Magical Evening! This is one of Grand Haven's best kept secrets. Seven friends and I attended an…read more"Art in the Yard" outdoor dining event at Artisan. What a wonderful time. Artisan is a perfect venue for a special date night, friend's outing, or group event. Dinner is pre fixe and it features an unique nightly menu as planned by the talented Chef, Samantha Sherman. All items are farm to table & from scratch cooking. Our evening's menu included appetizer- lobster & corn salad dip, cherry chipolte salsa & homemade lime seasoned chips. We could have stopped there but the experience got even better! The main plate included marinated flank steak floating in a delicious pool of red pepper romesco sauce, warm potato salad with hot bacon dressing, summer corn in herb butter, and homemade herb rolls. I cleaned my plate! Service was impeccable, 4 servers attended to our every need, they were informative about the food & entertaining. To top off the dinner, desert was included. The desert was a piece of art in itself. Cream trifle with blueberry coulis and fresh strawberries. All food exceptional. We will be attending an event again soon. $$$

We just got back from a very enjoyable meal at the Artisan Cooking School's Dinner and a Chef…read moreevent. We were greeted by the friendly chefs Hillary and Howard who proceeded to make us a delicious three course meal. We all sat at a table built around the stove so we could watch as the food was being prepared. Chef Hillary explained how she was making things and answered questions about how we could make them at home. The food was very fresh and flavorful and beautifully presented. We started off with Lump Crab Cakes with a Rémoulade which were very creamy and tasted like fresh crab. My wife who is on a gluten free diet had an arugula salad with goat cheese, candied walnuts, prosciutto, and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing which was also very tasty. We then had a small spoonful of home made sorbet with aged balsamic vinegar as a palate cleanser. The main meal was Hickory Influenced Grilled Salmon on Creamy Roasted Garlic Grits, Grilled Peaches, Red Onions, Fire Roasted Poblano, Green Chili Gastrique, and Apple Smoked Bacon. All of the ingredients complimented each other perfectly and the sauce was the highlight that brought it all together. For dessert we had Crème Brulee with fresh raspberries which was so delicious! We were recently in France and enjoyed many great meals there, this one was up there with the best of them. We highly recommend going to Dinner and a Chef, it will surely be a fun time and a great meal which is worlds better than what you get at the typical chain restaurant.

I've taken bread and butter making class, depression era Apple pie class, and took part in a murder…read moremystery dinner. We've had great fun all occasions. The setting is quaint and the host is very knowledgeable. You can tell she loves what she does. The ambiance is casual and questions are encouraged. You get to take home your goodies and are given snacks if there is a wait...and the cost is extremely reasonable. If you have enough people, the host will put together whatever class, competition, or dinner you can dream up.

From the owner: At ‘Art of Cookery,’ we kindle culinary passions, nurture masterful chefs, and curate…read moreextraordinary, globally-inspired culinary adventures. We dream big, inspire culinary creativity, and blend tradition with innovation, setting the stage for a flavorful future. Welcome to ‘Art of Cookery,’ a culinary haven founded by Chef Valerie Hanson in 2009. Our kitchen is a place where culinary dreams come to life, offering a diverse array of classes, from mastering global cuisines and crafting pasta from scratch to honing essential skills like knife mastery and bread baking. Our journey began with a focus on safe food preservation and delicious pies and bread, and over the years, we’ve expanded to encompass a world of culinary experiences. In addition to our dynamic cooking classes, we hold a retail food license, allowing us to delight your taste buds with a rotating menu featuring exquisite entrees, charcuterie, pies, and convenient meal kits, available twice a month. But our culinary adventures don’t stop there—join us for our unique and thrilling ‘Delicious Demise’ murder mystery events, where Chef Valerie designs menus that tantalize both your palate and your sleuthing skills. At ‘Art of Cookery,’ you’re not just a student; you’re part of our flavorful family. Join Chef Valerie, assisted by her husband John, in a lively and welcoming environment filled with laughter and shared culinary passions. Come savor the art of cooking with us!

An creative reuse of an old bank building in town, Lulu Cadieux has a variety of different…read moreofferings under one roof. There's sections dedicated to cookbooks, kitchenware, home decor, a set up of some clothing and accessories, art pieces, gifts like candles and body care, all of which was beautifully curated. They also have a section for gourmet snacks like imported meats and cheeses, tinned fish, and a variety of snacks like cookies, candies, chips, etc. All perfect for putting together a picnic or nibbling on at cottage rental. Admittedly a lot of things I liked best here were out of my price range (what can I say, I have expensive taste!). I was particularly wowed by a gorgeous wood cake stand with cloche that definitely made my eyes water when I looked at the price tag. But I'll tell you what, if I had the money, it would have gone home with me. The section I saw it in was adjacent to a stunning chef's kitchen (I covet that stove) where they also hold cooking classes. I hope I can make one work sometime in the future. I'd love to take a pasta making class or paella, both of which are in their line up of offerings. Those seem to be priced at around $125 per person which I think is reasonable for a hands on class and a meal at the end. Oh, one of the clothing sections was located in the old bank vault, which was a cute touch and interesting use of the space!

Nice selection of vintage and contemporary styles. Want to do the cooking classes again n a future…read morevisit.

A year after Deborah C.'s review, her review is still accurate!…read more My friend and I went there on January 17th and there was a line. When it opened, the line remained stagnant for about 15 minutes due to it being the first time with a new crew. It was worth the wait! The pairings were awesome! I highly recommend checking it out!

Seriously good food. Student run. Front and back of the house. Make a reservation and give it a try!read more

2/25/20 This result came was on a search for 'Los Angeles sewing classes' and I noticed two things…read more First, these reviews are old and; 2) I went to the page and it looks like this instructor is in NYC/Brooklyn area. Please advise or update. Thanks!

I took Intro to Sewing with Christine at Urban Craft Center in Santa Monica and it was great!…read moreChristine is super sweet, patient and knowledgable. We made totes in her class, which was really easy to follow & I feel like I learned so much. She designed the class to really reinforce certain skills and gives a great overview of sewing. She is definitely a great lady & I will be taking a class from her in the future.