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August 29—August 29, 2026

AN INTERACTIVE CULINARY & WINE EXPERIENCE

AN INTERACTIVE CULINARY & WINE EXPERIENCE

$155.00
$155.00
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August 29, 2026

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 P.M.

Discover the uniquely curated brand of culinary and lifestyle learning offered at Eastman House Va., an enchanting home located in the heart of Appalachia. 

Join Chef Missy & Thomas, French Magnolia brand, and Eastman House Owner, Nancy Wall Hopkins for: 

•A two-hour interactive culinary and wine experience as Chef Missy teaches how to prepare one of French Magnolia's signature dishes, Poisson en Papillote, paired with one of the French Cuisine's most elegant and classic sauces, Beurre Blanc.

•Thomas will lead a lively discussion on thoughtfully selected wine pairings.

•At Noon, we'll sit down together at a beautiful table set by Nancy as we savor the meal we've created. 

Note: Chef Missy is the Emmy Award-winning creator, host, writer, and producer of the acclaimed PBS series French Magnolia and Founder & Culinary Director of the French Magnolia  brand. For more than 25 years, she and Thomas have welcomed guests to the table through luxury culinary experiences. Although Chef Missy and Thomas have spent decades teaching through television and private culinary experiences, they rarely offer pubic hands-on classes. This event is not to be missed. 

Event Price: $155 / person, Limited to 16 Attendees. 

Lodging is Separate. Special Lodging Rate Available at The Bristol Hotel. Ask for Eastman House Workshop Rate.

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YOUR HOST

Nancy Wall Hopkins

Meet Nancy Hopkins—curator of culinary creativity. With over 30 years of expertise in the Food & Entertaining arena, Nancy brings a wealth of experience and passion to Eastman House events. She is the visionary for all events and draws on her illustrious career with Better Homes & Gardens magazine and brand. 

FULL SCHEDULE

Saturday


10:00 A.M. - NOON 

EASTMAN HOUSE

Join us for an interactive culinary and wine experience with Emmy Award-winning Chef Missy and Thomas of French Magnolia. Roll up your sleeves and gather around the table as we prepare one of French Magnolia's signature dishes together. Chef Missy will guide you step-by-step through the art of creating her beloved Poisson en Papillote, paired with one of French cuisine's most elegant-and deceptively challenging-classic sauces, Beurre Blanc..

Thomas will lead a lively discussion on thoughtfully selected wine pairings, sharing stories and practical tips that will elevate your enjoyment of food and wine long after the afternoon is over. 

NOON - 1:00 P.M. 

We'll sit down together to savor the meal we've created, sharing conversation, laughter, and memories made around the table. Although Chef Missy & Thomas have spent decades teaching through television, hospitality, and private culinary experiences, they only occasionally offers public hands-on classes, making this a truly special occasion. Cut. Build. Fold. Whisk. Clink

YOUR HOSTS

Chef Missy and Thomas

Chef Missy is the Emmy Award-winning creator, host, writer, and producer of the acclaimed PBS series French Magnolia Cooks and Founder & Culinary Director of the French Magnolia brand. For more than 25 years, she and Thomas have welcomed guests to the table through luxury culinary experiences, executing more than 1,500 curated chef's tables and serving over 10,000 guests. Together, they believe the best meals are never simply about recipes-they're about hospitality, conversation, and creating memories that linger long after the last bite.