Angie Foster • May 2024

Thai roll class. Delicious. Loved seeing fried and fresh versions of the rolls. The teacher was knowledgeable and willing to share shopping knowledge, of ingredients both fresh, canned or paste and what to look for. Enjoyed very much.

Gordon Wright • May 2024

Extraordinarily good thing you for anybody wants to cook. Classroom itself as well appointed. It is next to an excellent cooking related store. This class was informative and well presented. My only backward take on this was the cooking style was the style that relied to heavily on bacon as a central oil modernly, we know that the bacon might be good now and then, but I would caution anyone not to have a can of bacon fat in ones kitchen for general cooking

Laura Hicks • May 2024

Thoroughly enjoyed the class on Chile Rellenos with Vira. She is engaging and informative. My only regret is that I never had the opportunity to eat at one of the restaurants where she was the chef.

Vickie van Nuis • May 2024

Everything was wonderful!! Loved the hands on especially with the chilies from heating them peeling & stuffing them!! Only one suggestion would be for each person to beable to flour coat the chili & dip it in the egg batter and fry it. Great value for the money I really enjoyed the class.

Kent Bradley • May 2024

Very enjoyable- and a wonderful chef/instructor. Good mix of hands on and observation. Practical tips.

Lauren Graff • May 2024

Jamie is an amazing teacher and the staff makes the whole experience so fun!
The food was great and you get to leave with recipes of everything you made in class. Not even 24 hours after class was I already trying to re-create a dish.
I highly recommend Kitchen Engine Cooking Classes!!

Ric Wesselman • May 2024

We had a great professional instructor, Jamie and a courteous staff. Jamie gave good explanations of cheeses, ingredients and food value.

Sami Anderson • May 2024

I loved all the different variations taught! I learned a lot. I did not think I would enjoy the bean toast but that ended up being one of my favorites!! Very simple and feel confident I can now make these on my own :)

Kim Barbee • May 2024

We really were happy with the food. Way to go Jamie! Do more of this!

Cassy Benefield • May 2024

It was so fun and the food was delicious. Jamie and her team were flawless.

Janet Erickson • May 2024

Wonderful class that made Mom’s day special for me. I am looking forward to getting the recipes so I can try these yummy dishes. Great ideas that I will be eager to fix. Thanks so much :)

Becky Stockstill • May 2024

Mothers Day Brunch. Great food great class instructor and great place. Really enjoyed..we will do it again

Lori Carlin • May 2024

Class was good, questions were answered well regarding starter. We were given written recipes but realized after I was home, no recipe was provided to make the sour dough bread!! I have to check Google for that. Feel the class was a bit overpriced, however we were able to take home the starter glass.

Mary Dinnison • May 2024

Class setting was great, teacher very nice & approachable, topic just a bit confusing & thought we’d get sourdough bread “making” skills & some bread recipes as well. Class didn’t seem quite complete, but was good nonetheless! Appreciated the free materials & bread & panckes!

Cara Schroeder • May 2024

Our group loved this class! The amount of food was generous (and delicious)! The instructor was engaging, funny, and provided clear direction. Some of us were a little nervous about our abilities but we were really set up for success with the instructions and provided supplies. Great class!

Jennifer Stewart • May 2024

Learned what I came to learn.

Claudia Tately • May 2024

I loved the class! Now I understand all about the ins and outs of sour dough starter and how to keep the “mother” healthy, how to feed it, and use the “discard”. Now I want to take his bread class!

Darcy Carstensen • May 2024

Great venue yes I liked the materials. Learned a lot about sour dough starter
Great value
Jed explained everything very well

Amanda Wong • May 2024

My mom and I were there for a girls night out and had a wonderful time. Enjoyed good food and good company while learning new tricks to making pastry dough.

Richard Mudd • May 2024

Well organized! Great food item that we can prepare at home. Staffed so the class went very smoothly. We’ll be back!

Frank Goodman • May 2024

Learned to make ravioli from scratch. Instructions and recipes were simple and clear. I feel like I could easily adapt the techniques to make my own with filling variations at home. My only complaint was a bottleneck cooking the ravioli in limited pots of boiling water for this large class.

Fred Shuman • May 2024

What an amazing experience! Thank you Jeremy We laughed, we learned, and we had great food!

John Battista • May 2024

The street tacos and dessert were wonderful. However, the black bean andvegetable tamale pie was very disappointing.

Dotti Gurney • May 2024

Our Grand kids loved the pop up dinner as they are vegetarians. I also enjoyed it.
Of course Jamie was amazing with her menu and her staff that made it a success.
I’ll be booking additional classes in the near future.

Malika Oudes • May 2024

Delicious! Tacos and cake out of this world. Great leftovers. Loved the “pie” with melted cheese top.

Cynthia Favara • May 2024

Very much enjoyed this tasty dinner perfect day to have dinner outside on the deck

Jan Brandvold • May 2024

Delicious dinner, with enough for us to have leftovers for another meal! We brought the meal home to eat, the occasion being Friday!

Angie Taylor • May 2024

Great experience. Friendly people and good food. Loved seeing the kitchen. Chips and dips were my favorite

Martha Severn • May 2024

Our grand daughter and partner joined us for the dinner at our small condo. We had a delightful time visiting and enjoying the food. The young people thoroughly enjoyed the spice level. It was a little much for my husband and me. It was a luxury expense but was a lot of food. We would pydo it again with a different ethnic type. Thank you!

Eileen Hofstadt • May 2024

Jamie and her helpers made a fabulous meal. Thank you for offering a vegan option. Have enough for lunch tomorrow!

Carol Anderson • May 2024

Delicious food, would have appreciated a menu in each bag. Does the chef have a brick and mortar or do catering?

Torree Stein • May 2024

We had a fun teambuilding session.
Very organized and fun!
The teacher was very knowledgeable.

Sara Jemo • Apr 2024

Loved this class. It was a lot of fun and, considering that I'd never had savory scones before, a new experience for me. I already had a scone recipe, given to me by a friend in England who "knows scones." Well now I have a new base scone recipe! This one is the best I've ever had! (And I have since made the feta scones at home - it is easy to replicate!)

Mayra Deringer • Apr 2024

The class was amazing. I learned a lot and feel confident to do it on my own. Curtis is a really good Chef and teacher. I can’t wait to go back for other classes. 10/10 recommend.

Sandy Alto • Apr 2024

The class was great. My friend and I have taken several classes and this one was the best so far. Our teacher was well spoken and a good instructor.
Best of all, the scones were delicious!

Priscilla Zamora • Apr 2024

I have never eaten a better scone! So moist! Thank you, Kristi! You were wonderful!

Sandy Nadeau • Apr 2024

Great class. Enjoyed it very much. Will register for more. Like savory type cooking more so than sweet. Thank you

Joanne Riepl • Apr 2024

This was a birthday class for my Cheryl. She says it was the best present ever! The instructions were clearly explained and questions happily answered. Hoping she’ll bring me next month for my birthday.
(And we shared a scone as soon as we got home!) Good Job Kristi and helpers!

Neva Keyes • Apr 2024

The class was very well set up, the atmosphere fun and educational. Loved the offer of different beverage options, which added to the fun. Will definitely take classes in the future.

Hannah Roberts • Apr 2024

We had a great class! It was a great balance of cooking and instruction and it was great that some things were prepped ahead to avoid cooling time.

Teacher's response

Hi Hannah! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the class! We're glad that the prep work helped save time and kept things moving smoothly. We hope to see you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Annemarie Lewis • Apr 2024

Great class! Beautiful kitchen - lots of helpers. The teacher spoke clearly and explained instructions clearly. I felt I learned everything I needed to make the pate a Choux ️. Overall 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ class. Can’t wait for the pasta class. Kitchen engine staff were so friendly.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Annemarie! We really appreciate this feedback. We are so glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Nancy Deringer • Apr 2024

I loved it! Curtis was perfect! He was very knowledgable, patient, interesting and an excellent instructor!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Nancy! We are so glad that you were able to join us, and that you learned a lot in class!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Julie Becker • Apr 2024

This was my birthday gift from my husband. We had a great time. The teacher was great, and venue was lovely.

Teacher's response

Hi Julie! Belated Happy Birthday! We are so glad that you chose to spend it here with us and that it was such an enjoyable experience!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Bob & Bonni Aagard • Apr 2024

The Steak 101 was great! We learned how to make the Perfect steak, by doing some oven time, and then searing in a cast iron skillet. The 3 different steaks that were prepared were all cooked perfect, they were tender, and tasted marvelous!
Our chef, Al, was fun to watch and listen toand answered all the questions everyone had. He was a great chef and teacher. We had attended the Prime Rib class Al taught in Decand we learned how to make a perfect prime rib. We would go to another class taught by Al. We're also looking at other classes to attend, that you are offering. It's fun to be at the Kitchen Engine for these classes.

Teacher's response

Hi Bob & Bonni! Thank you for the fantastic review of our Steak 101 class with Al! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed learning how to make the perfect steak and found the different cuts tender and delicious. Al is indeed a talented chef and we're delighted to hear that you would attend another class taught by him. We look forward to having you join us for more fun and informative classes in the future. Hope to see you soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Morgan McGee • Apr 2024

Al was very knowledgeable and everyone working was very kind d and personable. However, we didn't read the description well enough to understand that we wouldn't be cooking steak ourselves. It was kind of boring and wasn't a good way for us to learn. I could have done the same watching a YouTube video.

Dorothy K Yeaw • Apr 2024

Was somewhat disappointed in this class, thought we would be able to actually cook what we signed up for. The food was good, chefmeh.
Would like to maybe try another class where you can have more of a hands on experience.

Teacher's response

Hi Dorothy, Thank you for your feedback. Next time you're checking out our classes, look for the first line in the class description, it will always let you know how much hands-on to expect! We always put it at the top so it's easy to see. :) Thank you for taking a class with us!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Julie Farris • Apr 2024

Al is a great teacher; very knowledgeable. Loved the casual atmosphere & how we could ask any question at any time. And it was FUN!
It gave both me and my husband a whole new way of looking at how we cook steak. (Cook in oven first & then sear) Being able to compare 3 different kinds of steak side by side was awesome. And the vegetable side dishes were incredible & would be easy to prepare.
Class was well organized & flowed well.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Julie! We love to hear this feedback! We are so glad that you had a great time and that you learned new skills to take home - that is our goal! We hope you will join us for another class soon.

Hi Bob & Chris! Thank you for the fantastic review of our Steak 101 class with Al. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed learning how to make the perfect steak and found the different cuts tender and delicious. Al is indeed a talented chef and we're delighted to hear that you would attend another class taught by him. We look forward to having you join us for more fun and informative classes in the future. See you soon at The Kitchen Engine!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Glenn Moore • Apr 2024

This was our first class at The Kitchen Engine and we enjoyed it very much. It has made me rethink how I do steaks in a good way. Al was very personable and very informative in his presentation. His helper was also very good and always right on top of things. The young lady also helping with the class was also right on top of things. It was a great team effort and even as much as I cook, I learned quite a bit more.
Thanks for a really good experience.

Teacher's response

Hi Glenn! Thank you for the wonderful feedback. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the class with Al and the team. It's great to know that you learned something new about cooking steaks! We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon for another class.

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Frank Brou • Apr 2024

I appreciate the lessons and the opportunities for questions. Chef Curtis takes his time and provides real world answers and explanations. I also thought the staff was very friendly and helpful this time!

Teacher's response

Hi Frank! Thank you for your feedback. Chef Curtis always aims to provide thorough explanations and real-world insights during his lessons. We're glad to hear that you found the staff friendly and helpful as well. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon in our classes!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Tristan Juricek • Apr 2024

In the moist cooking methods class, we were introduced to 3 classic methods. It was a great intro to the techniques with great examples. I think I’ll try to put them to use tomorrow!

Teacher's response

Hi Tristan! Thank you for your feedback on the moist cooking methods class. We're glad you found the introduction to the classic methods helpful and inspiring. Let us know how your cooking experiments go tomorrow - we hope they turn out great!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Ashley Lewan • Apr 2024

Absolutely loved this class! I have taken the other two in the series, so I knew I would like this one. I was so surprised by how much I liked the salmon and shallow poached chicken. Chef Curtis is very helpful, informative, and welcomes questions. Will definitely be back!

Teacher's response

Hi Ashley! Thank you for the wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you loved the class and enjoyed the salmon and shallow poached chicken. Chef Curtis is indeed fantastic, and we're glad to hear he was helpful and informative. We can't wait to have you back for another class soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Kittie Boutz • Apr 2024

The teacher did a good job. The venue was very nice. I felt the fee was a little high for the time.

Teacher's response

Hi Kitty, Thanks so much for taking time to write a review. I'm glad you enjoyed our instructor and the classroom. We try our best to keep our classes affordable, but also know the importance of being able to recreate the recipe at home, which is why each student goes home with a portion of Sourdough Starter, and a jar specifically designed for Sourdough Start. Minus the cost of those items, the price for the class is about $40, hopefully that helps explain the cost associated with this class!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Teresa Overhauser • Apr 2024

Instructor was great. 4 instead of 5 as I had expected a littel more indepth ideas about how to use the starter (tested recipes). Excellent room. Great set up. I really liked the camera/monitor set up). Friendly, helpful staff. I will take other classes in the future. Maybe do a high level overview of the instructions that were provided at the top of the class, as I think those around me didn't read them (they didn't understand sharing of equipment). Thank you.

John D. Leland • Apr 2024

Perfect Daddy-Daughter date. Isaac was engaging and funny. We appreciated his insight as he really made rolling sushi rolls approachable. We left the class equipped and confident to prepare maki rolls in our home.

Teacher's response

Hey John, we are so glad to hear that you and your kiddo had such a great time! Let us know how that sushi making goes at home!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Sharon Addink • Apr 2024

I enjoyed the class! However, I knew nothing about sourdough. I was confused at times, but Jeff was very patient and kind and answered my questions

Janice Leaf • Apr 2024

It was good for me bc I bake breads and wanted to start the science of sourdough! It was less than an hour class so I felt it was a bit high priced but grateful for the jar and the samples of bagels which is my first recipe I’ll try! He’s so knowledgeable and it felt a bit fast for my friend! She got lost very quickly! I’ll review with her!

Teacher's response

Hi Janice! We are so glad that you and your friend were able to join us. Usually class runs a bit longer, we try to build time into the alloted timeframe due to a high volume of questions, looks like this group knew their stuff! Your friend is lucky to have you as a helper! I hope you will soon be sending us pictures of your beautiful bagels!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Roger Benedict • Apr 2024

Sourdough Class

Great class! Learned a lot and looking forward to making bread. Thanks Jeff!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Roger! We hope to see you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Michael Britton • Apr 2024

This was a good jumping off point for doing your own Sourdough. It is much better than just watching a video. His interaction with the students was very good. I would recommend this class to anyone wanting to attempt their own Sourdough journey.

Teacher's response

Thank you! We really appreciate that feedback, Michael. I'm so glad you found class helpful!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Ann Kleist • Apr 2024

Very nice materials. Instructions were very clear…as you need to be with sourdough starter

Teacher's response

Thank you, Ann! We're so glad you could join us!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Michele Stone • Apr 2024

This class was SO much fun! My husband and I gave this experience to our daughter and son-in-law for Christmas and it was well worth the wait. Our 11 year old granddaughter attended as well and she did great. Instruction was easy to follow, and the taste…well I have a new found love for sushi! I honestly was going for the fun experience with family and didn’t expect to like it. I was pleasantly surprised and was stuffed by the end of the night. Thank you Kitchen Engine!

Teacher's response

Thank you Michele! We love to hear this! Come back anytime!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Shelley Cook • Apr 2024

Very informative, fun and organized I would take another class there for sure. Great time.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Shelley! We'd love to have you back!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Macie Rockstrom • Apr 2024

The host was personable and knowledgeable. Learned so much!

Teacher's response

We are so glad you could join us, Macie! We are always happy to hear that you are learning new things in our classes - that is the goal! Thank you!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Shawna Wade • Apr 2024

The instructor was very experienced and engaging and a good teacher. High quality ingredients, plenty of food. We learned a lot and I’m excited to try to make some rolls at home.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Shawna! We really appreciate your feedback - and the great pictures! Let us know how sushi goes at home!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Steven W Kerr • Apr 2024

I got this class as a birthday gift for my 14 year old daughter. We were both excited and not sure what to expect. The class was amazing we started off with a salmon sashimi. Salmon is not our favorite fish going into this. After the first sashimi. We looked at each other and said that was sooooo good. The whole class was put together in a way that the skills built on each other. By the end I feel like I can make sushi at home with confidence. I was very excited to find out that there is a sushi 102 class which we plan on doing as soon as we can.

Teacher's response

Thank you Steven! We are so glad you guys had a great time, and we really appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Christopher Hughes • Apr 2024

Kristi was very knowledgeable and helpful with any and all questions. I felt that the class was a good value and I would like to come back for another class in the future.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Christopher! We look forward to seeing you again!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jerri Shepard • Apr 2024

Loved Kristi! She is organized, informed, flexible and personable. It was such a fun experience. The class was one I will take again and bring friends. Thank you!

Teacher's response

We greatly appreciate that feedback, Jerri! Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the class enough to come again - hope to see you soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jo Schafer • Apr 2024

The teacher was very knowledgeable, presented well, and fun! It is a great venue! The materials were good and I feel that I got a thorough overview on how to make pizza. I liked everything; I love to cook and I love pizza! Well done! Thanks

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for the great feedback, Jo! It was a pleasure having you in class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Sharon Page • Apr 2024

The Wine Pairing Event with Small Vineyards was great! Jeremy’s food was wonderful. His passion for food & sharing his talent was exceptional. The paring of food & wine was delightful. Each could stand on its own but truly shined together. Antonio’s knowledge & love of wine & Italy left us hoping to tour vineyards in Italy!
Such a fun evening

Teacher's response

Thanks, Sharon! We feel the same way, every time Antonio is here! We're so glad you enjoyed this class as much as we do!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Amy Pappajohn • Apr 2024

Antonio and Jeremy are a great pair to make an enjoyable and delicious evening to remember Wine and food - can't get much better than that!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Amy! I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Megan Solberg • Apr 2024

Fun outing with friends. The wine and food pairings were phenomenal ️ I will definitely do it again!

Teacher's response

Megan, we are so glad you and your friends had a great time! We look forward to seeing you again!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Holger Soderstrom • Apr 2024

Beautiful food and wine hosted in a great venue. Especially enjoyed what should be a Michelin Star rated course perfectly paird to the wine. Looking forward to the next event.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Holger! We love this feedback! We're pretty proud of Jeremy ourselves. We look forward to seeing you next time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Gary Andres • Apr 2024

class was good, a bit too fast paced and a bit pricey a a a

Dan Mueller & Candace Bording • Apr 2024

Clear instructions. Lots of coaching on our prep. Kristi was friendly and well-prepared.
Enjoyed the class very much!

Teacher's response

Hey Dan & Candace! Thank you so much for your feedback! We're glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Debbie Ribar • Apr 2024

Kristi was great. She is personable, funny and down to earth. I liked the ease of the appetizer preparation which would allow time to enjoy your guests. Appetizers were very tasty and location had everything we needed to work efficiently at our stations. The wine would have been a plus but I had a cold and couldn't enjoy.
Thanks Kitchen Engine! Staff was helpful as well.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Debbie! We really appreciate your feedback and are so glad you learned some great tips!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Ticia Kohls • Apr 2024

The venue, as always, was clean, welcoming, and well organized. Kristi is knowledgeable and easily shares recipes and instructions.Having different groups prepare a hor course each was very time efficient. Everything that was made was delicious and easy.

Teacher's response

Thank you for the feedback, Ticia! We hope to see you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Maureen Anne Goins • Apr 2024

Kristi was personable, organized and made the class super enjoyable, plus her recipes are yummy

Teacher's response

Thank you, Maureen! We're so glad you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Lee Monthei • Mar 2024

Cooking class was great and I learned a lot. Karmen was very well prepared which allowed her to cover a lot of material. She very much showed some of her great subject knowledge.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Lee. We greatly appreciate your feedback! We're so glad you learned some great tips!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Rebecca Anne Lacey • Mar 2024

Wonderful pies and great fun! Thanks again Kristi! You are a superb teacher!
Rebecca and Jim

Teacher's response

Thanks, Rebecca! We're so glad you guys had a good time! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Delinda Logsdon • Mar 2024

The class was terrific!
I took it with my grandson and we both had a great time. He is very much into sushii, took notes and learned a lot. Isaac was a very engaging instructor. Easy to follow, patient with our questions and helpful when we had problems. I am recommending this class to friends.

Teacher's response

Hey Delinda! We love this feedback - Thank you! I'm so glad that you both had a wonderful time and learned something new!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Isao Puailoa • Mar 2024

Class was amazing! Educational, entertaining, and delicious.

Chef and his team were informative, accommodating, and supportive!

Lovely experience 10/10

Teacher's response

Thank you, Isao! We love to hear this! I'm glad you had such a great time and learned new things - that is our goal!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Karyn Hough • Mar 2024

It was a perfect evening with a wonderful chef. My niece & I learned so much. It was so fun to learn how to make our sushi at home. I highly recommend this class

Teacher's response

Hi Karyn! Thank you for your glowing review. We are delighted that you had a fantastic time! It's always such a joy to see guests enjoying themselves while also learning valuable culinary skills. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to another class soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Katy Summers • Mar 2024

Class was wonderful! Isaac was a great teacher. Supplies were appropriate for the class and sushi was delicious!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Katy! We love Isaac too and are so glad you had a great time! We hope you will join us for another class!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Rachelle Wright • Mar 2024

Super fun. The pot pie crust was a little doughy as it was rushed to cook. BUT I learned so much. Definitely taking another class.

Carol Usa Wysham • Mar 2024

The details of how to make a great pie crust were really helpful. The recipe for apple bourbon pie was so good! Looking toward to making these at home.

