As part of our six-class summer garden series in Alaska, this hands-on cooking class honors the long-awaited arrival of ripe, local tomatoes. In Part 5, we focus on transforming this vibrant harvest into recipes that capture both peak freshness and lasting flavor.
Alaska’s summer light produces intensely sweet, richly flavored varieties—from classic slicers to bright, juicy cherry tomatoes—grown in gardens and greenhouses across the state. In this class, we’ll explore the versatility of tomatoes through four delicious preparations:
Fresh Garden Salsa – bursting with ripe tomatoes, herbs, and just-picked aromatics.
Tomato Jam – a savory-sweet spread that preserves summer’s essence for months to come.
Simple Tomato Sauce – a foundational recipe that highlights the natural sweetness and acidity of perfectly ripe fruit.
Velvety Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Soup – silky, comforting, and deeply flavorful, perfect for cool Alaska evenings.
Along the way, we’ll discuss techniques for balancing acidity and sweetness, preserving and storing your harvest, and pairing tomatoes with other seasonal produce at its peak.
Join us as we celebrate the height of Alaska’s garden abundance—capturing the brilliance of summer tomatoes in dishes that nourish now and carry the flavor of the season forward.
Join us for our seasonal Garden Series where we celebrate cooking with what’s in season—and what’s in your basket. In this six-class series, we’ll learn how to confidently turn seasonal ingredients into complete, satisfying meals. We focus on the seasonal bounty of vegetables in our gardens or fish in our freezers.
These classes will focus on hands-on techniques, flexible recipes with minimal waste, and building confidence for you to experiment with new ideas and ingredients at home. Perfect for gardeners, market lovers, and anyone who wants to cook more intuitively with the seasons.