Personal Chef Laurel Robertson

Are you looking for something new and exciting? These cooking events might be just what you've been searching for. Together we can hone those culinary skills or just get together with some friends and/or family and have some fun.

Dinner’s On – A Culinary Experience has partnered with Silver Spring, of Eau Claire, WI. Silver Spring Gardens, Inc. is the world's largest grower and processor of horseradish. A family business for more than 80 years, Silver Spring takes great pride in the quality horseradish they grow and the products they produce for retail, foodservice, private label, and industrial markets. In addition to horseradish and horseradish sauces, Silver Spring markets a variety of specialty mustards and has recently been rated one of America's fastest growing brands in the specialty mustard category.

EACH CLASS is designed to help our guests achieve the desired results in their own kitchen. Each guest will participate in preparing a menu item or two in a team atmosphere. At the end of each class, we will enjoy a wonderful buffet and discuss all of our creations. You will leave with new skills and recipes in hand to try for others at home. Class size is limited so please register early to ensure a space!

GROUP CLASSES start with a minimum of 8 students. Fees start at $55.00 per person, depending on the type of class and menu chosen. Classes can and will be designed to suit your needs within reason. The cost of groceries, recipes and clean up is included. Most classes last about 2 ½ hours. OVER 40 CLASSES TO CHOOSE FROM…See listing below. Secure your class date today to ensure availability!

GIFT CERTIFICATES! Don't Forget Your Family, Friends and Co-workers. Do you know someone who is celebrating an anniversary, wedding, bridal shower, birthday, or other special day? Wondering what to get that person who has everything? We've got just what you need for all your special gift-giving occasions. A gift certificate will be prepared for you to present to that special person. We'll make it the best gift yet!

DIRECTIONS TO CLASSES:
Classes held at Huntsinger’s Red Brick Farmhouse (The original Silver Spring/Huntsinger Farm).

Located at:
W2394 State Road 37, Eau Claire, WI ... (just off I-94 on Hwy 37, it is on your right, just before County Road B…look for the Red Brick Farmhouse).


REGISTRATION:
To inquire about availability please e-mail me at cheflaurel4@aol.com

DO NOT JUST SEND IN YOUR PAYMENT. Please include your name, a phone number, an e-mail address, and which class you're registering for so that I can contact you with confirmation. I will reserve a spot for you but only your payment in full will secure that space in class.


Please make your check payable to: LAUREL ROBERTSON and contact me for my mailing address.

YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED FOR YOUR CLASS UNTIL YOUR FEE IS PAID.

Cancellation Policy Cancellations must be made in writing (via e-mail) seven or more days before all classes to receive full credit. This credit may be applied to another class, not refunded. No credit will be issued for no-shows.


Each class is an individual class repeated on different dates …classes are not a series.

Current Class Schedule:

CLASSES ARE NOW LIMITED TO 10 GUESTS PER CLASS UNLESS BOOKING A PRIVATE GROUP CLASS!

SEASONAL PRODUCE: Fabulous Fall Fare
You’ve just returned home from the farmer’s market with a cache of amazing fare...’What do I do with all this wonderful produce?’ you ask. Join us for a fun and fabulous culinary tour of what still remains at the farmer’s market and in the roadside stand come harvest time. We will discuss and prepare a wide variety of produce that will take us well into autumn and winter. These delicious dishes will quickly become your new favorites.
We’ll immediately reap the reward as we prepare many fantastic recipes and sample our way though an amazing buffet. Don’t miss this class. The menu will be chock full of freshness featuring a variety of squash, fennel, Brussels spouts, cauliflower, cabbage, cranberries, apples, cherries, and on and on.
  • Sept 13 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00

    AUTUMN VEGETARIAN
    Are you following a vegetarian (or a flexitarian) eating style? Are you looking to learn a little more about it? You’re not alone. Many individuals and families are looking for fun, simple, yet delicious dishes to prepare in home for themselves or for guests that may be incorporating a vegetarian lifestyle. Join us to learn about ways to turn the heartiest “meat-eating” meal in to fine vegetarian fare!
  • Sept 15 (TH) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Sept 20 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Sept 27 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00

    SAUCES II
    If you couldn’t make the first sauces class … or if you did, and LOVED it...don’t miss this one ! Sauces are used to dress, compliment, enhance, and bring out the flavor of the food it is served with. We’ll revisit some of our basic techniques and dive into a whole new world of sensational sauces to make your dishes their very best.
  • Oct 13 (TH) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Oct 18 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00

    CAN YOU FONDUE ?
    Join us to learn great tips and tricks on how to enjoy fondue — using cheese, chocolate, and oil (for meat fondue)! Learn how to prepare the perfect fondue for the holidays, or anytime. In this class you’ll learn the art of making the perfect fondue to enjoy with family and friends. Bring back the days of the “fondue party” while you create many “fond-ue” memories.
  • Oct 25 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Oct 27 (TH) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00

    WINTER ONE-POT WONDERS
    Is your busy schedule keeping you out of the kitchen and eating on the run? Join us to create several healthy and cost effective recipes to feed yourself, your family, or a crowd! Learn how to keep your meals “simple yet fantastic”…and within your budget.
  • Nov 10 (TH) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Nov 15 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00

    HOLIDAY APPETIZERS & SWEET TREATS
    During this special time of year entertaining is often at the top of the list. Don’t get stuck in a rut with the same old holiday recipes. Join us this season to prepare amazing savory appetizers and sumptuous sweet treats that will bring a fresh look to your menu….simple items, some which can be done in advance, to make your event spectacular.
  • Dec 6 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Dec 13 (T) 6:00-8:30pm
  • Dec 15 (TH) 6:00-8:30pm
  • If interested in this class topic…we can schedule your own group class on a different date.
  • Class Cost/Person: $55.00




    Watch for upcoming events as we invite local experts to join us and demonstrate their talents! Classes can be customized for your event. Just call me with the date!

