People there were friendly and helpful and supportive. PUC has been historically clear, supportive…read moreand competent. My daughters have been very happy attending this college; one is graduated and attended graduate school and is working now. I am happy for PUC and my daughters,

I live close by this beautiful college, great staff, I'm grateful and looking forward to send my…read moreSon as soon as he graduates.

What a wonderful little find! I always drove past this place wondering what it was and to my…read moredelightful surprise, found out I could take pottery classes there! It's open studio style but they have mentors there who guide you on how to start from scratch. What a therapeutic way to pass 3 hours for only $45. You must check this place out!

This is an absolutely great place. They do an amazing job with kids, their summer camp is a…read moredefinite must for your kids. Staff has great attitude, place provides a lot of choices, from clay, to iron forging, to paint classes, to everpopular sip-n-paint. If you are visiting St. Helena, this can be a nice evening away from wineries and dinners. Take a call or do sip and paint - 2-3 hours of fun.

I was so nervous for my little girl to start school for the very first time at three years old. I…read morecould not be more grateful that we ended up at Mila's. I am constantly bragging to everyone about how much we love her school and how much her teachers love her. (I am learning that this isn't everyone's experience and realizing just how lucky we are.) My daughter, at 3 years old, was able to write the entire alphabet, sound it out, and write all of her numbers within three months of going to Mila's - something we hadn't reviewed at home! Their curriculum is fantastic, and their approach to managing the kids is kind and respectful, while also being structured. She has never been able to nap without snuggling me, nursing, or in the car: she naps every day at school and now knows how to put herself down for a nap. They are really helpful with accidents and potty training so don't be afraid! They play in this really cool play structure in the back, they have fun field trips to the PD and FD. They do performances! We were invited to a Christmas celebration potluck where the kids performed English and Spanish songs and it was so sweet! They make some really cute art every day. They celebrate each other's birthdays. It is truly the sweetest little school. I've NEVER had a problem with my little girl not wanting to go to school because she has so much fun every day. The communication is incredible. They have a really great app where you can message the teachers throughout the day, they share photos, and check the kids in and out. They have a good system and are really organized. They speak Spanish to the kids, which is great. (I wish they only spoke in Spanish to help the kids become bilingual!) The teacher Liliana is incredible and my daughter LOVES her. We all do. Mila is also SO kind! We love all of the helpers as well! If you're looking around and not sure where to go- rest assured that your little one will have a great experience here. I want to skip TK this year so that she can continue to go to Mila's - that's how good it is!

I sent my daughter to Milas from age 5 months to 18 months while I was working in St Helena. There…read moreis no place with better staff up there who care and are devoted to your children than milas staff.

The reviews here may seem a little different, as some reviewers are former students rating their…read moreexperiences at Napa Valley Cooking School and some happen to be diners at the school's seasonal restaurant. I happen to be in the latter group, and I have to say that I am impressed by the students on campus, the education they're receiving, and the quality of food they're putting out! I came in today for a lunch, expecting a fancy, multiple course meal; which is precisely what I got! What made the experience more rewarding was getting to learn a bit about the cooking school's seasonal restaurant. The recipes are created by the students, or at least partially so, and the servers working within the school's restaurant are also students as well. As a former college student that worked in food service during my undergrad years, it was great to see the level of professionalism and dedication the students brought to the table (literally!), and I was impressed by the seamless ability of the students to work both in front and in the back of the house. Usually within the industry, it's one of the other. To have a student chef who happened to develop your recipes also serve you is a treat in itself. The food, of course, was the other treat. I could go on about the meal's decadence: the juxtaposition of the light, flaky crust and the thick, hearty mushroom gravy in the mini pot pie appetizer, or the tenderness of the pork belly that literally melted in my mouth. Words wouldn't do the meal justice. But I will leave a few short words for the dessert: the single best carrot dish I've ever had. And this is coming from someone who will 95% of the time choose savory over sweet. (I'm saying 95% because I would have been content with four courses of the carrot ginger pana cotta today and I'm not ashamed to admit it). To the students and instructors of the cooking school: well done! I look forward to visiting your spring menu when the time comes.

We are eagerly anticipating our NVCS lunch. We have been coming for several years now and have…read moreenjoyed every meal we have had. Delicious lemon grass coconut soups, bread rolls, halibut, smoked chicken, cream pies.... Is your stomach growling yet? Reservations go fast so you have to be on it to get a seat at the table.

What a fabulous experience. I would definitely recommend making a reservation here for a special…read moreoccasion. The price is so fair and the students were so professional and friendly. Their courses were booming with flavor and so balanced too. Their was clear intention with their combination of flavors. I hope to be back here soon!

The Culinary Institute is awesome. The main building where the classes take place is beautiful,…read moreinside and out. There is an adjacent, smaller building where you can go for dinner. The ambiance is fairly nice. The current culinary students are both the chefs and the servers. The food is very good, with recipes that change from time to time. It's a choice of a three-course or a four-course meal, with an optional wine pairing. You will have multiple choices for each course. Everyone in our party said that their food was very good. If you do want to have dinner at the CIA, be sure to make your reservations asap. They are usually booked up solid, pretty far in advance.

Amazing instructor!! Peter taught all three of my boys and was fabulous with each one. He tailored…read morehis teaching to each of their needs. The best out there! If you want a patient, fun and experienced teacher--Peter is the one!

My son was so excited for his lesson today. When he returned home he was all smiles. He learned…read moreso much. Highly recommend