ORIGIN: Over one hundred acres that surround the two towering silos had supported two families' dairy farms for nearly three centuries. In 1968 popular musician Skitch Henderson and his wife Ruth purchased the property as a personal retreat. The couple hosted musical performances, art exhibitions, and cooking demonstrations led by prominent chefs. In later years nonprofit and national historic landmark status was established for the property. ATMOSPHERE: Events take place in a repurposed post and beam barn. The beams are exposed, giving a rustic charm. EXPERIENCE: Alessandro Piovezahn, the current steward of the nonprofit property, is actively looking to revive the Silo's influential public events. I enjoyed an intimate concert that featured the work of a five-time Emmy-award winning composer Jeff Beal. A legendary Steinway piano brought his music to life. A reception in the barn preceded the concert, with food prepared by Chef Constantine (Dino) Kolitsas of New Milford's Greca Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar I also enjoyed an evening cooking class with Chef Carlos Perez of Litchfield's At the Corner restaurant. In the course of the three hour class we were guided on culinary techniques by Chef Carlos Perez and his former colleague Chef Billy Ross (now at New Milford's Greca). I greatly enjoyed learning how to make a thoughtful fall menu that includes popular dishes served At the Corner, and dining on the co-prepared dishes with fellow foodie community members. Given limited of 16 registrants, everyone was active. I already registered for another class with Chef Billy Ross. SELECTION: Classes representing a variety of cuisines and dish types are available, including gingerbread house-making, pasta, and risotto. TIPS: Check the farm's Facebook and Instagram accounts for event schedule. The class + dinner and cocktail was $125 per person. The Silo will host a winter farmers' market this year. read more

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I am guaranteed to never step foot in the silo or any other establishment owned by the people who run the cooking school and will tell my local New Milford friends to avoid their establishments like the plague. . I had signed up for a Saturday morning cooking class 7/3 as a gift to my wife, but had an emergency that prohibited us from attending class. My wife called the school that morning and was told it would be no problem as we could select another class over the summer. I took them at their word, but after leaving FOUR voicemail messages spanning three weeks, no one bothered to return my call. I stopped by the school and left a message with a gentleman teaching a cooking class to please return my calls, but again I was never called back. Having exhausted attempts to reach the school to schedule another class, I decided to contest the $300 charge with my credit card co for the class I could not attend. Here it is 9/29 and the proprietor has not yet reached out to me, but has decided to keep my money stating the terms and conditions. I find this business lacks ethics for a small town like New Milford. Buyers beware! Please note the 9/17 call/message was not returned. read more

The Silo - Cooking Schools Near Me - New Milford, Connecticut

I took my first cooking class here (thanks to an awesome neighbor who invited me) which was a smoking course. To say I was introduced to some of the most amazing flavors and tastes that I've ever been exposed to is an understatement. The instructor Alessandro was very accommodating and a pleasure to meet and speak with. The selection of different foods and meats prepared and taught about truly blew me away. As far as value, I don't think you can put a price tag on the experience. I will definitely be going back for more instruction and fellowship. read more

Stunning loacation! Wonderful kitchen space and impresive great hall. Historic, picturesque and just perfect!

The Silo at Hunt Hill Farm is enjoying a long-overdue rebirth and doing justice to its founders, Ruth and Skitch Henderson. Under the directorship of Alessandro Piovezahn since 2020, the grounds, buildings and facilities are, once again, providing a beautiful and creative resource for programs benefitting young people in the region as well as adults. Seeing beyond the former focus of music, agriculture and many areas of the arts, including culinary arts, Alessandro is tirelessly pursuing collaborations in performing arts and bridging technology and the arts wherever possible. Read more about that at The Silo Facebook page. I am the director and a co-founder of Robotics And Beyond, a small nonprofit educational organization based in New Milford. Our mission and passion is to create opportunities for young people to discover new fields and interests in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and Design. We help young people and adults, including individuals with special needs, to develop talents and pursue careers and education paths, and envision inspiring futures. Since Alessandro's invitation in 2021, we have designed and conducted five summer camps on The Silo property and in-tune with The Silo property, in topics of graphic design and animation, advanced robotics, and digital music composition. The history and legacy of the property provides an incredibly creative environment and we have been allowed every possible accommodation to bring the greatest quality possible to our programs. We are already looking ahead to continue past programs and bring new ideas and collaborations to the property. The Silo at Hunt Hill Farm is not only a local treasure, but one that will be growing in reputation and stature. Paul Chayka, Robotics And Beyond, New Milford CT read more