Serenity Knoll

MEDITERRANEAN HOLIDAY APPETIZERS w/ CHEF JOSH PLESH, DECEMBER 13TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join Chef Josh Plesh, from Timber Restaurant for this Christmas cooking class. A warm, hands-on Mediterranean-inspired experience built around lamb dolmas (stuffed grape leaves with lamb), classic hummus, and refreshing tzatziki, with creative variations and a full vegetarian pathway for non-meat eaters. The menu and flow are designed so everyone cooks together, then sits down to a festive mezze-style meal.

CHRISTMAS FRENCH MACARON WORKSHOP w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, DECEMBER 14TH at 3PM, $75 PER PERSON
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:30 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Have you ever wanted to make beautiful, delicious French macarons? Now’s your chance—with a festive twist! Join Chef Angela from Cakes By Angela in this hands-on holiday workshop at Serenity Knoll Cooking School, you’ll learn every step of the macaron-making process—from mixing and piping to filling and assembling. No experience needed! This class is open to all ages and perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts alike. We’ll be celebrating the season with irresistible Christmas-inspired flavors like:
✨ Gingerbread
✨ Egg Nog
✨ Peppermint Bark
✨ Hot Chocolate
✨ Pecan Turtle
All recipes are included, and you’ll leave with a box of stunning macarons and the confidence to recreate them at home. Join us for a sweet, joyful, and unforgettable macaron experience—just in time for the holidays!

BREAKFAST FOR DINNER KID'S CLASS w/ DAVID WILEY, DECEMBER 17TH, 4:30 - 6PM, $35 PER PERSON, AGES 6 - 12, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2025-12-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us for a fun hands-on cooking adventure where kids will make and flip mini pancakes, make cheesy breakfast quesadillas, and build their own colorful yogurt parfaits! Perfect for kids who love to cook—or love to eat. It’s messy, delicious, creative, and 100% kid-approved.

COOKIE DECORATING CLASS w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, DECEMBER 18TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Get into the holiday spirit with a sweet and festive hands-on class! You’ll decorate six Christmas-themed sugar cookies using three fun techniques:
Royal Icing – Perfect for smooth snowflakes and ornaments.
Buttercream – Great for piping Christmas florals.
Fondant – Ideal for creating textured mittens.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, this class is open to all ages and skill levels! Join Angela from Cakes By Angela at Serenity Knoll Cooking School and create edible works of art that are sure to impress your family and friends this holiday season. What’s Included:
✔️ Step-by-step holiday-themed instruction in a fun, relaxed setting
✔️ All decorating tools and materials provided
✔️ Take-home recipes to keep the cookie magic going
✔️ Your own set of six beautifully decorated Christmas cookies
Spots are limited—we will provide the aprons and join the festive fun!

LOADED NACHO MADNESS & MOCKTAIL BAR w/ CHEF EVAN WATERS, DECEMBER 19TH at 6PM, $50 PER PERSON
2025-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us for a Holiday Break Kickoff Class for College Students. A hands-on cooking party where students will build outrageous, Instagram-worthy nacho trays and master a set of fresh mocktails. Also, we’ll have nacho trivia, a group photo as “Loaded Madness Champions,” and door prizes for the “Most Creative Nacho Build.” Students will enjoy mini queso cups, street corn dip shooters, and guacamole as they settle in for the class. Students will take home printed recipe cards for nachos and mocktails. Help start your holiday break deliciously!!

HOLIDAY BAKLAVA w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, DECEMBER 20TH AT 11AM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join our resident Greek expert, Chef Karla, for this delicious dessert class. Greek holiday baklava is a traditional dessert featuring layers of phyllo dough, a spiced nut filling (usually walnuts, but sometimes a mix with almonds and pistachios), and a rich syrup made from honey, sugar, and spices.

SOUTHERN ITALIAN DINNER w/ PRISCILLA HUTTO, DECEMBER 20TH at 6PM, $75 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Have you ever been to a Southern Italian dinner? Well, this is your chance. During this class, we will be serving four different courses. As you arrive, we will serve different antipasti like Caprese salad, bread with olive oil, mozzarella, Prosciutto, olives, and grilled zucchini with goat cheese. Then the class will begin, and we will do our first course together. We will make fresh pasta together; you will learn how to make pasta from scratch. The second course we will make will be Fresh Salmon Meatballs served with Italian Rosemary-Baked Potatoes. For dessert, we will have an amazing Tiramisu. Don’t miss this unique culinary experience. Whether you’re a food lover or an aspiring chef, this night promises to be delicious, fun, and unforgettable!

