Hackett House

COOKING WITH TRACY DEMPSEY - Mediterranean Style
2020-04-14 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
DUE TO RESTRICTIONS PLACED DUE TO COVID-19, THE DINNER CLASS IS OFFICIALLY CANCELLED. THOSE REGISTERED WILL BE CONTACTED AND REFUNDED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE HACKETT HOUSE. WE PRAY FOR MORE PEACE-FILLED TIMES SOON! WE ALSO HOPE TO RESCHEDULE TRACY IN THE FALL!

The Hackett House is pleased to welcome Tracy Dempsey of Tracy Dempsey Originals to do a cooking class for us on the Hackett House Patio. Mediterranean Cuisine will be featured as Tracy demonstrates her culinary skills on
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2020 FROM 6-8:30 pm
Tracy has some extraordinary credentials that she brings to those able to take part in her classes. Please see the bio below of a very interesting lady.
While as comfortable trussing a chicken as she is decorating a cake, Tracy Dempsey’s passion is dessert. After a former career teaching French and ESL at several universities, Tracy decided to switch gears and delve into the alluring world of the culinary arts. Whisks, spatulas, and clogs soon replaced the ever-present red ink pen, office hours and classroom wardrobe. Tracy has had the on-going honor of working for some of the valley’s premier chefs. her early career found her working in some of the Valley’s best restaurants including Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn, Restaurant Hapa, Gregory’s World Bistro, Cowboy Ciao, Kazimierz, Sea Saw and Digestif. In 2009, Tracy decided to try her hand at her own business. Tracy Dempsey Originals was launched as a producer of wholesale packaged confections and baked goods. The signature sweet is the Original Bacon Pecan Brittle which was first produced in 2004 when Tracy was the pastry chef at Cowboy Ciao in Scottsdale. Since venturing on her own Tracy has found a niche as pastry chef to several Valley restaurants. She has focused on producing desserts and confections with a twist on familiar favorites Currently, TDO desserts may be found at Nook Arcadia, Nook Downtown, Uncle Sal’s, Anthem Golf Course & Country Club, Arizona Country Club, the Market by Jennifer’s Catering and AZ88. Look for TDO confections at FnB Restaurant, Changing Hands Bookstore, Sphinx Date Company Palm & Pantry, Garage-East, Roosevelt Row in Terminal 3 at Sky Harbor Airport and Callaghan Vineyards and Dos Cabezas Winery in Sonoita. An evolving menu of baked goods, confections and savory items may also be found in the TDO retail shop co-located with ODV wines (her husband’s wine project) at 1325 West University Drive in Tempe and open Thursday-Saturday from 10 a.m-3p.m (TH) and 10 a.m.-5p.m. (Friday and 10 a.m.-4p.m. (Saturday).
Tracy is a member of the Blue Watermelon Project, the Les Dames D’Escoffier International (LDEI), Guild Somm (she continues to study the magnificent world of wine) as well as a founding board member of the Joy Bus a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to provide meals to homebound cancer patients. Most days you will find Tracy working in her kitchen, teaching hands-on baking and cooking classes or greeting guests who visit her store front to pick up desserts, wines and other local specialty items.
MENU:
Mezze Platter: olives/pickled vege/roasted beet hummus/flatbread/eggplant relish/and more TBD
(served family style)
Lamb Kofta
Sonoran Wheat Berry Salad
Harissa roasted carrots/greens/labneh
Orange olive oil cake/citrus salad/lemon thyme ice cream
JOIN US AT THE HACKETT HOUSE!

HAYDEN'S FERRY DAYS - TEA AT THE HACKETT HOUSE
2020-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
SAVE THE DATE:
The 2020 Hayden’s Ferry Days at Hackett House will feature a tea party in the historic Friendship Rooms. Step back in time and enjoy a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time.
Hayden’s Ferry Days is a celebration of Tempe’s history, arts, and culture. The volunteers at Hackett House are proud to partner with the City of Tempe and be a part of the celebrations.
CHECK OUT THE DATES OF THE ACTIVITIES HAPPENING FOR 3 WEEKS IN MARCH.
TEA DATE: Sunday, March 15 – 1-3pm – $35
Tickets will be sold through the Hayden Ferry Days Site
You can also get tickets by calling the Tempe History Museum (480-350-5100) or going to the Museum (809 E Southern Ave, Tempe) to purchase.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Member of Tempe Sister Cities and Tempe History Society may secure $30 tickets by calling 480-350-5100 to order by credit card or stop in at Tempe History Museum, 809 E Southern Ave, Tempe.

