The Artisan Culinary Loft 2019

The Artisan Culinary Loft opened in April of 2017 with five cooking stations allowing up to six adults to work per station. Each is outfitted with 36” Wolf ranges, Sub Zero refrigerators, Wolf microwave drawers, touch-activated commercial-grade sinks, and all necessary equipment such as KitchenAid food processors and blenders. Though Nickel City Chef is no longer in production, the Loft has become a unique venue for private parties, corporate events, and educational classes. Most of which can be organized to be with a Nickel City Chef such as Adam Goetz of CraVing Restaurant or Krista Van Wagner.
Samantha Telaak is the Loft’s manager and says that the space is quite diverse in what it can be used for. She has helped plan intimate dinner parties with private chefs, bridal showers, cocktail parties, and wedding rehearsal dinners. Because of the ability to utilize the showroom area, a Loft party can accommodate up to 60 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 100 people for a cocktail party.
But the attraction for many is the lure of the kitchens. Along with the five island stations is a 22 by 6 foot “master island” of sorts with bar stool seating for up to 18 people. It is here that the “Chef’s Table” takes place, where a professional chef prepares a gourmet meal before guests, along with wine pairings.
It is gastronomic experiences such as this that set The Artisan Loft apart from other facilities, and according to Samantha, what you want to do with your event is really up to you. You can have the Loft bring in a professional chef or you can request to have your own. You might like a chef to prepare and serve your guests, or you may prefer to have a more interactive experience having guests prepare their own meal or a portion of it under the guidance of a chef. Maybe you would like the event to be completely catered. Maybe a corporate team-building event is what your business needs right now. Perhaps a girls-night cooking class and wine tasting is in order? It is all up to you. Samantha and her team can create an event to suit your needs.
Additionally, the Loft works with Independent Health and their division, Healthy Options, to host monthly nutritional cooking classes as well as customized private events. Independent Health brings a chef to teach cooking skills and meal preparation, while a nutritionist tweaks the recipes to make them more healthy and nutritious. These hands-on events are open to the public for a fee via registration through Independent Health, and are a reasonable way to experience the kitchens at the Loft.
To get back to business, a side effect of the Culinary Loft is the opportunity for people to experience and work with high-end appliances possibly for the first time. It also doesn’t hurt that to get to and exit the Loft you need to walk through the incredible showrooms. The Telaaks have managed to create a one of a kind business that enables people to enjoy what they sell in one of the most intimate of settings, a shared meal.
Come and see for yourself by visiting the showrooms. Business hours are Monday and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free parking and no appointment required.
If you are interested in hosting a party or event in the Artisan Loft, give Samantha Telaak a call at [phone].