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At 1450 Ocean: Cook an Early Spring 3 course meal with Chef Rachael Narins!

Class # 2700.100: Thursday 3/13, 6-8:30pm - Cost: $35 + $5 cash material fee. Enroll online at http://activenet.active.com/SantaMonicaRecreation/registrationmain.sdi?source=adet.sdi&activity_id=3...
or call 310-458-2239.

Join us as we make the most of our local farmer's market by creating a three-course vegetarian dinner. Learn basic knife skills, how to make fresh pasta and more while we make Butter Lettuce Salad with Creamy Chive Dressing, Fresh Pasta Primavera with Springtime Vegetables, and Strawberry Trifle. Finish by enjoying your creations with your classmates (and maybe bring a container for leftovers)! Please wear comfortable shoes and bring an apron. In this series presented in collaboration with the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market, local Chefs share their expertise with Market-provided all fresh ingredients.

Rachael Narins is the co-founder of Chicks with Knives, a culinary event company focusing on cooking classes and catering using seasonal ingredients. She is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy and a certified UCCE Master Food Preserver. Rachael also regularly contributes to the LA Weekly and Edible Westside Magazine. You can follow her on Twitter @chickswknives and sign up for the Chicks with Knives mailing list at chickswithknives.com to learn more. 
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Registration (bring cash to cover material fees) In Person: Advance registration accepted at 1450 Ocean between 9am-5pm M-F & 11am-4pm most Saturdays. Dropping in? Call 310-458-2239 to confirm availability, preferably by the Tuesday before class starts; plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of class; some classes do not allow drop ins.
Refunds/Transfers: A $15.00 processing fee applies for each multisession activity refunded; one-time classes and expended material fees are nonrefundable. Requests must be made in person, by mail, fax (310-899-0840), or email to communityclasses@smgov.net within 24 hours of first class meeting. All class dates, times, locations, and instructors are subject to change. Programs are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met.

Parking and Transport: Parking is $1 for first 2.5 hours in Parking Structure 6 (2nd between Broadway and Santa Monica), each 30 min. thereafter $1.50, max $14. 120 Broadway, flat $5 after 4pm and weekends. Meters on Ocean Avenue; $2/hr maximum 2 hours, free after 6pm. More info: parkme.com/santa-monica-parking. Buses that serve 1450 Ocean include Routes 1, 7 and Rapid 7, 10. Visit bigbluebus.com for more information. Biking to class is always encouraged!

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