Try Pizza - "Wood Fired" - in your Own Backyard!
2020-03-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
The members of the Hackett House are very pleased to welcome Tempe Sister City member, Dean Gambino, to do a “wood-fired” pizza cooking class for us.
Dean inherited his passion for cooking from his parents, Salvatore and Theresa. For a time, they owned a restaurant and catering business in Utica, New York, serving up Italian-American classics & regional favorites such as pasta Bolognese, sausage and peppers, Chicken Marsala, tomato pie, Utica greens, and chicken riggies. The kitchen was the center of gravity in the Gambino home and Sunday dinners were the highlight. Olive oil and red wine brought family and friends together for a meal that lasted hours.
Dean spent his high school and college years working at restaurants and for one of the largest Kosher caterers in upstate New York. It was then that he began to experiment in the kitchen, testing new recipes and techniques. Though Dean ultimately followed his true calling into medicine, he never gave up his passion for cooking. Some years ago, he became determined to create a wood-oven for pizza making– without a wood oven. Many burnt crusts and one wrecked kitchen oven later, he has come close to perfecting this technique on a grill.
He and his wife, Liz, have been active members of Tempe Sister Cities for over 15 years. Liz has served as country director for Trollhättan, Sweden, since its inception in 2008 and Dean served on the selection committee for eight years.
Dean has been a practicing Otolaryngologist in the East Valley for 31 years.
MENU:
Charcuterie Board
Several types of pizza – Margarita, Chicken with ricotta and homemade pesto, homemade fennel sausage

Caesar Salad – homemade dressing

Homemade (by Liz!) Cannoli
and as always – – our included wine bar.
(REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS AND THE CHINESE COOKING CLASS ON FEB. 3 AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT OF $10 PER PERSON.)

Valentine Tea
2020-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Wouldn’t you like to slow down the pace of modern life for a few hours? Attend the Valentine tea in one of the Hackett House historic Friendship Rooms and you’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. You will find tables adorned with fresh linens and beautiful centerpieces and be served delectable savories and sweets. $40 per person which includes a glass of sparkling wine. You can pre-order some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu. NOTE: While our Nutcracker Tea is geared toward the tastes of our younger guests, all other teas cater to the adult palate.

Tastes from the Jiangsu Province - Zhenjiang, China
2020-02-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Welcome Back Lianne Falk!
Lianne created Tastes of India last year at the Hackett House. This year, continuing the Chinese New Year celebration, Lianne brings us food originating from China where Tempe has a Sister City – Zhenjiang.
A little autobiography about Lianne:
My love affair with all-things-culinary started off at the tender age of 8. I felt like peanut brittle….so I dragged a step-stool into the kitchen….and started making it!
At age 12 I qualified for a full fledged Bakery Course, and was able to keep abreast with the adult students with aplomb.
Having lived and worked in 9 Countries (spread over 4 Continents: Asia, Africa, Europe and N America) helped me imbibe cultures and cuisines of a varied hue. My work experience with 3 international airlines was conducive to honing my culinary skills, although I am a Marketing specialist by design and degree.
If I can express myself in 5 languages…..the more apt description of my ability to express myself with food, can best be expressed in about 10 cuisines. The lure of Far East cuisines is addictive for the “thinking Chef” in me. I do have a thoroughly International background and mindset. Comparisons and Fusion is what I do best. My parents named me “Li”anne because of Mums love for Chinese food…..so with a ‘fusion name’….how could I stay away from fusion cuisine….

The main appeal of the culinary art is cooking for friends, and winning prizes was just an added bonus.
I love sharing tips, ideas and recipes.
Lianne’s Menu for the dinner:
Gyoza, fried wonton, steamed Shumai and a glass noodle salad.
Shrimp & mushroom fried rice
Ginger fried fish fillet
Chili aubergine
Dessert:
Litchi and almond pudding

Chinese New Year 2020 Celebration
2020-01-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Come to the Hackett House to enjoy a New Year – CHINESE NEW YEAR that is! The FAMILY event will feature: Authentic feel of the Chinese street hawker featuring fresh steamed dumplings from 7-8pm; traditional Asian food from Mekong restaurant, tiger dancers, lanterns, red envelope tradition and more! Come learn the traditions of our Sister City of Zhenjiang, China while celebrating with your family and fellow community members.
Pricing: $20 for adults; $10 for children 4-13; Free for 3 and under

