Food & Wine

Classes, programs and educational experiences

Savor the flavors of the season made from local ingredients in a social, casual atmosphere! Led by Chef Beth Fisher, Chef Shelagh Mullen and special guests, attendees will meet fun people and try something new in a unique setting at the Farm at the Arb.

Adult classes are intended for Ages 18+ unless otherwise stated. Classes with wine are Ages 21+.

Arboretum Culinary Chefs

Chef Beth Fisher, 500px, Photo by Jason Boudreau-Landis

Chef Beth Fisher

Arboretum Culinary Lead

Beth brings an extensive culinary background including an instructor at Kitchen Window and other various culinary schools in the metro area. Many people know Beth from her work at Lucia's, Wise Acre Eatery, Thirty Bales, Rustica, French Meadow and most recently, Kruse Markit. Beth is thrilled to be developing cooking classes for visitors at the Arboretum's new Myers Center, which has a new, high-tech kitchen classroom.

Read an article about Beth - Star Tribune Variety section Oct. 8, 2023.

Chef Shelagh Mullen in apron outside in front of barn

Chef Shelagh Mullen

Culinary Program Lead at the Farm at the Arb

Chef Shelagh Mullen comes to the Arboretum from the private sector where she has spent the past 18 years teaching cooking classes and leading culinary tours of the “Emerald Isle,” Ireland. She has a rich background in event planning and recipe development which has prepared her well for her new chapter at the Arboretum. Chef Shelagh hopes to reach as many guests as possible to share the joy of preparing seasonably wholesome meals. Shelagh calls herself a “food designer,” reflecting her belief that food is central to both business and life. 
 


 

 

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Cancellations & Exchanges for educational programs

Cancellation policy

Review the cancellation policies prior to purchasing a class.

Waitlist

Waitlist form

The best chance of being enrolled in a sold out class is to add your name to the waitlist. Click the "waitlist" button or link next to the class and complete the form. There is no obligation to register if a spot opens. If the waitlist shows enough demand, additional sessions may be added.

Member purchasing policy

Can Members register accompanying Non-member participants for Educational programs at the discounted member rate?

Yes. Arboretum Education policy is that Members may purchase a class or camp on behalf of an accompanying Non-member at the discounted Member price as long as they are registering and paying for at least one spot for themselves. Members must Sign in, enter the total number of Member-price tickets for all participants they are purchasing for, and then complete each participant’s name and prompted information at the checkout screen. The transaction must be completed at the same time as the Member's registration(s). This policy applies only to Arboretum Education programs and classes, and is not applicable to other Arboretum purchases like Events or Admission Tickets.

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