Foods By Kathi Dameron of Canopy Rose Catering 850-539-7750

Cooking Classes for Spring 2011 in the Tallahassee, Florida Area

2011-03-30T16:54:00.000-05:00

Looking for recreational cooking classes in the Tallahassee / Havana area? Call Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company at 850-539-7750.

Here is a sample of one of the Spring 2011 Cooking Classes that is being offered:

Cooking Class Title: "One Secret Ingredient"

Cooking Class Description: Learn simple secrets and strategies for creating the wow this season with my most favorite product of all - Chai Tea. We'll be making light and luscious spring dips, trifles, pies and more!

Class Style: Demonstration, Hand's-On Participation and Sampling with Recipe Hand-Outs to take home.

Class Instructor: Kathi Bess (Kathi is a prize-winning chef, author, food columnist and owner of Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company.)

Cost: $35.00

For more information and to reserve your spot, call 850-539-7750 or email Kathi today.

Save Money This Christmas By Making Your Own Chocolate Gifts

2010-10-31T08:58:00.000-05:00

This Chocolate-Infused Cooking Class is a fabulous workshop for anyone who wants to begin making their own tempered chocolate candies. Before you know it you'll be making beautiful boutique chocolates with the gloss, snap, and artistry of a professional. Who knows you might even want to become a Chocolatier, too!

Class Format: Private / Semi-Private

Class Instructor: Kathi Bess, Independent Chocolatier Dove Chocolate Discoveries

Class Location: Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company in Havana, Florida

Workshop Dates: Monthly By Advance Reservation - your choice of a morning, afternoon or evening session

Required Materials: 1 Pro-Series Chocolate Tempering Unit, 1 Candy-Land Bundle, 1 Circle, Heart or Oval Magnetic Mold

Class Fee: $45.00 + advance order of required materials.
Tempering Unit        $299.00
Candy Land Bundle     54.00
Magnetic Mold            40.00
+ S/H + Tax

Sign Up For The Chocolate Drizzle

2010-10-30T11:33:00.000-05:00

I can't wait for the arrival of the November 2010 Newsletter - "The Chocolate Drizzle" from Dove Chocolate Discoveries!

There is something very exciting being revealed and it's being kept a big secret.

It comes out on November 1, 2010.

If you are not already receiving this short, sweet and seasonally-inspired treasure of recipes and entertaining tips, now is a GREAT time to sign up and you can do it right here.

Let's Make Baklava

2010-06-25T08:07:00.000-05:00

Follow along with Kathi as she demonstrates the steps to creating a delicious homemade Baklava dessert.

In this very hands-on Baklava Workshop you will learn how to make Baklava, the popular Greek pastry.

At the conclusion of the class you will go home with your very own pan of homemade baklava.

This class can be reserved for Bridal Showers, Team Building Events, etc.

Chocolate Tasting Parties, Events and Workshops

2010-06-18T14:13:00.001-05:00

What could be more delicious than a chocolate party! For more information on local Chocolate Tasting Parties, Chocolate Events and Chocolate Making Workshops contact Kathi Bess at 850-539-7750 or by email at canopyrose@aol.com

In Florida serving: Tallahassee, Havana, Quincy, Wakulla, Crawfordville, Sopchoppy, Monticello, Madison and other North Florida communities.

In Georgia serving: Thomasville, Bainbridge, Quitman, Valdosta, Cairo, Moultrie and other South Georgia rural communities.

Cooking Class Near Tallahassee, Florida

2010-02-07T07:02:00.000-05:00

Cooking Class Information

Cooking Class Title: Chocolate Kahlua Tiramisu Torte

Class Instructor: Kathi Bess

Location: The New Canopy Rose Catering Kitchen

Class Size: 6 Attendee Maximum

Learn the secrets to making the Canopy Rose's Chocolate Kahlua Tiramisu Torte, a fabulous multi-layered Canopy Rose original creation. This is a hands-on class utilizing demonstration and participation. Each class member will have the opportunity to make their own pan to take home with them. Class participants will receive instruction, culinary tips, class hand-outs, samples and a delicious dessert to take home!