Holiday Tea
2019-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Just before the holidays wouldn’t you like to slow down the pace of modern life for just a few hours? Attend this magical tea and you’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. Beautiful centerpieces, fresh linens, delicious savories and sweets will delight you. $40 per person includes a glass of sparkling wine. We can only host 75 guests at our holiday tea; reservations fill quickly. 50 guest can be seated inside our historic Friendship Rooms (the first 50 to register will be given that option) and 25 on our beautiful covered patio. Each room can hold a maximum of 15 so larger groups should request the patio if you wish to be seated together. NOTE: While our Nutcracker Tea is geared toward the palates of our younger guests, all other teas cater to the adult palate.
You can pre-order some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu.

Scone Cooking Class
2019-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Learn to make Hackett House’s Famous Scones
Cheryl Moritz and Lesa Mazzacavallo invite you to join them in the Hackett House Kitchen to learn tips for making delicate scones just in time for holiday baking. Not only will you learn to make Scones from the best teachers, you will be taking home the scones you make to savor later. Mmm good! While there are many scone recipes, there is an art to making them mouth-watering.
Cost is $50 per person and is limited to 8 guests.

Chef Iñaki Comes to Hackett
2019-11-19 18:00 - 20:30 | AZ
Chef Iñaki joins the Hackett House volunteers to prepare cuisine from the Spanish and Basque regions. Iñaki was born and raised in the Basque city of Irun, Spain and began his apprenticeship in kitchens in 1992 in Argi Eder, France. After graduating from Lycee Hotelier de Biarritz in 1996 with three degrees in the culinary arts, he moved to the United States to work at Hotel Durant in Berkeley, CA. He then moved to AZ and worked in multiple restaurants. Currently he and his wife operate Keto Kitchen Confections in Chandler.
We are looking forward to seeing what Iñaki will prepare for us in the Hackett House kitchen. (We’ve heard Tortilla Patata, Paella, and Crema de Catalana is on the menu – updated menu coming soon.)
JOIN US!
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2019
6-8:30 pm
Hackett House
95 W. 4th Street
Tempe, Az 85281

Nutcracker Tea
2019-11-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Hackett House will again be partnering with the Southwest Ballet Youth Company to present an unforgettable Nutcracker’s Tea with costumed dancers interacting with the children, crafts, and fun. Delicious sweets and savories will be served on the beautiful Hackett House covered patio. The food is designed to please the tastes of our younger guests. Costumes are encouraged. Tea is served from 1-3 pm. The cost is $35.00 per person. You can pre-order some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu.

WHIMSY SWEET AND SAVORY - Cookies for the Holidays
2019-11-16 09:00 - 2019-12-01 23:59 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Meet Jayleigh, age 12 and Zowie, age 11 as the Hackett House once again welcomes their local business, Whimsy Sweet and Savory, an online baking service. They introduced their cookies to us for Mother’s Day and they are selling their handmade cookies once again through the Hackett House and donating $5 per box back.
They will be baking a total of 20 boxes of special Holiday Cookies, available for pickup at the HH gift shop on Saturday, December 14. Each box comes with 6 hand decorated ornaments that taste as good as they look.
The Hackett House shop will be open from 11 am – 5 pm. As quantities are limited, orders must be paid for by December 1st.

A Holiday Affair
2019-11-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Get Ready for the Holidays!

On November 8th Hackett House has the epicurean delights you have been craving. For 17 years, Hackett House has ushered in the holiday season with our famous HAPPY HOUR! We have a buffet of tapas served 6:30-8:30pm. Your ticket price includes 1 wine, beer, or chocolate martini.
In addition to our delectable delights, there will be a live auction and silent auction, raffles and the entire shop and Friendship rooms are adorned with holiday shopping – both Christmas and gift items. Can you think of a better way to usher in holiday cheer?
This popular evening features:

Chocolate and other Sweets
Savory tapas buffet (6:30 – 8:30)
Cash bar including chocolate martinis (ticket price includes your first chocolate martini, wine or beer)
A fabulous live and silent auction
Raffle
Door prizes

Attend this amazing event for only $35.00 per person. which includes one wine, beer, or chocolate martini ($30.00 per person if registering before October 16). Reservations are required.
Join us on Friday, November 8, 2019 from 6:00-9:00 pm
And remember…this is a fundraiser….all proceeds go to support the educational programs supported and presented by the Hackett House.
So bring your gal-pals, make it a date night, or just sneak off alone….just JOIN THE FUN!! Register today!!

