Forest to Table: Foraging & Cooking Class

EACH CLASS PURCHASE OF $120 IS FOR AN INDIVIDUAL, NOT A COUPLE. THIS FORAGING OUTING AND COOKING CLASS LASTS FROM 9AM-2PM. Are you ready to transform nature’s hidden treasures into mouthwatering dishes? Join us for this unique cooking class where we explore the incredible flavors and versatility of foraged foods. Meet John Nettles, Founder of Slowhike Foraging Company. John is an experienced forager and culinary guide, and this hands-on workshop will take you on a journey from forest to fork. 9:00 am Foraging First, we will meet for a foraging foray with John at Waddill Wildlife Refuge where you’ll learn how to identify and harvest seasonal wild edibles like mushrooms and greens (if nature provides). During the outing, you'll learn foraging tips and techniques to discover the secrets to safely and sustainably gathering wild ingredients. 11:30 am Cooking Class After, you’ll reconvene with your bounty back at the Red Stick Spice teaching kitchen, where you’ll craft gourmet recipes that celebrate the essence of the natural world. You will create delicious, seasonal dishes featuring foraged finds under the guidance of the Red Stick Spice Teaching Kitchen Staff.  Menu Oyster Mushroom Crostini with Forage Chimichurri Sauteed Lion's Mane Mushrooms with Pan Sauce & Smashed Potatoes Forage Pesto Pasta with Shrimp Seasonal Salad with Mayhaw Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette Elderflower Tea Learn more about what you can expect in our cooking classes here. Purchasing this Cooking Class as a gift? Download this printable Cooking Class Certificate and enter all of the delicious details for your gift recipient. CLASS TRANSFER POLICY: No Refunds. If you are unable to attend this class, you may request a transfer to move your reservation to another class. However these requests must be received seven (7) working days in advance of the class date. If your request is made after seven (7) working days, we will not be able to accommodate your transfer request. You may, however, pass along your place in this class to another person. Planning, food purchases and staffing takes place well in advance of each cooking class; therefore, we are unable to offer refunds.