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Date Night Series: Episode 1
Upcoming
Date Night Series: Episode 1
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Things to know
For 18+ only.
A welcome glass of prosecco or non-alcoholic beverage will be served upon arrival, and additional beverages will be available for purchase a la carte throughout the class.
What we’ll cover
L’OCA’s Date Night Series is dedicated to finding fun ways for our customers to connect with a partner.
But, it doesn’t have to be romantic, so bring a date or a friend to L’OCA Labs for a fun evening filled with delicious food and led by our very own Chef Jaclyn Beckmann.
Learn how to impress your guests with tasty food and have a memorable evening with the one you love (or just love spending time with).
Upon arrival, Chef Jaclyn will guide you through how to build two different styles of cocktails for you and your partner.
Next, you'll learn how to (safely and properly) shuck oysters, as well as how to prepare L'OCA's version of a Mignonette Sauce, made from minced shallots, cracked pepper, and vinegar, to dress up your raw oysters, or just top them with horseradish or other hot sauces.
Then, get creative as you learn to assemble a selection of crostini using some of L’OCA’s favourite dips, spreads, and toppings, and Chef Jaclyn will share her expert tips on recreating these at home.
Chef Jaclyn will next teach you how to prepare and sear sea scallops, and what to serve them with, including a light vegetable salad.
And, to top off the entire meal, you and your date will learn how to make decadent chocolate truffles.
Upcoming classes
Date Night Series: Episode 1
- Date Night Series: E1: – sold out
About your instructor
Chef Jacklyn Beckmann
Chef Jaclyn Beckmann grew up in St. Albert and has since worked her through some of Edmonton’s best kitchens.
While in culinary school, Chef Jaclyn became involved in everything she could; from catering large events to becoming the Vice President of The Culinary Committee for the Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival to assisting with the Gold Medal Plate Awards and even becoming a Front of House Leader.
After graduation, Chef Jaclyn worked her way up to become the Sous Chef at DOSC, and began creating her own menus, while gaining the confidence to start her own catering business on the side.
Before joining the culinary team at L’OCA, Chef Jaclyn's creativity continued to flourish as Head Chef at The Art of Cake, where she created up menus for a daily lunch service, weekend ‘speakeasy’ events, wine-paired meals, and more.