Entertaining for the holidays can be a snap if you have a few delicious, pre-made appetizers and desserts tucked in your freezer. You may have cheese board fatigue, so why not wow your guests with a savory galette and a glass of your favorite wine? Or, for that impromptu after dinner hang, a sweet fruit galette that tastes like a pie, but will cook in half the time! Let Piedaho’s Rebecca Bloom show you how to wow guests with your baking skills and stock your freezer with all you need to entertain! 

Spaces for this class are limited—register today

Discover the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Thailand with an immersive cooking class that will transport you straight to the bustling street markets of Bangkok. Learn how to balance sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors while mastering essential Thai cooking techniques. From preparing seafood and working with fresh herbs to creating the perfect stir-fry, this class will equip you with the skills to recreate these flavorful dishes at home with ease.

Please mark your calendars to join us Friday, November 15th, for a delightful culinary experience at Bistro 211, featuring the Sun Valley Culinary Institute Pop-Up Lunch! Our talented students are wrapping up their first block of instruction with a delectable three-course prix fixe takeout lunch. Prepare to savor a high-quality, memorable meal that showcases the skills our students have honed in their first term.

🍽️ 3 Courses for $25

🔒 Limited Seating - Takeout Encouraged

Call for Waitlist - Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a special dinner at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute. This carefully crafted menu highlights the freshness of the region's ingredients and the simple, yet bold flavors of Greek cuisine. Each course is a celebration of traditional dishes with modern touches, designed to transport your taste buds to the shores of the Aegean Sea.

Menu:

• Chicken Kabobs with Tahini Vinaigrette

• Hummus and Pita

• Keftedes – Greek Meatballs with Tomato and Feta Salad

• Pan-Roasted Bronzino with Artichokes, Castelvetrano Olives, Chickpeas, Caper and Parsley Sauce

• Greek Halva Cake with Preserved Lemons and Pistachio Ice Cream

Call for Waitlist - Call fTake a culinary journey to New Orleans with a taste of the French Quarter, where bold flavors and rich traditions come alive in every dish. This class will teach you classic Cajun and Creole techniques, highlighting the vibrant ingredients and spices of Louisiana’s iconic cuisine. Learn how to craft authentic dishes that will transport you to the heart of the Big Easy and give you the confidence to recreate these favorites in your own kitchen.

THIS IS A COOKING CLASS.

Indulge in an unforgettable evening of Spanish flavors with renowned Chef Goose Sorensen! Chef Goose, the former owner of Solera, a beloved Denver restaurant known for its exquisite Spanish cuisine, is celebrated for his role in transforming the city’s culinary scene. Now a Chef Instructor at SVCI, he brings his passion and expertise to this special dining experience.

The night will begin with an array of mouthwatering pintxos, followed by a flavorful seafood paella, and will conclude with a decadent dessert.

Call for Waitlist - Join us for an enchanting evening at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute with Chef Laurent Loubot, who will transport you to Burgundy through a masterful dinner. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to dine with Chef Laurent on October 25th

Experience a night of culinary elegance as you savor a specially curated menu:

• Escargot de Bourgogne in a potato cup

• Pôchouse Bourguignonne - Poached Walleye in white wine with garlic and cream

• Poire Dijonnaise - Red wine poached pear

Wine Bar with Louise & Goose. Join us Friday for wine, charcuterie and snacks from 4:00 PM to close. Get some friends together and enjoy a beautiful Fall Happy Hour with us. We would love to see you!

Join us for a memorable evening of pizza and fun as Ketchum’s own Rico Albright brings his signature dish to the Sun Valley Culinary Institute.

Learn pro tips on the art of creating and tossing the perfect pizza dough, while devouring this classic Italian entrée. Ask this culinary maestro questions or sit back and enjoy Rico’s humorous anecdotes from the world of pizza making.

