In-Person Class: Solve the Summer Cooking Puzzle with Josh Mamaclay

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What’s on the Menu:
Burmese Tomato Salad
Italian Bucatini with Pecorino-Zucchini Pesto
Japanese Potato Salad
Mexican Sweet Corn Cake

Description:
Summer cooking is tricky. There’s bountiful produce to use, but nobody wants to spend long in the kitchen. Our favorite ingredients—tomatoes, zucchini, new potatoes, sweet corn, herbs—are delicious, but their moisture content introduces serious technical challenges for the fastidious cook. In this hands-on class with Josh Mamaclay, a cast member on several seasons of Milk Street TV and teacher since 2018, you’ll learn how Milk Street solves the problems of summer cooking. We eschew over-tired Caprese Salad in favor of a Burmese take that shows you why you should soak alliums in ice water and why toasted chickpea flour is the unsung hero of summer side dishes. You’ll make vast improvements to the quintessential summer weeknight dinner (you know the one we’re talking about: pasta with pathetic sautéed zucchini) by employing a little chemistry and the power of our favorite appliance. We wouldn’t wish sludgy, bland potato salad on our worst enemy’s picnic, so instead we’ll introduce you to the contrasting textures, bright color and rich, savory flavors of the Japanese-style potato salad that has become one of Milk Street’s ten most popular recipes. For dessert, you’ll enjoy a gently sweet Mexican sweet corn cake topped with crème fraîche and seasonal fruit. You’ll come away from this class with newfound inspiration for your next farmer’s market haul.

About Josh: About Josh: Josh Mamaclay has been fascinated by flavor since he first dove into the back of the pantry at 10 years old. His passion for food brought him to Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, where he earned his bachelor's degree in culinary arts and food service management. Since then, Josh has worked in pizza joints, fine dining restaurants and a chocolate factory. He has developed recipes for meal kit delivery brands like Purple Carrot and TB12 and served as the Marketing and Engagement Manager at Curio Spice Co. When he’s not busy cooking, you can find him painstakingly styling and photographing food, singing with his husband while strumming his ukulele, or leading intrepid adventurers through a fantasy-filled game of Dungeons & Dragons.
Our hands-on cooking classes are capped at 14 attendees. Students work in pairs of two at fully equipped stations. Each attendee requires their own ticket.

This class is vegetarian and can easily be adapted for gluten-free and nut-free diets. However, please note that Milk Street is not an allergen-free space; if your allergy is severe, please get in touch before registering to understand if this event is a good fit for you.

Thank you to the 2025 Annual Sponsors of the Cooking School who make our events possible:

• , whose Oleavia Extra-Virgin Olive Oils are made with olives that are harvested early, hand-picked and cold-pressed to ensure impeccable flavor. Use code MILK STREET to get 20% off your first order: https://www.coccinellastore.com/oleavia-evoo
• , which makes battery-equipped induction ranges that power premium cooking experiences and store renewable energy — without the need for complex, expensive electrical upgrades. Learn more: t.ly/cU1pO
• . With 80+ years of Japanese craftsmanship and heating innovation, they craft thoughtfully designed cast iron cookware that inspires chefs of all levels. Use code COOKLIGHT for 10% off their products at the Milk Street Store: t.ly/mu01T
• , which makes sharpening products that are fast, easy to use and work every time. Find their products on the Milk Street Store and use code SHARPSMART for 10% off: t.ly/SSsSz
• and . Together, Wulf’s and Savenor’s provide premium seafood and gourmet meat to chefs and home cooks across the country. Use code MILKSTREET for 20% off orders from Wulf’s (t.ly/REVSO) and Savenor’s (t.ly/CRwjA).
  

FAQs

Is this an in-person event?

Yes. This event will take place in person at our location at 177 Milk Street in Boston. Expect plenty of hands-on cooking - not just a demonstration! If you are looking for a livestream cooking class, you can find our upcoming virtual class calendar here.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Parking garages:

• Boston Harbor Garage (known as the Aquarium Garage)
• 75 State Street

Trains:

• Aquarium stop on the Blue Line
• State Street on Blue and Orange Line
• Government Center on the Blue and Green Lines
• Haymarket on the Orange and Green Lines, and multiple bus lines

Bus Lines:

• 4, 92, 93, 352, 354

The entrance to our school is directly across from 49 India Street. Our entrance doors have two bowties on them.

Is my registration ticket refundable?

No. We do not offer refunds for in-person registrations. However, your ticket is fully transferable to another person for this event on these dates. You are responsible for finding someone to use your ticket, arranging reimbursement, and for sending us the new attendee's full name, contact information, and any special dietary requests.

Is a meal included?

Yes. In addition to a snack midway through class, you will sit down to a full dinner, served family-style, at about 7:30 pm.

I have an allergy or dietary restriction. Can I still come?

We work hard to accommodate as many allergies and dietary needs as possible. You are welcome to write us at Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20= to get more detailed information on whether this event is a good fit for you.

Are children allowed?

Children 11-17 are allowed to participate if they attend and cook with an adult parent or guardian. The minor and the adult must each have a ticket to the class.

How many people does one ticket cover?

One ticket covers one attendee.

How early do I need to arrive?

You are welcome and encouraged to arrive up to 15 minutes before the event begins.

I'm an Insider. Do I get a discount to the in-person classes?

Yes! Insiders get 15% off their ticket. To access your discount, please send a message to Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20=.

This date doesn't work for me. Will this class be offered again soon?

We offer in-person events on a limited basis. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that this class will be offered again soon.

Where can I contact the organizer with further questions?

Write to us with any other questions at Y29va2luZ3NjaG9vbCB8IDE3N21pbGtzdHJlZXQgISBjb20=.

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