6-28-25 3:00-5:00PM

Join this intimate cooking class to explore how to bring the Nordic style of cooking outside to the grill.

As you are cooking, Patrice always shares her extensive knowledge of Nordic cuisine, revealing both the history of these dishes and her own personal family traditions along the way.

7-10-25 6:00-8:00PM

Believe it or not, pizza is one of Sweden’s most popular foods, and there are many unique twists informed by Sweden’s thousands of immigrant-owned pizzerias, from kebabpizza to banana-curry. Patrice Johnson will walk students through setting up for a perfect pizza night at home, a few classic Swedish combinations, and her take on the requisite side: pizzasallad, a vinaigrette-based cabbage salad always eaten with pizza in Sweden.

8-7-25 6:00-8:00PM

Two of Minnesota food writer Patrice Johnson’s favorite things are updated takes on Scandinavian favorites and the Great Minnesota Get Together, so you can bet this State Fair-themed menu is going to be a hoot! Get ready for fried delicacies on a stick in this demonstration-style class, which will be outside, weather permitting.

8-10-25 1:00-3:00PM

We'll spend our class creating a "farmers market to table" meal, taking seasonal produce and making our own unique Nordic feast. Before class you will receive a list of produce options to shop for (or harvest!), and you will have an opportunity to add your own local ingredients to your dishes. Menu will include appetizers, main course, dessert, and seasonal beverages.