A New England Culinary Retreat...Cooking Vacations...Culinary Getaways...Cooking Classes!

PER PERSON $879

PRICE PER PERSON - $879

Set aside the notion that a perfect vacation means staying out of the kitchen.  Instead, make cooking your focus, and develop a taste for Vermont with a first-class culinary vacation.

Nestled in the Green Mountains, just seven miles from Burlington Vermont, this culinary retreat combines luxurious hotel accommodations and resort amenities with some of the finest gourmet cooking in the country. In addition to an outdoor heated pool, a golf course, har-tru tennis courts, expansive culinary-theme gardens and a brand new luxury spa with indoor pool and health facility, the resort is a host partner of the acclaimed New England Culinary Institute.

This stylish Vermont resort prides itself on delicious fare as a signature feature. Savor the exquisite creations of experts in the world of contemporary cuisine. During your cooking lessons, you will rediscover the joy of this expressive art form. Their integrated Cook Academy offers an array of unique experiences to tempt your palate with many lovely surprises along the way!

RESORT HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
From the moment you arrive, you will discover gracious hospitality and stylish charm in this unique resort hotel.  Savor some of the finest gourmet cooking in the country, or simply lounge with a good book in their onsite library.  Truly a gem among Vermont resorts, this AAA four-diamond hotel offers personalized service and luxury in a world-class setting.

FARM-TO-TABLE FINE DINING EXPERIENCE
You are about to experience true Farm-to-Table dining at Hen of the Wood, a restaurant that prides itself on its commitment to the amazing farmers that make Vermont so special.  Here, in the rustic elegance of an historic grist mill, you will find a warm and inviting atmosphere, where the beautiful cuisine is simple, uncomplicated and down-to-earth.  The uniqueness of their food comes from the depth of flavor found in each astonishingly fresh ingredient.

COOKING DEMONSTRATION – WORLD SERIES:  ITALIAN STYLE!
Learn the artistry of Italian cooking from the New England Culinary Institute’s top chefs.  The resort’s state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen makes it a snap to add the most delicious secrets to your cooking repertoire, in a friendly atmosphere that’s pure fun.  Under the watchful eye of the instructor chefs, you will create dishes that have become synonymous with Italian cooking.

SPA TREATMENT
Treat yourself to the ultimate Vermont spa experience in the Resort’s brand new Spa as you enjoy the pleasures of total relaxation and rejuvenation.  Your package includes a spa credit that may be used toward a full menu of services including a host of specialty treatments designed to refresh the body and nourish the soul…providing an unforgettable experience.

[OPTIONAL UPGRADE] CHEF-IN-TRAINING
The Chef-In-Training optional upgrade is a hands-on, three-course culinary experience where you can savor your own creations.  Enjoy Chef Courtney Contos’ nightly choice of menu – featuring fresh, local ingredients with innovative flair.  Add $135 per person for this option, which includes the cooking class, 3-course dinner, taxes and gratuities.