Cookbooks and Cooking Classes
EST. 2005
COOKING CLASSES
Scheduled Cooking Classes
Appetite for Books offers cooking demonstrations and tastings to groups at all levels of culinary skill. With a professionally equipped kitchen, Appetite for Books is the only cookbook store of its kind in Montreal! Led by Chef Jonathan, we invite you into the kitchen to explore the various styles of cuisine and culinary techniques. There will be plenty to eat, so be sure to bring your appetite!
Full payment must be made at time of registration. Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis.
To register for a class, you may register in person at the store, by email at [email protected], or telephone. Please call us at 514-369-2002.
We offer 10% discount on books purchased during classes.
Cancellation Policy:
Classes & Events are Non-Refundable.
If you are unable to attend a class, a minimum five days notice prior to the class date is required to be eligible for a store credit for a one-time only rebooking or can be used toward book purchase. We are unable to issue a store credit for cancellations with less than five days notice.
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2024 SUMMER
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AUGUST 2024
THE VEGETABLE EATER
by Cara Mangini
The IACP Award–winning author of The Vegetable Butcher presents simple lessons and 100 recipes that put irresistible, vegetable-forward dishes in every home cook’s everyday rotation.
Join us for a deliciously compelling veggie forward cooking class that will make you want to keep using vegetables in all your meals.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7th
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $156 with cookbook included
with Michelle Marek
THE FARM TABLE
by Julius Roberts
Enjoy the comforts of the English countryside with 100 seasonal recipes to savor throughout the year and thoughtful essays about living farm-to-table—from British chef-turned-farmer Julius Roberts.
Have you ever dreamed of leaving everything you know behind and starting a sustainable farm in the British countryside? That’s what Professionally trained chef Julius Roberts did. This class will be all about homecooked goodness and warm evening meals shared on the patio.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8th
6:30 pm 1 SPOT LEFT!
$120 or $158 with cookbook included
with Michelle Marek
CLASSIC FRENCH RECIPES
by Ginette Mathiot
Celebrated food writer Ginette Mathiot, author of ‘Je sais cuisiner’, taught three generations of French families how to cook. Classic French Recipes is a stunning collection of the very best French recipes from the foremost authority on home-cooking in France.
Have you ever wanted to expand your French cooking knowledge? This class will make you a pro in the discernible art of butter and everything French. Join us for an evening rich in flavour and steeped in tradition.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14th
6:30 pm FEW SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $180 with cookbook included
with Michelle Marek
COOKING IN REAL LIFE
by Lidey Heuck
From the rising star who learned to cook when she worked for Ina Garten, 100 recipes that are cook-pleasing and crowd-pleasing and written with the shopper, chopper, and dish-doer in mind.
Join us for a simple and homely inspired cooking class. From the simple recipes we all know how to make to reinvented dishes, this class will be sure to transport you all the way to a lovely country house weekend getaway.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20th
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
IN PRAISE OF VEG
by Alice Zaslavasky
The only book you’ll ever need on vegetables, with a kaleidoscope of 150+ colorful, innovative recipes for meals of all kinds.
If you love everything veggie, this is the class for you. From simple, playful recipes to impressive yet easy to achieve dishes, this class offers a delicious introduction to vegetables.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15th
6:30 pm 2 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $156 with cookbook included
with Michelle Marek
NIÇOISE
by Rosa Jackson
Travel to the sunny French Riviera and discover Niçoise cuisine alongside a skilled teacher. Savor the bounty of each season on the Mediterranean coast.
Have you been craving a French inspired dinner, but the richness of the cuisine scares you? This class is perfect for you. This southern French cuisine is among the healthiest in the world and this class will provide everything you like about French cooking but with a healthy twist.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22nd
6:30 pm 1 SPOT LEFT!
$120 or $164 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
THE LATIN AMERCIAN COOKBOOK
by Virgilio Martínez
The most comprehensive and varied selection of recipes ever published from one of the most fascinating and diverse regions of the world – under the tutelage of globally renowned Peruvian chef, Virgilio Martínez.
This class will introduce you to various dishes from around Latin America, mixing the different flavours and ingredients that each country has to offer, while highlighting what makes each of them so special.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 28TH
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $168 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
Knife Skills
The first thing any chef needs to know is how to correctly use the most important tool in the kitchen. In this fully hands-on class, learn how to hold and use a kitchen knife like a true chef. Learning these skills will definitely shave time off your cooking. And come with an appetite because we'll be cooking with all the ingredients we're cutting!
