Wine Fest

We know! You've called every hotel and B&B in town and no one has a room! At the time of this post, we still have rooms available for Winefest, so book now!

Well, Wine Fest weekend is THE biggest annual event in the Grand Valley and tends to book up 6 months to a year in advance. So if you don't get a room, call now for next year!

But you don't have to go to WineFest to enjoy the local flavors... the wineries are open year round and many offer tours. Also, many area restaurants feature local wines, so if you aren't able to get a room Wine Fest weekend, book another day in September and enjoy all that the Grand Valley has to offer! While you are at the inn, don't forget to buy a hand painted wineglass, featuring Colorado Wildflowers, by artist Peg Oswald!
And...the farmstands are open until the end of the month...

See our blog for Dining and Wine Tour ideas!
Willow Pond Restaurant Suggestions
Willow Pond Winery Tour Info

So what's the big deal? Here's the low-down on Wine Fest, information from the Winefest Website http://www.coloradowinefest.com/:

August Is Peachy

We are busy canning up peach Jam and Apricot Peach Jam, making peach scones and cobbler and peach syrup for your waffles!





Don't miss Peach Fest from the 16-19th of August, in Palisade!
There is an ice cream social, tours of the orchards, culinary events, pancake breakfast, recipe contest, 5 miler, car show, parade, peach eating contest, live entertainment, "feast in the fields", Historic walking tour, bike tour and river floats and local restaurants will be featuring peach cuisine.

Book your "August is Peachy" get-away today!
2 night stay, including full gourmet breakfast, starting at $115 per night, double occupancy. Enjoy our peachy breakfasts during August, featuring Palisade peaches, peach scones, peach jam, peach cobbler and more!! Good from August 1 through August 31, 2012 or while the peaches last! Call innkeeper or book online on our website!
We still have rooms for Peach Fest Weekend...book online now!
Palisade Peach Fest: August 16-19, 2012 Visit: http://www.palisadepeachfest.com/ for more info.

Spring 2012 Cooking Class Schedule

Classes are $55 each. Please call Diana at 201-3883 or email: worldtable@gmail.com to register.

HOLIDAY OR BIRTHDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE.

CLASSES START AT 6:30 PM

Classes include: recipe packets, a full meal, tea and water service, and wonderful camaraderie.

Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Class attendance is limited & classes fill fast. If a class is cancelled due to low attendance, it will be rescheduled within the following 6 months and your tuition will be transferred to that date or to another class. Your class payment does not expire. You can also schedule a private class for you and your friends, for special occasions, ladies night out, couples’ night, bridal showers, or just because you love to cook! Special topics and menus are welcome.

Payment options: Cash or check only, made out to Diana Tarasiewicz.

Please mail to: 551 walnut avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501. Payment must be made ahead of time, to guarantee your spot in class.

All Classes are on Wednesday night

630 pm to 930 pm

Willow Pond B&B

$55 per guest

Includes a large recipe packet, a full meal, beverages and camaraderie.

February 22

Quick, Easy, and Healthy cooking.

March 14

Spanish tapas

March 21

Gluten free cooking

March 28

Sushi (hands-on class)

April 4

Grains: Quinoa, Amaranth, Millet, Teff

April 11

Chicken: from the barnyard to the table

April 25

Mediterranean Clay pot cooking

May 2

Korean cuisine (based on the PBS show: The Kimchi chronicles)

What cooking class guests are saying:

“ I attended last night’s class and just want to tell you how wonderful it was. I am so excited about what I learned and can hardly wait to get in my kitchen. The class far exceeded my expectations, it was fun and the food was amazing! Please let Diana know I loved her class! I am looking forward to attending many more.” Amy A. (French Bistro class)

“Thanks you for a very pleasant night of cooking. It was a great time, and you make cooking an ease. Hope I have time to try another class soon.” Al A. (Fish fast and delicious class)

“Just a quick note to thank you so much for the Julie & Julia cooking class last night-you are truly a remarkable chef! I am AMAZED at the countless cuisines you have conquered-you serve up flair, finesse, lots of fun - plus fabulous food!! Thanks again” – Sherri S.

MORE GREAT CLASSES TO FOLLOW. – Please email me and let me know what you are looking for!

Diana M Tarasiewicz
At the Worldtable Cooking School
970-201-3883

"True happiness is found in simple, seemingly unremarkable things." - Eckhart Tolle.