Teacher's response

Hi Carol! We're thrilled to hear that you found the details on making a great pie crust helpful and that you enjoyed the recipe for apple bourbon pie. Let us know how the home baking goes! Thank you for your review and happy baking!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Rylan Buchanan • Mar 2024

The instructor was very knowledgeable. The food was awesome and something I know I can make at home and enjoy. The kitchen engine has such a nice set up for these classes. I just love the environment and opportunity to learn more about cooking with a real instructor verses youtube and blogs.

Teacher's response

Hi Rylan! Thank you for your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you found the class and instructor knowledgeable and enjoyed the delicious food! We hope to see you in another class soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Carolyn Pierce • Mar 2024

I have taken classes offered by Kristi previously and she is an exceptional teacher. Practical and easy to understand instructions. I appreciate the handout materials. I am excited to utilize this method of pie crust. Great value for the cost of this class; great interaction with those around my seating area. My enrollment in the class was for general and improved knowledge in pie making. Thank you Kristi & Kitchen Engine - I will continue to take classes and time permits.

Carolyn Pierce

Cassandra Friesen • Mar 2024

Materials provided were perfect for what we were doing and I learned some good techniques for decorating with frosting. The venue was really nice and the teacher was great and fun

Vicki L Holzemer • Mar 2024

Kristi does a great job on teaching in a way that makes you feel it will be easy to make whatever she is demonstrating. Very fun & like we can eat what was demonstrated.

Janet Vaughn • Mar 2024

This is a great class. I learned so much about GF products and which ones actually taste good and are good substitutes for gluten ingredients. Karmen’s career in nutrition was a bonus as she could explain not only how to make a meal gluten free, but healthy nutritionally.

Kenneth Dillon • Mar 2024

Wonderful date night! The teacher was great, very personable and fun to listen to while also knowledgeable about the science behind the food. The food was delicious and enjoyable to eat. We'll be back!

Amanda Bowers • Mar 2024

Thank you so much, Jamie Roberts! I doubted my cookie decorating skills, but it went so much better than I thought! Directions were clear and I learned some great tips. My sister and I had a great time. I'm so glad we got to attend!
LOVE this cookie recipe. Will definitely be making these for all the events! :)

Karen Osterland • Mar 2024

It was great having quick, simple but delicious menu items offered by a certified Dietician!

Christopher Deforest • Mar 2024

Nick was an excellent teacher, unstuffy, dealt with kitchen realities like I do, explained basic techniques as we went along and answered all sorts of questions on the fly. Oh, and the food was delicious!

Denise Johnston • Mar 2024

I love a sunday class, it fits in nicely with my schedule. I enjoy taking classes at the kitchen engine, and I am impressed with the new kitchen for classes, it works really great to see the chef cook or prep on the screen.
All the ingredients were fresh and we enjoyed smelling and feeling each item.
I look forward to more classes with Nick Ivers. my daughter and I had been hoping for a curry or thai class so to have a thai curry class was the best class for us.
He said he'll be doing other classes and I look forward to all the ones he's offering.

Shelley Lewis • Mar 2024

Nick was great - food was delicious! Looking forward to giving it a try at home.

Thank you!

Sonia Wagoner • Mar 2024

We were gifted the cooking class for Christmas by our son. We picked the Thai class and it did not disappoint. The chef was very informative with fun tips, and the food was amazing. The class was relaxing as we watched him prepare the food and explained techniques and substitutions The barista came around and took drink orders. The staff were all very friendly and we had a great experience. We would book again.

Janet Vaughn • Mar 2024

Great class- Our host, Nick, was personable, funny and knowledgeable. The 3 dishes served included a number of the unique ingredients found in Thai cooking so was helpful to learn where to find them and what to look for. The curry was a little spicy for my tastes, but the flavor was excellent. Loved the salad and sticky rice!

Ticia Kohls • Mar 2024

The class was great. I finally learned how to make great biscuits, and as a bonus, tasty gravy! Kristi is a great teacher. i liked that she came around to each station to check our dough. She also made sure we were kneading correctly. Learned some new skills.
I think the venue is perfect. One can clearly see the instructor. The mirrors a great for watching what the instructor is doing.
What I liked the most was eating the results!

Vicki L Holzemer • Mar 2024

Great class & lots of fun. Learned a lot & setting was perfect for learning. Thank you Kristi!

Vicki L Holzemer • Mar 2024

Great instructor & fun class. Soups tasted good! Love the kitchen layout - easy to see & follow for everyone.

Donna Harris • Mar 2024

Kristi is just the best, ever.
My 101 year old mother loves biscuits and gravy and that is why I took the class, I am taking the leftovers to her this afternoon, she lives independently at Touchmark and prefers to do her own cooking and baking. With the instructions, I can go over and make this treat with her.

Dena Moore • Mar 2024

I am getting together with a close friend to learn a delicious life skill—what a treat! The class flow and instruction were spot on. We plan to be back soon!

Carol Usa Wysham • Mar 2024

My husband and I always enjoy the cooking classes at the kitchen engine and we love pizza, so we decided to take the class. I appreciated the organization to have pizza ready to eat as we started the class, ation on appropriate toppings, and tips on baking. She then had us mix up our dough to take home and had preprepared dough for us to make our personal sized pizzas. All along we enjoyed sipping on a French wine. Looking forward to our next class.

Liz West • Mar 2024

Jaime was organized, fun and clear. I liked all of her recipes. I plan to add them to my soup lineup.

Jennifer Ballantyne • Mar 2024

Love soup! Love Jamie! Love the Kitchen Engine! Great demonstration class. Jamie’s creativity shone. She is a wealth of information. This was a very fun and inspiring class.

Debbie Oscarson • Mar 2024

The class was very fun. It was a get together for me and my sister. We both enjoyed it very much. It was really fun to try new things and sample some ingredients that are new to me and also get some great soup recipes to put into rotation. The classes at The Kitchen Engine are such a fun activity. I have enjoyed every one of them.

Rich Lightfoot • Mar 2024

My husband and I received a gift certificate from our daughter and son-in-law for Christmas and decided on the Gnocchi class. We wanted a hands on vs. a demonstration class. Unfortunately, my husband was sick the day of the class so my daughter filled in. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and learned how to properly make a proper pillow light “Nona” gnocchi.
Jen did a wonderful job explaining each step and was easy to follow the process. Both my daughter and I are practiced cooks and we learned some great tips.
Thank you Jen and your crew for an outstanding “Sunday Funday.”
Sue Lightfoot & Ashley Hamad

Lisa Griffin • Mar 2024

We absolutely loved the pizza class! This was our first cooking class at the Kitchen Engine, we will be back! Thank you!

Pommerening Janet • Mar 2024

Kristi was great. She provided very clear instructions, additional tips and kept everyone’s attention.

Heather Soares • Mar 2024

My daughter and I have taken multiple classes with you, but it was the first for my parents. Always great food, friendly atmosphere, and we learn something new every time!

Louise Defelice • Mar 2024

I loved this class! The facility and kitchen are beautiful. The gnocchi turned out delicious as did the sauces and dessert. I'll take what I learned and use it immediately. Highly recommend! Jamie is easy to follow and very talented.

Taylor Strozyk • Mar 2024

Our instructor was fun, bubbly, informative and worked at a great pace! She made for a great experience.

Alicia Bell • Mar 2024

Fantastic class! Thank you so much!

Susan Wensel • Mar 2024

The teacher was well organized and easy to understand. The class covered enough material that it felt like a great value. I learned a lot and feel like I can incorporate what I learned into my normal cooking practices.

Dana Greenwood • Mar 2024

I Loved the recipes and class was fun. Teacher was nice and I learned new stuff

Sandy Hale • Mar 2024

Great instructor – she took time and explained every step and the rationale behind it. She had a great sense of humor and made everyone in the class feel comfortable. The food was delicious, and the recipes that went along with. It were very clear and precise. Great class and I would take from her again.

Claudia Tately • Mar 2024

I took the gnocchi class with Jamie. She is a very skilled cook and provided several alternatives and ideas. We prepared 3 sauces (zucchini pesto, red sauce, white sauce) and potato gnocchi. I will NEVER eat packaged gnocchi again!

Monica Marshall • Mar 2024

First time taking a class. Really enjoyed it! Getting to keep the gnocchi board was an unexpected bonus. I would be interested in dumpling/shumai class. Thank you

Jamie Stephens - Thiel • Mar 2024

I really enjoyed the “hands-on” class rather than just observing the food being prepared. Especially, because it was a food cuisine I am totally not familiar with making at home. Nic did a wonderful job explaining and coaching the group.

Gloria Logan • Mar 2024

Chef Nick was a great instructor. His instructions were easy to follow which made this hands-on class fun. The spring rolls and satay chicken were delicious. We will definitely take another class from him.

Michelle Breining • Mar 2024

Great class! Thank you chef
Looking forward to making all of the items we made in this class……

Shawna Wade • Mar 2024

We enjoyed the class, but the instructor seemed very inexperienced and like he hadn’t actually prepared the foods ahead of time to be ready for the class. The rice paper may have been new and unfamiliar to him and it did not work well. I think some attendees were gluten free, and instead of getting GF wrappers just for them, he got all GF wrappers and they didn’t work well. I would have preferred if the larger group had not been not given the GF substitute because a couple of people were GF. Accommodations could have been made for them that didn’t mean sacrificing quality for the entire class. Other than that, the food was delicious and we had fun.

Teacher's response

Hi Shawna, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we appreciate your feedback! Nick is one of our newer chefs and this was his first time teaching hands-on spring rolls but he will be more prepared for the next one. Thanks to your suggestion, we will look into using both traditional and GF wrappers going forward in future classes. Thanks again, I hope you will join us again for another class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jessica L Crichton • Mar 2024

The teacher did really well and the instructions were very clear and the food tasted amazing! 10/10 I'm gonna come back definitely! :3

Breelyn Boe • Mar 2024

Jamie was a wonderful teacher, sharing so many great tips and tricks of cooking tofu as well as a variety of delicious recipes from sweet to savory. The 'fish sticks' and 'tartar sauce' were my faves. I learned a lot and was inspired to try some new dishes.

Rebekah Kimminau • Mar 2024

This was my first class at the Kitchen Engine. Absolutely loved my butter kitchen class! The chef was incredibly knowledgeable and explained all of the ingredients, where to find them and how to cook with them before even starting the recipes. She also walked us through each step and gave great papers that had all her notes! The food was delicious and having a bartender bring us drinks was such a nice touch. The space was set up perfectly for the class. 10/10 recommend! Can’t wait to try another class.

Alycia Staggs • Mar 2024

Everything in this class was delicious. Noreen is so knowledgeable and is such a great presence.

Chris Johnson • Mar 2024

I’ve wanted to take a cooking class for many years now. Indian food was an excellent choice! Noreen taught us much about spices, terms, how to mix ingredients, what to look for whilst cooking, and so much more. I loved rolling the naan bread and adding our spices to it! Noreen is an excellent teacher and the butter chicken was PHENOMENAL.

I think it was a good value. We had a great meal, learned a new skill, and it was all engaging and smelled so good!

Jason Mark • Mar 2024

This was a great class. The chef was fun and informative. We are excited to start making sushi at home.

Jacob Schnibbe • Mar 2024

-Valentines gift
-Isaac was awesome, very helpful and knowledgeable
-loved the round table environment
-learned three different ways of making sushi, excited to try/show friends
-worth the price of admission
-loved learning with my partner and something we can do together and have fun with at home

Janice • Mar 2024

Mirrors don't line up with production.
Sitting on the side of the cook makes viewing difficult

Robin Adams • Mar 2024

I enjoyed Vira’s cooking style. She answered all questions. The venue was great. Can’t wait to make chili rellenos! Excellent value. I enjoyed learning how to make chili rellenos as well as eating them. Look forward to taking more classes.

Alicia Birkner • Mar 2024

This class was a fun entertainment style class that opened my eyes to additional ways of meal planning. Quite often I get into a dinner rut and with just a little bit of planning and food prep, this class showed me how I can have 6 different hearty soup bases in my freezer. Then when I am in need of a quick dinner, these soup bases along with a few fresh chopped veggies and spices and/or sauces I already have in my kitchen, dinner can be ready in under 30 minutes.
Jamie and her staff were amazing as always, fun and engaging. I always look forward to the KE classes.

Colleen Mastor • Mar 2024

Loved the print out w/ details.
New kitchen really nice.
A Beverage should be complementary w/ the price of the class. Just suggesting.
Learn something every time.

Deborah Jennison • Mar 2024

Very informative and interesting. Food was delicious Teacher did a great job of explaining what she was doing and why.

Linda Rogel • Mar 2024

Very open & friendly instructor who explained directions clearly. Plus yummy results Would like to learn more from her. Been going to MX every winter for 45 yrs & love all Mexican food but didn’t know how to make chili rellenos.

Jerri Shepard • Mar 2024

Any class with Jaime is going to be fantastic. Jaime is an entertainer and brilliant chef. The soups were inspired and delicious. Can't wait to make these soups. Such a great idea to prep the base and add ingredients later. I will take any class Jaime is offering. She is a terrific teacher and makes the whole experience a culinary adventure.

Susan Pow • Mar 2024

Excellent class, excellent soup, excellent instructor. Highly recommend this class and can’t wait to sign up for more classes.

Samantha Brown • Mar 2024

Loved all the soups so much! It was great seeing the pop and drop approach for meal prep and I will definitely apply that at home. Jamie is the best instructor and I love the creativity and broad appeal of her vegetarian recipes.

Deborah Smith • Mar 2024

Wonderful session and learning filled
Such exciting vegetarian flavors!
Thanks for the opportunity to learn from Hamie!

Zach Burge • Mar 2024

Teacher was great, it was a fun environment, a little pricey for the overall experience.

Rebecca Anne Lacey • Mar 2024

Kristi is an excellent teacher and we have SO much fun in her classes! We would highly recommend any of the classes that she teaches and the food is delicious! Bring your friends! Five Stars for sure
Rebecca & Jim

Kimberly Callihan • Mar 2024

Great leader, wonderful content and food. Loved the 'kitchen'. Will highly recommend to all my friends.

Cara Schroeder • Mar 2024

This class was great. Jeff was entertaining and informative, and took the time to answer questions that popped up. We able to see everything either up close or on large monitors. All the dips and spreads we got to sample during class was delicious. We all got our own loaf of fresh bread to take home and a great bread pan. Jeff also came up with a playful competition for our attendees to compete and win a prize. Honestly, would recommend this class for the aroma alone.

Alicia Birkner • Mar 2024

Great class with great information. I’m looking forward to making my own sour dough! Thank you Jeff for such an informative session.

Janice Hodneland • Mar 2024

Came home with great information and a jar for our “mother”. So much useful information! Jeff as a great teacher! Fun personality!

Christine Bennett • Mar 2024

I am trying to learn to make more homemade bread. I haven’t been successful in making a good sourdough starter. I was very pleased that we got to take some home to start baking with. By this morning it had already doubled in size and I am ready to start my process! Jeff is a good instructor that keeps your interest! He is animated and little humorous and keeps the class moving at a great pace. Always open to questions and makes sure everyone hears the question and then gives the answer. I can’t wait for the next bread baking class

Deborah Smith • Feb 2024

Fascinating class
Not certain that I will carry on but I will watch the relaxed technique video to learn more

Daisy Smith • Feb 2024

I booked this sushi class as a family gift. There were 7 of us aged 9 to 62. We had a BLAST Everyone would do it again! The food was GREAT! The Venue, the staff, the chef made the experience absolutely perfect! Thank you!

Melinda Trudeau • Feb 2024

This class was a Christmas gift to my son. It gave us a chance to go out together and learn more about something we are both interested in. Kristi is an excellent teacher who seemed to enjoy passing on her skills. I found the experience very enjoyable. We plan to follow up with more classes at The Kitchen Engine.

Kari Crawford • Feb 2024

Isaac was amazing! So interactive and very informative! Fun too! Will be back for more classes in the future with him!

Syrah Rogers • Feb 2024

Isaac was so personable! He made the class easy to follow and so much fun!

Catherine Hughes • Feb 2024

This was our first cooking class. We absolutely loved Kristi and the staff. Everyone was so helpful and attentive. The crepes were super fun to make and were just amazing to eat. We bought a crepe pan to make crepes for our family when they come to visit.

Jana Lynn Eichwald • Feb 2024

The whole experience was a delight ️ The food was delicious & was super happy to learn another use for jalapeños. Thank you, Vira, and Kitchen Engine.

Nick Harrington • Feb 2024

Fun Class filled with some Delicious food! Nick had some great knowledge and good insider info on where to get the ingredients.

Candi Pariseau • Feb 2024

It was well organized with a good presentation in a professional kitchen and the most delicious recipes!

Carol McKenny • Feb 2024

I enjoyed the class and the teacher did a great job. The ingredients and utensils were
all ready for us, and we got to try the finished product. I liked having the recipes to bring home too.

Sandi Gaffney • Feb 2024

Everything was first class from the store to the class to the employees to the end product.

Ticia Kohls • Feb 2024

The instructor was "savory"! She was knowledgeable and gave many helpful hints. The scones were fabulous! I thought the price was very reasonable for the venue and ingredients. I would highly recommend these classes.

Terry Waterson • Feb 2024

This class was a good excuse to get together with a friend. Our teacher was fun, very knowledgeable and helped us make some of the best scones I’ve ever had. The savory scones she prepared ahead of the class were just the right crunchy on the outside and not dry on the inside. Besides learning how to make great scones I learned about the differences in butters and how they can affect the texture and taste of what you are baking, when to freeze for best results, great spices and flavorings.

Jennifer Lutz • Feb 2024

Great class! Beautiful venue. Delicious scones and great store. Will definitely check out more classes.

Therena Hatfield • Feb 2024

I took the class because I am trying to take a little meat out of my diet and my husband didn’t think tofu could taste like meat, but Jamie was knowledgeable and helped take the fear out of cooking it. Food tasted amazing and even my husband (who I took some home to) thought it was delicious. Thanks for the class. I will be taking another when it’s provided.

Mark Stiltz • Feb 2024

I appreciated that the instructor was an ordinary, down-home person, albeit quite knowledgeable. I felt I was armed with tried and true, traditional mexican cooking information.

Cori K Kogan • Feb 2024

My friend and I learned so much and enjoyed the entire experience. The food was so delicious too. Thank you!

Kathleen C Kwak • Feb 2024

It was a great class, the instructor was good about going step by step and also answering questions along the way. The room setup was really nice, if I was going to do it over I would come as a couple. I liked the setup the most, it was easy to work on your project!

Kelsey Grimmer • Feb 2024

Teacher was amazing and very open and honest about her preferences on food and what she enjoys! Very knowledgeable and very fun class!

Karen Fosberg Yamamoto • Feb 2024

My husband and I took Chef Vira's chili rellenos class. I loved her style of teaching and found it very informative and enjoyable. Even though it was not a hands on class, I think I can tackle the recipe on my own. The dish was delicious and would encourage others to take her classes.

Ann Hurst • Feb 2024

It was a great class and took the mystery out of chile rellenos. They came out beautifully and were delicious. I will definitely cook these at home. The beans with the bacon, and mexican rice dish were also very tasty. Appreciated tips on how to organize the putting it altogether.

Janelle Lee • Feb 2024

Vida made the class fun! I learned a few short cuts regarding the cheese and roasting the peppers. Rice and refried beans with bacon were yummy! Great place to take a cooking class!

Debra Schupp • Feb 2024

Teacher was very likable and demonstrated well. The facility was well put together although the ovens were really small. Material were informative and a good take home. Definitely learned some tips on how to better prepare meat for grilling and roasting. Loved the broiled shrimp too. Overall a great experience.

Scott Anderson • Feb 2024

Good was amazing Instructor did a great job. Would definitely take another class from her.

Diana Hiatt • Feb 2024

Jamie and her helpers did an energetic and informative class with class participation and demonstration at their in store kitchen. All the recipes were delicious and we went home with plenty to eat later. Lettuce wraps, burritos, fish sticks, and chocolate truffle pie. The pie was so great, I had to save half for another meal. They were able to handle gluten free requests on the fly. Great class!

Jerry Hynes • Feb 2024

Great experience. The instructor was excellent and the food she made, and then later we made, turned out terrific. We will be back!

Ashley Lewan • Feb 2024

Really like the step by step style of Curtis. He also takes time to answer questions while cooking. Learned some new skills that I can’t wait to try out.

Claudia Tately • Feb 2024

The occasion was Artisan Pizza. Kristi is awesome and provided us with all the skills we need to be able to make that perfect crust. And so many ideas for toppings! She answered all our questions in an easy to understand manner. She makes the class fun and I can’t wait to sign up for other classes.

Lisa Kaufman • Feb 2024

Excellent class presentation and informative. Kristi answered all questions, gave us great tips and tricks. The Kitchen space provided was good even with a larger group. Purchased many items used during the class. Well worth cost for a hands on class. Looking forward to many more classes

Mario Wierzchowski • Feb 2024

It was informative, fun, and interactive. We learned some new techniques and discovered better ways to get more consistent results with our pizza.

David Watling • Feb 2024

Kristi was great! We learned a lot and look forward to trying it on our own. Answered all of our questions!

Kristopher Hassett • Feb 2024

This was a Christmas present and we loved it. Our second class. Struggled with pizza dough in the past and feel much more confident. Kristi is so knowledgeable. We would love to see more Mexican classes- tamales, salsas, etc. thanks.

Frank Brou • Feb 2024

I just completed the second class in the Cooking 101 series. This class was also a great experience. I've been cooking for years, but I'm learning a great many things from the classes. Chef Curtis is clear and well-prepared. I really appreciate the easy access to him and his willingness to explain. The dishes chosen seem to represent the planned cooking methods thoroughly. Last night's class was thoughtfully arranged to accommodate the times needed for all to prepare and cook our dishes. The support staff is also great; in addition to helping Chef Curtis they're also friendly and helpful for the students. I'm excited to complete all four classes!

Christina S Roberts • Feb 2024

Amazing class - Jeff is so patient and a wealth of knowledge!
Thank you - I will be coming back for more classes in the future

Julie Farris • Feb 2024

Jeff is a very knowledgeable instructor & handles questions well. Very important to listen carefully -especially at the beginning as he explains feeding the starter & how it’s used. Would be nice if drink orders could be taken before class instruction starts as it’s difficult to hear over the talking. A few more details on the written instructions might reduce the repeat questions. Am anxious to feed the starter I brought home & then make my first loaf of sourdough bread!

