Cooking Classes
WITH CHEF ALLISON VYN
Hands-On Cooking Classes
at PARC (in the Proud Mitten Culinary Concepts Kitchen)
Sourdough for Beginners:
A Hands-On Bread-Baking Experience
Saturday, April 19th, 11:30am-2:00pm
$89
Located at PARC (in the Proud Mitten Culinary Concepts Kitchen)
650 Church St, Plymouth, MI 48170
Ready to master sourdough? Join us for a hands-on beginner’s class that takes the stress out of baking your own beautiful loaves. Bring a banneton or a 3-4 qt. bowl to transport your unbaked loaf.
You'll learn:
How to care for and maintain a sourdough starter (take home a jar of mine!)
The right hydration ratios for foolproof dough
Stretch & fold techniques for strong, airy loaves
The science of fermentation and its health benefits
Shaping, scoring, and baking for the perfect crust
Enjoy fresh-baked sourdough with butter, salt, and spreads during class!
Take home:
A live sourdough starter
A fresh-baked loaf
A shaped loaf to ferment overnight and bake fresh for Easter morning
Cooking Up Cinco de Mayo — A Hands-On Kitchen Fiesta
Friday, May 2nd, 6:30-9:00pm
$89
Located at PARC (in the Proud Mitten Culinary Concepts Kitchen)
650 Church St, Plymouth, MI 48170
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a lively, flavor-packed cooking class that’s all about fresh ingredients, bold bites, and good times in the kitchen. Whether you’re flying solo or rolling in with friends, this hands-on fiesta is for anyone ready to spice things up and learn some seriously tasty new skills.
You’ll be cooking (and, of course, eating) your way through this festive Mexican-inspired menu:
Shrimp Ceviche with Fresh Tortilla Chips
Barbacoa (Beef) Street Tacos with ALL the Toppings
Homemade Corn Tortillas (yes, you’re really making them!)
Mexican Street Corn
Fresh-Made Buñuelos (aka cinnamon-sugar tortilla magic)
Bring your favorite fun beverage to sip while you chop, sauté, and salsa your way through the night (the cooking kind, but hey—dance breaks are always welcome). Spots fill fast, so grab yours now and let’s get cooking!
Taste of Thailand - A Hands-On Thai Cooking Class
Friday, May 16th, 6:30-9:00pm
$89
Located at PARC (in the Proud Mitten Culinary Concepts Kitchen)
650 Church St, Plymouth, MI 48170
Ready to level up your weeknight dinner game? Join us for a flavor-packed evening where you’ll chop, crush, and curry your way through Thailand’s most crave-worthy dishes. This is a fully hands-on cooking adventure—no spectators, no pre-made sauces, no flavor left behind.
You’ll be cooking (and eating!) your way through a vibrant menu that includes:
Chicken, Shrimp, and Veggie Panang Curry (yes, with actual homemade curry paste—none of that store-bought stuff)
Green Papaya Salad with Long Beans
Rainbow Vegetable Crudité with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Coconut Sticky Rice with Fresh Mango
We’ll talk about the unique ingredients that give Thai cuisine its unmistakable punch and where to find them right here in town. You’ll leave with new skills, a happy belly, and a serious craving to recreate it all at home.
Bring your own fun beverage to sip as you stir, sauté, and snack your way through the night. Come solo or bring a friend—either way, prepare for an unforgettable evening of great food, good company, and just the right amount of spice.
Demonstration-Style Culinary Workshops
at East Elm Kitchen Co.
The below classes are held at East Elm Kitchen Co. located at 173 West Liberty Street in Plymouth. You will be directed to their website, where you can sign up for a class or get on a waitlist.
Rustic French Cooking
April 22nd, 6:30p - 9:00p
Culinary Workshop (SOLD OUT)
$70.00
Class Type: Demonstration style with samplings
Level Up Brunch
May 8th, 6:30p - 9:00p
Culinary Workshop (SOLD OUT)
$70.00
Class Type: Demonstration style with samplings
Spring Produce & Gnocchi
May 22, 6:30p - 9:00p
Culinary Workshop (SOLD OUT)
$65.00
Class Type: Demonstration style with samplings