edible one! In this class your child will make festive food packages ready for gift-giving! Herbed Rice Mix, Super-Chunky Christmas Cookies in a Jar, Holiday Peppermint White Chocolate Bark, No-Bake Chocolate Fudge (jars, bags, ribbons, tags are all included!)

HoliDAy CookiE CAmPSunday, December 9, 1-3:30 pm$20 per person (no coupons)Holiday Cookies are always a treat to make and eat. This class has a combination of baked cookies and the no-bake variety that are easy enough to make and share with friends and family! (Snacks will be provided.) Please bring a container to take cookies home. Chocolate Mint Cookie Wafers, Vanilla Orange Snowballs, Marshmallow Caramel Krispies Treats, Gingerbread Boy and Girl Cutouts

Little ChefsHoliday Camp AGES 3-6

lET’s CElEbrATE 2013Saturday, December 29, 10 -11:30AM$15 per person (no coupons)Let’s welcome the New Year in style and sparkle. Mini Meatball Slider Sandwich, Veggies and Dip, Sparkling Fruit Sundae, Candy Sparklers

Jr. & Aspiring ChefsHoliday Camps AGES 7 & uPAMHERSTCulinary Instructor Judy HandzlikWEST SENECA – Chef Tina Kumiega and Culinary Instructor Linda Duncan

THE PinTA, THE ninA AnD THE sAnTA mAriAMonday, October 15, 10am-2pm$25 per person (no coupons)In honor of Christopher Columbus this Day Camp will follow his discovery voyage to the New World. Starting in his home country of Italy, then to Spain, who sponsored his trip, and finally to his landing in the New World, which was in the Caribbean Islands. Pinta Celery Boats, Nina Spaghetti and Meatball Taco Boats, Santa Maria Ice Cream and Peach Boats, Seaworthy Squash Muffins

AfTEr THAnksGivinG lunCH AnD binGo CAmPMoms can shop on their own this Black Friday!Friday, November 23, 11am-2 pm$25 per person (no coupons)After a filling thanksgiving dinner yesterday, let’s chill out with lunch and a couple of games of bingo, complete with prizes! Sliced Apples with Creamy Caramel Dip, Super Creamy Macaroni and Cheese, Honey Glazed Baby Carrots, Toffee Snickerdoodles Cupcake Cookies

fooDs To wArm-uP A CHilly winTEr DAy! Thursday, December 27, 11am-2pm$25 per person (no coupons)After a day of skiing, sledding, ice skating or snowmen building what you need is warm “Comfort Foods” to take off “Winter’s Chill”. And, nothing is more comforting than Hot Cocoa and Chicken Soup! These recipes will do just that! Alphabet Chicken Soup, Mexican Chicken Cheese Quesadilla, Super “No-Bake” Banana Pudding Parfaits, Homemade Flavored Hot Cocoa

nEw yEAr’s EvE CAmPFriday, December 28, 11am-2pm$25 per person (no coupons)Let’s bring in 2013 with a bang! Out with the old way of cooking and in with new adventures of cooking! Let’s celebrate with new and old friends with noisemakers to take home. Father Time’s Macaroni and Cheese Balls, Baby New Years Chicken Salad Bites, Double Chocolate Cookie Dough Dip, Mexican Ice Cream Mounds


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Aspiring Chefs AGES 11 & uP NEW LOWER PRICE!Children of this age are ready to learn just about any type of cooking! We will use different kitchen appliances and learn different cooking and baking techniques. Recipes will be given so each aspiring chef will have the chance to make these recipes at home for the family! Please wear/bring sneakers and have hair pulled back, if long. Aprons will be provided to wear.

AMHERST – Culinary Instructor Judy Handzlik - WEST SENECA – Chef Tina Kumiega

All HAllow’s EvETuesday, October 30, 6 – 8 PM$16 per personIt’s time for the most Spooktacular and eerie event of the year. The time when haunted houses come alive and spirits walk the earth. Let’s surprise them with a treats from the coffin. BEWARE!!!!! Blood Eyeballs, Mummy Calzones served in a Coffin lined with Green Moss, Shrunken Heads Floating in a Citrus Cider Punch, Graveyard Cupcake or A Purple People Eater Cupcake (your choice)

A ColoniAl THAnksGivinGThursday, November 15, 6 – 8 PM$16 per personvLet’s cook some food for someone in need this Thanksgiving, just as the early settlers did. Kindness is contagious!! Navaho Fry Bread, Roasted Root Vegetables, Turkey Tenderloin, Pumpkin Pudding Sandwich Cakes

GifTs from THE kiTCHEnTuesday, December 11, 6 – 8 PM$20 per person (no coupons)Homemade gifts mean your heart and soul went in making it. These make great gifts for your teacher or favorite person! Cupcakes in a Jar, Lemon Sugar Scrub for your Hands, Lemon and Garlic Oil, Caramel Crunch (jars, bags, ribbons, tags are all included!)

