The Kitchen Engine

June and July cooking classes are up and posted!!! Check them out at thekitchenengine.com/calendar for more information.

🍋 NEW! Sicilian Cooking – Main Dishes with Angie Pitini 🍋

Discover the bold, coastal flavors of Sicily in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Angelina Pitini!

📅 July 29
⏰ 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/new-sicilian-cooking-main-dishes-with-angie-pitini-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248099322

Drawing from her Sicilian heritage, Angie will guide you through three classic dishes while teaching techniques you can use long after class is over.

In this 75% hands-on class, you'll learn:
🍳 Pan-searing techniques
🍋 How to build bright, flavorful pan sauces
🍷 Tips for cooking with simple, high-quality ingredients
🐟 Traditional Sicilian approaches to meat and seafood

On the menu:
🍄 Chicken Marsala with Wine & Mushroom Sauce
🍋 Breaded Pork Scaloppine with Lemon-Caper Sauce
🐟 Swordfish alla Siciliana with Tomatoes, Olives, Capers & White Wine

Whether you're new to cooking or looking to expand your Italian repertoire, this class is a delicious introduction to the flavors of Sicily.

✨ Come hungry and leave with new skills, recipes, and a taste of the Mediterranean!

🍜 Thai Cooking: Pad Kee Mao with Handmade Rice Noodles 🍜

Taste Thailand one noodle at a time—no passport required!

📅 July 23
⏰ 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫https://classbento.com/thai-cooking-pad-kee-mao-with-handmade-rice-noodles-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248099324

Join Thai-born instructor Angelina Pitini for a hands-on journey into one of Thailand's most popular street food dishes: Pad Kee Mao, also known as Drunken Noodles.

In this fun and beginner-friendly class, you'll:
🍜 Make traditional wide rice noodles from scratch
🔥 Learn the high-heat stir-fry techniques behind authentic Pad Kee Mao
🌿 Cook with fresh ingredients and traditional Thai seasonings
👩‍🍳 Build confidence creating Thai dishes at home

Whether you're new to Thai cooking or already a noodle lover, you'll leave with new skills, great recipes, and a deeper appreciation for the flavors of Thailand.

✨ Come hungry, get hands-on, and enjoy a delicious plate of homemade Pad Kee Mao!

🥢 Popular Thai Cuisine: Crispy Pork Belly 2 Ways 🥢

Love Thai food? Join Thai-born instructor Angelina Pitini for an evening of authentic flavors and traditional techniques centered around one of Thailand's most beloved ingredients: crispy pork belly.

📅 July 22
⏰ 5:45 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/popular-thai-cuisine-crispy-pork-belly-2-ways-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248099323

Watch as Angelina demonstrates how crispy pork belly (Moo Krob) is prepared using traditional Thai methods, then get hands-on creating two popular Thai dishes.

You'll learn how to:
🌿 Stir-fry with Thai holy basil
🍳 Make a perfectly crispy Thai fried egg
🥦 Cook Chinese broccoli to the ideal texture
🍚 Prepare fluffy jasmine rice

On the menu:
🥢 Pad Krapow Moo Krob with Thai Fried Egg
🥢 Pad Ka Na Moo Krob (Chinese Broccoli & Crispy Pork Belly)

Come hungry and discover the bold, comforting flavors that make Thai cuisine a favorite around the world!

☕🎨Latte Art Workshop with Aaron Jordan 🎨☕

Ever wonder how baristas create those beautiful hearts, tulips, and rosettas floating on top of your latte?

📅 July 21
⏰ 5:45 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/latte-art-workshop-with-aaron-jordan-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248092988

Ready to dive into the world of latte art? Join specialty coffee expert Aaron Jordan for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the techniques behind creating café-worthy latte art at home.

You'll spend the evening practicing milk steaming, working on your pouring technique, and learning how small movements can transform a simple latte into a work of art. Whether you've never touched an espresso machine or you've been making coffee at home for years, Aaron will guide you through the process step-by-step.

During class you'll learn:
☕ How to steam milk for silky microfoam
🥛 How different types of milk behave
❤️ The fundamentals behind pouring Hearts
🌷 How to create Tulips
🌿 Techniques for Rosettas
🫖 Pitcher control, cup movement, and pouring angles
✨ How to troubleshoot common mistakes and improve your consistency

Along the way, you'll enjoy sipping your creations and snacking on delicious house-made treats while you practice.

Aaron brings 17 years of specialty coffee experience to the classroom and currently serves as Managing Partner at Roast House Coffee. His passion for coffee education and helping people build confidence behind the espresso machine makes this class perfect for beginners and coffee enthusiasts alike.

🎁 Plus, you'll leave with a bag of freshly roasted coffee beans to continue practicing at home!

Come learn a new skill, enjoy some great coffee, and discover just how fun latte art can be.

🥩 Steak 101 with Al Batson 🥩

Want to cook the perfect steak every time? Whether you're already comfortable at the grill or your family has politely suggested takeout, this class is for you!

📅 July 16
⏰ 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/steak-101-with-al-batson-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248080527

Join steak enthusiast Al Batson for an entertaining and informative evening dedicated to one of America's favorite meals. In this demonstration-style class, you'll learn the Three S's of great steak: Season, Sear, & Slice.

Al will break down everything you need to know about choosing and cooking steak, including:

✔️ Understanding primal cuts
✔️ Where different cuts come from
✔️ Why marbling matters
✔️ How to select the right steak for every occasion
✔️ Techniques for achieving perfect texture and flavor
✔️ Tips for cooking steak with confidence every time

You'll watch as Al demonstrates three primal cuts and prepares five different steaks while sharing the tricks and techniques he's learned along the way.

