Flavors of France: Provence

A hands-on cooking class culminating in dinner served with wine.

Located in the South of France, Provence is widely known for its rolling hills of lavender, vineyards of celebrated rosé, and aromatic clusters of rosemary, thyme, oregano, and tarragon (herbes de Provence). Yet there is an unpretentious and practical side to the region, and such values can be seen in its delicious cuisine. Zoé McLaughlin will show us that food that is hearty and honest can be elegant, and simple can seem special. 

 
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Moules Farcies ~ Mussels Topped With Herb & Garlic Breadcrumbs
Pissaladière ~ French Style Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Black Olives, Anchovies & Herbes De Provence
Soup De Cresson ~ Watercress Soup 
Thon Grillé Et Legumes Avec Trio De Tapenade, Anchoïade Et Aïoli ~ Seared Tuna & Vegetables Served With A Trio of Sauces
Crème Caramel ~ Vanilla Custard Topped With Caramel

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.