WEDNESDAT, AUGUST 29
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$150 includes knife
with Jonathan Cheung
FALL 2024 CLASSES
SEPTEMBER 2024
THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MEDITERRANEAN
The Encyclopedia of Mediterranean is your passport to a world of vibrant, healthful, and diverse cuisine. Overflowing with over 350 mouth-watering recipes, this cookbook takes you on a journey through the olive groves of Greece, the vineyards of Italy, the spice markets of Morocco, and beyond.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this class will equip you with everything you need to prepare authentic Mediterranean dishes right in your own kitchen.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th
6:30 pm 4 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $160 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
Knife Skills
The first thing any chef needs to know is how to correctly use the most important tool in the kitchen. In this fully hands-on class, learn how to hold and use a kitchen knife like a true chef. Learning these skills will definitely shave time off your cooking. And come with an appetite because we'll be cooking with all the ingredients we're cutting!
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$150 includes knife
with Jonathan Cheung
TREASURES OF THE MEXICAN TABLE
The “buoyant and brainy Mexican cooking authority” (New York Times) and star of the three-time James Beard Award-winning PBS series Pati’s Mexican Table brings together more than 150 iconic dishes that define the country’s cuisine.
Join us for an evening of culture and history as we travel through the many flavours Mexican cooking has to offer.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
6:30 pm
$120 or $160 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
GREEKISH
From the award-winning author of Nistisima, fresh, refreshing, simple Greek-inspired recipes that bring big Mediterranean flavor every time.
On this evening we will learn how to balance fresh, hearty ingredients with traditional methods- always keeping them easy, delicious, and balanced.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
6:30 pm 5 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
AROUND THE TABLE
"Around Our Table is Sara Forte’s third and most personal cookbook, combining her insights from years of cooking professionally and at home and creating recipes for her phenomenally popular site, Sprouted Kitchen, and Sprouted Kitchen Cooking Club. The result is a collection of 120 nourishing recipes that are flexible, unfussy, and incredibly delicious.
Home cooking is something that can be very personal, and in this class, we will experience an intimate dinner with comforting dishes thoughtfully designed for life’s big occasions.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
6:30 pm
$120 or $168 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
KEEP IT ZESTY
From the beloved chef and owner of Edy’s Grocer, a deeply personal celebration of Lebanese flavors adopted for the modern home cook.
If you’re in the mood for Lebanese food, this is the class for you. We’ll be sure to bring some zest to this course as we explore Lebanese home cooked meals together.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th
6:30 pm 3 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $160 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
SI MANGIA
Blending simple yet elegant recipes with delightful family memories, this beautifully inviting cookbook brings the pleasures of the Tuscan countryside to your own kitchen table.
Discover Tuscan classics as we experience this rich Italian culture one meal at a time. Expect freshness, traditional Italian flavours and delicious recipes.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
6:30 pm 1 SPOT LEFT!
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
VEGETARIAN SILVER SPOON
More than 200 delicious classic and contemporary Italian vegetarian recipes from the acclaimed Silver Spoon kitchen.
This class will feature recipes from classic dishes that are traditionally vegetarian to contemporary dishes that introduce ingredients borrowed from outside Italy's culinary culture. Perfect for a vegetarian foodie!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
6:30 pm 3 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $168 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
WILD FIGS AND FENNEL
Wild Figs & Fennel is not just a collection of seasonal recipes; it's a passport to the Mediterranean, a charming journey into the ease and pleasure that defines Italian life. Chef and food writer Letitia Clark brings together simple Italian flavours and lighter, modern interpretations with an aim to put the best of each seasons ingredients at centre stage.
Whether you're looking for a supper for one or cooking for a hungry crowd, Letitia's vibrant and accessible recipes will guide you through the year, drawing inspiration from Italy's beautiful seasonal produce along the way.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $175 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
JAPANESE STYLE PLANT-BASED COOKING
In this book, she shares 80 delicious, easy-to-make plant-based recipes, illustrated with mouthwatering photographs.
If you love Japan and vegetable heavy dishes, this class is for you! Join us for an evening of rediscovery as we make traditional Japanese food with a plant-forward and vegan twist.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
6:30 pm 5 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $140 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
QUICK AND EASY VIETNAMESE
Learn how to tap into the Vietnamese mindset of being resourceful with time and ingredients, maximizing on flavor and never wasting a thing.
Easy and quick meals to make is what we’re all craving after a long day of work, this class will initiate you to affordable and accessible Vietnamese recipes.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $163 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
OCTOBER 2024
SIDE GARDNER
For everyone who loves to garden or cook, this is a sensational cookbook celebrating the beauty of freshly grown produce.
The summer may have ended but this cooking class is the perfect opportunity to revisit the crops you harvested in your city gardens this year. This class utilizes the idea of using home-grown ingredients to cook you homey meals.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1
6:30 pm
$120 or $156 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
OTTOLENGHI COMFORT
Yotam Ottolenghi—the beloved chef who has captured the hearts of homecooks looking for inspiration and great-tasting cooking—is back. In Ottolenghi Comfort, he brings his inspiring, flavor-forward cooking to comfort dishes.