Four Peaks Oktoberfest
2019-10-11 17:00 - 2019-10-13 20:00 | Tempe Beach Park, 80 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
In 2019, Tempe Sister Cities marks the 47th anniversary of its Oktoberfest celebration in Tempe. Local & International Food, 25+ Varieties of Beer, Music, Dancing, Rides, Contests, Sports & More!
Visit Four Peaks Oktoberfest to get all the details!
Oktoberfest is an annual fundraiser with proceeds used to send Tempe high school students and educators to cities all around the world each year. Tempe Sister Cities is an internationally recognized non-profit, awarded multiple times for its promotion of multiculturalism.
Funds raised also help bring more than 32 high school students and teachers from international cities to Tempe for 5 weeks each year.
The 2019 Four Peaks Oktoberfest runs Oktober 11th, 12th and 13th!

INTERNATIONAL DINNER - BAVARIAN STYLE
2019-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Four Peaks Brewing Company, 1340 E. 8th Street, #104, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
PRE-OKTOBERFEST FUN!
THE INTERNATIONAL DINNER – A BAVARIAN THEMED DINNER PARTY
The Hackett House welcomes Chef Tom Rosenberger from our sister city of Regensburg, Germany returning for the third year in a row to create a gourmet 3-course Bavarian meal.
A twist on this year’s dinner:
1 – Chef Tom is partnering with the Chefs at Four Peaks Brewing Company to prepare the 3-course meal.
2 – Four Peaks will provide the cicerone (beer sommelier) to pair beer with each course (wine or soft drinks provided for non-beer drinkers)
3 – The date and A new unique setting:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2019
6-8 PM
The patio of Four Peaks 8th Street Brewery
1340 E. 8th St. #104
Tempe, Az 85281
Tickets for this amazing dinner will be $65 and include the beer pairings (wine or soft drinks may be substituted for beer pairings)

Winesday Wednesday/Rose All Day
2019-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Need a midweek break? We have just the thing.
Come to the second of a series of Winesday Wednesdays on May 15 to enjoy a blind wine tasting of a great selection of Rose wines on the rustic elegance of our patio.
As the weather heats up, lighter wines come into play. But how many realize the many Rose wines there are to choose from? You’ll get an opportunity to try several and decide if Rose is the wine for you. In addition there will be a selection of light appetizers to accompany your tasting, and a shopping experience in our gift shop (discounts available!) Choose your favorite wine and perhaps purchase a glass, sit back, and enjoy sipping with some noshing.
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
5:30-7:30 pm
$10
RSVP below by buying your ticket or by calling the
Hackett House 480-350-8181
$5-8 per glass after initial tasting.

Mother's Day Tea
2019-05-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Treat your mother, grandmother or yourself to an incredible Mother’s Day Tea. Held in one of Hackett House’s historic Friendship Rooms, you’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. $35 per person. Champagne and wine available for purchase. You can preorder some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per baker’s dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu.

Peruvian Cooking Class
2019-04-29 18:00 - 20:30 | AZ
The owners of El Chullo Restaurant, Esperanza Luzcando and her husband Jose Ramirez along with their children will greet us on the Hackett House Patio and feature food from the South American country of Peru – a country high in the Andes mountains. El Chullo opened in 2015 and is a central Phoenix staple for traditional Peruvian dishes like lomo saltado and arroz con pollo. The restaurant has become so popular they have outgrown their present space at 2605 N. Seventh St., Phoenix and will be opening another in March.
Come experience the culture and the food of the Andes!
Menu Coming Soon…..
We also offer a Barbecue Cooking Class and Indian Cooking, Purchase 3 and save!

