New Ulm Public School

Summer Entertaining with Mediterranean Mezze

2.5-Hour Cooking Class
Artist/Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos, Dish it up Good

Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 5:00pm–7:30pm

No Experience Required

Course Overview

Bring vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your summertime gatherings! Mezze—an assortment of small bites, dips, and shareable dishes—is perfect for crowd-pleasing summer entertaining. In this hands-on class, you will learn to create a beautiful, full-flavored mezze spread using Chef Tess’ personal recipes.

On the Mezze Menu:  Mediterranean Kebabi; full flavored / seasoned ground meat skewers with Greek Drizzle Dressing, Tiropitakia; Phyllo wrapped savory cheese triangles, accompanied by Tzatziki; Savory Greek Yogurt Dip, and Greek hummus, in addition to homemade Pita Bread!

This variety of skewers, phyllo wraps, dips, and pita bread make for a beautiful presentation! Learn how to make, wrap, present, and plate these delicious wonders with a wonderful Greek Salad.

Equipment Needs

• Food Processor
• Stand Mixer with dough hook (optional)

Location

Online Zoom Link - Emailed 5 days prior class

Ingredients

A list will be emailed 5 days prior to class

Handouts

• Ingredient List / Station Prep is provided 5 days before the class
• Recipe Packets are Provided AFTER the class has completed
  • The instructor believes, through years of experience, that some of the best learning happens with “doing” instead of reading along. It helps to build peoples’ confidence in the kitchen knowing they have created something unique and delicious all on their own. They then can use the recipes provided as a guide. This way of teaching also allows for a greater focus on the task at hand.

Special Note

While cooking along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. A professionally made PDF packet of the Instructors Personal Recipes from this class will also be received. This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting.The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!

One registration fee covers immediate family members living full-time in the same household. Adult supervision is required if children participate. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are participating together, EACH separate household must register SEPARATELY.

Cancellation

Once ingredient list packets have been sent, there are no refunds.