"Approaching unfamiliar ingredients with excitement and curiosity"

Lauren’s classes taught me so much about trusting myself in the kitchen and how to approach unfamiliar ingredients with excitement and curiosity, instead of apprehension. Lauren guided me in how to observe with all my senses. I learned so many recipes that could be endlessly altered depending on the seasons, what’s available to me locally and my mood. Lauren teaches with a sense of humor and empathy for her students. I appreciate her warmth and attention to detail; she answered all my questions thoroughly and thoughtfully. Lauren’s passion and knowledge for her craft come through in every aspect of her classes.

— SOPHIA

"I can’t recommend it enough"

I fancy myself a fairly proficient home cook, but this course has leveled up my creativity and helped me to adapt on the fly while in the kitchen. I can’t recommend it enough! Lauren brings an ease to her expertise that makes this course approachable for all levels.

— RILEY

"What a whirlwind!"

Wow, what a whirlwind! I never knew I could accomplish so much in the kitchen in such a short period of time. I had so much fun learning how to cook in a small group environment like this! Thanks so much, Lauren!

— COURTNEY

"This has opened me up to following my intuition in other areas of life as well."

It's rare to find a teacher who infuses their lessons with such practicality while also elevating the experience so it feels like a ritual in self-care and exploration. Lauren effortlessly blends her love of food and the spiritual aspects of being in the kitchen in a way that is so approachable and genuine. I've learned a lot about how to let my intuition guide the way that I cook, and in a larger sense this has opened me up to following my intuition in other areas of my life as well.

— SHERRY

"I developed confidence in my abilities as a chef"

Through Lauren's classes I developed confidence in my abilities as a chef and learned to trust my taste and intuition. The recipes are delicious and she imbues her classes with a sense of play, exploration, and discovery.

— CELESTE

"That's a special kind of magic."

One thing that's special about Lauren's classes is that they really are for everyone. Somehow, those who are newer to the kitchen aren't being left behind, while those with more experience are still being challenged or given something new to work with. A dish you've made before? Lauren's approach calls for experimentation, or teaches you a new trick or technique. A dish you've never heard of? Lauren not only guides you through different ways to make it, but the social or cultural history of that dish. Every single person, regardless of their background in the kitchen, walks away from each class feeling accomplished and inspired, and that's a special kind of magic.

— HANNAH