We’ve been hosting an array of classes in our Flatlander classroom since 2011.
The Flatlander classroom has enabled us to fulfill our third end of being an educational resource in the community, as well as allowed us to bring our friends and neighbors together for new experiences. We have both in-person cooking classes as well as virtual cooking classes that come with a meal kit to cook along in your own kitchens.
Common Ground offers a range of virtual cultural cuisine cooking classes and in-person classes every month. We have a wonderful team of community teachers who will walk you through every step of making a meal. Register for some of our upcoming classes below and sign up for our newsletter to be alerted to just released classes.
Fire Cider In-Person Cooking Class
Thursday, October 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm
Learn how to make Fire Cider with local herbalist, Joan Jach!
Students will learn how to make a time-honored herbal tonic that has been traditionally used to boost your immune system and keep you healthy during colder months.
$40/person - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted. Limited seating available - only 12 seats per class. Waiting List will be made available once tickets are sold out.
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Farm to Table Dinner Party
Friday, October 30th from 5:30-7:30pm
Join us for our first Farm to Table Dinner Party! This is a community meal hosted by Ernesto Rodriguez of El Molcajete Sauces. Guests can expect a 4 course meal inspired by Oaxacan cuisine, perfectly paired with
handcrafted Mezcal Margaritas. The menu includes:
Appetizers:
Chips & Salsa, Ceviche & Memelitas
Main Courses:
Salad with Spring Mix, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, & Basil
Squash Soup with Truffle Oil
Mole Blanco with Steak
Tres Leches Cake with Cardamom
$80/person - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted. Limited seating available - only 12 seats per class. Waiting List will be made available once tickets are sold out.
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Acrylic Still Life In-Person Art Class
Thursday, November 5th from 5:30-7:30pm
Join featured artist Sydney Bruner in the Flatlander Classroom for a creative evening of painting, hands-on fun, and community! Discover the beauty of local flowers as Sydney shares her acrylic painting expertise, offering helpful tips, techniques, and inspiration along the way.
Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this welcoming workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn something new, get creative, and connect with fellow art lovers.
$40/person - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted. Limited seating available - only 12 seats per class. Waiting List will be made available once tickets are sold out.
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Brazilian Virtuak Baking Class & Meal Kit
Saturday, November 14th from 12-2pm
Learn how to make decadent Brazilian desserts with local chef, Julia Paniago! This is a virtual class! Students will pick up their meal kit the Friday before (November 13th), log onto zoom the day of the class and cook with us in the comfort of your own home! This is perfect for any skill level & a great way to spend time with loved ones.
The menu includes:
Baked Cocada
a traditional, tropical dessert that transforms the classic street-side coconut candy into a warm treat. Made by mixing shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, butter, and eggs. The mixture is baked until the inside becomes rich and custardy while the top forms a golden crust.
Carrot Cake with Brigadeiro Style Chocolate Frosting
a vibrant dessert that offers a different experience from American carrot cake. Finished with a glossy, brigadeiro frosting, a traditional Brazilian fudge made from sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
$45/person - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted.
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Common Ground Food Co-op strives to serve as an educational resource on food issues.
The Co-op works hard to serve our community, from recipes to classes to our Grow On program for kids and in-store information about our farms, our products, and the food system. We work with local teachers and schools to come up with food curriculum that exciting for all ages.
Our classroom is a great and vibrant space that is used for cooking classes, staff meetings, and as a space where folks gather to share food and build community.
Check out our class calendar! You can sign up for classes online or in person at the registers with our staff.
Teach a Class
Community education creates a positive learning experience for the community members who participate in classes. Our education is accessible and varied in topic and perspective; however, due to COVID, our educational programming has become more limited and we ask that all classes are relevant to cultural cuisines, Co-op mission, and promote the products in store. We offer a supportive learning experience to experienced and novice teachers and learners. If you are interested in teaching a class please contact our Marketing Manager by email or by phone at (217) 352-3347 about the application process.
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Individual Class Proposal Forms
