Nicole led a virtual Chevre-making class for my colleagues and I and it was a blast! Pretty awesome to be able to enjoy such a fun, informative and highly rewarding (we did get fresh cheese out of it after all) experience via Zoom. We were provided with our very own cheese-making kit ahead of the class (with immersion thermometer, cheesecloth and straining basket included) and super detailed instructions to replicate the recipe at home in just 10 minutes. Worth to note that the cheese culture packet that came with our kit was enough to culture an additional 3 quarts of milk beyond the one we prepped, too. Nicole was lovely - she answered all our questions, and gave us pro cheese seasoning/paring and gifting tips. Would highly recommend, especially for large-group/team bonding events. Looks like everyone will be getting fresh cheese this Christmas :-) read more

I cannot praise Nicole more for her amazing cheese making classes! Our company did an outing here to make Burrata, Mozzarella, and Goat Cheese and had a blast. Nicole makes sure to explain everything thoroughly, including the history of each cheese. Makes everything super interesting. We also included a grazing board and they were all so delicious. We were eating, making cheese, and having fun the entire time. Parking is a bit difficult so we just did ride share there. The place is a bit hard to find but it's a office room inside a parking gate. I am definitely go back with friends and family the next chance i get. I hope this place doesn't get too famous so Nicole still has time left for us! haha Thank you for everything Nicole!! read more

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Had the best time making chèvre, mozzarella & burrata! The class was a mother's day present from my sister and I to our mom, so us 3 girls went to make cheese together. Nicole was super fun and funny, and I really enjoyed her casual yet informative teaching style. It was great to be able to try the chèvre as we arrived before we watched how to make it (sooo good), & I liked how Nicole encouraged us to make friends and connect with others in the class. It made a difference to hear why others were attending the class. The mozzarella & burrata hands on process was fun and everyone in our group got to try different parts of the cheese making. I'm not the biggest cheese person but really enjoyed this class and would definitely recommend it! read more

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Our company recently had FARMcurious take us through a Burrata and Mozzarella making workshop for 13 people. Nicole was absolutely amazing as she led this hands-on, informative workshop. She was charming, patient, and couldn't have owned the group of adult students any better. The workshop was fun, education and Nicole took care of everything from set-up to clean-up. If you are looking for a cheese-making workshop FARMcurious should be your number 1 choice. Tons of laughs, learning, and love of cheese! read more

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Cheese,Cheese,and Cheese...smiling from ear to ear! Nicole is a wonderful instructor and hostess.Her class is organized and fills you with much knowledge,most of all the excitement of tasting cheese! Nicole's enthusiasm is contagious,her Fresh Chèvre cheese is delicious all I can say is sign up and it will be an experience you'll never forget!! Thank you Nicole.:) Love, Chef Jill's Group read more

FARMcurious - Love the Cheese - Do-It-Yourself Food Near Me - Berkeley, California

Chevre, mozzarella and burrata (cross between a ricotta and mozarella)...OH MY! Just finished up a 3 hours 11 - 2pm class with Nicole for the cheesemaking class at the Impact Hub in Uptown....class can be little intimidating, but Nicole makes it fun as she does a demo, then you break off into smaller groups and she's there to help you along the "whey" (pun intended!). I feel more confident making this at home to get the "oooohs and ahhs" from friends for my next get together. Sampling throughtout the class along with wine thats provided....cool spot, meet new people, and leave with instructions/recipes/helpful hints, cheese kits to buy and leftover whey that has many uses other than to pour it down the sink which is not good for the waterways. Who knew?! I'll probably use it to water my plants (high in nitrogen) or make a soup stock.... Anyways, sign up and have fun. Parking can be a little challenging...even on a Sunday around 10:30am but since i like to think i have good parking karma i always manage to find a spot within a block....and i did! YAY! read more

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Really cool experience! Came here for an anniversary celebration. We bought the tickets from Airbnb experiences. The class was really full, all the chairs were taken. Making the cheese was a really fun process and the cheese and wine tasting was cool too! You make the cheese in groups with one big pot. We had 5 people in our group, so we took turns doing all of the steps for the cheese. Each person in the group gets to take home their own cheese and there is a control cheese that you have to leave with the instructor. After you start cooking the cheese, you have to let it cook for about an hour. This is when the cheese and wine tasting happens. It was very nice! After the cheese is done, you take it home to age more in the fridge, they also give you a cheese paper to wrap it in after the initial days of aging. We were in the Camembert class. Our cheese didn't taste particularly good after aging. It was kinda hard, not very flavorful. BUT the class was really fun. I do recommend. read more