WHIMSY SWEET AND SAVORY - Cookies for Mother's Day
2019-04-26 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Meet Jayleigh, age 11 and Zowie, almost age 10 as the Hackett House welcomes their new local business, Whimsy Sweet and Savory, an online baking service. They introduced themselves last fall when they helped to cook and demonstrate an Italian dinner to Hackett House guests. They were the hit of the evening, especially since they made homemade Butternut Squash raviolis and also helped make the evening’s dessert, Tiramisu Cheesecake.
They are selling their handmade cookies through the Hackett House and are donating 30% of the proceeds to the Hackett House. They will be baking a total of 15 boxes of special Mother’s Day Cookies, available for pickup at the HH gift shop on Saturday, May 11th, just in time for Mother’s Day. The Hackett House shop will be open from 11 am – 5 pm. As quantities are limited, orders must be paid for by April 26th.

Spring Tea
2019-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Wouldn’t you like to slow down the pace of modern life for a few hours? Sign up for a tea in one of Hackett House historic Friendship Rooms and you’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. $35 per person. Champagne and wine available for purchase. You can preorder some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per baker’s dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu.

Baklava Cooking Class
2019-04-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
A Taste of the Mediterranean – Learn to Make Baklava

35 years ago Kim Rosner began her instruction in the art of working with Phyllo dough and creating mouth watering Baklava. Under the tutelage of her mother-in-law, a woman of Eastern European Heritage, Kim has embraced the culinary arts. While a lawyer by education, Kim prefers to create in the kitchen and has taught an Eastern Mediterranean Cooking Class on the Hackett House patio as well as prepared an Irish dinner for the membership. Kim’s two daughters have participated in the student exchange program with Tempe Sister Cities – one going to Skopje, Macedonia and the other to Regensburg, Germany.
This special HANDS-ON class will take place on a Saturday morning. You will make a moist baklava infused with a hint of honey and lemon and the perfume of a secret ingredient.
The cost of the class will include:
*a 9 x 13 pan that will hold your Baklava,
*a pastry brush,
*the secret ingredient that will go in the sauce.
You will be taking your pan of Baklava to be baked at home.
Cost is $60 per person and is limited to 20 guests.

Aletheia String Quartet
2019-04-05 19:00 - 20:30 | AZ
The Aletheia String Quartet presents…A NIGHT AROUND THE WORLD…
The Aletheia Homestead Concert Series features both classical and modern selections. You will be taken on a musical plane ride around the world. Stick around after the concert to enjoy a reception and mingle with the musicians!
All Proceeds from Ticket Sales will benefit TEMPE SISTER CITIES. All proceeds will go toward the building of the International Center.
Keep checking our website for additional details…
To purchase the $10 tickets: go to the website for brownpapertickets

A Taste of India
2019-03-04 18:00 - 20:30 | AZ
Introducing: Lianne Falk:
My love affair with all-things-culinary started off at the tender age of 8. I felt like peanut brittle….so I dragged a step-stool into the kitchen….and started making it!
At age 12 I qualified for a full fledged Bakery Course, and was able to keep abreast with the adult students with aplomb.
Having lived and worked in 9 Countries (spread over 4 Continents: Asia, Africa, Europe and N America) helped me imbibe cultures and cuisines of a varied hue. My work experience with 3 international airlines was conducive to honing my culinary skills, although I am a Marketing specialist by design and degree.
If I can express myself in 5 languages…..the more apt description of my ability to express myself with food, can best be expressed in about 10 cuisines. The lure of Far East cuisines is addictive for the “thinking Chef” in me. I do have a thoroughly International background and mindset. Comparisons and Fusion is what I do best.
The main appeal of the culinary art is cooking for friends, and winning prizes was just an added bonus.
I love sharing tips, ideas and recipes.

MENU:
Starter: Bhel Puri along with Naan or Papadum
Main: Tandoori chicken cubes, Vegetable pilaf, Raita (yoghurt salad)
Dessert: Carrot Halwa
We also offer a Peruvian Dinner, and a Hands-On Baklava class.

FOUNDER'S DINNER (HAYDEN'S FERRY DAYS 2019) -Sponsored by Tempe Historical Society and Partners
2019-02-22 18:00 - 21:00 | AZ
Kick off the 2019 Hayden’s Ferry Days at Hackett House with a frontier-style dinner prepared at a covered wagon in Dutch Ovens. The award winning AZ Cattle Company family will served a delicious meal dressed in period clothing. You are welcome to dress in old West or pioneer style as well (but it’s not required). As you dig in, enjoy entertainment by Arizona State Historian Marshall Trimble and musician Dolan Ellis.
This delicious, fun and interesting evening is part of the Hayden’s Ferry Days celebration. Check out tempehistory.org for a full line up of events such as a free festival, tours of historic houses, afternoon teas and more.

