Classes
With authentic Irish and British Isles food made from scratch, we invite you to join us each month for our special Celtic Cooking and Baking classes. These classes are conducted by our in-house experts, Executive Chef, Jill Oman and Head Pastry Chef, Katie Michael. Let both of these talented women teach you the “ins and outs” to the art of Celtic Cooking as well as their own “special sauce” techniques and tricks.
Celtic Baking Classes
Learn the ins and outs of traditional Irish baking with the Red Stag Pub’s in-house bakers! The Red Stag Pub presents Celtic Baking Classes in the Great Room of the pub, focused on four different Irish or Scottish baked treats. These fun, demonstration based classes led by Katie Michael, McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub Pastry Chef, will give you all the basics for making your own scones, shortbread, brown bread, and millionaire bars!
Space is extremely limited for these classes, so make sure to sign up early. Feel free to take one or all of the classes — it’s your choice! Join us, and you’ll learn the history of each item, how to make it, and of course, sample and take home your luscious goodies. The cost for each class is $20.00.
Here’s what you’ll be making…
Scones
Scones are buttery and flaky with the texture of a biscuit, and typically topped with raw sugar or icing. The first known print reference to scones was in 1513 and they have been popular in England, Ireland, and Scotland ever since.
Shortbread
Shortbread originated in Scotland and due to its popularity made it throughout the United Kingdom. This recipe comes from Red Stag Pub owner, Neville Gardner’s family in Northern Ireland. Because his family was quite poor, they couldn’t afford to purchase many ingredients, which kept their recipes simple. What makes this cookie unique is the buttery and crumbly consistency.
Brown Bread
Brown bread is a traditional staple of Irish cuisine. The inspiration for the recipe is derived from our favorite place, Lifeforce Mill in Cavan, Ireland. Brown bread is whole meal soda bread made with organic flours sourced in the USA.
Millionaire Bars
Millionaire Bars are a shortbread biscuit base with creamy caramel, covered in dark and white chocolate. They gained the name Millionaire Bars because of their rich taste and texture. (Please note for this class Katie will make the caramel sauce, and instruction will be given on how to make it.) Millionaire Bars are a very popular item in Scotland. ..and a pub favorite!
First Tuesdays of the Month:
Celtic Cooking Classes
McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub invites you to join us for a Celtic Cooking Demonstration. Our guests will have the rare opportunity to watch our chef, Jill Oman, entertain and demo the finer techniques of Celtic cuisine and enjoy a two-course meal with suggested drink pairings. The menu is unique for each class so keep an eye out for menu highlights plus current and new dates!
Doors open at 6:30pm.
Ticket includes the two courses being demonstrated. Does not include beverages
Whiskey Tastings
Join us each month for an evening of fun and education as we sample a different whiskey, guided by our knowledgeable whiskey representatives and our very own in-house Whiskey Expert, Janet Vitalos.
All Tastings begin at 7PM, and last for approximately one hour.
$25 Admisson • Ages 21+ only, please
All Classes Calendar
May 2019
May Scone Baking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub
Want to know how to make those perfect scones? Join us for our May scone baking demo at McCarthy’s Pub to find out! Our Head baker Paige is ready to teach you all about the balance of sweet and savory, in mouthwatering scones; which are sure to impress your family members! Scones are buttery and flaky with the texture of a biscuit and typically topped with raw sugar or icing. The first known print reference to scones was in 1513 and they have…
Find out more »May Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag-Irish Pot Still
Join us for our May whiskey tasting at Red Stag–Irish Pot Still and an evening of fun and education as we sample the night away. You will be guided by our knowledgeable whiskey representatives and our very own in-house Whiskey Expert, Janet Vitalos. Single (or pure) pot still is the only style of whiskey that is exclusively made in Ireland. Where single malt is produced from 100% malted barley, pure pot still whiskey uses a mix of malted and unmalted barley. This mixed…
Find out more »May Cooking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub with Citrus Marinated Lamb Chop
This May we are diving into the feeling of Spring in our May cooking demo at McCarthy’s Pub with citrus marinated lamb chops topped with tart cherry compote and followed by Tiramisu for dessert. Our chef, Jill Oman, will wow you with tips and tricks on how to get that perfectly cooked lamb chop and showcase how pairing tender lamb with a tart cherry flavor will delight your senses. Cooking will begin at 6:30 sharp! Ticket price does not include tax,…
Find out more »June 2019
June Cooking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub with Dublin Coddle
Get ready to dine in style with Dublin Coddle and Irish cream fudge! You will learn all about this dish comprised of Irish sausage, bacon, onion, and potato as well as how to make it at home. Cooking will begin at 6:30 pm sharp! Ticket price does not include tax, tip, or alcohol.
Find out more »June Shortbread Cookie Baking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub
Shortbread cookies are a staple in any Celtic kitchen. Light and buttery, they illude some bakers, but not you. Join us for our June shortbread cookie baking demo at McCarthy’s Pub! Shortbread originated in Scotland and due to its popularity made it throughout the United Kingdom. This recipe comes from Red Stag Pub owner, Neville Gardner’s family in Northern Ireland. Because his family was quite poor, they couldn’t afford to purchase many ingredients, which kept their recipes simple. What makes this cookie unique is the buttery and…
Find out more »June Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag-Highland Scotches
Join us for our June Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag–Highland Scotches and an evening of fun and education as we sample the night away. You will be guided by our knowledgeable whiskey representatives and our very own in-house Whiskey Expert, Janet Vitalos. Highland single malts are single malt Scotch whiskeys made in the Highland region of Scotland. These whiskeys are produced on the islands around Scotland; except for Islay. Scotland’s largest whiskey region boasts a number of styles, from rich and textured to fragrantly floral. June Whiskey Tasting at…
Find out more »July 2019
July Cooking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub with Mom’s Chili and Corn Bread
Get ready to experience at hometown Chili just like mom used to make. Complete with homemade cornbread and maple butter served up with Strawberry pie for dessert. It doesn't get cozier than chili and pie, and just in time for your Fourth of July barbecues. Cooking will begin at 6:30 pm sharp! Ticket price does not include tax, tip, or alcohol.
Find out more »July Irish Cream Mousse Baking Demo at McCarthy’s Pub
Summer’s picking up and it’s time for you to learn how to make your new summer staple, mousse! Our July Irish cream mousse baking demo at McCarthy’s Pub is right around the corner. Spots are filling up fast! Mousse is a light and airy dessert. It’s meant to be enjoyed on warm days as a refreshing treat! Paired with Irish cream, you have a decadent dessert that you can’t say no to! We will be ready to start baking at 6:30. Guests…
Find out more »July Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag-Sherry Cask Whiskies
Join us for our July Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag–Sherry Cask Whiskies and an evening of fun and education as we sample the night away. You will be guided by our knowledgeable whiskey representatives and our very own in-house Whiskey Expert, Janet Vitalos. Sherry is sweet and spicy and brings a wonderful complexity to most Whiskies. Because of this, the influence of sherry casks on whiskey is usually evident from the first whiff. There are aromas of dried fruit, nuts, chocolate, and…
Find out more »August 2019
August Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag-Islay Scotches
Join us for our August Whiskey Tasting at Red Stag–Islay Scotches and an evening of fun and education as we sample the night away. You will be guided by our knowledgeable whiskey representatives and our very own in-house Whiskey Expert, Janet Vitalos. Islay has an association with peaty single malt whiskeys. It is unsurprising for the three powerhouse distilleries on its south coast, Ardbeg, Laphroaig, and Lagavulin, to produce some exceptional peaty single malt whiskeys. There are also some less peaty drams. Take Bunnahabhain, for instance,…
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