To reserve a spot in this class, learn about additional cooking lessons or hire Canopy Rose for a catering job please contact Kathi Bess at 850-539-7750 or at canopyrose@aol.com

Seating is very limited and by ADVANCE RESERVATION only.

Price: $65.00

Looking for a GREAT Valentine's Gift for a loved one? How about a Cooking Class Gift Certificate?

April ~ May 2009 Catering Special

2009-04-21T13:51:00.003-05:00

Every month Canopy Rose Catering offers a $10.00 per person special.

For the months of April and May 2009 Canopy Rose is offering the following catering special:

Chicken Pilau

Garden Party Salad

Sweet & Jazzy Dressing

Bread of The Day

Dessert of The Day

Orders may be picked up from the Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company in historic downtown Havana, Florida. (Advance order required)

We also offer delivery services to Tallahassee, Quincy, Midway, Monticello, Wakulla, Crawfordville, Thomasville Ga, Bainbridge Ga, etc.

For more information please call the catering office at 850-539-7750 or visit the catering website.

Catering From Casual Chic to Elegant Soirees By Canopy Rose

2009-04-21T13:36:00.002-05:00

Planning a wedding or other special event in North Florida or South Georgia?

Canopy Rose Catering has been tantalizing tastebuds with fresh, beautiful, and delicious dishes since the early 1990's.

Whether your function calls for an entertaining style based on casual chic or an elite elegance or somewhere inbetween, Canopy Rose has you covered!

Discover the difference that a culinary arts expert can make! For more information on the catering services provided by this popular caterer please visit the Canopy Rose website today.

Where can you find recreational cooking classes in Tallahassee?

2009-01-12T07:42:00.002-05:00

The Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company offers private, semi-private and group cooking classes.

Located a short drive from Tallahassee, Florida in the quaint and historic town of Havana, Florida. Distance from the Publix at Capital Circle and Hwy. 27 is 7 miles.

Current Cooking Classes:

Sunday Afternoon Cooking Classes

Make and Take Classes where participants take home what they prepare in class.

Next Class: Sunday, January 18, 2009

Limited space. Please call 850-539-7750 or Email canopyrose@aol.com for more details.

Cooking with Canopy Rose ~ A Sunday Afternoon Cooking Class

2009-01-03T08:24:00.003-05:00

Don't miss the fun! We are kicking off the new year with a series of Sunday Afternoon Cooking Classes.

Here are the details!

Cooking Class Series: The Sunday Afternoon Cooking Classes at Canopy Rose

Date: Sunday, January 11, 2009

Time: 3:00 PM

Attendance in this class is by reservation only! Please call Canopy Rose at 850-539-7750 to check availability.

Cooking Class Description: In this class we will be learning the secrets for creating a favorite Tallahassee entree- The Popular Chicken Florentine Pasta Squares Casserole from Canopy Rose Catering.

Chef / Instructor: Kathi Dameron (Kathi is a food and entertaining writer, newspaper columnist, food stylist and the chef/ owner of Canopy Rose Catering.)

Class Format: This Make and Take Style Cooking Class includes both demonstration and hands-on instruction.

Participants will receive:

1. Make and Take Instruction (All participants will take home one pan of Chicken Florentine Pasta Squares that can be baked for immediate consumption or even frozen for a later date.)

2. Samples during class

3. Ingredients, disposable pan and plastic gloves for creating their own pan of food to take home at the conclusion of the class.

4. Recipe Hand-out

Cost: $99.50 and must be paid in full in advance of the class.

Space is limited! Call today to check on space availability.

Would you like to be on our cooking class mailing list?

Send your name, e-mail, phone and other contact info to: Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio & Catering Company www.canopyrose.com canopyrose@aol.com

Kathi Dameron To Teach A Series of Classes On How To Open & Operate Your Own Catering Business

2008-08-14T17:43:00.003-05:00

If you are passionate about parties and love to cook, perhaps a career as a caterer is right for you!

Get invaluable advice from an expert on everything that you need to know to open and operate a successful catering business.

The Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company will be running a series of classes on how to open your own catering business.

