Cooking School

If a person enjoys eating chiles frequently, do they develop a tolerance and obtain a craving for heat?

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Yes, actually capsaicin, the heat producing substance uniquely found in chiles is definitely habit forming and the more chiles one eats, the more one desires and the hotter. And, hotter chiles are best as they contain more capsaicin which has many many curative properties and is very, very good for one.

Where does the "heat" reside in the chile pepper? Many claim it is ALL in the seeds. I have also heard that the capsaicinoids are stored in the membranes of the chile.

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Capsaicin is produced in the placenta, right under the stem of a chile. Once produced, it flows through the veins and is stored in the seeds. The hottest part of a chile is the top one inch as that is where the capsaicin is produced. There is no agreement on whether the veins or seeds are hotter.

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Jane Butel Cooking School
2655 Pan American NE, Ste F Albuquerque NM 87107
Office: 505-243-2622
TOLL FREE: 1-800-473-8226
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Weekend Classes 2008

If you can’t join us for a Week Long Class, consider a weekend getaway to the lovely village of Corrales, located along the Rio Grande on the outskirts of Albuquerque. The Weekend Classes begin with a get-acquainted reception at 5 p.m. on Friday evening.
You will jump right into the class beginning at 6 p.m. with hints and tips for the evening’s recipes. You will cook and enjoy a full dinner complete with Perfect Margaritas.

Weekend Class Menus

Saturday and Sunday sessions begin at 8:30 AM with a Southwestern continental breakfast, followed by Jane’s review of the history of the cuisine and major ingredients. A demonstration of the menu items for the day follows, along with hints and techniques for success. Typically, you will cook in groups of two or three. Jane and her staff will guide you through the recipes.

Each session concludes with a bountiful meal of the foods you have prepared accompanied with your choice of beverage including appropriate wines and beers. Saturday and Sunday sessions conclude by about 2 p.m.

To view the daily menus, click here.

Saturday afternoon and evening is free to explore the beauty and treasures of New Mexico. See above for information about our visitor’s bureaus.

PRICING
Our special full participation class features the Southwest's classic, as well as innovative dishes. We are rated by BON APPETIT magazine as one of the four best vacation cooking schools in the world. Class fee includes three individual classes, dinner on Friday, breakfast and lunch Saturday and Sunday, a get-acquainted reception, plus a cookbook, apron and a diploma to take home.
Deposit and Refund Policy: A deposit is required to reserve a space in the class. If a cancellation must be made, a $150 administrative fee will be deducted and every attempt will be made to reschedule. If the cancellation is not made 60 days ahead of time, the fee will be applied to future schools and cannot be refunded. In the event that Jane Butel's Cooking School must alter or cancel the class because of events beyond its control. the fees will be refunded.
Price: $1050.00

SCHEDULING A CLASS
To make a class reservation, call 800-473-8226 or 505-243-2622. A 50 percent deposit is required with your reservation to secure the date. The deposit is calculated using a conservative estimate of attendance. The balance is due 60 days prior to the event.

TRANSPORTATION
Groups must supply their own transportation.

CANCELLATION POLICY
If a cancellation must be made, 20 percent of the 50 percent deposit is nonrefundable. If the cancellation is made within 60 days of the event, no refund will be given. However, the deposit may be used to reschedule the class. Refunds will be processed within 30 days of the cancellation notice.

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