Dinner Includes: Rico’s Famous Breadsticks, Zesty Italian Salad, A Selection of Pizzas & Dessert

THIS IS A DINNER - NOT A COOKING CLASS

Wine Club Tasting and Pick Up. Join us Friday, September 13th to taste our wine director’s newest selections including a wine tasting, club member pick-up, and light snacks.

Our tasting party is open to the public, so bring your friends. The tasting fee of $25 is waived for wine club members and on purchases of 6 bottles or more of wine!

Wine Club members: your Q3 Italian wines will be available to take home. We would love to see you here.

Everyone is welcome!

Join us for an evening of Dungeness Crab, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert at SVCI.  We will be rolling out the butcher paper and providing the bibs and all the tools you need to enjoy the sweetest crab in the sea. 

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute with Chef Laurent Loubot, who will transport you to the heart of Provence through a masterful traditional dinner. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to dine with Chef Laurent on August 29th.

Indulge in a meticulously crafted menu featuring classic Provençal dishes:

Traditional Pissaladière

Daube Provençale with Ratatouille and Steamed Potatoes

Seasonal Fruit Clafoutis

An Exquisite Chinese Family Style Dinner with Chef Kian Lam Kho

Join us for a delicious culinary experience at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute on Sunday, August 18th, as we present an exquisite Chinese food dinner prepared by Chef Kian Lam Kho and the Sun Valley Culinary Institute.

🍲 Thai Favorites for Summer with Pranee Halverson 🍲

Discover the essence of Thai cuisine and indulge in a delightful culinary experience with the renowned Thai Cooking Expert, Pranee Halverson. Join us on August 17th for a captivating cooking class, "Thai Favorites," where you'll learn to master some of Thailand's most beloved dishes. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic journey filled with bold flavors and authentic Thai techniques.

Thai Summer in Sun Valley Dinner

We are excited to invite you to "Thai Summer in Sun Valley," a special Thai dinner event hosted by the esteemed chef Pranee Halvorsen. Join us on Thursday, August 14th, for an evening featuring delicious Thai dishes.

Chef Pranee Halvorsen has prepared a menu that will introduce you to the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Thailand. Here are some of the culinary delights you can expect:

Stir-Fry Demystified with Kian Lam Kho

Stir-Frying Demystified Join our dynamic and fun filled cooking class where you'll master the art of authentic Chinese stir-fry! Discover the secrets to creating delicious, restaurant-quality stir-fry dishes in your own kitchen. Learn to select and season a wok for perfect stir-frying. Develop impressive knife skills to prepare your ingredients with precision. Identify and choose from a wide variety of Chinese vegetables, pairing them expertly with different meats and sauces. With access to a diverse range of ingredients and three unique stir-fry techniques, you'll be able to create an endless variety of mouthwatering dishes after just one class.

Spend a delightful evening on the lawn with a scrumptious takeout “basket” from the Sun Valley Culinary Institute while enjoying the symphony. Pick up your basket from the Sun Valley parking lot on Tuesday evening, starting at 5:30 PM. Each basket includes utensils, plates, and napkins for two people, all neatly packaged in an SVCI cooler bag for you to keep.

Menu

Spiced Chicken or Lamb Kofta Skewers with Tzatziki sauce, lettuce, and tomato with flatbread

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Baba Ghanoush

Hummus

Crudités

Baklava with pistachio and orange honey

Join us for an exclusive Saturday night supper on August 10th at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute, featuring a menu crafted by the renowned Chef Melissa Mauselle. Delight in an exquisite dinner celebrating the abundance of summer in the Wood River Valley.

Indulge in a night of culinary elegance with this specially curated menu:

Tomato and Goat Cheese Galette with hot honey and micros

Summer Raspberry Salad with spiced pistachios, aged cheddar, and lemon-thyme vinaigrette

Pistachio-Crusted Halibut with Calabrian chili sauce and steamed broccolini

Peach Trifle with peach cake, grilled peaches, peach butter, and vanilla whipped ganache

Join us for an evening of Dungeness Crab, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert at SVCI.  We will be rolling out the butcher paper and providing the bibs and all the tools you need to enjoy the sweetest crab in the sea. 

