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| - My in-laws gave my husband and I gift certificates to Whisked Away for Christmas (A no-brainer if you ever need ideas on a unique/fun gift!!!), and I finally got around to scheduling it for March 29. Maggie was very responsive to emails and even though she had to reschedule due to a personal emergency, she made sure when she reschedule our meal/menu it worked for us.
As others mentioned, the class takes place in Maggie's charming home, and was not intimidating at all. Only 3 couples signed up for our night (Delicious Duck Dinner), and one didn't even show! Their loss - in more ways than one! That left 4 of us to tackle: Haricots Verts & Artichoke Salad with Hazelnut Vinaigretter, Polenta with Wild Mushrooms & Robiolo Cheese, Pan-Seared Duck Breasts with Red Wine-Raspberry Sauce and Meyer Lemon Shortcakes with Meyer Curd & Mixed Citrus.
Maggie started the "class" by introducing herself and telling us about her career and background. Then we reviewed each recipe step by step, and she would demonstrate any tricky or unique ingredients/prep (artichokes, kumquats, etc).
Since it was the four of us, she volunteered to take on a dish, and we happily obliged! Maggie got started on the mixed citrus marmalade/sauce for the dessert, and we split the rest up from there. She has all the measuring cups/spoons, utensils, bowls, cutting boards, knives, etc. all ready, so it makes the process a lot smoother. She even cleans up after you as you go - which helps to not destroy her kitchen in two seconds flat.
I would consider myself a pretty good home-taught cook, but was really intrigued to learn how to prepare duck. I even picked up some other little tips and tricks along the way, surprising but very welcomed! She also has enough aprons for everyone, which was a very charming touch, and has since made me pull mine out more often at home!
At the end, we sat down to a massive feast and had enough food to feed a small army!!! It was late by the time we finished since we were short on cooks, but she never rushed us even though we started to feel bad it was getting so late. She even sat down to enjoy the fruits of our labor with us and chat. You can't take the leftovers home due to Maggie's business license/regulations, so I hope she was able to use the leftovers somehow! She also allows you to BYOB - but, no drinking in the kitchen. Safety first people! She also gives everyone print-outs of the recipes so you can brag to people about the fancy pants meal you just made!
Overall, a great experience and I hope to go back soon. In fact, I plan on setting up a private event with Maggie for my team off-site event at work!
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