HoliDAy CookiEsSunday December 16, 1 – 3:30 PM$20 per person (no coupons)Let’s make some festive holiday cookies, including a no bake recipe. Press Cookies (Spritz and Pecan Fingers), Snowball Melts, No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars (snacks will be provided) Please bring a container to take some cookies home

Cooking Classes for Home Schoolers! WEST SENECA ONLY Let us help with Home Economics Class! Your students will have fun learning cooking skills that will be helpful today and in the future. Let the mess be in our kitchen and not in yours! Open to students between the ages of 7 and 15.

Culinary Instructor Linda Duncan

Columbus DAy nEw worlD ADvEnTurEFriday, October 5, 11am-1pm$15 per studentDiscover great recipes and new cooking skills this school year! We’ll explore Native American fare and put a new twist on some American favorites. Admiral’s Tuna or Egg Salad Boats, New World Corn Muffins, Spanish Coin Carrots, Cinnamon Apple Tartlets

THAnksGivinG ExPlorATionFriday, November 9, 11am-1pm$15 per studentThis class with explore the culinary world of the Pilgrims on that first Thanksgiving Day. We will discuss what foods were available and how they were prepared. Native North American Fruit Salad, Tasty Turkey Chili, Navajo Fry Bread, Crispy Leaf Treats

HoliDAy DinnEr AnD GifTsFriday, December 7, 11am-1pm$15 per studentShow your family how much you love them and impress them as well! Learn to make a special meal and bring home edible gifts to share. Lavish Lasagna, Red and Green Salad, Peppermint Pretzels, Gifty Gumdrop Fudge


Come join us for a special dinner and a movie or bingo right here in the cooking schools! Each month we will have a special dinner theme that you will help prepare. After eating and helping clean up, we will play bingo with prizes or have a movie for you to watch, along with popcorn! bring a friend and add to the fun!!

$20 for one child, $35 for two children and $50 for three children (Please register all children in your group at the same time to get the discount.)

Kid’s Dinner and a Movie or Bingo Night!

AGES 7 - 12AMHERST & WEST SENECA COOKING SCHOOLS

HAllowEEn binGo saturday, october 20, 6-9 Pmlet’s have a howling good time as we devour Halloween treats and play a mean game of bingo! A frightening amount of prizes will be awarded! Pumpkin Hummus Served with Celery Brooms, Haunted Taco Tarts, Candy Corn Tortilla Wedges, Caramel Chocolate Apple Slices

CHiPwrECkED saturday, november 3, 6-9 Pmwhile playing around on a cruise ship, the Chipmunks and the Chippettes fall overboard and end up on a tropical island. will they be rescued? Hot Dog Boats, Broccoli Tropical Trees, White Chocolate Muffins with Mango Bits, Popcorn with Revenge Spiders

HAPPy fEET Two saturday, December 1, 6-9 Pmmumble’s son, Erik, is trying to discover his talents. mumble, family, and friends face a new threat. Subzero Sandwiches, Penguin Feet Carrots, Igloo Ice Cream, Popcorn with Fish Crackers

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We have a staff of Registered Dietitians and nutrition experts who teach all of the Your Healthy Lifestyle classes at the Cooking Schools.

Erin Burch, MS, RD, CDN — Eat to Your Heart’s Content program Family Cooks Together program

Laura Segool, MS, RD, CDN — Diabetic Cooking program

Jessica Masterson, RD, CDN — Eat Well Stay Fit program

Your Healthy Lifestyle YOuR HEALTHY LIFESTYLE NuTRITION ExPERTS

These great classes taught by a Registered Dietitian are covered in part by local Health Insurance Companies. (Please call the Cooking School for details). Come join us to learn how to make good lifestyle choices. Included in each class is informa-tion and handouts on the class topic, along with a generous sampling of each recipe made. Some classes offer product samples as well.

