Serenity Knoll

SUNDAY YOGA & BRUNCH, w/ LINDSEY YARGAR, OCTOBER 19TH at 11AM, $30 PER PERSON
2025-10-19 11:00 (America/New_York) | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join us for an hour of gentle Yoga in our open-air pavilion, followed by a delicious and healthy brunch! This Yoga session is beginner-friendly, and mats, blocks, bolsters, and blankets will be available for use. The restrooms are onsite.

SOUP SEASON! w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, OCTOBER 19TH at 3PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-10-19 15:00 - 17:30 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
With the upcoming cooler weather, nothing says comfort like a warm bowl of soup or stew. We will be making a Creamy Wild Rice soup along with a hearty Chicken Stew with Guinness. A seasonal garden salad and some local sourdough bread will round out our meal.

JUNIOR PIZZA CHEF w/ DAVID WILEY, OCTOBER 22ND at 4:30 PM, $35 PER CHILD, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2025-10-22 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!

SAUSAGE MAKING 101 w/ BUTCHER / CHEF THOMAS FRITZINGER, OCTOBER 25TH at NOON, $75 PER PERSON
2025-10-25 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

OKTOBERFEST w/ CHEF WUNDERBAR (AKA BRAD WIGLE), OCTOBER 25TH AT 6 PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join Chef Brad for an authentic German meal to celebrate the season! Learn how to make the perfect Schnitzel, Braised Red Cabbage, and a classic warm German Potato Salad. German Beer will be served with the meal. Feiern!

PIEROGI CLASS w/ NANCY KING, OCTOBER 26TH at 3PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
A Pierogi is a Polish Dumpling with Potato and Cheese filling, sautéed until golden brown with butter and sliced onion. They are served with sour cream on the side. Nancy’s family had a Polish Tavern in Pittsburgh, PA, for 33 years, so authenticity is guaranteed! You need this skill in your repertoire!

DATE NIGHT INDIVIDUAL BEEF WELLINGTONS w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, NOVEMBER 1ST, at 6 PM, $75 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Learn how to make the perfect dinner party meal with Chef Karla! You’ll learn how to master working with Puff Pastry to produce these works of art for you table. You’ll prepare Sweet Potato Wedges and Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta & Shallots. BYOB

BEST BISCUITS EVER w/ DEIDRA HARRUFF, NOVEMBER 2ND at 3PM, $65.00 PER PERSON
2025-11-02 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 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 you 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!

MINI-PIES & GRATITUDE DAY FOR KIDS w/ DAVID WILEY, NOVEMBER 5TH at 4:30PM, AGES 6-12, $35 PER PERSON, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2025-11-05 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
As we head into the season of thankfulness, kids will roll up their sleeves for a heartwarming afternoon of baking and gratitude! In this hands-on class, young chefs will learn how to make their own mini apple pies from scratch — from rolling dough and preparing spiced apple filling to shaping, decorating, and baking their creations to golden perfection.
While the pies bake, we’ll take a few moments to reflect on what we’re grateful for by making a simple “Gratitude Tree” craft that celebrates kindness and appreciation. Then, everyone will enjoy their freshly baked pies topped with homemade whipped cream or homemade vanilla bean ice cream— and even take one home to share with family.
This class blends creativity, baking skills, and a spirit of thankfulness, making it the perfect November activity for kids who love to cook and give.

PIZZA FROM SCRATCH W/ DAVID WILEY, NOVEMBER 6TH, at 6PM, $65.00 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
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.

BAKLAVA w/ CHEF KARLA GRIMALDI, NOVEMBER 7TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
This baklava class will teach you skills and techniques for making this delicious and iconic Greek dessert. Karla will share the knowledge needed to create this sweet and savory dessert from scratch, allowing you to enjoy the flavors and aromas of this delightful treat at home.

CUPCAKE BOUQUET: A FLORAL MASTERPIECE w/ ANGELA BOWES, NOVEMBER 13TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Transform cupcakes into a stunning edible bouquet in this fun, hands-on decorating class! Perfect for beginners and bakers of all ages, you’ll learn the techniques to pipe beautiful floral designs and arrange them into a show-stopping cupcake bouquet that’s almost too pretty to eat. No experience? No problem! We’ll guide you every step of the way as you create gorgeous, bakery-worthy cupcakes that will wow your friends and family.
What’s included:
Expert guidance to decorate your floral cupcakes.
All recipes to recreate the magic at home.
A stunning bouquet to take home and enjoy.
Join us at Serenity Knoll Cooking School and discover the joy of combining baking and artistry into one unforgettable experience!

WORLD OF DIPPING SAUCES & SMALL BITES w/ CHEF EVAN WATERS, NOVEMBER 14TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
The ultimate casual get-together, we will create five dipping sauces: Baba Ganoush, Maytag Blue Cheese Dip, Garlic Aioli, Homemade Fig Ketchup, plus a sweet one for dessert, Roasted Banana Caramel Sauce. Several Small Bites will accompany our sauces, including wings, Pita Chips, Oven Fries, fresh fruits and veggies, plus pound cake.

