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Notice: La Paix is closed to the
public from July 19th, 2007 to September 15th, 2007 at which time it's
steward is hosting a Peace Walk of the Silver Labyrinth for the benefit
of the Peace Alliance. For more information on the Peace Walk on
Sept. 15th,
click here
Individual Workshops may be conducted at La Paix Herb Farm by request :
after September 15th, 2007. All workshops and tours
must be pre-registered and pre-paid for. Tours: $100. for
one to fifteen participants. (no refunds unless cancellation
made one week prior to scheduled event). Workshops without catered
luncheon: $500. for up to nine participants. (no refunds
unless cancellation made one week prior to scheduled event)Contact me for
open dates after September 15th, 2007
If your group would like to have a workshop on any of the following
topics,
Culinary Herbs
Medicinal Herbs
Fragrant Herbs - Distillation & Uses
Growing Herbs
Sanctuary in Your Garden
The Labyrinth
The Seven Sensations of Lavender
Why We Garden: Becoming One With Everything
or another workshop or tour of your Choosing
please email us or phone us
at (304) 269-7681
For details of some suggested workshops, see below.
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Announcing
A Workshop and Gourmet Luncheon:
Razzle Dazzle Basil
at La Paix
Saturday, May 26th, 2007
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For those who would like a
more private, personal time at La Paix before the Lavender Fair
- this may be what you were looking for!
The morning workshop will begin with herbal tea in the shop and
then an overview of culinary herbs growing at La Paix will be
conducted with a walk and a talk by steward, Myra Bonhage-Hale.
A booklet of culinary, medicinal and fragrant herbs, their
propagation, cultivation and uses will be given to
participants. Then back to the kitchen to see popular Chef
Geoff Kraus's demonstration.
Next, the gourmet luncheon (see column on right) will take place
in the historic parlor at La Paix or plein air (under the
umbrellas dotting the lawn) if the weather permits.
After lunch a walk in the Feng Shui, Fragrant and Vegetable
Garden will be conducted with an emphasis on medicinal and
fragrant herbs. Various plants including basil and
cuttings of Rosemary, lavender and thyme will be given each
guest. A hands on demonstration of making pesto will
have the group back in the kitchen and the day will end with a
walk in the Silver Labyrinth.
A truly marvelous, luxurious and one-of-a-kind day at La Paix.
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Menu
Roasted
shallot focaccia with black pepper and parmesan butter
Supremes de
Volaille a la crème rosmarin ~ a chicken breast recipe with
a creamy Rosemary and white wine sauce.
Grilled
Mediterranean vegetables with crumbled feta cheese, fresh basil
and
extra virgin olive oil
Lemon and Lavender mousse with Fresh berries
Sign Up Now!!
$100 per person
Limited to 9 participants
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Announcing
A Workshop and Gourmet Luncheon:
Heritage Herbs at La Paix
Saturday, October 14th: In
Celebration of the First National Herb Day, La Paix Herb Farm
will conduct a tour of the National Historic Landmark homestead
(aka May/Kraus Farm). A gourmet luncheon will be catered and
demonstrated by Chef Geof Kraus. The menu will focus on
the use of herbs in cooking. The workshop following the
luncheon will discuss the herbs used in the luncheon, their
propagation, cultivation, harvesting and uses. A booklet
detailing the herbs used will be given each guest.
Cuttings and potted culinary plants will be given each guest.
$100./person. Limited
to eleven reservations. You may pay by sending a check or
money order to La Paix Herb Farm, 3052 Crooked Run Rd., Alum
Bridge, W.V. 26321 or sign up online, or call in your credit card information to
(304) 269-7681.
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Menu
Red Bell Peppers with Black Pepper Cream Dip
Stuffed (Herbs & Mushroom pate) Sour Dough Rolls
Individual Lemon Thyme Roasted Game Hen
Creamy Goat Cheese Polenta
Lavender Wine Poached Pear
with Sweet Mascarpone |
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Menu
European Herb Salad
Chive Butter Bisque with Spatzel
Rosemary Flat Bread
Seared Fillet of Salmon with
Tarragon Mayonnaise on a Bed of
Roasted Roma Tomatoes and Steamed Green Beans
Caramelized Apple Tart with
Lavender Cream Custard
$ 100 per person. By reservation only: limited to eleven. Mail check to
La Paix Herb Farm,
3052 Crooked Run Rd.,
Alum Bridge, W.V. 26321
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Reservations closed!
Saturday, September 9th,
2006
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reservations closed!
$100. per participant - limited to 11. Make your reservations now
by mailing a check to La Paix Herb Farm, 3052 Crooked Run Rd., Alum
Bridge, West Virginia 26321. Or call me at (304) 269-7681 to
register by credit card.
Order Here when shopping
cart is available.
