Monday, February 18th
Chef Jill Vedaa of The Wine Bar in Rocky River $50.00

 
 
 

The Wine Bar has become the West Side’s most talked-about new hot spot and we’re delighted that their Chef Jill Vedaa will be giving a demonstration class at Solari. Jill began her career in the culinary world almost 15 years ago, and has worked alongside some of Cleveland’s best chefs, including Michael Symon and Karen Small. Please sign up early for her class! Menu will be available soon.

Appetizer I: Castelvatrano green olive and cured meat antipasto

Appetizer II: Roasted artichoke hearts with fennel, capers and lemon zest

Entrée: Barley risotto with cremini mushrooms and white truffle oil

Dessert: Marinated berries with zabigilione

 

 
 
 

 
Chef/Owner James Bell, Three Birds new Moda products from Solari  
 

Monday, February 25th
Chef/Owner James Bell of Three Birds
$50.00

 
 
 

What a pleasure to welcome James Bell back to Solari! Three Birds, in its lovely restored brick building in western Lakewood, has become one of Cleveland’s most-acclaimed restaurants, and with good reason. James’ classes are always filled quickly, so please make your reservation soon.

Antipasto: Artichoke and Fontina Pizza

Primo: Leek, Clam and Shrimp Risotto

Secondo: Pork Tenderloin with Braised Fennel

Dessert: Winter Pears with Gorgonzola, Walnut Pound Cake with Port Reduction

 
 
 


Chef Isabella Nicoletti of Paesano’s in Ann Arbor, Michigan



 
 
 

Monday, March 3rd
Chef Isabella Nicoletti of Paesano’s in Ann Arbor, Michigan
$50.00

 
 
 

If you haven’t been to one of Isabella’s classes here at Solari, this is your big chance. Always sold out, Isabella’s fabulous food and irreverent humor make for a very fun evening – in addition to all of the cooking tips and great recipes you’ll learn! Her menu this time has everything – wonderful fresh ingredients, classic cooking techniques and delicious recipes you’ll definitely try at home. Don’t wait to call. . .

Antipasto: Sopressa Scottata nell’Aceto con Polenta e Spinaci (Vinegar-sauteed Sopressa with Polenta and Spinach)

Primi: Risi e Bisi (Risotto with Peas and Pancetta)

Secondi: Salmone al Parmigiano con Insalata di Asparagi e Salsa al Limone (Parmesan-crusted Salmon with Asparagus Salad and Lemon Sauce)

Dolce: Tartufi al Cioccolato (Chocolate Truffles)

 
     


 
 
 

 

Tuesday, March 11th
Chef Bob Sferra of Culinary Occasions
$50.00

 
 
 

Having grown up in a big Italian family, Bob Sferra says food “symbolizes everything that I LOVE”! A graduate in Pastry Arts of The French Culinary Institute in NYC, Bob’s experience also includes working with Parker Bosley, as Executive Chef at The Harp in Cleveland and, most recently, as Culinary Director for the Viking Store at Legacy. Culinary Occasions provides catering for private and corporate events as well as culinary classes and travel. Check out this wonderful Easter menu!

Antipasto: Homemade Fresh Mozzarella with Marinated Olives, Fresh Basil and Crostini

Primo: Cannellini Bean Salad with Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Oranges and Red Wine Vinaigrette

Secondo: Savory Italian Easter Pie

Dolce: Frangelico Berries with Mascarpone Whipped Cream in a Vanilla Pizzelle Basket

 
     

 


As always, our classes are held from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Solari, 19036 Old Detroit Road in Rocky River. All classes include a generous sampling of everything demonstrated, with tastes of wines chosen by the chefs to complement the foods.

You may come to the store to make your class reservation, or call us at 440-333-9600 with your credit card number. Class fees are non-refundable. Please note that there are plenty of parking spaces available behind the store, off Depot Street. We hope to see you soon.