Crepes filled with chocolate and bananas! Who wouldn’t like that!? Seven children from several school districts joined us as we prepared this delicious treat while using our French. They made the batter, stirred the melting chocolate, whipped the cream, set the table, and enjoyed their creations. Clovis and Angelique, both from France, worked with all […]
Italian Cooking & Conversation continues with Vincent Carducci and Leslie Fillnow at the helm. Students have learned and practiced basic Italian while making savory items such as la pocaccia nella padella (stuffed focaccia), melanzane alla parmigiana (eggplant parmasean), pizza rustica alla napoletana, bruschetta al pesto di basilisco, inslata cesare (Ceasar salad), sorbetto al limone (lemon […]
Ikebana classes continue on Saturdays with only one more remaining on March 26th. This week students worked with irises, mums, baby’s breath and pussy willows. Participants bent branches, put flowers in the frog and cut as needed, all while attending to form, balance and dimension. Instructor, Sachiko Clough, provided both group and individual instruction. The […]
Conversational French classes for three different levels are about to start in Damariscotta! Contact us to register for one or more of these six-week classes: 1) Decouvrez le Francais (Beginners), Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Students will gain a foundation of useful travel-ready expressions, pronunciation tips, grammar and cultural information useful for traveling in French-speaking countries 2) […]
Students gathered for Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging to create some lovely arrangements. Armed with scissors and pruning sheers, the group considered lines, dimension, order and precision. Fresh flowers from the Boston Flower Market and the guidance of experienced Ikebana instructor and natives Japanese speaker, Sachiko Clough proved perfect. Participants brought home pieces […]
French Cooking for Kids is a wonderful way to have your child engage in language learning while having fun. Whether your child just likes to cook or is studying French, (s)he will enjoy baking in our new, state-of-the-art kitchen. Join native and experienced teachers who enjoy working with children. Create sweet and savory treats such […]
Italian cooking is a wonderful cultural experience and Italy is well known for its regional dishes. Come experience some of the country’s finest tastes while learning a bit of the language. Lasgane di verdure, Minestrone con Bruschette al pesto, Pizza Rustica and Risotto alla Millanese are only some of the main dishes you will experience […]
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What a great time with Team Midcoast Interact this past Thursday as they prepared an authentic Guatemalan meal with Rockland Mayor, Louise MacLellan-Ruf. These high school students will travel to Safe Passage in Guatemala next month in order to work with at-risk families. Their hands-on social service work has benefited many. Part of the evening’s […]