SPRING DEMONSTRATION
COOKING CLASSES with
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Originally a caterer and personal chef, Sue later became Culinary Coordinator for D&W Food Centers where she designed and operated the first recreational cooking school in Western Michigan, as well as running in-store demo programs for seven locations.
Over the years, Sue continued her passion for good food by producing and hosting the television show Get Fresh With Sue Chef, a farm-to-table cooking show that aired on every public television station in Michigan. A successful bottled spice line and cookbook soon followed. Sue is married to another chef, of course. Together they own and operate four restaurants: Ottawa Beach Inn in Holland, The Mermaid Bar and Grill and Baldy’s Smoked Meats in Saugatuck, and Matchbox Diner and Drinks in Grand Rapids. |
Spring 2021 (April – May)
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, for the time being, all cooking classes are demonstration‑style and are limited to 18 people only. Sit back and watch Sue Chef, and other local celebrity guest chefs, prepare and educate while you sip on a glass of perfectly paired wine, beer or cocktail. Come hungry, because there will be hearty samples of each dish! Leave with a full belly and a packet of recipes you can try at home.
Crafting a Cheese + Charcuterie Board
plus Pairing the Perfect Wine
with Sue Chef and Mindy Trafman
plus Catherine Halinski from Evergreen Creamery
plus Catherine Halinski from Evergreen Creamery
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DATE AND TIME
Tue, April 13, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$85*
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Join our in-house Sommelier and Director of Spirits, Chef Mindy Trafman, as she is joined by Catherine Halinski from Evergreen Creamery in Fennville, MI. First, Chef Mindy will teach you how to artfully arrange a charcuterie board with a variety of cured meat, plus cheese, fruit, nuts, and more. Next, Catherine will talk about the wonderful cheeses made at Evergreen Creamery and how they pair with charcuterie. Finally, Mindy will pair wines to go with the charcuterie boards and talk about how to create the perfect wine pairing. This class includes small bites and a lot of tastings!
Smoke on the Water
with Sue Chef and Eric Chaitin
from Baldy’s Smoked Meats
from Baldy’s Smoked Meats
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DATE AND TIME
Wed, April 14, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$85*
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Join Chef Eric Chaitin at Baldy’s Smoked Meats (349 Water St. in Saugatuck) on the water in downtown Saugatuck for an in depth discussion on brines, rubs, mops, and the technique of smoking meats to a tender, juicy perfection. Baldy’s is known for authentic, pit-style, smoked BBQ. Enjoy a sampling of their beef brisket, chicken, ribs, and sausage, along with some of their famous sides like cheesy potatoes and elote corn; plus a sampler flight of delicious, cold craft beers. You will also be given recipes and how-to instructions on creating your own smoked meats at home using a simple grill.
This unique class takes place at Baldy's Smoked Meats, located at 349 Water St. in Saugatuck, — not at Isabel's Market + Eatery.
Market Sampler
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DATE AND TIME
Wed, April 21, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$65*
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This is a unique opportunity to try many of the amazing products carried at Isabel’s Market + Eatery! Have you wandered our store and wondered what some of those interesting jars, meats, and packages are for, and what they taste like? Well now is your chance! Sue Chef will be sampling and sharing some simple recipes and pairings that will allow you to taste and learn. For example, what are Gocce Perles? How do you apply them? And what in the world do they taste like? How about our fresh yellowfin tuna, used in several applications, from tuna poké to simple sashimi with ginger ponzu sauce? Register for a 2-hour demonstration and sampling class (these will be small bites and samples) plus enjoy tastings from our vast inventory of wines.
Special pricing will be available for purchases of any products sampled that day.
Mothers Day Cocktails + Brunch
with Sue Chef and Kate Bolt from Living Lark
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DATE AND TIME
Tue, May 4, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$90*
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Here’s your chance to treat Mom to a fun night out, or simply get some great ideas for spoiling her on Mother’s Day! Kate Bolt, author of the Lark Cocktails & Lark Parties, will join Sue Chef as she prepares some easy and delicious brunch recipes that match perfectly with fresh spring cocktails. Expect delightful pairings of, asparagus quiche paired with a Lillet Rosé; crème brûlée french toast paired with an Earl Grey old fashioned; brown sugar bacon, rhubarb muffins & lavender Collins; and lobster-endive salad bites paired with champagne Perles & a tarragon French 75 cocktail.