You'll discover:

1. How To decide if you would make a good caterer

2. What it takes to run a successful catering business

3. How to get started

4. How to deal with licensing, zoning, insurance and taxes

5. How to publicize your catering business

6. How to plan menus

7. How to order food and supplies

8. How to find great staff

9. How to keep food safe

10. How to grow your business

and much, much more!

This series will be taught by Kathi Dameron, the chef/ owner of Canopy Rose. Canopy Rose opened in 1994 in Tallahassee and soon grew to be one of the biggest and most popular catering businesses in North Florida. Clients included the Florida Governor's Mansion, the Florida Supreme Court, Former Secretary of State Katherine Harris and an impressive list of corporate, legislative, non-profit and private clients.

Interested applicants should send an e-mail to canopyrose@aol.com and describe why you would like to learn how to open your own catering business.

Enrollment in this series is very limited and by invitation only.

Join the fun at Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company ~ A Regional Center Blooming with Delicious Synergy ~ Cooking Classes, Workshops, Parties-To-Go, Special Food Events and Catering 850-539-7750 www.canopyrose.com

Catering on The Florida and Alabama Coast

2008-08-06T10:52:00.004-05:00

Dreaming of a Florida Beach Destination for your upcoming special event? But not able to find a caterer to prepare the type of food that you have in mind?

Wouldn't it be great to find a caterer and special event designer who will travel to you!

Canopy Rose, a licensed and insured Florida catering and special event company, caters all along the Florida coast and sometimes to other states, as well.

We specialize in:

Wedding Receptions

Rehearsal Dinners

Elegant Garden Parties & Beach Parties

Unique Theme Soirees

Special Event Writing Services & Publicity

A few of the locations we cater:
Destin, Sandestin, Seagrove Beach, Redfish Village, Santa Rosa Beach, Grayton Beach, Seaside, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Watercolor, Watersound, Hwy 30A, Hwy 98 West, Corillon Beach, Pensacola Beach, Nararre Beach, Panama City Beach, St. George Island, Apalachicola, Emerald Coast plus hundreds of other Gulf Coast or Atlantic Coast waterfront destinations.

For more information please contact Kathi Dameron at 850-539-7750.

Cooking Classes Near Tallahassee Florida

2008-08-01T11:07:00.002-05:00

The Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company in historic downtown Havana is putting together its line-up of fall cooking classes.

We would like your feedback! What type of classes are in you interested in signing up for this fall?

Please tell us what you would like to learn along with the times that are best for you to take a class.

Send this along with name, e-mail and phone number to canopyrose@aol.com if you would like to be on our mailing list.

Sunday Afternoon Cooking Classes at Canopy Rose in Downtown Havana, Florida

2008-07-12T14:38:00.007-05:00

We are starting a series of Sunday afternoon Greek Cooking Classes.

Come join the fun! Space is limited, so book early. Reservations required at least 4 days prior to class. For details click here.

For more information contact:

Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company
101 West Seventh Avenue
Havana, Florida 32333
850-539-7750
canopyrose@aol.com
http://www.canopyrose.com/

Havana is a short drive from Tallahassee. Just hop on Hwy 27. We are located on the corner of Hwy 27 and Seventh Avenue in the historic district.

Kathi Dameron Wins Award At Writer's Conference

2008-07-10T12:43:00.002-05:00

Food and entertaining writer, Kathi Dameron, won the Second Place Award in the Newspaper Article category at the 2008 Southern Christian Writer's Conference on June 21, 2008 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The winning article, "Simple Act of Sharing Food Can Truly Bring People Together" originally appeared in the Entertaining with Kathi column, a regular bi-weekly feature of the Northeast Chronicle. The Northeast Chronicle is a community publication of the Tallahassee Democrat.

Kathi Dameron is a Tallahassee-area caterer, event designer and teacher of cooking classes. She owns the Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company in historic downtown Havana, Florida.

Catch her column every other Thursday.

"Entertaining with Kathi- The Book" will be available for purchase in late 2008....just in time for the holiday season.