MAKE & TAKE PIES w/ CHEF EVAN WATERS, DECEMBER 21ST at 3PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this class, Chef Evan will guide you through making Bourbon pecan pie with traditional pie dough rolled out and formed and blind baked. Dark chocolate mousse pie with chocolate cookie butter pressed in crust and candy cane sprinkles. Fruits of the Forest Berry Galette. A free-formed crust that’s elegantly rustic.

BEST BISCUITS EVER w/ DEIDRA HARRUFF, DECEMBER 28TH, at 3PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2025-12-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us for one of our favorite offerings: biscuit bonanza! This class, taught by Chef Deidra Harruff, will give you the confidence and knowledge to make the most perfect biscuit. If you love those flaky, buttery layers but have yet to perfect the recipe, this IS the class for you. In this class, you’ll not only learn about plain biscuits, but we will also make cinnamon rolls, scones, chive and cheddar biscuits. What else makes the perfect biscuit meal? Gravy, of course! Deidra will also show you how to make the most flavorful sausage gravy to accompany the many biscuits you’ll make in this class. Everyone will make some, and everyone will take some home!

SUSHI ROLL 101 w/ SARI ESTHER, DECEMBER 30TH at 6PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us to welcome Sari Ester to the Serenity Knoll team! This is a hands-on sushi-making class perfect for beginners! In this interactive session, you’ll learn the basics of crafting beautiful and delicious sushi rolls from scratch—no prior experience required. Sari will guide you through each step, from preparing perfectly seasoned sushi rice to selecting fresh ingredients and mastering the art of rolling with a bamboo mat. All tools and ingredients are provided, and you’ll leave with the skills (and confidence!) to recreate sushi night at home.

NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION w/ CHEF NATHAN BRAND, DECEMBER 31ST at 6PM, $100 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join Chef Nathan Brand for a special New Years Eve Class! We’ll be starting off with a simple Caviar snack, then move on to the perfect NYE appetizer–Clams Casino. We will cook 2 different cuts of steak and learn how to baste meat in pans, as well as discuss how to hit the perfect temperature. Paired with the steak will be a lovely Bearnaise sauce, a great one to add to your cooking repertoire! Finally, we will finish with Bourbon balls, a lovely dessert to wrap up a great New Years Eve menu! BYOB

NEW YEAR'S DAY YOGA BRUNCH w/ SHERRY MARION, JANUARY 1ST at 11AM, $30 PER PERSON, LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS
2026-01-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us on January 1, 2026, for community, yoga, and brunch led by Sherry Marion. During our gentle yoga flow, we will find time to settle into stillness, creating space for deeper reflection. Reflect and release the old, open to new beginnings, and set intentions with gratitude for the New Year! Space is limited to 12 yogis on our heated side porch, so please sign up early.

SMASHBURGER NIGHT w/ CHEF JOSH PLESH, JANUARY 3RD at 6PM. $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Kick off the New Year with a hands-on, high-energy cooking class built around one of our chef’s most popular menu items—the perfect Smashburger. Josh Plesh, head chef at Timber in Johnson City, will lead this class. In this class, you’ll learn the techniques that make an incredible Smashburger unforgettable: properly heating the griddle, smashing for maximum crust, seasoning for flavor, and building layers that balance richness and crunch. We’ll also take the time to master true caramelized onions, showing you how patience and heat transform simple onions into something extraordinary. To round out the meal, we’ll prepare oven-roasted fingerling potatoes and a fresh, crunchy broccoli slaw that brings brightness and balance to the plate. And because no great burger night is complete without dessert, we’ll finish with homemade ice cream sandwiches, featuring freshly baked cookies and locally made vanilla ice cream from Cares Creamery.
This class is designed to be fun, approachable, and deeply satisfying—perfect for cooks of all levels, and a great way to start the year cooking, eating, and learning together.