Marcia Phillips • Feb 2024

Excellent instructor giving us practical information and valuable handouts. Great time management. So appreciate the assistants.

Janielle Hedt • Feb 2024

Jamie is a wonderful teacher and her assistants were fantastic! This is the second class I have taken here and they were both wonderful. The food is great and it is well worth the price.

Ann Hurst • Feb 2024

This was a very fun class. Rice came out perfect, enchilada sauce was delicious and easy to make. The beans were very good too. It was good to have hands on so you get the feel of doing the rice and sauce. Will definitely make this meal at home. Jamie is a great teacher.

Marcia Phillips • Feb 2024

Wonderful recipes and her enthusiasm for teaching is contagious. Assistants so helpful and friendly. Joyful…

Victoria Redlin • Feb 2024

Jamie is such a great chef and teacher. I have always wanted to learn about basic Mexican cooking. The food was delicious. Among the other amazing tips I learned was how to take the heat out of jalapeno peppers. Salsa Roja calls for 2 jalapenos peppers. I looked at those peppers and thought I would not be able to eat the salsa. But, my son and I followed Jamie's instructions: take the white vein out and all the seeds. Amazing, no heat! Just a wonderful tasting Salsa Roja. Thank you so much Jamie. Well done.

Jenn Phillabaum • Feb 2024

This class was engaging and informative. I’ve always wanted to learn how to make sourdough bread. I left this class with the knowledge and skills to do so!

Rhea Rocks • Feb 2024

Great class! We learned so much! We are excited to come to your next class

Becky Nelson • Feb 2024

Jeff made something I was very intimidated by make sense to me so that I can try to make my own sourdough which I’ve wanted to do for a long time. This class provided good information and insight and was well worth it. Thank you!

Brittany Schwandt • Feb 2024

Steak was great, definitely preferred this experience and learning some new tips over eating in a steak house

Frank Garcia • Feb 2024

The teacher clearly explained what we were doing and gave good answers to student questions.

Sydnie Jacobson • Feb 2024

Instructor was nice and informative. The bread was good. I would say this class was 25% hands on instead of 50%. We did not make the dough, but instead only put it into the pan. The instructor said we did not make the bread from the beginning because there wasnt enough time. The class then ended 45 minutes early. This was concerning for a class that I expected more out of for the price.

Joelle Chester • Feb 2024

Jeff shared priceless tips about our ingredients, what to look for, and products that help make baking easier—enjoyed every minute.

Hanna Harrison • Feb 2024

teacher was friendly, approachable and knowledgeable! I learned about dough consistency and temperature. I liked the fresh made bread at the beginning that we all got to try :)

James Chavez-Muramatsu • Feb 2024

Fun occasion, great food! We enjoyed good company and learned about making great steaks. Great chef. Thank you!

Amie Kimmerly • Feb 2024

We had an amazing time. Best valentines spent - dinner and a show! Al and the ladies helping were all amazing and the food was so delicious! Would highly recommend and certainly will try to attend again in the future.

Mary K Mora • Feb 2024

We attended the plant based Valentine dinner. The food was fantastic and the teacher was great. There was a slight interruption which caused us to be distracted. I missed the desert segment but the team was so gracious and accommodating. We got to enjoy it again the next day. Can't wait to try and replicate the meal. Great memories ️.

Luis Salazar • Feb 2024

The valentines dinner was amazing! Lots of fun and very good food would do it again!

Dedrick King • Feb 2024

The experience was great everything was flavorful and delicious. Thank you for the great experience.

Ashley Smith • Feb 2024

We enjoyed the class very much and will return for other classes. I do wish there was more cooking to watch rather than quick short pieces.

Melissa Berry • Feb 2024

This was a galentine’s class for my mom and I and it was a lot of fun! I think they could have brought the drinks out sooner especially since people were running late but otherwise everyone was nice and the instructor was, as always, great!

Mark Jones • Feb 2024

Jaime, as well as, entire staff were excellent. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars was the food itself was not for our taste. We were experimenting with plant-based food, so this was a new experience for us.

We learned to make pasta and feel confident that we could recreate the pasta in the future. Thank you to all of you.

Kimberly Dominguez • Feb 2024

This was a Birthday surprise dinner for my husband he is a steak guy. We both learned a lot from Al how to pick out a delicious steak at the store to seasoning and cooking the perfect steak. The bonus was getting to try all the delicious steak he prepared for us at our class. Thanks for a wonderful dinner and class Al we totally enjoyed ourselves.

Merribeth Midtlyng • Feb 2024

Learning about the parts of a cow as well as a way to cook it and keep the temperature consistent the way you like was useful. The instructor was entertaining and informative ~ appreciate him being very open to all questions asked from the students. Also appreciated learning about a quick, easy and tasty desert that we tried the following evening. The venue is fantastic ~ having screens to see as well as watch was great. I look forward to doing this again in the future ️

Bob Alexander • Feb 2024

Very good info and learned a lot for a reasonable price.
Great instructor and very good atmosphere.

Lauren Berg • Feb 2024

Our teacher Al was entertaining and informative! Dinner was so delicious. I highly recommend this class.

Beth Raleigh • Feb 2024

Great class! I was impressed by Al’s knowledge of cooking steaks and his humor was very entertaining!

Sue Hackler • Feb 2024

Isaac was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. He made it easy to learn how to make the sushi. All of the ingredients were fresh. Everything was very clean.

Tammy Goshorn • Feb 2024

It was an amazing class, enjoyed every aspect of it. Wish the aprons and head band were included to keep but over all great experience!

Clara Scott • Feb 2024

The class was the perfect Christmas gift for my daughter and I to share together. The instructor was charming and knowledgeable. The materials and equipment were very well organized which kept the class flowing smoothly. The teaching kitchen provided a bright and spacious learning environment. It was fun and at the end we were treated with a fabulous gnocchi dinner! Yum

Lauren Wold • Feb 2024

Got this class as a gift for my 18th birthday. I love sushi and wanted to learn how to make some. Class was great. Never a dull moment. Brought a friend and we had an awesome time. Can’t wait to try to make some rolls on my own. Thanks for everything.

Alisa May Johnson • Feb 2024

To say I am a novice baker would be granting me too much experience, so it was with trepidation that I signed up for this class. My worries were for nothing! Chef Curtis did a wonderful job demonstrating the procedures, answering questions, and organizing the print information we received. By working in pairs, we each had time to practice enough to take the fear of the unknown out of the process. Participants encouraged each other and Chef Curtis was always gracious about errors, emphasizing that pate a choux takes time and practice to learn well. The tester food was delicious, too! I had a great time and will definitely take another class in the future.

Angie Foster • Feb 2024

My husband and I loved this Italian wine pairing. Our wine aficionado, Antonio, provided us with beautiful wines rich in flavor as well as history of the different areas of Italy. Our chef provided us a nice variety of dishes that created a wonderful taste on the palate when finished with a sip of wine. Thank you for a most enjoyable experience.

Kim Vargo • Feb 2024

Learned so much. Great food and excellent wine.
Can't wait for next time.
Thanks.

Katheran Goins • Feb 2024

I loved the teacher and the venue. The class was informative, tasty and well organized.

Debbie Ribar • Feb 2024

Chef Curtis Smith was very down to earth. He encouraged questions and provided us with a hands on experience. I will apply my new found skills (hopefully!) to make some delicious creme puffs for my niece's bridal shower. Great evening.

Meagan Garrett • Feb 2024

Great class. Chef Curtis was fun and informative. Food was awesome. I really enjoyed it!

Jane Schlachter • Feb 2024

I enjoyed the whole class, Alex was great, the venue couldn’t have been better.

Lisa Hiler • Feb 2024

Attended the class after falling in love with baking thru the GBBS (didn't we all? :-)). Chef Curtis made what seemed like a very advanced pastry skill extremely easy to accomplish. Lots of great visual and verbal explanation and tips for the 'home' cook. And tasty treats to both enjoy in class and bring home. Will definitely attend another class at the Kitchen Engine.

Ticia Kohls • Feb 2024

The venue was ideal, and the chef was knowledgeable and clear. The class size was perfect because everyone got to interact with the chef. The price was a tad bit high, but I would definitely take another class at the Kitchen Engine.

Vivian Nielsen • Feb 2024

Gave this class to my daughter as a Christmas present. We love these classes. Food instruction was excellent and eating with others was fun!

Riley Cory • Feb 2024

Got this class for myself and my dad as a birthday gift for him. It’s was SO much fun and we will definitely be signing up for more. Jamie was well spoken and so kind and fun.

Rachelle Bush • Feb 2024

We wanted to spend some quality time between our mom and sisters. It was a fun night. The instructor was fabulous. We will defiantly be back. Thank you!

Paul Pommerening • Feb 2024

teacher was good. He did involve audience and explained any questions.
I think two of the three recipes were great. the noodle dish was ok but the other two were better. the soup was really really good.
I would say there was value for money and would take another class from him.

two negatives:
The final dish was doled out to the attendees but there was such a time lag between the first and last people as to be annoying. I don't know how to fix this but it really was not good for the final couple of servings.

This is personal and just bothered me. I had gotten a cup of coffee before the event started ( 15 min before) and then brought what was left to the event. The girl serving drinks never asked me if i would like wine or a beverage as she asked all the other attendees. Almost seemed like she was purposely avoiding me. I will say at the final stages she did ask me if i wanted anything but that was a little too late. Am I never coming back because of if it,of course not. just found it annoying.

Victoria Redlin Bitton • Feb 2024

As always, Kristi is a great chef and teacher. The materials provided are excellent. Lots of options were listed so you don't forget. This means you can adapt these recipes for any occasion. What I like the most is tasting the dishes we learned about!

Robert Cassano • Jan 2024

The class was a wonderful way to spend an evening. It was informative, entertaining, and delicious.

Brenda Davis • Jan 2024

We always enjoy the classes. This one was also enjoyable. Nick's dishes were good. I learned that fresh noodles are not for me. Too much work and they didn't absorb much of the flavor of the sauce they were cooked in.
I really enjoyed Nick passing around the ingredients to see and smell them. The tip on the best coconut milk brand was good.

Joy Beardsley • Jan 2024

This is our fourth kitchen engine class. My son and I have made this our ‘thing’ :) This is our second class with Kristy too, and we thoroughly enjoyed it! A great mix of demonstration, solid base recipes and tips on how to customize and add your own ‘flavor’ to each dish. So very happy that you continue to offer these classes!

Emily Parry • Jan 2024

Instructor was wonderful and very fun and knowledgeable. Great at showcasing unfamiliar ingredients, answering questions and giving options/substitutions suggestions.

My one improvement was that there was no cooking done by the participants which was disappointing. While it was great to still learn some things, if a class is going to be non interactive in the way that the participants will be doing no cooking/practicing it should be noted in the class details.

Teacher's response

Hi Emily,

Thanks so much for taking time to review the class! We love that Nick makes Thai food more attainable for the home cook and can help navigate where to find ingredients and what the ingredients are! I'm sorry you were disappointed that there was no hands-on participation, we offer a mix of both entertainment-style and hands-on classes to suit all our guests' needs. Whenever you click on a class, check out the top of the listing, it will always tell you the amount of hands-on participation to expect in the class!

Thanks again, we hope to see you in class!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Rhonda Chinault • Jan 2024

We loved this class. We learned where to purchase the ingredients we would need to make the dishes. I learned that making these dishes will be a lot easier than I anticipated. I’m super excited about making Tom Kah Gai l, since it’s my favorite!

Jessica Bouten • Jan 2024

We attended the Valentine's Cookie Decorating class with Jamie. Jamie was extremely knowledgeable and patient as we learned the new skill. She even gave each of us a personalized cookie at our decorating station. So fun! The best part was being able to take the cookies home with us to share! As always, the Kitchen Engine was the perfect venue.

Gwendy Greenhagen • Jan 2024

The teachers were both great! Very knowledgeable in their craft The Kitchen is perfect and the food was wonderful We learned how to pull the perfect shot of espresso and steam milk for latte art. We enjoyed the whole class. Thanks so much

Jessica Loncosty • Jan 2024

So much fun and delicious food! Jamie is obviously passionate and talented when it comes to food and I very much enjoyed watching her demonstrations and tasting her recipes!

Barbara Irvin • Jan 2024

Enjoyed the event very much. Treated my 3 daughters for a fun night out! Thank you!

Linda Eberle • Jan 2024

Great teacher she provided all materials and sent us home with practice sheets and icing.

Lynn Mounsey • Jan 2024

Joyful Kristi provided brilliant, easy-to-follow instructions in making the versatile sweet or savory recipe! Her instruction and expert tips for making the sublime galette dough either by hand or with food processor were clear, thorough and easy to replicate at home. Yummy and fun!

Debra Kowalkowski • Jan 2024

Once again Jamie walked through and demonstrated techniques that have every participant going home with a box of beautiful and delicious cookies. A fantastic class!

Angie Foster • Jan 2024

It was a fun time and I learned something new. Thank you. One two thre more words

Julie Richburg • Jan 2024

Jamie was a personable and fun teacher. She was a wealth of information. I learned new techniques to decorate cookies. The venue was welcoming and accommodating. I had so much fun!

Cathy Carlson • Jan 2024

My mom and I came to the sweet and savory Galette class and had a great time. We learned the right consistancy to make our crust perfect! Both of the types of galettes tasted really great.

Kristi is awesome and we will for sure come back at some point for another class.

Julie Ernest • Jan 2024

The time of day for the class was perfect. Thank you for having so many assistants to facilitate the class.

Frank Brou • Jan 2024

Chef Curtis was able to spend time with each student and help as needed. The pacing was good, and I wish I had an assistant to prep and clean up!

Rebecca Lacey • Jan 2024

We had so much fun at Kristi's class! Making and eating a Galette with her is a great experience. She is such a good teacher and so down to earth with her presentations as well as humor. Our next class after the Valentine's dinner will be her pie class in March!
Keep them coming Kristi! Rebecca and Jim

Shaun Irland • Jan 2024

The instructor was knowledgeable and easy to understand. The planned foods really showed the difference in cooking methods. Having all the helpers was great and they reacted very well to prep, cleaning, and the unexpected.

Ann Kleist • Jan 2024

Excellent facility, staff was wonderful!
Kristi was an awesome teacher. She explained everything so clearly and patiently. Food was delicious

Deborah Smith • Jan 2024

Great teacher, great food, lovely venue, lots of fun, nice variety of flavors and foods

Tracy Hesler • Jan 2024

Lovely. Teacher was warm and supportive. I am inspired to make galettes in inventive ways.

Stacey Bogdanowicz • Jan 2024

Great class, good instructor , I enjoyed the heat plates so we could cook right in front of us!

Leisa Baker • Jan 2024

Noreen was a fabulous teacher who has the passion and drive for teaching the intricacies of Indian cooking! She has an amazing personality and made sure everyone in the class understood everything and was happy with the final creations! She seemed nice enough to be a future friend too!

Abbie Roskop • Jan 2024

I really enjoyed the class, I learned a lot. The instructor was friendly. At times I wished the class was smaller so I could have asked more questions.

Mary Obrien • Jan 2024

My sister and I had the greatest time learning new day to day skills in this 101 course. Chef Curtis was very knowledgeable and easy to approach with questions! We will be taking the rest of the series!

Emily Parry • Jan 2024

Instructor was friendly, approchable and knowledgeable. Assistants were welcoming and very helpful. We learned some great techniques that will be useful to build upon. Can't wait for the next session!

Alicia Birkner • Jan 2024

Another great KE class. Very informative and the hands on was great. Chef Curtis Smith was fun and engaging while providing an excellent training. Recipes and instruction were easy to follow and our handmade samples were amazing. Looking forward to using my new skills and taking the next class.

Ashley Lewan • Jan 2024

What a wonderful class! It’s nice to have the foundation to cook confidently at home. Wonderful instruction and delicious recipes to take with us.

Kristy Smith • Jan 2024

My husband and I really enjoyed the sushi making class. We loved everything about it and would definitely do it again! Everyone was very nice and helpful. We truly enjoyed our experience.

Stacy Jaramillo • Jan 2024

Great instructors. They truly cared about the experience. Great also to use different demo espresso machines. Very informative to produce latte art and the craft of espresso shots. Would have liked to practice the different latte art designs more, however.

Debbie Doll • Jan 2024

Great class. Really fun and I felt like you really get your money’s worth.

Shauna Johnson • Jan 2024

Do I drink coffee? No. Do I drink espresso? No. However, I loved this class. The instructors from Doma were so helpful. I learned how the grinds, time, weight, and ratios can either create a delicious cup of awesomeness or a horrible bitter sour shot of something else. Katie and Joey managed to cram some knowledge in my brain and make it fun. In the end, I enjoyed my first latte made by yours truly. Definitely recommend!

Ira McMorris • Jan 2024

Great class. We had a great time. Staff were helpful. Enjoyed the bonus information around sauces and getting to try a pesto that used pecans.

Lindsey Morrell • Jan 2024

We learned so much and had a great time! The instructors were very knowledgeable, encouraging and down-to-earth. We really enjoyed the class and feel a lot more confident in how to make better than average coffee at home.

Krystina Vaughn • Jan 2024

Really enjoyed the class! There was snacks and ice cold water which was important to me. The teachers were knowledgeable and understanding. I went with some friends and we all had a great time!

Raeann Raisor • Jan 2024

Fun unique experience! Great snacks. I loved leaving with coffee beans. I’ll def be back for another class.

Rebecca McDonald • Jan 2024

Norden was great. Easy to follow instructions and added tips. Highly recommend this class for wonderful delicious recipes!

Becky Barnhart • Jan 2024

Fun hands on class with my son! Learned a few fun facts and had a good time

Christine Spinnell • Jan 2024

The Instructor was great and we learned a lot about the art of sushi! Everything was well prepped and the learning experience was enjoyable.

Doug Dompier • Jan 2024

Norden was a great presenter. Her explanation & instruction was clear & easy to.follow. she was prepared with writtne cooking instructions which include tips

Donna Huck • Jan 2024

The teacher was friendly and detailed. The kitchen was very nice, but pretty cold, wear more layers. The helpers were every where and kept the pace on track. Nice time, we had fun.

Barbara Irvin • Jan 2024

Really enjoyed Vira. Such a nice lady. She was very thorough in explaining recipes and answered questions. Food was delicious.

Susan Hanley • Jan 2024

The teacher was entertaining and very knowledgeable. The rice and bans were wonderful and the chili rellenos were fantastic. Can’t wait to take her soup class.

Jana Framstad • Jan 2024

Vira was enjoyable, knowledgeable and answered all questions. Plus the food was delicious
The venue is terrific!

Brian Fleck • Jan 2024

My daughter and I enjoyed your class. Perhaps it's my fault for not reading the details more closely but I was personally disappointed we weren't able to do every step of the bread making process on our own. I would take other classes and the staff was very professional and friendly.

Dori McAllister • Jan 2024

Jeff is a great instructor. It was a fun class. I took my 14 year old who has been asking to learn to make yeast bread. Jeff was able to answer all of my bread related questions. I’d highly recommend!

Christine Bennett • Jan 2024

I liked that all the tools we needed were ready and available for us. Instruction was good and had a nice flow to it. He didn’t jump around or back and forth. Was nice that we got to work with the product like OJT training. Got to know how the dough is supposed to feel and look.

Bobbi Konshuk • Jan 2024

Enjoyed the class. Jeff is awesome and very informative and answered all questions . Thank you

Caitlin Millert • Jan 2024

The teachers were very knowledgeable and insightful. For me I wish that there was more education, but it was a perfect balance with hands on and didactic.

Alison Olsen • Jan 2024

This is the first class I’ve taken with The Kitchen Engine, and it definitely made me want to come back for more! The instructor was very clear in her directions, but she was also very receptive to questions and happy to provide more context. Not only did we get copies of the recipes used, but we were able to take notes throughout the process, which will really help me to replicate them at home.
Once the demonstrations were complete, we were able to practice our pie baking skills and make mini pies to take home! While those were baking, we got to try both the chicken pot pie and the apple bourbon pies made earlier during the demonstrations. Spoiler alert: they were delicious!
Thank you for a great experience and I can’t wait to come back!

Erin Brooks • Jan 2024

The teacher was fantastic, she really made things easy to understand and was happy to answer any question. Food was good, but I wish there were more hands on things to do and I wish they had more hands on classes in general.

Chelsea Lind • Jan 2024

Absolutely loved our teacher she was so knowledgeable and good at explaining everything. The class was so fun and the food was incredible

Jessica Scott-Romesburg • Jan 2024

The class went at a great pace. Learned tips and tricks. Never had made a pie in my life and was influenced enough to by a pie pan and rolling pin to try it on my own.

Chandler Roselli • Jan 2024

I would’ve loved to go further into other types of coffee, lattes, cortado, all of those….although I know time was limited so that would be tough. We had a blast tho and loved all of the knowledge! Thank you so much.

Trina Starkey • Jan 2024

Great venue and setup, good value for the money with instruction, starter, jar and references. Written materials were not enough, teaching was good but if you couldn't get it all written down on your own, you'd be a bit lost once home. The websites given in written material, however, are great. Overall a great day!

Taysha Cosper-Behen • Jan 2024

We’ve never experienced a class (outside of standard education), so we had zero expectations. We are also not coffee snobs, pressing brew on our Keurig is as fancy as it gets in our household.

The two Doma instructors did a wonderful job of explaining every step and the “method behind the madness”. We easily followed along and LOVED the hands on learning. Although we aren’t coffee enthusiasts (yet), they’ve sparked some intrigue.

We felt the room was a bit tight and moving around to get a good look at what the instructors were showing (specifically the espresso machines) was a bit of a challenge.

We also greatly appreciated the snacks and water. With the amount of caffeine ingested this kept us from feeling sick.

Overall, we loved it and are GREATLY looking forward to our next class with Kitchen Engine. Fingers crossed there will be a Sushi 101 class scheduled on the weekend. (Wink, wink).

