Chef Adam Evans of The Optimist
The Cook’s Warehouse - Midtown
($60, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration & Tasting)

Does the idea of cooking fish or shellfish at home make you want to cut and run? No longer!  Once you learn from Chef Adam Evans of The Optimist how to properly select and purchase fresh seafood, how to work with various types of fish and shellfish, and what basic cooking methods are most suitable for seafood, it’ll be nothing but smooth sailing.  Chef Evans will demonstrate basic fish butchering as well as basic cooking techniques that are easy to learn and the key to serving up succulent seafood.  Hop on board for this special class as Chef Evans serves up these seaworthy recipes: Steamed Little Neck Clams with shallots, garlic, herbs, and white wine; Cornbread Oyster Dressing served with a Brussels Sprout Gratin (perfect for the upcoming holidays!); Head-on Shrimp with a Lime and Chili Butter Sauce; Roasted Fillet of Fish with Lemon, Olive Oil and Sea Salt. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Bella Cucina Artful Foods, and Cabot Cheese.