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Italian Cocktails, Panzanella and Cornettini

Saturday, September 18th
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time

Join Chef Alain in Tuscany to learn how to make two Italian treats: Panzanella, a fresh salad with homemade croutons, and Cornettini, apple croissants that are easier to make than you think! We’ll also be joined by Highside Distilling for the crafting of two signature cocktails — a great way to round out a fantastic meal transporting you to Italy!

In partnership with our friends at Highside Distilling, learn how to make two cocktails that will perfectly complement your panzanella and cornettini: an Italian Iced Tea and an Amaro y Café.

Reserve a spot for the class below and purchase the cocktail kit through Highside, which will include most of the ingredients needed (see recipe list to buy other items needed).

September 16th Update:
— The deadline to order a cocktail kit and receive it by the class date has passed. If you have not already ordered a kit, but would still like to experience Highside Distilling's uniquely crafted spirits used in the cocktails, feel free to purchase them here. The cocktail recipes will be shared after class as well, should you wish to make them on your own.
— There are only 4 more spots remaining to join the class. Book your spot now!

Please be mindful of the time of the class you sign up for and your own time zone. After registration, you will receive a link to the Zoom online meeting session we will use.

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Ingredients & Preparation

Have your ingredients pre-measured and prepped before the class for a more seamless experience.
If you do not have certain ingredients, our chefs will do their best to suggest substitutions.

Before class: Prepare the demerara syrup with the sugar provided by Highside, as well as the simple syrup with the provided white sugar. Syrup recipes are included in the cocktail kit.

Panzanella (Tuscan Salad)
Serves 2

• 1 sweet onion (preferably red onion, or tropea onion)

• A couple of garlic cloves

• 100 grams (3.5 ounces) cherry tomatoes

• 1 large cucumber

• 1 fresh mozzarella ball

• Dried oregano

• Fresh basil

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Apple cider vinegar

• Salt & pepper

• 1 loaf of Italian bread (stale/leftover is recommended)

• Optional: anchovies

Cornettini (Apple Croissants)
Serves 2

• 1 sheet of puff pastry

• 2 apples

• Caster sugar (or regular granulated white sugar)

• Lemon juice

• 200 ml heavy cream

• 2 eggs

• Pure vanilla extract (we recommend a high quality vanilla)

Italian Iced Tea
(*Starred items are included in the cocktail kit, other items to be supplied by guests)

• 1.5 oz Highside Amaro Rosina*

• 2 oz Sweet Tea*

• .25 oz Simple Syrup* (Sugar for syrup included. Guests to prepare syrup before class.)

• .25 oz Lemon Juice

• Fresh mint (for muddling)

• Garnish: Dehydrated Lemon Wheel*

• Ice

Amaro y Café
(*Starred items are included in the cocktail kit, other items to be supplied by guests)

• 1.5 oz Highside Amaro Mele*

• .75 oz Cold Brew Coffee*

• .25 oz Demerara Simple Syrup* (Sugar for syrup included. Guests to prepare syrup before class.)

• .25 oz Heavy Cream

• 2 dashes Chocolate Bitters (optional)

• Garnish: Freshly-grated nutmeg*

• Ice

Equipment

Certain commonly used kitchen tools may not be listed here such as cutlery, dishes, mixing bowls, pots, and pans. Any additional equipment is listed here.

• Baking sheet

• Parchment paper

• Pastry brush (or a paper towel works in a pinch)

• Cutting board

• Peeler for apples

• Mixing bowls

• Saucepan

• Frying pan

• Cocktail shaker **important**

• Muddler

• Strainer

• Jigger (or measuring cup)

• Glassware of choice for the cocktails

General Steps

1. Prepare cornettini sauce, apples, and bread.

2. Make Italian Iced Tea.

3. Prepare vegetables and roll cornettini.

4. Make Amaro y Café.

5. Make croutons, mix salad, and top cornettini.

6. Buon appetito!

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