Thank you!
- The Behen’s

Kristina Modica • Jan 2024

The teachers were knowledgeable and made things easy to understand. Great class for those looking to get more into brewing coffee.

Nickie Lustig • Jan 2024

I learned a ton and had a great experience! I cannot wait to try cooking steaks at home. I want to try making the dessert too!

Madison Leeth • Jan 2024

Sooo good! I learned so much and really enjoyed his energy. Will take more classes.

Rhonda Lee • Jan 2024

Only suggestion is to get a beef chart
We really enjoyed the class. Thanks to the chef and his assistants. We will definitely recommend to friends.

Kari Pease • Jan 2024

We enjoyed the instruction, took notes and appreciated the knowledge- nice relaxing atmosphere -Thank you

Laurie Hamblen • Jan 2024

It was all great. I can’t think of anything I would suggest for improvement.

Spencer Jacobs • Jan 2024

Great teacher, very friendly and informative. The recipe we went home with is very user friendly and approachable. I have a much better handle on what doughs are for what and how to use dough in general! Many thanks to all those involved.

Jill Doornink • Jan 2024

We love making pizza and all things around that so it was fun to learn of a very good dough recipe to do all that!

Amanda Arnold • Jan 2024

Amazing class The instructor did an incredible job and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back!

Sandi Lyman • Jan 2024

I absolutely loved this class and Teacher. Kristi was so clear and knowledgeable! She went through each step and had so many great tips and tricks! We got make two things, watch her make another and eat all 3- plus make we made a batch of dough to take home. Great value! I also loved how small the class was- great for questions and conversation! Thank you Kristi

Oscar Haupt • Jan 2024

Curtis was very engaging and his prep work made a big deference. He made the class enjoyable and easy to follow. Showing mistakes was a great idea because when doing this alone, I will remember how I can fix it. Thank you Curtis and thank you Kitchen Engine Staff.

Wendy Anderson • Jan 2024

What a great facility for a cooking class. The class was well done and very interesting. I honestly can’t think of anything that could be improved to make it better. Great job, and thank you for a great evening.

Gwen Zugish • Jan 2024

Thank you! Fun class with plenty of helpful tips to make first baking attempt at home successful!

Brandon Rankin • Jan 2024

The class was a lot of fun. Chef Smith was a great instructor - easy to understand & follow. The entire staff were responsive and wonderful. We will definitely take more classes at the Kitchen Engine!

Haley Sieverding • Jan 2024

This class was amazing! The teacher was engaging and provided so many tips and tricks. I feel like I could go home and make these no problem. All the materials were provided. The food was incredible

Alex Marmon • Jan 2024

Awesome intro to sushi and a super fun class, can't wait for the next one!

Leslie Cloud • Jan 2024

Jeremy was a great instructor! His extra helpers were attentive and very helpful especially because I was a solo chef and needed an extra hand.

I learned the basics of making pasta as well as some top cook tips!

Thanks again!

Lyle Wendling • Jan 2024

Carefully done with good information. Very personable and chef interacted well with large group. Very positive and set up was all done before we arrived.

Margaret Barbieri • Jan 2024

Jeremy was a great teacher! We learned a great deal. Thank you so much, Jeremy!

Karen Franks-Harding • Jan 2024

Loved it! Isaac was entertaining and informative! It was great to learn about the ingredients and where to purchase them.

Karen Spotts • Jan 2024

The alfredo and marinara sauces were my favorite! Jamie was personable and gave clear instruction. I loved leaving with new ideas to implement at home, ie. never buying salad dressing from the store again.

Thank you for a great evening!

Bonnie Murphey • Jan 2024

Jamie is a clear, organized and encouraging teacher! It was a nice mix of hands-on practice with visual demonstration. I'll definitely try Gnocchi at home soon. The sauces were all easy and delicious. The zucchini pesto was especially delicious. Thanks!

Mele Fenenbock • Jan 2024

Jamie was a phenomenal teacher She made the class very approachable and fun and the food turned out fantastic ! I will be taking more classes from her in the future.

Janelle Lee • Jan 2024

Jamie was a great teacher! She made it easy! Tons of yummy food and leftovers to take home. I would highly recommend!

Monica Bramble • Jan 2024

The grandkids thoroughly enjoyed it and can’t wait to try another class. Great day!

Melissa Quinn • Dec 2023

Kids did the young chef’s class and they loved it. They got to try ingredients they’ve never had before and they got to take the recipes home. Very hands on… kids want to go back!

Chrissy Hoeksema • Dec 2023

My 11 old loved this class. She said Chef Jaime explained everything really well, including the "why" behind the steps in the recipe. Everything tasted delicious. As a parent, I appreciated the clear description of the course and the class time slot during Christmas break!

Peggy Simpson • Dec 2023

Great class. My grandson enjoyed class. He has taught his mother and I how to make pasta

Jayne McLaughlin • Dec 2023

The sushi class was a great learning experience with Isaac who was very engaging and drew attention to all of the particular details that were important in making successful sushi rolls. He was a confident and knowledgeable teacher and happy to help us when things did not quite go to plan (me!). Yummy too! Very hands on which was fun. Thank you.

McKenna Jones • Dec 2023

Loved it! We would love to do more classes for kids. Great set up perfect time of day. She really enjoyed it. Even a simple basic class that isn't anything fancy (like basic grill cheese, turning on and off a stove etc, boiling water with normal pasta, cutting veggies and fruiti mean basics; would be so nice from a parents perspective!

Jan Vigil • Dec 2023

Great fun all around. People were fun and friendly. Isaac was a good and personable instructor

Laura Baumgardner • Dec 2023

My daughter loved the young chefs class and came home excited about what she created. I can’t wait to have her make the recipe for us at home!

Brian Weidel • Dec 2023

10 year old says: “It was very fun. I liked that we got to make a lot of the stuff ourselves. The process for making spanakopita dough was fun but the filling part was gross.”
Mom says: she was excited to go to every kids class this week and she tried tons of new food!

Kari Patterson • Dec 2023

My twins had a wonderful time and were so excited to share what they made and can’t wait to try another class.

Diane Betts • Dec 2023

My granddaughter age 9, loved it. The kitchen/cooking class area is beautiful. I can’t wait to take a cooking class there myself.

Tracy Hageman • Dec 2023

I didn’t stay cause it was for the kids but my daughter loved it

Violet Weidel • Dec 2023

My daughter had a blast and tried new things! Jamie made the class fun and informative, so she came away feeling like an expert.

Violet Weidel • Dec 2023

My daughter was all smiles at pick up, got to try new tastes and cooking techniques, and said she couldn’t wait to go back again! She said the teacher was fun and kind :-)

Jessica Veselka • Dec 2023

Our chef was super knowledgeable, helpful and funny! 10/10 recommend
Such a great night out with the family! And the sushi was delicious

Eashen Liu • Dec 2023

My daughter attended this class and she enjoyed the menu, the instructions and can't wait to return tomorrow!

Penny Spencer • Dec 2023

My 8 yr old granddaughter had a great time. She loved learning about the sweet and vegetable as she said. She made a fun and really wants to go back. She said the staff was super nice.

Carl E Pearman Jr • Dec 2023

The teacher was nice friendly and helpful and was JJ d. Thank you so much

Patti A Jacques-Smith • Dec 2023

The teacher is very knowledgeable and creates a fun atmosphere. It is obvious that he has had lots of experience baking as well as teaching. I would highly recommend any class that he teaches.

Jacqueline L Lake • Dec 2023

Kristi was a great teacher— positive, clear in her instructions, provided practical adaptations and recipes that I will actually use.

Vanessa Branstetter • Dec 2023

Loved it Thank you So many options to try! Great instructor. Tasty samples! Will be back.

Linh Earl • Dec 2023

What a great class, it was my first time even doing a cooking class. And it was wonderful. Chef Curtis was knowledgeable, nice and helpful. Loved having all the recipes printed and on a clipboard with a pen to write notes.
Wish there were more options for drinks as we don't drink alcohol or coffee. Overall, going to tell my friends about it and looking forward to signing up for another class.

Teacher's response

Hi Linh,
So glad you enjoyed the class, Curtis is a wonderful instructor! Next time your in class, feel free to ask our server to make a recommendation from our soda, kombucha, and flavored water options. We also have over 40 varieties of tea, including lots of caffeine free options.

Thank you for your review!

Best,
Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Mary Beth Olsen • Dec 2023

Chef Chris was outstanding. Easy to watch and understand. Great recipes and ideas. Will definitely be looking forward to more classes

Melanie Kaiser • Dec 2023

This was a fun, hands on class. I’m going to try to make several of the recipes for Christmas.

Diana Parrish • Dec 2023

Nice class Instructor was very good. I enjoyed the class and the cookies were very good

Patti A Jacques-Smith • Dec 2023

Teacher was very knowledgeable and provided a fun and comfortable experience. Nice selection of appetizers.

Lisa Ellingsen • Dec 2023

Great facility, our instructor was fantastic, kept things simple but added additional options to mix things up in the future .

Bob & Bonni Aagard • Dec 2023

We had a wonderful time learning how to make a delicious Prime Rib, and we are excited to put all we learned into our Christmas dinner Al was a good teacher, and we appreciated he took time to answer all the questions, we, and others, asked him! The Kitchen Engine has a fabulous kitchen to be in. We were close to everything going on, as well as being able to view what was going on by looking at the large TV screens.
We intend to take another class in the near future.

Jo O'Malley • Dec 2023

Fun informative class for a good overview of decorating cookies with royal icing. The prepped materials (cookies, icing colors and bags) were all of top quality and easy to use. Jamie kept the class moving at a good pace while demonstrating the techniques for everyone to see. Her designs were easy enough for beginners but had enough details to make them seem professional. My only issue was lack of work space so that I ended up touching the drying cookies while decorating others so that was kind of frustrating. The staff at the Kitchen Engine were friendly and helpful.

Amanda Nelson • Dec 2023

Had the best time at our cookie decorating class! The materials were well prepared, and all we had to do was the fun part. Jamie was fun, engaging, patient, and explained things thoroughly. The cookie designs were simple enough for beginners but still ended up looking amazing. Aside from the cookies, we got to take home the leftover frosting and I’ve been so inspired I want to decorate more! :) Overall, a super fun night. Will definitely be back for another class!

Candace Mumm • Dec 2023

Can’t wait for the next one Made intricate work fun and easy! Jamie us a hoot!

Carma Mathieson • Dec 2023

It was so much fun! I want to take another class! The instructor was very informative and fun! If you live in the area. Take the class. You will have an awesome time! Two thumbs up

Charles Ryan • Dec 2023

Al Batson and all of the KE staff conducted an informative, professional and fun culinary demonstration and provided everyone with a great meal to boot and new recipes to take home.

I would have like more information about details of the types of beef options available in Spokane as well as other types/cuts of meat that can roasted in the manner illustrated or other home oven techniques. Maybe a another class on this topic?

Marcia Phillips • Dec 2023

Al was entertaining and gave us lots of good advice about prime rib. Absolutely delicious meal.

Tara Moses • Dec 2023

The entire experience was great, the location, the teacher, the drinks Thank you for hosting our company Christmas Party.

Kathleen Mackenzie • Dec 2023

Al has a great teaching style and is very knowledgeable. He had very useful, practical answers for everyone's questions. He explained his techniques clearly and explained what the techniques did to the food. The sides were very tasty and those recipes and preparations alone made the class worthwhile. The meat had outstanding flavor. A very worthwhile class.

Jen Campbell • Dec 2023

The class was great, Al is a great entertainer, cook, and part-time comedian, which keeps you engaged at all times!

Ann Hurst • Dec 2023

Al answered a ton of questions which was great. The instructions were very clear and of course the prime rib was perfect. Some other good information about beef in general.

Pam Ames • Dec 2023

I forgot about the class! Could I sign up for a different cookie class with that as credit?
Pam Ames
509-939-1116
[email protected]

Robin Walters • Dec 2023

Jeff was very patient and took his time answering all the questions the students had. He would not proceed to the next step, until he felt that everyone understand what he was teaching.

Rebecca Hepting • Dec 2023

This class was so much fun. I took my daughter for her birthday. Jamie is a great teacher. She gives easy to follow instructions. We left with our extra frosting, the recipe plus our dozen cookies that taste amazing! I cannot wait to try this at home. We will be back for another class soon!

Kimberly Girard • Dec 2023

Kristi is a fabulous instructor, and you always come away from her classes feeling like a better cook. Thank you!

Jodi Axtell • Dec 2023

The cookie class was super fun! Jamie was so delightful and positive! We left with wonderfully decorated cookies with her superb direction I would highly recommend and would take the class again

Rebecca Ker • Dec 2023

I really enjoyed our instructors personality. He made everyone feel comfortable. I did find the instructing a bit confusing. What would have helped me most was if we had a step by step instructions on how to do the starter and then use it. For example if he had spelled out what to do if you want to use it the same day or in a week. Also a definition of feeding the starter on paper would be helpful too. I didn't ask, but everything was in grams, not sure why and I should have asked about it. Overall though the class was enjoyable, loved the venue.

Alesha Huson • Dec 2023

This was fast paced but fun My friend and I loved it Can’t wait to try at home

Jessica Rutland • Dec 2023

Parking is validated, place to put your coats and your seat had a cookie name tag! Jamie was so patient and easy to understand. Everything was prepped for us. The cookies came together easily under Jamie’s instruction. Lots of extra icing to take home to work on your own cookies! Plus a discount to the kitchen engine to get cookie cutters. So fun! Highly recommend.

Manuel Perez • Dec 2023

Such a great experience, Jeff was beyond helpful and very very patient. Everyone in the room were very attentive and super helpful. Definitely be back for more classes. Thank you Jeff.

Anne Marie Axworthy • Dec 2023

Jeff did a great job explaining and demonstrating the basics of a sourdough starter. The setup was great to enable us to make our own starter as well. How to use a starter and maintain it is more complicated than it appears and he did an excellent job fielding questions clarifying the process. His samples were delicious and he is extremely knowledgeable in the art of sourdough baking! It was a very worthwhile class. Thank you!

Stephanie Turner • Dec 2023

The instructor was very friendly and helpful. Our class had a lot of questions and he did his best to answer all of them clearly and was not hesitant to clarify or repeat himself when needed. The shop was nice, it had the scale used in the class stocked so we picked one of those up. Parking was validated for the class, and the kitchen engine shop employees were also friendly and helpful. The instructor passed out samples of a sourdough loaf at the beginning of the class, then we moved onto distributing our shares of his mother, and feeding them in our individual jars. The class wrapped up with some sourdough we all got to try. The class had an apron laid out per chair, a clipboard with two sheets of paper (one the first was instructions and quantities for the starter, with lines for taking notes printed on the back of the page, the second paper was a recipe for the pancakes we sampled), a small saucer and knife for the bread sample, a bowl of pre-weighted flour for the starter, and a small drinking glass. Shared or passed around supplies included the cooking scales, water (ceramic pitchers for drinking and glass measuring cups for the starter), containers of the instructors mother starter, spatulas for mixing the starters, and condiments (warmed butter, jam, syrup) for the bread and pancake samples. Between the materials received (the pre-made and newly fed starter and jar to take home) and the thorough teaching, I do think this class was worth the money.

Susan Powell • Dec 2023

Jeff was great. Explained everything well and was able to answer everyone’s questions. The sourdough pancakes were amazing! Can't wait to try making some sourdough

Cindy Goedhart • Dec 2023

Jeff is an amazing teacher and answered tons of questions. I will definitely sign up for more classes!

Susan Whetham • Dec 2023

Fun class and the best pie I’ve ever eaten! We want to take more classes.

Sue Herning • Dec 2023

The teacher was fantastic and the venue was great. So enjoyed being able to ask questions and they were answered without being feeling like I was the only one that wondered that.

Diane Nelson • Dec 2023

This was my first class, and it did not disappoint. The knowledge and energy was perfect. I was so impressed with the quality of the experience and the amazing food at the end

Justin Schmidt • Dec 2023

Kristi was a fabulous and teacher. Joyful and informative! Food was terrific!
Had the last minute opportunity to take this class with my college age daughter. Had a great bonding experience

Becky Stockstill • Dec 2023

The materials were provided the class was setup and the Teacher was amazing. Very fun class.

Deborah O'Brien • Dec 2023

Jamie has a great way of breaking down each step so that even a beginner can successfully create beautiful cookies! The kitchen is set up in a way to accommodate a large group of a pair of friends. It was a fun experience!

Ivy Reynolds • Dec 2023

This is the second class I've taken from Jamie/kitchen engine. It was just as good as the first. I like the pace and the variety of cookies you decorate. I also enjoy the "no pressure" attitude. It makes the atmosphere fun.

Erica Newton • Dec 2023

The instructor didn’t seem very knowledgeable and you had to call them over to get assistance. Kind of a free for all rather than a skills class.

Stephen Hanson • Dec 2023

The teacher, venue and materials/ingredients were good. I feel the experience is a good value for the money. We learned to make Scandinavian treats. Rosettes, krumkake and aebleskivers. My group mixed krumkake batter and made whipped cream. Then went to the three stations to make each item. There wasn’t a part that I liked most. I enjoyed it all equally.

Joan Cassano • Dec 2023

Presentation was easy to follow and informative. Always nice to learn something new. Food was fabulous.

Colleen Burns • Dec 2023

The class was really fun. I was worried it would be too hard but the instructor gave easy to follow instructions. My cookies turned out great!

Kelly Sutton • Dec 2023

It was so much fun and I impressed all my friends on how great my cookies turned out :)

Tricia Leahy-Charles • Dec 2023

Jamie’s cookie decorating class was lots of fun and informative. She provided clear & concise instructions on how to use royal icing and how to decorate cookies. All the materials were provided, along with example cookies to look at as guides, recipes, and icing practice sheet. I left the class with new skills and feel confident to try decorating cookies at home.

Holly Fernalld • Dec 2023

Jaime was amazing! The class was fun. Best Birthday present I ever gave myself! I highly recommend it!

Claudia Ramm • Dec 2023

It was great. The materials were good. The recipes for the cookies and icing were appreciated.

Lynne Emmons • Dec 2023

Jamie was a terrific instructor but had challenges because of the ages of half the class. Given the credit I received for another class you are aware of the issues Jamie faced.

Rebecca Lacey • Dec 2023

This was such a fun and entertaining class! We loved it! Went home and tried out the recipes and they were easy to follow. Our teacher was great! Thanks so much.
Rebecca and Jim

Susan Hanley • Dec 2023

Loved the time of class, loved the teacher and the food was fun to make. Something’s I never have used. Great class.

Nicholas Deruyter • Dec 2023

Class was very fun. The teacher was very detailed about every aspect in the cookie decorating aspect. The designs were so cute and I loved how it all went. Designs for the cookies were beautiful and I wish I could've gotten some cookie cutters like that shape.

A definite recommendation for anyone just wanting to have some fun getting creative with these holiday cookies.

Andy Anderson • Dec 2023

Teacher was great! Supplies were good (but not enough bread for people that wanted it). Really enjoyed it!

Julie Drobny • Dec 2023

Great class. Instructor was informative and fun. Really enjoyed learning how to make crepes and left happy and full!

Linda Giffiths • Dec 2023

Good class; things new to me were sumac, toasting bread only on one side, marscapone, Yokes breads. Jamie is very knowledgeable and friendly, helpful friendly staff/assistants. Good class size. Excellent equipment and venue.

Ann Hurst • Dec 2023

It was a nice relaxed class. The practice was good because I had multiple opportunities to succeed and learn what went wrong. I got some good ideas on how I might incorporate crepes into the weekly meals.

Sandra E Wicht • Dec 2023

Teacher is awesome. Taken a class from her before. Loved the recipes. Learned many new things.

Marcie Sherer • Dec 2023

This is such a great way to build community. The class was great. Thank you.

Rebecca Lacey • Dec 2023

Kristi is a great teacher and did a wonderful presentation. We appreciated the handouts with the recipes and her sharing the history of crepes as well as the "hands on" approach. We LOVED her style and are going to have a crepe party outside on the patio with our friends in the spring. We are so happy that you are offering these classes and we will continue to keep coming! Thanks so much for making this a part of your store experience.
Rebecca and Jim

Kevin Hendrickson • Dec 2023

This class was a lot of fun! The majority of it was hands-on, learning the technique. There was lots of time for practice, the class did not feel rushed. There were plenty of opportunities to try again when a crepe did not turn out.

The instructor, Kristi, was awesome, very knowledgeable and encouraging. As were all the class helpers. I definitely suggest this class if you are considering it.

Tyler Corcoran • Dec 2023

Teacher was informative and fun. Venue was great. All the assistants were helpful and fun to be around. We learned a lot, ate a lot of crepes, and had a good time. Would highly recommend to friends and family.

Billie Johnstone • Dec 2023

I have been wanting to learn how to make fresh pasta for a long time so I jumped at the chance when my friends wanted to sign up for the class.
Jeremy is a fantastic instructor and with his excellent directions and demonstration, the process was fairly simple. I loved the delicious recipe which used simple ingredients.
I was pretty focused on my performance so I don't know if the other people in the class were successful but my friends and I were thrilled with our final product. For me, the class was an exciting dream come true

Barbara Tonnema • Dec 2023

Jeff was knowledgeable and entertaining! I’m anxious to try the bread recipe at home! Loved the class!

Dave Krohne • Dec 2023

Great class. Well organized to fit all the steps into the time. Jeff was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and answered all questions. I highly recommend this class.

Debra Smith • Dec 2023

Nick was an awesome instructor. We enjoyed his teaching us to cook Thai Food. The venue is very user friendly for the instructor and the students in the kitchen classroom. I recommend taking this class. The food was delicious and I learned a couple great cooking tips.

Jolen Jackson • Dec 2023

A fantastic experience. Jeremy was a great teacher, I could hear instructions well and the venue wasn't overbooked. All of the ingredients were pre-portioned and the class flowed well. My husband and I were able to successfully make ravioli from scratch! This pasta was easy!

Chris Holquist • Dec 2023

Very knowledgeable. Made the whole process look easy to do. Great food
Would definitely take another class with her.

