🍋 Join Us for a Flavor-Packed Summer Cooking Class in Fort Lauderdale!


South Florida Foodies—Let’s Cook Together This Summer!

Hey Reader!

Ready to turn up the heat in the kitchen this summer? Join me and Chef Jorge Montes for a hands-on seasonal cooking class in Fort Lauderdale at the vibrant Sistrunk Marketplace. Our upcoming event, “Lemon & Basil Themed: A Summer Cooking Class,” is perfect for families, friends, food lovers, and anyone looking to sharpen their skills in a fun, supportive space.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, June 1
📍 Location: Sistrunk Marketplace, Fort Lauderdale, FL
👩‍🍳 Theme: Fresh, citrusy, and herb-forward recipes inspired by South Florida’s summer harvest.

You'll learn to make:
– Mini Caprese Skewers
– Lemon Herb Chicken Pasta
– Light & Creamy Lemon Mousse
– Refreshing Basil Tea

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If you're in Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, Hollywood, or Wilton Manors, this is a can’t-miss event for local home cooks and families looking for a unique culinary experience.

🔗 Reserve Your Spot Today

Let’s bring the community together, one delicious bite at a time.

Hope to see you,
Chef Maika

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Emails will be sent when these classes go live.


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Hi! I'm Chef Maika, a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, ​and culinary educator. My goal is to create, educate, and discover tools that ​will bring the joy and passion of global cuisine to food enthusiasts ​and home cooks through exploration, experimentation, and tasting.


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I am a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, ​culinary educator. My goal is to create, educate and discover tools that ​will bring the joy and passion of global cuisine to food enthusiasts ​and home cooks through exploration, experimentation, and tasting.

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