The summer may have ended but this cooking class is the perfect opportunity to revisit the crops you harvested in your city gardens this year. This class utilizes the idea of using home-grown ingredients to cook you homey meals.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $156 with cookbook included.
with Jonathan Cheung
THAI HOME COOKING
Immerse yourself in Thai food, and discover its exceptional flavors through 100 traditional recipes that take you to the heart of its cuisine.
In a fully photographed hardback featuring step-by-step photos, prizing the perfect harmony of sweet, sour, hot and salty flavors, this is the perfect book to learn how to cook your favorite Thai at home.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $157 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
AN INVITATION TO INDIAN COOKING
The “queen of Indian cooking" (Saveur), Madhur Jaffrey helped introduce generations of American home cooks to the foods of the subcontinent. In An Invitation to Indian Cooking—widely considered one of the best cookbooks of all time and enshrined in the James Beard Foundation’s Cookbook Hall of Fame—Jaffrey gives readers a sweeping survey of the rich culinary traditions of her home.
This class will be all about traditional Indian cooking, delicious and vibrant flavours reminiscent of childhood and home-cooked meals.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $164 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
IMAD'S SYRIAN KITCHEN
Complete with heartfelt stories, stunning photography, and beautiful illustrations, Imad's Syrian Kitchen features 90 sensational recipes celebrating the flavors of Syria.
In this class, let us introduce you to the delicious flavors and techniques of the Syrian kitchen, you’ll feel like you’re in Damascus sharing a warm meal with the locals.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10
6:30 pm
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
Knife Skills
The first thing any chef needs to know is how to correctly use the most important tool in the kitchen. In this fully hands-on class, learn how to hold and use a kitchen knife like a true chef. Learning these skills will definitely shave time off your cooking. And come with an appetite because we'll be cooking with all the ingredients we're cutting!
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
6:30 pm 1 SPOT LEFT!
$150 includes knife
with Jonathan Cheung
THE AUTHENTIC UKRAINIAN KITCHEN
Celebrate Ukraine’s independent spirit and unique culture in 100 recipes from the “powerhouse” chef “on the frontlines of defending democracy” (José Andrés, World Central Kitchen).
In this class, we’ll explore fresh ideas about how to use common vegetables, new approaches to fermentation and pickling, the delight of dumplings and simple baked goods, hearty long-simmered braises, and the pleasure of babka, torte, candied fruit, and so much more.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22
6:30 pm
$120 or $160 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
POCHA
In Pocha, Su Scott is going home to the streets where she grew up and the food that shaped her. From daybreak to sundown, 80 delicious and playful recipes take you on a journey through the narrow streets of Seoul and sheltered halls of tarpaulin-roofed markets where dust motes and steam glitter in the glow of orange tungsten lights.
Join us for a chill evening where we savour late-night Korean food. This is unfussy, easy, comforting food from a country that has perfected late night eating and drinking culture.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $166 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
A TABLE FOR FRIENDS
Over 100 simple and wonderfully inviting recipes that allow you to relax with your loved ones while the cooking takes care of itself.
This class will celebrate grand reunion, heart-warming dinners with long-time friends and will showcase the perfect dishes to make when seeing a friend you haven’t seen in a long time.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23
6:30 pm
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
AMRIKAN
In her eagerly anticipated debut cookbook, acclaimed food writer Khushbu Shah injects an electric and irresistible energy into the story of Indian food, with 125 recipes inspired by the cooking of the diaspora.
The vibrant recipes featured in this class will reflect the ethos of the Indian American diaspora, which invites you to slow down, to enjoy yourself, and to nourish yourself with food, friends, and family.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29
6:30 pm
$120 or $158 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
SIMPLY CHINESE FEASTS
Growing up, Suzie Lee was extremely fortunate in that her parents carried on the customs and traditions of Hong Kong in their family home in Northern Ireland, and now Suzie wants to do the same. In Simply Chinese Feasts, Suzie Lee pulls the reader up a seat to her table to explore the myriad Chinese celebrations, festivals, and traditions, all of which center around food and family.
Learn how to cook vibrant Chinese meals that are inspired from Chinese celebrations, festivals, and traditions, and how food seeps into culture.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30
6:30 pm
$120 or $163 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
NOVEMBER 2024
ELLIE'S TABLE
Ellie's Table is a recipe book rich with storytelling, exploring chef Ellie Bouhadana’s mixed Jewish background through food – from Morocco to the Mediterranean.
From Morocco to the Mediterranean, this cooking class will explore the author’s mixed Jewish background and introduce recipes perfect for eating well, eating seasonally and eating together.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
6:30 pm
$120 or $168 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
BETHLEHEM
Bethlehem is a celebration of Palestinian food and culture from one of the area’s most dynamic chefs and a portrait of one of the most storied cities in the world.
