I recently took a sourdough class at Hobby Hill with Sharon and had such a great experience…read more The class was very beginner-friendly and the group size was perfect, about 8 people, which made it feel relaxed and not overwhelming. Sharon provided all the supplies, gave us starter to take home, and we made a loaf during class that we brought home to bake ourselves. What really stood out to me was how supportive she was even after the class. The next morning, Sharon texted to check on how our bread turned out and let us know we could reach out with any questions. That kind of follow-up made a huge difference and gave me the confidence to keep going. I also took the class by myself, and Sharon made the environment feel so welcoming and comfortable from the start. Since taking the class, I've been baking regularly, something I never thought I'd be able to say before! Highly recommend for anyone who's curious about sourdough but feels intimidated.

I stopped in here while visiting the area. What a treat. The staff were incredibly friendly and…read morehelpful. It was a Friday so I lucked into cream puffs and cinnamon buns!! I also ordered chicken salad sandwiches on their special pretzel bread. Everything looked so delicious!!! Can't wait to visit again!

I reached out to The Wooden Spoon after I decided to host a last-minute World Cup watch party and…read moreYvette immediately responded. She was incredibly accommodating and made the whole process seamless. We ordered the meat paella for 15 people, the portion size was unbelievably generous to start, and the flavor was absolutely out of this world. It truly tasted like a trip to Spain. We also ordered the tortilla Española, and it was exquisite! A few of my guests have traveled to Spain, and they kept saying the food took them right back to their travels. Everyone couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. I honestly can't wait to find another excuse to order from Yvette and The Wooden Spoon again! ------ Español ------ Decidí organizar una fiesta de último minuto para ver el Mundial y me puse en contacto con The Wooden Spoonm. Yvette me respondió casi de inmediato. Fue increíblemente amable! Ordenamos la paella de carne para 15 personas, y la porción fur supergeneros. El sabor estaba de otro mundo. Fue como saborear a España directamente. ¡También probamos la tortilla española que quedó exquisita! Algunos de los invitados han viajado a España y compartieron que la comida los transportó por completo a sus viajes. Ya estoy buscando excusa para volver a pedir de The Wooden Spoon e Yvette!

Booked Chef Yvette for a family reunion dinner of 30 people. Full up menu with multiple tapas,…read morepaella mixta, and dessert. Watching the massive pan of rice and seafood cooking was a fascinating. Everything was delicious. Standouts were the pulpo salad, gazpacho, and of course the paella. Chef Yvette also made a special dessert for my wife who has multiple food allergies (at no charge!). Big events can be challenging, but are so much easier when working with a true professional. Everything delivered as promised.

I recently met Chef Ausar AriAnkh at an event hosted by the Valentine Museum. The hor d'oeuvres…read morewere amazing and makes my mouth water just thinking about them. His staff, with their beautiful smiles, pleasant conversation, perfectly pressed uniforms, and professional demeaner, were impressive as well. I had planned to use another caterer for my daughter's 35th birthday party this coming April, but today I left a message with Chef Ausar to see if Kitchen Magician Catering can do the party instead. I hope they have the date still open, but I know I'll have other events I will ask for Chef Ausar's majic. One item I know I'm going to ask for is the mac & cheese balls I read about in one of his reviews. That's my daughter's favorite!

I scheduled a company event here last night and it was fabulous. The Chef was so easy to work with…read moreand designed a special menu for us. The food was fabulous, the jerk chicken kabobs and Mac and Cheese balls were highlights. Beautifully presented and everyone gave rave reviews. The location (an old firehouse) was very clean and fun. The staff including the bartender were very professional, friendly and at the top of their game!. I highly recommend this facility for a date, family dinner or company event such we had. Thank you Chef Ausar for a wonderful event.

They were amazing with my 4 kids! Very thorough on their instructions and very patient. The ice…read morecream was amazing and such a awesome Experience

I had such a fun time! I went with a friend and we got to make our own pint of ice cream. Heads…read moreup, when I booked it, it said 2-6pm, but our actual timeslot was just 5-6om; definitely only an hour, not four (thankfully!). They should probably fix how the times show up so no one else gets confused. When you get there, you pick your flavors and mix-ins, grab an apron, wash your hands, and the instructor helps you get everything ready. Once your ice cream is mixed, it goes in the freezer, and while you wait, you get a four-scoop flight of their signature ice cream and a complimentary glass of wine if you're of age. Super cute little outing. The only thing I'd change is I wish the tasting came first. I had already made my ice cream when I tried the flight, and I would've liked to tweak my flavors after tasting. Nevertheless though, it was really fun and I'd totally do it again!

