“Cooking classes offered”

Posted: 18 Aug 2010 12:50 AM PDT

A selection of North Jersey cooking classes. All classes require advance registration. To submit classes for future listings, e-mail features@northjersey.com.

PICNIC SURPRISE: An interactive class for kids ages 3-5 with adult; 10 a.m. Sunday at Kings Cooking Studio, Short Hills; 973-258-4009; kingscookingstudio.com; $45 per pair.

CHEF FOR A WEEK: Aug. 23-27: A must for teens who like to cook; 10 a.m. at Kings Cooking Studio; $225 per series.

TEENS SUMMER BAKING CAMP: Aug. 23-27: A weeklong baking class for kids ages 11-17; 9 a.m. Monday at Chef Central, Paramus; 201-576-0100; chefcentral.com; $425.

WONTON RAVIOLI FOR KIDS: A fun, hands-on class for kids ages 3-5; 4 p.m. Monday at Chef Central; $15.

VIKING UNIVERSITY: For the next four Tuesdays, gain a strong background in all aspects of gourmet cooking; 6 p.m. Tuesday at Viking Cooking School, Fairfield; 973-244-1580; vikingcookingschool.com/fairfield; $599.

GARDEN FRESH VEGETABLES: Prepare an appetizing summer menu with instructor Arlene Ward; 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Chef Central; $65.

SAUTÉING AND FRYING: Take the fear out of frying these quick, easy dishes; 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Viking Cooking School; $49.

GRILLING WORKSHOP: Learn professional techniques for smoking and grilling; 6 p.m. next Wednesday at Viking Cooking School; $99.

SOUTHWEST SUMMER MENU: Prepare recipes with the bold, seductive flavors of the Southwest; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Kings Cooking Studio; $45.

TAMALE AND SANGRIA PARTY: Make a Mexican tamale fiesta and then toast with a glass of sangria; 10 a.m. Aug. 26 at Viking Cooking School; $89.

MARBLE POUND CAKE FOR BIG KIDS: Hands-on class for kids ages 6-10; 4 p.m. Aug. 26 at Chef Central; $20.

ITALIAN GRILL: Tips and techniques for successful grilling – Italian style; 6 p.m. Aug. 26 at Viking Cooking School; $109.

DATE NIGHT: IN PARIS: Learn classical techniques for reproducing Parisian dishes; 6 p.m. Aug. 27 at Viking Cooking School; $99.

SHELF - PRINCIPLES OF HOME CANNING: Critical information to can goods in your own home; 9 a.m. Aug. 28 at Chef Central; $95.

ONE-DAY FRENCH CULINARY BASICS: From soufflés to crêpes, you'll learn to prepare the best of France; 10 a.m. Aug. 28 at Viking Cooking School; $160.

FISH COOKERY: Learn how to marinate, broil, and grill fresh fish; 5 p.m. Aug. 28 at Viking Cooking School; $109.

— Christina Jones