Myra Bonhage-Hale, the
steward of La Paix will conduct this all day workshop. The
lavender is scheduled to be blooming here again and participants will
harvest their own fresh lavender to make various crafts which they can
take home. A tour of La Paix's gardens and woods with emphasis on
growing lavender successfully in West Virginia will be followed by a
demonstration by Chef Geof Kraus* (of Lavender Creme Brule fame) who
will cater the gourmet luncheon. The afternoon will concentrate on
making various crafts with the lavender collected. A distillation
of lavender will also be conducted.
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Individual Workshops may be conducted at La Paix Herb Farm by request :
If your group would like to have a workshop on any of the following
topics,
Culinary Herbs
Medicinal Herbs
Fragrant Herbs - Distillation & Uses
Growing Herbs
Sanctuary in Your Garden
The Labyrinth
The Seven Sensations of Lavender
or another workshop or tour of your Choosing
please email us or phone us
at (304) 269-7681
For details of some suggested workshops, see below.
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Front
Yard of La Paix from Porch
July, 2003 and below:
Big Garden at La Paix 2002
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Saturday, April 17th, 2004
Basic Herbs: Choosing What to Grow &
Where
to Grow It: Planning Your Herb Garden
10
a.m. to 4 p.m. with Complimentary Lunch: $55.
For those just
beginning to enjoy herbs and those who may already have outgrown their
gardens, this workshop will focus on planning your Herb Garden based on
the herbs you will use in the kitchen, for aroma and
for medicinal
purposes. Each participant will plan an herb garden after learning
about various herbs and their uses.
Complimentary Lunch will feature
herbs grown at La Paix.
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2004
Culinary Herbs Featuring Garlic, the Herb of the
Year
Propagation of Culinary Herbs, Cultivation and Uses
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Complimentary Lunch: $55. We will
take cuttings of thyme, Rosemary and mints, seed basil and
sage, learn how to plant garlic. Bring six containers filled with potting soil to take your
cuttings and seeded pots home with you. The Complimentary Lunch will
feature basil, dill, garlic, thyme, Rosemary, mints and more.
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Edible Flower & Herb garnished Salad
(using organically grown vegetables from La Paix's gardens) served at
Edible Flower Workshop, La Paix Herb Farm circa 1998
photo and salad by
Kathleen Shannon O'Brien Hale |
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Saturday, June 19th & Sunday,
June 20th, 2004
The Second West Virginia Lavender Fair
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5.
Admission. Tour the gardens, sample the culinary treats, attend
workshops on making lavender wands, the Silver Labyrinth and more.
See Lavender Fair for
details. Executive Chef, Dale Hawkins caterer.
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Saturday, July 17th, 2004
Essential Oil Distillation &
Learning About Hydrosols (Floral Waters)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $55
registration with complimentary luncheon. Tour the gardens, learn
about La Paix's organic herbs, flowers, plants and trees used in the
distillery. Experience the distillation of a fragrant herb and learn about
hydrosols and essential oil uses in cosmetic, fragrance, medicinal
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Saturday, August 21st, 2004
Herb Basics
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $55. with
Complimentary Lunch. Participants will take a guided tour through La
Paix's display gardens and woods and learn about the diversity of plants
growing in their natural habitat. Uses of herbs will be discussed
and shown. Harvesting of garlic and other herbs will be
conducted. The Complimentary Lunch will feature both herbs and wild
edibles grown at La Paix.
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Saturday,
September 18th, 2004
Peace Day at La Paix Herb Farm*
Building Sanctuary in Your Garden
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $55. with
Complimentary Lunch. *Bring a Peace Offering
and receive $25. back from your Registration Fee! I want everyone
who wants to come to this special day to come. The Silver Labyrinth, the Feng Shui Garden,
lavender plantings and woods of La Paix will be featured in this day
dedicated to finding and keeping peace in your life. Learn how to
make a sanctuary in your garden. Walk the labyrinth, meditate in the
woods, learn how to listen to nature. Fundamentals of dowsing will
be described and practiced. The lunch will include herbal teas for
relieving stress and anxiety.
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| Kate, apprentice in 2001, and Helen,
apprentice in 2002, pose by the bathtub in the lavender and
fragrance garden, a wonderful place to relax. At the end of
the day, a bath may be drawn and strewn with fragrant lavender, Rosemary,
Lemon Balm and other herbs. Bathing there, looking at the beauty
around you is delightfully peaceful. |
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The Silver Labyrinth at
La Paix, late summer 2002. |
Pre-registration is required for all workshops, tours and visits.
Call La Paix at (304) 269-7681 or email
us. |
Workshops and tours for your group of seven or more
may be arranged by calling (304) 269-7681 or email. |
La Paix Herb Farm
3052 Alum Bridge, West Virginia, 26321
(304) 269-7681
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