BEGINNER'S SOURDOUGH LOAF CLASS W/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, NOVEMBER 15TH AT 11AM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-11-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Have you ever wanted to bake your homemade sourdough bread? Join me in the comfort of Serenity Knolls’ kitchen, where I’ll teach you the step-by-step process of making this nutrient-dense, gut-friendly bread from scratch. Thanks to its natural fermentation, sourdough is not only delicious but also helps reduce inflammation and support digestion, making it a wholesome addition to your daily diet! This hands-on class is designed for beginners, and you’ll leave feeling confident in your ability to bake fresh sourdough for your family and friends. I can’t wait to share everything I know to help you on your sourdough journey!
What You’ll Get:
✔️ 2 hours of in-person, hands-on instruction
✔️ A mature sourdough starter ready to use
✔️ My full sourdough bread recipe
✔️ Bonus recipes we will also make in class!
What to bring from home: Medium mixing bowl.

PERSIAN CUISINE w/ HERMAN GARCIA, NOVEMBER 20TH at 6PM, $70 PER PERSON
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Join Herman for this Persian class, bursting with flavor! This cooking class is centered around Chulo (saffron rice), Kabul Pulao (Afghan lamb pilaf), and Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian herb stew), creating a rich, cross-cultural culinary experience that focuses on iconic dishes from South and Central Asia. Each dish offers unique techniques with rice, spice, and herbs, perfect for both novice and seasoned cooks alike.

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA w/ PRISCILLE HUTTO, NOVEMBER 22ND at 6PM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-11-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this class, students will learn how to prepare one of the most iconic dishes of Italian culinary tradition: eggplant parmesan.
Fresh salmon meatballs, a salad, and sourdough bread will accompany the parmigiana. To end on a sweet note, we will have a typical Italian dessert.

HOLIDAY COOKIE WORKSHOP w/ DAVID WILEY, NOVEMBER 26TH at 4:30PM, $35 PER CHILD, 6 - 12 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
2025-11-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Holiday Cookie Kickoff! Creative baking right after Thanksgiving weekend to start the holiday spirit. Sugar cookie cutouts to decorate. Hot cocoa mug cookies (mini chocolate chip cookies designed to perch on cocoa mugs), Shortbread or thumbprint cookies with jam. We’ll focus on Mixing dough, rolling, using cookie cutters, decorating with icing and sprinkles. Each child decorates a few cookies to take home in a gift box or bag.

APULIAN PANZEROTTI w/ PRISCILLA HUTTO, NOVEMBER 29TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Discover the secrets of one of Southern Italy’s most beloved street foods: Apulian panzerotti! In this hands-on and engaging class, you’ll learn how to make these delicious fried half-moons from scratch, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, following the traditional Apulian recipe.
At the end of the course, you’ll enjoy the hot, freshly made panzerotti and receive the complete recipe to take home, allowing you to recreate them and impress your friends and family because it’s not just about cooking, but about living an authentic Apulian experience, where food is about sharing, history, and passion.

HOLIDAY FOOD & HOSTESS GIFTS w/ CHEF SHERIDAN, NOVEMBER 30TH at 3PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-11-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Make thoughtful gifts for your loved ones, co-workers, teachers, and hosts this holiday season. We’ll prepare THREE varieties of Dried Soups in Jars, and M&M’s Cookie Mix in a Jar, and Homemade Vanilla extract. Jars and bottles will be provided, and you will take your creations home! After the class, we will sit down with a warming bowl of soup and a salad.

COOKIE DECORATING CLASS w/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, DECEMBER 4TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-12-04 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!

GLOBAL FONDUE ADVENTURE: A CHEESE AND CHOCOLATE JOURNEY w/ ASHLEY & JOHN KOSKO, DECEMBER 5TH at 6PM, $75 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Discover the world of fondue as our husband-and-wife chefs, John and Ashley Kosko, lead you through a delicious, hands-on global fondue class featuring artisan cheeses and chocolates from around the world. This class will be perfect for anyone who loves great food and international flavors. Whether you are a first-time fondue lover or a seasoned gourmet, this class blends comfort, culture, and creativity into a night of delicious learning.

ITALIAN DESSERT TRIO w/ PRISCILLA HUTTO, DECEMBER 6TH at 11AM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
In this class, you will learn how to make three Italian desserts: Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, and Horse-Shoe Cookies from scratch, step by step, hands-on. These three delicious Italian desserts are also typical of the holiday season.

BEGINNER’S SOURDOUGH LOAF CLASS W/ CHEF ANGELA BOWES, DECEMBER 11TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Serenity Knoll Farm, 542 Bacon Branch Rd, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States

ELEGANT CHARCUTERIE w/ BIRD HONEYCUTT, DECEMBER 13TH at 11AM, $70 PER PERSON, BYOB!
2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00 | TN
Join us to learn the techniques for producing beautiful, high-end charcuterie boards for the upcoming holiday season! You’ll prepare a board to take home with you! A lifelong devotee of the culinary arts, Bird Honeycutt has been preparing food for the masses since childhood. With a background that ranges from high-end Deli management in Midcoast, ME, to training under Chef Sarah Schafer in Portland, OR, to professional event planning and catering here in the Tri-Cities region (and many experiences in between!). Bird always craves a new culinary challenge and believes that the marriage of technique and creativity is vital to anyone’s success in the kitchen.

MEDITERRANEAN HOLIDAY APPETIZERS w/ CHEF JOSH PLESH, DECEMBER 13TH at 6PM, $65 PER PERSON, BYOB
2025-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | 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

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.
