Join us at Bistro Polaris and discover the art of fresh pasta making, from kneading dough to crafting flavorful fillings, all while enjoying a glass of Black Star Farms wine. Roll, shape, sip, and savor as you bring authentic Italian flavors to life. This class will provide you with the recipes, techniques, and confidence to […]
Celebrate the beauty of simple ingredients in this interactive class devoted to bruschetta and crostini—the ultimate bite-sized expressions of flavor. Guided by our culinary team, you’ll prepare a variety of seasonal toppings, learn proper knife techniques, and craft perfectly toasted crostini using artisan breads. From classic tomato-basil to whipped cheeses, marinated vegetables, herbs, and wine-friendly […]
Grab your sweetheart and join us at Bistro Polaris and learn the art of making traditional Pizza Napoletana! Join Estate Chef John Korycki and our culinary team in the kitchen for a hands-on class creating your own wood-fired pizza from scratch, topped with hand-stretched fresh mozzarella. This class will provide you with the recipes, techniques, and confidence […]
Discover the joy of making the perfect pillowy gnocchi in this interactive class. Guided by Chef John Korycki, you’ll learn the art of making handmade potato gnocchi and four essential Italian sauces—Burro e Oro, Ai Funghi, Pesto Genovese, and Salsiccia e Stracchino. Guests will roll, shape, cook, and enjoy their gnocchi while learning classic techniques for building […]
Pair everything you love about Black Star Farms with an immersive two-night getaway! This package provides a relaxing escape, an optional morning activity, an in-depth cooking demonstration and lunch, a guided wine-making tour, a comprehensive wine tasting, and a private three-course, wine-paired dinner. Reserve your stay here View a sample itinerary
Join us at Bistro Polaris and learn the art of making traditional Pizza Napoletana! Join Estate Chef John Korycki and our culinary team in the kitchen for a hands-on class creating your own wood-fired pizza from scratch, topped with hand-stretched fresh mozzarella. This class will provide you with the recipes, techniques, and confidence to recreate pizzas and […]
Explore the wild side of flavor in this immersive class where you’ll craft custom spice blends, infused sugars, and rubs inspired by the forests, orchards, and fields of Northern Michigan. Guided by our culinary team, you’ll learn how to balance aromatics, sweetness, heat, texture, and regional ingredients to create blends that elevate both sweet and […]
Few dishes feel as nostalgic and satisfying as pierogi—and now you can learn to make them from scratch. In this immersive class, you’ll craft dough, fill, fold, and cook your own batch of delicious dumplings while learning chef tips for texture, sealing, and flavor balance. Enjoy pierogi fresh from the pan, paired with curated wine […]