Taverna Manos Learning Center
Master Class Calendar: Feb 2026 – Feb 2027
We’ve all been living in a lot of chaos, and this is a place where it finally stops.
All dinner classes may be prepared in either a traditional tagine or a frying pan — your choice.
Feb 2026 – Feb 2027
Cooking + Art classes together, as originally intended.
FEBRUARY 2026
Feb 22 — Taverna Gyro Classics
Gyro‑Style Meat: Seasoned, Slow‑Cooked, and Slice‑Ready
Learn how to build rich flavor with pantry spices and simple techniques.
Includes: warm flatbread making + how to stretch proteins for multiple meals.
MARCH 2026
Mar 8 — Souvlaki & Sunshine
Chicken Souvlaki: Marinate, Skewer, and Grill Like a Greek Home Cook
Includes: Greek potatoes and marinade mastery.
Mar 15 — Watercolor Florals (Art)
Soft layers, simple shapes, gentle guidance.
Mar 22 — Greek lemon chicken with Greek lemon potatoes and a rich kadaifi dessert
Chicken with Greek spices and hint of lemon, famous lemon potatoes done with a twist and a dessert that requires little effort – but big on flavor.
APRIL 2026
Apr 5 — Gyro Traditions
Build‑Your‑Own Gyro Meat at Home
Includes: warm pita from scratch + how to repurpose leftovers creatively.
Apr 12 — Neurographic Art (Art)
Intuitive lines, rounded edges, calming creative process.
Apr 19 — Gemista‑Style Stuffed Tomatoes
Greek Stuffed Tomatoes: Herb‑Scented, Comforting, and Budget‑Friendly
Includes: how to stretch small amounts of meat for big flavor.
MAY 2026
May 3 — Mediterranean Zucchini Boats
Hearty Zucchini Boats with Mediterranean Fillings
Includes: produce‑smart shopping strategies for today’s economy.
May 10 — Acrylic Landscapes (Art)
Break landscapes into simple shapes and build step by step.
JUNE 2026
June 7 — Lemon Chicken & Summer Herbs
Lemon‑Oregano Chicken Thighs: A One‑Pan Greek Classic
Includes: how to build flavor with inexpensive herbs and pantry acids.
June 14 — Abstract Expression (Art)
Gesture, emotion, color relationships.
June 21 — Mediterranean Zucchini Boats
Seasonal Zucchini with Mediterranean Fillings
Includes: how to adapt recipes to seasonal produce availability.
JULY 2026
July 5 — Taverna Meatballs
Greek Meatballs with Herbs & Garlic: A Family‑Style Main Dish
Includes: skillet flatbread + freezer‑friendly batch cooking.
July 12 — Pen & Ink Botanicals (Art)
Line work, shading, simple botanical forms.
July 19 — Gemista‑Style Stuffed Tomatoes
Greek Stuffed Tomatoes: Herb‑Scented, Nourishing, and Versatile
Includes: how to use pantry staples to create depth of flavor.
AUGUST 2026
Aug 2 — Souvlaki Night
Pork or Chicken Souvlaki: Simple, Flavorful, and Crowd‑Friendly
Includes: stovetop flatbread + marinade variations for any budget.
Aug 9 — Textured Acrylics & Palette Knife (Art)
Palette knives, gels, texture mediums.
Aug 16 — Kofta & Summer Spices
Lamb or Beef Kofta with Warm Spices
Includes: how to use spices to elevate inexpensive ingredients.
SEPTEMBER 2026
Mediterranean Harvest Bowls
Roasted Vegetables, Herbed Grains & Lemon‑Tahini Drizzle
Includes: how to batch‑prep grains for the week.
OCTOBER 2026
Fall Greek Comforts
Pastitsio or Greek Meat Sauce Over Orzo
Includes: how to stretch meat sauce for multiple meals.
NOVEMBER 2026
Taverna Holiday Sides
Greek Lemon Potatoes, Mediterranean Green Beans & Herbed Orzo
Includes: how to prep ahead without losing flavor.
DECEMBER 2026
Holiday Mezze Night
Hummus Trio, Warm Pita & Spiced Meatballs
Includes: how to build a mezze board on a budget.