ADULT GATHERINGS
Seasonal cooking experiences designed to bring people together around the table.
Cooking Is Better Together
Whether you're joining us for a seasonal workshop, a date night, or an evening with friends, every gathering is designed to slow down, cook together, and enjoy the simple pleasure of sharing a meal. No experience is necessary—just come ready to learn, laugh, and leave inspired.
UPCOMING
GATHERINGS
Every workshop celebrates seasonal ingredients, practical techniques, and the joy of gathering.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: August 27, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
Gather your girlfriends for an evening of creativity, good food, and fresh-from-the-oven bread. Together we'll make artisan focaccia from scratch and transform it into an edible work of art using fresh herbs, colorful vegetables, and edible flowers inspired by a blooming garden.
As our focaccia bakes, we'll mix a seasonal spritz or mocktail, enjoy light appetizers, and pick up tips for baking bakery-style focaccia at home.
Bring a friend or come on your own—this relaxed evening is all about slowing down, trying something new, and enjoying time around the table.
Throughout the evening, participants will enjoy:
Mixing and shaping artisan focaccia dough
Creating a beautiful focaccia "garden" with fresh vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers
Bread baking tips for a crisp, golden crust
Mixing a seasonal spritz or mocktail
Light appetizers and warm focaccia shared around the table
Each participant will leave with:
A beautifully decorated artisan focaccia
Printed focaccia recipe and baking tips
Inspiration for recreating your own edible bread art at home
Whether you're planning a girls' night out or simply looking for a fun evening in the kitchen, this workshop combines beautiful food, seasonal flavors, and good company in a way that's as enjoyable to create as it is to eat.
This workshop will be taught by Natalie Wilson of Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: September 17, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
There's nothing quite like fresh pasta made by hand and shared around the table.
Join us for an evening with Cookin' with Bailey as you learn the art of handmade pasta from scratch. Together we'll mix, knead, roll, and shape fresh pasta before preparing seasonal sauces inspired by California's harvest. As the meal comes together, we'll gather around the table to enjoy dinner, good conversation, and the simple pleasure of cooking together.
Throughout the class, participants will explore:
• Mixing and kneading fresh pasta dough
• Rolling and shaping handmade pasta
• Seasonal sauces from scratch
• Cooking and finishing fresh pasta
• Tips for making pasta at home
• Enjoying a shared dinner together
Whether you're planning a date night, gathering with friends, or simply looking for a memorable evening, this class is a wonderful way to learn a timeless skill while sharing a delicious homemade meal.
A Mashup of a Book Club & Dinner Party
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: September 29, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore Turlock
AGE: Adults
This month's Cookbook Club is inspired by Half Baked Harvest Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard. All participants receive a copy of the cookbook.
We’ve selected a seasonal menu from the cookbook, and together we'll prepare each dish before gathering around the table to enjoy a relaxed, family-style dinner. Along the way, we'll share cooking tips, discover new favorite recipes, and experience the cookbook the way it was meant to be enjoyed—through good food and great company.
Whether you've been cooking from Tieghan's books for years or are discovering them for the first time, this evening is all about slowing down, trying something new, and connecting around the table.
Throughout the evening, participants will enjoy:
• A curated menu from Half Baked Harvest Super Simple by Tieghan Gerard
• Hands-on cooking
• Seasonal ingredients
• A shared family-style dinner
• Conversation, laughter & connection
• New recipes to recreate at homeCookbook Club is designed to feel like gathering at a friend's house for dinner—where everyone helps prepare the meal, everyone shares the table, and everyone leaves inspired to cook again.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: October 5th, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
Join us for an evening inspired by the warmth and hospitality of a traditional Portuguese table. Together we'll prepare a classic Portuguese meal, share stories behind the dishes, and gather around the table to enjoy supper together.
The evening's menu features bifanas (traditional Portuguese pork sandwiches), caldo verde (Portuguese kale soup), creamy arroz doce (Portuguese rice pudding), and a selection of traditional Portuguese bread served with cheeses, butter, and olive oil.
Whether you come with a date, a friend, or on your own, you'll be welcomed to a table where good food and conversation take center stage.
Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy:
Preparing traditional Portuguese bifanas
Making classic caldo verde from scratch
Learning the story and traditions behind each dish
A table of Portuguese breads, cheeses, butter, and olive oil
A shared family-style supper
A seasonal beverage inspired by Portugal
You'll leave with:
Printed recipes to recreate the menu at home
A deeper appreciation for Portuguese food and traditions
A memorable evening shared around the table
Around the Table is Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen's cultural supper series, celebrating the traditions, flavors, and hospitality of kitchens around the world. Each gathering invites guests to cook together, share a meal, and experience the joy of connecting through food.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: October 29, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
There's nothing better than a warm bowl of soup and fresh bread on a cool fall evening. Join us for a cozy night in the kitchen as we make refrigerator potato rolls from scratch, whip fresh homemade butter, and prepare a selection of comforting seasonal soups.
Along the way, we'll cover bread dough basics, shaping and baking soft dinner rolls, and simple techniques for making flavorful homemade soups you'll want to add to your regular meal rotation.
Bring a date, invite a friend, or come on your own—this relaxed evening is all about slowing down, sharing a meal, and enjoying good conversation around the table.
Throughout the evening, participants will enjoy:
Making refrigerator potato rolls from scratch
Whipping fresh homemade butter
Preparing a selection of seasonal soups
Bread baking tips for soft, fluffy rolls
Soup-making techniques for building flavor from simple ingredients
Seasonal sips and a shared meal around the table
Each participant will leave with:
Freshly baked refrigerator potato rolls
Homemade butter
Printed recipes and soup-making tips to recreate the meal at home
Whether you're looking for a comforting weeknight meal or inspiration for the cooler months ahead, this gathering is all about simple, homemade food that's meant to be shared.
