News from Edge of Seattle Cooking

February 2008

An Evening of Excellence

Issue: #101

Bonjour! Join us for dinner

A seat has been reserved on your behalf to attend an evening of cooking and dining at The Edge of Seattle Inn. We are located east of Seattle on five wooded acres in Woodinville, Washington. The evening includes hands-on food preparation cooking techniques, presentation, and formal dining along with other friends of gastronomic excellence. The setting is reminiscent of the French Loire countryside (check out our culinary tour to France) in a contemporary estate residence. Please call to confirm your attendance and get driving directions to The Edge of Seattle Inn. (425) 844-4102.

In This Issue

Seattle Weekly

Valentine Special

Featured Chef Tom Black

Upcoming Tea Parties

Featured Chef Eddy Rico

Reprinted Seattle Weekly article of Jan. 23-29, 2008

CLASS

OOH LA LA!

French cooking as couples therapy

Last year, my boyfriend bought me a six-hour cooking class at L'Auberge Edge of Seattle B&B in Woodinville, partly as a Christmas gift, partly as an apology for past indiscretions. Let's just say he was forgiven. This truly lovely class, put together by the inn's proprietress, Nancy Douglas, started us off with a packet of cooking information and a glass of wine as we walked in the door. Next, we introduced ourselves to the other couples (ranging from siblings to friends to some married 25 years) before embarking on putting together a surprisingly gourmet French meal. I didn't think we, an amateur group, had it in us, but under the tutelage of the chef (this year, it's Tom Black), our class pulled off an amazing dinner, which we then sat down to enjoy (with wine, naturally) at the end of the evening. (Douglas also offers a great package in which you can stay the night at the B&B after the dinner.) This class taught me that cooking is an amazing couples activity, and that I actually have the potential to make haricots verts, potatoes Lyonnaise, and chocolate mousse! All I need is six hours and an overly obliging boyfriend. L'Auberge Edge of Seattle, 16400 216th. Ave. N.E., Woodinville, 425-844-4102, www.edgeof-seattle-cooking.com $198 a couple. 3-9 p.m. ALLISON HORD

Valentine Special
Give a gift that lasts all
year long!

We would like to delight all your senses. With this in mind we have created this Valentine Special to help you regain your inner harmony by tending not only to your body but also to your mind and spirit. Find out more on our website... Packages

Buy our Spa Amenities Package during the month of February...and have the option to use it anytime during 2008.

Your Gift will included:

1. hour massage therapy

1. spa amenities gift

1. night stay in Honeymoon Ste.

1. two course gourmet breakfast

for two with Vin Mousseaux

All for the price of $370.00

Proprietress, Nancy Douglas
Proprietress Nancy Douglas says "our classes are special events that typify ambiance and charm of our retreat as well as displays the best of French cuisine in the Northwest. Allow me to take you away from the stress of everyday life, where I will create a relaxing and fun adventure in the kitchen that will demonstrate traditional French cooking, basics techniques and style at it's best!"

Bon Appetit,