Cooking Classes

Community Food Co-op partners with Whatcom Community College to connect you and other home cooks with expert cooking instructors, restauranteurs, and professional chefs. Find the class that’s right for you below.

A New Perspective on Home Cooking

Our diverse instructors bring with them culinary traditions from around the world. Each class expands your skill set and shows you what’s possible with the right techniques and fresh ingredients.

Jun 2

The Calming Swedish Tradition of Fika

Noelle Beecroft

The Calming Swedish Tradition of Fika

Demo

Noelle Beecroft

Tuesday, June 2

6:30-9 p.m. | $69

Celebrate the heart of Scandinavian culture through fika — the cherished Swedish tradition of slowing down to share coffee, tea, and sweet treats. More than a coffee break, fika is a daily ritual of connection and joy. Chef Noelle demonstrates how to make classic favorites: Rabarbersaft (refreshing rhubarb cordial) and Karamellkaka (caramel cake with lingonberries). Noelle holds a B.Sc. in Food Science and an M.Sc. in Agriculture from WSU, and draws on her Swedish heritage for this warm gathering.

Jun 3

Italian Summer Classics

Karina Davidson

Italian Summer Classics

Demo

Karina Davidson

Wednesday, June 3

6:30-9 p.m. | $89

Get ready for summer Italian-style with dishes that showcase peak-season produce. Watch Chef Karina compose a perfect Caprese Salad, then see two homemade pestos come together — comparing flavors side by side over fresh pasta. She’ll demonstrate a lighter Chicken Parmesan with quick, fresh tomato sauce, served alongside roasted zucchini. The finale is Berry Tiramisu — a no-bake dessert adaptable to any local berry variety. Chef Karina has spent nearly 50 years sharing the pleasures of cooking. Mangia!

Jun 4

Fermented Pineapple: Tepache & Hot Sauce

Miranda LeonJones

Fermented Pineapple: Tepache & Hot Sauce

Demo

Miranda LeonJones

Thursday, June 4

6:00-8:00 p.m. | $69

Discover the possibilities of fermentation using an entire pineapple — rind and all — to create two delicious recipes. Learn to make Pineapple Habanero Hot Sauce and Pineapple Tepache — a refreshing, naturally bubbly beverage with roots in pre-Columbian México. You’ll have a chance to sample fresh tepache, and taste the hot sauce on a variety of snacks. Fermentation enthusiast Miranda LeonJones has years of experience fermenting just about everything and is thrilled to share its transformational magic.

Jun 9

Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning

Jennifer Bryan-Goforth

Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning

Demo

Jennifer Bryan-Goforth

Tuesday, June 9

6:30-8:30 p.m. | $59

Learn the fundamentals of safe home canning and how to preserve food with confidence. This class covers the differences between water bath and pressure canning, including which foods require each method and why. Explore essential terminology, equipment, and how to find reliable, tested recipes to ensure safe and successful preservation. Instructor Jennie Goforth teaches food safety and preservation classes at WSU Skagit and has been preserving food at home for over 20 years.

Jun 11

Polish Dumplings: Making Pierogies by Hand

Magdalena Theisen

Polish Dumplings: Making Pierogies by Hand

Demo

Magdalena Theisen

Thursday, June 11

6:30-9 p.m. | $89

Master authentic Eastern European pierogi with Magdalena Theisen, owner of Magdalena’s Bistro and Creperie. Create classic potato and farmer’s cheese varieties alongside pierogis made with seasonal produce — all from scratch. Learn shaping techniques and cooking methods for perfect dumplings every time. Class ends with a delicious pierogi dinner! Part hands-on, part

Jun 16

Summer Salads & Strawberry Shortcake

Karina Davidson

Summer Salads & Strawberry Shortcake

Demo

Karina Davidson

Tuesday, June 16

6:30-9 p.m. | $89

Summer’s lush, local produce makes it the perfect season for salad. Chef Karina will build three crowd-pleasers: gorgeous taco salad, classic Caesar with homemade croutons and protein add-on options, and a big Italian salad you can easily transform into pasta salad. She’ll share her secrets for homemade dressings, perfect greens prep, and salads that work for weeknight dinners or larger gatherings. Wrap up the evening by learning how to construct Karina’s summery strawberry shortcake — a top 10 dessert in her pantheon. Chef Karina has spent nearly 50 years sharing the pleasures of cooking.

Jun 17

Sustaining the Harvest: Food Preservation Beyond Canning

Jennifer Bryan-Goforth

Sustaining the Harvest: Food Preservation Beyond Canning

Demo

Jennifer Bryan-Goforth

Wednesday, June 17

6:30-8:30 p.m. | $59

Preserving the harvest reduces food waste, extends seasonal abundance, and enhances food security. This class explores practical methods beyond canning, including fermentation, dehydration, freezing, and microclimate storage. Learn how these techniques maintain nutrients, improve flavor, and provide long-term, sustainable food storage solutions. Instructor Jennie Goforth teaches food safety and preservation classes at WSU Skagit and has been preserving food at home for over 20 years.

Jun 18

Let’s Make Mozzarella and Burrata!

Marisa Papetti

Let’s Make Mozzarella and Burrata!

Hands-On

Marisa Papetti

Thursday, June 18

6-7:30 p.m. | $69

Transform milk into creamy mozzarella and luscious burrata with cheesemaker Marisa Papetti. Sample generous tastings while learning accessible techniques to create these Italian favorites in your home kitchen, where you’ll bring pasta dishes, cheese boards, or caprese salads to new heights. Marisa teaches cheesemaking across the Pacific Northwest and owns local honey company Marie’s Bees.

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Our Classroom

The Co-op Connections classroom, located at 405 E. Holly St. #103 across from our Downtown store, features a fully equipped instructional kitchen designed for both hands-on classes and demonstrations. Professional cameras and audio ensure every student can clearly see techniques and actively engage with instructors.

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Cooking Classes

A New Perspective on Home Cooking

The Calming Swedish Tradition of Fika

The Calming Swedish Tradition of Fika

Italian Summer Classics

Italian Summer Classics

Fermented Pineapple: Tepache & Hot Sauce

Fermented Pineapple: Tepache & Hot Sauce

Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning

Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning

Polish Dumplings: Making Pierogies by Hand

Polish Dumplings: Making Pierogies by Hand

Summer Salads & Strawberry Shortcake

Summer Salads & Strawberry Shortcake

Sustaining the Harvest: Food Preservation Beyond Canning

Sustaining the Harvest: Food Preservation Beyond Canning

Let’s Make Mozzarella and Burrata!

Let’s Make Mozzarella and Burrata!

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