PRIVATE CLASSES

Fall Winter Menu

Private Cooking Classes

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The Chef’s Cabin with Sue Chef

Sue Chef offers private cooking classes for small groups of 8-12 in her Chefs Cabin nestled in the woods of Fennville. Her gourmet kitchen is the perfect spot to experience an intimate dinner with demonstration style instruction. It is sure to be a culinary experience that will satisfy your palate and curiosity.

Here is how it works:

There are example menus listed below or you can work with Sue to customize your own menu. 

Along with the instruction you will receive a full meal from appetizers to dessert along with a packet of recipes to take home and try on your own. 

There is a minimum of 8 people to secure a class and a maximum of 12. 

Class Fee: Ranges $100-$135 per person depending on food costs

Cancelation Policy:

A credit card will be required at the time of booking to secure your date for a class. A deposit of $450 will be charged at the time of booking. This deposit is 100% refundable if the class is cancelled before two weeks prior to class. The deposit is non refundable if cancelled less then two weeks prior to class. The remaining balance will be charged the night of class.

Gratuity: the gratuity has already been added to the class fee and will be distributed equally among the kitchen bitches.To book or ask questions email Sue: [email protected]

Example Class Topics and Menus

Fall and Winter Salads – $110/pp NEW

  • Shaved Brussel Sprout and Red Cabbage with Parmesan and Caesar Dressing
  • Roasted Acorn Squash, Spinach, Dried Cranberries, Bacon and Fried Onion with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
  • Farro, Arugula, Apples, Dates, Walnuts, Radicchio with Apple Cider Dressing
  • Red and Gold Beet Salad with Chevre, Pomegranate Seeds, Mixed Greens, Duck Confit and Blood Orange Vinaigrette
  • Homemade Gelato with Birch Syrup and Pink Himalayan Sea Salt

Simple Bites for a Holiday Cocktail Party – $120/pp NEW

  • Jarcuterie – Single Serve Charcuterie Served in Small Mason Jars with a Mix of Meat Cheeses and Vegetables
  • Greek Lamb Meatballs served with Tzatziki
  • Gruyere Gougeres
  • Beet Cured Salmon with Crème Fraiche and Dill
  • Chewy Gingersnap Cookies

Make Ahead Holiday Appetizers – $120/pp NEW

  • Butternut Squash and Sage Wontons
  • Gouda, Pancetta and Onion Fondue with Hot Pretzels
  • Open-Faced Crab Empanadas
  • Thai Style Shrimp Cocktail
  • Chocolate Ganache Truffles

A Special Fall and Winter Dinner – $110/pp NEW

  • Mushroom Galette
  • Brown Butter and Sage Gnocchi
  • Apple Glazed Turkey
  • Roasted Tri-Color Carrots, Beets and Parsnips
  • Candied Mandarin Oranges Over Flourless Chocolate Cake

Cozy Comforts for All – $110/pp NEW

  • Ground Beef Enchilada Bake
  • Ham and Swiss Sliders
  • Vegetable Lasagna
  • Caesar Salad No Anchovies
  • Indoor S’Moores

Cupids Arrow – $135/pp NEW

  • Figs with Honey Glazed Bacon and Chile
  • Pan Seared Scallops with Beet Puree 
  • Lemon Linguine with a Champagne Cream Sauce
  • Caramelized Onion and Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetables
  • Heart Shaped Plum & Hazelnut Crusted Galette

Tender Love – $145/pp NEW

  • Raw Oysters with Mignonette Sauce
  • Pomegranate, Stilton, Kale, Walnuts, and Pear Salad
  • Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Sauce
  • Creamy Parmesan Risotto
  • Flourless Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Drizzle

In Like a Lamb out Like a Lion – $130/pp NEW

  • Bacon, Pea, Radish and Micro Greens Salad
  • Lamb Shank with a Balsamic Glaze
  • Creamy Polenta
  • Orange Glazed Carrots
  • Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Michigan Fall Flavors – $120/pp

  • Pear, Stilton & Honeycomb bites
  • Pumpkin Risotto with Herb Oil
  • Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin
  • Rustic Plum Tart

Soups and Stews- $100/pp

  • Classic Beef Stew
  • Parsnip Pear Bisque
  • Minestrone Alla Milanese
  • Miso Soba Noodle Soup
  • Field and For Bread for dipping
  • Homemade Ice Cream Sandwich

Mexican Christmas – $110

  • Fish Tacos
  • Pozole Verde (V)
  • Pico De Gallo and Chips
  • Tamales (V)
  • Flan

French Country Christmas – $135/pp

  • Thyme Gougères 
  • Chestnut Soup with Bacon & Chives 
  • Pommes Anna
  • Prime Rib Roast & Au Jus 
  • Crêpes Suzette

Asian Influence – $120

  • Cantonese Steamed Sea bass
  • Soba Noodle Bowl with Peas and Curry
  • Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
  • Sesame Soy Stir Fried Tri Color Vegies
  • Homemade Fortune Cookies

Modern Mexican – $120

  • Hot Chips with Pico de Gallo
  • Tacos 3 ways…Barbacoa, El Pastor and Chicken
  • Chiles Rellenos de Picadillo
  • Chili Marinated Vegetable Tostadas
  • Cinnamon Flavored Hot Chocolate

Mediterranean Diet – $125

  • Dolmades, Hummus & Tzatziki
  • Pearl Couscous with Tomatoes, Olives and Feta
  • Greek Lemon Soup (V)
  • Baked Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes, Onions. Lemons and Peppers
  • Baklava

Holiday Appetizers – $100/pp

  • Cheese Torta
  • Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
  • Squash Fritters
  • Smoked Salmon with Maple Glaze
  • Fire-Roasted Red pepper Dip

*pp = per person

to book or ask questions, contact me now…