Do I need any prior baking experience?

No prior experience is required; the workshop is designed for all skill levels.

Are ingredients provided or should I bring my own?

All ingredients and baking supplies are provided by Lavender Hill Farm.

Can I customize my pies with different fillings?

Yes! You’ll have options to choose from various seasonal fillings during the workshop.

Is the workshop suitable for children?

Yes, children aged 10 and up can participate, but children should be accompanied by an adult.

How many pies will I make?

You will make and bake two mini pies to take home.

What should I bring to the workshop?

Bring comfortable clothes, an apron if you have one, and a container to transport your pies safely.

Perfect Pies Workshop in Boyne City, Michigan | Workshop | Cooking Class

Experience the joy of homemade pie-making with "Perfect Pies," a private hands-on workshop led by Suzie, a pie-making expert with more than 25 years of experience. Located at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City, Michigan, this unique adventure combines creativity and culinary skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. You'll start by learning the secrets to crafting the perfect pie crust—from mixing to rolling—followed by discovering how to prepare delicious fillings using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Each participant assembles their own mini pies, baking them to golden perfection to take home and share. Suzie’s personal stories and tips add a heartfelt touch to the workshop, making it not just educational but memorable. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your baking craft, this private experience offers a fantastic way to immerse yourself in local food traditions while enjoying the peaceful farm surroundings. It is an ideal activity for food lovers, families, or friends wanting a deliciously different day out near beautiful Northern Michigan.

About Lavender Hill Farm

Lavender Hill Farm, located in Boyne City, Michigan, operates as a farm-based events venue offering hands-on workshops and seasonal gatherings. The farm hosts a rotating schedule of creative experiences, including pottery painting sessions—stoneware mugs, beach plates, and pie plates or loaf pans—led by Cottage Pottery instructors. Most pottery workshops provide all materials and yield functional stoneware pieces.

Floral design offerings are led by florist Sydney Wormell and include a Sunflower Floral Design session and Dried Floral Wreath Workshops scheduled for June 30 and August 13. The wreath workshop focuses on an 18-inch wreath made with eucalyptus and dried flowers. Painting classes feature professional artist Daniel Duncan with guided instruction to complete an 11x14 canvas; all painting supplies are provided. Driftwood Art workshops, guided by Jen Barratt, use real driftwood for nature-inspired creations.

Lavender Hill Farm also programs community events in and around the Red Barn, including candlelight yoga with a concluding sound bath, and themed movie nights such as Twilight and Wicked shown under the barn’s rafters. Movie nights often include lawn games and a BYO beverage option. Activities are presented as accessible to a range of skill levels and are positioned to promote creativity, mindfulness, and relaxed social connection.

Visitors are encouraged to review specific event listings for dates, times, and registration details. Lavender Hill Farm’s combination of named instructors, scheduled workshops, and the Red Barn setting provides a predictable, workshop-focused experience for individuals and small groups. Booking availability and specific instructor information are listed on event pages online.