STORY AND PHOTO BY KAREN BOSSICK

The Sun Valley Culinary institute’s third class of student chefs will prepare a Bistro 211 Student Pop-Up Luncheon on Friday.

Community members are invited to drop in to the Culinary Institute at 211 Main St. in Ketchum from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, to avail themselves of a three-course prix fixe lunch that can be enjoyed at the Culinary Institute or picked up to go.

Each course will include soup or salad, a main course and dessert.

“I am excited for our SVCI students to present their culinary efforts after months of education and practice,” said Chef Jorge de la Torre. “The community will benefit from these dedicated students’ interest and perseverance in their food studies and preparation as they work diligently toward achieving their goals and dreams in the culinary industry.”

The three course-meal costs $25 andhelps support the Culinary Institute program, which prepares those wanting to work in the food industry. Students work in local restaurants during the busy winter and summer seasons as part of their year-long program, and some have pursued careers with Wood River Valley restaurants following graduation.

Beverages will be available for purchase.

Other upcoming November events at SVCI include:

A cooking class on Friday, Nov. 22, with Chef Melissa Mauselle, who will present an evening of savory German cuisine—comfort food. Attendees will learn how to make Kartoffelpuffer—a German potato pancake, pork schnitzel with mushroom mustard sauce, braised cabbage, spaetzle and apple strudel with ice cream.

 On Saturday, Nov. 23, at 6 p.m., Chef Goose Sorensen will serve up a delectable mussels night celebrating this versatile seafood delicacy with three unique preparations of classic French flavors and bold Thai and Spanish influences paired with vibrant sides and a decadent dessert.

Pizza Night with Rico Albright will return to the Culinary Institute at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29. Albright will create pizzas while sharing his passion and joy for pizza making, while sharing some pro tips for making  pizza at home.

COMING UP:  

The Sun Valley Culinary Institute will present its third annual Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration Jan. 28 through Feb. 2, 2025. The celebration will involve six days of culinary experiences with celebrated Food Network and James Beard Award-winning chefs.

Learn more at https://sunvalleyculinary.org/.