Adult Education Parents | Students | Staff | District | Administration | Employment WPS Home WPS Mail Adult Education Night Life GED Classes GED Exam Schedule Literacy ESL Contact Culinary Arts ServSafe® Sanitation Certification Course Location WORC TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Number of Weeks 2 Day of the Week MONDAYS Starts 2/11/2008 Time 05:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $100 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $115 This nationally recognized course will certify managers, cooks, chefs, and wait staff with the policies and procedures of proper food service sanitation. Topics covered in this two night course include: The Challenge to Food Safety, Developing a Food Safety Program, The Flow of Food through your establishment, and Maintaining Sanitary facilities and equipment. The class is offered four times: February 11 & 25; March 3 & 17; March 31 & April 14; and May 13 & 27. ServSafe® Sanitation Certification Course Location WORC TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Number of Weeks 2 Day of the Week MONDAYS Starts 3/3/2008 Time 05:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $100 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $115 This nationally recognized course will certify managers, cooks, chefs, and wait staff with the policies and procedures of proper food service sanitation. Topics covered in this two night course include: The Challenge to Food Safety, Developing a Food Safety Program, The Flow of Food through your establishment, and Maintaining Sanitary facilities and equipment. The class is offered four times: February 11 & 25; March 3 & 17; March 31 & April 14; and May 13 & 27. Cake Decorating for Beginners Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 8 Day of the Week MONDAYS Starts 3/3/2008 Time 06:30-09:00 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $90 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $105 Learn the art of cake decorating - birthday cakes, special occasion and holiday cakes, borders, and string work. Learn to make roses, pansies, mums, and carnations. A list of supplies needed will be sent before the class. Enroll early, class size is limited. Cake Decorating - Advanced Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 7 Day of the Week TUESDAYS Starts 3/4/2008 Time 06:30-09:00 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $90 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $105 In this advanced class you will learn the art of making a wedding cake, piping, color flow, royal icing, gum paste, flowers and specialty cakes. Armenian Ethnic Gourmet Cooking Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 8 Day of the Week TUESDAYS Starts 3/4/2008 Time 06:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $85 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $100 Join us in a very friendly atmosphere to learn unique healthy cooking and baking. In this class we will prepared food from scratch, and enjoy eating a fabulous meal at the end of each class. Each week together we will cook different foods using fresh herbs and very aromatic spices. We will prepare entrees with meat as well as vegetarian dishes, soups, and rich pastries. There is a $10.00 supplies fee each week (cash only payable to the instructor). Please bring an apron. Italian Feast Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 6 Day of the Week WEDNESDAYS Starts 3/5/2008 Time 06:15-09:15 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $65 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $80 Romance is in the air with Italian dinners. Each week cook a meal from start to finish and leave with recipes for a full course dinner. We will start with a delightful appetizer, moving on to a main course and closing with a delicious dessert. Each student will receive a list of ingredients to bring to the next class. (First list will be mailed to students.) We will discuss how to cook healthy meals using different spices and ingredients to accent foods and salads. Come join in the weekly celebration of cooking …..Ciao (ALL NEW RECIPES) Brookline Food Tour Location BOSTON Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week SATURDAYS Starts 3/23/2008 Time 10:00-01:00 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $38 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $38 Join us for a guided 3-hour walking tour of Brookline's historical Harvard Street and Coolidge Corner, and for a chance to visit many of the town's treasured Jewish food stores and restaurants - including Zaftig's, Kupel's Bagels, Rami's, and the Butcherie. Along the way, you will stop for tasting of samples Gefelte Fish, Matzo Ball Soup, Latkes, Falafel, Kosher wines (and many more) from the best Brookline purveyors and discover traditions and stories that lie behind the food. You will learn about kosher rules, holidays, and the influence of Middleastern, European, and Asian cultures on Jewish cuisine. As we walk, we'll discuss Jewish history in Brookline, and share interesting anecdotes about the owners of the establishments we visited, and other famous Brookline residents from the 18th-21st centuries. And finally you will be given discount coupons to many Brookline establishments to use when you return on your own! Tour is held rain or shine. ServSafe® Sanitation Certification Course Location WORC TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Number of Weeks 2 Day of the Week MONDAY Starts 3/31/2008 Time 05:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $100 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $115 This nationally recognized course will certify managers, cooks, chefs, and wait staff with the policies and procedures of proper food service sanitation. Topics covered in this two night course include: The Challenge to Food Safety, Developing a Food Safety Program, The Flow of Food through your establishment, and Maintaining Sanitary facilities and equipment. The class is offered four times: February 11 & 25; March 3 & 17; March 31 & April 14; and May 13 & 27. Chinatown Excursion and Dim Sum Location BOSTON Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week SUNDAY Starts 4/6/2008 Time 10:00-02:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $70 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $85 Join Master chef and cookbook author, Rose Lee, while she guides you to the delights of Chinese culture and foods. Learn your way around this unique section of downtown Boston as we explore the nooks and crannies of both old and new Chinatown and visit Asian markets, Chinese bakeries, favorite restaurants, herbal shops, art and gift shops, jade jewelers, Chinese silk fabrics and costume shops. Also learn about Chinatown’s exotic fruits, vegetables and herbs. Learn where to find inexpensive Asian cookware. Enjoy samples of Chinese breakfast, Chinese pastries, and Chinatown’s best Chinese B.B.Q. Rose Lee will share her extensive knowledge about quality brands of imported ingredients that are best for Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean and Japanese cooking. At the end of the tour, enjoy a