Testimonials

" The atmosphere is always comfortable and friendly. The gourmet dinner party setting is always informative and inspiring, yet informal enough to feel like it's a private cooking lesson with just you and your new 10 best friends...Weather you intend to improve your love of cooking or just practice you love of eating, Montecito Country Cooking classes have something to offer every level of cook."
- Michele W.

"Ann Marie and Pascale have transformed my marriage. In the old days my wife had trouble preparing cornflakes. She used to boil them in the packets. Within a month of meeting our Mediterranean friends she was preparing delicious, original three course meals at the drop of a hat. Seriously, it is extraordinary what can be achieved by the steady acquisition of traditional European cooking skills. Thank you Ann Marie and Pascale."
- John Cleese“

I was introduced to the cooking class’s years ago and when I’m in town I make it a point to attend. Pascale makes every meal a great learning experience along with fine dining, great wine and good company.”
- LeAnn

" I love your classes; they’re relaxed, fun and very informative! They feel like going over to a friend’s house and sipping on wine while we talk and cook dinner together. In this case, the friend just happens to be a fabulous chef who loves to share her knowledge of cooking and products. After all the preparation is complete, I thoroughly enjoy sitting down at a beautifully appointed table with other members of the class and enjoying our delicious meal. Why go to a fabulous restaurant when you can take a class at MCK?
- Marlene

“Pascale’s professionalism, combined with her wonderful sense of humor, makes her cooking classes are not only informative but very fun. Pascale makes everyone feel at home and I always come away with fabulous recipes and the ability to make them. I love the whole menu format as well. And all her MCK products are absolutely the best.”
- Mary Jane

" I have been taking classes from Pascale for almost ten years now. I have not only learned a tremendous amount of information from Pascale, but have thoroughly enjoyed each and every class. Pascale shares so much with each class, and each class I learn something new and different. From where to buy the best meat in town, to where to buy the best copper ware in Paris, France, as well as all her favorite places in St. Tropez! Not to mention all the wonderful products that Montecito Country Kitchens produces. I can’t imagine making salmon without their lemon olive oil. Or roasting tomatoes without their Italian herb mixture.
There is so much to learn from Pascale, and I now have the pleasure of taking classes with my daughters. Another generation of students of the Montecito Country Kitchen!"
- Melinda G.

I have enjoyed the cooking classes for years – they renew my curiosity and creativeness in the kitchen and they’ve definitely made me a better cook. Several of the recipes made in class have become family favorites. The products make my Christmas shopping easier every year and now friends across the country are hooked too!
- Leesa W.