Chef Ray's Gingerbread House Workshop!

Join Chef Ray in the Michael's On East ballroom for a hands-on Gingerbread House Workshop! ✨🏠🍭 One of Sarasota's most beloved holiday traditions is back—and it's bigger, sweeter, and more magical than ever! 🎄 Kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable morning at Michael's On East as Executive Pastry Chef Ray Lajoie hosts our annual Gingerbread House Workshop on Sunday, November 29, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. Watch Chef Ray bring holiday magic to life during a live decorating demonstration before creating your own masterpiece! Each child will receive a beautifully handcrafted, fully assembled gingerbread house ready to decorate with an overflowing candy buffet featuring endless sweet treats (yes... as much candy as you can imagine! 🍬✨). This festive experience is perfect for children, parents, grandparents, and friends looking to make cherished holiday memories together. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, lemonade, water, and potato chips, with a cash bar available for adults. 🎅 Admission: 🍭 $75 Gingerbread House Ticket – Includes one handcrafted gingerbread house to decorate ☕ $25 Additional Guest Ticket - does not include gingerbread house ✨ Family seating will be assigned together, making it easy to celebrate the season side by side. 🎁 This event sells out every year! Space is extremely limited, so reserve your seats today and start the holidays with a magical tradition your family will remember for years to come.