sumptuous Dim Sum lunch at the area’s best Dim Sum teahouse. Lunch costs an additional $5.00 to $7.00 per person, payable at the restaurant. This is a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes, and bring your shopping bags and cooler in the car because you’ll want to stock up on some of the best brands of seasonings and ingredients. Directions and Map will be sent before class. EXOTIC INDIAN BREADS Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week WEDNESDAYS Starts 4/16/2008 Time 06:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $35 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $50 Indian breads are very different from traditional western bread. You can prepare Indian breads in the tandoor (clay oven), dry roasted, cooked on a griddle, or deep-fried (e.g. puri). They can either be prepared plain like Parantha, Roti or stuffed with savory or sweet filling, or just topped with mouthwatering garnishes. This hands-on class will take you step by step from making the dough to creating many different kinds of breads. The menu consists of, but is not limited to: naan, garlic naan, stuffed bread (potato paratha), fried puffy bread (puri), cabbage and onion bread (gobhi roti), aalo-gobhi or gobhi masala (potato and cauliflower curry) and raita (yogurt and mint relish). A materials fee of $20.00 (cash only) is payable to the instructor at the class. You will receive handouts of all the recipes that are taught. Please bring an apron and rolling pin to class. Enjoy a wonderful meal at the end of class Culinary, Historic Tour & Lunch in Boston's Legendary North End Location BOSTON Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week SATURDAYS Starts 4/19/2008 Time 09:00-02:00 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $65 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $80 Join us for an exciting tour through Boston’s Italian North End as we explore the culinary ambience of old world Italy. We’ll begin the day at a landmark Italian bakery/coffee shop. Then browse through a store specializing in hard to find imported Italian specialties, edible gold and silver candy, dried fruit, edible seeds, baking chocolates, flours and pastes. Prepare your palates for taste testing and shopping in Boston’s finest Italian delicatessen. You will learn about olive oils, balsamic vinegars and food products to please the most accomplished chef. On to taste a variety of the most delicious ‘Old World style pizzas’ - the best anywhere! Roam through a wine store named the #1 Italian wine shop in the U.S. by the Italian Wine and Food Institute. At this specialty store you will be able to view and purchase beautiful handcrafted, imported ceramics and crystal from Italy. Shop at a neighborhood store for Italian cooking appliances and every day dishes. Next we’ll visit an outstanding cheese shop sampling fresh made ricotta cheese & mozzarella! Bring small coolers to keep perishable items fresh during transit. Learn about the history of the North End, its people, culture, and visit historic sites. (Please note that the tour fee does not include the cost of lunch). We will have lunch at a renowned family owned Italian restaurant, which was awarded “The Best of Best Restaurants in Boston.” Sample, shop and learn about the legendary North End of Boston in this unique five-hour tour. Ciao! Culinary, Historic Tour & Lunch in Boston's Legendary North End Location BOSTON Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week SATURDAYS Starts 4/26/2008 Time 09:00-02:00 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $65 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $80 Join us for an exciting tour through Boston’s Italian North End as we explore the culinary ambience of old world Italy. We’ll begin the day at a landmark Italian bakery/coffee shop. Then browse through a store specializing in hard to find imported Italian specialties, edible gold and silver candy, dried fruit, edible seeds, baking chocolates, flours and pastes. Prepare your palates for taste testing and shopping in Boston’s finest Italian delicatessen. You will learn about olive oils, balsamic vinegars and food products to please the most accomplished chef. On to taste a variety of the most delicious ‘Old World style pizzas’ - the best anywhere! Roam through a wine store named the #1 Italian wine shop in the U.S. by the Italian Wine and Food Institute. At this specialty store you will be able to view and purchase beautiful handcrafted, imported ceramics and crystal from Italy. Shop at a neighborhood store for Italian cooking appliances and every day dishes. Next we’ll visit an outstanding cheese shop sampling fresh made ricotta cheese & mozzarella! Bring small coolers to keep perishable items fresh during transit. Learn about the history of the North End, its people, culture, and visit historic sites. (Please note that the tour fee does not include the cost of lunch). We will have lunch at a renowned family owned Italian restaurant, which was awarded “The Best of Best Restaurants in Boston.” Sample, shop and learn about the legendary North End of Boston in this unique five-hour tour. Ciao! SUSHI WORKSHOP Location Forest Grove Middle School Number of Weeks 1 Day of the Week THURSDAYS Starts 5/1/2008 Time 06:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $25 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $40 Sushi is a simple, nutritious, yet intensively decorative way of eating that can satisfies both your appetite and your artistic soul. Join Sushi expert Rose Lee and learn how to make the best Sushi Rice, select best flavorful Nori , learn the shaping techniques, cutting techniques, ingredients, garnishes, Sushi Etiquettes, and hints and tips. You will learn to make Nigiri (hand formed sushi), Maki (rolled sushi), Temaki (cone shaped sushi), including California Roll, and many more, using a variety of vegetables, and both raw and cooked seafood. Learn where to purchase the freshest sushi-grade fish, shopping tips, and food safety issues. Enjoy dining on the fruits of your labor, and at the end of the class you will also take home a box of delicious Sushi made by you, and a sushi mat. Material fee: $38:00 (cash only) per person payable to the instructor at the class. ServSafe® Sanitation Certification Course Location WORC TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Number of Weeks 2 Day of the Week MONDAY Starts 5/5/2008 Time 05:30-09:30 p.m. Fee for Worc Residents $100 Fee for Non-Worc Residents $115 This nationally recognized course will certify managers, cooks, chefs, and wait staff with the policies and procedures of proper food service sanitation. Topics covered in this two night course include: The Challenge to Food Safety, Developing a Food Safety Program, The Flow of Food through your establishment, and Maintaining Sanitary facilities and equipment. The class is offered four times: February 11 & 25; March 3 & 17; March 31 & April 14; and May 13 & 27. © 2008 Worcester Public Schools. All Rights Reserved. 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609-2493 Designed and modified by Mohammed Siddiqui This page was last modified on 6/18/2008