I was in a large group from Out of town on business…read more We went to the class to dinner tonight, Amazing time , fun great people awesome vibe

The class was exceptional! Learned to make a great chicken parm, pasta, and a ridiculously good…read moredessert. Excellent instructor, good pace, and very high quality ingredients and methods. Highly recommend.

Jennifer prepared a feast for our small family (16 people) wedding in Harpswell. It was a feat of…read moreculinary wizardry that, occupying a kitchen formerly unfamiliar to her, she cooked and presented a parade of dishes, each one innovative and exquisite. We had in our mix a variety of eaters, including gluten avoiders, vegetarians, and omnivores, and we all were full of food and of compliments. My daughter worked with Jennifer and chose the menu, so I can't name all the things, but there was something with salmon, potatoes, and asparagus that I'm happily eating the leftovers of, and some amazing quinoa with roasted veggies. Super good.

Butter & Kale catered my sister's wedding in Harpswell. We were over-the-top impressed. Each dish…read morewas better than the next, truly some of the best food I've had. Presented beautifully. And Jennifer was lovely and highly accommodating. Highly, highly recommend!

This was the first time my wife and I have returned to Messy Cookie since visiting for a Yelp Elite…read moreExperience. We learned from that just how friendly and inviting the owner Krystina is. She absolutely nails how a business owner should be. My wife spotted on their social media yesterday they would be having lavender shortbread cookies and knew we needed to go and get them. They actually sourced the lavender from a fellow local business Botanically Curious. Great to see local supporting local. The Messy Cookie is a great spot to grab some delicious cookies. Like mentioned the owner is so friendly and almost always has some samples for you to try. They host events including cookie decoration. Also while we did not have any since we had coffee before they had coffee by design coffee available to pair with your cookies. If you are looking for delicious and unique bakery cookies from a local business this is the place to check out. We loved the lavender cookie and enjoyed getting a lemon crinkle again too!

The Messy Cookie is great! Krystina (the owner), is very outgoing and is always ready to help…read morecustomers, explain their options, or offer a sample! Our absolute favorite cookies are the Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies. They are probably the perfect cookie. Definitely top tier of all the cookies I've ever tried. They're golden brown and the texture is gooey in the center, but crisp at the edges. I could taste the high quality ingredients in every bite, from the chocolate chips to the butter. It is clear that Krystina has made intentional decisions, clearly crafting balanced, rich recipes. I highly recommend checking this place out!

I just attended my first cooking class at Stone Turtle, and it was terrific. The set-up is…read moreexcellent. The class was only ten people and we were all seated around one large work table, so we were able to hear and see everything. The demonstration and hands-on parts of the class were both very well done. The food was delicious! We had plenty to eat during the day, and they sent us home with food. I can't wait to return for another class!

From the owner: Stone Turtle Baking and Cooking School is the premier wood-fired oven baking school in New England…read more We specialize in teaching bread making and wood-fired oven management. Additionally, we offer homeowner consultation for those homeowners anticipating building or installing a wood-fired oven. Our facility is also available for filming cooking and/or baking videos. We are also a licensed by the Maine Department of Agriculture as a Commercial Food Preparation Facility.

We had a great in home dinner for 8. The food and service…read morewas excellent! We plan on use Mangia again soon

From the owner: Mangia Kitchen Maine is a private chef company created by an experienced, passionate chef, Katie…read moreCellucci who strives to provide a warm atmosphere and a memorable dining experience. Experience Mangia Kitchen Maine for unforgettable dining moments with warmth and passion.

OMG! So fun! So yummy! So educational! We got to eat so many different kinds of pizza. And we left…read morewith tricks of the trade and recipes for home. Awesome!

From the owner: No vacation in Kennebunkport is complete without experiencing Jillyanna's Woodfired Cooking School…read more Enjoy our state-of-the-art kitchen inside and gorgeous wood fired oven outside as you prepare gourmet pizzas. We use ingredients fresh from our garden and local farms. We also offer private cooking classes featuring fabulous, rustic Italian food enhanced by the presence of a knowledgeable on-site sommelier. Join us and other Maine foodies for a fun, hands-on culinary retreat. Recipes are provided.