We received a groupon from our children I have been calling for 8 days now and left a message every…read moreday with my name and number I will continue to call. I have yet to hear from them I will keep you posted.

We purchased a coupon via livingsocial for a cooking class for four people. Two chefs (Chefs…read moreRommell and Reese) appeared at our door at the time requested and prepared a delicious meal of African Salad (oh, so delicious!), ribeye steak with brandy sauce (the sauce was the bomb), the best green beans I've had, and I've forgotten the name of this dish but its similar to apple pie without the crust. The chefs were gracious, entertaining, and charming. They were happy to instruct us on how to prepare the dishes (and let us sample while cooking). A fabulous experience! I will hire them again!

Valentine's Day price fixed menu was amazing! We loved every single course! Our meal was so good I…read morekinda forgot i didn't love where we were sitting ( bar top by the door) Cream of celery root and potato soup Ginger garlic shrimp and green curry grits Dijon crusted salmon Beef short ribs Apple pie pot de crème Almond and chocolate tart

Decided to visit for the first time on a Saturday evening and it was such a pleasant experience. To…read morestart, we opted for the Salmon Tartare, so good and the flavors all melded so well together. If you like tartare, you'll love this, it does have a little kick. I was torn between the soft shell crab entree and the rock fish but opted for the rockfish. The fish was cooked perfectly and the lobster cream was a nice addition to the dish. Overall, worth the price for the quality, customer service and atmosphere!

Super great experience! We did the cooking class for a family outing while the kids were in town…read morefor the holiday season. We had a really great time while learning cooking skills together, and with an amazing meal at the end. Chef Antwon and Chef Nikki were great hosts, instructional and entertaining. Highly recommend their group cooking class! As an aside, we are now thinking about taking our employees for a company team building experience now that we know that they also offer that service.

Antwon is a great host! He was able to walk us through two dishes. He was able to explain…read morespecific knife cuts and provide tips and tricks to help us in the kitchen. We made a warm green bean appetizer and a Spanish Paella. Who knew that Paella is the dish it's cooked in... Not me. He was able to pace his cooking to meet the our needs. We are obviously not as skilled in the kitchen. Thankfully he sends a materials list and recipe earlier in the week. He also sends a video of the session the next day. It is a great reminder for when you cook the dishes again. The virtual class is a great idea during the current times. We had a great time as if we were right there. Conversation was easy and fluid. I was amazed at the things Antwon does in the community. He is a great ambassador for the community.

Dorothy is an amazing chef and taught us how to many Flan and a super yummy bread. She is a very…read moreunderstanding teacher and is great at explaining everything. I am a beginner at cooking these types of things and everything turned out delicious with her help!

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Exceptional quality! Chef LaLa & Chef Ya Ya provide not only great tasting food, but a wonderful…read moreexperience! I would highly recommend this company for parties, events, whatever your needs are, you can have faith they will provide the best food & service! The stuffed salmon is absolutely amazing! Professional and really care about providing the best experience! It's so rare & nice to find catering that goes the extra mile like they do!

From the owner: Rouge Canopy Catering is a premium Catering, Meal Prep and Mobile Restaurant that has been proudly…read moreserving the Richmond, VA area and beyond since 2019. Our mission has always been the same, to provide delicious food, using high-quality ingredients for everyone. We are deeply rooted in service. Seven percent of proceeds goes to our Feed The Homeless Fridays event on the last Friday of each month.

I needed a frame for a local breweries-styled print I received on Christmas (it was from local…read moremerchant Twig in Lakeside), so I brought the print with me and headed into Michael's. After testing it with several frames, I opted for a fairly priced classic brown and black frame. It had two hooks in the back, so I checked the picture-frame hardware aisle for other options. Command Strips were one, but after speaking with one of the ladies in the custom frame department, she recommended some of the metal twine. She had some extra, so she cut off a piece for me and threaded it through. Definitely above and beyond! It's been hanging right next to my front door ever since, and people comment on it when they walk in. It's actually my only framed hanging print in my apartment -- all others are canvas prints.

Michaels has every craft and art item that I have ever needed. It's the best countrywide art store…read morethat I have ever seen. GO TO MICHAELS