On the menu:

🥩 Tenderloin
🥩 New York Strip
🥩 Ribeye
🥩 Two Types of T-Bone

Plus:
🥔 Roasted Potatoes
🥦 Seasonal Roasted Vegetable
🍰 Simple Dessert

Come hungry and leave with the knowledge to confidently cook restaurant-quality steaks at home!

🌮🫘 Mexican Staples with Jamie Aquino 🫘🌮

Learn the building blocks of authentic Mexican cooking and discover just how easy delicious from-scratch meals can be!

📅 July 15
⏰ 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/mexican-staples-with-jamie-aquino-spokane

Beans and Rice are the building blocks for almost every Mexican meal, but cooking them from scratch may seem intimidating. Chef Jamie Aquino is here to take the guesswork out of these essential Mexican staples in this fun, hands-on cooking class.

In this 75% hands-on class, you'll learn:
✔️ How to cook and season beans from scratch
✔️ Traditional stovetop techniques for perfect beans every time
✔️ How to make flavorful Mexican rice
✔️ The secrets to a homemade Roja Enchilada Sauce
✔️ Tips and techniques you can use in countless Mexican dishes

Skip the canned shortcuts and learn how simple homemade can be!

On the menu:

🫘 Pintos Refritos
🖤 Seasoned Black Beans
🍚 Mexican Rice
🧀 Cheese Enchiladas
🌶️ Homemade Roja Enchilada Sauce

Whether you're new to cooking or looking to expand your recipe collection, you'll leave with practical skills and recipes you'll use again and again.

Once you taste homemade beans, rice, and enchilada sauce, you'll never want to go back to store-bought!

*Vegetarian and vegan-friendly options are available. Please let us know your dietary preferences when registering.

🥖 Two-Day Sourdough Workshop with Jeff Halfhide 🥖

Ready to move beyond the starter and learn the art of baking beautiful sourdough bread from scratch?

📅 Day 1: July 12 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📅 Day 2: July 13 | 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/two-day-sourdough-workshop-with-jeff-halfhide-spokane

This immersive two-day workshop takes you through the complete sourdough bread-making process: from mixing dough to pulling golden-brown baguettes from the oven.

Perfect for anyone ready to take the next step in their sourdough journey, this class gives you hands-on experience with the techniques that make artisan bread so special.

On Day 1, you'll:
✔️ Mix and develop sourdough dough
✔️ Learn proper folding and resting techniques
✔️ Understand fermentation basics
✔️ Make homemade sourdough crackers using discard

On Day 2, you'll:
✔️ Portion and shape your dough into baguettes
✔️ Learn proofing techniques
✔️ Score bread using a lame
✔️ Bake your own sourdough baguette
✔️ Make a personal pan of sourdough brownie batter to take home and bake

You'll gain confidence with every stage of the sourdough process while learning the tips, tricks, and techniques that turn simple ingredients into incredible bread.

On the menu:
🥖 Sourdough Baguette Samples
🧀 Sourdough Crackers
🍫 Sourdough Brownies

There's nothing quite like pulling your own loaf of sourdough from the oven. Join Jeff and experience the entire journey from dough to delicious!

*Recommended for students who have taken our Sourdough Starter class or have a basic understanding of sourdough starter care.

🍜NEW! Thai Cooking: Beloved Noodle Dishes with Angie Pitini🍜

Take your taste buds on a trip to Thailand and learn how to create some of the country's most beloved noodle dishes from scratch!

📅 June 16, July 7, & July 10
⏰ 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/new-thai-cooking-beloved-noodle-dishes-with-angie-pitini-spokane

Join Thai-born instructor Angelina Pitini for this hands-on cooking experience where you'll discover the techniques, ingredients, and flavor combinations that make Thai cuisine so unforgettable.

In this 75% hands-on class, you'll learn:
✔️ How to balance sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors
✔️ Essential Thai noodle preparation techniques
✔️ High-heat wok cooking skills
✔️ The foundations of authentic Thai cooking
✔️ Tips for recreating your favorite Thai dishes at home

On the menu:

🥗 Yam Woon Sen
A bright and refreshing glass noodle salad with fresh herbs, lime, and a perfectly balanced dressing

🍜 Pad See Ew
Savory stir-fried wide rice noodles with rich, caramelized flavors

🌶️ Kuay Teow Kua
Thai street-food-style stir-fried noodles with chicken, vegetables, and a kick of Sriracha

Whether you're new to Thai cooking or already love the cuisine, this class is designed to be approachable, fun, and packed with practical skills you can use in your own kitchen.

Come hungry and leave with recipes that will bring the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your dinner table!

🥧Pie School with Kate Lebo 🥧

Learn the secret to flaky pastry and luscious fruit fillings in this hands-on class!

📅 July 9
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:45 PM
📍 The Kitchen Engine
🎫 https://classbento.com/pie-school-with-kate-lebo-spokane?wtn=5cjh8ssf8us&sess=248070936

Class Style: Hands-On. This is a 75% participation hands-on class.

Pie can be sweet or savory, fancy or rustic, hot from the oven or straight from the icebox. Whichever way you bake it, pie is love—and the best pies are made at home by hand. In Kate Lebo’s Pie School, you’ll learn everything you need know to make pie as easy as it should be. Using recipes from her classic cookbook Pie School: Lessons in Fruit, Flour, and Butter, you’ll make flaky pie dough by hand, create flavorful fruit fillings, put a double-crust pie together, and bake it to perfection. Kate will also give handy tips for how to work pie-making into busy days and use your new skills to bake savory pies for dinner.

On the menu: Double-Crust Fruit Pie 🫐