THAI BANQUET w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, JANUARY 4TH AT 3PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join Chef Karla to learn the secrets to making your own Thai food at home. You’ll be making easily executable recipes with all the robust Thai flavors. Dinner with feature:
Thai Coconut Pumpkin Soup
Pork Satay
Traditional Pad Thai with Chicken
Drunken Noodles with Shrimp

Add Thai to your cooking repertoire with these simple, delicious dishes!

JUNIOR PIZZA CHEF w/ DAVID WILEY, JANUARY 7TH at 4:30 PM, $35 PER CHILD, AGES 6 -12, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2026-01-07 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
We will teach your child how to make pizza dough and sauce. They will then add their favorite toppings to create their own masterpiece! At the end of the class, they will be awarded a Junior Pizza Chef Certificate!

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, JANUARY 8TH, at 6PM, $65.00 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | TN
This class will inspire you with simple yet effective cooking techniques, allow you to experience fresh, local ingredients, and give you the satisfaction of serving great food to others. Bring the whole family! We’ll make the pizza in the wood oven, but you can easily do this at home or on your backyard grill.

SALSA VERDE CHICKEN TAMALES w/ GUACAMOLE & SALSA w/ HERMAN GARCIA, JANUARY 9TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Learn to make authentic tamales with the Tennessee Tamale Guy, Herman Garcia. His salsa is the best around here; learn to make it yourself! You’ll also be making a perfect guacamole. Time permitting, we may make tacos or tostadas.

PROBIOTIC HERBAL SODAS w/ KATITA WILLIAMSON, JANUARY 10TH at 11AM, $65 PER PERSON
2026-01-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Learn to ferment your own gut-friendly fizzy drinks using your favorite fruit and herbs. In this class, we will cover the following topics:
—water herbal medicine: what are teas, infusions, and decoctions? And how can we use them in fermentation
—the ONE formula you need to know to ferment ANY beverage
—different types of cultures you can use to activate the healthy microbes in your drink and create the fizz you crave
—the health benefits of common herbs that are great in probiotic sodas; when and why we should drink them
—and so much more!! Fermentation and herbalism have long been intertwined. You will leave this class with the confidence to make your own probiotic herbal sodas at home. You can do it! Herbal medicine is people’s medicine!

SOURDOUGH BAGEL CLASS w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, JANUARY 10TH at 4PM, $65 PER PERSON
2026-01-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Have you ever wanted to make chewy, flavorful sourdough bagels from scratch? Join me in the Serenity Knoll kitchen, where I’ll guide you through the process of crafting delicious, naturally fermented bagels—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave a fresh-baked treat. Thanks to the sourdough fermentation process, these bagels not only taste amazing but also offer gut-friendly benefits!
In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to mix, shape, boil, and bake three incredible flavors:
Everything – A savory blend of sesame, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion.
Sesame Seed – A classic with a toasty, nutty crunch.
Plain – Perfect for any topping or spread.
No prior sourdough or bagel-making experience is needed—just come ready to learn and have fun!
What You’ll Get:
✔️ 2 hours of in-person, hands-on instruction.
✔️ A mature sourdough starter ready to use.
✔️ My full sourdough bagel recipe.
✔️ Freshly baked bagels & cream cheese spread to enjoy during class.
I can’t wait to bake these incredible bagels with you! Reserve your spot today!

SOUPS FOR THE SOUL: CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS & HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP w/ CHEF MICHELLE BROWNING, JANUARY 11TH at 3PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
We are so excited to welcome Chef Michelle, of Cafe Lola, back to the classroom kitchen. This is the perfect winter class! She will teach you to make Homemade Chicken & Dumplings and Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup, using a quick homemade stock recipe and other Chef tricks. A Salad will accompany the meal!

DONUTS – KID'S COOKING CLASS, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14TH at 4:30PM, AGES 6–12 $35 PER PERSON, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this edition of our kids’ cooking series, young chefs will mix, bake, and decorate their own donuts. Each child will enjoy a donut in class and take a few home to share.