Eat to Your Heart’s Content Erin Burch, MS, RD, CDN

An APPlE A DAyWednesday, October 24, 6 – 8 PM AmherstWednesday, October 10, 6 – 8 PM West Seneca$25 without insuranceThe old adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” may be a silly rhyme you heard as a kid, but you might be surprised to learn of apples’ serious health benefits. Join Erin as she shares healthy and tasty recipes packed with these juicy seasonal powerhouses. Roasted Apple and Blue Salad,* Sweet Potato Apple Bake,* Skillet Chicken with Cranberries and Apples, Apple Custard Tart*

HEAlTHy THAnksGivinG APPETizErsTuesday, November 6, 6-8 PM AmherstThursday, November 1, 6-8 PM West Seneca$25 without insuranceThe holiday season brings more than good times and family gatherings. It can also be a season for weight-gains and expanding waistlines. Erin will give you all the tips you’ll need for navigating those holiday buffets and dessert tables. Pumpkin Dip,* Warm Layered Party Bean Dip,* Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs, Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies

fruiT AnD vEGGiE fillED HoliDAy fAvoriTEsWednesday, December 5, 6-8 PM AmherstWednesday, December 12, 6-8 PM West Seneca$25 without insuranceWinter fruits and vegetables are sure to liven up any holiday spread. Erin will show you how to pack in those fruits and vegetables to your holiday meal planning and into the New Year! Roasted Pear-Butternut Soup, Warm Kale and Potato Salad,* Herb-Roasted Turkey and Fruity Cranberry Sauce, Pumpkin Pie Cake*

Family Cooks Together HANDS-ON, AGES 7 & uPErin Burch, MS, RD, CDN

In years past, family time was always spent around the dinner table, where conversations would be personal in nature, where families could feel close to each other. Family life today is all too busy, with less time spent on families eating meals together, more time going to the nearest fast food place. If each family member had a role in getting a healthy meal on the dinner table, there would be more time available to stay home and enjoy the meal together. Let us help you start getting back to family basics, while enjoying the healthy meal that you helped to prepare! Please bring closed-toed shoes if wearing boots, hair must be pulled back if long.

These classes are covered under the Healthy Lifestyle classes. All Insurance information will be needed for all attending, and will be taken when you reserve the class, along with your credit card information. (univera and Independent Health insurance cost is only $5 per member!)

The cost without covered Insurance for the Family Cooks classes is $25 per adult, $12 per child ages 12 and under.

sPookTACulAr EATsMonday, October 29, 6-8 PM AmherstTuesday, October 23, 6-8 PM West SenecaCome join Erin as she teaches you the tricks to balancing those gooey treats. These tasty dishes are delicious and not at all scary for your health. Candy Corn Popcorn Balls,* Ghoulish Green Bean Salad,* Spooky White Pizza,* Hair Raising Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars*

THAnksGivinG fEAsT wiTH A TwisT Sponsored by Independent HealthWednesday, November, 14, 6-8 pm Amherst and West SenecaJoin us as we spice up your Thanksgiving menu with a healthy twist. We will also talk about how to avoiding holiday nutrition disasters, to get you through the season. Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes,* Pumpkin Stuffing, Thyme and Garlic Roasted Turkey Breast, Cranberry and Apple Crumble*

mAkE AHEAD HoliDAy brunCHTuesday, December 18, 6-8 pm AmherstWednesday, December 19, West SenecaYou don’t have to get out of bed at daybreak, or miss any of the gift swapping with these delicious dishes. Erin will also show you how to incorporate exercise into these blustery winter months. Frosty Fruit Salad,* Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Casserole, Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast,* Snowball Smoothie*

* Vegetarian recipe

Diabetes Cooking Laura Segool, MS, RD, CDN

HEAlTHy CHinEsE ‘TAkE-ouT’Tuesday, October 23, 6 – 8 PM AmherstThursday, October 11, 6 – 8 PM West Seneca$25 without insurance You may have heard that “Asian food is the worst type of fare for diabetics.” Well think again. Laura will show you how to make healthier ethnic foods at home. Egg Drop Soup, Sesame Chicken Salad Wonton Cups, Wild Rice Spring Rolls with Asian Dipping Sauce,* Tea-Scented Mandarin Oranges*

TAsTE of THE souTH, liGHTEnED uP!Thursday, November 1, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, November 8, 6-8pm West Seneca$25 without insurance When Paula Deen found out she had type 2 diabetes, she learned that it didn’t mean she had to settle for less. Join us to learn how to lighten up some of her favorite southern recipes and create new diabetic-friendly options that everyone will love. Laura will also offer tips and advice for healthy meal preparation. Georgia Caviar (Over Greens), Grilled Sweet Potatoes, Low-Fat Oven-Fried Chicken, Bread Pudding Snack

HEAlTHy HoliDAy TrEATs Sponsored by Independent HealthTuesday, December 4, 6-8 pm Amherst and West Seneca$25 without insurance Tis the season! Are you looking to enjoy festive favorites – and still have control over your diabetes? Get started with Laura, as she helps you decipher between the ‘naughty and nice’ desserts. Spicy Candied Nuts,* Easy Chocolate Pudding,* Coconutty Snow Balls,* Pear Salsa with Cinnamon Chips*

