Friday, October 10, 2025
11a - 3p
I am absolutely enamored by the historical foodways, customs and traditions of Appalachia. We have such an amazing wealth of history here in our area…and the food culture through the years is nothing short of fascinating. I hope you’ll join us today for this very special lunch cooking class with Amelia Golcheski, the Executive Director of the Cashiers Historical Society.
We will deep dive into our area’s history with Amelia and learn about the way these mountains influenced everything about the way folks farmed, ate, survived and shared meals. We will cook together for a couple of hours - while Amelia shares the stories behind the recipes - followed by a seated lunch of what we’ve prepared, accompanied by wine chosen by Abby (of course!)
A little bit about the Cashiers Historical Society:
Our mission is to preserve and share the history and culture of Cashiers Valley through education, advocacy, and stewardship. Throughout the year, CHS produces monthly educational programs, hosts school field trips, displays exhibits, and offers tours of the four historically significant buildings on CHS's campus
A little bit about Amelia:
Amelia Golcheski is the Executive Director of the Cashiers Historical Society. She received a BA in history from Agnes Scott College, an MA in public humanities from Brown University, and a PhD in Appalachian women's labor history at Emory University. Her research examines the role of women's care labor in shaping Appalachia following the War on Poverty. She examines how women became breadwinners by transitioning from providing unpaid care labor in the home to paid care labor in schools, clinics, and childcare facilities. In her role as Executive Director at CHS, Amelia has overseen the publication of two books about the history of Cashiers, a Symposium on the history of tourism on Cashiers's economy, developed a program about holiday traditions in southern Appalachia, and curated an exhibit on the High Hampton Inn. Amelia is passionate about local history and making that history widely accessible to the public.
This is a wine-included cooking class. We apologize but due to our permit, no outside alcohol is allowed on La Poste’s property.
Please be aware of La Poste’s cancellation policy before signing up.
La Poste’s kitchen is located on the second floor of a historic building. Taking a small flight of stairs to the second story is required to access the kitchen. I apologize that this may not be ideal for everyone. Please let me know if you’re unable to attend for this reason and I will do my best to help you find a time to attend class at the Barn.
Friday, October 10, 2025
11a - 3p
I am absolutely enamored by the historical foodways, customs and traditions of Appalachia. We have such an amazing wealth of history here in our area…and the food culture through the years is nothing short of fascinating. I hope you’ll join us today for this very special lunch cooking class with Amelia Golcheski, the Executive Director of the Cashiers Historical Society.
We will deep dive into our area’s history with Amelia and learn about the way these mountains influenced everything about the way folks farmed, ate, survived and shared meals. We will cook together for a couple of hours - while Amelia shares the stories behind the recipes - followed by a seated lunch of what we’ve prepared, accompanied by wine chosen by Abby (of course!)
A little bit about the Cashiers Historical Society:
Our mission is to preserve and share the history and culture of Cashiers Valley through education, advocacy, and stewardship. Throughout the year, CHS produces monthly educational programs, hosts school field trips, displays exhibits, and offers tours of the four historically significant buildings on CHS's campus
A little bit about Amelia:
Amelia Golcheski is the Executive Director of the Cashiers Historical Society. She received a BA in history from Agnes Scott College, an MA in public humanities from Brown University, and a PhD in Appalachian women's labor history at Emory University. Her research examines the role of women's care labor in shaping Appalachia following the War on Poverty. She examines how women became breadwinners by transitioning from providing unpaid care labor in the home to paid care labor in schools, clinics, and childcare facilities. In her role as Executive Director at CHS, Amelia has overseen the publication of two books about the history of Cashiers, a Symposium on the history of tourism on Cashiers's economy, developed a program about holiday traditions in southern Appalachia, and curated an exhibit on the High Hampton Inn. Amelia is passionate about local history and making that history widely accessible to the public.
This is a wine-included cooking class. We apologize but due to our permit, no outside alcohol is allowed on La Poste’s property.
Please be aware of La Poste’s cancellation policy before signing up.
La Poste’s kitchen is located on the second floor of a historic building. Taking a small flight of stairs to the second story is required to access the kitchen. I apologize that this may not be ideal for everyone. Please let me know if you’re unable to attend for this reason and I will do my best to help you find a time to attend class at the Barn.
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