COURSE DETAILS
DATE: November 2, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, TurlockExperience the warmth and hospitality of an Italian table as we prepare and enjoy a classic multi-course supper inspired by the traditions of Italy. Together we'll create a menu that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients, simple techniques, and the joy of sharing a meal with others.
Bring your spouse, a friend, a family member, or come on your own—there's always a place for you at the table.
Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy:
Preparing a traditional antipasto salad
Making fresh butternut squash ravioli with sage brown butter sauce or potato gnocchi with pomodoro sauce
Cooking classic veal piccata with grilled asparagus
Learning about Italian ingredients, traditions, and hospitality
Fresh Italian bread served with olive oil
Homemade tiramisu and espresso
A shared family-style supper
You'll leave with:
Printed recipes for each course
Tips for recreating an Italian supper at home
Inspiration to gather family and friends around your own table
Around the Table is Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen's cultural supper series, celebrating the traditions, flavors, and hospitality of kitchens around the world. Each gathering invites guests to prepare a thoughtfully curated menu, share stories behind the dishes, and enjoy an unforgettable meal together.
This gathering will be taught by Rose Miano - Cucina Pazza
A Mashup of a Book Club & Dinner Party
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: November 10, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore Turlock
AGE: Adults
This month's Cookbook Club is inspired by Against All Grain Celebrations by Danielle Walker. All participants receive a copy of the cookbook.
We’ve curated a seasonal menu from the cookbook featuring recipes perfect for the holiday table. Danielle Walker's recipes celebrate beautiful seasonal ingredients and prove that holiday food can be both incredibly delicious and welcoming to a variety of dietary needs. Together we'll prepare each dish before gathering around the table to enjoy a relaxed, family-style dinner filled with comforting flavors, meaningful conversation, and the spirit of the season.
Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving, looking for fresh holiday inspiration, cooking for loved ones with dietary restrictions, or simply love gathering around great food, this evening is about celebrating the joy of cooking and sharing a meal together.
Throughout the evening, participants will enjoy:
• A curated menu from Against All Grain Celebrations by Danielle Walker
• Seasonal holiday recipes
• Hands-on cooking
• A shared family-style dinner
• Conversation, laughter & connection
• New recipes to recreate for the holidaysCookbook Club is designed to feel like gathering at a friend's house for dinner—where everyone helps prepare the meal, everyone shares the table, and everyone leaves inspired to bring new traditions home.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: November 12, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
Bring a friend and gather for an evening of flaky crusts, sparkling prosecco, and the simple pleasure of pie season. Together we'll master an all-butter pie crust, create a beautiful seasonal pie, and head home ready for Thanksgiving.
Throughout the evening, you'll learn:
• Foolproof all-butter pie crust
• Decorative pie techniques and lattice weaving
• Seasonal pie fillings and baking tips
• Make-ahead and freezer tips for the holidays
We'll pause to enjoy seasonal pie, fresh whipped cream, coffee, and a complimentary glass of prosecco (or sparkling cider) around the table.
Each guest will leave with a handcrafted pie, recipes, and the confidence to bake beautiful holiday pies at home.
Complimentary prosecco for guests 21 and older. Sparkling cider available for all.
COURSE DETAILS
DATE: December 7, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)Celebrate the holiday season with an evening inspired by the timeless traditions of Italian Christmas baking. Together we'll prepare a collection of classic holiday cookies while learning the techniques that make these family recipes favorites for generations.
Our menu features crisp almond biscotti, buttery pignoli cookies, and traditional Italian fig cookies filled with a sweet fruit and nut filling. Between batches, we'll enjoy seasonal refreshments, share holiday baking tips, and gather around the table to celebrate the season.
Bring a friend, a family member, or come on your own—this festive evening is all about slowing down, baking together, and creating holiday treats to share with the people you love.
Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy:
Baking traditional almond biscotti
Making classic pignoli cookies
Preparing old-fashioned Italian fig cookies
Learning Italian holiday baking techniques and traditions
Seasonal refreshments and holiday treats
Time to gather, visit, and enjoy the evening together
You'll leave with:
A bakery-style Christmas cookie box filled with an assortment of cookies made during class
Printed recipes to recreate each cookie at home
Holiday baking tips for gifting and entertaining
Whether you're continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, this festive gathering is the perfect way to celebrate the season while bringing a taste of an Italian Christmas into your own kitchen.
This workshop will be taught by Rose Miano - Cucina Pazza
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: December 3, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of baking, decorating, and gathering around the table. Together we'll make a selection of classic Christmas cookies while learning techniques that will help you bake with confidence throughout the holidays.
Throughout the evening, we'll cover cookie dough basics, decorating tips, and simple packaging ideas so you can create beautiful cookies for sharing with family, friends, and neighbors.
Throughout the evening, guest will enjoy:
• Baking a variety of classic holiday cookies
• Decorating and finishing techniques
• Tips for consistent, bakery-style results
• Holiday baking tips and time-saving ideas
• Seasonal refreshments
Each guest will leave with:
• A bakery-style Christmas cookie box filled with an assortment of cookies made during class
• Printed recipes to recreate each cookie at home
• Holiday baking tips and packaging ideas for gifting
Whether you're baking for family gatherings, cookie exchanges, or thoughtful homemade gifts, this workshop is a fun way to kick off the Christmas season and add a few new favorites to your holiday traditions.
Why We GATHER—
Cooking teaches far more than recipes. It builds…
connection,
hospitality,
community,
& Joy.
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