Eat Well, Stay Fit Jessica Masterson, RD, CDN

GluTEn frEE fAll flAvors Sponsored by Independent HealthTuesday, October, 16, 6-8 pm Amherst $25 without Insurance – Take home gluten free goodie bags included!Focus on the seasons flavors to make fall themed gluten free menus. Learn recipes that utilize gluten free products and naturally gluten free foods to make an easy weeknight meal. Roasted Pumpkin Seed Spread,* Apple Cider Chicken, Butternut Squash and Millet Cakes,* Pumpkin Pie with Gluten Free Crust

imProvinG THE nuTriTionAl vAluE of THAnksGivinG DAy siDE DisHEsTuesday, November 13, 6-8pm AmherstTuesday, November 6, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 without InsuranceLearn simple changes to get the maximum nutritional benefit from your Thanksgiving Day side dishes. Swap high calorie high fat ingredients to help maintain your healthy meal plan throughout the holidays. Reduced Sugar Cranberry Sauce,* Lightened Green Bean Casserole,* Reduced Fat Scalloped Potatoes,* Corn Pudding*

HEAlTHy APPETizErs To brinG wiTH youWednesday, December 19, 6-8 pm AmherstThursday, December 20, 6-8 pm West Seneca$25 without InsuranceImpress your hosts and prevent diet pitfalls by bringing your own healthy appetizers to holiday parties. Guests will appreciate a change from the usual high calorie, high fat holiday party fare. Oat Cakes with Pumpkin Pie Dip,* Smoked Salmon Pin Wheels, Orange Chipotle Spiced Nut Mix,* Creamy Mushroom Phyllo Triangles*

* Vegetarian recipe 7TOPS COOKING SCHOOL | AMHERST 716.515.2000 | WEST SENECA 716.517.3006

Adult ClassesHANDS-ON


PolisH CookinG 1: TrADiTionAl AnD EvEryDAy vErsions of olD fAmily fAvoriTEs — Golombki AnD nAlEsnikiChef Tina KumiegaThursday, October 18, 6 – 8:30 PM AmherstTuesday, October 9, 6 – 8:30 PM West Seneca$25 per personWe all love Golombki and Nalesniki on holidays and special occasions. This class will also give you ways to make the casserole version of Golombki for weeknight dinners. Polish Golombki, “Easy-Bake” Golombki, Nalesniki - Polish Dessert Crepes

CHAnGinG of THE sEAsonsCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWednesday, October 10, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, October 24, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personLet’s welcome our new season with a cold weather dinner that will have you feeling warm inside and out! Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie, Homemade Applesauce, Luscious Lemon Bars

mAnGiA, mAnGiAWine pairing with Niagara LandingCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossWednesday, October 17, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, October 26, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personRose Ann has an offer you can’t refuse; Italian cooking you will write home about!! Homemade Olive Salad, Braciole in a Homemade Sauce, Crusty Italian Bread, Amaretti Cookies

ElEGAnT HoliDAy CAkEs Chef Tina KumiegaFriday, November 9, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, November 13, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personAre you afraid to bake cakes from scratch? Impress your family and guests by baking any one of these elegant holiday cakes that you usually have to go to a gourmet bakery to find. You will bake from scratch, and make frosting for these cakes along with learning many good baking tips to use in your everyday baking. Cannoli Cake Yule Log; Mini Chocolate Cherry Cakes; White Christmas Bundt Fruit Cake with Apricot Glaze; Traditional English Plum Pudding Cake with Rum Sauce

PolisH CookinG 2: TrADiTionAl AnD EvEryDAy vErsions of olD fAmily fAvoriTEs — PiEroGiChef Tina KumiegaThursday, December 13, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, December 6, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWe all love to eat Pierogi on holidays and special occasions. The traditional recipes may be little time-consuming but well worth it. This first class will also include the casserole version. Cheese, Kraut and Potato Pierogi, “Lazy” Pierogi, Peach Pierogi

DAzzlinG PArTy nosHEsWine pairing with Niagara LandingChef Amy WeisenburgerMonday, December 10, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, December 17, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personTry these easy, but mouthwatering appetizers for your holiday get together. The compliments will be flowing! Spiced Nuts, Savory and Sweet, Winter Fruit Compote with Cheese, Smoked Salmon Bites with Wasabi Cream, Grilled Flatbread with Caramelized Onion, Bleu Cheese and Grapes

If you would like to try your hand at helping with the cooking, these classes are for you! Please come with hair tied back if long, and wear closed toed shoes for your safety. Aprons will be provided for your use.


