Flavors of the French Mediterranean

A hands-on in-person cooking class culminating in a dinner served with wine and beer. This class is limited to 14 students. Review our registration and cancellation policies here.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in this hands-on cooking class that brings the region’s rich culinary traditions to life! Experience the joy of cooking a whole fish to perfection, served with a pistachio pesto that adds a delightful twist to this classic dish. You’ll also learn to prepare seasonal zucchini cakes, crispy and golden, paired with fresh dill, scallions, and creamy feta for a burst of flavor in every bite. And to round out your Mediterranean feast, we’ll teach you how to create a refreshing salad of radicchio and fennel, dressed with an anchovy vinaigrette that’s both bold and zesty. Join us and discover the secrets behind these dishes—perfect for impressing your guests or adding new favorites to your own kitchen repertoire! Sign up now and bring the taste of the Mediterranean home!
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Radicchio, Endive Salad with Anchovy Dressing
Whole Cooked Fish Served with a Pistachio & Herb Pesto
Zucchini Fritters with Dill, Scallions & Feta
This menu contains the following common allergens: Fish, Egg, Tree Nuts, Dairy, and Wheat. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions that concern your ability to cook along, please e-mail info@18reasons.org before purchasing a ticket.
Let’s Cook Together!
Zoé McLaughlin was born in Paris and raised in San Francisco. She graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and worked in restaurants in France while she wrote and published her first cookbook – a collection of family recipes influenced by her multicultural upbringing. She now lives in San Francisco, where she works in the non-profit culinary world and hosts online cooking demonstrations. She has a passion for bringing together the diverse flavors and culinary traditions of the Bay Area with the time tested techniques of classical French cooking.
Photo courtesy of Zoe McLaughlin