Mushrooms: enigmatic darlings of the culinary world. For some, they’re a source of endless fascination—their earthy aroma, their velvet textures, their whispers of umami perfection. For others? They’re an unwelcome guest at the table, a culinary dealbreaker best left unearthed. Marie once stood firmly in the latter camp. Hard to fathom, given her current devotion to these fungal marvels.

Her early encounters with mushrooms were, shall we say, less than inspiring. Picture gummy, canned white buttons entombed in casseroles and raw, insipid criminis stranded on forlorn salad bars. It was enough to make anyone turn up their nose. But life has a way of offering second chances, and through globe-trotting adventures and culinary experimentation, Marie discovered the transformative magic of mushrooms. Now, she’s on a mission to lead you through their captivating world.

In this class, Marie will unveil the secrets to coaxing mushrooms into their full, savory glory. From unlocking their umami depths to achieving textures that will make your taste buds sing, you’ll learn how to elevate these humble fungi into the stars of your table. Together, we’ll banish mediocrity from the mushroom repertoire and perhaps, just perhaps, convert even the staunchest skeptics. The adventure awaits.

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