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Feb
18
Wednesday
Feb
18
Wed
Food and Wine :: Cooking Class
Empanadas: Sweet and Savory Handheld Pastries
5:00 PM
Sonoma Community Center
Empanadas: Sweet and Savory Handheld Pastries Description:

Schedule

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Experience Level
All Levels
Event Categories:
Bilingual, Culinary Arts
Age(s)
18 and older

$100 – Registration Cost
Master the art of empanada making with both sweet and savory fillings. Learn dough techniques, folding methods, and create delicious handheld pastries.
What you’ll do

Discover the versatility of empanadas in this hands-on culinary class where you’ll master both sweet and savory variations of this beloved pastry. Learn to create tender, flaky dough from scratch and explore traditional filling techniques that balance flavor and texture. You’ll prepare savory empanadas with options like seasoned beef, chicken, cheese and vegetables, alongside sweet versions featuring fruit, chocolate, or dulce de leche.

Instruction covers proper dough handling, folding and crimping techniques for beautiful presentation, and cooking methods including baking and frying. You’ll understand how to adjust moisture levels in fillings to prevent soggy pastries and learn tips for making empanadas ahead for easy entertaining. Whether you’re drawn to traditional Latin American recipes or creative fusion flavors, this class gives you the skills to make professional-quality empanadas at home. Perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks looking to expand their pastry repertoire.
Age Group: 18+
Venue: Sonoma Community Center
Address: 276 E Napa St Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: 707-938-4626

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