Simple Techniques for Cooking Specialty Mushrooms

Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-04:00

Brooklyn Roots Collective | Brooklyn

Brooklyn Roots Collective
Publisher/HostBrooklyn Roots Collective
Simple Techniques for Cooking Specialty Mushrooms
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Curious how to cook crave-worthy mushrooms at home? Join NYC mushroom cultivator Louie Vassar Semanchik for a live cooking demo/tasting
About this Event

Curious how to cook some crave-worthy mushrooms at home? Join NYC mushroom cultivator Louie Vassar Semanchik for a live cooking demonstration focused on transforming specialty mushrooms into deeply flavorful, satisfying dishes using simple, repeatable techniques.


In this workshop, Louie will showcase approachable methods for preparing and cooking mushrooms such as oyster, lion’s mane, maitake, and king trumpet. You’ll learn how different cuts, prep styles, and sauté techniques dramatically change texture and flavor. Everyone likes a crispy mushroom!


Participants will watch Louie cook in real time, taste side-by-side comparisons of different techniques, and see how mushrooms can be intentionally incorporated into a complete dish with just a few supporting ingredients. Along the way, Louie will discuss the nutritional and functional benefits of mushrooms and why they are an important part of everyday cooking.


This is a demonstration and tasting rather than a hands-on class or full meal. The focus is on expanding how you think about mushrooms and giving you practical tools you can immediately apply in your own kitchen. 


The bar at Brooklyn Roots Collective will also be available for anyone to enjoy a drink during the workshop.


The demo will avoid all 8 major allergens. Please communicate any allergies with the event coordinators in advance.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Brooklyn Roots Collective, 100 Scott Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

Tickets

USD 30.43

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