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Dine Magazine, Culinary ‘Diva’ Maude Eaton and Altima International have paired up with Leila Restaurant to present a series of cooking classes this summer. These classes will highlight the regional cuisine of Leila, a cosmopolitan Middle Eastern Grill, located on the corner of Datura and South Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. For these demonstration classes, guests will receive one glass of wine, the collection of recipes and generous samples of everything being prepared. The featured wine, Lebanese beer and pomegranate martinis will be available at a special price during the class.
The cooking classes at Leila will take place once a month on Thursday evenings. A reception will begin at 5:30 pm, followed by the class from 6:00-8:00 pm. You can sign up for one class or take the entire series. Each class will cost $45.
** Remember to sign up early as space is limited. Contact Dine Magazine if you have any questions.
Leila is located at 120 S Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach.
Schedule
Class #2 – Aug 12
Baba Ghanouj: Fire roasted eggplant puree with garlic, lemon and cream of sesame
Fatoush: A fusion of flavors – tomato, romaine, cucumber, onion and toasted pita
Shrimp Kebab with Couscous: Flamed grilled shrimp marinated in a special sauce
Baklawa: Filo layers filled with pistachios and sweetened with rose water and orange blossom syrup
Class #3 – September 9th
Tabouleh Mezze: Flavorful salad of finely minced parsley, bulgur, tomato and mince onion
Fasoulia: Lightly stewed fresh green beans with tomato, garlic and olive oil
Khiar Bi Leban: Refreshing union of yogurt and cucumber with garlic and mint
Lamb Kefta with Rice: A Kebab of finely ground lamb blended with special herbs
Class #4 – October 14th – Entertaining with a Mezza Platter
Baba Ghanouj: Fire roasted eggplant puree with garlic , lemon and cream of sesame
Fasoulia: Lightly stewed fresh green beans with tomato, garlic and olive oil
Tabouleh: Flavorful salad of finely minced parsley, bulgur, tomato and mince onion
Falefel: Delicate Chickpea Croquettes with aromatic spices
Sambusik: Flaky and light small pastries filled with minced beef, pine nuts and sweet onions
Join DINE at Wild Olives Cafe by Todd English for Happy Hour on April 28. Wild Olives Cafe opened up in CityPlace earlier this year and features a menu of rustic Mediterranean fare. You will find many of Todd English’s signature dishes like Asparagus Frites, Fig & Prosciutto Flat Bread and Tortelli with Butternut Squash, along with new menu items created by Chef Manny Rodriguez. This week marks the 21st Anniversary of the Todd English brand, so they will be adding in some party specials — including a $21 3-course dinner special.
Where: Wild Olives Cafe by Todd English, 477 S Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach
(Next to Macy’s on S Rosemary in CityPlace)
When: Wednesday, April 28
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 and free for paid members of Dine’s Wine & Dine Club when you RSVP to DINE in advance.
For this week’s Happy Hour event, we will be at Don Ramon Restaurant. Father and son team, Ramon and Jose Villarino, bring flavorful Cuban specialties like stuffed Yucca, croquettes and Arroz con pollo to Clematis Street. For this event, we will have the upstairs bar to ourselves giving us plenty of time to mix, mingle and enjoy authentic flavors of Cuba.
When: Wednesday, March 10
Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Where: Don Ramon Cuban Restaurant, 300 Clematis St, West Palm Beach
Cost: $10 – includes 1 glass of sangria and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres
Join DINE Magazine at Blue Martini in CityPlace for mingling, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Located on the 2nd floor in CityPlace, Blue Martini offers a sophisticated, yet casual setting. They are known for their extensive list of martinis, sumptuous tapas menu and lively atmosphere. Guests will enjoy 1 Van Gogh Vodka cocktail and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres. We will be in the back room so when you arrive, go inside, pass the stage area and head to your right — you should be able to find the group. If not, ask for the DINE group.
When: Wednesday, February 24
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Where: Blue Martini, 550 S Rosemary Ave (in CityPlace), West Palm Beach
Cost: $10 and free for paid members of DINE’s wine & dine club. Members, you must RSVP to get in for free.
Please prepay and RSVP in advance so we have enough food for the group.
Be one of the first to experience Wild Olives Cafe by Todd English in CityPlace. Wild Olives Cafe — a joint venture between restaurateur Lirim Jacobi and Celebrity Chef Todd English — opened up a few weeks ago in the old Italian Oven Cafe Space. This casual restaurant features a menu of rustic, Mediterranean fare and serves many of Todd English’s signature dishes including: Asparagus Frites, Fig & Prosciutto Flat Bread and Tortelli with Butternut Squash.
When: Wednesday, February 17
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Where: Wild Olives Cafe, 477 S Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach (Next to Macy’s on S Rosemary in CityPlace)
Cost: $10 – includes 1 drink and a selection of complimentary flat breads