Bold Flavor. No Rules. Featuring Marlen Wensel of Apricot Sun

Bold Flavor. No Rules.

A New Year’s Mediterranean Cooking Class

📅 January 10 | 3-5 PM

📍 Niemann Harvest Market

Start the new year with food that’s anything but boring! In this Mediterranean-inspired cooking class, you’ll learn simple techniques to create bold, flavorful meals that are approachable, weeknight-friendly, and full of vibrant ingredients.

What You’ll Learn & Taste:

• Elevated Appetizer: Whipped labneh with Charcuterie Board Sauce
• Main Dish: Roasted vegetable & protein bowl featuring balanced flavors, simple techniques, and weeknight-ready cooking
• Flavor Boosters:
  • Turn sauce into marinades & dressings
  • Use spices (sumac, herbs) to replace heavy sauces
  • Make vegetables crave-worthy
• Finish Fresh: Honey balls paired with soothing herbal tea
• 🥗 Gluten-free & vegan cooking ideas and tastings included!

Included with purchase:

• Your choice of 1 Apricot Sun Spice Blend or Charcuterie Board Sauce!

About the Chef:

Chef Marlen of Apricot Sun grew up in Amman, Jordan, in a family of food lovers. Her father, a true flavor-master, toasted and ground his own seasoning blends, while her mother transformed those flavors into unforgettable meals.

After moving to the United States, Marlen pursued formal training in food science, earning her Master’s degree in Food Science. She went on to work with Fortune 500 food companies including Nestlé, ConAgra, and Weston Foods, where she refined her expertise in flavor development and food innovation.

Eventually, Marlen took a leap of faith to start Apricot Sun, bringing together her heritage, science-driven approach, and love for bold, joyful cooking. This class brings that philosophy to life, bold, approachable food you’ll want to make again and again.