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rAisinG THE bAr on HoliDAy bAkinG — HAnDs-onCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossMonday, December 17, 6-8:30 pm AmherstTuesday, December 18, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person (no coupons)Does holiday time get you frazzled? No time to bake cookies? Bar cookies is the best way to “have your cake and eat it too!” Make it in one pan, cut them to serve individually! No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars, Marble Chocolate Cheesecake BarsRaspberry Almond Bars

iTAliAn CookiEs — HAnDs-onCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossFriday, December 14, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, December 5, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person (no coupons)Estrarre il grembiule, tuoi ingredienti e lascia cuocere i dolce con amore. Buone Feste(translation) Take out your apron, your ingredients and let’s bake desserts with love, Happy Holidays! Pistachio – Cranberry Holiday Biscotti, Italian Wedding Cookie, Pizzelles and Pizzelles with a twist (Please bring a container to take some goodies home)

HoliDAy swEETs – DEmonsTrATion Chef Amy WeisenburgerThursday, December 6, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, December 13, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personCelebrate with Dessert! Learn to bake from scratch without breaking into a sweat. You’ll be the hit of the holiday party scene when you arrive with one of these festive desserts! Crème de Menthe Brownies, Gingerbread with Spiced Crème Anglaise, Raspberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies, Chocolate Pistachio Fudge

Holiday Baking Series

Adult ClassesDEMONSTRATION

TAnTAlizinG TouCHDown TAilGATinG! Beer pairing withBrewery OmmegangCulinary Instructor Jeannette KreherFriday, October 26, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, October 17, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person, 2/$40This is not your normal tailgate party menu…take these crowd pleasers to the big game and see they are winners! Prosciutto Chicken Kabobs, Buffalo Chicken Potato Bites, Steak and Cheese Naan Pizzas, Peach Bruschetta

PErfECT AuTumn EvEninG DinnEr Wine pairingSchulze Vineyards and WineryExecutive Chef Scott DonhauserMonday, October 15, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, October 22, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per personThe cool days of autumn are upon us once again; let’s embrace the coming of autumn with this “feel good “meal. Fresh Green Bean Salad with Pears and Parmesan, Chicken and Fall Vegetable “Pot Pie”, Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Cranberry Crème Fraiche okTobErfEsT Beer pairing with Brooklyn BreweryCulinary Instructor Rose Ann RossFriday, October 19, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, October 12, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personThe Oktoberfest isn’t just for Germans anymore. People have flocked to Germany from all parts of the globe to participate in the world’s largest annual festival for nearly 200 years. Raise your stein and oom-pah over to the cooking School to celebrate Oktoberfest with us! Jagerschnitzel, Homemade German Potato Salad, Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage, Guinness Cake

souPs on!Chef Amy WeisenburgerThursday, October 11, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, October 15, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWhether using your crock pot or warming up your kitchen on those cold weather days, let’ make some hearty soups using natural/organic ingredients served with crusty bread. Acorn Squash Soup with Brown Butter and Maple Yogurt, Cheddar Beer Soup, Fall Vegetable Soup, Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting

CubAn CuisinEBeer pairing with Great Lakes Brewing Co.Chef Amy WeisenburgerMonday, October, 22, 6-8:30 pm AmherstThursday, October 18, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personCuban cuisine is a fusion of Spanish, African, and Caribbean cuisine. Cuban recipes share spices and techniques with Spanish and African cooking, with some Caribbean influence in spice and flavor. This results in a unique, interesting and flavorful blend of the several different cultural influences. Chef Amy will introduce you to this flavorful way of cooking! Baked Plantain Chips, Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Onions and Citrus, Cuban Red Beans and Rice, Coconut, Caramel and Rum Flan

lET’s CrEATE brEAkfAsT for DinnErExecutive Chef Scott DonhauserMonday, November 5, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, November 12, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $25 per personWant to change up your dinner routine? Want to find a great breakfast menu? Whatever the reason, Chef Scott has the perfect menu for you!French Toast “Finger Sandwiches” with Ham, Swiss and Maple Dip, Steak and Eggs-Grilled Steak, Fried Eggs, Pomme Frites and Fresh Cherry Tomato Relish, Cherry - Almond Coffee Cake HoliDAy PiEsCulinary Instructor Karen GoldFriday, November 2, 6-8:30 pm AmherstWednesday, November 7, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWhat would the holidays be without homemade pies? Learn the tips on how to make no fail crust and filling from scratch. You’ll be surprised – it’s as easy as pie! Texas Style Pecan Pie, Southern Sweet Potato Pie, Impossible Coconut Custard Pie, Lazy Apple Cranberry Pie

sAvory souTHErn THAnksGivinG Culinary Instructor Jeannette KreherWine pairing with Chateau NiagaraMonday, November 19, 6-8:30 pm AmherstFriday, November 2, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personWhat makes southern holidays so special? Holiday traditions in the south are deeply cherished, but you don’t have to be southern born and bred to enjoy a southern Thanksgiving! Come join Jeannette with her authentic take on down home southern cooking! Sweet Potato Soufflé, Sausage and Greens Stuffing, Pomegranate and Molasses Glazed Turkey, Southern Virginia Pound Cake with Berry Compote