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My niece had a bridal shower for her twin sister here last weekend. Wasn't at all sure what to expect -- never had attempted to make cheese before. It was such an enjoyable time and amazing experience!! We made 3 cheeses in 3 hours - ricotta, mozzarella and burrata!! It was so awesome and the cheese was all so yummy, as well as the beautiful charcuterie boards and lovely wine that was poured! Our hosts and owner, Nicole, was so awesome. She was so fun and I learned so much from her. Inspired enough to try to make some ricotta this weekend for the first time, and then will give the mozzarella a try as well! Thank you Nicole and FarmCurious for an amazing time and experience!! read more

Yet as I write, my fresh brie cheese that I made all by myself (actually with a group) is sitting waiting for me to salt the other side and age it in my refrigerator. In a few weeks this fresh brie which we made in a Farmcurious class with the energetic and brilliant cheese master Nicole will have a bloomy rind and be ready to eat along with wine that we learned about pairing in our class. We used fresh organic Strauss milk and goat milk which and were able to eat our freshly made mozzarella and burrata - which we made from scratch - while it was still warm. What more could a cheese lover want? I took an all day cheese making bootcamp and can't recommend Farmcurious enough whether for your own diy food education or as a corporate team building experience. read more

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Yes you can learn al of this at home but if you want to get your cheese fix I promise you will learn much more even if you've made cheese before. Nicole is great! read more

I have been to a few cheese classes at Farmcurious and they have been fun and educational. Nicole is so passionate and knows so much about cheesemaking, cheese and even all the science behind it. Class is hands on and fun! It is very thought out and covers everything you need to know. I got a fresh chevre kit and made some at home after learning how to in the class. It's a fun experience whether you come by yourself (I did my first time) or if you go as a date or even group. I highly recommend FarmCurious and cant wait to attend more classes with Nicole. read more

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I took the three cheeses in three hours class with a group of friends. We loved it. Nicole has a way of balancing her expertise with a welcoming and "anyone can do this" kind of vibe that made the whole experience delightful. The three hours flew and we learned a ton while also laughing, eating, and coming away with the tools and confidence to do it at home. I'd recommend this to anyone wanting to learn to make cheese or just wanting a fun experience with friends. It was both. And it was also delicious. read more

This company offers great, fun, and info filled classes. The owner/instructor is very knowledgeable and creates a fun and information filled class. My daughter and I took the Cheesemaking 101 class where we made Chevre, Mozzarella and Burrata. (and as a bonus, each cheese is paired with a local wine.) It is a three hour class, complete with all the materials, and at the end you have made and tasted your and others three cheeses. It is a delightful and informative class. read more

Nicole led a team-building cheese-making class at my company and did an amazing job! She led the class seamlessly and was extremely energetic, sweet, and informative. Nicole was happy to answer any questions, and was super accommodating and kind when some of us accidentally bought the wrong type of milk (despite Nicole's very clear guidelines!) I would highly recommend taking a class with Nicole if you have any interest at all! It would be especially great for virtual company team-building, family get-togethers, or even a friend's birthday. read more

My office recently took a field trip to FARMcurious to honor my co-worker's work anniversary. We were greeted with delicious cheese platters and bevvies to nibble/sip on as we learned about FARMcurious and got the lowdown on what we'd be doing. We worked together in small groups making mozzarella and burrata. The space is great and the cheese turned out delicious - Nicole makes it very accessible and provides tips on how to take what we learned home with us to our own kitchens. I'd recommend this as a great team-building excursion as well as for groups of friends & cookbook clubs! read more

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Booked a virtual charcuterie class with Nicole, as a team building for a small virtual team of 9 - we loved it! Fun, easy to participate in and of course, enjoyable to eat. Nicole is very knowledgable on products, materials, pairings, and is an expert on cheese...brands, styles, how to cut them, how to display them. Highly recommend taking a class with Nicole! read more

I've taken two virtual classes with Nicole and both were fun and informative! If you are interested in a single session that results in cheese you can enjoy soon after, the chevre/fromage blanc class is for you. I've also taken the three session brie/camembert boot camp during which you go deeper into the science and art of cheesemaking. And the cheese made during that class ages for several weeks in your fridge. Both courses were very engaging and completely adaptable to Zoom-based learning . Nicole clearly loves what she does and is a great teacher, stopping frequently to check for questions or troubleshoot so no one falls behind. She also will share with you the stories and history of the cheese you are making. With the equipment I now have (you can buy additional supplies via the online shop), I've made fromage blanc several times on my own and plan to keep going with more cheesemaking in the future. Thank you! read more

in todays world, a zoom class is the best way to meet with a group and learn new ideas and treats. Nicole does an outstanding job presenting the program and teaching how to make delightful cheeses and drinks. I didnt know ricotta cheese tasted so wonderful until I made some with Nicole and others using the zoom format. It was almost like being together, maybe better, since I was in my own kitchen using my own pots and pans. I now know how to make yogurt and labneh, too. thanks for wonderful, fun classes. read more

Seriously. From the first step you take into this little building, you already feel the warmth and kindness. Nicole is a sweet and gentle person. I wish her all the best with her business. 3 Cheese in 3 Hours: Cheesemaking course! 7-10PM Received handouts showing recipes/instructions. Tried Nicole's own made cheeses with crackers and lots of wine (yay!). Separated into 4 tables/groups to cook the cheese with easy to follow instructions. So much fun! GREAT date night activity!! read more

I did a virtual multi-day brie class with Nicole. She is a very knowledgable instructor, who clearly loves what she does, and also allows for individual creativity. She will tell you where you should follow the rules for maximum results and where you can play around with different variations so you get slightly different flavors, textures. The class is well paced, with enough time to troubleshoot cheese challenges along the way but not so slow that you feel like you're not learning anything new. She gives you enough information that inspires you to make more cheese in the future. I also did a virtual chevre/fromage blanc class with my coworkers with Nicole. She sent the kits to each participant and made this easier for me as an organizer (I didn't need to distribute separately). The class was informative, fun and rewarding when you had cheese to eat that you made yourself the next day! This class was very well received by our group. Thank you again for teaching us a new skill! read more

We had a cheese making class with Nicole through my employer and I loved it. The goat cheese I made is amazing! Mansooreh read more

I took the 3 cheeses course, and it was a blast. Nicole is a great teacher. She understands all those niggly little details that make all the difference. read more

Had a wonderful day at Farm Curious learning to make Mozzarella, Burrrata and Fresh Chevre. I will admit I was a bit intimidated going into the class, but Nicole put the entire class at ease and we had a great time learning to make yummy cheeses. The class was 100% hands on, everyone had a turn at preparing the cheeses and enjoying really nice champagne, coffee, orange juice and wine. We learned how to make the cheese, how to store it and how to present it beautifully to your guests. Thank you Nicole for a wonderful experience. P.S. As soon as I came home, I started the process for Chevre and it turned out wonderful! read more

My girlfriends and I took the 3 Cheeses in 3 Hours class and it was AMAZING!!! Nicole is an extremely knowledgeable, fun, energetic and dynamic instructor (even if her jokes are a little . . . . well, "cheesy!") I'm already making my chevre for my Thanksgiving guests. I HIGHLY recommend FARMcurious. BOOK A CLASS NOW!!! read more

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Great day with wonderful instructor. If you love cheese...this is your tribe! I've only taken two classes but they were great. They really take care of you and a wealth of information. read more

FARMcurious - Amazing day learning such "cheesy " things! Nicole, the instructor, was amazing and her support team was flawless. Well worth your time! - Do-It-Yourself Food Near Me - Berkeley, California

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As a gift to our family, we booked a private class with FARMCurious for the Three Cheese Workshop. From the young kids, to the parents, and the grandparents - all were raving about how much they loved it! We learned about the history of cheese-making, gained new hands-on kitchen skills, snacked on the most amazing chèvre ever, discovered new and amazing ways to pair cheese, and spent several hours making lasting memories with the whole family. Nicole was super friendly, incredibly knowledgable, well prepared, and a pleasure to work with. read more

I took a brie making class here this past Sunday and it was extremely informative and a lot of fun! There were about 20 of us and we split up into groups to work on making the cheese which means each of us got some hands-on time. Nicole was an excellent teacher, guiding us every step of the way. In our "downtime" we got to taste 8 cheeses with wine pairings. A sommelier was present who gave us a thorough background on each of the wines. It was very interesting and I learned a lot! Each of us went home with a little brie baby and all of the knowledge necessary to nurse it to full maturity. Nicole was also selling kits which contained all the cultures, rennet and equipment necessary to make 10 more brie babies from scratch. I bought one and can't wait to do it myself! I definitely left the class feeling confident that I can make brie by myself at home. There's a ton more to learn, but this is a wonderful start. Yay FARMCurious! read more

Nicole's classes are so much fun! She is great at walking you through the steps of making creme fraiche, explaining exactly what it is, and how not to mess it up. She is meticulous about sterility and the finished product turned out just like she said it would. The thing about having her there on screen to walk us through each step is that when mistakes were made, she was there in real time to correct us. Previously took the 3 Cheeses class in person and it was awesome. Zooming with Nicole during quarantine is a great way to learn how to make delicious food. read more

