Cooking Classes
Our cooking classes with Chef Michael focus on classical techniques & full flavors. We specialize in custom created cooking classes, taking into account our clients’ desires. Class cost includes use of our kitchen, equipment, recipe booklet, personal cooking instruction & hands-on lesson by Chef Michael for classes up to 6 people. Classes in our kitchen are offered mornings, Sunday thru Thursday, dependent upon availability & season. One week notice is necessary to book. Clients may want to have a private class, or prefer to put together their own group.
Larger group instruction & private at home classes are available. Quotes are available upon request.
"Michael, you made our class so much fun and we both learned so much… being a vegetarian never tasted so good." -Montreal
Plan Your Own Group Cooking Class
3½ hour classes for 1-6 people start at $350 plus a per person cost for food.
Learn to make a 3-course meal led by Chef Michael. For the finale, dine on your creations together in the dining room.
1½ hour group classes for 1-6 people start at $150 plus a per person cost of food.
Learn to make one item in this class lead by Chef Michael, and enjoy your food in our casual kitchen atmosphere.
Group Demonstrations & Demonstration Luncheons are available
for groups up to 40 guests.
Prices vary, so please call Laura at the restaurant for further information.
Looking for entertainment at your next party at home?
Chef Michael will provide your food & teach you & your guests how to prepare it.
These are custom classes… from discovering how to prepare the perfect omelet at brunch, to learning how to properly prepare foie gras!
Imagination is your only limit!
Please inquire for pricing.
Michael’s on the Hill Sample Classes and Class Menus
Sample 1: A Taste of Vermont!
Prepare a 3-course lunch featuring fine Vermont ingredients with Chef Michael! Classes focus on classical techniques & full flavors. For the finale, dine on your creations with Chef Michael.
Menu
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Grafton Cheddar, Winding Brook Farm Bacon
and Spiced Crème Fraîche
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Skillet Free Range Chicken with Vermont Cider Sauce
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Maple Crème Brulée
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Coffee or Tea
This class is offered mornings, Sunday thru Thursday, running from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Reservation availability is dependent upon availability and season. For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
$350 for up to 6 people. Meal cost: $27 per person. Wine pairing cost (optional): $24 per person.
Sample 2: An Extravagant Lunch!
Prepare a memorable 3-course lunch with Chef Michael! Classes focus on classical techniques & full flavors. For the finale, dine on your creations & wonderful wine with Chef Michael.
Menu
Truffled Mushroom Gnocchi with Sautéed Mushrooms and Chive Emulsion
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Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
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Warm Callebaut Chocolate Gateau
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Coffee or Tea
This class is offered mornings, Sunday thru Thursday, running from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Reservation availability is dependent upon availability and season. For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
$350 for up to 6 people. Meal cost: $38 per person. Wine pairing cost (optional): $30 per person.
Sample 3: The Art of Gnocchi
Learn to make Gnocchi in a hands-on class lead by Chef Michael.
This class is offered mornings, Sunday thru Thursday, running from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Reservation availability is dependent upon availability and season. $150 for up to 6 people. Food cost: $12 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $8 per person.
Sample 4: Decadence
For the lover of desserts, prepare a 3-course meal of desserts with Chef Michael! For the finale,
dine on your creations with Chef Michael.
Menu
Maple Crème Brulee
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Sautéed Vermont Apple Shortcake with Cold Hollow Cider Reduction
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Warm Callebaut Chocolate Gateau
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Coffee or Tea
This class is offered mornings, Sunday thru Thursday. Reservation availability is dependent upon availability and season. For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
Time: 10am-1pm
Class Cost: $300 (for up to 6 people)
Food Cost: $21 per person
Wine Pairing Cost (optional): $25 per person
Sample 5: Hors d’oeuvres
Chef Michael will teach how to make simple and elegant hors d’oeuvres that will allow freedom through advanced preparation so you are able to both enjoy your party and impress your guests.
Class includes preparation of 4 different hors d’oeuvres. (other hors d’oeuvre options available)
Hors d’oeuvres:
Sample Menu
Smoked Salmon Roulade on Daikon
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Wild Mushroom Strudel with Balsamic Reduction
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Maine Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce
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Smoked Gouda Risotto Bites with Harissa Aioli
Time: 10am-12:30am
Class Cost: $250 (for up to 5 people)
Food Cost: $16 per person
Wine Selection Cost (optional): $15 per person
Sample 6: The Dinner Party
A gourmet dinner with friends is much more enjoyable if it is spent with friends, and not it the kitchen!
Michael guides you through a wonderful dinner party menu that will allow freedom in advanced preparation so you are able to both enjoy your party and impress your guests. For the finale, dine on your creations with Chef Michael.
Various menus options are available dependent upon clients desires.
Session includes:
Appetizer, Entrée, Dessert, Coffee or Tea
Time: 10am-1:30am
Class Cost: $350 (for up to 5 people)
Food Cost: Dependent upon Menu
Wine Selection Cost (optional): $30 per person
Multiple Class Bookings Subject to a 10% Discount on Booked Class Costs.