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Colors of AuTumnChef Amy WeisenburgerThursday, November 8, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, November 5, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personStep into autumn with an array of colors that these recipes bring. Once you taste them, you’ll color yourself happy! Hot Corn Dip, Pork Chops with Pear Maple Sauce, Cranberry Cous Cous, Brownie Parfaits

frEnCH CuisinEWine pairing with Niagara LandingChef Amy WeisenburgerMonday, November 12, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, November 19, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per person French Cuisine is the most refined style of cooking in the world. This cuisine is a result of centuries of political and social change throughout France. French cooking actually originated from the Italians, who introduced ways to flavor food that the French critiqued to make it their own. Watercress, Frisee and Pear Salad, Boeuf Bourguignon, Potatoes and Parsley, Mocha Pots de Crème

soPHisTiCATE your HoliDAy APPETizErs for Co-workErs, fAmily, or friEnDs!Wine pairing with Chateau NiagaraCulinary Instructor Jeannette KreherWednesday, December 12, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday December 3, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca$25 per personDo you want to have the office or special gathering raving about your appetizers? Need to bring the next “foodie” to the party? Try these and you will be the hit of the party! Citrus Rosemary Shrimp Skewers; Veggie Wrapped Breadsticks; Ham and Cheese Tartlets, Orange Cappuccino Creams AnnuAl ClAssiC HoliDAy mEnu – inCluDEs winEExecutive Chef Scott DonhauserMonday, December 3, 6-8:30 pm AmherstMonday, December 10, 6-8:30 pm West Seneca $30 per person (No coupons are accepted)Full meal served Buffet Style with wine pairingPlease join us for the Cooking School’s annual sit down holiday dinner. Chef Scott does an outstanding job of preparing and serving the finest menu of the season! Seats are limited; please make your reservations early! Crab Cakes with Herb Mayo and “Crisp” Vegetable Slaw, Cheddar-Broccoli Soup, Green Bean-Red Pepper Sauté, Baked Yams with Honey Butter, Baked Ham with Horseradish-Marmalade Glaze, Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

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“many people view their diabetes as a barrier that prevents them from doing all the things they want to do,” says Talbot. “but instead of having diabetes be the focus of your life, living your life first means accepting your diabetes and taking control of it, every day, so that you can live your life on your terms.”

over the coming months Talbot and the makers of oneTouch® brand products will work together to raise awareness of the importance of regular glucose testing in managing diabetes and sharing strategies for success, particularly healthy eating.

About Sam Talbot: Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 12, Sam Talbot combines his two passions, food and diabetes advocacy. His first cookbook, “The Sweet Life: Diabetes Without Boundaries,” was released in October 2011 by Rodale Press. He was a “Fan Favorite” on Bravo TV’s “Top Chef.” A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, he began his culinary training at Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, SC. At 24, he moved to New York City as Executive Chef of the Black Duck Restaurant. Two years later, he opened his own restaurant, the Williamsburg Cafe in Brooklyn’s trendiest locale, where he was nominated for Best New Chef in Brooklyn, NY by CitySearch and Best Restaurant in Brooklyn by the New York Post. His inventive dishes have garnered praised from The New York Times, New York Magazine, the Daily News, the New York Post, Zink Magazine, Time Out New York and Forbes Magazine. To learn more, visit www.samtalbot.com.

Sam TalbotCELEBRITY CHEF

The Sweet Life: Diabetes Without Boundaries with Celebrity Chef Sam Talbot

Wednesday, November 7, 6-8:30 pm TOPS Cooking School – Amherst$40, includes “The Sweet Life” autographed book ($25 value!)Talbot, a semi-finalist who was voted “Fan Favorite” on Bravo TV’s “Top Chef,” is the former executive chef of Imperial No. 9 in New York City’s Mondrian Soho Hotel, and the Surf Lodge in Montauk, NY. Since his diabetes diagnosis, Talbot has developed a deep understanding of the relationship between food and blood glucose levels and learned to successfully manage his diabetes while living a life full of adventure and achievement. Through his involvement in the “Life First™” campaign with LifeScan, Inc., makers of the brand OneTouch® Brand products, Talbot will share his experience to help educate and inspire the nearly 26 million Americans living with diabetes. Talbot will “dish” about his own diabetes, discuss the connection between food and blood sugar, dispel some myths and misconceptions about food, and conduct this cooking demo featuring diabetes-friendly recipes from his recently released book, The Sweet Life: Diabetes without Boundaries.