    Cooking Classes To Entertain You:

    • Ladies Night Out
    • Couples Night Out
    • Red – Hat Socials
    • Book Clubs
    • Birthday Parties
    • Business Team Building Events
    • Wedding or Baby Showers
    • Fundraising - Auction off a class!
    • Gift Certificates: For holidays & celebrations; Birthday, Anniversary, Mother/Father's Day, new home, new baby
    • Learn "healthy" cooking techniques
    SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE GROUP CLASS ANYTIME...
    OVER 40 CLASSES TO CHOOSE FROM:
    • Cooking w/Fresh Herbs
    • Jamaica Me Hungry
    • Tailgating Time
    • Soups and Stews
    • Awesome Appetizers
    • Holiday Brunch
    • Top 20 Power Foods for Men and Women
      w/ Special Guest: Kim Landry-Ayres
    • Lickety Split Suppers
    • Cozy Winter’s Evening
    • Spring Into Entertaining
    • The 3 P’s: Picnics, Potlucks, & Parties
    • Meats 101: Great Grilling
      w/ Duane “Lefty Larsen”
    • Meats 102: To Roast of Not to Roast
      w/ Duane “Lefty Larsen”
    • A Purposeful Pantry
    • Sensational Sushi
      w/Special Guest: Henry Chan
    • Game-time Get-Together
    • Holiday Hors D’oeuvres
    • Fitness Foods & Muscle Menus
      w/Special Guest: Kim Landry-Ayres
    • Casserole Revival
    • The Vegetarian Culinarian
      w/Special Guest: Kim Landry-Ayres
    • Appetizers: Nibbles and Bites
    • Salads: The Main Event
    • Southwestern Sizzle and Sass
    • Farmer's Market Fresh
    • Sensational Soups
    • Italian Meals Made Simple
    • Deck The Halls And The Table
    • Bountiful Breads
      w/Special Guest Susan Turgeson
    • Pastries With Pizzazz
      w/Special Guest: Sandi Meinsen
    • Exploring the World of Whole Grains
    • Springtime Tapas
    • Grilling Greats
      w/Special Guest: Mike Walsh
    • Magnificent Mediterranean Fare
    • The Art of Japanese Cooking
      w/Special Guest: Shuichi Sasaki
    • Pizza Party
    • Savory Breads
      w/Special Guest Susan Turgeson
    • Amazing Appetizers: Entertain In Style
    • Crazy About Cookies
      w/Special Guest: Sandi Miensen-Basley
    • Positively Powerful Super Foods
    • Sauces, Dressings & Marinades
    • Spring Break - Travel the World
    • Festive Spring Brunches
    • Grand Garnishes – Eat w/Your Eyes First


    FOOD & WINE PAIRING CLASSES (10 different classes) With Nicki Peterson of Trade River Winery: Nicki takes you through the world of wines while I prepare and serve a 4-5 course gourmet meal!

    OR…LETS WORK TOGETHER TO DESIGN A CLASS JUST FOR YOUR GROUP!

    Each class is an individual class repeated on different dates …classes are NOT a “series”.

    Check out what our guests are saying …

    "Chef Laurel's cooking class was one of the most enjoyable evenings I've had in a long time. Good atmosphere, great food, and top-notch instruction that I took home to my kitchen and really used! Next time I'll be bringing my wife!" -Todd Wekkin

    "The class was very informative and fun! It was amazing to watch a group of strangers become friends through cooking. Laurel made everyone feel at ease.  I definitely recommend the experience." - Kim Peterson

    "I loved the whole night because I went into the kitchen not knowing anything, and left feeling more confident in myself and taking a chance at making any recipe. I also loved working with others and getting to know them while creating something special. Enjoying the sights and sounds of creating something that you get to taste in the end was really fun." - Ann Rienders

    "My night out with a cooking adventure was wonderful, thank you so much for doing this. I am a same-old-same-old thing for dinner kind of cook and have craved a class like this for a long time. I knew about the classes in Stillwater but it was just not practical for me at the time. Beginning in September I will be an empty nester and I look forward to this new phase in our lives. Cooking with Laurel will be a staple on MY calendar for sure!" - Anna Mayer

    "It was a wonderful class...and one that keeps on giving as I have already made Laurel's recipies at home for friends and family." - Sally J. Pathos

    "I have attended Laurel’s Dinner’s On classes on more than one occasion. I have found Laurel’s presentations to be passionate and educational. Her menus are creative and the hands-on approach provides you with the assurance that you can apply what you have learned upon returning home. I highly recommend Laurel and encourage others to take advantage of the unique service she offers our community. You will not be disappointed!" - Laura Schick

    First, I would like to say what a great time my colleagues and I had at our Christmas party cooking class with Chef Laurel and her helper, Dorie! Without exception, all of us not only enjoyed your recipes but also your method of instruction and sense of humor. You both are so much fun, thanks for letting us let our hair down! You made three hours seem like less than one. The classes were "hands-on," working side by side with Chef Laurel, with time to sip good wine! I have also attended her individual classes and find Chef Laurel’s Cooking Class truly lives up to the promise of "do-it-yourself" culinary elegance and memorable dining. The food is incredible and what you learn is invaluable... and easy to replicate back home." - Patricia J. Markin, Investment Consultant, Wachovia Securities

    Come Join The Fun … It's O.K. to 'Play With Your Food' !!!

    Please contact me with questions anytime at 715-579-9496.