Chef Michael Staver is an award-winning barbeque chef; he is currently a chef/instructor at Kendall Culinary College and the University of Illinois at Chicago teaching The Art of Barbeque, Food Science, Cheese Making, Vegetarian Cooking, among others. He’s appeared in the Chicago Tribune and the Journal Standard for his culinary skills and locally works with Learn Great Foods in Mt. Carroll.

• Fish and Seafood
• Italian Cooking
• Using Fresh Herbs
• Outdoor Grill
• Pizza on the Grill
• Simple French
• Cooking for the Holidays

Cost: $30.00 per person. We will need a minimum of five cooks to offer each class. With a group of six or more you may schedule your own Saturday morning cooking the cuisine of your choice, or check our schedule of upcoming events.

All classes begin at 9:30 a.m. and end around noon. Dates are subject to change due to the Chef’s teaching schedule. We will make every attempt to reschedule the class to include all participants.

Call us today at (815) 947- 2647 for more information or to schedule your class. or email chefstaver@gmail.com.

Chef Michael will be offering: The Art of Barbecue and The Art of Smoked Meats on weekends during the summer and fall. Both classes include snacks and food enough to take home a meal for two. You will prepare the meats, all side dishes, and will take away lots of tips enhance your kitchen skills.

Cost per person: $70.00
Cost per couple: $175.00
Classes require a four-person minimum. Menus can be customized; any additional items requested may increase the per person price