Fun for Foodies Vacations
Cooking Classes at Michael's on the Hill
Michael's on the Hill Cooking Classes - A unique, intimate cooking and learning experience you won't soon forget. Expect not only unbelievably good food, but also friendship and fun. (Location is South 15 minutes)
Biography, Michael KloetiAfter a four-year apprenticeship and working as Sous Chef near his native Switzerland, Michael Kloeti grew interested in enriching his classical education with that of other cultures. In 1993, he and his wife, Laura, a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, moved to New York City. Michael then joined Gray Kunz at Lespinasse Restaurant during which time the restaurant received four stars from the New York Times. Michael has also worked as Sous Chef at the Lodge at Koele Resort in Lanai, Hawaii, and as Chef de Cuisine at the St. Regis Hotel in Manhattan, to mention a few. The decision to raise their family in Vermont led them to their long awaited dream…Opened in 2002, Michael's on the Hill Restaurant offers innovative European cuisine with the perfect blend of American Regional influence. As members of the Vermont Fresh Network, the use of local, fresh products are of premier importance. Chef Michael was named 2007 Chef of the Year by the Vermont Hospitality Council. |
At the restaurant, fully customized dinners are possible, based on availability. Please inquire. In addition to our class 
offerings here, Chef Michael specializes in custom-created cooking classes, taking into account clients' desires. Quotes available upon request. Please consider Chef Michael's suggestions:
Option 1: A Taste of Vermont!
Prepare a 3-course lunch featuring fine Vermont ingredients with Chef Michael! Classes focus on classical techniques and full flavors. For the finale, dine on your creations and wonderful wine with Michael.
Menu
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Grafton Cheddar
Winding Brook Farm Bacon and Spiced Crème Fraîche
Skillet Free Range Chicken with Vermont Cider Sauce
Maple Crème Brulèe
Coffee or Tea
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $350 for one person or a couple.
Meal cost: $27 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $24 per person.
For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
Option 2: An Extravagant Lunch!
Prepare a memorable 3-course lunch with Chef Michael! Classes focus on classical techniques and full flavors. For the finale, dine on your creations and wonderful wine with Michael.
Menu
Truffled Mushroom Gnocchi with Sautéed Mushrooms and Chive Emulsion
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
Warm Callebaut Chocolate Gateâu
Coffee or Tea
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $350 for one person or a couple.
Meal cost: $38 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $30 per person.
For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
Option 3: Decadence
For the lover of desserts, prepare a 3-course meal of desserts with Chef Michael! For the finale, dine on your creations and wonderful wine with Michael.
Menu
Maple Crème Brulée
Sautèed Vermont Apple Shortcake with Cold Hollow Cider Reduction
Warm Callebaut Chocolate Gateâu
Coffee or Tea
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $300 for one person or a couple.
Meal cost: $21 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $24 per person.
For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
Option 4: The Art of Gnocchi
Learn to make Gnocchi in a hands-on class lead by Chef Michael.
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $150 for one person or a couple.
Food cost: $12 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $8 per person.
Option 5: Hors d'Oeuvres
Chef Michael will teach how to make simple and elegant hors d'oeuvres that will allow freedom through advanced preparation so you are able to both enjoy your party and impress your guests. Class includes preparation of 4 different hors d'oeuvres. (other hors d'oeuvre options available on a custom basis)
- Smoked Salmon Roulade on Daikon
- Wild Mushroom Strudel with Balsamic Reduction
- Maine Crabcakes with Remoulade Sauce
- Smoked Gouda Truffle Risotto Bites with Seasonal Compote
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $250 for one person or a couple.
Food cost: $16 per person.
Wine pairing cost (optional): $8 per person.
Option 6: The Dinner Party
A gourmet dinner with friends is much more enjoyable if it is spent with friends, and not in the kitchen! Michael guides you through a wonderful dinner party menu that will allow freedom in advanced preparation 
so you are able to both enjoy your party and impress your guests. For the finale, dine on your creations with Chef Michael.
Various menus options are available dependent upon clients' desires. Session includes: Appetizer, Entree, Dessert, Coffee or Tea.
This class is offered on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, running from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Class availability is dependent upon Chef Michael's availability and the season.
Instruction cost: $350 for one person or a couple.
Food cost: dependent upon menu (customized).
Wine pairing cost (optional): $30 per person.
For cooking classes that culminate in a dining experience, a staffing fee of $15 per person will be added for groups over 5 people.
6% tax is additional, and all items are charged to your credit card at the time they are ordered.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Non-refundable when cancelled or re-scheduled with less than one week's notice.
With the purchase of any of the Fun for Foodies Vacations, you'll also receive our list of "Everyday Bites," which are foodie-favorite places to add to your itinerary as desired — no appointments needed. You'll want to allow time to visit these spots, in addition to your planned Fun for Foodies experiences that are by appointment only.
