Laurel Run Cooking School — Local services in Vermilion

We went for a lamb roast and had an amazing time! Yes, a WHOLE lamb on a spit over a wood fire with a few whole chickens on for extra (hey, there was room on the spit). But thats just where it started. As we worked with guest Chef Mike with the Lamb, Chef Laura and her staff showed up to create an amazing outdoor dining venue. Apps were served to stave off any hunger (awesome whipped feta with dill, a roasted red pepper dip to die for and the most amazing olive tapenade I’ve ever had made with dried figs!) and then we moved indoors to the cooking class! Laura is a wonderful instructor, helping the guests to create the awesome Mediterranean meal we would enjoy with the roasted lamb and chicken!! We cooked pita (from scratch), made salads, lemon roasted potatoes, tzatziki sauce, and grilled halloumi with honey and fresh thyme. AH MAZ ING! But it wasn’t all hard work, Laura and her staff made sure there was time for wine, herb picking, playing the lawn games set up for us, taking a walk on the lovely estate or just hanging out under the ancient apple trees finishing off those amazing apps!!

When it came time to sit for dinner, we were greeted with the most amazing dining table, its the table you’ve seen in a dozen glossy lifestyle magazines over the years, but better all due to Laura’s attention to details. From the chilled flip top bottles of water and the fresh flowers, to the candles and subtle details of the fresh botanicals laid on top of the napkins. The floating candles in the trees added an extra special touch of grace to an already amazing venue. She got it right, but that was not surprising once you’ve met her!!

But wait, there is more! Dessert was the most tantalizing Greek yogurt topped with local honey and roasted walnuts and the most delicate lemon rosemary biscuits (cookies for you yanks) were served with delish coffee!! Over all, everyone (22 guests) agreed it was an amazing day at Laurel Run Cooking School.

We are so pleased to see that Laura took up the challenge of LRCS when her mentor and mother, Marcia, decided it was time to step back. Laura’s years of culinary training, her sense of style, uncompromising dedication to quality and attention to detail will see LRCS continue to be an asset to the region for years to come. We are already looking forward to spending more time with Laura in cooking classes and other special events. Thank you Laura and LRCS for helping us make...

Attended a cooking class today at Laurel Run, and it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. It was a Sourdough class with Dena and Laura and they both did an amazing job. The instruction was thourought and entertaining and the sourdough and lunch was perfection. Laura has a beautiful venue and I would recommend it to anyone....

This is an amazing venue for your family reunion, wedding, special event, or just to gather those special people in your lives. I was here for a Mediterranean outdoor dining experience with friends young and old- Greek Lamb, Chicken, Potatoes, Salad, and Vegetables- the staff here will create an indelible experience that you will...