AURORA COOKS

Our cooking classes are designed to develop age-specific skills, promote community, demystify scratch cooking across cultures and promote fruit and vegetable consumption. We can help you become a confident home cook with our approach to cooking: empowering, practical and fun!

PARENT/TOT

Curriculum designed for youth ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. $35/pair.

Pack A Picnic

Come join us and prepare a fun picnic spread and then take it out into the park and enjoy it with your little one. Menu: Chicken and Avocado Pita Pockets, Homemade Graham Crackers with a Whipped Cinnamon Dip, and a Strawberry Sparkle Punch.

66722 Aug. 5

• Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Toy Story Brunch

You’ve got a friend in Aurora Cooks to infinity and beyond! Andy is gone and it’s time for Woody and the toy crew to help us cook an unforgettable brunch. Menu: Bacon Alien Egg Bites, Little Bo Peep Pancakes and Mini Twice Baked Mr. Potato Heads.

666723 Aug. 12

• Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

• Central Recreation Center

BREAKFAST IN AGRABAH: ALADDIN AND FRIENDS

Abu “borrowed” some ingredients from the market and it’s up to YOU to help make Aladdin and Jasmine breakfast- no help from Genie. Catch a ride on a magic carpet and fly into the kitchen to make some fun and super yummy food fit for a sultan! Menu: Turkey

Sausage Magic Carpet Breakfast Pizzas, Abu’s Nutella Animal Toast and Three Wishes Magic Potion.

66724 Aug. 19

• Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

POOH’S PICNIC

Have a rumbly in your tumbly? Grab your little Roo’s for this cooking class where we will be preparing the perfect picnic for Winnie the Pooh, the most loved bear of the hundred-acre woods. Menu: Hundred Arce Wood Trail Mix, Pooh Bear Nut Butter and Honey Tea Sandwiches, Rabbit’s Garden Veggies and Piglet’s Pink Lemonade.

66725 Aug. 26

• Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Central Recreation Center

PARENT/FAMILY

Curriculum designed for youth ages 6-12 accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. $55/pair.

Donut Shop

Master the art of donut frying, baking, and glazing! Menu: Blueberries and Cream Filled Donuts, Red Velvet and Churro Spice Donuts.

66726 Aug. 5

• Sat., 10 a.m.-noon

• Central Recreation Center

Cook Like Gusteau

HELP NEEDED! There has been an incident and none of the cooks showed up to work and Chef Gusteau needs your cooking skills. Join us and remember that “anyone can cook but only the fearless are great.”

Menu: Remy’s Ratatouille Puff Pastry Tart, Homemade Creamy Lemon Fettuccine Alfredo and Cheesecake Pops for Dessert.

66727 Aug. 11

• Fri., 6-8 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Coffee Shop Creations

Who doesn’t love a coffee shop treat to enjoy on a nice day? Come learn how to make some favorites with us. Menu: Strawberry Crumb Muffins, Blueberry Scones with Homemade Whipped Cream and White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Biscotti.

66729 Aug. 19

• Sat., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Make It Like Nonna

Make some friends and a fresh Italian restaurant meal that would make your Italian Grandma pinch your cheeks. Join us for the perfect plate of spaghetti. Menu: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Classic Marinara, Italian Green Beans and Cheesy Garlic Bread.

66728 Aug. 19

• Sat., 3-5 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Set Adrift

Lei back and drift away with us onto the beaches with this Tiki inspired meal. Menu: Sweet and Spicy Chicken Kabobs with a Sesame and Scallion Relish, Coconut Jasmine Rice and Dole Whip for Dessert.

66730 Aug. 25

• Fri., 6-8 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Frybread Feast

A taco by any other name... crispy, chewy and complex in flavor. Join us as we dive into this Native American staple. Menu: Beef Navajo Tacos topped with a Green Chile Crème and an Osage Hominy Salsa and Fry Bread Nuggets with Wojapi for dessert.

66768 Aug. 31

• Thu., 6-8 p.m.

• Expo Recreation Center

Kids

Curriculum designed for youth ages 6-9. $30/person.

Cupcake Creations

Channel your inner Pastry Chef and join us in making some show-stopping cupcakes. Menu: Chocolate Pretzel Cupcakes with Pretzel Butter, Chocolate Icing and Pretzel Bark.

66732 Aug. 12

• Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

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Street Tacos And Taquitos

Tick-tock it’s taco time. Salsa on down to make tortillas and new friends. Menu: Chicken Tacos Al Pastor, Tomatillo Salsa and Banana Honey Almond Butter Dessert Taquitos with Cinnamon Chocolate Sauce.

66733 Aug. 12

• Sat., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Cookies And Lemonade

Join us for an afternoon of cookie baking fun with a glass of refreshing lemonade to wash it all down!

66734 Aug. 26

• Sat., 10 a.m.-noon

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Junior Chef

Curriculum designed for youth ages 10-14. $30/person.