Corporate Event Launch Parties

2008-07-10T11:26:00.002-05:00

Next time you are planning a product launch or promotion why not think about offering one or more of the innovative and fabulous food stations by Canopy Rose, each station is custom-designed especially for you, by none other than, Canopy Rose's wonderfully talented event designer- Kathi Dameron. Kathi Dameron is the Tallahassee-area caterer and party planner who writes the food and entertaining column in the newspaper.

Who knows... Canopy Rose food stations just might be the secret ingredient that helps launch your product into the stratosphere.

Lobster-Stuffed Tenderloin of Beef

2008-06-10T19:25:00.004-05:00

Take two indulgent favorites: Maine Lobster and Beef Tenderloin.

Bring them together and you have the start of an exquisite dinner.

Whether you are looking for an elegant culinary centerpiece for a special family dinner or a holiday soiree... this idea is sure to please the most discriminating palate.

We are making this easy for you, too.

We are happy to offer three options:

1. Our basic recipe/ ingredient list for you to make on your own.

2. A private or group cooking class on how to make delicious stuffed tenderloins.

3. A specially prepared Lobster-Stuffed Tenderloin for your next party.

You pick!

Here is your complimentary recipe compliments of Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company:

Lobster-Stuffed Tenderloin of Beef

2- 4 oz. Maine Lobster tails

3 to 4 pounds whole beef tenderloin

1 tablespoon melted butter

1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

6 slices bacon

Special Sauce

1/2 cup green onions, sliced

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup white wine

1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

For further directions contact canopyrose@aol.com

It is never too early to start planning your next Tallahassee area holiday party!

Did you know that some party hosts book their caterer, venue, bartenders, entertainment and party rental supplies a year in advance?

It is true! Yes! Especially during the busy November and December party season.

But don't fret if you have not planned your Company Christmas Party yet! There is still time.

Call 850-539-7750.

Maybe You need An I-Strategist!

2008-04-30T15:11:00.003-05:00

My phone rings every week with someone attempting to sell me some form of advertising- radio, tv, newspaper, yellow page or coupons.

After having tried just about every possible form of advertising, I've come to the conclusion that most advertising is a waste of money. While there is tremendous value in the name recognition and branding that is built through continual exposure in the marketplace, a deep-pocket advertising budget is not realistic for many small businesses.

When a customer calls to inquire about my services, I always ask the question," How did you hear about us?" Almost always they respond by telling me of something that I was responsible for doing. Perhaps a great event that they attended that I catered, or word of mouth from a co-worker, friend or family member, or through the many i-strategies that I deposit out into the world wide web.

I am an I-Strategist. I love using the extraordinary power of the Internet to spread the word about great solutions and websites. I do this for my own company, Canopy Rose, and I can do it for yours through my other company, Kathi Dameron and Associates.

Need an innovative I-Strategist for your marketing campaign? Let's pow-wow! Kathi Dameron can be reached at 850-539-7750.

Entertaining with Kathi - The Book

2008-04-24T11:45:00.007-05:00

What's Kathi Dameron cooking up these days? In response to several requests, Kathi is compiling the last two years of her newspaper columns into a book that will be published and available for the 2008 Chistmas Shopping Season.

"Entertaining with Kathi" is a food and entertaining column that runs every other week in the Northeast Chronicle, a community publication of the Tallahassee Democrat newspaper.

The popular column features a tasteful blend of food memoirs, recipes and far-flung flavor jaunts around the globe.

Please join us in making "Entertaining with Kathi - The Book", a New York Times Bestseller!

This book is expected to sell-out in a New York minute and with a little help from you, enter the ranks of the bestselling list! Pre-reserve your copy today by simply sending an e-mail to canopyrose@aol.com with your contact information. Just indicate that you want to reserve a copy in the heading or call the offices of Canopy Rose at 850-539-7750. As a special thank you we'll send you an invitation to our "Entertaining with Kathi" Book Launch Party!

Strategic Internet Marketing

2008-04-21T22:05:00.005-05:00

Anyone who follows the work of Kathi Dameron recognizes that Kathi is a strategic internet marketer and publicist.!By incorporating her unique blend of strategies in a promotional campaign, uncommon results are sure to follow.

