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Local Food heroes

VIRTUAL CLASSES ON ZOOM WITH TUCSON CHEFS AND SLOW FOOD SOUTHERN ARIZONA

JANUARY - MARCH 2021

Put on your aprons and join Tucson's Food Heroes, live, from the comfort of your own kitchen. Slow Food Southern Arizona and SAACA are proud to present three classes scheduled for January, February and March featuring Tucson's top chefs. These hands-on classes will cover everything you need to know from ingredients to the first bite of an unforgettable meal.

Each live ZOOM class will feature a brief introduction by the presenting arts partners - Slow Food Southern Arizona and SAACA - viewing of a pre-recorded 30 minute tutorial filmed onsite at the Chef's restaurant, and a 20 minute live Q&A with the chefs. All registrants will have access to downloadable recipe cards and a private link where you can watch and re-watch the recorded cooking class at your own pace after the class. These classes are designed for cooks at home with a bit of experience in the kitchen, but all recipes and techniques will be meaningful for advanced and beginner chefs. At $25 for each class, you'll want to attend all three!
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HOW IT WORKS

1) Register online for each class at https://saaca.thundertix.com/. After registration, you will be emailed a ZOOM connection for the day and time of the class.

2) One week before the class, you will be sent a recipe, shopping and preparation list and where to purchase the essential ingredients. 

3) The day of the class, log on to ZOOM from your smartphone, web browser, tablet or computer a few minutes before the scheduled start time. You will be put into a waiting room and a host will let you into the virtual cooking class. Each class will feature introductions, pre-recorded close-up video tutorials, and live Q&A's with the chefs. We recommend you have a hands-free device so you can try out techniques along with the chefs.

4) After the class, you will have access to the video and will be able to view it online at your convenience.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Kristine Jensen and Christopher Baldwin, Gallery of Food Bodega
Duck Tamales and Making Masa
​January 25, 2021 at 5:30 PM


Up first, tamales for the New Year! Join Chefs Kristine Jensen and Christopher Baldwin of Gallery of Food Bodega as they walk you through tamale making. A holiday tradition for many, tamales are a delicious year round treat rich in tradition in flavor. In this 60 minute class, you'll learn how to make your own masa (don't worry, it's much easier than you think!) and a myriad of fillings fit for omnivores and vegetarians alike. These delicious treasure-wrapped corn husk jackets will be something enjoyed by family and friends year after year. 
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You may also opt to purchase a pre-measured ingredient box directly from the chef! ​Meal Kits are available for purchase directly from Gallery of Food Bodega by calling ​520-884-5033 or online under “Class Kits” at Galleryoffood.Square.Site. You can pick up the ingredient box before the class, or have it delivered to your location by emailing Slow Food Southern Arizona at <foodfoodfood@msn.com>. ​
Watch Class on Youtube
Download the Recipe Card
Download the Meal Kit Card
Purchase a "Class Kit" from the Chef
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Doug Levy, Feast
Comfort Foods
​February 23, 2021 at 5:30 PM

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Doug Levy is one of Tucson’s more creative chefs and the monthly changing menu at Feast, which utilizes a bounty of fresh ingredients sourced from near and far, reflects his talents. The grilled cheese sandwich is always available in some form at his restaurant and is a perennial favorite.  In this class, Levy presents his take on two classic comfort dishes - grilled cheese and tomato soup. But make no mistake, this will not be your average bowl of tomato soup and plate of grilled cheese!
Watch Class on Youtube
Download the Recipe Card
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Wendy Garcia, Tumerico
Jackfruit and Southwestern Vegetarian Cuisine
​March 15, 2021 at 5:30 PM
Chef Wendy Garcia is going to show us how to prepare Jackfruit as a meat alternative for tacos and carnitas. Jackfruit is used extensively in Indian and Caribbean dishes, in everything from ice cream to main dishes. The good news is that it is readily available, here in Tucson!

Wendy Garcia grew up in Alamos, Sonora. She learned from her father and grandmother how to cook traditional Mexican food, with lots of meat. After moving to Tucson at the age of 17, Garcia started working in restaurants around Tucson, ranging from Taco Bell to Feast. After a decade of working late nights and multiple jobs, she decided to start her own business selling vegan tamales at farmers markets. That grew into Tumerico, an extremely popular and nationally recognized restaurant in the heart of Tucson. 
Watch Class on Youtube
Download Wendy's Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos Recipe Card
Download Chef Barry's Trio of Salsas Recipe Card
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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts. SAACA strengthens the bonds between people, place and purpose through collaborative, arts-driven experiences.
  • WHO WE ARE
    • ABOUT
    • TEAM CONTACTS
    • PARTNERS, DONORS & SPONSORS
    • BOARD OF DIRECTORS
    • CULTURAL EQUITY
  • WHAT WE DO
    • BUSINESS & ARTS PARTNERSHIPS
    • ARTS & HEALTHCARE
    • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS - CALL TO ARTIST
    • ARTS EDUCATION
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL ADMINISTRATION
    • EVENTS, PROGRAMS & FESTIVALS
    • CATALYST ARTS & MAKER SPACE
    • CREATIVE PLACEMAKING
    • CREATIVE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
    • UNDERCOVER ARTS MAGAZINE
    • ONLINE ARTS & CULTURE >
      • CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES
      • STREAMING & VIDEO RESOURCES
      • COVID-19 RESPONSE & RESOURCES
  • SUPPORT & DONATE
    • DONATE AND SUPPORT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • INTERN
  • EVENTS, PUBLIC ART & PROGRAMS
    • EVENT & EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS
    • ART FESTIVALS >
      • FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
      • ART ON THE LAKE FESTIVAL
      • DOWNTOWN GLENDALE ARTS & CULTURE FEST
      • LA ENCANTADA FINE ART FESTIVAL
      • SKY ISLANDS FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • SPRING FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
    • COMMUNITY ART GALLERIES >
      • VENTANA GALLERY AT ROCHE >
        • Roche Lung Cancer Awareness Exhibition
        • Roche Celebrating Moments >
          • Active Moments - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Frozen in Time - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Up Close and Personal - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Quiet Contentment - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
    • ARTS & CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS >
      • Desert Ridge Music and Murals
      • Tempe World of Chalk
      • Cruise, BBQ & Blues
      • Oro Valley Candy Crawloween
    • CULINARY ARTS >
      • SAVOR FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
      • DEVOUR CULINARY CLASSIC
      • Devour Culinary Classic
      • WORLD MARGARITA CHAMPIONSHIP
    • LIVE MUSIC & CONCERTS >
      • Oro Valley Concert Series
      • Riverfront Park Classical Concert Series
      • Steam Pump Concert Series
      • Lookout Tucson at Westward Look
      • Tucson Folk Festival
      • La Encantada Live
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS >
      • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS
      • Summer Youth Art Project 2022 >
        • Gila Monster
        • Glowing Scorpions
        • Prickly Pear Everywhere
      • Desert Ridge Mural Project
      • Sahuarita Public Art
    • DIGITAL ARTS PROGRAMS >
      • AARP Video Series
      • ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
      • Local Food Heroes Virtual Classes
      • The Art of Food Cooking Classes
  • CATALYST ART SPACE & VENUE
    • VENUE & SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS
    • UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS
    • ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM