We had an excellent experience at Mirepoix. I've taken many cooking classes and this one stands out…read moreas the most advanced while being educational. The class not only taught you how to make the delicious food, it also went into content on the technique of cooking which I found to be interesting. My only knock was the fact that our food's timing was off so the pork was cold by the time we were able to sit down. This was partially due to class timing and partially due to the way that the class was set up in "teams." My team was very focused on how to do the recipe "by the book" (aka no variance from the demo) which took us longer to get through than that of the recipe cards that were handed out. It was still delicious and an actual recipe I'll recreate in my own kitchen - so 5 stars!

Mirepoix cooking school is associated and inside of Holiday Market. They have different themes (…read moreItalian, French, date night, pasta,Korean, wine pairing). Their well equipped classroom has ~8 stations so you are actually cooking classes frequently sell out and are under $100 on average. The classes are taught by professional chef. The format is you cook and eat with the rest of your table. They demonstrate the recipe in steps and then check-in with you as you cook

Think of a clean, sharp, space that is full of life. It is a laboratory of tastes, it brings the…read moreold with the new, and it bridges the expanses of what an immigrant brings to this very country: excitement, curiosity, and an originality that is bound to be copied. The dinner itself brings you on a real journey of flavors, and it is one that is never repeated twice. From the first light stop of a variation of bruschetta, that holds creamy textures and the real sweetness only homemade bread can bring, it glides you to a second course. Four to five bite-size appetizers are introduced to your palate in a manner that is akin to meeting new strangers. The variability of seafood, to the freshness of salads with seasonal combinations, to traditional tastes of Northern Italy, and the occasional heartiness of street food. We then move to our next stop, that of the one of the two main courses. Usually, as all stereotypes tend to say, a dish of pasta is served. However, there is a full range that is thoroughly explored. New landscapes of flavors are married, from saffron and blueberry to black garlic and cocoa, and many more. Yes, the traditional side is honored as well, from the chef's own region of Piedmont and its abundances in mountainous recipes and ingredients, alike the winter season that overtakes the North. To even a fully celebrated and homey wild boar ragù Bolognese, spaghetti alla Nerano, or to a pesto Genovese. It lingers on the buds, and it grows with a sense of warmth that provides a blossoming curiosity.

We celebrated a birthday here and had such a nice dinner and experience. The staff are all so…read morefriendly and helpful. The food was a mix of imaginative and classic. They even had a special mini strawberry cake they made fresh for the birthday. My only critique is that they have two dinner seatings with pretty clear times. When we arrived at our time (on the dot) they were still finishing up the seating before us and while we were sat immediately and asked for drinks we sat for a good 15-20 minutes before they were reset and seating the second service. I can't say enough about how great the staff was but we felt a little awkward and like we were in the wrong for showing up on time.

It sadness me to write this review. I really enjoy the atmosphere and camaraderie at trivia night…read moreat MBTB. But I am outraged by new ownership that apparently changed over on Monday. We went for trivia and expected it to be the same as always, unfortunately it was not. They erased our points we've earned for a free glass, these are no longer honored. The menu has significantly changed: flights are $2-$3 more, no longer include flight bites, an upcharge for premium pours (which is understandable), no longer has a $5 bottle credit, and each glass is now $3-$5 more per pour. Why did you have to make every last item on the menu more expensive? I understand that the economy and inflation contribute to these things, but to increase the price and get less on everything throughout the menu plus not honor points earned for a free glass is a slap in the face. I'm just crushed at the blatant disrespect for the regulars that come every week for trivia or other events, no warning. Our trivia night just got a whole lot more expensive and we will be looking at other locations with more reasonably priced beverages and snacks. I hope they still allow us to bring in our own food, they did this week but who knows if that will also change. The staff seemed stressed telling us the new rules as well.

This place is phenomenal. What a vibe! The staff is always…read morefriendly and the prices are unmatched! Talk about a bang for your buck! You can bring your own food, which i recommend. The food options are equal to speakeasy bar bites like pretzels, nuts, cheese and chocolate. We got the charcuterie board and it was okay. I'd like to see them upgrade this option maybe some fresh fruit or something. But I'll always say YES to this place :)

Holiday is my favorite market to get prepared meals. I recommend stopping by The Smokehouse and…read moretrying some of their delicious food. I've tried the salmon, burnt ends, southern white beans, smoked wings, and jalapeno cheddar grits. There is also a selection of healthy food that I also enjoy including salads, sandwiches, seafood, and breakfast food like frittata and deviled eggs. It is a bit pricey but the food tastes fresh and homemade. I come here exclusively to buy ready made meals. The price is worth it because everything bought here is eaten up and enjoyed by my household. It's still cheaper than dining out these days. Service is friendly as well.

This place is truly an experience. 50% local market and 50% bougie…read more They are doing it all here and it is sort of overwhelming (in a good way). Some shopping highlights include - large gluten free foods selection, wine and cheese shop, lots of MI local/small batch brands, fancy chocolates section, and all kinds of hot and prepared foods. Nothing high tech here. A human being will ring up your order and even exchange pleasantries with you.

A cheese shop that is not just a cheese shop. While the main focus of this shop is cheese, that is…read morenot all they do. I will circle back to the cheese. It's a gift shop also, selling all things delicious and snacky. They have everything you need to build an amazing charcuterie board, while selling you the board also. Lots of meat and jams that can be paired with the cheese they sell. They will help you pair everything together to create a great board. They have cheeses that you would not find elsewhere. Their selection is second to none in the area. Every step of the way the staff will make sure you get the right products. Don't forget to the wine shop in the back, they will get you the proper wine to go with all that amazing cheese.