Mexican Street Food
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DATE AND TIME
FIRST CLASS SOLD OUT Wed, May 5, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$65*
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DATE AND TIME
NEW, SECOND CLASS ADDED! Wed, April 28, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$65*
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Wed, April 28, 2021 is a new, second class at an earlier date of our originally scheduled, and fully booked Wed, May 5, 2021 class.
Have you ever wondered how food trucks and taquerías can create such delectable handheld bites? Join Sue Chef as she prepares authentic, Mexican street food. She’ll be preparing fish-mango tacos, churros, beef-stuffed empanadas, and elote, just to name a few. Also, learn how to make your own hot sauces, salsas, and pico de gallo. In addition, Sue Chef will demonstrate how they make fresh, hot tortillas that you can also make at home.
Spices, Rubs + Seasonings for Grilling from the Spice Merchant
with Sue Chef and Lisa Freemen from Saugatuck Spice & Tea Merchants
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DATE AND TIME
Tue, May 11, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$75*
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Spice up your life with spices, herbs, and blends. Lisa Freemen, owner of Saugatuck Spice & Tea Merchants, has a few tricks up her sleeve when it comes to getting the right balance when seasoning your foods. There is more than salt and pepper out there! Learn how to perfectly blend a variety of spices and herbs for summertime rubs and marinades. Enjoy samples of a variety of grilled food using Lisa’s specialty blends, then learn how to make your own!
Happy Hour & Enneagram Workshop
with Sue Chef and Kate Bolt from Living Lark
plus Coaches Joe Graham + Meredith TerHaar
plus Coaches Joe Graham + Meredith TerHaar
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DATE AND TIME
Thu, May 13, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$95*◊
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Have you ever wondered what your Enneagram type is? Or what's all this Enneagram fuss about anyway? This fun, interactive class will feature a workshop with Growing With The Enneagram coaches Joe Graham and Meredith TerHaar who will teach about the 9-type personality model and how understanding it leads to self awareness and personal empowerment — all while sipping handcrafted cocktails from Living Lark's Kate Bolt and delicious appetizer pairings from our own Sue Chef! Each playful cocktail is designed to embrace the spirit and energy of a particular Enneagram Type.
◊Ticket price includes The Essential Enneagram Book for each participant.
Wood-fired Oven
with Sue Chef and Elizabeth Estes
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DATE AND TIME
Wed, May 19, 2021 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT |
$75*
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Just when you thought you knew all of Elizabeth Estes talents, here comes another! She sings, plays multiple musical instruments, travels the world, runs several successful businesses (including Isabel’s Market + Eatery and Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar), is an experienced broadcaster, and podcast personality. Now, add wood fired oven pro to the list! Join us as Elizabeth demonstrates how to cook everything from pizza to fish in a Chicago Brick Oven wood-fired oven. You will be the lucky recipient of all her creations, and will enjoy healthy tastes of everything she cooks up, plus sample wines and beers perfectly paired to each dish.
Lake Michigan Fishing Adventure + Cooking Demo
with Sue Chef and and Captain Eric Schippa
from West Michigan Charter Fishing
from West Michigan Charter Fishing
Lake Michigan harbors some of the freshest, wild-caught fish such as salmon, rainbow trout and lake trout. First, join us at West Michigan Charter Fishing (641 Water Street, Slip #1, Saugatuck, MI) for an early-morning charter fishing expedition. Captain Eric Schippa will guide the group into catching enough fish for a lunchtime feast. Later come back to Isabel’s Market + Eatery (310 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, MI) to learn from seafood expert Sue Chef on how to filet, skin, and cook these delectable beauties! This class promises to be a half-day of fun and feasting, so come prepared. Sue Chef will send a list, ahead of time, of what to bring and appropriate attire. Class size is limited to 6 participants, so please sign up early!
This unique class takes place at two consecutive locations:
- Start out at West Michigan Charter Fishing (641 Water Street, Slip #1, Saugatuck, MI) at 6 am for an early-morning charter fishing expedition.
- After the fishing expedition, come back to Isabel’s Market + Eatery (310 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, MI) to learn from seafood expert Sue Chef on how to filet, skin, and cook these delectable beauties!
* exclusive of any platform fees and surcharges
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You may cancel your registration up to two weeks prior to class for a full refund. No refunds can be issued after the two-week window, however you may transfer your ticket to another party at any time prior to class. The Culinary School at Isabel's and Sue Chef may cancel class at any time, for reasons unknown (such as weather, illness, mechanical issues, etc.) You will be personally notified via text or email and a full refund will be issued or class will be rescheduled at an agreed upon date.
