Metropolitan Cooking and Entertaining Show - Washington DC

November 3 - 5 head to the Washington Convention Center for some kitchen oriented fun! From guest speakers, to interactive cooking lessons, beer/wine tasting to fun activities for the kids, The Metropolitan Cooking and Entertaining Show promises a great time to be had by all.

Headliners Bobby and Jamie Deen (sons of Paula Deen, and stars of the Food Network's hit Road Tasted,) will be appearing live on Saturday November 4 at 3:00PM and Sunday November 5 at 1:00PM. Other guest speakers include:

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• Karen Bussen, Author of Simple Stunning Weddings - Saturday 1:00-2:00 PM, 6:00-7:00 PM, Sunday 1:00-2:00 PM
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• Calvin Kraft, United States Personal Chef Association - Friday 6:00-7:00 PM
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• Robert Cavanaugh, VP The Washington Wine Academy - Friday 5:00-6:00 PM
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• Nate Auchter, Culinary Institute of America - Sunday 12:00-3:00 PM
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• David Keener, Corporate Chef, Ridgewells - Saturday 12:00-1:00 PM
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• Francois Dionot, Founder/Director L'Academie de Cuisine - Friday 6:00-7:00 PM
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• Suzanne McGrath, Managing Director, The Curious Grape - Sunday 2:00-3:00 PM
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Enjoy a fabulous 2 and half hour cooking lesson with Washington's leading chefs! Afterward, sit down and enjoy the meal you've prepared in an elegant setting. Cookware/Flatware will be provided. Wines courtesy of Château Ste. Michelle.
Advanced registration is required. Each session is limited to 100 attendees. Fee is $60/person per day (general admission tickets must be purchased as well.)

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• Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres, and Cocktails - Friday November 3, 6:00-8:30 PM. Taught by Chef Daniel Traster, Dean of Culinary Arts Stratford University and Chef Glenn Waldon, Executive Chef Stratford University.
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• Festive Fall Luncheon - Saturday November 4, 11:30-2:00 PM. Taught by Chef Jacques Haeringer, Executive Chef/Owner L'Auberge Chez Francois
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• Sunday Jazz Brunch - Sunday November 5, 11:30-2:00 PM. Taught by Chef Jonathan Krinn, Executive Chef/Owner 2941 Restaurant.
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Beer and Wine tastings will take place Friday November 3 from 6:00-8:00 PM, Saturday November 4 from 1:00-3:00 PM and 3:30-5:30 PM. Advanced registration is required, tasting fee is $20/person per session (general admission tickets must be purchased as well.)

Sponsored by Washington Parent, the kids' program includes hands-on cooking, table manners and etiquette. Little ones are sure to have a fun and educational experience.

Daily Events:

Friday November 3
Opening Happy Hour - Live entertainment provided by the Radio King Orchestra from 6:00-9:00 PM
Interactive Cooking Lesson - Hors d'Oeuvres with Chef Daniel Traster and Chef Glenn Waldon 6:00-8:30 PM
Wine Tasting - 6:00-8:00 PM
Beer Tasting - 6:00-8:00 PM
Cooking Stage Presentations - Presentations 4:00-7:00 PM
Using Bechamel for Simple and Delicious Appetizers 4:00-5:00
Beginnings and Endings: Easy, Elegant, Stress-Free Recipes for Entertaining 5:00-6:00
Trucs of the Trade: Fifty Tips In Fifty Minutes 6:00-7:00
Entertaining Stage Presentations - Presentations 5:00-7:00 PM
Wine...A Toast yo Your Health 5:00-6:00
The Wonderful World of Personal Chefs 6:00-7:00

Saturday November 4
Kid Stuff - Mealtime Manners 11:00-11:30, Hands-On Cooking (3-5) 12:00-12:45 PM, Hands-On Cooking (6-12) 1:00-2:30
Interactive Cooking Lesson - Festive Fall Luncheon with Chef Jacques Haeringer 11:30 AM-2:00 PM
Wine Tasting - 1:00-3:00 PM and 3:30-5:30 PM
Beer Tasting - 1:00-3:00 PM and 3:30-5:30 PM
Cooking Stage Presentations - Presentations 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Healthy Eating for Children 11:00-12:00
Holiday Cooking Demonstration 12:00-1:00
Bon Appetit Celebrates 50 years of Cooking and Entertaining 1:00-2:00
Road Tasted, The Food Network 3:00-4:00
American Contemporary Cuisine at The White house 4:00-6:00
Entertaining Stage Presentations - Presentations 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
How to Write a Cookbook 11:00-12:00
How-To's of Holiday Entertaining at Home 12:00-1:00
Holiday Winter Cocktail Demonstration 1:00-2:00
Flower Magic 101 2:00-3:00
Bubbliest Food Pairing for Your New Years Eve Soirée 4:00-5:00
A Guided Chocolate Tasting 5:00-6:00
Music and Entertaining: Creating Memorable Ambiance 6:00-7:00
Book Signing - The Bon Appetit Cookbook, meet Barbara Fairchild, editor-in-chief of Bon Appetit

Sunday November 5
Kid Stuff - Seasonal, Flavorful, and Fun Food For Kids, 12:00-3:00 PM
Interactive Cooking Lesson - Jazzy Sunday Brunch with Chef Jonathan Krinn, 11:30-2:00 PM
Cooking Stage Presentations - Presentations 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
How to Host a Crowd 11:00 - 12:00
Road Tasted 12:00-1:00
Southern Low Country Cuisine 1:00-2:00
Brie, Apples and Honey 2:00-3:00
Entertaining Stage Presentations - Presentations 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Special Delivery: Invitations 11:00-12:00
So What Do You Really Know About Chocolate? 12:00-1:00
Flower Magic 101 1:00-2:00
Men Are From Bordeaux, Women Are From Burgundy 2:00-3:00

General admission tickets purchased in advance are $20/adult, $10/children (6-12) and children 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online at www.metrocooking.com. Tickets purchased the day of the show will be $22.00.