Join Pizza Enthusiasts for a Hands-On Pizza Masterclass: Fundraiser for Lackawanna College Culinary Students
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Pizza lovers, mark your calendars! Join Jim Mirabelli of NEPA Pizza Review and Jim Henry of Jimmy Hank Pizza as they team up to host an exciting Pizza Masterclass inside Lackawanna College’s professional culinary kitchen. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to learn the art of crafting perfect pizzas while supporting a great cause: raising funds for Lackawanna College culinary students.
Why Attend the Pizza Masterclass?
This isn’t just any pizza-making class – it’s a comprehensive, hands-on experience led by two local pizza experts. Whether you’re a home cook eager to up your pizza game or a seasoned enthusiast looking to learn pro techniques, this masterclass has something for everyone. Plus, all proceeds from ticket sales will directly benefit future culinary leaders at Lackawanna College.
What You’ll Learn
The Pizza Masterclass is designed to give you everything you need to create mouth-watering pizzas at home. From beginner basics to advanced techniques, you’ll learn the full pizza-making process in this intimate, four-hour session. Here’s what you can expect:
- Understanding Pizza Styles: Learn the differences between New York and Detroit-style pizzas.
- Dough Mastery: Dive into dough preparation, including flour types, baker’s percentages, fermentation, and proofing.
- Sauce Making & Toppings: Get tips on creating perfect sauces and selecting the best toppings.
- Home & Outdoor Ovens: Learn how to bake the perfect pizza whether you’re using a home oven or outdoor pizza ovens like Gozney and Ooni.
The event also features live demonstrations, hands-on pizza crafting, and plenty of time to ask questions and troubleshoot with the experts.
Event Details and What’s Included
- Date: October 5, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Location: Lackawanna College culinary kitchen at 425 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
- Duration: 4 hours of in-depth, hands-on instruction in a small group setting.
- Follow-up Session: A live virtual class 2-3 weeks later to refine your skills and get additional pizza-making tips.
- Pizza Coaching: Ongoing guidance from Jim Mirabelli and Jim Henry.
- Pizza Swag Bag: A swag bag valued at approximately $150, including premium pizza-making tools and ingredients like a Lloydpans Detroit pizza pan, chef apron, and more (details below).
- Open Bar: Refreshments provided by Northeast Eagle Distributors.
- Eat What You Make: Enjoy the delicious pizzas created during the class.
- Recipe Book: Take home a collection of pizza recipes to try on your own.
Swag Bag Highlights
All attendees will leave with an epic pizza swag bag that includes:
- Lloydpans Detroit Pizza Pan
- Custom Chef’s Apron
- Caputo Pizza Flour
- Hormel Cup & Char Pepperoni
- Corto Truly Olive Oil
- AR’s Hot Honey
- Frico King Detroit Pizza Spatula by Atlas Steel
- Urban Slicer Dough Mix
- Urban Slicer Pizza Sauce
- Pizza Cutter/Rocker
- Dough Whisk
- Recipe Book
- and More!
Support Culinary Students at Lackawanna College
The best part? By attending this Pizza Masterclass, you’ll be directly supporting Lackawanna College culinary students. All proceeds from the event will go towards scholarships and programs that help develop the next generation of culinary talent.
With a ticket price of $400 per person, you’re not only investing in your pizza-making skills but also helping to provide crucial financial support to future chefs and restaurateurs. This is your chance to give back to the community while enjoying a one-of-a-kind pizza experience.
Limited Tickets – Reserve Yours Today!
Spots for this Pizza Masterclass are limited, so don’t wait! Tickets are expected to sell out quickly due to the small class size and exclusive hands-on format.
Whether you’re passionate about pizza or just looking for a fun and educational way to support a worthy cause, this masterclass promises to be an unforgettable event.
Secure your ticket today and get ready to roll up your sleeves for a deliciously good time!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from the pros and support a fantastic cause – we hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please email Jim Mirabelli at nepapizzareview@gmail.com.