Sandy & Dale Zehm • Dec 2023

The class instructor was very informative regarding the spices and process/procedures in cooking the dishes. Recipes & informational handouts were provided. The food was delicious & now I can’t wait to eat at her restaurant. I even am excited about taking advantage of additional classes offered

Marelda Whitmarsh • Dec 2023

What a well laid out, super clean and well put together kitchen and staff! The teacher was so personable and gave easy instructions with good demonstrations. I loved all the kitchen crew and how professional they were.
Excellent value and time well spent. We will definitely be taking more classes!

Carol & Douglas Wysham • Dec 2023

Jeremy did a great job teaching the class! The recipes were fantastic! I really enjoyed his step by step instructions. I will be taking more cooking classes at TKE, as I have become a bit of a groupie!

Annette Burton • Dec 2023

Very organized. Teacher presented well. I love to take leftovers home. Making ravioli is easier than I thought.

Janet Murphy • Dec 2023

Was awesome class! Made accommodations for vegetarian. Would definitely recommend! Love the cooking classes at the Kitchen Engine

Jen Merante • Dec 2023

we had a great time and the ravioli was delicious! This was a “bucket list” item for me

Nichole Devries • Dec 2023

This was our first TKE class and it was wonderful! The instructor Jeremy was knowledgeable and fun. The food was delish and we got to take some home. We will be back for another class in the future! Highly recommend.

Christine Kearns • Dec 2023

Excellent venue and Jeremy was knowledgeable, answered my questions and very patient! Had great ideas for substitutions for filling and dough. Thanks!

Shari & Sam Hughey • Dec 2023

Had such a wonderful time at the Exploring India class. She was just a helpful and insightful teacher. Loved the pace of the class and all the unique tidbits of information. Wish we had more naan bread (will definitely have to make some at home!)

Teacher's response

Thanks for joining us, Shari & Sam! We are so glad you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Debra Kowalkowski • Dec 2023

Jamie from Three Birdies Bakery and this class are so much fun! Jamie brings the cookies and frosting and you get to learn from her how to create works of art. Make some great memories with people you enjoy by attending one of her classes!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Debra! We're so glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Michelle McCarthy • Dec 2023

Very informative! I loved the explanation & demonstration of different lentils and spices and where to buy them. I was near to the stove so I was able to see everything up close, but I thought the video screens were helpful to everyone farther away. The handful of papers provided were also quite detailed and easy to read.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Michelle! We greatly appreciate the feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Sunny Harris • Dec 2023

Very fun and delicious! So nice to meet Noreen too! Spoke fast she's a great Chef ! Can't wait for the Restaurant!

Teacher's response

Hey Sunny! We can't wait either! Thanks for joining us and we are so glad you had a great time.

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Ocean Oestreicher • Dec 2023

I loved the class. Found it very informative and engaging. The Chef was professional and personable and I liked her.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Ocean!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Samantha Gorman • Dec 2023

My friend and I really enjoyed our cookie decorating class. Our cookies turned out so much better than I expected my decorating skills could produce thanks to Jamie’s great direction. Jamie was fun and informative. The Kitchen Engine is the cutest shop, cafe, and class venue. I love the concept. Everyone was so friendly. I can’t want to go back and attend another class and do some shopping.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Samantha! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jan Karwoski • Dec 2023

The instructor was pleasant and knowledgeable. Good class. I learned a lot. The handouts are very helpful

Teacher's response

We appreciate your feedback, Jan! So glad you learned new things!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jennifer Votroubek • Nov 2023

The class was a lot of fun and Jaime was a great teacher! She was easy to follow along with and made it super easy for us to do ourselves.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Jennifer! We're so glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Charlene Violette • Nov 2023

Great class. Good information. Will enjoy a future class with him. Enjoyed the class. Good

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Charlene!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Cappy Bond • Nov 2023

So fun, light hearted. Made Thai food more accessible which is exactly what i wanted. I like Nick.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Cappy! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. We hope to see you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Eileen Hofstadt • Nov 2023

Friendly, welcoming team. Very prepared. Knowledgeable. Room and equipment just top shelf. Food is delicious and recipes well written.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Eileen!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Michael Britton • Nov 2023

Another great class. I've been making home made pizza for a while, but I always learn something when I go to the cooking class. Instructor is very personable and comfortable teaching. I will be taking more classes.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Michael! We look forward to seeing more of you!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Royce Nelson • Nov 2023

The teacher was not only amazing but also incredibly informative and entertaining. The venue added to the overall experience, providing a unique and fun atmosphere that enhanced the learning process.

Considering the knowledge gained and the enjoyable setting, I believe the class was excellent value for money. The teacher covered everything from selecting the perfect cut to proper preparation and cooking techniques. The hands-on experience was invaluable, and I now feel confident in my ability to buy, prep, and cook a steak to perfection.

What I liked most about the class was the perfect blend of education and entertainment. The teacher's enthusiasm and expertise made the entire experience enjoyable, and I left with a newfound appreciation for the art of cooking steak. I can't recommend this class enough—it was truly a fantastic and worthwhile investment.

Teacher's response

Wow! Thank you, Royce, for that feedback! We're so glad that you enjoyed yourself and hope your at home steak cooking is going great!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jon Ammon • Nov 2023

Enjoyed learning more about different cuts of steak. Need a cow graphic showing where different steaks/roasts are from. Location and amenities are excellent. Would have appreciated more seasoning options.

Teacher's response

Hey Jon! We are so glad you enjoyed class and we appreciate the feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Thomas Sutton • Nov 2023

Loved the class! Al was a great interactive chef that kept the whole room engaged. This is a great class for beginners of steak cooking as well as for those that know about steak but want to make their own steaks better. Al was very responsive to all the questions asked and don't shy away from ones he wasn't sure about. Great class would take it again or join a more advanced class

Teacher's response

Thanks for you feedback, Thomas!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Donna Brandt • Nov 2023

Very fun experience. Al was knowledgeable and answered all questions. Steaks were done amazingly well. Learned a lot. All the assistants were polite and very helpful to Al.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Donna! We're so glad that you learned new things - that's what we are here for!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Dean Armagost • Nov 2023

A simple Master recipe, a world full of culinary adventures ahead. Hands on was very easy, and provided full demonstration of different fillings was amazing. Definitely left knowing I could do all that and more. I simply needed the knowledge and basic hands on experience.

Teacher's response

Thanks for your feedback, Dean! We're glad you learned something new!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Annette Burton • Nov 2023

Structured, fun, easy to follow . Delicious recipes in great atmosphere. Would do it again Thanks

Carl Greene • Nov 2023

Jamie and her staff did an excellent job of making the class fun and educational. I was able to learn new techniques in vegetarian/vegan cooking.

Diane Meredithgordon • Nov 2023

fantastic class. I've been very trepidatious about making pate a choux, every cooking show makes it sound so hard. But this was actually doable and it turned out great and I have a whole new bunch of ideas for fancy treats at house parties. Got a ton of good written information that was very detailed, lots of recipes that are great, and tips and FAQs that are great. The teaching was great, on pace, the instructor was very nice, didn't talk down to us, really participatory. It was a great experience.

Jayne McLaughlin • Nov 2023

Class and teacher were super! Venue was very clean and allowed a presentation for all to see. Jamie was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and very capable with her team of juggling the needs of all the participants. The food was excellent and the class provided great recipes that can be used in future. Very enjoyable and also great to have food to-go. First class at the Kitchen Engine. I will do another…

Bri Kastning • Nov 2023

Jamie is AMAZING! She is incredibly knowledgable and knows how to engage and teach people with various skill levels. I attended this class with my mom and we are two sides of the spectrum - she doesn't cook and I love to cook - and we both walked out talking about how we can't wait to take another class from her! Highly recommend this class for all diets too, not just vegan/plant-based.

Rylan Buchanan • Nov 2023

The instructor was engaging and very knowledgeable. The food was fantastic. The atmosphere for learning was very relaxed and enjoyable.

Janet Murphy • Nov 2023

Great class! Chef Curtis was very knowledgeable and fun! Would definitely take another class from him!

Pommerening Janet • Nov 2023

This was the best class I’ve attended at Kitchen Engine While I’ve made pate a Choux, most of my life, it was great to receive so many recipes provided by the Chef, with different ways of using the pastry. He was very fun, very instructive and the class was paced perfectly.

Angie Foster • Nov 2023

Loved the number of recipes. The samples were delicious and looking forward to trying this st home with the left overs.

Laura Woods • Nov 2023

The venue is great and Curtis was so personable. I am completely stuffed with cream puffs. Can’t wait to take another one!

Jamie Lawrence • Nov 2023

Great class, fun and interactive. Instructor was easy to understand. Lots of recipes to try and very informative.

Janice Leitner • Nov 2023

This was one of the best classes I have taken. So many variations with a basic dough. Plus the French names. Well done.

Todd Claypool • Nov 2023

Loved how approachable Curtis was. Great real world tips. Yummy savory n sweet options. Was a full class worth the $$! Appreciate the many recipes. Thanks Curtis

Carol & Douglas Wysham • Nov 2023

Chef Curtis was engaging and entertaining. The recipe seems Brett approachable. Loved all of th her options he presented.

Cathy Testa • Nov 2023

Kristi was great and very informative plus the new venue is wonderful. Food was very good but my only criticism would be that it wasn’t enough hands-on experience. I was really hoping to do a little bit more of the recipe.

Emily Kanally • Nov 2023

Then venue is ideal for a cooking class. Vira was warm and engaging and the staff support was friendly. Shopping at The Kitchen Engine after class was a fun bonus!

Michael Britton • Nov 2023

I enjoyed the class very much. Instructor was very experienced in delivering the material. I learned what I've been doing wrong with my pie dough. I would definitely recommend this class, and have signed up for the pizza class.

Shari Christiansen • Nov 2023

Jamie was an amazing teacher, the recipes were delicious My son is allergic to dairy, so this class helped me with new recipes that taste great that I can now use to feed him and my family! Thanks so much Jamie

Sandra Hurand • Nov 2023

The recipes are great. I thought there would be more hands on. The demonstrations were good. She needs to stay in the area more where the camera can reach what she is demonstrating. Overall I would recommend this class to others.

Kavisha Singh • Nov 2023

Interactive and useful class, simple recipes that can easily be replicated at home. Would recommend!

Kathi McKinley • Nov 2023

Lots of good info. Karmen is very knowledgeable and made the class very accessible to the students.

Deb Brady • Nov 2023

I enjoyed that Karmen is a home cook who is sharing her experiences and her professional knowledge. I appreciated that she asked us for ideas for future classes. I wasn't expecting to have 3 different items cooked during the class especially the bread. I loved the bread.

Katy Clark • Nov 2023

Kristi makes a beautiful and tasty pie crust! Her savory pie was delicious!
Thanks for the recipe and the tips for making flakey pastry.

Nicole Shaw • Nov 2023

This was wonderful! The recipes were ridiculously good, and the instructions and demonstration were clear so that I feel confident trying to make these pies at home. Thank you very much!

Darian Faraca • Nov 2023

This class was excellent. I took my mom for a birthday gift and we had a great time. We learned a lot of new skills from Logan. Dionne was also very helpful during the class. The coffee gals coming around to take orders at the beginning of the class, which was great too! I highly recommend this class

Debra Kowalkowski • Nov 2023

Sweet and Savory Pie’s may be my favorite Kitchen Engine class. Kristi Fountain is a wonderful teacher who balances giving information, the hands-on pie making, and a dash of humor expertly. Her handout with recipes and tips allows participants to go home and immediately try out what they just learned.

Whether you are an experienced baker or a novice, this class has something for you!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Debra! We look forward to seeing you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Cheryl Desautel • Nov 2023

Class was great.
Whole team very supportive.
Teacher knowledge superb.
Getting out of parking lot big issue - hope that can be fixed

Marie Tamura • Nov 2023

The instructor was very knowledgeable about preparing gluten-free baked goods includ8ng information about types of flours.

Colleen King • Nov 2023

Nice down to earth teacher. She kept the class moving at a very friendly pace. Delicious food. Nice respectful helpers. Thanks for a fun educational class. I plan to make a pie soon.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Colleen! We appreciate your feedback. I hope your pie making goes great!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Lisa Pointer • Nov 2023

Kristi was clear, efficient, organized & explained things well.
Her helpers did a great job too.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Lisa!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Toni Lydig • Nov 2023

Karmen is very knowledgeable on GF and Dairy free cooking. This was my second GF class at KE and each time I have walked away with several tips and recipes too. I like that she gives recommended brands and substitutions for ingredients if we need. I will certainly take another class when offered. Thank you.

Sunny Harris • Nov 2023

How can you not like Vera! She is a very warm and done to earth person! Did I say a great Chef?! I learned how to cook beans, rice and Chilaquiles! So yummy! Cudos to the Chef helpers! I also loved the salad with cilantro!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Sunny! We are grateful for the feedback and glad you had such a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Donna Harris • Nov 2023

Instructor excellent, organization was poor, added 2 walk ins which delayed class start 15 minutes and then the 2 new ones talked throughout the class in loud voices making it hard to hear the instructions being given. Class was over more than a half hour early. Not a good value for the money.

Kimberly Girard • Nov 2023

Besides the delicious food prepared in class, Vira shares an important reminder of the connection between food and culture. We are all richer when we share our stories, and very happy when we share delicious dishes from those stories. What I loved about this class was the reminder that delicious food doesn't have to be complicated.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Kimberly! We are so glad that you loved it!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Iran Ybarra • Nov 2023

Enjoyed the welcoming and delicious atmosphere , I will definitely look forward to coming to another class !

Teacher's response

Thanks, Iran! It was great having you in class - we look forward to seeing you soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Dana Greenwood • Nov 2023

Great class. I can’t wait to make the recipes. Teacher was personable and I appreciated her expertise in gluten free and nutrition.

Jerry Castro • Nov 2023

I had never baked anything before. But Karmen is very knowledgeable & made everyone feel comfortable. Her recipe handouts will be repeatedly used (and laminated). I liked how causal & interactive the class was with lots of shared information. Definitely worthwhile - especially for what GF baked goods are being sold. I plan to attend future classes by Karmen. Really enjoyed it!

Sharon Koch • Nov 2023

Class atmosphere was both comfortable and professional. There was ample time and materials to practice. I feel I will be safer now in the kitchen. A very enjoyable experience!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Sharon! I'm so glad to hear that you are feeling more confident in your skills!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Bonnie Asien • Nov 2023

I learned a lot and enjoyed practicing the cutting techniques. Overall, I found the class to be helpful.

Marianne Orschel • Nov 2023

He was really good. Loved that there were a lot of veggies available to keep on practicing

Teacher's response

Thanks, Marianne! We really appreciate the feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Janice Kopet • Nov 2023

I had a lot of fun and the food was great. Noreen was personable and the event was very smooth.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Janice! We are so glad that you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Martin Palmer • Nov 2023

The teacher was excellent. She was knowledgeable and friendly.
The class, I thought, was expensive.

Emily C Johnson • Nov 2023

Lentils and Legumes. Great topic. Well presented. Healthy.
I have lentils in the closet and plan to make several recipes.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Emily! I hope you have a great time trying the recipes at home!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Kent Bradley • Nov 2023

Exceptionally well planned, prepared and carried out. Very knowledgeable and experienced chef/instructor clearly passionate about her food but relaxed, engaging and down to earth.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Kent! We appreciate the feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Melanie Kaiser • Nov 2023

This class was A+. Teacher was knowledgeable and comfortable presenting. The atmosphere was wonderful and the TV screens were helpful to see what was going on.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Melanie!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Bonnie Murphey • Nov 2023

The instructor had a great mix of explanation and demonstration. Loved the handouts with clear recipe explanations. The venue was comfortable and everyone had a clear view of the cooking process. Questions were encouraged. We learned about Indian ingredients as well as techniques. The food was incredible! Very nicely done!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Bonnie! We are so glad you enjoyed yourself, and hopefully learned some great tips for cooking at home!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Erin Skoog • Nov 2023

Learning about lentils was great The food was amazing, the content was thorough and excellent!

Teacher's response

We appreciate your feedback, Erin! So glad you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Katie Buller • Nov 2023

The food and wine was good. I enjoyed learning how to make each dish. And thank you for the recipes. I also liked Kristi a lot. She was easy going and happy. I'll take more of her classes.

Host's response

Thanks for your feedback, Katie. We love Kristi too! Looking forward to seeing you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Marcia Phillips • Nov 2023

A lovely experience and evening. Setting is cozy and staff are Rock Stars. I left happy and smiling.

Host's response

Thank you, Marcia! We're so glad to hear that!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Brenda Davis • Nov 2023

We were shown how to make the dishes we had. The different wines were explained and were paired with the dishes. A friendly group and learned some things too.

Host's response

Thanks, Brenda! We're glad you picked up some tips!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Dawn Kassa • Nov 2023

This was a phenomenal experience and I highly recommend. Sit back, relax and eat French food with the perfect wine pairings to take to it from yum to ooh la la! Chef Kristi was a master and our sommelier was entertaining and very knowledgeable. Great to take the class with friends, loved ones or just to meet people with a love of food and wine. You get all of the recipes and a chance to buy the wine so that you can go home and recreate your feast. No cooking skills needed, just a healthy appetite. Enjoy!

Host's response

Thank you for your feedback, Dawn! We really love our wine pairing dinners and are glad that you enjoyed it too!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Chelsea Gipson • Nov 2023

Everything was so much fun and delicious! This was my husband and I’s second wine pairing night and we loved it.

Host's response

Thank you for joining us, Chelsea. We're so glad you both had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Carol Wysham • Nov 2023

Kristi’s recipes are very approachable. Wine pairings were great! I will definitely make all of the recipes in the future!

Host's response

Thank you, Carol! We'd love to hear how the recipe making goes!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Robin Pritchard • Nov 2023

Great food, good wine , very educational. Enjoy the company I will have to create a Kitchen Engine category in my budget.

Teacher's response

Hey Robin! We love to hear it. Please come back anytime!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Jill Jenkins • Nov 2023

Awesome instructor! I appreciated the details outlined in the recipe handouts and especially loved the demonstration and the tasty curry food! Thank you!

Teacher's response

Thanks for joining us, Jill! Glad you had fun!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Marilyn Wadsworth • Nov 2023

The teacher was great and engaging, sharing her Indian cuisine recipes and tips. The food prepared was outstanding - chicken and the second recipe, plus how to make the quick "cheat" sauce to use w/o prepping each time. Also, the rice was wonderful. My step daughter is married to a man from India, but I don't think they do any of that cooking at home. She said that Noreen was excellent teacher and enjoyed the class as well, even though she currently has a lot of diet restrictions and wasn't able to eat dishes with onions or garlic in them.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for the feedback, Marilyn. We greatly appreciate it! I hope you will be able to join us for another one of Noreen's classes!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Bruce Pierce • Nov 2023

I learned how to incorporate spices in the step by step cooking process Noreen demonstrated. So, seeing and being talked through the process by Noreen was very helpful and the food was delicious. I definitely will be trying my hand at making the curry base.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Bruce! You'll have to let us know how the curry making at home goes!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Donna Danzer • Nov 2023

My second class but this one had a few issues. Unable to see what was done, teacher needs to be sure that audience can see. Be sure to respond to all the class not just the vocal ones. Bread was great. Thank you for the pan!

Kira • Nov 2023

It was a good time. The bread is great, the toppings were also pretty nice, the mic on the teacher was a good volume even if you got a really close seat, and there was a lot of solid info! I hope to be back soon, if I can afford it

Teacher's response

Thank you, Kira. We greatly appreciate your feedback, and are glad that you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Lynn Watts • Nov 2023

This was such a fabulous, fun and delicious way to spend two hours!
Every detail for this cooking class was thought of- from a beautiful cooking setting, to a super knowledgable and well prepared teacher, great recipe handouts, tvs for cooking close ups, lots of extra hands to take drink orders, serve food…… can’t wait to return.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Lynn! We look forward to seeing you in class soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Alethea McCann • Nov 2023

This class was the best ever. Learned so much, easy tasty recipes. Very easy to follow .

Teacher's response

Thank you, Alethea! We love hearing this! I hope you've had a great time making the recipes at home.

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Cappy Bond • Nov 2023

The organization by Kitchen Engine and teacher Noreen were perfect. I could see and hear really well. This class was exactly what you need to cook Indian food right. There is as Noreen put it, a layering of flavors, some fried at the beginning and some thrown in at the end. I loved it and would love to take more classes from Noreen and am already signed up for a Thai cooking class soon.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Cappy! We're glad that you enjoyed it and look forward to seeing you in Thai class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Andrea Gardenhour • Nov 2023

Teacher was great, looking forward to taking another class from her.

The camera was not positioned in the right place, instead of seeing her, we saw all the people on the opposite side of the table.

Also, this is the second time I have sat on the burner side of the table so all you see, is the person next to you making it even more critical to see her on the screen.

In addition, it cost me $7.50 to leave the parking lot even after I was validated. That doesn’t seem right.

Robert Mauk • Nov 2023

This was very informative, fun, and tasty. The cheat curry base is worth the price of admision.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Robert! We hope you enjoy making it at home!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Elaine Edwards • Nov 2023

Fun and delicious. Enjoyed learning about Italian wines while watching the chef create a marvelous meal.

Teacher's response

Thanks for sharing your feedback with us, Elaine. We're glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Kellee Quick • Nov 2023

Jeremy’s food was delicious. And it paired very well with the wines. It was an excellent class and it was a lot of fun. Thank you.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Kellee! We're glad you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Deborah L Boggs • Nov 2023

Food was great and the wines were excellent. Price point was great considering I got 10% off my wines for purchase, a free bottle & parking validation. Also, class presentation and flow was wonderful. Will definitely return. Very informative and entertaining. Thank you.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Deborah! I'm so glad you enjoyed everything. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Emily Gilbertson • Nov 2023

The class was awesome! The instructor did a great job and was very fun. Materials used were high quality. I personally didn't like the silicone brush used, but that's just me.
Most importantly, the bread was delicious!

