Historical Society of Delaware - Open Hearth Cooking

What is "The Cook not Mad"? Find out during one of our hands-on, open hearth, cooking workshops at the Read House & Gardens!
	Enjoy a shared experience with fellow cooks as you work together to create a meal in George Read II's old- fashioned kitchen using historic techniques.
Taking advantage of modern supermarkets brimming with fresh produce and meats year round, you will prepare a meal that would have been unimaginable in a 19th century winter -a sumptuous feast featuring our favorite recipes from the past!
	Trained open hearth specialists will guide you in creating and preparing a meal using cooking devices such as a reflecting oven, spider, suspended kettle, and, of course, plenty of red hot coals!
Once your meal has been completed, feast on the fruits of your labors in the Prohibition-era tap room installed by Philip and Lydia Laird, third owners of the Read House.
These workshops are totally hands-on, with trained open-hearth specialists on hand to provide guidance and commentary throughout the program. If you are interested in signing up for one of these The Cook not Mad" sessions, hurry, space is limited!
Call (302) 322-8411 for more information or to make reservations. Cost is $60 per person - $50 for HSD members Tour of the Read House is included. The Historical Society of Delaware's Read House & Gardens is located at 42 The Strand, New Castle, Delaware