Tonight we thoroughly enjoyed the Tribute Show & A Neil Diamond Story, featuring Denny Svehla at…read moreChef Pam's Kitchen. For about $80, before tips, we were entertained by Denny S as he sang so many Neil Diamond songs. And if you were not looking, you could hear Neil singing in his wonderful voice. The music was presented between the incredible 4 courses, and allowed for conversations over the delicious dishes that were freshly prepared for us. Start with a nice variety of beverages (for purchase) with a bruschetta appetizer. Follow this by a light salad with fresh bread, and then to the entree of chicken breast with Prosciutto in a lemon sauce with mashed potatoes and sauteed carrots. Finish the meal with a light lemon cake with whipped cream, and not only was my appetite satisfied, but so was my appreciation for perfection in presentation. Chef Pam's Kitchen is a multi-use spot in downtown, serving special event dinners, cooking sessions, and offering locally prepared treats of all kinds. Local pastry chefs have access to the well-appointed bakery area. With all the food prep areas open to view, it is highly impressive to see the cleanliness and exceptional equipment in use. Our evening of entertainment and dining was wonderful. There are many more events planned here, and I recommend watching their offerings, especially if you like to have fun and great food!

Great venue offering cooking classes as well as pre-made and kit food options from local small,…read more independent vendors. The class we attended was a ravioli making class where we did the full recipe from start to finish. There were two lead chefs and an assistant helping to pass out small apps, distribute tools, and clean up. There is a bar area that if self serve and at the end you're asked to pay for what you consumed. It would be nice if prices were posted, but drinks are about what you'd pay at any local bar. Overall, subtracting the food included and what it would cost at a restaurant, the class was about $35-$40 for a three hour experience. Afterwards they emailed out the recipes for what was made. I'd definitely try another class there as it was a fun time and great for couples or larger groups.

We had a great time participating in a cooking class at the Glendale. WI store. Chef Ben was…read morepersonable, professional, and explained every detail of cooking prep, how to prepare the herbs and spices we used for the meal, and showed preferred techniques on making the meal.

Love their selection and friendly customer service. Prices can be a little steep but I've always…read moreloved everything I've purchased from here. I also like their selection of smaller utensils, which are perfect for camping. Today I got a set of mini tongs, a mini whisk, jar scraper, and a mini spatula.

We recently went here for the festive fare class and what an awesome and unique experience! The…read morefood was great and you got a wine paired as well included with the cost. The chef was extremely knowledgeable and made the night entertaining with stories and unique techniques.

I ordered 150 custom cookies from Edible Impressions for a work event and they did not disappoint…read more They came out beautifully (better than I expected) and made a great impression on our group. People kept commenting that they didn't want to eat them because they were so pretty - but they did and they were as delicious as they were beautiful! The young man who delivered the cookies was very polite and professional. I learned Edible Impressions ships throughout the US so I will be ordering again!

"Oh my gosh where did you get those!?"…read more Edible Impressions made me some absolutely adorable holiday cookies this season, and everyone wanted to know where to get their own! It was as simple as sending in a request form, paying a very fairly priced invoice, and setting a date to pick them up. I believe delivery is an option as well. They make custom design cookies for literally any occasion. Fundraiser? Birthday? Work party? They gotcha covered. I stalked all of their examples that I didn't even need just because they were so adorable and well done. Thanks to Annette for the custom (and delicious) treats, I'd definitely recommend!

This store has EVERYTHING, and it's both well-organized and well-displayed. Met the owner and she's…read morefriendly and helpful. This store is a true find and well worth a drive.

Relish Kitchen has quite a variety of items. I wasn't able greeted warmly when I entered and they…read morehad anything from pans to kitchen tools to food items. If you need anything this is the perfect spot they had a fairly large sourdough starter section that I was surprised to see because you don't see that everywhere. I would suggest stopping to get any kitchen needs and to see the store dog!

