Food & Wine
HISTORICAL AND ARCHITECTURAL TOUR AND DINNER IN CHINATOWN Elliot Savitzky | Culinary Instructor, Chinatown Expert
The tour includes the history of Chinatown from 1840’s till today and the major events that impacted its development. The history can be traced by observing its architecture, anywhere from Anglo-Saxon brick buildings to the art deco style incorporated into the garment district office buildings. The walking tour will take 1 hour and 15 minutes and followed by dinner in Chinatown. The tour will convene at Pai Fung Arch at the end of Beach Street in front of the Hot Pot Buffet restaurant. The Tuition includes the cost of dinner, soft drinks, taxes, and tip. The instructor will send a welcome information package via email one day prior to the class. C O U R S E C O D E : C H TC Sec. 01: Thursday, 6-9pm. Oct. 7 | $100
WINE, BEER & SPIRITS BASIC MIXOLOGY Brendan O’Toole | Beer Specialist and Spirit Professional
Anyone can mix! Through hands-on mixing and tasting, you will learn proper cocktail techniques. We’ll make different drinks based on different techniques and a different base spirit: vodka, gin, and whiskey. You will make a variety of cocktails and taste your own creations. C O U R S E C O D E : M I XO Sec. 01: Friday, 7-9pm. Sep. 17 | $100
HOLIDAY COCKTAILS: MIXING AND TASTING Anthony Martinez | Food & Beverage Manager, The Charles Hotel
Let’s brighten up your holiday party with some fun and delicious cocktails. Join Anthony, food and beverage manager of the Charles Hotel and learn different mixing techniques to make holiday craft cocktails. We will talk about different spirits for cocktails and how to incorporate fresh ingredients, cordials, and fruits to make your drinks fun, delicious, and unique. COURSE CODE: HMIX Sec. 01: Thursday, 7-9pm. Dec. 16 | $85
WINETASTING: A BEGINNER’S SAMPLER John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator
Uncertain as to the difference between Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, Chianti and Cabernet, Burgundy and Barossa? Join us to learn how to distinguish between wine styles, grape varieties, and regions. We’ll discuss how to buy wine at all price points, how to taste wine to get the most out of every glass, what makes a New World wine different from the same type of wine produced in France or Italy, and the best food pairings for different wine styles. COURSE CODE: WSAM Sec. 01: 2 Fridays, 7-9pm. Oct. 22 & 29 | $170
DATE NIGHT: BEGINNER WINE AND CHEESE TASTING ONLINE CLASS WITH A TASTING KIT PICKUP Dagmar Smith | Chef, Graduate of Cambridge School of Culinary Art
Let’s spend a fun evening tasting wines and appetizers. We’ll sample red and white wines as well as unique nibbles including several artisan cheeses. You’ll learn about how to taste and how to best enjoy them. To enhance the experience of learning and tasting, this online interactive class includes the wine and cheese tasting kit. Each pair will pick up the sampling kit at CCAE, 56 Brattle Street, Cambridge on Wednesday, November 3 from 5-6pm. The online session will be on Zoom on Saturday, November 6 from 7-8:30pm. The tuition includes the tasting kit for 2 people. The tuition is per pair. The registration will be closed on Monday, November 1 at 6pm. COURSE CODE: WINC Sec. 01: Saturday, 7-8:30pm. Nov. 6 | $140
FRENCH WINE TOUR Steve Hoffman | Wine Educator
Join us for a whirlwind tour of some of the premier wine-producing regions of France. While we taste different French wines, we’ll talk about the history of French wine production in different regions including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhone, the Loire Valley, Alsace, or Languedoc, as well as lesser-known regions. You’ll learn what to look for on a wine label and how to choose a wine that works well with your favorite dish. COURSE CODE: FWNT Sec. 01: Thursday, 7-9pm. Sep. 23 | $100
WINES OF CALIFORNIA Steve Hoffman | Wine Educator
Discover the distinctive flavors and bouquets of California wines in this fun and informative class. Along the way, we’ll discuss what makes each varietal unique, what makes California wines special, and how you can make smart wine selections to enjoy at home. We’ll also discuss wine making, cellaring, wine and food combinations and serving. COURSE CODE: WICA Sec. 01: Thursday, 7-9pm. Oct. 14 | $100
WINES OF THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE John Fiola | Diploma WSET, Certified Wine Educator
In recent years, wines from southern hemisphere countries such as Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand have evolved into high quality wines that are relatively inexpensive. Join us as we explore the wines from the southern hemisphere. We’ll taste and explore what makes them unique. COURSE CODE: WSHE Sec. 01: Friday, 7-9pm. Dec. 10 | $100
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