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.

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.

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.

We had a great experience. We made Chicken piccata, pasta and tiramisu…read more We had a lot fun and the food was great.

We hired Chef Michael to cook for us at a rental house in Maine for a birthday weekend dinner for…read more12 people. We had an amazing cheese and charcuterie board, chicken parmesan with pasta and caesar salad, and sole stuffed with shrimp and scallops (side of veggie rice pilaf and lemon asparagus). And for dessert we had one of the best coconut cream pies we've ever had! Everything was amazing! Chef Michael was accommodating with our budget and responsive during the planning process. He also worked with us to create vegan options for our vegan guests. He left everything spotless after dinner. I would highly recommend Chef Michael for any special event!

Chef Michael is awesome! We had a girls night cooking class, and Chef Michael made it so much fun…read morefor us. Planning was super easy, and Chef Michael was really prepared. The sweet and sour meatballs were amazing, and the berry and cream parfaits were fun to put together. I can't wait for Chef Michael to come cook for us again!!

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!

The food was not good! There was a pasta bar....the pasta was over cooked and mushy! The food came…read moreout cold and everything was tasteless. The table looked like a child set it up. The pie was gross!!! I would never recommend them!! There are a lot of incredible Chefs in Portland. The cook Amy is not in the same league.

We went to one of the farm to table dinners and Do not waste your money. It was my birthday dinner…read moreand was so disorganized, everybody was leaving plates of food cause it was inedible and it took forever. You eat family style which isnt my fave but in particular really isnt my fave if youre starving and running on a few 2oz shots of cider as there is no beer, wine, full pours of anything or even water? We sat at the end of the table and when the main entree (chicken) came out it was put in the middle so by the time it got to us we got about 2 bites of gristly thigh- and then the "chef" had the audacity to ask if we were full?! It was pretty clear that there was no edible chicken or pureed vegetables by the time it got down to us so when they cleared plates that didnt have food it should have gone without saying. We had to go home and order a pizza, mainly cause this took so long everything was closed. For the price point you could actually eat food you wanted almost anywhere else in Maine. I didnt feel comfortable complaining as it is generally not necessary in fine dining establishments and would have been rude in such a setting, particularly as we were sat next to a business associate of the chef. Such a disappointment.

Driving along a main road in search of our breakfast stop, we passed by Claudette's, not realizing…read morethat it was in her home. My mom and I were up for the weekend and we were intrigued by some pictures found online, so we decided to add a stop to our agenda. When we arrived, there were a few cars there, so we parked near them and a door that we assumed was the entrance. When we entered we were overwhelmed by the amount of products, followed by the amount of space that was dedicated to crafting. I wouldn't think that so much stuff could fit so neatly into one person's home. The first few aisles are lined with charms for necklaces, bracelets and other needs for crafting projects. There were rows of beads, gems, and other fun goodies. I found a bunch of wreath making supplies, a room of flowers and a room of ribbon...and some Christmas items. The owner is a super nice person and I can only assume that she was "the" Claudette, since I never did ask her name. My mother and I were just so excited speaking with her and checking out the craft samples that she and her family had made. This place is for the true crafter. One who isn't afraid to spend their time looking through thousands of items just to find that perfect piece. Though I'm sure if you ask, you will be told right where you will find what you're looking for. I did not see any scrapbook or junk journal type materials. Because the business is in the lower portion of a home, I would assume it is due to climate control. Did I mention that the prices are quite reasonable? I left with a full bag of so many fun things that I just can't wait to dive into. The store is closed on Sunday and Monday, so be sure to plan accordingly. Mom and I are already planning our next trip.

It is the best, She has a lot of crafts and is very reasonable prices!…read moreThere is a big assortment of ribbons, silk flowers, Christmas decorations and a lot more!!!!!