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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Early Summer Beans and Greens
DESCRIPTION:This class is all about the humble heroes of early summertime produce: fresh shelling beans and vibrant greens! For our head chef\, Gracie\, shelling peas and favas is a meditative and deeply enjoyable task\, done around the table with friends and family while good music plays. She would like to invite you to join her at the table for shelling\, chatting\, cooking and delighting in the green vibrant beans of early summer!  \nMENU:  \nBubbly Focaccia with Ramps\, Green Garlic and Wilted Greens  \nPreserved Lemon Marinated Peas and Beans Over Labneh with Mint and Parsley  \nSalad of Spicy Summer Greens: Mizuna\, Arugula and Watercress\, Snap Peas with Avocado\, Fried Shallots and Cherry Tomatoes\, Yuzu Vinaigrette \nRicotta Gnocchi with Fresh Peas\, Favas and Morels in an Herb Broth  \n*Menu subject to change based on the availability of ingredients
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-early-summer-beans-and-greens-2/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Basic Knife Skills
DESCRIPTION:Join Chef Helena for a class on the basics of using your chef’s knife at home. We will discuss the ins and outs of knife use\, care\, honing\, and safety. You will walk away more confident in cutting vegetables and herbs with an array of essential skills. Beginners welcome! \nThis class includes our Knife Skills manual for reference when cooking at home. The vegetables cut in this class will be used to create a delicious salad with flavorful garnishes: fried shallots\, minced chili\, roasted peanuts\, and marinated and roasted tofu. We’ll toast to our sharp skills with a glass of wine\, beer\, or an NA spritz.
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-basic-knife-skills-38/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T180000
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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Totally Tapas - Late Spring Edition
DESCRIPTION:Why settle for a single entrée when you can taste five\, six\, seven different bites? Tapas are a fun way to eat and a great way to entertain. Paul Schumer\, a local chef instructor\, is eager to teach you his tapas tips and tricks! This class features a broad array of tapas\, all featuring the bold flavors of Spain. You’ll mix hot & cold\, smooth & crunchy\, salt & acid\, spicy & sweet\, to produce a spread that will have you thinking you’ve walked into a tavern in San Sebastian or Barcelona. \nMENU \nCroquetas—Creamy\, fried and sprinkled with ham or mushroom — can it get much better than that? \nAlbondigas—Pork and lamb meatballs in a zesty tomato sauce. \nPatatas Bravas—Crispy\, twice-fried potatoes drizzled with a spicy brava sauce. \nGambas al Ajillo—Succulent shrimp quickly seared in lots of garlic and oil! \nPan Con Tomate — Just like it sounds\, so simple\, yet so good! \nWhite Bean Montadito with Spanish Chorizo and Pickled Pepper. \nSmashed Pea Montadito with Manchego and Mint. \nGranita—Shaved ice to cool it all down. \n*Ingredients are subject to change due to seasonal availability
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-totally-tapas-late-spring-edition/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T170000
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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Friends and Family Pride Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Two seatings available — 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM \nWe are so excited to collaborate with the amazing team from Friends and Family\, a beloved queer bar and community space in Oakland. Friends and Family has recently closed its doors\, making this a truly special and unique opportunity to experience the joy\, warmth\, and deliciousness they brought to their community. Chef Gaby Maeda (formerly of State Bird Provisions and a James Beard nominee) and Blake Cole (Friends and Family owner and bar manager) will be joining us to celebrate pride and community by serving up delicious bites and beverages all night! \nWhat to expect? Mix\, mingle\, and enjoy light bites alongside friends and family at the 18th Street Kitchen! Savor a curated spread of iconic dishes\, passed bites\, nostalgic desserts\, and handcrafted drinks in a space made for good company. \nWe cannot wait to party with you! Ticket price includes five bites\, dessert and a welcome beverage. Additional delicious beverages (alcoholic and N/A) will be for sale as well!\nMENU \nWelcome Beverage: Melon Infused Bianco Vermouth Spritz \nMelon & Prosciutto: Fish Sauce\, Toasted Rice\, Mint\, Makrut Lime Salt \nLes Eggs: Shoyu Eggs\, Yuzu Kosho Aioli\, Smoked Trout Roe\, Bubu Arare \nHeirloom Tomato Toast: Sourdough\, Grated Tomato\, Garlic  \nCorn Mochi: Cotija\, Guajillo Chile\, Cilantro  \nFried Chicken: Mochiko & Sauce \nDessert: Mom’s Carrot Cake \n*Vegetarian and Vegan substitutions available upon request. Please use the notes section in the cart to share any dietaries with our team.
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-friends-and-family-pride-pop-up/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Summer Solstice: A Seasonal Vegetarian Feast
DESCRIPTION:Summer is officially upon us! Tomatoes are ripening\, cherries and apricots grace the farmers market with their intoxicating juiciness\, peppers and corn are on the horizon. As we bid farewell to rainy days\, peas and green garlic and welcome in this next season of warmth and abundance\, it seems only fitting to mark the occasion with a decadent feast!  \nChef Gracie relishes these seasonal check points as a time to take pause and observe the way the produce\, the light and the energy of the people around her shifts. If you’re looking for a similar pause in your busy world and a way to touch base with your community and some gorgeous local ingredients\, come on in and join us!  \nDuring this class students will learn to make fresh pasta\, they will whip up a shockingly easy and flavorful ice cream\, get their hands on fresh elderflower blossoms\, and let good\, well sourced\, simple ingredients shine! It’s the longest day of the year so let’s soak it up and bask in its light and abundance.  \nMENU \nElderflower Apricot Spritz with Sparkling Wine (N/A option available!) \nEarly Stone Fruit Salad with Sambal Shallot Dressing\, Cilantro\, Crispy Fried Shallot and Lime  \nSeared and Raw Summer Squash with Seared Haloumi and Zhoug  \nFresh Pappardelle with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil Parmesan Creme Fraiche  \nFarm Fresh Mint Ice Cream with Macerated Fresh Cherries  and Chocolate Fudge
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-summer-solstice-a-seasonal-vegetarian-feast-2/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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SUMMARY:18 Reasons: Simply Summer: Smoke
DESCRIPTION:ou may think that you need to invest in a fancy pellet smoker to enjoy the benefits of home smoked food but our Chef Gracie is here to tell you that you don’t! Anyone can rig up a little smoker in the comfort of their own home with just a steamer basket or barbecue and a little tinfoil – and the benefits of cooking with smoke are infinite! Not to be underestimated or over done\, smoke adds a depth and intensity to food that few other techniques can emulate. Learn how creaminess\, acidity and sweetness can compliment and counterbalance your smoked ingredients. \nMENU \nGriddled Sourdough with Creme Fraiche\, Cucumbers\, Cold Smoked Trout and Lemon  \nSmoked Pickled Beet Salad\, Fresh Feta\, Strawberries\, Fennel\, Shallot and Mustard Vinaigrette \nTea Smoked Duck Breast with Napa Cabbage\, Wasabi Aioli\, Sake Marinated Cherries   \nSmokey Sundae—No-Churn Fennel Pollen Ice Cream with Smoked Apricot Compote \n*Menu subject to change based on seasonal availability
URL:https://missionlocal.org/event/18-reasons-simply-summer-smoke/
LOCATION:18 Reasons\, 3674 18th St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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