To learn more about the possibilities contact Kathi at 850-539-7750. She has a couple openings for strategic, synergistic partnerships.

Florida Political Fundraising BBQ Catering

2008-04-19T19:13:00.003-05:00

"Thank you, Kathi! Kudos to you and your staff for another fabulous event! The professionalism, expertise and positive can-do spirit of the Canopy Rose employees truly sets a bar of excellence to all capital- area caterers. I look forward to working with you on all of my husband's future political fundraisers and special events. " ... Excerpt from a handwritten note I received from the wife of one of Florida's top politicians.

I first met this couple in 1996 at an event that my company, Canopy Rose, catered at the Florida Governor's Mansion. Lawton Chiles was our state's governor then and I had the wonderful opportunity to cater at the Governor's Mansion on several different occasions.

If you are putting together a high-profile event, you should know the name Canopy Rose.

Canopy Rose is a seasoned professional catering and special event company that can handle the largest and most important events.

We love our barbecue around this part of the country! Casual or elegant cookout barbecues for hundreds or thousands of guests are a popular form of political fundraising catering in North Florida.

For menus, event design and orchestration that will have your guests swinging open their checkbooks in support of your presidential candidate, call on the professionals at Canopy Rose!

Finance receptions, luncheons, dinners and barbecues.

Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company
Contact Person: Kathi Dameron

101 West Seventh Avenue
Havana, Florida 32333
Office 850-539-7750
Cell Phone 850-228-0583

Canopy Rose is a DBPR State-Licensed and Fully-Insured Catering Company With Outstanding Credentials Serving The People of Florida.

Canopy Rose Presents A Taste of Tuscany October 6-14, 2008

2008-02-05T20:34:00.001-05:00

Canopy Rose To Sponsor WFSU / NPR Programs

2008-01-28T18:26:00.000-05:00

Beginning the week of January 28, 2008 the Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company in Havana, Florida will be sponsoring NPR Programs "Fresh Air" on Mondays and Fridays during lunch time and "Talk of The Nation" on Wednesday.

Canopy Rose has elected to support NPR because of the quality of its journalism, its significant public following and the value its listeners put on those organizations that sponsor its programs. Nearly 90% of NPR listeners say their opinion of a given company or organization becomes more positive when they hear that it has sponsored public radio; nearly 70% believe that NPR sponsors represent higher quality products and services; and more than 60% believe that NPR sponsors are more credible.

NPR has won every leading media award, often many times, including the George Foster Peabody Awards, one of the most prestigious honors for news organizations. NPR has won more than 40 Peabody's, as well as 20 Alfred I. DuPont Columbia University Awards.

We are committed to raising the visibility of the classes and workshops being offered at Canopy Rose.

To learn more about this exciting new center visit www.canopyrose.com or call us at 850-539-7750.

Food Styling by Kathi Dameron

2007-12-25T17:35:00.000-05:00

Photo 1: Tropical Shrimp Display By Kathi Dameron

Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio & Catering Company Moving Full Speed Ahead

2007-11-23T21:47:00.000-05:00

We are making GREAT progress on preparing our new facility in Havana, Florida and hope to open very soon at our beautiful new location on the corner of HWY 27 and Seventh Avenue for catering, cooking classes, etc.

Since we are opening during the holiday season, we have several dates currently available to cater your North Florida or South Georgia holiday party. Just give us a jingle and we will let you know if we can accomodate your party needs this year. If we can't help you on the date that you need a caterer, we will refer the name and phone numbers of some of our favorite caterers from this geographic region to you and perhaps they can help you.

This is the only time in all my many years of catering, that we have available dates in December and the only reason for that is because I was on a sabbatical of sorts and sat out a few holiday seasons while I pursued other creative interests. But I'm back, fully charged and ready to raise the bar on culinary and special event excellence in the Tallahassee and surrounding area.

So if you are looking for a caterer to furnish food for a relatively last minute party... call Canopy Rose Culinary Arts Studio and Catering Company and lets powwow!