VEGETARIAN COOKING CLASSES: SUSTAINABLE, LOCAL, HEALTHFUL PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS

Join Compassionate Cooks as we feature delicious but uncomplicated recipes; highlight local, seasonal, mostly organic ingredients; debunk myths about plant-based eating; and eat yummy food samples. Register in advance online at http://www.compassionatecooks.com or call 510-531-COOK. Classes are taught at the First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St. at Castro. Wheelchair accessible. Fees include demonstration, food samples, copies of recipes, coupons for restaurants and local groceries, resources and much more. Our popular holiday classes feature recipes from Colleen Patrick-Goudreau's award-winning cookbook, The Joy of Vegan Baking: Compassionate Cooks Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets, as well as from her upcoming cookbook, The Vegan Table: 200 Unforgettable Recipes for Entertaining Every Guest at Every Occasion.

HARVEST FEAST: THANKSGIVING FOR THE BIRDS - NOVEMBER 15th
Join Compassionate Cooks (http://www.compassionatecooks.com) on November 15th as we celebrate the abundance of the harvest by featuring a fabulous menu for a compassionate Thanksgiving dinner that will leave guests satisfied and grateful. We serve special beverages and enjoy the meal together for this special class. On the menu:

* Harvest-Stuffed Acorn Squash
* Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
* Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apple Cider Reduction
* Golden Mushroom Gravy
* Apple Cobbler

WHEN: Saturday, November 15th -- 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
WHERE: First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St. at Castro.
COST: $55, plus $5 food/materials fee due on day of class
HOW TO SIGN UP: Register online or mail a check to Compassionate Cooks P.O. Box 18512 Oakland, CA 94619.
PLEASE NOTE: You are considered a TENTATIVE sign-up until we receive your payment, at which time we will send you a confirmation via email.
DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: Thursday, November 13th


HEALTHFUL & HUMANE HOLIDAY COOKING & BAKING - DECEMBER 13th
In our December 13th class, we focus on delicious recipes perfect for holiday dining and entertaining. On the menu:

* Warm Lentil Salad
* Pan-Grilled Portabello Mushrooms with Fresh Herb Marinade
* Purple Potatoes with Cashew Cream and Toasted Sage and Walnuts
* Decadent Chocolate Truffles
* Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

WHEN: Saturday, December 13th -- 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
WHERE: First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St. at Castro.
COST: $55, plus $5 food/materials fee due on day of class
HOW TO SIGN UP: Register online or mail a check to Compassionate Cooks P.O. Box 18512 Oakland, CA 94619.
PLEASE NOTE: You are considered a TENTATIVE sign-up until we receive your payment, at which time we will send you a confirmation via email.
DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: Thursday, December 11th