"And the day came when the risk it took to remain
tight inside the bud was more painful than the
risk it took to blossom." —Anais Nin

Springtime, 2008: The moment to cross the bridge between the old and new has arrived at Patty James Cooking School. We anticipated a transitional period of a few months between our announcement that the School would close until it actually did.

But: "Luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity!"

Patty James Cooking School officially closed it's doors on April 7, 2008. "For some time," says Patty, "I have dreamed of owning a ranch in southern Oregon, where I would hold residential cooking retreats, workshops and practicums that blend the science of organic herb and vegetable cultivation with the art whole foods cookery."

"As bees gather honey, so we collect what is sweetest out of all things and build..."
—Rainer Maria Rilke

Beginning in May, 2008, Patty James Cooking School's new home is the Applegate Valley about 40 minutes from Ashland in Southern Oregon. "The past two years in my life and business have been abundant with new people, business connections and teaching inspirations. The ranch and it's land met my vision in every way. Now, I am preparing to begin cooking classes, nutritional consultations and weeklong retreats each month."

"We all take different paths in life and no matter where we go, we take a little of each other along with us. I am thankful for all of my mentors, supporters, students, young and old, and even the challenges I've encountered in running the School in Sebastopol. Everything added up to what I am now building and I welcome each of you to stay in touch through my website and blog, as the new unfolds and the school begins to operate this summer!"

In good health, and with gratitude and respect,

Patty

TBA: Patty's availability for private events including corporate cooking and team building classes, motivational lectures and menu development will be announced soon. Please CONTACT US with your questions or event dates for consideration.

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Testimonials

From Bill Clinton April 2007 Dear Patty: Thank you for coming to my office and speaking to the current intern program. It was very thoughtful of you to provide your insight and perspective again, and I heard it was a great experience for the interns, as well as for the staff members who had the opportunity to attend. You were kind to share your time with them, and I appreciate your generosity. Thanks again, and all the best to you. Sincerely, Bill Clinton Patty James spoke with Hawthorn Health and Nutrition Institute students and shared some delightful cooking tips, techniques and delicious recipes. Not only is Patty a wonderful cook, her teaching style is high energy, fun, and sprinkled with wonderful information. Patty James is a terrific whole foods cookery resource. If you or your children want a delightful experience or lear more about the art of whole foods cooking, I encourage you to call Patty James at her Sebastopol California Cooking School. —Paula Hawthorn Institute Thank you for a most enjoyable and informative cooking class. You are an energetic, dynamic, inspiring and knowledgeable teacher. I learned a lot through your multi-pronged approach that served to stimulate all of my visual, hearing, smell, taste, and tactile senses. It was fun, easy to understand, and well worth my time and the cost. —Valerie

CLIENTS SPEAK February, 11, 2008 Dear Patty, The French Brunch class was absolutely wonderful!!! Thank you so very much for making it available. I absolutely LOVED it and it was really nice getting to meet you! I will definitely be telling everyone about your school and will be taking more classes, too. Thank you so very much, Patty! —Patsy   After I received a diagnosis of pre diabetes, I happened to see Patty the very next day, and she immediately made recommendations to keep my blood sugar more stable. After going through my required pre diabetic classes and meal planning classes, I arranged a Nutritional Consultation with Patty to enhance my chances of keeping my blood sugar within normal range. I have since had a second consultation with Patty to follow up and learn more of what I can do. Since learning of my diagnosis in late September, my last 2 three- month blood tests have been in the totally normal range as I continue to follow my new way of life. Patty is an empathic, warm-hearted, nutrition-knowledgeable individual who had my best interests at heart at a very vulnerable time and when my health was in a compromised state. I feel very fortunate to have been able to learn from her expertise. —Marilyn

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