Geography Bee
2019-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Tempe Council Chambers, 31 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
For over twenty years, Hackett House and the Tempe District Elementary Schools have collaborated to bring our community’s children the Tempe Sister Cities Geography Bee.
2019’s Geography Bee will be held on Wednesday, February 20th, 2019 from 9-11am at Tempe City Hall.
The winner of each school’s Geography Bee for grades four through eight competes for the chance to win the overall Tempe Sister City Geography Bee.
This event is open to the public: everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Details are available at Tempe Elementary School District or by calling Hackett House at 480-350-8181.

It's Barbecue Time!
2019-02-19 18:00 - 20:30 | AZ
Introducing Howard Steven to the Hackett House Patio. Howard is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, a culinary school located in New York state. Since the age of 14, Howard has worked in restaurants and hotels. He spent his early career traveling and working in various restaurants and hotels that caught his eye including five-star hotel The Greenbrier in West Virginia, and several locations in Park City and Deer Valley, Utah. Although not a working chef at the present time, Howard participates in local Barbecue competitions where he’s known for his brisket. Howard will teach us the best barbecue techniques and all the fixins’.
Menu:

*Pork Belly “Burnt Ends”
*Slow Smoked Pulled Pork
*Beef Brisket Cowboy Beans
*Jalapeno Cheese Grits
*Creamy Cole Slaw
*Bread Pudding w/Bourbon Sauce

We also offer a Peruvian Cooking Class and an Indian Cooking Class. Purchase all 3 at a discount!

Winesday Wednesday/Pinot Passion
2019-02-13 17:00 - 19:30 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Need a midweek break? We have just the thing.
Come to the first of our series of Winesday Wednesdays on February 13 to enjoy a blind wine tasting of a great selection of Pinot Noirs on the rustic elegance of our patio.
There will be a “hidden” wine tasting. Have fun and see if you can recognize the “fruit forward”, the acidity, the earthy flavor, or the flavor of blackberries without seeing the bottle or the brand. You’ll get a taste of 5 different Pinot Noirs, a selection of cheeses and appetizers to accompany your tasting, and a shopping experience in our gift shop (you can get Valentine’s Day ideas with us!) Choose your favorite wine and perhaps purchase a glass, sit back, and enjoy sipping with some noshing.
(Take advantage of our deeply reduced specials in the shop.)
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
5-7:30 pm
$10
RSVP below by buying your ticket or by calling the Hackett House 480-350-8181
$7 per glass after initial tasting.
If just shopping and looking, it’s FREE!

Valentine Tea
2019-02-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States

Young Artist Program
2019-01-23 19:00 - 20:30 | AZ
Each September, Sister Cities International Program chooses a theme for high-school aged artists to portray in their annual competition. The students compete within their home town, with each city choosing its own winner to be entered into the worldwide competition.
Please contact our Young Artist Director, Robin Sprague, for more information call 602-616-9297 or rd.sprague@yahoo.com.

Holiday Tea
2018-12-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackett House, 95 W 4th St, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Just before the holidays wouldn’t you like to slow down the pace of modern life for a few hours? Sign up for this magical tea in one of Hackett House historic Friendship Rooms and you’ll find yourself enjoying a wonderful ritual from a more tranquil time. $35 per person. Champagne and wine available for purchase. You can preorder some of our delicious scones to take home with you. Scones are $24.00 per baker’s dozen and $12.00 for a half dozen. Flavors vary per tea menu.

Italian Cooking Class
2018-12-03 18:00 - 20:30 | AZ
Join Kathy and Gale Andrews for an Italian celebration of food and wine. They will be joined by young friends Jayleigh and Zowie as they present the night’s dinner.
Menu
Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Ravioli
Browned Butter, Fresh Breadcrumb Topping
Osso Buco
Classic Milanese Italian Veal Shanks, Rich Wine-Vegetable Braising Sauce
Garnished with Gremolata of Fresh Parsley, Lemon Zest and Garlic
Served Over Milanese Risotto
Tiramisu Cheesecake
Light and Airy Classic Dessert
Vanilla Wafer Crust, Lady Fingers Dipped in Kahlua, Mascarpone Cheesecake
Kahlua Whipped Cream
We also offer a Spanish Cooking Class and Bavarian Dinner, purchase all 3 and save $15!