RECIPES: Provencal Salad, Shirataki Noodles With Parsnips, Chili Paste and Mint, Broccoli With Citrus and Garlic Oil, Peanut Butter and Oatmeal Cookies


Wine and Beer Tastings are Now Offered in Some of Our Classes at the Cooking School!

Alcoholic beverages may be made available

for consumption in some classes. Class

participants will be asked to present

identification to prove that they are of legal

New York State drinking age and will be

held responsible for limiting their

consumption of alcohol to safe amounts.

Pregnant women and people on certain

medications should not consume alcohol.

Everyone should bring proper ID to the

class. TOPS policy is to proof everyone;

failure to bring proper ID will result in

being excluded from the tastings, but not

the class.

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Jim & Kathy BakerOwners

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Ann & Martin SchulzeOwners

716-778-8090

Tim HerzogFounder

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Please check inside for dates and times of those classes.

Register early, because these classes fill up quickly!


Meet Our Chefs & Instructors


regional Cooking school manager Grace HanusinGrace is our Regional Cooking School Manager for Amherst, West Seneca and Rochester. She is located at Tops Cooking School in Amherst. Her culinary background includes working as a line cook and Sous Chef in many area restaurants. In 1995, she placed second in the New York Division of The National Beef Cook off Contest, with her Beef and Barley Mulligan recipe. Her Onion Soup recipe was featured in the Buffalo News by Janice Okin, food critic. Grace has appeared on local TV shows and events, and does live cooking demos, while promoting the Cooking School. She coordinates and writes the calendar each quarter, schedules the classes, teaches the special needs population and supervises day to day operations of the Cooking Schools in Amherst and West Seneca as well.

Coordinator noreen malliaNoreen is our Cooking School Coordinator for the West Seneca Cooking School. She comes to us with a background in restaurant operation, with 29 years experience. Noreen and her husband Sal owned Sal Franco’s Restaurant in Orchard Park, where Noreen worked in various positions. Noreen schedules the classes and manages day to day operations of the cooking school in West Seneca.

kiDs insTruCTor linDA DunCAnLinda Duncan comes to us as a cooking school assistant. Being a mother of 5 with many years of home schooling teaching experience, Linda will certainly add this knowledge to teaching kids classes, Scout program and parties in West Seneca.

kiDs insTruCTor JuDy HAnDzlikJudy is our Instructor for the children’s array of classes and special need groups in our West Seneca School and kids classes in Amherst. Judy has worked as a pre-school teacher, as well as a Day Camp Instructor for 25 years. Judy brings with her many new and refreshing ideas for the classes, as well as a love and understanding of working with these age groups. Judy teaches the scout programs and hosts birthday parties, as well.

ExECuTivE CHEf sCoTT DonHAusErIt is always a treat when Chef Scott comes to the Cooking School. Scott has shown his many talents in local restaurants such as Daffodil, Verbena, and Frog Hair Grill Restaurant and Windows on the Green. His newest venture is a “fusion” restaurant called Butterwood Sweet and Savory, located in Downtown Buffalo. This dynamic chef has his hand in many local happenings that add to his two hour program. The menus he has chosen will bring cooking, presentation and interesting flavor combinations to new heights!

CulinAry insTruCTor JEAnnETTE krEHErJeannette enjoys traveling throughout the uS and the World eating local cuisine then trying new recipes using a variety of spices. She appears on AM Buffalo preparing egg recipes and talking about eggs. Jeannette has worked as a demonstrator/presenter/instructor with adult and children for a variety of companies and hopes to share her love of cooking, ethnic food and use of spices to enhance your palate. Jeannette also fills in teaching birthday parties/scouts in Amherst and West Seneca.

CHEf TinA kumiEGAChef Tina Marie Kumiega was the owner and executive chef of the Victorian Tea Room and Bake Shop in Wyandotte, Michigan. She is also a member of the united States Personal Chef Association and while a member of their Southeast Michigan Chapter prepared Meals for the Ronald McDonald House in Detroit, Michigan. Chef Tina started her culinary career in her Polish Grandmother’s Kitchen and shopping at the Broadway Market as a child. She has studied at Schoolcraft Culinary School in Livonia, Michigan, Trevarrow’s Chef du Jour Program in Auburn Hill, MI, and under Le Cordon Bleu trained Chef Marci Arthur at her school in Orlando, Florida.

CulinAry insTruCTor rosE Ann rossRose Ann was the owner of her own restaurant, Rigatoni’s, located on Delaware Ave. in Kenmore from 1986-1996. Her quick, uncomplicated recipes will enhance your own cooking abilities, as well as her flair for table decorating. Rose Ann specializes in hands on classes, which she makes entertaining as well as educating! Rose Ann also fills in teaching the kids classes in West Seneca.

