Dish it up Good! with Tess Georgakopoulos

Dish it up Good! With Tess Georgakopoulos

 Better than Bakery: Cinnamon Crunch Bagels & Pumpkin & Pumpkin-Spice Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the comforting aromas and flavors of fall where you will experience the crafting of two seasonal

favorites from scratch, perfect for cozy mornings or elegant gatherings around the holidays. Join Chef Tess in one

of her newest cook-along classes as she guides you in the step-by-step creation of the softest most delicious

gooey Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls enriched with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice both in the pillowy

dough and mouthwatering filling. They will be baked to golden perfection and topped with a pumpkin spice

cream cheese frosting. You will also be guided in the creation of Panera®--style Cinnamon Crunch Bagels that

feature a tender, chewy interior studded with cinnamon chips and a signature crackly-sweet cinnamon topping;

the perfect balance of softness and crunch, and a textural dream.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or simply a lover of fall flavors, this fun yet refined class promises to fill your

kitchen with warmth, spice, and something truly special!

Saturday, Sept 26th

4-6:30pm  | $46 

Online  

Freezer Pizza & Fast ‘Liquid’ Pizza: Easy Meal Prep for Busy Nights

Busy night? Skip the takeout—make pizza your easiest meal of the week. In this hands-on class, with step-by-step

guidance, you’ll learn how to prepare and freeze homemade pizzas for quick, healthy, affordable, stress-free

dinners anytime. We’ll make fresh freezer-friendly pizza dough use it to prepare the crusts, and go through the

process required for toping freezing, storage, and baking so they bake up perfectly from frozen each and every

time. Important pro-tips for freezer friendly dough and toppings will also be shared.

You’ll also learn how to prepare a fast no-knead pizza—an easy mix-and-bake method that comes together in

under an hour from start to finish. With make-ahead tips, and ready-to-go ingredient ideas, you’ll leave with

practical ways to save time and money, eat healthier, and always have a delicious meal within reach. As always

recipes used are Chef Tess originals intended to make the experience simple and flavorful each and every time.

Equipment Needs: Stand mixer, and 12-inch disposable aluminum pizza pans.

Friday, Oct 9th

5:30-8pm  | $46 

Online 

 Air Fryer Hype: Copycat KFC®

The POPULAR Air Fryer Hype Copycat KFC® experience is back by popular demand, and taking to the next level!

Are you curious about the air fryer craze or ready to go beyond fries and frozen foods? Whether you’re a

seasoned user of considering your first purchase, this experience is for you.

Join Chef Tess for an elevated, fun, and interactive cook-along experience featuring crave-worthy favorites

including her mouthwatering Copycat KFC® chicken, and from-scratch yeasted air fryer glazed doughnuts, plus

additional scratch-made pizza, burgers and egg rolls.

Participants will be invited to cook-along and create the Copycat KFC® Chicken and fresh homemade yeasted

glazed doughnuts, then sit back and enjoy demonstrations of the remaining recipes. All recipes are included

along with tips for air fryer success, ingredient insights and tips for freezing. Delicious recipes your family will

love—leftovers may just become a thing of the past.

Equipment Needs: Air Fryer. A stand-mixer with dough hook attachment is also recommended for making the

doughnut dough. If a stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. More info will be provided in the

ingredient list packet.

Friday, Nov 6th

5:30-8pm  | $46

Online 

Swedish Meatballs & Spaetzle 18 (Homemade egg noodles) Holiday Comfort Food

Rich, savory, and deeply comforting—this is the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table. In this hands-on

class, you’ll learn how to create tender, perfectly seasoned Swedish meatballs simmered in a velvety, savory

cream sauce—an iconic dish enjoyed by families around the world, especially during the holidays.

To make it even more special, you’ll prepare homemade Spatzle—soft, delicate German egg noodles that are

surprisingly fun to make and the perfect companion to soak up every bit of that delicious sauce.

Follow along step-by-step as Chef Tess shares her recipes, techniques for building flavor, working with simple

ingredients, and creating a complete, from-scratch seemingly gourmet meal you’ll be proud to serve. Whether

for a holiday gathering or a cozy dinner at home, this comforting classic is sure to become a family favorite.

Friday, Dec 18th

5:30-8pm  | $40 

Online 

While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDF packet to be received by participants after the class. NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together.