Spend a delightful evening on the lawn with a scrumptious takeout “basket” from the Sun Valley Culinary Institute while enjoying the symphony. Pick up your basket from the Sun Valley parking lot on Thursday, August 8th, starting at 5:30 PM. Each basket includes utensils, plates, and napkins for two people, all neatly packaged in an SVCI cooler bag for you to keep.

Menu

Charcuterie tray, meats, cheeses and crackers

Watermelon, mint & feta

Potato Salad

Esta’s Fried Chicken

Brownies

As summer's warmth embraces us, what could be more refreshing than a delicious, cool meal of salad and gazpacho? Join Chef Melissa Mauselle for an evening cooking class where you'll learn to create simple yet elegant summer dishes. This class offers a delightful culinary experience that will elevate your summer meals with ease and sophistication.

Fish Four Ways: Exploring Seafood Techniques - Call for Waitlist

With so many different fish to choose from and a wide range of techniques to consider, there are countless possibilities to suit any mood or season. This class covers four such techniques, with information about ideal fish to use and ways to vary the recipes so you can easily create some new favorites for your repertoire.

Join Cynthia Nims for an evening of Dinner & Trivia at SVCI! Cynthia who is an avid game player and trivia buff will play quiz master as we serve up some delicious food from her cookbooks Salty Snacks & Gourmet Game Night!

Preserving cherished recipes from family and friends is a meaningful way to keep traditions alive and to ensure associated memories remain vibrant.

Join Cynthia Nims for a writing workshop focused on the value of these most beloved recipes.

Call for Waitlist - Join us for a memorable evening of pizza and fun as Ketchum’s own Rico Albright brings his signature dish to the Sun Valley Culinary Institute.

Learn pro tips on the art of creating and tossing the perfect pizza dough, while devouring this classic Italian entrée. Ask this culinary maestro questions or sit back and enjoy Rico’s humorous anecdotes from the world of pizza making.

Dinner Includes: Rico’s Famous Breadsticks, Zesty Italian Salad, A Selection of Pizzas & Dessert

THIS IS A DINNER - NOT A COOKING CLASS

A Taste of the South of France -Call for waitlist

If we can’t be in the South of France, at least we can prepare some delicious recipes with bright, fresh flavors to help us pretend that we are—with a menu that makes the most of the season in French style. All you need is a lovely chilled glass of rosé alongside.

Call for waitlist - As we reach the peak of wild salmon season, we are excited to welcome Chef Laurent Loubot for an extraordinary evening showcasing this delicacy. Wild Alaska Salmon is renowned not only for its delectable taste and sustainability but also for its numerous health benefits. Don’t miss this unique dining experience with Chef Laurent on July 11th.

Experience a night of culinary elegance as you savor a specially curated menu:

Rillete de Saumon

Salade Vinaigrette

Saumon à l’Oseille (Salmon with Sorrel Sauce), asparagus and roasted tomatoes

Black & White Chocolate Dome

Call for Waitlist - Whef Nadina Keller has spent years studying and cooking foods from around the world. Tonight she will share her take on a traditional Japanese meal.

Teishoku meals mimic traditional down-home cooking in that most Japanese families enjoy this style of eating on a daily basis. The placement of the dishes, and even the order in which they are to be consumed are determined, but the rules may vary slightly depending on where you are from and/or individual family traditions.

Call for Waitlist - Join Chef Melissa Mauselle for an evening of cooking classes designed to infuse your summer meals with both simplicity and elegance. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a lineup of Chef Mauselle's favorite recipes, perfect for both lavish home entertaining and quick weeknight dining. This class promises a delightful culinary experience.

Wine Club Release with Louise. Join us Wednesday, June 12th for wine pick up and tasting. All are welcome! Get some friends together and enjoy a wine tasting with us. We would love to see you at SVCI! Wine Club members your wine will be available.