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Join us for our classic distillery tour, getting an inside-look at every step of the production process

Learn the Fine Art of Wine Tasting and Wine Appreciation. Join us for an exciting evening of fine wine & good times as you learn the delicate art of wine tasting! For budding wine enthusiasts, this workshop is designed to help you cultivate your palate & expand your "wine vocabulary." Learn to swirl, sniff and sip like a pro. Taste several...

Wine Tasting: Get to Know Your Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Malbec Learning your grapes is the first step to understanding wine, just like learning your colors is a first step to understanding painted artwork.  But in the same way that blue may be sky blue, aqua or navy and still be blue, each grape expresses various...

Enjoying wine with food is one of our favorite pastimes, but understanding how to unite the two can be a challenge. We're going to take the guesswork out of pairing wine with food in this special demonstration class featuring Spanish wines and tapas, so you can wow your guests at your next dinner party.  From bright, bubbly Cava to spicy Rosado...

In this class you will learn: History, distilling and properties of liquor Tasting of varietals Discussion of paring possibilities Spirit specific cocktails

Experience the fine art of wine making as we take you through the step-by-step procedure of making your first varietal wine. Chardonnay to Estate grown Cabernet can be made. Wines are made in class with our equipment and guidance in the first of this two-session class. Fermentation is conducted in our temperature controlled cellar and is overseen...

Who says you can't cook pizza on the grill? Get that delicious, wood-fired flavor in your own backyard after this grilling demonstration class on our outdoor patio. Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served.  Menu: Chopped Salad with Grilled Radicchio, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese and Lemon Vinaigrette Whole Wheat...

Come enjoy an Italian-inspired brunch on our outdoor patio that surpasses all others in this demonstration class! Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served.  Menu: Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nut Gremolata Grilled Romaine Salad with Crispy Pancetta and Parmesan Grilled ...

The ultimate summer grilling experience! Grilling shellfish on gas and charcoal grills is not only possible, it's approachable and delicious! We'll take all of the anxiety out of the equation by teaching you how and where to purchase shellfish, and how to masterfully cook it up to perfection over an open fire. This menu just happens to be gluten...

Learn the secrets of successful flavor combinations! Learn to make sense of your sense of taste in this interactive demonstration class that focuses on the dialogue between the chef and student, creating an enriching experience loaded with information. With stronger olfactory awareness, you can become a creative cook inspired by your own palate instead...

Dust off your grill and learn techniques, tips, tools and tastes that will put you ahead of the BBQ pack. Menu: Grilled Pizza with Asparagus and Goat Cheese Sweet and Spicy Barbecued Chicken Sirloin Sliders with Grilled Onions and Creamy Horseradish Mayonnaise Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Dill Butter Skills Covered in Class Include: ...

If you’ve never heard of or cooked with Fenugreek (also known as Mehti Leaves), you’ve been missing out on a LOT of flavor and health benefits! We’ll learn the many ways Fenugreek is good for you, how to grow it in your home all year long and how to make 3 gluten-free recipes that have Fenugreek as their main ingredient: Fenugreek Pancakes...

Join us for a new and exciting culinary experience designed to jump start your culinary journey. Our experienced chef will teach you the fundamentals of how to confidently make better decisions in the kitchen, cook delicious meals by opening your taste buds, and explore the basic science and techniques all cooks should know. You'll spend time honing...

Have you always wondered what it would be like to go to culinary school? The Chopping Block's Culinary Boot Camp 1 gives you a taste of a professional culinary program without the lengthy time commitment or heavy financial burden. We are the ONLY recreational cooking school that offers this type of culinary foundation and education without attending...