The Loft Cooking School at Longo’s is the ideal place for food enthusiasts of all ages to explore their inner chef, have fun, and enjoy great food. We are happy to announce the introduction of Virtual Classes, live over Zoom, as part of the Loft Cooking School program. You will be guided by a trained chef who will answer any of your questions while you cook from your own kitchen!

PepsiCo Foods Canada
Cara Keating
President of PepsiCo Foods Canada
Cara Keating is the President of PepsiCo Foods Canada, leading the Canadian businesses of Frito-Lay North America and Quaker Foods North America.
A 15-year PepsiCo veteran, Cara began her PepsiCo career in the Western Canada market before moving to Toronto in 2010. In 2016 Cara was promoted to Vice President – Customer Development at PepsiCo Foods Canada, where she led the national sales team to deliver against our promise of providing world-class service to our customers and innovative programs to our consumers. Cara is a talented people leader and a passionate supporter of PepsiCo’s diversity and engagement agenda. Her efforts to champion and empower women have been recognized with the prestigious PepsiCo Global Harvey Russell award and externally with the 2017 Star Women in Grocery award from Canadian Grocer Magazine.

Virtual Class: Parent & Child: Rise Up!
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm (90 minutes)
We are bringing the fun of science into the kitchen! With your assistance, join Loft Coordinator Christie as she experiments with yeast and teaches your little one about baking soda and baking powder. In this class, we will be making Bubble Up Pizza Bake, Bread in a Bag and Baked Chocolate Donut Holes. Who knew learning could be so tasty? NOTE: Our Virtual Classes for kids involve cooking with kitchen equipment and tools. Supervision and assistance will be required to prevent injuries.

Virtual Class: Italian Canadian Classic Cooking
Saturday, March 1, 2021
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm (90 minutes)
Let’s celebrate the ultimate comfort food – Italian Canadian classics! Chef Alex Page will virtually show you how to create some iconic dishes. Your menu will include Chopped Salad with Homemade Italian Dressing, Chicken Cutlets with Peppers and Onions, and for dessert Cannoli! Buon Appetito!

Virtual Class: Citrilicious for Kids
Saturday, March 6, 2021
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm (90 minutes)
We are celebrating all things citrus at Longo’s with our annual Citrilicious event! With your assistance, join Loft Coordinator Christie as she shows your little chef how to add a taste of sunshine to your meal. We will be making Sweet-Tart Salad, Sticky Lemon Lime Chicken Wings and Cheery Clementine Chocolate Chip Muffins. Add some zest to your life with this fresh and tangy class!

Virtual Class: Singapore Street Food
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm (90 minutes)
Spend quality time with Chef Alicia and learn how some of the most popular Singaporean street food staples are made. Chicken Satay with a zingy almond butter and Singapore Noodles with lots of veggies are the star dishes that we will make. We'll finish the class with Singapore's signature street snack dessert, the Ice Cream Loti (an intriguing ice cream sandwich). Class cost: $20

Virtual Class: St.Patrick's Day Feast
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm (90 minutes)
Join us for our St. Patrick’s Day Irish-inspired feast with Chef Alicia. We’ll virtually jazz up Roasted Asparagus spears served with a vibrant Green Goddess Dip and enjoy a Colcannon Shepherd’s Pie. Colcannon is mashed potatoes with an Irish twist that’ll sure add intrigue. We’ll end with a velvety Chocolate Guinness Storm Float. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Class cost: $20

Virtual Class: St.Patrick's Day for Kids (Parent Supervision Required)
Saturday, March 20, 2021
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm (90 minutes)
Today we are all a little Irish and to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we are going to enjoy an Irish feast. With your assistance, join Loft Coordinator Christie as she virtually shows your little leprechaun how to make Beef Pot Pie, Easy Potato Pancakes, Classic Irish Cheese Toasties and for dessert, a Shamrock Shake. It will be a shamrockin’ fun time! Class cost: $15

Virtual Class: Family Dinner - It's All Greek!
Sunday, March 21, 2021
Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm (90 minutes)
We’re going Greek for this Sunday dinner! Join Loft Coordinator Christie as she virtually shows you and your family how to bring the flavours of the Danforth to your home. We’ll make Seasoned Pita Chips with Tzatziki Dip, Chicken Souvlaki Skewers, Greek Salad, Lemon Herb Potatoes and Baklava. This meal will make you want to scream, Opa!