There are plenty of ways to connect with Nielsen-Massey and find a little inspiration in the kitchen this fall. Whether you’re learning a new technique, trying a seasonal recipe, or simply looking for your next favorite dessert, we’d love for you to join us! Here are a few ways you can connect with us this season.
October 16, 2026 at approximately 12:35 p.m. CT
Tune in to WGN Chicago for a special lunchtime cooking segment featuring Chef Kriss Harvey! In this live, six-minute segment, Chef Kriss will put a Chicago-inspired spin on a fall favorite with his Walnut Maple Vanilla Tartlet featuring a deep-dish twist. It’s a delicious way to celebrate seasonal flavors and see how quality vanilla can bring warmth and depth to a creative recipe.
Ready to sharpen your skills in the kitchen? Join a hands-on cooking class at select Sur La Table locations featuring Carla Hall’s Lemon Meringue Cake. You’ll learn to make lemon-infused cake layers, silky lemon curd, and fluffy toasted meringue, with Nielsen-Massey vanilla adding another layer of flavor. Best of all, you’ll leave with your own finished 6-inch cake to share and enjoy!
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Prefer to cook from home? Join Homemade Cooking for a virtual class featuring festive Cranberry Cream Bars. This seasonal dessert combines bright cranberry curd, buttery shortbread, and toasted meringue for a beautiful balance of sweet and tart. Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Extract brings warmth to the shortbread crust, while Vanilla Bean Paste adds aromatic vanilla flavor and signature bean specks to the meringue. The class streams live on YouTube, so you can follow along, ask questions, and pick up new tips from your own kitchen.
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At Nielsen-Massey, we believe some of the best moments happen in the kitchen. Whether you’re watching a chef share a new creation, learning alongside fellow home cooks, or making something special for the people you love, we’re excited to be part of your culinary journey. We hope you’ll tune in, sign up, and find a little inspiration for your next kitchen adventure!
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