Bites to Impress - A Troisième Cercle Culinary Experience
About the Event
Step into an evening of culinary creativity with a hands-on cooking class led by Chef Ashley Thornton, a Montreal-based private chef and culinary creative.
This intimate workshop is all about mastering festive hors d’oeuvres that blend local ingredients, elegant presentation, and holiday flair, the kind of bites that elevate every gathering. Between sips of wine and shared laughter, members will craft and taste refined canapés while enjoying abundant charcuterie and cheese boards served throughout the experience.
Who We Are
Troisième Cercle is a private social club for women who want deeper conversations, real connections, and thoughtfully curated experiences across the city where ambition meets authenticity.
The Experience Includes
• A hands-on culinary workshop focused on festive hors d’oeuvres
• Generous charcuterie and cheese boards with fresh focaccia served throughout the class
• A shared tasting of everything guests prepare
• Recipe cards to recreate each bite with confidence at home
What We’ll Learn to Make
• Tuna tartare
• Deviled eggs with caviar
• Beet tartelettes with whipped feta & microgreens
• Wild mushroom arancini with truffle
• Maple & miso chicken skewers with sesame & scallions
• Mini camembert toasts drizzled with honey & hazelnuts
About The Chef
With over 17 years of experience, Ashley Thornton had the opportunity to work in several branches of the food industry, locally and internationally. From hotels to restaurants, catering, consulting, recipe creation and several culinary competitions later, her creativity continues to shine through the projects she leads and menus she creates.
She likes to put an emphasis on local and sustainably sourced ingredients, maintain close relationships with local producers and encourage small businesses. Balance is everything, consistency is key.
No Shows / Cancellations
If you’re unable to attend, please let us know at least 48 hours in advance by emailing [email protected]. Cancellations before this deadline are eligible for a refund.