Hands-on Paella with Sylvia Becker

Join world-traveling chef Sylvia Becker in our Hudson Valley/Berkshire kitchen as she takes us on a virtual trip to Spain and the world of Paella. Rather than being cooked over an open fire (as romantic as that sounds) Sylvia will show how to make Paella on the stove so anyone can create this iconic dish at home.

As the hands-on class begins, you’ll nibble on tapas - Toasty tomato and garlic bread with olive oil - a classic Spanish starter, as well as Manchego cheese and serrano ham. Then we’ll start our preparations for two types of Paella - Chicken with Chorizo and a classic seafood version. Once you understand the technique you may customize it at home to suit you and your guests’ preferences.

Class menu to include:

• Tomato, olive oil and garlic bread tapas
• Manchego Cheese
• Serrano Ham
• Paella with Chicken and Chorizo
• Seafood Paella

This hands-on cooking class is limited to ten people and includes lunch.

About Sylvia Becker:

Sylvia Becker is an award-winning, world traveled chef. Having worked in renowned kitchens like Le Cirque NYC and throughout Europe, the Middle East, Central America and Asia, Sylvia has accumulated skills and recipes that show her passion and love for all things food. Appearing on Food Networks "Chopped", voted best boutique caterer in "Best of Essex" and appearing in multiple food and wine magazines, Sylvia thrives on sharing her worldly experiences through food; the universal language connecting people from all walks of life. Sylvia is happily a full-time resident of Columbia County NY and a private chef and caterer for custom, intimate gatherings.

Cooking class attendees receive 10% discount on kitchenware purchases on class day.

Cancellation policy: We do not offer refunds on purchased tickets.

HGS Home Chef is a member of TheWorkshopExperience.org, a group of friends who produce exceptional experiential learning through classes and workshops on a wide variety of topics in and around Hillsdale, NY - at the crossroads of the Hudson Valley and Berkshires.