An enjoyable way to spend a special getaway weekend is by attending the cooking school in New Hampshire at The Manor on Golden Pond.  Whether you are a wizard in the kitchen or a gourmet wanna-be, The Manor on Golden Pond’s Fork in the Road Cooking Program is an ideal way to enjoy a culinary vacation with some rest and relaxation and is always in good taste.  

Participants can enhance their culinary skills and learn to cook with a professional team of chefs in a professional kitchen atmosphere.  Each class includes a two-day workshop (three hours each day) with demonstrations and hands-on cooking for all participants.   A selection of wine is also served with each dish prepared. 

This year, they have scheduled four cooking classes to be held over the winter season.  The schedule is: 

        November 13-15, 2009 – “Thai Flavours”  

        January 29-31, 2010 – “Modern New England Classics” 

        February 19-21, 2010 – “Classic Dishes for Two” 

        March 19-21, 2010 – “Cooking with New Hampshire Maple Syrup 

Classes are limited to six people and all inclusive packages start at $650.00.  There is an additional $75.00 fee for two people attending the class.  Classes do fill up early, so make sure to not miss out on this culinary experience!

Rebecca, Quantun Hospitality

Many people travel for romantic getaways, but what about a cooking school to go along with that romantic getaway?  Well, this is exactly what you can expect when you sign up to attend the “Fork in the Road” cooking classes at the Manor on Golden Pond.  Normally they hold six sessions of cooking classes on weekends from November through May.  The cooking classes vary in themes from The Big Easy, Hunting, Say it with Chocolate, and the list goes on.  The next cooking class is scheduled for May 1^st and 2^nd and is titled Mexican Fiesta.  The menu is Scallop Ceviche, Filet Mignon Tacos, Grilled Salmon with Tequila & Lime Sauce, Coconut Flan.  Sign me up!

Now let’s take it a step further.  Are you ready for a girl’s getaway weekend?  How about a special Honeymoon with friends?  Don’t laugh…it has been done!  Get a group of your friends together and they will even create a special cooking class with any theme you want just for you and your friends.  Now, how much fun is that?

So what does it cost for all of this fun?  Packages start at $600 and include two nights lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, three hours of cooking classes on Saturday and Sunday, recipe book and a culinary gift!  Oh yes, at the end of the cooking class you can feast on your prepared dishes…yum!  Please note this pricing is based upon double occupancy, with one person attending the class.  If two people would like to attend the class, just add another $75.00.

What you are waiting for?  Fork in the Road cooking classes are waiting for you to join in with all of the fun. 

by Rebecca, Quantum Hospitality

Culinary Classes by Executive Chef Aaron Hatfield
Holderness, NH; September 2005 – Cooking and food enthusiasts will not want to miss the Manor On Golden Pond’s, New Hampshire’s only Small Luxury Hotel of the World, new offering of culinary classes – Fork In The Road – led by Executive Chef Aaron Hatfield.

Participants can enhance culinary skills and learn to cook with the Manor’s professional team of chefs in a professional kitchen atmosphere. Each of the nine programs include: a two-day workshop (three-hours each day) with demonstrations and hands-on cooking for all participants. A selection of wine will be served with each dish prepared.

The weekend cooking class schedule is as follows:

Mar 9-10, 2007 New Hampshire Maple and Cheese
April 20-21, 2007 Lobster and Ginger Fused?
May 18-19,2007 Shrimp Gone Bananas

Enrollment is limited to six participants to ensure individual attention. Optional afternoon culinary-related activities may be offered in conjunction with some of the cooking classes. “Guest chefs” receive a recipe book and complimentary culinary gift courtesy of the Manor On Golden Pond.
Rates for the September class start at $760 for a Classic Room ($960 Fireplace; $1,025 Jacuzzi; and $1,150 for a Suite). Rates for the remaining classes start at $600 for a Classic Room ($750 Fireplace; $850 Jacuzzi; and $1,050 for a Suite). Price per couple includes: two nights accommodations, cooking class for one participant, full gourmet breakfast each morning, afternoon tea, and dinner each evening. An additional fee of $75 will be added if both traveling companions are participating in the Fork In The Road cooking program.

“By focusing on understanding the techniques and ingredients in recipes, we provide the home culinary enthusiast the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of a hobby they already enjoy. We help them develop their own personalized way of cooking and entertaining,” explained Chef Aaron Hatfield.
Whether you’re a wizard in the kitchen or a gourmet wanna-be, the Manor On Golden Pond’s Fork In The Road Cooking Program is the ideal way to enjoy a culinary vacation with some rest and relaxation and is always in good taste.

For additional information and to make reservations for the Fork In The Road program, contact The Manor On Golden Pond at 800-545-2141.

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