Teacher's response

We appreciate your feedback, Emily! Thank you!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Peggy Simpson • Nov 2023

Jeff was great teacher. I learned some great tips even though I have baked bread for years
Venue was good. Able to view easily

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Peggy! We love hearing that you took away some new tips. That is one of our goals!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Leah Ann Howard • Nov 2023

We enjoyed the class with Kristi. She is so knowledgeable and fun to listen to! The food was great and we're using the dough we made in class for dinner tonight!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Leah! I'm glad you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Greg • Nov 2023

This is going to go down as our absolute favorite wine and food pairing class that we've attended to date at The Kitchen Engine. Jeremy said at the very beginning of the class that he thought, and hoped, he really outdid himself with the menu. He was not wrong, not wrong at all. To quote a baseball term, "he hit it out of the park" Bravo Jeremy The food was absolutely perfect and delicious, and we are so very glad that we were able to get into the class and experience this. The wines that Antonio brought were perfect pairings with the menu as well. Listening to Antonio talk about the wines, where they are produced, the grapes, etc., is fascinating and he does a great job educating us on the wines from his country as well as other countries. You can tell he loves being a wine maker, which is why his wines are amazing.

We don't know how Jamie and Amanda do it, find and put together such fun and exciting events, but we're glad they do! Looking forward to more classes like this as they are an incredible value considering the courses of food being offered and the wines that are paired with the food.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Greg! It's always a pleasure. We had a great time too and look forward to seeing you both at future events!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Dionne Denio • Nov 2023

The wine pairing with food was fantastic as was your service staff in the kitchen and retail team and cafe! We loved the pairing of Antonio and Jeremy.

John Allen • Nov 2023

A most enjoyable class with excellent presenters, great food, and a lovely setting to meet new people. The winds were particularly noteworthy and well matched to the dishes.

Teacher's response

Thank you, John! We're so glad you were able to join us!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Maureen Lebel • Nov 2023

Fabulous. Everything was great. Glad you added comment about driving after consuming wine; offering to procure safe ride. Always a good reminder.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Maureen! It was great to have you in class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Sara Jantze • Nov 2023

Kristi was a great teacher and very approachable. The food was great and we appreciated having a snack with wine before the cooking started! We had a lo t of fun and will definitely be signing up for more classes.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Sara! We look forward to seeing you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Kim Girard • Nov 2023

Kristi is a great instructor who shares her love of cooking in a fun and supportive manner. We appreciate the great organizational skills it takes to smoothly run a class where you are making dough, making pizzas and providing yummy samples to students. Thank you to Kristi, the friendly staff, and the Kitchen Engine for offering these great classes.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Kim!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Bakima Ssebanakitta • Oct 2023

Lovely class! Went by myself would have enjoyed taking a whole dough portion home instead of splitting it yet understand the class is likely structured around pairs. Engaging, sweet, and lively teacher. Lovely staff all warm and inviting. I’d made this meal before but not well at home so left with useful tips on how to modify that and the best materials to use/how to alter the recipe and timing according to different cooking methods, appliances, and cookware. Fresh ingredients provided were delicious and lovely workspace. I’d advise arriving hungry!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Bakima! We're so glad you enjoyed class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Lydia Weich • Oct 2023

First time taking a class. We loved it! The teacher explained everything very clearly and answered everyone questions.

Teacher's response

Thanks for your feedback, Lydia! I hope you will join us for another class!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Vicki Redlin • Oct 2023

Kristi is a super chef and teacher. Tonight was pizza night! Great class. I love that she shares her recipes and cooking techniques.

Teacher's response

We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you, Vicki!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Annette Burton • Oct 2023

Organized, to the point and entertaining. Everything was well thought through! Excellent recipes.
Thank you

Teacher's response

Thanks, Annette! You'll have to let us know how the recipes go at home! ;)

Jamie

Krista Woodruff • Oct 2023

Enjoyed the class very much. Vira was both knowledgeable and entertaining. The food was delicious. Thank you Jamie and Kitchen Engine staff!

Teacher's response

Thank you Krista! We just love Vira! We're glad that you had a great time!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Donna Burn • Oct 2023

Jamie was very personable and informative. The gnocci and sauces were delicious. The salad and dessert were nice surprises.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Donna! It was great to have you in class!

Jamie

Angie Gamon • Oct 2023

Great instructor! He maybe everyone feel welcome and was easy to follow. The results were delicious.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Angie! We greatly appreciate your feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Andrea Reid • Oct 2023

This was our first class at the Kitchen Engine, and we really enjoyed it. Well run, even though they were short staffed.

Teacher's response

Thanks for joining us, Andrea! We're so glad you enjoyed yourself!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Christine Banker • Oct 2023

Enjoyed the class, but would rather have items that have less steps so that we can do all the steps in class instead of having part of it pre-done and then we only do some of the steps.
But still, we had a very good time.

Jan Leitner • Oct 2023

I always enjoy Jeremy's tips, recipes, and broad knowledge. I loved the tiramisu. The cannoli was fun to create, however the filling seemed bland. This could be my western tastebuds ready for sweet and the Italian desserts purposefully light as Jeremy explained. I'll be back. The cannoli forms were adorable to bring home.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Jan. We're glad you had fun!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Robyn Smith • Oct 2023

Class was FANTASTIC! Chef Jeremy was terrific, kept it light and had a sense of humor.
WHO knew Tiramisu was SO EASY My waistline is in trouble.
Venue is just lovely. Remodel is great.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Robyn! We love to hear this! I hope we'll be seeing you in class again soon!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Julie Koontz • Oct 2023

Jamie is an awesome instructor! I appreciated her tips (how to fix sauce if too salty…etc) & knowing why she prefers baking potatoes over boiling & why adding creme cheese to the Alfredo sauce works so well. (I could go on)
Loved the little salad & chance to try a different combination of oil & vinegar. And I feel confident in being able to make gnocchi. Sauce options were delicious & the ‘No recipe needed’ for the dessert at the end gave me a great hint for my next dessert after a more labor intensive dinner.
I’ve taken a number of classes at TKE & all have been great. Will be taking more & would love it if a macaron class was offered. I tried making them once- so I know they are labor intensive, but I wasn’t happy with the end result. :(
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you

Teacher's response

Thank you, Julie! I am so glad you enjoyed yourself and learned new things! We look forward to seeing you in class again soon.

Jamie

Sheri Staudinger • Oct 2023

Love the teacher and her assistants. They were so approachable and felt like I was at home.
I was so intimidated to try gnocchi on my own so the class gave me the confidence I needed to do this on my own.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Sheri! I hope you are having great success making gnocchi at home!

Jamie

Callie Beach • Oct 2023

Absolutely everything about that class was exceptional.
I came away, feeling confident and excited!
So fortunate to have such an amazing place, such as the kitchen engine

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Callie! I'm glad you had a great time!

Jamie

Carol Wysham • Oct 2023

I have never made gnocchi. It was surprisingly easy, under Jamie’s expert teaching. The sauces were great. Nice to have such variety. I highly recommend these classes!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Carol! I am so glad you enjoyed it!

Jamie

Kathi McKinley • Oct 2023

Kristi does a great job with the classes. The appetizers were diverse, delicious and seem easy to replicate.

Teacher's response

Thanks for the feedback, Kathi!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Dawn Felice • Oct 2023

I loved her easy rapport with the attendees - thankfully, it wasn’t all technical and stiff. Thanks to the overhead video equipment I was able to see what was going on. The price was right and the wine offering was a bonus. If more class were priced like this one I would be interested in attending more. Food was good, not exceptional, but good!

Gary Gibson • Oct 2023

Fun and great learning experience.
High-quality products are used in class to create the sushi rolls.
It is a great starting point for those who love sushi and hate the high restaurant prices. Learn to do it yourself!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Gary! We appreciate the feedback!

Jamie Aquino
Chef and Event Coordinator

Kristen West • Oct 2023

It Would have been better to have the quantities broken down for 2-4 people.

Teacher's response

Thank you for the feedback, Kristen!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jennifer Arlt • Oct 2023

Isaac was not only an excellent teacher but engaging and funny. The pace of the class is a perfect combination of learning about sushi ingredients, knife and cutting skills, rolling techniques, tips and tricks and devouring your own scrumptious sushi. I highly recommend any class from The Sushi Sensei. We are considering having him come for a private class for our family holiday.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jennifer! We love our chefs! We hope to see you in class again soon.

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Kelline Terry • Oct 2023

Awesome class. Instructor made it fun and easy. Good supplies. Interactions with classmates ok. No rudeness or judgements

Anonymized ClassBento student • Oct 2023

Isaac was an awesome teacher, intervened just the right amount and brought the fun. We appreciated his skill and how he took it step by step!

Nicholas Deruyter • Oct 2023

Very fun. Class was a great learning experience and a great continuation from the last class with Issac. While you don't necessarily need to do the first as he recaps the events, highly recommend doing the first class prior as there's lots of things this class builds off of.

Sunny Harris • Oct 2023

Oh my This has to be one of the Best classes ! Vira was down to earth , fun and a great authentic chef! The whole meal was soooo good ! I don't know how much I could do alone, but sure will try to make the beans, no more can refried Gracias!

Dawn Holladay • Oct 2023

The class on chili rellenos was great! I was taught how to make them in the 1960s (yes) by a Mexican co-worker and have been making them ever since. My friends were puzzled as to why I would sign up for this class since rellenos are my specialty. But I did learn a lot from Vida and really enjoyed watching her cook. It was a bonus that she also prepared refried beans and Mexican rice for us. She did an excellent job, everything came out perfectly, and in time for us all to enjoy a delicious lunch! I was also super impressed with the teaching facility there at the Kitchen Engine, and the staff assistants.

Peggy Colvin • Oct 2023

The teacher waas very knowledgeable. I would have like her to actually do the roasting of the peppers.

Aj Kautzman • Oct 2023

Chef Vira was fantastic She explained each step thoroughly and encouraged questions. I will definitely take a class from her again! Highly recommended.

Jon Christensen • Oct 2023

This was a birthday gift for my husband. He and my son had a "men's night out" and loved it! They said that the instructor was knowledgeable and entertaining! They loved the food and are eager to do another class or two. The only thing my husband said that was missing was a class catalog or list of upcoming classes that they could read about and sign up for!

Shianne Tipton • Oct 2023

Liked the clipboard with notes.
There did all tasted amazing! Great venue. Can see the cooking in action. Al was very knowledgeable. Liked his backstory and his visual explanations. Learned ten times more than what I already knew about preparing steak. Thank you!

Fred Pfursich • Oct 2023

Really fun, informative and interesting. Learned a bunch of good tips and can't wait to put all this knowledge to good use. Al was excellent - really knows his stuff!

Amy • Oct 2023

Loved it So many variations of what you can fill them with. I love his knowledge!

Christine Grant • Oct 2023

Enjoyed this class very much. Kristi seemed very knowledgeable, professional, and personable. The class was very organized and instructive. She also presented alternative ideas for each recipe. Also all of the appetizers were delicious.

Candy Victoria Johnson • Oct 2023

Great class. Instructor was awesome. I learned all sorts of tips on preparing these appetizers. Well worth the money

Nicholas Deruyter • Oct 2023

Great class. Teacher taught us a lot and the food we got to make was incredible. I do wish we got to make some more things but under the time constraints, it's understandable.

Jimmy Burruss • Oct 2023

Fantastic course. Well paced, physical setup of the space enables engagement and learning, great instructor

Peggy Colvin • Oct 2023

The teacher was amazing. Took time to explain everything. Can’t wait to try recipes at home.

Julie Farris • Oct 2023

Loved the class! Chef Smith was easy to follow; gave great tips and demystified how to make Pate a Choux. Much easier than I expected! I appreciated learning that just one recipe can be used to make multiple appetizers or desserts.

Lisa Barber • Oct 2023

Chef Curtis was a true teacher and we appreciated the answers to questions that were posed. I enjoyed the diversity of the class and the many options we walked away with.
We will come again ! Thank you

Jean Leonard • Oct 2023

Jamie was a great teacher… clear instructions, demonstrated technique well, stayed on task. I do think that the free hand Halloween cookie decorating was maybe a bit more difficult than other holidays might be, especially for those of us unsure of our creative ability. However, it was a good class, I enjoyed it and I plan to practice at home. Also, the venue is a great space for these classes. With the monitors, it is so easy to see what the instructor is doing.

Mrs. Denise M Brown • Oct 2023

We had a wonderful time. I took my 2 teenage daughters and even they enjoyed themselves! Now that's saying something!
Well paced, very helpful and cute designs. Highly recommend.

Libby Martin • Oct 2023

Jeff is a super kind man and so willing to answer any question, many times! The facility is lovely and well equipped. Lots of staff to assist. The staff came to ask us about drinks as Jeff started class and I missed some info. Then, while we passed around the "mother" and weighed it and got it in our jars, I missed some of what he was saying. He made it clear that class was about the "mother" but I really wanted to taste some sourdough bread. At the end of class we were excited to hear that we got a discount to buy stuff, but The Kitchen Engine ran out of rye flour. And I don't think they had the glass jars to buy and I couldn't find the scale either! All easily fixable. I love that there are classes here, I still will attend again.

Carolyn Strong • Oct 2023

The teacher was very knowledgeable and fun. She explained everything and answered all our questions. The food was delicious. I love sampling everything she cooked. The venue was great. We could see the demonstrations clearly in the mirrors. The helpers were very quick and kept things tidy and clean. I have taken several cooking classes from her and plan to take more.

Stephanie • Oct 2023

Jaime was great! She made the class fun, her instructions were excellent and we had a great time! The materials needed were prepared well and easy to use. She had answered to everyone’s questions and the flow of the class went really well. Definitely worth the time and money, would love to do a Christmas cookie class next!

Patti A. Jacques-Smith • Oct 2023

The teacher was very knowledgeable and provided a comfortable and fun atmosphere. I would recommend this class to others.

Kerry Dasovich • Oct 2023

I really enjoyed the class and Jamie the instructor. Very clean and organized facility. Had fun!

Angie Gamon • Oct 2023

Very well organized. Would have liked to learn or have additional techniques demonstrated. This class is great for beginners.

Pat Hallinan • Oct 2023

Kitchen setting is beautiful, chairs could use a higher back in my opinion.

Teaching style is fun, informative and easy to follow.

Definitely recommend Kristi and this class. Making pretzels with my grandkids at Christmas!

Mary Martha Wissink • Oct 2023

The teacher was easy to understand and very helpful. Had a great conversation with everyone

Teacher's response

Thanks, Mary! So glad you enjoyed class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Deb Long • Oct 2023

Kristi was wonderful as was everyone who helped to keep things moving. I brought my daughter in law for her first class at the Kitchen Engine. She had a great time and really enjoyed making pretzels. I’ve taken several classes over the years and have never been disappointed. For me I think the classes are a great value. I’m retiring soon and look forward to more opportunities to attend classes. Thank you for the beautiful classroom.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Deb! We're grateful for the feedback. We look forward to seeing you more in the future!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Anonymized ClassBento student • Oct 2023

Cool event with lots of information. Instructor was great at answering questions despite a lot of ambiguity / trial and error sour dough demands. Written steps would have been helpful leaving as far as how / when to feed sour dough starter. Thrilled to leave with my own + jar.

Donna Baker • Oct 2023

Jeff was very patient with us, repeating directions and information as needed. I’m hoping he will teach a sourdough bread making class

Teacher's response

Thanks, Donna! We greatly appreciate your feedback!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Lora Brewster • Oct 2023

I loved walking away with the sourdough starter and glass jar. The classroom is awesome! The instructions were a little confusing, but Jeff was willing to answer any questions willingly. It was fun to sample the pancakes. Just wish we would have been able to sample sourdough bread and get more instruction on how to bake bread.

Susan Henderson • Oct 2023

Beautiful venue with a knowledgeable and fun instructor. She was very open to questions and was super friendly and energetic!

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Susan! Come back again soon!

~Jamie

Cheryl Hood • Oct 2023

The teacher was fun and full of great information. Her soups were delicious! I have seven new recipes to enjoy.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Cheryl! I'm gad you had fun!

~Jamie

Alicia Birkner • Oct 2023

Great class with an amazing instructor and delicious soup recipes to boot. Fun and engaging even though it was entertainment style. I love learning new ways to cook. Looking forward to my next class!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Alicia! I look forward to seeing you again soon!

~Jamie

Eileen Hofstadt • Oct 2023

Classroom is bright and cheery, really a nice cooking venue. Teacher is knowledgeable, funny, and keeps a great pace. Her enthusiasm is contagious. The recipes are delicious! The support team kept the space clean and provided good customer service.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Eileen! I am so glad you enjoyed yourself!

~Jamie

Brian Primer • Oct 2023

We had a great time at this class. It was warm and inviting, well organized, and the teacher communicated well, and gave plenty of time for people to finish their tasks before moving ahead. There was a lot going on and she, as well as her assistants did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend other classes.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback, Brian! We're glad that you had a great experience. We hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jerrie Heyamoto • Oct 2023

I enjoyed the hands on experience. The teacher was excellent, as well as those who were helping her. Thank you.

Teacher's response

Thanks so much, Jerrie! We are grateful for your feedback!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Shelley Lewis • Oct 2023

Great instructor, supplies were easy to use, food was delicious Fun experience! Thank you so much!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Shelley! And thank you for sharing your pictures with us! So glad to hear that you had a blast!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Diane Dresback • Oct 2023

Awesome class. I learned a lot aside of just the recipe. I’ll look for any class by Chef Rick.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Diane! Isn't Ricky the best?! We look forward to seeing you in class again.

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Robin Rudd • Oct 2023

Jeremy was great! The team and he did a great job. Very well done and a nic group of people.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Robin! We hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Crystal Burns • Oct 2023

Jeremy was the perfect chef/instructor for this course! Gave hands on instruction while we followed. We even were able to make the pasta from scratch! The pork filling and brown butter sauce was divine. Made Ravioli making seem so simple and added in great tips. On top of that we ended up having some who wanted a vegetarian version so he was quick on thinking to make it happen. Would encourage this course or any courses offered by Kitchen Engine and Jeremy.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Crystal! We really appreciate your feedback, and are so glad to hear that you had a great experience!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Ann Hurst • Oct 2023

I liked the demonstration before we did it. It’s easier when you can see start to finish steps and then do it. Instructions were very good and so was the food!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Ann. We are glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Michael Britton • Oct 2023

There is no substitute for hands on. Jeremy was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of little tips that will make my cooking better. This is the nudge I needed to feel comfortable making my own pasta. An enjoyable experience.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Michael! We love to hear this! This is such a big part of why we do what we do!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Tabitha Lam • Oct 2023

The ravioli class was amazing! Jeremy was a great instructor. The ravioli turned out well and was very delicious.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Tabitha! We appreciate the feedback, and are glad you enjoyed class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Benjamin Huff • Oct 2023

It was a great class, and we will definitely try to attend another class in the future.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Benjamin! We look forward to seeing you!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Patty • Oct 2023

Teacher was great, very helpful. Venue was great - easy to watch in person as well as on the screen. Overall very satisfied with class.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Patty! We are glad that you enjoyed yourself!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

James Barthelmess • Oct 2023

Really knowledgeable instructor who communicated very well. The classroom space is very well designed for cooking instruction.

Teacher's response

Thanks for your feedback, James! We're glad you could join us!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Leslie Bostic • Oct 2023

Instructor was engaging and funny. Had a great time no will be using the skills I learned to practice at home!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Leslie! We'd love to hear how it goes! :)

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jerry Castro • Oct 2023

Isaac was informative, encouraging & fun. Enjoyed his suggestions for accompanying sushi. Classroom was perfect for our group of 17 students. The types of sushi made was challenging but I left comfortable to tackle this at home. Will plan to take the next class.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jerry! We're so glad that class fun and informative. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jennifer Dolph • Oct 2023

Great class! Isaac was entertaining and informative. Fish selections were great! Thank you for a great afternoon!

Teacher's response

Jennifer! Your sushi is beautiful! Thank you for sharing your pictures with us. We're so glad you had a great time!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Matthew • Oct 2023

The instructor was engaging throughout. The food was delicious. The drinks could have been monitored by wait staff better. I expected a longer demonstration, and eating the meal in courses, but it worked out ok.

Linda Henningsen • Oct 2023

The chef was excellent, staff very attentive, so organized! And food was delicious! Try it!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Linda! So glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie

Patti A. Jacques-Smith • Oct 2023

Teacher was very knowledgeable and a good presenter. I recommend taking future classes with the instructor.

Evita Krislock • Oct 2023

Vera was great. I appreciated the personal stories and emphasis that there other ways to make these. Venue was wonderful, though it may have been helpful if the personal cooktops had been place between the partners. Menu was fantastic, invitation to apply techniques was helpful as well as important. Thanks for this opportunity.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Evita! We really appreciate your feedback and hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jana Framstad • Oct 2023

Vira was fun and informative about the Mexican food and heritage. She gave us personal attention on our cooking skills. Plus it was delicious!

Teacher's response

Thanks for your feedback, Jana. We are glad you could join us!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Bonnie Gow • Oct 2023

I loved the class! Everything Vira made was do good I learned a few things I have never known like when you soak the beans overnight put them in the fridge! Thank you Vira

Teacher's response

Thank you, Bonnie!
We are so glad you had fun and learned something new!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Justin Sulya • Oct 2023

Jamie’s soups are always good. She shares a lot of good information that’s relevant like how to store ingredients we didn’t use a lot of, herbs, etc. She also is great about including the “why” not just the “how” even explaining what would happen if you swapped ingredients to make something that traditionally uses animal products vegan or vice versa.

Dave & Kathi Snyder • Oct 2023

Jamie always does a great class She explains things well and doesn't use"cooking" terms that aren't common usage but in plain English. She is open to questions and comments and always responds positively. She also gives credit to her assistants, sous chefs, all during the class without making it drag on. But it is obvious that they know each other and like working together. All around awesome

Peggy Colvin • Oct 2023

Kristi is always a great teacher!
The food she prepared was very good.
Can't wait until the next class.

