Iowa Western Community College

Friday, November 21, 2025  6:00PM – 8:30PM – Student Center 
Join Chef Tasos for a delicious adventure: a hands-on Polish Pierogi-making class! You'll master the art of creating these iconic dumplings completely from scratch.
Feel the magic as you roll out soft, pillowy dough and tuck it around flavorful fillings—think creamy potato & cheese, zesty sauerkraut, and even sweet treats that are basically dessert in a dumpling! From the first fold to the final golden sizzle in butter, every step is packed with flavor and fun.
You'll also learn how to freeze your pierogi like a pro, so the goodness doesn't end when class does!
Menu • Homemade Pierogi Dough • Potato & Cheese Pierogi with Caramelized Onion & Butter • Sauerkraut Pierogi with Sauteed Kielbasa •    Roasted Sweet Potato Fontina Pierogies with Brown Butter
 

Friday, December 5, 2025  6:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Student Center 
Ready to turn up the heat and dive into a night of amazing flavors, cool techniques, and awesome fun?! Come join us for a super fun French-inspired cooking adventure with Chef Tasos. We'll be whipping up classic dishes with a cool culinary twist, and every bite will be a story! From nailing that perfect steak sear to torching a golden brûlée, you'll learn to cook like a real Parisian pro in this hands-on, flavor-packed evening! Menu • French Onion Soup | Gruyere | Toasted Baguette • Filet Mignon Au Poivre | Cognac Cream sauce • Fondant Potatoes • Classic Crème Brûlée. Psst… Price is per person—come solo, with a fellow foodie, or your favorite dining companion… everyone’s welcome!

Friday, January 9, 2026  6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Student Center 
Prepare to transform flour, water, and yeast into an extraordinary culinary creation. Join Chef Tasos for an exceptional, hands-on baking experience where you will uncover the intricacies of authentic artisan bread.
In this engaging and interactive course, you will knead, shape, score, and bake your way to achieving unparalleled bread perfection. Master the art of dough preparation and fermentation, and discover the significance of an optimal flour blend. We will guide you in crafting loaves of professional bakery quality that will undoubtedly elicit inquiries regarding their origin.
Menu • Rosemary & Roasted Garlic Focaccia • Dutch Oven No Knead Bread • Ciabatta

Friday, January 16, 2026 6:00 PM-9:00 PM-Student Center 
Embark on a culinary adventure to the breathtaking Mediterranean coasts without leaving Council Bluffs! Join Chef Tasos for a vibrant, hands-on cooking class that will transport you to the heart of Greece, Tuscany, and Morocco. You'll create dishes bursting with the bold, sun-drenched flavors of this iconic region. Get ready for a feast of flaming cheese, flaky pastries, and succulent meats – Each bite is a dance for your taste buds! Menu: Fresh Homemade Naan Bread, Saganaki – Flaming Greek cheese, Spanakopita – Buttery, golden pastries stuffed with spinach and tangy feta, Soutzoukakia: Greek baked Meatballs in Tomato Sauce, Seared Salmon with Rosé Pan Sauce – Tender, flaky salmon bathed in a luscious, aromatic rosé sauce.
Scratch-Made Baklava 

Saturday, February 28, 2026  6:00PM – 8:30 PM   Council Bluffs Campus – Student Center 
Ever wanted to master Neapolitan pizza? This is your chance! We'll teach you the secret to that perfectly crunchy and airy dough, whip up some homemade sauce, and even do a little tasting. You'll go home with dough ready for its second rise, any leftover pizza and calzone (if there are any!), and recipes to seriously impress your friends and fam.
Menu • Pepperoni Pizza • Caprese Pizza • Calzone with Ricotta filling

Saturday, March 14th, 2026 | 6 pm – 8:30 pm   Council Bluffs Campus – Student Center
Ready to bring your favorite Indian restaurant dishes into your own kitchen? We're diving deep into those amazing, complex flavors and exploring the vibrant spices that make Indian cuisine so special.
Menu • Cucumber Raita • Butter Chicken • Saag Paneer • Naan Bread

Friday, April 10th, 2026 | 6 pm – 8:30 pm Council Bluffs Campus
The plant-forward movement is huge, and it all starts with you! Learn some awesome plant-based recipes and make veggies the star of your plate. Menu • Avocado Toast with Grilled Asparagus and Tomato • Grilled Zucchini Kebob w/ Chamula • Honey and Cumin Roasted Carrots with Farro and Ricotta