Franco-Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan’s book is a celebration of Palestine’s hidden gems, culture, and the warmth of its people. Join us for an evening of reminiscent of Bethlehem’s colourful markets and spice shops.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
6:30 pm
$120 or $165 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
CHUCK'S HOME COOKING
Celebrity chef and TV host Chuck Hughes shares sure-fire advice and 85 of his favourite recipes to cook at home for friends and family.
If your everyday life is hectic and finding time to find and cook easy and quick recipes has been a challenge, this class is for you. Juggling work and a young family, Chuck knows first-hand that the hustle of everyday daily life can make mealtime feel like a chore—but with his simple planning and prep-ahead methods, delicious dishes with bold flavours come together with ease!
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
6:30 pm
3 SPOTS LEFT!
$120 or $152 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
A-GONG'S TABLE
A rendering of food through the memories of family and of home: over ninety plant-based recipes from George Lee, the creator of Chez Jorge, with Laurent Hsia's images of Taiwan.
In this class, you will explore the realms of traditional Taiwanese cooking. Rich in history and lessons, this cooking class will showcase flavours we don’t often think of pairing together, while teaching us tasty meals perfect to recreate at home.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
6:30 pm
$120 or $151 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
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BAHARI
With honesty and curiosity, British-born Omani-Zanzibari chef Dina Macki explores the unique foodscape of Oman, in the first Omani cookbook to be written by an Omani chef.
Bahari, meaning "ocean" in Swahili, is a culinary exploration of the rich flavors and history of Omani cuisine, a food culture shaped by boundless coastlines and complex maritime history. In this class, we will explore this rich cuisine which has origins and influences spanning Pakistan, Iran, India, the Swahili coast, and Portugal.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
6:30 pm
$120 or $152 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
MADE IN BANGLADESH
Taking you through the six Bangladeshi seasons – summer, monsoon, autumn, late autumn, winter and spring – with warming flavours and memories, Dina Begum's Made in Bangladesh teaches modern classics and age-old recipes to home cooks across the world.
Immerse yourself in the vibrancy of Bengali delicacies and learn how to cook and build a pantry full of flavours and colours.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6
6:30 pm
$120 or $170 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
MARTHA THE COOKBOOK
Martha Stewart celebrates her landmark 100th book with an intimate collection of 100 treasured recipes and the memories and stories behind them. A must for everyone who has ever been inspired by the one-and-only Martha
Ode to Martha Stewart, join us for an evening of reminiscence where we revisit her most famous and cherished recipes. In this class you will find something to satisfy everyone’s taste, whether it’s a simple meal you make for yourself, a weeknight family dinner, or a special celebration.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
6:30 pm
$120 or $164 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
JAYAFLAVA
A mouthwatering culinary tour of Sri Lanka, Jayaflava brings together the history and traditions of Sri Lankan
It’s not everyday we have the chance to experience Sri Lankan cooking. This class will be a celebration of the island’s traditional cooking, be ready for an explosion of flavours.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
6:30 pm
$120 or $156 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
KOREAN MADE EASY
An easy guide to Korean cooking, by mix and matching seven essential ingredients, along with some easy-to-find additions.
This class will teach you the basics of Korean cooking by using 7-key ingredients: Gochujang, Doenjang, Ganjang (soy sauce), Rice, Sesame oil, Fish sauce, Gochugaru. You’ll be a master of Korean cooking in no time!
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25
6:30 pm
$120 or $147 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
OTTOLENGHI COMFORT
Yotam Ottolenghi—the beloved chef who has captured the hearts of homecooks looking for inspiration and great-tasting cooking—is back. In Ottolenghi Comfort, he brings his inspiring, flavor-forward cooking to comfort dishes.
If you’ve been a long-time fan of Yotam Ottolenghi, join us from an evening of game-changing low-lift recipes where we will cook creative dishes that are comfortable to both cook and eat.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $156 with cookbook included.
with Michelle Marek
DECEMBER 2024
ZAYTINYA
A vibrant celebration of the shared flavors and traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Delicious, surprising, and made for sharing: Those are the components of our Zaytinya class. With influences coming from Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon, this class will feature creative adaptations of the classic dishes of the Mediterranean.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $165 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
BIG NIGHT
Elevate your home entertaining with the ultimate guide to hosting unforgettable dinner parties and celebrations.
Party foods but make it fancy! Learn how to make delicious snacks, appetizers and main dishes that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$120 or $157 with cookbook included.
with Rodrigo Balbontin Nef
Knife Skills
The first thing any chef needs to know is how to correctly use the most important tool in the kitchen. In this fully hands-on class, learn how to hold and use a kitchen knife like a true chef. Learning these skills will definitely shave time off your cooking. And come with an appetite because we'll be cooking with all the ingredients we're cutting!
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
6:30 pm SOLD OUT waiting list available
$150 includes knife
with Jonathan Cheung