I wanted to try something new. I figured why not see what Ateliers & Saveurs is all about? I decided to choose some dish that I love but had no idea how to make. I chose a night that was teaching how to cook lamb. I was fortunate enough to also be in a workshop that was called “Cooking with the Stars”! All the benefits are donated to “Operation Enfant Soleil Fondation”. The guest celebrity was Mathieu Darche (from the Montreal Canadiens). I wasn’t sure what I was in for but I had decided: a, Time to experience something new and b, MUST learn how to cook lamb! Needless to say the Chef/Teacher Rodolfo was Magnificent! He was entertaining, funny, knowledgeable and very talented! I learned new techniques on how to prepare and cut and most importantly, to be open to trying new things (I had Carpaccio for the first time and it was out of this world!). The class was full and everyone was having a great time. We all participated in the cooking and preparing as well as enjoying a glass of wine or two. The ambiance was creative and beautiful! The staff was kind and accommodating. Mathieu Darche (The Star) was truly a star! He was fun, with a great personality and truly involved himself with the group. He was a great sport! The entire experience was and still is something I rave about and I tell anyone who loves food and has a “Joy de Vivre” how much fun I had! I will definitely be back for a few other workshops and I will bring my husband and friends for a night of learning, laughing, and participation and at the end, a fabulous gourmet dinner that is out of this world! Bravo Ateliers & Saveurs! You truly out did yourselves! Best Regards Sonia Belorusskaya