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Catherine Macdonald is the owner and founder of Tastebudsct which is a private culinary adventure experience, ranging from demos, cooking classes, camps, and individual experiences. The classes and demonstrations showcase seasonal and thematic cuisine based on the clients’ needs.
Chef Catherine is also the founder of a Monthly Culinary Group (Cookbook and Cocktails-which has been featured in Fairfield monthly magazines), and services the community. She teaches culinary classes to adults and children in corporate and school environments, various Fairfield, Westport and Darien Public Schools, local libraries in Fairfield County, and senior centers throughout Fairfield. Chef Catherine is of European origin and has been cooking since a very young age. She is well versed and educated in the culinary arts, with a slant towards the creative process. In addition, Tastebudsct is a socially responsible company that participates in programs to sponsor and contribute to Operation Hope, Catholic Parishes in the Diocese of Bridgeport, and various non-profits. 

Questions?  Chef Catherine catherine@tastebudsct.com

Ages 13+ 

Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, September 15th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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Step aboard an exotic journey that will leave your tastebuds tantalized. Join Tastebudsct as we create traditional Mediterranean flavors to transport you to another world. Learn the fundamental building blocks of the Mediterranean kitchen, that will later allow you to layer multiple flavors. Enjoy Life and come take a culinary adventure!
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, September 29th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class
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Journey up and down the East Coast for an exploration of our regions finest and most prized cuisine that will make you feel like you are on holiday at your favorite place. New England classics will encompass historical explorations of how our recipes came to be. 
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, October 13th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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This is the best time of year to transition into our next season and explore the many flavors or this time.  From pumpkins to apples, and the many varieties of squash, we will create recipes that will take us right into our celebratory period. 
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, October 27th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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Join Tastebudsct as we venture to recreate the Thanksgiving Table with a new twist on many classics.   The refreshed recipes will leave your family and guests wanting more of the biggest and best meal of the year! 
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, January 12th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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Join Tastebudsct as we demystify the creation of the souffle.   This class will go over technique and execution of both sweet and savory soufflé varieties and make you wish you would have traveled down the path sooner.  
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, January 26th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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Come and celebrate the Chinese New Year and Lunar NewYear by creating the symbolic foods that define the tradition for the upcoming year.  Our exotic exploration will stop you from calling “take-out” when you next long for great Chinese Cuisine. 
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, February 9th 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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The streets of New Orleans are bursting with French and Creole flavors  that have resulted in a unique and flavorful fusion of the region.  Take a stroll down Bourbon Street and allow your tastebuds to lead your way.   A class not to be missed. 
Registration Begins: Thursday, August 20th @ 9:00am 
Program Dates: Tuesdays, February 23rd 
Location: Bigelow Center for Senior Activities 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 13+
Fee: $65 per class

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You do not have to board a plane and cross the pond to get the classic flavors of our Irish brethren.  In this program, we will create some of the best and classic dishes that have kept their place in the county since their inception.  
Please note: Programs may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met.
If a program is canceled, registered participants will receive a full refund.