Pierogi
with Wine Pairing
Featuring Jennifer Bartos
Sunday, January 11TH, 2026 | 2pM-4PM
$109 MEMBERS, $159 NON-MEMBER
The ROCC, AEP Foundation Culinary Arts Kitchen
Class Description:
Join Jennifer for a delicious culinary journey into the art of making classic pierogies! In this demonstration-style class, Jennifer will show you step by step how to create these beloved Eastern European dumplings from scratch.
You’ll learn how to:
· Mix and roll out tender pierogi dough
· Properly fill and shape pierogies
· Cook them to golden perfection
As part of the experience, everyone will enjoy a tasting of classic potato pierogies served with sautéed cabbage and savory sausage. To finish on a sweet note, you’ll also be treated to a blueberry pierogi dessert.
This is the perfect class for anyone who wants to watch, learn, and taste the comforting flavors of handmade pierogies without the pressure of hands-on cooking. Come hungry and leave inspired to bring this tradition into your own kitchen! Recipes will be provided.
About the Chef:
From a young age, Jennifer was inspired by her mom's culinary talents, which sparked her passion for the culinary and sugar arts. After pursuing a traditional career in financial services, Jennifer followed her long-time dream and attended culinary school. Upon graduation, she convinced her husband, Randy, to join her in launching Make It Sweet, a retail cake supply store in Austin, TX. Over 22 years, the duo grew it into one of the largest specialty baking and decorating stores and sugar arts classrooms in the country and Jennifer taught countless students from hobbyists to aspiring professionals. Jennifer has competed in five Food Network Challenge shows winning multiple awards and has appeared on numerous local television segments. Jennifer’s true passion is developing recipes and techniques and teaching them through her baking and decorating online and in-person classes. After selling the store in 2023, Jennifer and Randy are now in the process of moving to Rockport and are excited for their next chapter.
January 11th, 2026
2PM – 4PM
$109 members, $159 non-members