WINTER MACARONS w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, JANUARY 16TH at 6PM, $75 PER PERSON
2026-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Have you always wanted to make beautiful and delicious French macarons? In this class, everyone will learn each step of the process hands-on! No experience is necessary, and it is open to all age groups. Come and learn how much fun it is to make delicious macarons that will be sure to impress your friends and family with us here at Serenity Knoll. All recipes are included in the class! Pistachio, Triple Brownie, Caramel, Oreo and Elvis (banana, peanut butter and bacon) are the featured flavors!

SAUSAGE MAKING 101 w/ BUTCHER / CHEF THOMAS FRITZINGER, JANUARY 17TH at NOON, $75 PER PERSON
2026-01-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Learn the timeless craft of sausage making in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. We’ll cover everything from selecting meats and seasonings to grinding, mixing, stuffing, and cooking techniques. Whether you’re looking to make fresh breakfast links or smoky bratwursts, this class gives you the foundation to start crafting sausages safely and confidently at home. Please bring paper; note-taking is encouraged!
By the end of the session, you’ll go home with a deeper understanding of the science and art behind sausage making — and a few sausages of your own!
Class Length and Format:
3 Hour Class
Lecture & Demo (1 hour)
Hands-On Workshop (1.5 hours)
Q&A + Tasting / Wrap-Up (30 mins)
Course Will Cover:
Food Safety & Cleanliness
The Importance of Fat
Best Cuts to Use for Sausage
Grind Basics
Seasoning & Mixing
Basic Spice Formulations
Casings & Stuffing
Different Flavor Profiles

HOMEMADE RICOTTA CHEESE w/ CHEF JOSH PLESH, JANUARY 17TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this hands-on class, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the process of making homemade ricotta cheese from scratch. Chef Josh Plesh of Timber, a seasoned professional with a passion for fresh, simple ingredients, will start by giving a quick overview of the history and origins of ricotta before diving into the cooking. Once the ricotta is made, it’s time to elevate the flavor! We will use an array of accouterments to enhance your ricotta, such as fresh herbs (basil, thyme, and rosemary), a drizzle of honey, and perhaps a touch of sea salt. You can add lemon zest, garlic, or even crushed red pepper for savory variations for a kick. You’ll experiment with combinations to see how the ricotta can transform into a sweet or savory treat.

BEST BISCUITS EVER w/ DEIDRA HARRUFF, JANUARY 18TH, at 3PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2026-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States

KID’S PASTA CLASS w/ DAVID WILEY, JANUARY 21ST at 4:30 PM, $35 PER CHILD, AGES 6 – 12, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2026-01-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Get ready to roll, cut, and twirl in this hands-on pasta-making adventure. Kids will learn how to mix and knead fresh pasta dough, roll it out, and cut it into fun shapes. They’ll discover the magic of making their own noodles from scratch and cooking them to perfection. Then, they will whip up a simple, delicious sauce to bring it all together. Parents/grandparents must attend with each child.

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, JANUARY 22ND, at 6PM, $65.00 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | TN

LEBANESE CUISINE w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, JANUARY 23RD at 6PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Chef Karla will teach you how to make Kibbeh- the National food of Lebanon, football-shaped croquettes made from lamb & beef with labneh for dipping. Adasbi- a lemony lentil soup, Tabbouleh Salad, and Crunchy Pistachio cookies. You’ll learn authentic techniques for mastering balanced flavors and understanding Lebanese hospitality through shared meals, blending traditional Levantine flavors with influences from Turkish, Arab, and French cooking.

WINTER CAKE w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, JANUARY 24TH at 11AM, $75 PER PERSON
2026-01-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this class, everyone will learn the tricks to prepping the cake pans, stacking and decorating their own two-layered cake with buttercream, and using several different piping tips! No experience is necessary, and it is open to all age groups. Join us here at Serenity Knoll Cooking School! All class materials will be provided. Join us to produce this gorgeous, delicious cake to take home!

AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE LASAGNA w/ PRISCILLA HUTTO, JANUARY 24TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2026-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this class, you’ll make lasagna from scratch, from the pasta to the sauce, to the delightful sound of Italian music in the background! We will serve dinner after the class with a side salad and a dessert! Priscilla Hutto was born and raised in Italy. With a dad who is a chef and grandparents who made food from scratch most of their lives, she learned the beauty of making food from scratch and the striking difference in taste.