December 31, 2023, Sunday ... New Year's Eve, For My Last…read moreReview Of The Year at 11:00 PM. :-) Review # 459 "The Big Blue House Known As The Cheese Lady In Rochester" has it All when shopping Year Round for My Charcuterie Board Parties! By the Way - The Cheese Lady has several locations to visit in Michigan: Rochester, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Traverse City, Fenton and St. Joe. Step in one of these shops, Smile and say Yes "Cheese Please!" My Experience here = 5 Stars with Atmosphere, Setting, Food, Ambience, & Taste when in need to buy many different flavors of cheese and textures. I love the way this location offers Free tastes first when pairing up cheese flavors with wines to create a delectable Board! It was great to meet Kimberly one of the owners when I stopped in Friday late in the day to make my cheese purchases. Then I waited briefly in line to start my tasting and shopping with cheese employee Delaney. She certainly knows her job and assisted Me with my party planning. I left her a nice tip in the jar at the register when paying too. So see her when you are shopping for tasty and creamy cheese flavors for your next wine party or celebration. Her expertise and personality is a Plus! Please Enjoy My many photos attached throughout this well-known and popular store in Rochester that sells European & Artisan Cheese, In-House Jams, Spreads and Local Products. Check out their website: rochester.thecheeselady.net and Shop By Category With Cheese Baskets, Cheese of The Month, Teas, Coffees, Jams, Jellies, Crackers, Cookies, Candies, Sweet Chocolates, Breads, Pickles, Honey, Olives, Dried Fruits, Nuts, Hummus, Chips, and Marinades to name the items I saw inside on my shopping visit. Call ahead or order online and pick up at Curbside when in a hurry. Phone: 248-413-5758 Email: rochester@thecheeselady.net Humor: There's twelve months in a year YES ! In every month there is a Holiday or Special Occasion YES! Plus in the Summer & Fall months is the best time to relax, snack and sip with friends and family YES... So I Thank You The Cheese Lady! So YES ...Stop in at THE CHEESE Lady Smile, Say Cheese Please as You can taste along the way with shopping As I Tastefully DID ! :-) Enjoy My photos and Thanks Again Delaney! All the cheese blocks I bought were a hit and tasted fantastic for My New Year's Eve Charcuterie Board Party! Cheers & Cheese To 2024 ! That's A Wrap and Happy New Year ! SpecialK Smiles! :-) Karen N.

Went for a book club meeting and had the best time! Great decor, great snacks but the wine is…read moreFANTASTIC! We did the sampling and Dave was an excellent host. I went in knowing nothing about wine but left with a lot of knowledge, a bottle of wine and made a new friend! Such a fun outing. I live in Mount Clemens and so glad we walked there. Definately recommend. Thanks Dave.

Total unexpected find in Mt Clemens and I believe a great place. Warm and inviting thanks to a…read morefabulous staff and owner, Dave with great conversation and of course wine. Easy to find in the location of the old downtown Luigi's, next to Orleans Pool Hall. Highly recommend this place to unwind, meet up with old friends and make new ones too. Thanks to Dave and staff for a wonderful evening.

the cooking classes here were amazing! extremely disappointed that this location is closing, as it…read morewas very close and convenient. Will definitely come back if they open another location! staff at the class were very friendly and I definitely learned a lot.

The class felt a bit overly rule-bound compared to other companies cooking classes I've taken,…read morewhich took away from some of the fun. Lots of reminders about hand-washing, keeping stations clean, and clearing plates at the end -- understandable, but a little much. The group was also large (around 20), so we had to take turns stirring / chopping. With a group this size, a mic for the instructor would help.

Food & Wine: I really want to love St. Julian Winery - Troy,…read moreand there are good things here. The wine itself is... fine. I'm more of a dry-wine person, and honestly I probably only enjoy about 5% of the menu, but I will say the prices are great and the menu is huge. There's truly something for everyone, just maybe not for the dry crowd. I do appreciate that they offer snacks for purchase and the wine club is actually a great deal. Service: This is where it slipped for me. I've been to other St. Julian locations and had genuinely great experiences, so I know the bar is higher. Here, the service was just ok. The staff didn't seem very engaged and gave off more "going through the motions" than "happy to have you here." It felt like regulars got the warm treatment, while everyone else was kind of an afterthought, which was a bummer. Ambiance: It's always packed, which says something, but the space itself feels cold and a little warehouse-y. I really wish this location had that cozy, homey winery vibe the others do. The energy is busy but not welcoming, and the location doesn't help much either. If I could give one suggestion to the team, it'd be to soften the space and the experience a bit, warmer lighting, more interaction, something that makes people want to linger instead of just drink and leave. I know this place can be great, it just doesn't quite get there yet.

I was invited to this winery by a friend who has a membership. Within the membership there is a…read morefree tasting for the member and 1 guest. The tasting includes five small serving size portions of five different wines of your choice that you want to taste. Sitting at the bar is a good option if you going solo. Weekends are pretty busy but the servers are very friendly and attentive. The vibes are top tier and the other guest were fun to be around. I really enjoyed this winery and it's now my favorite place to go for a quick night out.