Sunny Harris • Oct 2023

Class was full of wonderful smells ! Food was fabulous! Since I don't get to shop Spokane often Kristi has places to try if you want to get certain authentic foods that I didn't know existed! Will have to try! I didn't see anything you need to improve on ! Good job Everyone!

Anne Marie Axworthy • Oct 2023

Jamie made this a great learning experience! Our cookie decorating supplies were impeccably organized and prepared. She provided great step-by-step instructions and encouragement for our own efforts at cookie decorating!

Debra Kowalkowski • Oct 2023

This was a fantastic, fun, learning experience! Jamie knows what she’s doing, is well prepared, and can teach others in a very short time the art of cookie decorating.

Jennifer Turner • Oct 2023

Any time you have an opportunity to learn something from someone take it! This was a great experience. Very well run. Smooth process.

Judy Rowand • Oct 2023

Kristi was such a great teacher – she made a genuine effort and show each of us exactly what each step we were working on should look like and didn’t rush us. Enjoyed every single minute of her presentation and I look forward to taking more of her classes.☺️
I also love having the option to have a glass of wine while we cook!

Nicholas Deruyter • Sep 2023

Very entertaining teacher. He had a good sense of humor and was a very kind soul. I liked how he not only gave details about the recipe we were working on but other potential options to make Pavlova.

Food he made for us was amazing as well.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Nicholas. We love Ricky too!
I'm so glad you enjoyed the class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Hugh and Jody Severs • Sep 2023

Great food, great instructor and helpful recipe notes for take home use. We had a great time!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Severs! So glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie

Kim Kirk • Sep 2023

Kristie is a wonderful teacher -so in depth and clear while she teaches.Learned so much . Really enjoyed the class.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Kim! We greatly appreciate your feedback!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Deb Gore • Sep 2023

This was an amazing class, exceeded my expectations! Ricky Webster was fantastic, kept the class interesting, has incredible knowledge about the topic, moved at an easy to follow pace, availed himself to questions readily. Facilities are outstanding, so clean and well stocked. It was easy to see him both from the counter as well as the screens above.
Staff were super friendly. I learned so much in such a short time! Definitely recommend to anyone interested, can't wait to make one of my own!

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Deb! I hope that you are having a wonderful time trying the recipes at home. Hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Dotti Gurney • Sep 2023

I thoroughly enjoyed the class as I’ve never had Pavlova before. It’s delicious and realize I need to allow plenty of time to prepare.
Ricky is a great presenter with great knowledge and understanding for those of us who haven’t made it before.
I look forward to his additional classes.

Ann Schnabel • Sep 2023

Ricky made the class so interesting with his pearls of wisdom and his winning personality. I picked up many good tips and I will try making pavlova for a special occasion in the future. The overhead screen made visualization easy and your staff was eager to make us comfortable. I enjoyed the class and hope to come again. Thanks for the class and the 10% discount!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Ann! We so appreciate that feedback. We hope to see you in class again soon - and maybe you can share a picture of your own amazing pavlova with us!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Gayle Kiser • Sep 2023

Tremendous venue for participants to view, hear, participate comfortably. Great that parking was complimentary by Kitchen Engine who also offered 10% discount on after class purchases. Chef Ricky is fabulous, an accomplished award winning pastry Chef who happens to be a great instructor. His demo and commentary are flawless, and he answers questions graciously and thoroughly. Pavlova is beautiful and imaginative. Chef Ricky made it look doable, decorative, and versatile for rustic and special occasions. His Toppings were gorgeous and added tasty pizza. Way to go, Kitchen Engine. You've got it going on

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Gayle! :) Your comments made our day - we try our best! Hopefully you can join us for another class soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jean Reider • Sep 2023

Excellent instruction on how to make a Pavlova dessert. I really appreciated Mr. Webster's willingness to answer questions. He also shared information on why he was doing things a particular way.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jean! I hope you have great success trying your own pavlova at home!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Janet Pommerening • Sep 2023

Ricky is an excellent teacher. Very friendly and inclusive. Provided lots of details of why you do things a certain way. Gave lots of options. Very entertaining.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for your feedback Janet, and for sharing this wonderful picture!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Alethea McCann • Sep 2023

He chose recipes that were easy to follow, had great suggestions on how you can do it differently.
It was fun and interesting.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Alethea! I'm so glad you had a good time!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Gwen Utley • Sep 2023

Very enjoyable! First time with Ricky Webster and now looking forward to future classes with him!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Gwen! We look forward to seeing you in class again!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Gayle Tenbrink • Sep 2023

Clarification that this was an "entertainment" style class came too late. Vegetarian cooking might not be the best choice for main dish, Moussaka.

Christopher Bonn • Sep 2023

I found it was very enjoyable and entertaining, engaging. Kristi was and is very knowledgeable, she answered questions. I will watching for more classes.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Christopher! We look forward to seeing you!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jamie Stephens - Thiel • Sep 2023

Jamie was very personable and easy to follow instructor. She provided great explanations along with detail in the recipes that she gave us. Dining on the food as she made it also helped tie in the experience. I will recommend coming to classes there to all my friends

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Jamie! I really appreciate your feedback. We have so many great classes coming up and look forward to seeing you again!

~Jamie

Jacque Stallinga • Sep 2023

Enjoyed the class and the food. Great recipes and adaptation of old favorites. Thank you very

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jacque! I am so glad you enjoyed the class!

~Jamie Aquino

Frank Goodman • Sep 2023

Jeremy knowledgeable. Class was somewhat disorganized with missing ingredients and not enough food processors for sharing. In the end, it all worked out and I feel skilled enough to make these recipes at home. The staff was very supportive.

Zac Oneal • Sep 2023

Kristi's Artisan Pizza class is immensely informative and fun. Good pizza to eat too. I signed up for the class to learn a couple of things that have been deficient in my pizza making at home. Kristi's class answered all my questions and gave my a number of great tips that will take my pizzas to the next level. I highly recommend her Artisan Pizza Class. Thanks Kristi!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Zac! I'm so glad that you enjoyed this class and that it advanced your pizza making prowess!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Marti Martin • Sep 2023

Great teacher. Very sweet and patient to my granddaughter who was 60 years younger than most attendees. Yummy recipes.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Marti! It was so great having you both in class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jo • Sep 2023

Loved this class I am actually a pretty good cook, but was having trouble mastering pizza dough, especially the stretching and shaping of dough. This class definitely gave me the advice and tools I needed to form better pizzas.

Teacher's response

Hi Jo, thank you for taking the time to write a review! We're glad this class provided the tips and tools to up your pizza game!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Rick Robinson • Sep 2023

Fun class. Very interesting and looks easy to apply her teachings! kook forward to more classes.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Rick! We hope to see you again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Kris McNevin • Sep 2023

Class was great! Kristi gave lots of great information and ideas for variations! Pizza was great and will attend other classes

Teacher's response

Thank you, Kris! I'm glad this class was helpful to you and I hope we'll see you again soon!

~Jamie Aquino

Janna Loeppky • Sep 2023

Amazing instruction and length of class! I can’t wait to take another one. I feel so much more confident using my kitchen knives!

Teacher's response

We're glad you enjoyed the class! Being confident in handling a knife makes all the difference! We hope to see you in another class soon,

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Patti Livingstone • Sep 2023

Teacher was experienced and clear with instructions. Loved that I got to bring home so much. Recipes are easy to follow. Only downside was our mixer didn’t work properly and we then had a good wait to use a food processor. Teacher moved ahead and we felt a bit behind everyone.

Gretchen Cook • Sep 2023

It was a great first class experience. I look forward to taking more in the future.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Gretchen! We are so glad you enjoyed yourself!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Joe Miller • Sep 2023

Knife Skills 101 was a great class and relevant for most of us! I learned a lot of essential basics and really enjoyed the experience. Logan was a great instructor and the Kitchen Engine facility is fantastic. Well organized and resourced. I appreciated the available drinks (coffee, in my case). I plan to do more Kitchen Engine classes.

Teacher's response

Hey, Joe! Thank you for the feedback! We're glad class was great for you and look forward to seeing you again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Samantha Howell • Sep 2023

I feel much safer using knives. Teacher was awesome.

I really was not cutting or taking care of my knifes well AT ALL.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Samantha! We are so glad that this class was helpful to you!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Alex Marmon • Sep 2023

Awesome class for a beginner. Might not take me 2 hours to chop peppers and onions anymore!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Alex. I am so glad you enjoyed class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Paul • Sep 2023

nick knew his stuff but it was obvious he did not have expereince with this presentation in this specific setting

i would have liked to see more detail and how to do more dishes, it may have been me but i did not feel liked i really learned how to make a dish

Nicole Shaw • Sep 2023

This was a great class! We thoroughly enjoyed the instructor and the food was wonderful!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Nicole! I'm glad you had a great time!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Janice Leitner • Sep 2023

Very hands on class, great instruction, fun, looking forward to attending more classes from Jeremy!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Janice! We look forward to seeing you!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Beth McGibbon • Sep 2023

Nick and his team are excellent teachers. The recipes were clearly demonstrated and all questions were addressed. The food was delicious and I look forward to making the dishes for friends and family. Thank you!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Beth! We so appreciate the feedback. I hope you have a great time making the recipes at home!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Spencer Roberg • Sep 2023

The instructor was knowledgeable, pleasant, and enthusiastic. The instruction was clear and fun and all the steps were well thought out. The staff were all kind and helpful, and helped add an air of fun to the whole class.

Corrine Manes • Sep 2023

I had a great time and learned a lot but I felt that it wasn't hands on enough. Forn$85 I just wish we were able to cook the meals instead of them being cooked in front of us. Instructor was friendly and informative I just feel I didn't get my money's worth without actually cooking anything.

Darla Rick • Sep 2023

This was my first time to The Kitchen Engine since the remodel, the new kitchen is beautiful! I brought a friend along and we had a great time and I look forward to trying the new Thai recipes out on friends. Nick did a good job especially for his first class. He was very personable and seemed knowledgable in Thai cuisine. Looking forward to my next class.

Ann Hurst • Sep 2023

The instructions were great. Recipes were clear and easy to follow. The food was delicious. I definitely learned about some ingredients I have never seen or used.

Paul • Sep 2023

This is actually Janet. I was unable to register for the class with my name. Class was wonderful Learned a lot and was able to go home and make a new batch by myself. Class was a lot of fun.

Greg Reese • Sep 2023

Jeremy is a very energetic and fun instructor. He was very informative and made sure we all understood the directions before moving forward. We thoroughly enjoyed the class and can't wait to attend more. The facilities the Kitchen Engine provide are perfect for the size of classes they offer. Went to purchase the ravioli maker that we used in class, and sadly, they were sold out. Disappointing but just gives us another reason to come back to the store Which is always a highlight in our day!

Would really like to see more Italian cooking classes on the schedule with Jeremy as the instructor.

Katy Clark • Sep 2023

Nick was very articulate and knowledgeable! I learned about different spices and where to find them. The space is extremely user friendly and beautiful. I will gladly attend another class from Nick.

Cindy Bryant • Sep 2023

Wonderful class. Jeremy made the process of making ravioli simple and straight forward. The group was fun. It was great to sample the food before we made it and after we created our own. Such a fun day!

Callie Beach • Sep 2023

Loved how everything was prepared and organized so beautifullythe class flowed so well.

The instruction was very easy to follow and understand.

Tom Shirey • Sep 2023

I called to cancel yesterday do to a family issue and when was called today about the class I told them I had left a voicemail informing them I had to cancel. I then asked if I could get an in store credit. I was told because I did not cancel 72 hours in advance I could not get in store credit.

How am I to know, 72 hours on advance, of a family issue.

My wife and I have attended many cooking classes at the Kitchen Engine and I have to say I'm disappointed in not being able to get an in store credit.

Melinda Kenney • Sep 2023

The instructor was fun and easy going. The written materials were easy to follow and everything was so organized. The support staff were also amazing.

Angela Cox • Sep 2023

Our teacher was so great! Very informative and friendly in the short amount of time.

Connie Lipsker • Sep 2023

LOVE the shorter class format! It was very informative, well-priced, & enjoyable! I hope you will offer more like this. Thank you.

Jodie Brierley • Sep 2023

The class was a good introduction and I enjoyed the instructor. The only thing that was disappointing was how rushed the class was and wine was not appropriate with the time allotted I had to guzzle it so the next class could come in.

Dawn Kassa • Sep 2023

This class is a 5/5 idea and will be only scoring 5/5 soon once the kinks are worked out. I love the idea of a "test drive" and it benefited me since I had always hesitated about taking a class. With this, I could test the waters to see if the delivery of the class fit into my learning style and comfort level, all for a very affordable fee. And it did But I think having 3 classes back to back in such a short time provided too much frenetic energy. Some may love that, but I prefer more calm. Knowledgeable teacher; awesome appetizers on the menu; provided the printed recipes to take home; loved getting to use top of the line tools to cut, zest, etc.; ingredients were fresh and things I wouldn't think to use (spicy jellies, cheeses used in new ways and different flavored balsamic vinegar); support staff was friendly and helpful; adult beverages were offered for a price to add to the experience; new kitchen was roomy and comfortable; and most importantly, I learned new things and the food was delicious! Overall, this class idea is a winner! Please keep them coming. I am an ok "cook" but always looking to add skills to my repertoire. I highly recommend this class for beginning cooks or chefs alike; those wanting to learn new/fun/creative recipes; those who don't have the time to attend the longer classes; a fun date night or hanging with your friends; or anyone who wants to eat some great food in a comfortable setting!

Shelly Stone • Sep 2023

The teacher was friendly, relaxed and easy to follow. The food we made was delicious and I can’t wait to make it myself the next time I have friends over. I’ll definitely do another class!

Janae • Sep 2023

Our teacher Jaime was so fun and helpful. She was very easy to understand and made the whole experience so enjoyable. The setting was very comfortable and was prepped with everything we would need.
We made three different types of “toast” and they were all delicious and included surprising ingredients.
My husband and I can’t wait to do this again!
Thank you so much Jaime and all your helpers!

Debbie Oscarson • Sep 2023

The teacher was great. This was a very fun and informative intro class. The food we made was tasty. It was very fun using some new to me ingredients and getting to taste them.

Greg Tillotson • Sep 2023

Fantastic experience! My wife and I have wanted to do this for years we are so glad we did. Love the atmosphere, the hands on learning and the knowledge shared. We will be back to drive a full class!

Jamie Lawrence • Sep 2023

Great experience and very good teacher. Jamie was both fun and knowledgeable. The food we made was delicious!

Katie Buller • Sep 2023

My husband & I enjoyed the class very much. Appetizers at home can be time consuming or boring. Ms. Aquino was happy, informative and easy to follow. All her instructions were explained. She also told us where we can purchase the items we used.
I particularly liked the classroom layout and how everything was prepared and ready to go. There was no idle time.
We watched, we learned, we tasted, and we thoroughly enjoyed everything! Thank you.

Peggy Colvin • Sep 2023

Teacher was great and I will use the recipes.
I like the short classes. hello

Louann Hommel • Sep 2023

Our instructor was wonderful. The venue is perfect. I really enjoyed it and plan to take a regular class sometime soon.

Brenda Rinaldi • Sep 2023

Instructor was awesome and the support help was very polite and helpful. Enjoyed the class and as always you will see me again. Thank you!

Sunny Harris • Sep 2023

The class Cheesey Mash potato class was short and sweet and sooo yummy! Kristie is a lovely person

Sherrie Balen • Sep 2023

Instructor was very professional but fun. The fried potatoes ball were very fun to make. Will look into another class

Teacher's response

Thanks, Sherrie! We are so glad you enjoyed yourself!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Petra Hoy • Sep 2023

It was very informative and yummy. Al was very fun and helpful. Mack was great too

Teacher's response

Thanks, Petra! We hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Betty Krafft • Sep 2023

While I often shop at Farmers' Markets, this was my first time at Kendall Yards so it was interesting to see who is at this market. It was also interesting to see how one figures out a theme and purchases items based on that theme, in our case Mexican.
I have never used a tomatillo so I learned about preparing and cooking them.

Teacher's response

Thank you for joining us, Betty! I'm so glad that you learned something new!

~Jamie

Connie Lipsker • Sep 2023

The instructor was engaging, entertaining, & funny.
Recommendations for class content:
• Offer handout that includes pertinent information for attendees to take home. Temperature guide for cooking—rare, med. rare, medium, etc
& cooking time guidelines
• It is very difficult to watch instructor & the demonstration, & at the same time be expected to take our own notes!
• Written handout should also include how/why different cuts of beef differ in cost. Maybe a “good, better, best” cut & cost list. Also would have been helpful to know how to cook less expensive cuts to maximize their tenderness & taste.
• Maybe also several great recipes that show how to enhance each cut of beef covered, i.e. cooking with wine, etc.
These are added- value items to justify the cost of the class. We can all learn many basic cooking skills on you-tube.
• Serve less food at this class in favor of adding the above.
The Kitchen Engine classes are the most expensive of the 5 cooking class venues that I’ve taken classes from in the Spokane area. I think by ramping up your deliverables, you can maintain a strong & growing customer base.
Thank you for soliciting feedback!

Jamie Moesges • Sep 2023

Great instructor and we were able to take what we learned and immediately improve the steaks we cook at home.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jamie! I hope your at home grilling has been great!

~Jamie

April Hauschild • Sep 2023

I can’t wait to cook steak Al’s way. The method is doable for the average cook and the steaks tasted amazing with the seasonings he used. Al is fun and entertaining. So glad I attended this class.

Teacher's response

Thanks, April! We are glad you attended too! So glad to hear that you've got some new skills for cooking at home!

~Jamie

Monica J Chapman • Sep 2023

Such a fun class! Jamie was very prepared and loved the trip to the market to shop for ingredients. I was very impressed with how Jamie was so organized during the class. Lots of participation and a fun group of people. Plus the different courses were delicious. Will definitely sign up for another Farm to Table class next year

Teacher's response

Thank you, Monica! I greatly appreciate that feedback. We hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie

Alicia Birkner • Sep 2023

Another great F2T with Jamie. I loved learning about how to use different in-season fruits and vegetables. Jamie is such a fountain of knowledge. The Kitchen Engine classes and instructors are outstanding.

It’s going to be hard to wait for 2024 Farmers Market!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Alicia! We appreciate that feedback so much!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Greg Carman • Sep 2023

Al was awesome. Gave us lots of info in a fun way. Kept us engaged. After the class i won't be over cooking my steak again

Teacher's response

Thank you, Greg! We're so glad you had a great time!

~Jamie
Class Coordinator

Anonymized ClassBento student • Sep 2023

I had to rate this as OK primarily due to the snarky attitude of the teacher and the relatively meager portion of steak served to each participant. Al Baston opened the discussion with an "in your face" sort of delivery which seemed to catch some of the customers off-guard. He prompted the customers for questions but then seemed to ramble off-topic when answering. For some reason Mr. Baston's mannerism fell flat with me and also seemed to for others.
Finally, once the steak was done a server walked around and placed 2 - 3 very thin slices on each plate. This happened for each of the 4 steak cuts. I thought this was strange as it needed up with about 1 lb of each steak cut as leftovers. These leftovers were not offered to the participants.
This was all unfortunate as the steak was actually quite good and the cooking tips were excellent. With just a bit of tweaking this would have rated as 4 stars for sure.

Deanna Harris • Sep 2023

I appreciated how open the instructor was to questions through out the class. I learned some great ideas for creating consistency with my results.

Andrew Cato • Sep 2023

Al was very personable and very happy to answer any and all questions related to the material being taught (steak). The class was fun and educational, and helped open my eyes to what I was doing wrong with my own attempts at making great steaks. Definitely will go to any classes he's teaching in the future.
When's Steak 201?

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Andrew. We always hope our classes are fun and informative!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Judy Rowand • Sep 2023

Fantastic - she was very thorough in her instructions and demonstration. I really enjoyed the class and will certainly do more classes.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Judy! We look forward to seeing you!

~Jamie

Madalyn Ohrt • Sep 2023

Jamie did a great job explaining why she was picking the foods she was picking at the market and threw in some recipe ideas for veggies we weren't going to be using. The kitchen was well organized and the staff did a great job helping out and keeping it all clean. The food was AMAZING and I learned some really interesting cooking methods. Can't wait to sign up for another class!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Madalyn! I very much appreciate that feedback! Hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie

Michelle Mullin • Sep 2023

Chef Noreen was great! The facility is very nice. My complaint is that I was sitting in a spot where it was difficult to see what was going on. There was a screen but I could stay home, look at a screen and save $85. Maybe you should consider having fewer students or having graduated prices by what seat you get.

Krista Woodruff • Sep 2023

Jamie is always wonderfulorganized, lots of handy tips, delicious-tasting recipes and take home recipe handouts. All three burgers were scrumptious! Thank you!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Krista! It was a pleasure to have you in class!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Joy Beardsley • Sep 2023

My favorite class yet! Noreen was very knowledgeable and informative. It was culture sharing as well as a cooking class—loved it. The handouts supplied were excellent and very detailed. I left with a high degree of confidence in my ability to recreate these dishes at home. Beautiful space, as always! Thank you!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Joy! We are so glad you loved it! We hope you have had success making the recipes at home!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Valerie Wahl • Sep 2023

Comfortable, tailored space designed for cooking demo. Chef was well supported with several staff. Range of beverages available for purchase. Very interesting, knowledgeable and well prepared presenter. Very professional Delicious food

Teacher's response

Thanks, Valerie! We really appreciate that feedback and hope to see you in class again soon!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Emily C Johnson • Sep 2023

What was the teacher like? Noreen was friendly and organized.
H ow was the venue (if applicable)? Venu needs another TV for those sitting nearest the stove. Unable to see inside the pots sitting near the stove.
Handouts were good
Was the experience good value for money? Good value for the money.
What did you do / learn? Great sauce for chicken, good rice recipe, good dahl
What did you like most? Butter sauce for the chicken

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Emily! I am so glad you learned great new recipes for later!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Terri Gruber • Sep 2023

I've attended several TKE classes.
This one is the best ever.
Noreen is capable, articulate, and charming.
Her knowledge of Indian cuisine and depth of experience are dazzling.
Cooking my own naan was great fun.
Just the right amount of participation.
Enjoyed every minute.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Terri! We love Noreen too! I am so glad that you had a wonderful experience.