Chef Colleen has prepared many meals for our family. We appreciate her ability to suit many…read morepreferences. She shows care in her preparation and we love the diversity of her menus.

Colleen is not only an amazing chef, she literally bends over backward to make your catering…read moreexperience with her beyond compare!!! She knows how to create the perfect blend of flavors and every meal is unique! She far exceeded our expectations on every dish! And her brownies?? Oh my!!!!!! And did I mention she is about the sweetest person you could ever meet? Thank you Colleen!!

We got invited to Belgrade lakes by a college friend and he made dinner arrangements for the group…read morehere. We were absolutely blown away. The atmosphere, farm animals, cocktail hour-like intimate setting before dinner were unique and enjoyable. I think this is what really contributed to the experience. It is really unlike any other dining experience I've had. The farm is just breathtaking. And the views of the Maine mountains is perfect. Watching sunset was such a. Treat at this quiet little rural farm. The hosts/owners bob and Mary are impressive to say the least. We got to meet their dog along with cool farm animals while sipping on some cocktails. At 645 Mary called us to dinner. It was truly like being at a dinner party at a family friends. This was not your typical night out for dinner. The food was phenomenal and so high class and delicious. It's a weekly menu. Always changing. I can't express how special this place is. Thank you for such a great dinner.

Beautiful place, delicious food from start to finish, and the sunset.... the farm is beautiful, we…read moregot a drink and walked the grounds watched the sheep playing. Lovely spread of local cheese, crackers made there, smoked trout, sweet pea hummus. Allows everyone to mingle, explore and enjoy bar selections. Time to sit for dinner, well paced- each course was fantastic! Fresh sourdough bread, fresh salad, roasted baby potatoes, greenbeans and thus night monkfish with roasted pepper sauce or roasted sirloin- both great! Though full, excellent coffee/tea and molten chocolate cake with strawberry and cream. We left table to take in the most amazing sunset during dinner and drove home happy to have spent evening with the Burr's in Mercer!

Tara Bombardier was a wonderful contribution to the four+ day writing retreat I hosted, held in a…read morelarge, private home. I love how organized she was with everything, and how easy that made it on my end--the cooking/baking instructions were simple and spot on, and the labels were perfect for peeling off to put on the table in front of the served food. The food was delectable all the way around! Such a wonderful variety, and what a treat to have such scrumptious food each day. I especially appreciated that Tara used homemade and local items, and that she took such care with the presentation. One thing I hadn't anticipated was how Tara's presence would enrich the retreat! She brought a lively and positive energy into the room every time she arrived; a breath of fresh air each time. It was so easy to have here there, and such a treat for me to not have to think one bit about what she were up to--I trusted her to do whatever she needed to do to get food on our table, and that was pure joy for me. Biggest hits: orrechiette with pumpkin ragout and portobellos; flatbread trio; gingerbread dessert; roasted pear and brie crostini; bisque with grilled heirloom, mozzarella and basil sandwiches; quiche and frittata; burritos; roasted Brussels sprouts. Yum, yum, yum! My retreat participants were thrilled. Here's some of what they said: - Loved the food! The meals were tasty, healthy, and displayed with artistic professionalism. - The food was amazing! Tara the chef is awesome and it was wonderful to come away for a time and have your meals taken care of. I have a big family, with lots of noise and lots of craziness, and it was lovely to be able to enjoy meals and time with fellow writers in such a peaceful, relaxed environment. - The food was good, and I'm a picky eater who likes her meat and potatoes [we served vegetarian fare]. I felt healthier and better after eating meals. I was inspired to try them at home! Don't even bother to look further for a personal chef--you've found the best! Can't wait until our spring retreats to work with her again!

tara was wonderful! a perfectly prepared tasting brunch for our anniversary! she was quick to…read moresupply ideas & made adjustments to our tastes with enthusiasm. if you're looking for something special? she's got you covered!