Name: A Cut Above
Start: 2026-10-13
End: 2026-10-13
Location: McLean Community Center

October 2026

A Cut Above

Take this knife skills workshop to learn and practice the culinary techniques that help take the chore out of cooking. Techniques include boning a chicken; cutting onions, carrots, other vegetables, fruits and pasting garlic. Knife selection, sharpening and care will also be covered. Bring your own knives or use ours. A light meal will be […]

Tuesday, Oct 13

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. Activity No. 1324.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents W, 10/14 […]

Wednesday, Oct 14

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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¡Buen Provecho! Spanish Cuisine

Enjoy a meal of Spanish delicacies! Patatas bravas (crispy-fried potatoes with smoky salsa brava); gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp); pan con tomate (toasted country bread slathered with a tomato and olive oil puree); eggplant, tomato & zucchini paella; and delicious, fluffy magdalenas (lemony cupcakes) for dessert. Activity No. 1326.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 […]

Thursday, Oct 15

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Senior cooking at the stove in the MCC kitchen

SIA Cooking Class: Hawaiian Tiki Party

Join Chef Joel Olson to enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii in this fun class. On the menu: macadamia hummus with pineapple flatbread; tangy Hawaiian gazpacho; Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken; pineapple and pepper rice; and yummy, crunchy macadamia tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 9046.226 F, 10/16 11 a.m.-1 p.m. register

Friday, Oct 16

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Hawaiian Tiki Party

Enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii in this fun class. On the menu: macadamia hummus with pineapple flatbread; tangy Hawaiian gazpacho; Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken; Hawaiian food truck garlic shrimp; pineapple and pepper rice; and yummy, crunchy macadamia tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 1328.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents F, 10/16 […]

Friday, Oct 16

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Italian Sunday Dinner

Italian focaccia di recco (cheese-filled flatbread); eggplant and mushroom bolognese sauce; sweet Italian sausage meatballs with parmesan bucatini; broccoli salad with chickpeas, olives & provolone; and tiramisu tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 1330.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Su, 10/18 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. register […]

Sunday, Oct 18

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Dining in Monaco

Barbagiuàns (the national dish of Monaco — delicate pastries filled with swiss chard and ricotta); lamb mince kebabs with caramelized onions, herbed mayonnaise & goat cheese (classic monégasque flavors); parmesan gnocchi with mixed mushroom ragout; le salad Monte Carlo (crisp romaine lettuce, tomato, mushroom and hearts of palm with a light vinaigrette); and delicious, delicate […]

Monday, Oct 19

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Dining in Havana

Croquetas de jamón (ham croquettes) with mojo Cubano (orange-glazed onion relish); camarones al ajillo (garlic shrimp); cilantro and lime sauce; Cuban yellow rice; pan-grilled zucchini with smoked paprika butter and queso fresco; and torticas de moron (Cuban shortbread cookies) for dessert. Activity No. 1334.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Tu, 10/20 […]

Tuesday, Oct 20

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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Taste of Oktoberfest

It is never too late to enjoy the spirit and flavors of Oktoberfest! Bratwurst and sauerkraut egg rolls; Reuben dipping sauce; German potato & cheese soup; crispy bratwurst croutons; grilled bratwurst sliders with ale-braised shallots and aged WI cheddar; schupfnudeln; and delicious German chocolate and cherry cookies for dessert. Activity No. 1336.226 1 lesson @ […]

Wednesday, Oct 21

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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It’s a Small World

Swedish smoked salmon & potato croquettes with lemon dill sauce; Pakistani alloo kay kebabs (potato patties) with carrot and cumin tzatziki sauce; Persian muhammara (vibrant red pepper & walnut dip) with za’atar flatbread; Italian goat cheese and parmesan zucchini involtini with roasted tomato sauce; Japanese mixed mushroom & white miso tartlets; and Greek honey-whipped feta […]

Thursday, Oct 22

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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SIA Cooking Class: It’s a Small World

Chef Joel will teach how to make delicious small plates from around the world. The menu includes Persian Muhammara (savory red pepper & walnut dip) with Za’atar Flatbread; Swedish Smoked Salmon & Potato Croquettes with Lemon Dill Sauce; Japanese Mixed Mushroom & White Miso Tartlets; Peruvian Creamy Potato & Vegetable Empanadas with Aji Verde (vibrant […]

Friday, Oct 23

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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SIA Cooking Demo: Soup Soirée

Cooking Thyme with Stacie presents a cozy Soup Soirée. In this fun session we will start with a lively demonstration of two comforting soups. You can roll up your sleeves and help or just relax and watch the preparation. Enjoy the company of others and taste the delicious creations at the conclusion of our time together. Menu: White […]

Wednesday, Oct 28

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

McLean Community Center

1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

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