Cooking a meal with chef Rodney Schultz was one of the most fun and educational things that I…read moreexperienced while visiting Elkhart Lake. If you like to eat and want to learn more about how to cook well, then you need to take a class at the Osthoff Resort Cooking School. Just do it! First of all: How neat is it that there is a hotel in Elkhart Lake that offers cooking classes? It's super cool. Even better: the instructor, Chef Rodney, really knows his stuff. You will learn from an experienced cook who will teach you tips and tricks that you can take home and use in your own kitchen. The cooking class that I signed up for was an Italian cooking class, so we made chicken marsala with mushrooms, asparagus risotto, roasted zucchini, and strawberry cannoli. That's a lot of delicious food! Chef Rodney shepherded us through all of the steps, and kept us on task as we made our way through cooking up the menu. At the end, after almost two hours, we had a delicious meal that we shared among ourselves. I can honestly say that the chicken marsala that I made here at the cooking school was the best chicken dish that I have ever made. Chef Rodney is a delightful person, and I loved taking his cooking class. I could tell that he really loves food and teaching people to love food as much as he does. I left Chef Rodney's class with a belly full of delicious food (that I cooked!) and skills that will make me a better cook at home.

Chef John Bogan ain't new to this, he true to this. And by this, I mean cooking and teaching the…read moreart of cooking. He has been cooking professionally since the 1970s, and now he owns the Lake Geneva School of Cooking, and teaches hands-on classes for groups and corporate events. I visited with a group of nine people, and we all had a great time. Chef John and his assistants greeted us with a mimosa, and then explained what we'd be doing: help to create a three-course lunch for everyone. Our lunch consisted of a mushroom soup, a beet salad and a baked cinnamon apple topped with ice cream for dessert. Chef John is very much a believer in cooking with the seasons, so the menu will change depending on when you visit. He gets a lot of his produce from the local Lake Geneva farmers market, and other food items from local merchants. Our group split up and tackled one aspect of the meal. I was with the mushroom soup group, and for the most part, the soup was prepared, we just had to put the finishing touches on it and make some cheese croutons to go on top. I would have loved to do a little more of the prep work and cooking, to be honest. But not everyone in my group was as comfortable with cooking as I was. That's the thing with these classes, though: Whether you have a lot of experience with cooking or a little, the classes are informative and approachable, and focus on fun and food. The kitchen that we worked in was well equipped and clean, with lots of room to move around. The kitchen assistants were college kids who were culinary students, which was cool. After we prepared our meal, we all sat down and enjoyed it in the big dining room. Each course was paired with wine. And the best part: The food was delicious! Yay, us! And yay for Chef John, who conducted a wonderful class that ended with a fabulous meal.

Fabulous food, wine and fun!! My second time and it was so different yet just as enjoyable…read more Looking forward to trip #3

I simply adore macarons. Those little things are amazing. I have always wondered how to make them,…read moreand I happen to hear about Madame Macaron from a fellow macaron lover. I now understand how those little buggers are so expensive. They are a labor of love! Toren Engseth runs a fantastic class. She typically runs them out of The Box, an event space in downtown Milwaukee. Compared to other macaron-making classes I have looked at around town, hers was very reasonably priced. The quantity you make in the class was enough to last me for weeks! (but honestly, I could have eaten them all in a night...)

The woman I talked to on the phone was such a delight. She named the different macaroons and…read moreshipped within a day! My friend loved them. I can't wait for a different occasion to order from them again.

I gave this cookie making/decorating class to Ben, my eight year old grandson, as a birthday gift…read more Ben started out shy, but in no time, Chef Morgan had him fully engaged and gave him the confidence he needed to work through every step of the recipes. She was there when she needed to be, stepped back when she felt he "got it" and cheered him along throughout the morning. Ben couldn't wait to tell his twin brother and parents about his morning's activities and show off his cookies when he got back home! I highly recommend this class and I thank Chef Morgan for making the day a special one for Ben!

Chef Janet was amazing--friendly, knowledgeable, and an excellent teacher. We learned so much and…read moreate so well! Will definitely take other classes with her.

From The Heart is a cute little shop that welcomes you in. Located on the main thoroughfare, it is…read morea great stop while shopping or just browsing. The items at this shop are plentiful and adorable. So many cute things for yourself or as gifts. If you have a yard or garden, this is a must stop. We shopped for quite a while. The staff was quite nice. They were friendly and helpful. I can't wIt to return on my next visit.

Love this place!! I must admit, I am a fan of unusual holiday decor. The inventory of this place is…read morereally overwhelming - it's packed!! The two story house on the main drag in town is stuffed with gift items, folk art, decorations, candles and so many other fun things. Best words to describe their mix? Quirky. Fun. Eclectic. Count me in! Word of note: If you are claustrophobic, you might want to pass.