The MCC is closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Classes, events, and programs will resume normally on Monday, Dec. 1.

Cooking

April 2026

A Cut Above: Knife Skills 101

Take this knife skills workshop to learn and practice the culinary techniques that help take the chore out of cooking. Techniques include deboning a chicken; cutting onions, carrots, other vegetables and fruits; and pasting garlic. Knife selection, sharpening, and care will also be covered. Bring your own knives or use ours. On the menu: Mediterranean […]
Wednesday - Tuesday, Apr 15 - 21
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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International Fish & Seafood

Learn all the skills needed to prepare great fish dishes. Chef Joel will cover selecting good fish, different types of fish for different dishes, how to best cook a wide variety of fish, and more. Participants will then prepare these delicious dishes: Albondigas de Pescado (Mexican Fish Balls) with Red Wine Tomato Sauce and Fried […]
Thursday, Apr 16
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Comfort Food

Cream of Yukon Gold Potato and Leek Soup with fresh baked cheddar focaccia; three cheese macaroni and cheese with spinach, roasted red pepper, and herbed butter crust; Croque Monsieur (Gruyere and baked ham sandwiches); chocolate brownies with caramel sauce. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. 1326.3261 lesson @ 3 hr, $79/$72 MCC district residentsF, 4/17, […]
Friday, Apr 17
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Chocolate!

In this fun, hands-on class, participants will learn to make delicious chocolate treats and add to their repertoire with new recipes and classic techniques. They will make the following (and take some home to enjoy with friends and family): Maine Potato Candy; White Chocolate Muffins with Candied Oranges; Moelleux au Chocolate (chocolate cakes with a […]
Sunday, Apr 19
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Feasting in Monaco

Barbagiuan (delicate pastries filled with Swiss chard and ricotta); Lamb Mince Kebabs with Caramelized Onions, Herbed Mayonnaise, and Goat Cheese; Parmesan Gnocchi with Mixed Mushroom Ragout; Le Salad Monte Carlo (crisp lettuce, tomato, mushroom, and hearts of palm with a light vinaigrette); Honeyed Lemon Crisps. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. 1328.3261 lesson @ 3 […]
Monday, Apr 20
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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An Evening in Montreal

Quebecois-Style Pea Soup with Garlic Croutons; Tourtière; Haute Poutine; Beauce Salad with Maple Vinaigrette; Maple Cookies with Maple Glaze. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. 1330.326 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Tu, 4/21, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. REGISTER Activity No. 1331.326 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Tu, 4/21, […]
Tuesday, Apr 21
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Meat and Potatoes

Garlic-and-Pepper Rubbed Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Twice-baked Gingered Sweet Potatoes; Blackberry Glazed Chicken Kebabs with Sugar-Browned Potatoes; Frikadellan with “Himmel und Erd” Potatoes (traditional German minced pork and beef patties with “Heaven and Earth” mashed potatoes, apples, caramelized onions, and bacon); Soft Stewed Lamb Ragout with Sweet Potato Latkes, Crème Fraîche, and Pear Sauce. Instructor: […]
Wednesday, Apr 22
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Dinner in Bangkok

Thung Thong (Thai “Money Bags”-crispy fried pastries with pork, mushrooms, and herbs); Nam Jim Po Piah (Thai dipping sauce); Thai Noodle Salad with carrots, cucumber, and toasted sesame honey dressing; Thai Green Curry with chicken, eggplant, and bell peppers; Red Curry with shrimp, sweet potato, and kale; jasmine rice with lemongrass and lime; Thai-fried bananas […]
Thursday, Apr 23
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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