Holderness, NH; October 2008 – Cooking and food enthusiasts will not want to miss the Manor On Golden Pond’s, New Hampshire’s only Small Luxury Hotel of the World, new offering of culinary classes – Fork In The Road – led by Executive Chef Luis Marin.

Participants can enhance culinary skills and learn to cook with the Manor’s professional team of chefs in a professional kitchen atmosphere. Each of the three programs include: a two-day workshop (three-hours each day) with demonstrations and hands-on cooking for all participants. A selection of wine will be served with each dish prepared.

The weekend cooking class schedule is as follows:

November 14-16, 2008 "The Big Easy"  New Orleans Theme:

December 12-14, 2008 "Hunter's Delight" Venison Theme:

January 16-18, 2009 "Kentucky's Finest"  Bourbon Theme: 

Enrollment is limited to six participants to ensure individual attention. Optional afternoon culinary-related activities may be offered in conjunction with some of the cooking classes. “Guest chefs” receive a recipe book and complimentary culinary gift courtesy of the Manor On Golden Pond.

Rates for the classes start at $625 for a Classic Room ($750 Fireplace; $850 Jacuzzi; and $1050 for a Suite). Price per couple includes: two nights’ accommodations, cooking class for one participant, full gourmet breakfast each morning, afternoon tea, and dinner each evening. An additional fee of $75 will be added if both traveling companions are participating in the Fork In The Road cooking program.

“By focusing on understanding the techniques and ingredients in recipes, we provide the home culinary enthusiast the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of a hobby they already enjoy. We help them develop their own personalized way of cooking and entertaining,” explained Chef Marin

Whether you’re a wizard in the kitchen or a gourmet wanna-be, the Manor On Golden Pond’s Fork In The Road Cooking Program is the ideal way to enjoy a culinary vacation with some rest and relaxation and is always in good taste.

For additional information and to make reservations for the Fork In The Road program, contact The Manor On Golden Pond at 800-545-2141.

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About The Manor On Golden Pond

Located in central New Hampshire, The Manor On Golden Pond has a spectacular location in terms of natural beauty, overlooking pristine Squam Lake and with the White Mountains to the North. Reflecting on its English heritage, the Manor is designed for privacy and intimacy and offers award-winning dining. The Manor On Golden Pond is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and has been awarded Four-Diamond Award by the American Automobile Association and Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence”. There are 15 landscaped acres studded with majestic pines, a clay tennis court, swimming pool, an array of lawn games as well as an array of activities including golfing, biking, horseback riding and hiking in state and local parks nearby. For more information and for reservations call 800-545-2141 or 603-968-3348.