Roots 657

06/11/2026

Many of you know us from our years at Roots 657, and while the restaurant chapter has evolved, our passion for food, hospitality, and teaching continues every day at Forklift Virginia.

One of the most rewarding things we do is introduce young people to cooking through our culinary camps. Watching kids learn new skills, gain confidence, and create amazing dishes from scratch is something our team looks forward to every summer.

Our first Kids' Summer Culinary Camp (June 22–26) is now down to just 4 spots remaining, and our next two camp sessions are also filling up quickly.

Throughout the week, campers learn knife skills, kitchen safety, baking, pizza making, global cuisines, and more—all while having fun in a professional culinary environment.

A heartfelt thank you to the many families who have supported us over the years, from Roots 657 to Forklift Virginia. We love seeing familiar faces return and welcoming new ones into our culinary community.

If you know a young aspiring chef, we'd love to have them join us this summer.

📅 June 22–26, 2026
📍 Forklift Virginia, Leesburg
👨‍🍳 Ages 10+

Registration details can be found here:
https://richrosendaleshop.com/collections/classes

04/13/2026

We’re excited to introduce our next hands-on class at FORKLIFT VIRGINIA:
Elevated Italian Summer Dinner
June 18 • 6:00–9:00 PM
Join Rich Rosendale for an interactive evening focused on fresh pasta, seasonal ingredients, and modern Italian techniques.
Guests will prepare and enjoy a multi-course dinner featuring:
    •    Handmade corn & ricotta tortellini
    •    Shrimp scampi
    •    Roasted lemon herb chicken
    •    Seasonal bruschetta and more
This is a relaxed, small-group experience—designed to feel like a night out, not just a class.
Spots are limited.
👉 Reserve your seat:
www.richrosendaleshop.com

04/11/2026

🎉 What an incredible start to our 2026 Kids’ Culinary Camp season!

Our first session was a huge success, packed with energy, hands-on learning, and so many proud young chefs stepping up in the kitchen 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳 Huge congratulations to all of our participants!

Parents, if you missed the first class, don’t worry… but now is the time to act.

🚨 We only have a few sessions remaining this year, and they are filling up quickly:

📅 June 22–26
📅 July 13–17
📅 August 3–7

📍 Forklift Virginia | DC Metro Area

These camps are more than just cooking—they build confidence, creativity, and real culinary skills in a fun, professional environment with Chef Rich Rosendale and team.

⚠️ Limited spots available—once they’re gone, they’re gone.

👉 Secure your child’s spot today:
https://richrosendaleshop.com/collections/classes

Let’s make this a summer they’ll never forget 🔥

04/05/2026

We’re excited to introduce a new series of hands-on culinary experiences at FORKLIFT VIRGINIA, led by Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale.
Join us for an evening of great food, technique, and connection with our Meet Chef Rosendale cooking classes. Each class is designed to be approachable, interactive, and centered around real skills you can bring into your own kitchen.
Our upcoming class, Sous Vide Secrets, focuses on one of the most powerful techniques used in professional kitchens today, teaching you how to cook steak, fish, and vegetables with precision and consistency at home.
Guests will cook alongside Chef Rosendale and enjoy a full dinner featuring the dishes prepared during the class.
We’ll also be adding additional classes this summer, including an elevated Italian workshop and a steakhouse secrets experience.
Spots are limited for each class.
👉 View upcoming classes and reserve your seat: Www.richrosendaleshop.com

Sous Vide Secrets: Cook Like a Pro at Home Thursday, April 30th, 20266:00 PM – 9:00 PM Discover the technique chefs rely on for perfect results every time. This hands-on sous vide workshop will guide you through precision cooking at home—teaching you how to achieve restaurant-quality texture, fl...

03/12/2026

Just weeks away from our first Kids Culinary Camp of the year! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

This Spring Break, young chefs (ages 10+) step into the kitchen at Forklift Virginia for a week of hands-on culinary training taught by the Rosendale Events team of professional chefs.

Campers will learn knife skills, pasta making, baking, global flavors, and real kitchen techniques in a professional culinary environment. Chef Rich Rosendale will join on the final day for graduation.

