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LIME & LOAF IS COOKING UP EXPERIENTIAL ACTIVITIES

By Adam York

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Gone are the days of having to drive miles upon miles to find fun and experiential activities for all ages and personal interests! You can look no further than a 50mile radius, and you will find a wide range of familyfriendly activities such as nature trails, performance venues, and sports and recreational facilities—all in or around Maury County. And for those who love to cook and/or eat or both, there is now a growing list of places to see and things to do to enhance your culinary skills and get a taste of some local flavors, too!

If you are looking specifically for a unique date night or family activity, planning a girls' night out, needing an interactive team-building session, or you just love cooking or baking and desire to polish your kitchen skills, a class at Lime & Loaf will satisfy your experiential appetite. From savory to sweet classes and tasting experiences to knife demonstrations and nutritional information sessions there is something for everyone who attends a class at Lime & Loaf in downtown Columbia, Tennessee! With a growing number of local bakers, chefs, restaurant owners, and subject matter experts, Lime & Loaf’s curated monthly class schedules have become quite popular throughout the kitchenarium’s first two years.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIME & LOAF BY DOMINIC CASSONE

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIME & LOAF BY DOMINIC CASSONE

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIME & LOAF BY DOMINIC CASSONE

Classes are held at Lime & Loaf each week on Tuesday, Thursday, and occasionally Sunday evenings, where the space transforms into an experiential learning environment for attendees to enjoy after the shop closes. Attendees are multi-generational, from all walks of life and skill levels, and you will find a class filled with curious individuals who come to class on their own, in couples, or as friend groups of three or four. In the end, it’s always a joy to watch class members bond with each other while learning tips and tricks for the kitchen and eating a nice meal together.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIME & LOAF BY DOMINIC CASSONE

As for the types of classes held at Lime & Loaf, you will find four distinct categories to choose from, each consisting of varying price points and numerous seats available, including:

EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

Seminars at Lime & Loaf typically seat up to 20 people, and begin at around $20 per seat, depending upon the topic. Unlike traditional cooking classes that involve cooking or preparing food, Lime & Loaf’s educational seminars are led by subject matter experts who share information on topics ranging from diet, health, nutrition, and food science to numerous specialties such as medicinal herbs, coffee roasting, teas, and so much more! Though you won’t leave a seminar class having eaten a meal, you may experience a tasting or sampling of foods or drinks that apply to the class topic.

SWEET & SAVORY DEMONSTRATIONS

Demonstration classes seat up to 15 people, with seats ranging from $40 to $50 per person. Picture this type of class as being an audience participant for a cooking show, where you’ll enjoy a one-course plate at the beginning or end of the class. Sweet demonstrations center around baking or dessert themes, and savory demonstrations can involve bread baking or full entrees being presented by the instructor. Occasionally, an instructor will ask for volunteers throughout a demonstration class, which offers an opportunity for a brief hands-on experience, too!

HANDS-ON CLASSES

Hands-on classes can be sweet or savory in theme and are designed for up to 10 people who will enjoy a brief demonstration before diving into some experiential activities in Lime & Loaf’s demo kitchen space. Though Lime & Loaf doesn’t have a true, full kitchen, instructors carefully modify the hands-on classes with a variety of practical activities that allow participants the opportunity to chop and mix fresh ingredients, build charcuterie boards, decorate and bake cakes and pastries, and utilize a variety of kitchen gadgets and tools in which they can apply when cooking at home. Costs for hands-on classes begin at $60 per person.

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CHEF’S TABLE EXPERIENCES

Centered around a three- to four-course menu designed by the instructor, Chef’s Table Experiences at Lime & Loaf seat 8 people and offer an up-close, intimate setting with a chef who will demonstrate all the courses and interact with attendees through some experiential cooking activities throughout the class. This class is an ideal date night for couples or a fun bonding experience for friends. Pricing for Chef’s Table Experiences begins at $95 per person.

SIGN ME UP

Classes fill up very quickly, so you’ll want to sign up well in advance to secure your seats. Visit limeandloaf.com to view the monthly class schedule and purchase your seats before the classes are full. You can also inquire about private classes for 10 to 20 people if you are looking for a fun way to celebrate a special occasion.

GET EARLY ACCESS WHEN NEW CLASSES LAUNCH!

Subscribe online to Lime & Loaf’s monthly newsletter at the bottom of limeandloaf.com to get early access when new classes are added each month!

FAQs

Q: Can classes accommodate special dietary restrictions or allergies?

A: In most cases, instructors can accommodate special dietary needs, so it’s best to inform Lime & Loaf by email at info@limeandloaf.com about your needs before purchasing seats so that the team can correspond with instructors to discuss options.

Q: What is the typical length of time of each class?

A: Classes typically begin at 6:00 pm and can range from 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the class style.

Q: Do I need to bring anything to class?

A: Just yourself! You are also welcome to bring your beverages of choice. Lime & Loaf provides a non-alcoholic beverage, and wine glasses are available for use during class.

Q: If a class is full, can I get on a waitlist?

A: Yes! Cancellations do occur last minute, so you can always email info@limeandloaf.com or call the shop to request a spot on any class waitlist.

Q: Do you offer children’s cooking classes?

A: At this time, Lime & Loaf does not offer kid-specific classes, however, older children are welcome to attend a class as long as the parent attends with them and feels confident the child will be engaged with the class topic.

Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: Life happens, and situations or illnesses can sneak up on you on short notice. However, last-minute cancellations affect supplies purchased for classes, staffing, as well as the ability to re-sell open seats within only a few hours. Thus, there is a strict 48-hour cancellation policy to receive a transfer to a new class. No refunds will be issued for no-shows or cancellations made within 48 hours.

Q: Can I shop during the evening of a class?

A: Absolutely! And class attendees receive 20% off store merchandise during the evening of classes.

ADAM YORK, along with his wife, Kathryn, is the owner of Lime & Loaf, a kitchen shop located at New South Marketplace in downtown Columbia, Tennessee, and the owner of Smith & York Company, a modern home boutique located on the square in downtown Columbia. Open seven days a week at both shops, Lime & Loaf offers a wide selection of kitchen essentials for cooking and baking, while Smith & York Co. offers a diverse selection of home goods, including tabletop accessories, barware, lighting, textiles, planters, and gift items. Learn more at smithandyork.co and limeandloaf.com