CHEf Amy wEisEnburGErChef Amy is a Personal Chef, cooking gourmet dinners and providing busy professionals and special diet clients with delicious home cooked meals in Buffalo and the surrounding areas. She is a graduate of the united States Personal Chef Association Certificate program. Chef Amy has had as her clients Martha Stewart Living Magazine, ECMC, Stand Advertising, Planet Reels Films, Socket Films, The Diocese of Buffalo, Independent Health, and many happy individuals!

Class Registration

Grace Hanusinregional Cooking school manager3980 maple roadAmherst, ny 14226716-515-2000

Registration is easy and convenient!We are able to take payment over the phone using your credit card. To register for a cooking class at either our Amherst TOPS or West Seneca TOPS, please note the following:

To register by phone:

• Call the TOPS Cooking School in Amherst at 716.515.2000 or the TOPS Cooking School in West Seneca at 716.517.3006.

• You must provide a credit card number and expiration date to register by phone using your credit card. Card cannot be debit only – card must have a VISA/MasterCard/American Express/Discover logo. Please have your credit card ready when calling. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOuR CREDIT CARD INFORMATION ON OuR VOICEMAIL. For your payment information, we will call you back promptly.

• The best way to register for classes is to call the Cooking School.

Registration is easy. Just call the Cooking School that you want to register for classes in, or stop by during the day when shopping, and we will be glad to register you.

We discourage paying for classes ahead of time, in the event the class is not held. Your credit card will not be charged until the day of the class. If you wish to pay by cash the day of the class, you may do so by stopping in the school before the class to obtain your registration form. Just go to the service desk, pay for the class and return a receipt and the form back to the class.

Pre-registration for all classes is recommended at least 5 days in advance, as the class may be full or cancelled for low attendance after that time.

Cancellation Policy• If you cannot attend a class, you may send a substitute in your place, except for Your Health classes.

The substitute must have health insurance coverage or they will be charged for the class.

• TOPS reserves the right to change any menu or instructor, or to cancel any class at their discretion. The Cooking School will attempt to notify students of cancellations.

• In order to better prepare for our classes and to better serve our customers, we now require 3-business days advance notice if you cannot attend a class or your credit card will be charged. No refunds will be made after that time. Just call the Cooking School and leave your name and the date of the class you are cancelling. We will call to confirm. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

Both schools are handicapped accessible.

Register Early!Some classes fill quickly and others may not be held due to low registration.


noreen malliaCooking school Coordinator355 orchard Park roadwest seneca, ny 14224716-517-3006

General Information and EtiquetteIn hands-on participation classes, students should wear casual clothing and comfort-able shoes. You may not wear open toed shoes or sandals. This is for your protection and safety. We provide full-length bib aprons for use during class.

Please bring photo ID when attending classes with beer and wine pairings. Please silence all cell phones and pagers when classes are in session. Please keep talking to a minimum so that others may hear the instructors during class. Small children are not allowed in adult classes. If you need to use your cell phone, please exit the Cooking School while talking. We appreciate your cooperation as we strive to give you the best classes possible.

Attention Scout Leaders!The cooking school offers an approved Scout cooking program, from Daises to Cadetttes, which have been revised in accordance with the new scout program. What a fun way to work towards your cooking badges!

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Cooking School Aprons and Gift CertificatesCooking School aprons make great stocking stuffers for that person who loves to cook — only $12 for children’s sizes, $15 for adults. Or looking for a gift for a person who has everything? Purchase a gift certificate from the Cooking School, where you choose the price, they choose the classes!

Featured Events

Gingerbread House

$20 per team (one adult / one Jr. Chef); $5 each extra person

HANDS-ON | AGES 7 & uPCuLINARY INSTRuCTOR JuDY HANDzLIK

HAunTED HousE for Jr. CHEf / ADulT TEAms Amherst – friday, october 12, 6:30-8:00 pmwest seneca – friday, october 19, 6:30-8:00 pmDecorate a spooky gingerbread house with ghosts and goblins galore! Create your own Halloween scene with candy corn fences, licorice trees and all kinds of sweet and scary fun. Each team will receive one haunted house and a frightening amount of candy decorations!

GinGErbrEAD CHrisTmAs CoTTAGE for Jr. CHEf / ADulT TEAms Amherst – friday, December 21, 6:30-8:00 pmwest seneca – friday, December 14, 6:30-8:00 pmDecorate a charming gingerbread house with royal icing “snow” and sweet treats.Judy will help you create your own holiday scene with pretzel windows, cobble-candy pathways and gumdrop trees. Each team will receive one gingerbread house and enough candy to cause a celebration!

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