Spots are limited.
Register here for full details:
https://richrosendaleshop.com/collections/classes/products/spring-break-kids-culinary-camp-march-30-april-3-2026-forklift-virginia

📍 Forklift Virginia | Leesburg, VA

03/05/2026

Breakfast catering is now available.
Order online at roots657catering.com or through EZ Cater for easy workplace ordering.
Planning a larger gathering? Full-service breakfast catering is also available with Rosendale Events
Details at
roots657catering.com
rosendaleeventsnova.com

03/03/2026

ROSENDALE EVENTS
Neapolitan Pizza Workshop: Master the Dough
There’s pizza — and then there’s true Neapolitan pizza.
On March 13, step into the technique, tradition, and precision behind Italy’s most iconic dish through a chef-driven, hands-on experience designed to elevate the way you cook at home.
📍 Forklift Virginia
📅 March 13, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:30 PM
This immersive workshop goes beyond toppings. You’ll master the science behind:
• Fermentation, hydration, and gluten development
• Proper mixing, kneading, and proofing
• Hand-stretching dough (no rolling pins)
• Building beautifully balanced pizzas with premium ingredients
Then you’ll sit down to enjoy what you’ve created:
Classic Margherita
Prosciutto & Arugula
Hot Honey Soppressata
Fresh mixed green salad
A sweet finish
Every guest receives chef-led instruction, a full dinner experience, take-home recipes, and all tools and ingredients provided.

03/03/2026

ROSENDALE EVENTS
Spring Break Kids Culinary Camp
March 30 – April 3, 2026
Forklift Virginia
This Spring Break, give your young chef more than a week off — give them a week of real culinary skill-building.
At Forklift Virginia, aspiring chefs (ages 10+) step into a professional kitchen environment guided by the standards and leadership of Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale and his culinary team.
Throughout the week, campers work independently at their own stations while learning foundational techniques that build confidence for life.
What They’ll Master:
• Kitchen safety and knife skills certification
• Pasta-making and classic Italian sauces
• Global flavor exploration
• Yeasted doughs and pizza fundamentals
• Scratch baking and pastry techniques
• Teamwork, organization, and professional kitchen etiquette
Each day introduces a new culinary theme — from Tex-Mex favorites and Mediterranean flavors to handmade pasta, pizza, and pastry fundamentals.
The week concludes with a graduation celebration and certificate presentation.
Camp Details
Dates: March 30 – April 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Early Drop-Off: 8:00 AM (+$50/week)
Late Pick-Up: 4:00 PM (+$50/week)
Location: Forklift Virginia
75 Lawson Rd SE, Unit 109
Leesburg, VA 20175
Ages: 10+
Tuition: $450 per student
Lunch and snacks provided daily. Recipe packet and graduation certificate included.
Due to menu structure and kitchen format, dietary substitutions are not available for this session.
Spots are intentionally limited to maintain a high-quality, hands-on experience.
Register at www.richrosendaleshop.com under Culinary Education.

02/26/2026

🔥 Neapolitan Pizza Workshop: Master the Dough 🔥
📍 Forklift Virginia | 📅 March 13, 2026 | 🕕 6:00–8:30 PM
Ready to make true Neapolitan pizza from scratch — the way it’s done in Italy? 🍕✨
Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop where you’ll master the art (and science!) behind perfectly blistered, restaurant-quality pizza in your own home oven.
This technique-focused experience dives deep into:
✔️ Fermentation, hydration & gluten development
✔️ Mixing, kneading & proofing your own dough
✔️ Hand-stretching (no rolling pins allowed!)
✔️ Building balanced, flavor-packed pizzas with premium ingredients
You’ll create and enjoy:
🍅 Classic Margherita
🥓 Prosciutto & Arugula
🌶 Hot Honey Soppressata
🥗 Fresh mixed green salad
🍰 A sweet bite to finish
Every guest receives chef-led instruction, a full dinner experience, a take-home recipe packet, and all tools + ingredients provided. Just bring your appetite and love for great pizza!
📍 Forklift – 75 Lawson Rd SE, Unit 109, Leesburg, VA
🅿️ Free onsite parking
👥 Ages 16+ | 10–18 guests
💲 $145 per person | $275 for two
Whether you’re a passionate home cook or just obsessed with great pizza, this workshop will change the way you bake forever.
Spots are limited — tag your pizza partner and grab your seats! 🍕🔥

02/06/2026

Our Sushi Date Night at FORKLIFT Virginia is happening next week, and we’re looking forward to welcoming guests into the kitchen for this hands-on evening experience.

This interactive class is led by the FORKLIFT culinary team and designed for couples to cook, learn, and enjoy a full sushi dinner together in a relaxed, professional setting.

📅 Friday, February 13
⏰ 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 Leesburg, VA
💲 $150 per person | $300 per couple
⚠️ Limited spots available

If you’re also looking for a venue to host private classes, team building events, culinary demos, or special gatherings, visit our website to learn more about renting FORKLIFT.

We look forward to cooking with you. https://richrosendaleshop.com/collections/classes/products/sushi-workshop-handmade-date-night-dinner-february-13th-forklift