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Frank Goodman • Sep 2023

Wine pairing with dinner food is an occasionally refreshing class than the typical cooking class. We learned about Italian small vineyard wines and enjoyed some great Italian dishes. The preparation of the dinner courses are time consuming so would not be feasible to prep in a 2-3 hour class. The recipes were helpful to get. It was easy to ask questions and our chef and winemaker were quick to answer them. Service from support staff was excellent.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Frank! We do our best to make sure you have a great experience!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Chelsea Gipson • Sep 2023

This class was so fun! I've taken two other cooking classes, so this was a fun departure from having to do the work. The chef and wine maker were friendly and made beautiful pairings together. My husband and I would definitely come back and do this again!

Teacher's response

Thanks, Chelsea! I am so glad you had a great time. We enjoy Antonio and Jeremy so much too!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jeanhenri Denio • Aug 2023

Wonderful taste of Italy experience with Jeremy and AntonioThe Kitchen Engine is always a shining example of perfection for their dinner and shopping experience

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate it!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Mark Stiltz • Aug 2023

Both the chef and the winemaker were interacting and knowledgeable and the food and wine were all high quality. There was nothing I didn't like. The servers were attentive yet invisible.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Mark. We greatly appreciate your feedback! We take such pride in our events!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Kellee Quick • Aug 2023

Wonderful presentation. Knowledgeable. Entertaining. Great wine and food. Paired exceptionally well. Great pour. Marvelous space.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Kellee! I am so glad you had a wonderful time!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Brad Wiedrich • Aug 2023

I liked the winemaker comparing Italy to Oregon with comparable size but extreme differences in grape varietals

Teacher's response

Thank you for the feedback, Brad. Antonio is a wealth of wine information!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jeanne Quinn • Aug 2023

The wine and food paired well. The help was very kind and friendly too.
thank you.

Jakub Rosman • Aug 2023

Teacher was funny, wity, and clear. The recipes were easy to follow especially since I never really done vegetarian recipes before.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Jakub! I'm glad you learned something new!

~Jamie

Betty Krafft • Aug 2023

Burgers were delicious and a good, healthy alternative dinner. Good, clear instructions provided. Thank you

Teacher's response

You are welcome, Betty! I'm glad you enjoyed this class!

~Jamie

Carlie Lee • Aug 2023

Jamie is a fantastic teacher who remains engaging and entertaining throughout the entire class. Her recipes are full of flavor and ones that I look forward to making at home!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Carlie!

~Jamie

Tracie Surran • Aug 2023

Another great class thank you with some amazing Insight some great recipes and some wonderful tastings

Catherine McGowan • Aug 2023

So much fun! I loved the tips and tricks the instructor shared. Can't wait to make all three of the recipes!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Catherine! I hope you have had success trying your own at home!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Chanylle • Aug 2023

Well organized and the chef was clear with instructions and communication. The burgers were delicious!

Teacher's response

Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Tanya Rice • Aug 2023

Teacher was great. Great recipes. Fun tasting. Seriously! I need eight more words for review acceptance …really!

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Tanya!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Julie Reynolds • Aug 2023

Did not know that I was to bring another person. The class was set up for 2 people. Was very awkward being a single. Felt left out. I did learn alot and the food was delicious

Debbie Olson • Aug 2023

Jamie was amazing! Super fun and informative class. Delicious food (of course), and a great date night! We're inspired to hit all the great farmers' markets more often :)

Teacher's response

Thanks so much, Debbie. We are glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Jane McLeish • Aug 2023

Jeff took every question He was great !
Hopefully he will teach more classes on bread making.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Jane! We are hoping to add more bread classes going forward!

~Jamie Aquino
Class Coordinator

Susan Wensel • Aug 2023

The class was very informative but not as hands-in as the class description led me to believe it would be. I still learned a lot but it was quite expensive for what we did.

Jax • Aug 2023

The venue was great, the staff wonderful. Not a very financially accessible class. The tools and ingredients were expensive. The recipe required the use of a specialty grain that only that store sells which is limiting and a bit unnecessary. I would've loved a class where we got to learn how to bake a consistently good bread out of things you can get at a regular grocery store. The information was helpful though and good for if you want to make your own fancy bread. This was not what I was hoping for however. Second Harvest in Spokane has lower cost classes, just not as many specifically bread baking classes. I think I will try them next. Overall though it was a good time, professional, and good for a night out.

Teacher's response

Hi Jax,
I'm happy to hear you enjoyed our space and staff! We try and keep our prices affordable but as you know, costs have risen on everything and we also want to make sure our staff is paid. Jeff does use triticale in his recipe, I believe he provides some alternatives that are more widely available such as the Bob's Red Mill 12, 7, and 9 Grain Hot Cereal mixes.
We love 2nd Harvest, they are a fantastic non-profit organization! Hoping you are able to use the bread pan we give to each student for taking our class!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Gayle Tenbrink • Aug 2023

Jamie was personable, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She created a tasty menu and provided clear instructions. Support staff and cooking setting were excellent.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your feedback, Gayle. We really appreciate it! We're so glad that you enjoyed the class!

~Jamie

Nicholas Deruyter • Aug 2023

I loved the end result of what we made that day. The bread was delicious and the teacher was very kind and willing to answer all our questions.

Did wish we could've learned how to make the dough ourselves, using the ingredients listed on the paperwork. As I would've at least liked to know if I made any mistakes prepping the dough while in this class.

Other than that, the class was great.

Teacher's response

Thanks so much for taking the time to review the class. We are big fans of Jeff's Triticale bread! Jeff and I are considering how to incorporate making the dough without adding another hour to class time! We hope you enjoy making Jeff's Triticale bread for years to come, I highly recommend making French Toast with it!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Donna Sellers • Aug 2023

Jeff was fantastic. The bread is fantastic, and we can't wait to trt making it at home. We'd totally do another class with him.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much, Donna! We hope to see you again soon!

Melissa Poe • Aug 2023

Great class! Jamie was knowledgeable and very good with explanations & answers to questions. I learned a lot and took away some great new ideas for dishes. The meal we prepared was delicious. The staff was super helpful and friendly as well.

Teacher's response

Thank you, Melissa! We're so glad you enjoyed it!

~Jamie

Dondi May • Aug 2023

The sides and desert were amazing - so delicious!
Brisket was OK, and serving (1/2 lb) was too small per my Husband.
At $75 didn't feel like it was a good value, but very enjoyable.

Ellen Clark • Aug 2023

The food (especially the brisket and the corn) were tasty, but meal overall way too heavy and starchy (twice baked potato AND Mac n cheese AND cornbread—didn’t need all 3). Portion sizes were very generous.

Nicole Shaw • Aug 2023

This was one of the best meals I have ever had! Thank you so much!

Jeanhenri Denio • Aug 2023

OMGz! Every single item was beyond the"heat thunder dome",excellent praise fir brisket and all side dishes , extra shout out for the street cornbut bananas puddingmic drop we passed out

Dawn Mattinson • Aug 2023

So,good. Banana pudding one of my favorites. Also loved the cornbread and the corn

Troy Wunderlich • Aug 2023

The pop up restaurant night was fantastic. Everything was delicious! I look forward to the next one.

Melissa Erickson • Aug 2023

The food was delicious and the portions were generous. We Loved it! Thank you, thank you!

Mary Schu • Aug 2023

The brisket was delicious. The whole meal was good. Dessert was fantastic! We love the Mac n Cheese. The cornbread is good. Little more brisket would gave 5 starred. Thank you and good idea.

Lorena Arnold • Aug 2023

Everything was wonderful! Our fathers both loved the dessert! My wife and i loved the brisket

Shaun Reeser • Aug 2023

So many delicious things! Super tender brisket, moist corn bread, amazing elote, and so much more!

Sophia Cameron • Aug 2023

My 10 year old granddaughter was very reluctant to take the class. I could tell she was very nervous when we got there. When I picked her up she was full of smiles and excitement! She was so very proud of her pasta creation and served it to her mom that night for dinner. She wanted me to buy her a pasta machine after the class! She was so excited she can’t wait for the holiday class for kids. Great job Kitchen Engine and the class instructor was really great and related well to the children!

Teacher's response

Thank you, Sophia. We love to hear this! We hope to see you again at Christmastime!

~Jamie

Laura Woods • Aug 2023

My kids loved this class and can’t wait to make pasta at home. The facility was perfect and they food they brought home was delicious.

Garrett Fleisher • Aug 2023

Loved my teacher and best time ever. Learned how to make pasta and had my Grammy get me a pasta maker!

Teacher's response

Garrett, you were a pleasure to have in class. I hope you get to use your pasta maker many times and someday even pass it down to your children. I hope to see you in another Young Chefs' class!

Jamie

Tim Lewis • Aug 2023

Great class! Instructor was engaging and amusing. Gave a bit of history, tons of easy-to-follow directions, and even a few Star Wars jokes! The sushi my son and I made was great (though not always as 'presentable' as it should have been, but we'll be working on it), and the suggestion of adding thin slices of lemon was a great tip. My ONLY wish: I know the class was titled 'Beyond Rice', and we did get an instruction sheet on how to make it, I wish we could've spent 5 minutes talking about tips and tricks regarding making it, since it is the most important ingredient. Regardless - Enjoyable and informative class with a fun and knowledgeable instructor.

Teacher's response

Thanks for the review, Tim! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the class, and we just love that you and your son came together, how fun!
We are considering a "beginners" sushi class that would involve sushi rice instruction, hoping to add it to our current offerings in the near future.

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Gary Gibson • Aug 2023

Great class. Fun, and you get to eat your work. Glad to know there are 2 more advanced classes. Plus a chance to meet and speak with new people

Jenna Horning • Aug 2023

Hilarious teacher, well done class, absolutely amazing food. Loved the structure of the class. Ten outta ten would do again.

Lisa Dumais • Aug 2023

Awesome teacher - she explained everything in detail. Fun class - especially since we made jam and took home two quarts. Helpful tips were great

Lynne Emmons • Aug 2023

Have never made jam or canned, and was intimated by the whole process. The instructor broke down the process into simple steps always reinforcing the importance of following the science. It was a fun evening and I took home two jars of raspberry jam that I made … yummy!

Connie Lipsker • Aug 2023

The instructor was pleasant & knowledgeable. The content of the subject matter was very basic. Not sure I would recommend someone take this class given the $110. cost.
For the duration (2.5 hrs.) & cost of the class, I would recommend expanding the content to include additional canning instruction such as chutneys & pickling. Eliminate the student hands-on portion as the instructor was able to demonstrate the process effectively in 1 hour, & could then add the additional canning information suggested above & still complete the class in under 3 hours. Thank you

Patti Jacques-Smith • Aug 2023

Another great class. Very informative. Great pace. Instructor is friendly and approachable. Go to try and make Jam soon.

Heather Minter • Aug 2023

Kristi was a wealth of knowledge. I’ve canned many times before but was self taught. I learned several things that will make the process easier. The kitchen was well set up for success with everything we needed to make raspberry jam. Appetizers were a nice addition since we couldn’t eat what we made.

Gigi Schneidmiller • Aug 2023

I really had fun. Jamie was an excellent, informative, and personable instructor. The training kitchen was amazing. Having her orchestrate all of the participants was a little chaotic but it was fun to participate in prepping for the meal, seeing how quickly such a big feast came together. I also appreciated the assistants who were very nice and helpful. Jamie's mic at times was not cooperating (in the kitchen.) and it was a little hard to hear her at the farmer's market, but overall was a fun experience and I definitely would do it again or recommend it to someone.

Michael Burke • Aug 2023

I really enjoyed this class, as did my daughters who also attended. We did a variety of prep work and my daughters cooked the mushrooms for the tacos and made a vinaigrette ( Jossie had never done that.
We got a different angle on summer salads and and the sauces were both different and very good.
My only criticism would be that Jamie was occasionally drowned out by all of the background noise at the market.

Laurie Crane • Aug 2023

Jamie and staff were great. Very engaging and interactive Plan to do this again soon!

Alicia Birkner • Aug 2023

This class was outstanding! Everything from picking produce straight from the farmer’s market to preparing and eating it fresh. Jamie is fun and engaging and a wealth of knowledge. I would take all of her classes!

Maureen Goins • Aug 2023

Jamie is an incredible instructor, and the class was very interactive and fun. Learned a lot! Thank you!

Leslie Huppin • Aug 2023

Great class, friendly environment and very interactive and everything was delicious! Thank you for the dairy free options

Elise McCrorie • Aug 2023

My partner and I had a great time attending the Artisan Pizza class for our anniversary. The class was well formatted with pre-prepared pizza, dough making, and assembling pizzas with pre made dough. I loved that we had dough to take home to make dinner with later in the week.

Teacher's response

Thanks, Elise. We have such a great time with this class and are so glad that you did too!

~Jamie
Class Coordinator

Marcia Phillips • Aug 2023

Although friendly young man, found his instructions a bit confusing, especially since written instructions were minimal and incomplete, for example, on how to use and maintain mother starter. He verbally gave lots of advice, but for me these tips would have been very helpful with class syllabus. Grateful for web sites.

Jean Stickelmeyer • Jul 2023

It was fun. Kristi was very good.
Pizza was wonderful. Well probably take another class

Sasha Tibbetts • Jul 2023

Learned so much about sourdough starter. Class was fun and the venue is great. Got to taste lots of yummy carbs. Great did anyone who is unsure about getting into sourdough.

Barbara Biles • Jul 2023

Jeff is very knowledgeable, and is patient with students. I appreciated coming home with a starter, with good instructions. Love the classroom. The support staff were great.
It was good that Kitchen Engine had most items to be able to follow through with the class.

Clarissa McBride • Jul 2023

The teacher was great, Very informative! My second time for a class and it didn’t disappoint!

Jane McLeish • Jul 2023

Class was great. I do wish we would have been able to see dough folding techniques but understand why that wasn’t possible.

Kirsten Robinson • Jul 2023

Great review on getting your starter going and keeping it going, Enjoyed that it was a pretty low-key class and able to try some yummy sourdough bread as well as pancakes

Sean Fulton • Jul 2023

Had a great time! The instructor was likeable and was great with the "How to" and was considerate of all attendees viewing experience. He did have a hard time with questions when asked about names of items, types of sushi.

Overall absolutely loved it and would do it again. I learned a lot about making sushi, sashimi

Kaylyn Myers • Jul 2023

The remodel of the kitchen engine is amazing! The cooking class spots give you enough room to spread out, make yourself comfortable cooking, but close enough to engage in conversation with the group next to you.

Jamie was a great chef to follow! She was cheerful and very personable. She gave great advice and was extremely helpful and patient when people asked her questions about cooking the meals at home.

It was very exciting to hear about some new chefs coming to the group, sign me up for a Thai Cooking class for sure!

Deanna Brisbois • Jul 2023

We enjoyed Jamie. Very knowledgeable and engaging
Two of the dishes were very similar with sauces and egg on top. Although both were great would have preferred a more variable menu

Cheryl Branz • Jul 2023

Loved it! So organized and Jamie is such a calm cook! We made enough to have leftovers, too! Yum!

Angi Tomson • Jul 2023

We enjoyed the class. Full of great information and lots of laughs. We can't wait till the next class. We would have liked it if they had gone more into making the sticky rice but other than that, we took away some great information and are ready to make our own at home! Thank you

Paul Pommerening • Jul 2023

Instructor seemed rushed. He was very knowledgeable but was talking a mile a minute. Otherwise good

Nellie Swartz • Jul 2023

The teacher was very kind and thorough, willing to give one-on-one instruction when needed. He did the best explanation of the "claw" that I have heard. The kitchen was beautiful and well-lit, the station was well-supplied with everything and was well-designed. If materials were provided, did you like them? It was fun to get to work with very high-quality knives that the average home cook doesn't get to work with very often. Was the experience good value for money? If you are a brand-new knife user, yes, very much so. I was expecting more opportunities for people who are more comfortable with knives as well, maybe working with some vegetables or cuts of meat that are more challenging to break down. Overall, I would recommend this to someone who has little to no experience with knife skills at all, not an intermediate knife user.

Tom Chavez • Jul 2023

The venue was great! I enjoyed the history and background. I believe it adds to the enjoyment of creating the sushi. The instructor was very knowledgeable and showed enthusiasm for providing a wonderful experience.

Rita Mellema • Jul 2023

The evening was nonstop information mixed with fun, laughter, and incredible food. Highly recommend this class if you have ever tried to make sushi on your own.

Sandra Pavelich • Jul 2023

Fun, wonderful class. Great chef who was witty, and a joy to be with. Learned many hints to make our suchi and a lot about quality and kinds of fish to use. We loved the class!

Debi Haynes • Jul 2023

Good class that advanced my sushi making skills. Nice facilities, the large monitors were helpful. Very hands-on.

Elizabeth Gravely • Jul 2023

What was the teacher like?
The teacher was fun, friendly, and knew her material.
If materials were provided, did you like them?
Yes. The teacher tried to find the best ingredients so the gluten-free recipes tasted almost similar to their gluten counterparts.
Was the experience good value for money?
Yes.
What did you do / learn?
I learned about three gluten-free recipes. I also learned about the best ingredients for gluten-free baking.
What did you like most?
Everything :)

Rita Mellema • Jul 2023

The teacher was great and energetic. Excellent information. Highly recommend and the food was very tasty.

Kathy Peteron • Jul 2023

Loved this class, everything was delicious! I would have liked to have made one of the recipe items from scratch, but tasting was phenomenal! I would love more gluten free classes if that is possible.
Loved the sharing with other group members and the staff. I learned a ton from this class!

Ann Hurst • Jul 2023

I don’t know much about gluten free cooking and this class was very informative as to what ingredients you can use and where you can get them. The recipes are easy to follow and the food was excellent . The bread was nice and moist, the cookies were great and the pizza also very good.

Vicki Codd • Jul 2023

Instructor was greatlearned not only gluten-free cooking but additional info as she has clinical experience.

Tracy Blue • Jul 2023

This was an amazing class! Kristi was both laid back and extremely organized and knowledgeable. The pizzas we sampled were wonderful, we made our own dough to take home, and then made our own pizzas to cook there! All of the staff were so attentive and friendly. I loved it!

Jim Mellema • Jul 2023

Teacher was very knowledgeable and concise. Great atmosphere. Really enjoyed it! Looking forward to trying it out at home

Clarissa McBride • Jul 2023

The teacher was very informative and engaging. It was a beautiful cooking area with plenty of room.

Lori Ende • Jul 2023

Great venue/atmosphere. Thoroughly enjoyed the class. The support staff was great and Kristi was a wonderful teacher!

Teacher's response

Hi Lori! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the class! Thank you for supporting small business and hope to see you in another class soon!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Taylor Schuck • Jul 2023

Joey was the best instructor for the class! I thought everything was perfect; the material, the location, the treats, etc. The only thing I would change or add is to make it longer! And also add a follow up class. I think an espresso based class would be really cool.

Teacher's response

Thank you for your review, Taylor! I am happy to say we will be making this class more hands-on and a bit longer to accommodate all the technical information Joey has to share!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Lena Lewis • Jul 2023

Have some hands on experience for folks or either more coffee demonstrates with different vessels

Teacher's response

Hi Lena! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are going to make this class much more hands-on as well as adding a bit more time to accommodate for all the information Joey has to share!

Jamie Aquino
TKE Chef and Event Coordinator

Kathy Luden • Jul 2023

The instructor Joey was very knowledgeable and engaging. He answered questions and offered some techniques about brewing. His passion for the profession is obvious. That being said I was disappointed he didn't offer more brewing techniques and more coffee to drink. I came to the class to learn to make better coffee.

Sherrie Winward • Jul 2023

The class was informative but was more about the coffee beans and the processing than actual brewing the coffee. I would have liked to seen the three different brew ways but ran out of time so only could see one. That is alot to cram into 2 hours. Maybe the brewing should be done first and then explain the processing of the beans and the growing while your trying the different ways it is brewed. It was set up nice,the treats were wonderful. He was very willing to answer questions. Thank you.

Randy Rossi • Jul 2023

Great class Joey was extremely knowledgeable. I enjoyed the class and now have a better feel for how and where I can improve my coffee making.

Nancy Lill • Jul 2023

Would have liked more time for brewing and tasting coffee brewed with different methods, however, I wasn't expecting all the education on coffee and coffee production, and it was very interesting and valuable. So - not what I expected from the description, but still a great class. Joey was wonderful.

Rosslyn Bethmann • Jul 2023

Loved Al. He was funny and informative at the same time. My first class and will be back agin.

Philip Baldwin • Jul 2023

We thought that Chef Al taught us important important techniques about cooking steak. The meal he provided was excellent, and he explained all of the steps in good detail. He began with a lesson on the different types of meat, and where the cuts come from on the cow. Some visuals in the form of diagrams would have been very helpful. Ultimately, however, the lesson was about cooking, not butchery, so I think his approach was very effective. Chef Al is very entertaining, but he could direct the class toward constructive questions instead of just asking a knowledge based question. In other words, make us feel confident about the answer before we give it. Overall, the class was good value for money, the food was excellent, and everyone was enjoyable to be with. We had a wonderful time and will take another class.

Mike Terris • Jul 2023

Very informative and made a fun class. Enjoyed the class and the atmosphere was perfect

Kelsey Crocker • Jul 2023

Instructor was nice, explained things clearly, and helped us pick out knives to purchase after class. Good mix of demos and hands-on chopping time. We got to take home the practice veggies to make soup stock later!

Christy Teets • Jul 2023

It was helpful to get to ask specific questions and be able to get answers verses just watching.

Renee Graybill • Jul 2023

This was a great beginning class on Sushi. The information was very applicable and help form the foundation of what knowledge is needed to behing the sushi journey.

Tamara Leitz • Jul 2023

This was a great date night! So fun and interactive. I left feeling confident I could make sushi at home.

Carol Roberts • Jul 2023

the teacher was very fun and funny, and he made it a very fun experience!

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