Meet Other People and Cook



What is Meet Other People and Cook (MOPAC)?
MOPAC is the hybrid cooking club for those looking to make new connections! Dive into a flavorful journey as you prepare delicious meals using cookbooks authored by food experts, chefs and mixologists.
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How does MOPAC work?
Members cook tasty meals at live online cooking events. Members then meet up IRL (in real life). IRL events are made possible through affinity groups.  

Community Events
Each month we hold two community events. "Saturyay!" is held the first Saturday of the month. "Sunday Snacks" are held the third Sunday of the month. Both events are led by food enthusiasts. We use cookbooks written by chefs and mixologists.

Affinity Groups
We form affinity groups based on the shared interests of our members. Members tell us what affinity group they want to be in. Affinity groups have 9 to 12 individuals which meet for one year. These groups are peer led. On a peer-led basis, affinity groups meet quarterly IRL (3x a year). Some of our affinity groups include 20's, 30s, 40+, men, women, mixed, and LGBTQIA.
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IRL events in the Chef's Club activities include
"Pool, Ping Pong and Popcorn" @ Ocean8
"Cake at The ClubHouse" @ The Lawn Club
"Axes, Archery and Apples" @GothamArchery


FYI's
- Members are responsible for purchasing their supplies for virtual events. We provide links to purchase ingredients and supplies with Fresh Direct, Amazon and Astor Wines should time to shop be a concern for members.

Logistics
- Monthly online affinity group events last between 45 and 60 minutes,
- IRL affinity group events last about 2 hours.



Last thing!
MOPAC provides experiences to enrich the lives of its participants. It is highly interactive. In order to make your experience memorable, we provide monthly suggestions and challenges for members to complete in their offline life. These challenges and suggestions are simple and are designed to create connection with others through food. Once paid dues are not refundable. Cancel at anytime.
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Contact us: thekitchenettenyc@gmail.com

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Heirloom Tomato & Blue Cheese Salad
As Ina Garten says, panzanella is great because you make it from whatever you have left over in your kitchen. This dish will get you eating all those ingredients you have waiting to be used! Recipe is on page 105 of Ina' Garten's "Go-to Dinners" cookbook. Buy the book here https://amzn.to/3wVD3aI. We wrap up by pairing the meal with the Cabernet Sauvignon wine of your choice. The recipe will be modified to serve one.
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Charles Mathison is self trained cook and founder of MOPAC. He began his began his cooking journey by experimenting with cuisines during the summers of the early 2000s. He continues his culinary discovery by looking for new recipes and ingredients and sharing them on the MOPAC platform. Charles, a native of New York City, has a day job a special educator.
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Jul 27, 2024
5:00 pm
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Roasted Shrimp Panzanella
As Ina Garten says, panzanella is great because you make it from whatever you have left over in your kitchen. This dish will get you eating all those ingredients you have waiting to be used! Recipe is on page 110 of Ina' Garten's "Go-to Dinners" cookbook. Buy the book here https://amzn.to/3wVD3aI. We wrap up by pairing the meal with the Sauvignon Blanc wine of your choice. The recipe will be modified to serve one.
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Charles
Mathison
Charles Mathison is self trained cook and founder of MOPAC. He began his began his cooking journey by experimenting with cuisines during the summers of the early 2000s. He continues his culinary discovery by looking for new recipes and ingredients and sharing them on the MOPAC platform. Charles, a native of New York City, has a day job a special educator.
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Aug 31, 2024
5:00 pm
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Cacio e Peppe Eggs - Breakfast for Dinner
Learn to make Ina Garten's Cacio e Pepe Scrambled Eggs! This easy, delicious meal is perfect for a quick, tasty and special meal! Recipe is on page 51 of Ina' Garten's "Go-to Dinners" cookbook. Buy the book here https://amzn.to/3wVD3aI. We wrap up by pairing the dish with the Pinot Grigio wine of your choice. The recipe will be modified to serve one.
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Charles
Mathison
Charles Mathison is self trained cook and founder of MOPAC. He began his began his cooking journey by experimenting with cuisines during the summers of the early 2000s. He continues his culinary discovery by looking for new recipes and ingredients and sharing them on the MOPAC platform. Charles, a native of New York City, has a day job a special educator.
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Sep 28, 2024
5:00 pm
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Greek Orzo Salad
The ingredients in this dish hit all the right notes. A great meal for early fall incorporating hearty orzo grains and spicy arugula leaves. A truly vegetarian salad that satisfies your appetite and your tastebuds. From Ina-Garten's book "go-to dinners" page 101. Buy the book here https://amzn.to/3wVD3aI. We wrap up by pairing the dish with your favorite Greek Assyrtiko wine. The minerality of Assyrtikos balance and enhance the bold flavors of the salad.
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Charles
Mathison
Charles Mathison is self trained cook and founder of MOPAC. He began his began his cooking journey by experimenting with cuisines during the summers of the early 2000s. He continues his culinary discovery by looking for new recipes and ingredients and sharing them on the MOPAC platform. Charles, a native of New York City, has a day job a special educator.
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Oct 19, 2024
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Ravioli en Brodo
This classic Italian chicken soup recipe offers its own unique spin on the classic comfort food. The fennel provides a mild sweet licorice flavor while the ravioli and broth do savory patrol. From Ina-Garten's book "go-to dinners" page 80. Buy the book here https://amzn.to/3wVD3aI. We wrap up by pairing the dish with your favorite Italian Prosecco wine to bring contrast to the warm Italian soup.
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Charles
Mathison
Charles Mathison is self trained cook and founder of MOPAC. He began his began his cooking journey by experimenting with cuisines during the summers of the early 2000s. He continues his culinary discovery by looking for new recipes and ingredients and sharing them on the MOPAC platform. Charles, a native of New York City, has a day job a special educator.
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Nov 9, 2024
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Biannual Social Dinner
Join MOPAC members for our biannual sit-down communal brunch meal for monthly dues paying members. The meal includes a cocktail or other drink, an appetizer to share with another participant and a main course. Look forward to great food, new and old faces and good times. Location/restaurant to be determined.
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Jan 18, 2025
12:00 pm
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