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Lobster Elevation
March 27, 2025

Lobster Elevation

Lobster Elevation: No Food Waste Series w/ Chef Carlos Nuno – Thur. Mar. 27 @ 6:30pm

Get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure led by the young and talented Chef Carlos Nuno, straight from the breathtaking Azores! This exclusive class is part of our “No Food Waste Series,” championing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal #12—Responsible Consumption and Production. Step into the kitchen and discover how to honor every part of the lobster, crafting exquisite dishes that waste nothing and leave your taste buds singing.

Chef Nuno invites you to roll up your sleeves and explore the endless possibilities of this luxurious ingredient. With his mastery of flavor and sustainable cooking practices, you’ll learn to turn every element of the lobster into culinary magic. This is your chance to create, taste, and enjoy like never before.

On the menu for this unforgettable session are recipes so delicious, you’ll want to recreate them at every opportunity:

Lobster Bisque—Rich, velvety, and packed with intense flavor, this bisque transforms shells into liquid gold. Learn how to coax every last drop of essence from this beautiful crustacean.
Lobster Croquettes—Golden and crispy on the outside, creamy and bursting with flavor on the inside. These bite-sized delights are pure perfection.
Lobster Tail with Shellfish Sauce—Master the art of cooking lobster tail to tender, juicy excellence and pair it with an indulgent shellfish sauce for a plate that’s as stunning as it is delicious.
Seafood Rice with Lobster—A Portuguese classic reimagined. Infused with lobster’s bold flavor, every bite of this dish is pure comfort and joy.
Portuguese Leite Creme—End the feast with a traditional dessert kissed by Portuguese tradition, where caramelized sugar meets a creamy, dreamy base.
This hands-on class isn’t just about cooking—it’s about discovery. You’ll explore the deep, rich flavors that make lobster one of the ocean’s most prized ingredients, all while learning sustainable techniques to use every part with purpose. With Chef Nuno’s expert guidance and passion for his craft, you’ll leave with new skills, unforgettable recipes, and a renewed love for creative cooking.

Come hungry, ready to cook, and excited to experience flavors that will inspire you long after the last bite. Chef Nuno’s Azorean roots and flair for inventive cuisine will transform the way you think about lobster—and about what’s possible in your kitchen. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the beauty of food, flavor, and sustainability.

Only 14 seats available.

The Silo Cooking School
4 Upland Road
New Milford CT 06776

Lobster Elevation: No Food Waste Series w/ Chef Carlos Nuno – Thur. Mar. 27 @ 6:30pm

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