Mexican Fiesta

Take your family on a delicious trip south of the border! Menu: Beef Enchiladas, Elote Corn Salad and Tres Leches Cupcakes.

66739 Aug. 5

• Sat., 2-4 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

I Donut Care

Give your bored teenager something to do. All we need is U and we can turn don’ts into DONUTS. Menu: Raised Donut Holes with Lemon Blueberry Custard, Churro Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting and Peaches N’ Berries Fruit Salsa.

66740 Aug. 26

• Sat., 2-4 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Chimichanga

Not only is “chimichanga” fun to say, it’s also REALLY fun to make. Learn the basics of making some of your favorite Mexican dishes!

Menu: Oven Fried Chicken Chimichanga w/ Salsa Verde, Spanish Rice, Homemade Black Beans and a Watermelon Limeade.

66741 Aug. 26

• Sat., 2-4 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Teen

Curriculum designed for youth ages 15-18. $35/person.

Sushi 101

Join us as we teach you everything you need to know about rolling your OWN sushi!

Menu: Spicy Edamame, Rainbow Veggie Roll, California Roll and finished with Coconut Ice Cream.

66742 Aug. 5

• Fri., 6-8:30 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Dinner At Hogwarts

The professors of Hogwarts summoned all wizards, magical creatures and muggles for a dinner in the Great Hall! Learn to make dinner fit for Dumbledore! Menu: Cornish Pasties (Steak Pot Pie), Golden Snitch Curry Zucchini Fritters and Homemade Butterbeer Scathe Pudding with Chocolate Frog Pretzel Crumble.

66743 Aug. 12

• Sat., 3-5:30 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza

Let’s explore the “Windy City’s” classic pizza style and take pizza night to a new level.

Menu: Pepperoni and Cheese Deep Dish

Pizza, Roasted Garlic Broccoli, Marinara and a Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie.

66747 Aug. 19

• Sat., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

ADULT 18+

Curriculum designed for adults ages 18 years and older. $40/person.

New Mexican Cuisine

Join us for a fun a delicious cooking class where your taste buds will be transported to New Mexico, the land of enchantment. Menu: Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Calabacitas and Sopapillas with Whipped Cinnamon Honey Butter.

66748 Aug. 3

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

SPICE, SPICE, BABY

Breaking News! There have been recent reports of record-breaking temperatures here in Flavor Town. If you can’t beat the heat, get IN our kitchen and join us to prepare some haute and delicious dishes. Spice, Spice, Baby! Menu: Ancho Chile Flourless Chocolate Cake, Fiery Shrimp Diabla w/ Charred Garlic Bread and Spicy Cucumber Salad with Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette.

66750 Aug. 17

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Gnocchi Yourself Out

See just how versatile gnocchi can be! With our step-by-step instructions, you’ll learn how to make this fancy dish with some ease. Menu: Ricotta Gnocchi with Basil Pesto and Potato Gnocchi with Tomato Vodka Cream Sauce.

66751 Aug. 18

• Fri., 6-9 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Holy Mole

Together we will de-mystify this Oaxacian favorite and bring the complexity of mole into your own kitchen. Menu: Chicken Mole, Cilantro Lime Rice and Esquites (Mexican Corn Salsa).

66752 Aug. 24

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

OH MY SHAWARMA!

We’ve heard that shawarma is the epitome of middle eastern cuisine. Join us in making this takeout favorite. Menu: Beef Shawarma, Homemade Naan and Roasted Cauliflower with a Tahini Sauce.

66753 Aug. 31

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

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ADULT 21+

Curriculum designed for adults ages 21 and older. $45/person.

Cuban Flavors And Mojitos

Ready for a summer night in Havana? Grab a fresh mojito and let us transport you to the wildly flavorful, Spanish, African and Caribbean blended cuisine of Cuba. Learn to prepare some traditional Cuban dishes that will have your taste buds doing the mambo! Menu: Picadillo, Crispy Tostones, Avocado Mango Salad and Strawberry Mint Mojito.

66754 Aug. 3

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Street Tacos And Margaritas

Turn any night into Taco Tuesday! In this hands-on class you will learn how to make your favorite street tacos at home. Menu: Carnita Tacos with Homemade Corn Tortillas, Quick-Pickled Red Onions and Salsa Roja.

66766 Aug. 3

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Expo Recreation Center

Tapas And Sangria

Join us for an ice-cold fruit filled sangria and learn to make some outstanding Spanish tapas. Menu: Spanish Tortilla with Lemon Herb Aioli, Fiery Garlic Shrimp with Charred Bread and Sangria.

66755 Aug. 4

• Fri., 6-9 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Sushi Workshop

Learn the ins and outs of sushi rolling in this hands-on class. Menu: Spicy Edamame, Spicy Tuna Dragon Roll, Philadelphia Roll and finished with Coconut Ice Cream.

66756 Aug. 10

• Thu., 6-9 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center