The trip was more than I expected. My wife and I have been on many food tours before this, but none have been as much fun. The tour was personalized for our tastes, Laurence is very friendly, and the atmosphere was more than comfortable! It felt like I spent the day cooking a meal with my own family. I would... More

Laurence of Market Foreys is an absolute joy to spend a day with! We started out at the Farmers Market, then over to an artisan cheese shop, then back to her beautiful home for an afternoon of cooking and enjoying new friends. Laurence pointed out many things at the Farmers Market that we were not familiar with. Along the way... More

When I read all the glowing reviews I was a little bit skeptical. Just didn't believe that so many people could be so enthralled with Market Forays, but now that I have experienced it first hand, I can't think of enough superlatives to add! Was an absolutely fun and full day. From the start at the Farmer's Market (looks like... More

Very informative. We learned about how to choose fish. We then went to the farmers market and selected the fresh ingredients and learned where the best places are to shop. Then off to the cheese market to pick out cheese. The whole day was fabulous and I plan on signing up again. More

My girlfriends & I were looking for something unique to do. This class was absolutely wonderful! I've participated in a lot of market/cooking class but by far, I had the most fun at this one. I loved learning about my local California sourced products. We went to the docks to pick up the hugest Spot Prawns I have ever seen.... More

I recently sent this email to Chef Laurence to thank her for my wonderful birthday party... Dear Laurence, The two Market Forays classes I shared with you in 2009 were two great days in my life!! I was a friend at your table, (and my husband Jim and BFF Aletha) and it was LOVE at first bite for all of... More

Laurence's class is a wonderful experience and education. The trips to markets and food vendors is educational and fun. The colors, smells, textures of the markets along with Laurence's knowledge makes for a wonderful day. The cooking class was set in a beautiful home and everyone learns food prep, cooking techniques and presentation. It is a full day that goes... More

My girlfriends and I had a fabulous day visiting the Santa Barbara fish market for fresh crab and halibut, then to the local Farmer's market for beautiful vegetables and exquisite local apricots plus a trip to the local cheese store. It was a foodie's delight. Laurence is a wonderful teacher who believes having fun and sipping wine go together with... More

It was such an incredible day. We picked out the rock lobster on the pier, went to the fish market for fresh (just caught) King Salmon, to the farmers market (the nicest I have ever been to), to the cheese shop and to Laurence's for cook and eat. The participants were interesting and participated to the fullest. It was a... More