Join me LIVE at HER Kitchen on Hertel Avenue in Buffalo for an evening of flavor exploration!

Discover how simple ingredients can unlock a world of flavor. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll start with mustard—one of the easiest, most flexible condiments to make at home—and explore how this humble seed becomes a canvas for global flavor.

I’ll share about Crown Hill Farm, how I came to grow mustard seeds in WNY, and how a few spices or herbs can transport a jar from classic Dijon vibes to bold flavors inspired by Japan, the Middle East, or France. You’ll create your own custom jar to take home and build your confidence to experiment in your own kitchen.

From there, we’ll expand into salad dressings and marinades—another simple, powerful way to play with flavor at home. Once you understand the basic structure (fat + acid + seasoning), you can shift your meal into any global cuisine you love using ingredients you probably already have.

Along the way, ask questions and we’ll talk about food, farming, and flavor—from my life at Crown Hill Farm to the joy of cooking from scratch.

During this class, you will:

• Make your own mustard from scratch (it’s easier than you think) to take home with you

• Explore flavor pairings to evoke different world cuisines for your next cooking adventure

• Discover the core formula for salad dressings + marinades so you can easily make them fresh at home

• Play with simple ways to experiment with your own ingredients so you can always make a meal with what’s on hand

• Courageously build confidence in your creative cooking

$50 / person includes:

In-person class, your own small jar of mustard, snacks & take-home recipe handouts