I engaged FARMcurious to organize a private cheese making workshop for my son's 11th birthday. Nicole was the epitome of professionalism from the moment we connected till after the service. She went above and beyond from trying to ensure she understands the kids' preferences, set up every tiny detail just the way they would like it and concluded the event with raging reviews. Hosting a group of 11-year old's is never an easy task, but Nicole was charming, flexible and knew how to handle the kids. She was warm and captivated them from the beginning. They were glued to every single detail that Nicole shared with them and had a blast. I would highly recommend FARMcurious to anyone who is looking for an educational, fun, meaningful and entertaining event. Nicole is truly the best!! read more

I just finished the last of three brie sessions, and I wanted to say how much I loved Nicole's class! I received the virtual cheese making class as a Christmas gift and my husband and I had a great time making the cheese with Nicole's expert guidance. It was nice to be able to take this class virtually and work at my own stove while at the same time watching Nicole and others make the same product. Nicole was great at explaining techniques and tips for making the cheese. She loves cheese and that comes through! We had a follow up class a few weeks after the main class and we showed Nicole our cheeses through the Zoom camera. It was fun to see the progress of everyone's cheese and the variations of each. Best part is we got to sample one of our cheeses today and it was creamy deliciousness! Highly recommend this class!! read more

My husband and I had a really great experience this weekend making three different kinds of cheese and drinking wine. We met lots of fun people, and had a generally delicious time. The class was very well organized and everything was set up beautifully for us. Nicole has obviously put a lot of thought and time into making these classes run smoothly, and ours absolutely dId. There was enough time to do everything that had been planned, and everyone had plenty of hands on experience. If it says anything about the time that we had, we have already signed up for another class through FARMCurious. read more

Easy, engaging and you get to take yummy food home! Not pretentious, enjoyed the crew! read more

FARMcurious - Do-It-Yourself Food Near Me - Berkeley, California

The cheese making class is SO much fun. We learned a lot in a relatively short time. Nicole is a bundle of energy - smart and funny on top of being professional. The class is super FUN, not stuffy or difficult. I would recommend this for anyone looking to try something different. Makes a wonderful surprise birthday present for any foodie. read more

Just hosted an online event featuring Nicole and FARMcurious to make Chevre and Fromage Blanc and it was awesome! It was great to learn a bit how to make cheese while sipping wine! Nicole was entertaining and gave great instructions and background on the process. Cannot wait to try one of her in person classes. Would highly recommend for a team building event or with a group of friends. This was my first time making cheese and I would love to do it again with FARMcurious! read more

Nicole (and Nicole) were terrific in managing a somewhat rowdy bunch. Nicole is clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about cheese, both of which I can appreciate, and was both educational and funny. The cheese was delicious and I am glad now to know how to do it myself. It helps me appreciate what goes behind making delicious cheese, similar to what goes behind making delicious wine. We came to celebrate a milestone birthday for me and it was a fantastic way to do it. Looking forward to doing it again! read more

I went to an all day cheese making class here yesterday. It was phenomenal! Nicole, the owner/instructor was a wonderful teacher who explained everything carefully, and then let us get to it. We all had hands on making the cheeses, but Nicole was there to answer questions and help us. When we cut our cheese wrong she explained why it was wrong and how to fix it. She informed us about the science behind what we did which enabled us to better understand why we needed to do things a certain way. Best of all we got to taste, and then she had everything available for those who wanted to continue with making cheese at home! I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys cheese, and would like to make their own at home! read more

Took the burrata mozzarella and chèvre class and was really very fun. The fresh cheese taste so much better. I think I will never buy any of those cheeses again! read more

I have scheduled several team building events with Nicole and the feedback has always been fabulous! It's a great way to bring people together. Nicole is so knowledgeable about not only cheese, but pairing with wine as well. Making chevre is so easy and my homemade cheese is always a hit with friends. read more

So fun! My wife and I took the three cheeses in three hours class. Nicole was educational and full of energy! I look forward to making chèvre very soon, the process very straightforward thanks to my teacher! My wife and I make homemade pizza! The fresh mozzarella will be a treat for that! Finally, the burrata was creamy deliciousness! Lots of couples and mother/daughters in the class, go have some fun and learn how to make cheese! read more

Took Nicole's fermenting class online via ZOOM. It was absolutely fabulous! She offered so much information. I am new to fermentation and learned so much. I highly recommend any classes that FARMcurious offers. Monica read more