FARM-TO-TABLE COOKING

[chef lauren]

I would like to extend a very warm invitation to all of you gearing up for the long anticipated
season of local indulgences brought to us by our devoted, hard-working farmers,
whether you are starting a weekly CSA or a regular attendee at the Farmers' Market.
Beginning this month, verypersonal*chef will be offering intimate “FARM-TO-TABLE” Cooking Classes right here in Durango in my gourmet kitchen.

Each course will consist of four monthly 3-hour class focusing on the seasonal offerings of that particular month.  
We will explore the following throughout the duration of the course:

-using local produce and products, no matter what that looks like, to create gourmet meals to enjoy and share
-critical basic cooking techniques that will allow students to prepare these meals simply and easily bringing
forth the most flavor while preserving the highest nutritional value
-working knowledge of knife safety and use of variety of handy kitchen tools
-pantry stocking ideas that will allow the home chef the freedom to create a gourmet meal
from whatever they have to work with (even if you are snowed in this winter!)
-preserving of the summer’s abundance through various preparation techniques
-incorporating a variety of ethnic and local flavors to enhance all home cooking
-entertaining using local foods while staying on a local budget
-and MUCH MORE!

Please see attached bio for detailed information about verypersonal*chef.

The course consists of 4 monthly sessions running from May through August beginning the 25th of May and meeting the last Tuesday of each month.
Class will include a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 6.  A commitment to attend in all four sessions is required in order to participate.
Each 3-hour class is a $40 fee which include lesson and the yummy fruits of our labors.  
We will require an initial payment of 50% ($80) in order to secure enrollment, then balance paid prior to 3rd class.
Any groups of 6 enrolling together will receive a 10% discount on cost of course.
Based on popularity we are open to offering additional dates/courses to meet demand.

PLEASE forward this email to anyone you think may be interested in a wonderful, sustainable, foodie experience!  if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me via email or phone at your convenience.

Looking to a fantastic farm season and the opportunity to share it scrumptiously with you and yours!
-Lauren

verypersonal*chef
   lauren slaff

      917 841 4242

                      *fulfilling your deepest delicious dietary desires

[chef lauren]

DUE TO POPULAR RESPONSE:

We will be offering 2 sessions.

The first is as listed below (5/26, 6/30, 7/28 &8/25) from 6-9pm
and the second will begin Tuesday June 15th, continuing 7/14, 8/18 & 9/22 also from 6-9pm

please specify your preference and we will do our best to accommodate participants.

yeah!
verypersonal*chef

                                                                                                                           lauren slaff

                                                                                                                                                     917 841 4242

                      *fulfilling your deepest delicious dietary desires

[chef lauren]

With the tremendous success of our ongoing monthly classes,
we are proud to offer 2 new “Farm-to-Table” focused culinary classes.

Thanks to the generosity of time and expertise of the farmers and producers here at the Durango market,
we will be offering a guided “tour” including tips, recipes and discussions.

In addition, we are offering a comprehensive one-night class celebrating the bounty of Southwest Colorado
 and the spirit of entertaining here in our beautiful region.

Please feel free to forward this email to all your foodie friends!

Thanks for your support.

Jope you are having a wonderful summer and have a very festive fourth!

All the best,
lauren