Immerse yourself in a warm, intimate gathering where culinary creativity and connection take center stage. In this private, small-group experience, you’ll learn the art of crafting fresh mozzarella, sweet-cream butter, and silky ricotta—guided step-by-step in an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and beautifully intentional.

Picture this: a cozy kitchen filled with soft conversation, the gentle scent of milk warming on the stove, and the quiet magic of transforming simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Hosted in the comfort of your own space, this workshop blends hands-on learning with the ease of a slow, grounded evening shared with people you love.

Your experience culminates in a tasting that brings everything full circle—fresh mozzarella served with artisan bread, homemade butter, creamy ricotta, and seasonal accompaniments. It’s a moment to savor, celebrate, and connect.

Whether you’re a food lover, planning a meaningful gathering, or wanting to slow down and create something beautiful with others, these experiences offer an intimate, thoughtfully curated moment rooted in creativity, craftsmanship, and the pleasure of making something by hand.

These aren’t casual cooking classes—they are beautifully curated, in-home experiences crafted with intention. Every workshop is thoughtfully styled—simple, natural, and rooted in a slow-living aesthetic.

What you’ll learn

• The basic science behind fresh cheese and cultured butter

• How to make fresh mozzarella (stretching and shaping curds)

• Churning butter from scratch and seasoning it simply

• Making silky ricotta and using it in seasonal pairings

• Safe practices for working with milk and rennet, and tips for recreating these at home

Group Size & Pricing

Private 1–2 Person Experience

• $500 flat rate
  For an intimate, personalized session (approx. 2 hours).

Small Group Experience (5–10 guests)

• $200 per person
  A warm, communal gathering—minimum 5; maximum 10.

Host provides the space. All ingredients, equipment, and setup are included.

What’s included

• Hands-on instruction in mozzarella, butter, and ricotta

• Locally sourced milk & cream when available

• All tools, materials, and equipment for each participant

• Guided tasting with seasonal pairings

• Every participant takes home their own handcrafted mozzarella, butter, and ricotta—a trio of simple, beautiful staples made by hand.

• An elegant, minimal setup designed with a slow-living touches

Add-Ons (optional)

• Seasonal grazing board — $150

• Premium ingredient upgrade (organic/pasture-raised milk, specialty salts) — $50 per group

• Extended session (+45 minutes) — $75

• Extra mozzarella balls — $10 each

Length & Travel

Length: Approx. 2 hours
Travel:

• Travel up to 50 miles from my home is included in the workshop price

• Beyond 50 miles, travel is $1 per mile.

• For locations significantly outside my immediate area, please contact me to discuss logistics and any additional fees.

Booking & Payment

• 50% deposit to reserve your date

• Remaining balance due 7 days prior to the workshop

Cancellation Policy:

• More than 30 days before the workshop: Full refund of your deposit.

• 15–30 days before the workshop: 50% refund of your deposit.

• Less than 15 days before the workshop: No refund.

Availability

All workshops are private and scheduled at your convenience. I’m currently opening the following dates:

January: 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
February: 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28

Don’t see a date that works for you? Contact me and we’ll find a time that fits your schedule.