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Class schedule for February & March 2015!

February 7th

“For the love of Champagne”

$75

Do you just love the bubbles? Do you want to know more? Champagne is well, wonderful. Oenophiles have always talked about top Champagne with the same reverence they reserve for the finest wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The good stuff was too expensive and rarely seemed worth it, and the imitations served at weddings was, well, gross. Today, however, we are once again falling in love with Champagne. Shipments to the United States have been climbing steadily since 2009. One reason? Grower Champagne. For years, large producers who purchase grapes from across Champagne and aim to deliver a consistent product each year dominated the American market. Grower Champagne, by contrast, is made by the farmers who grow the grapes, and thanks to a few key importers and America’s growing obsession with knowing the source of our food, grower Champagne has been taking off. As more Champagne comes ashore, we are finally realizing that no other wine is as versatile. So this year, watch for retailers and sommeliers to start promoting Champagne as an affordable luxury that elevates even the simplest of dishes. Come join us for a tasteful exploration into this amazing wine and the cheeses that make them shine even brighter.

February 14th

Valentines Day with a special guest

$80

Valentines Night Cooking Class with Chef Paul
We had such great time last year we decided to do it again..so much more fun than dinner out and you might just learn a trick or too.  Come join Monica and Todd Brown as they welcome back Chef Paul to the 109 classroom for an intimate and fun evening of foods for the senses. Oysters, Champagne, beautiful cheeses and wines and a one on one chef’s demo with Chef Paul Desiano of Ridgefield Academy. 

Hand’s on interactive evening of dinner with instructed wine pairings with Chef Paul, Monica and Todd.

Oyster’s shucking with a celery yuzu ice
Beet Soup with goat cheese croutons
Beef Wellington with Kale Pops
Chocolate Blood Orange Mousse

February 21st

“Understanding the Movie” – “Chef”

$65

One of our favorite class series, get out of the kitchen and into a food truck with us as we bring the foods and beverages to life. “Chef” is a feel good movie with fun food and drink. We will explore and discuss the world of Cuban food through the eyes of a classically trained chef with a temper for

a food critic.

February 28th

Washed Rind Cheese & Wines that love them

$45

Stinky, pungent and delicious come explore the big cheeses with the beverages that can play nice with them…will it be the cider? beer? or wine ? who pairs the best.

March 8th

“Back to Beer”

Must be Booked through Wilton Continuing Education

Reconnect with your inner beer self. Beer and cheese and some snacks. This is a great way to learn a little about the craft beer explosion. If you need a PBR, just ask ahead and we will see what we can do. This class is being offered with the Wilton Continuing Ed

March 14th

Italy with wines from Artisan Wines

The little known grapes of Italy –

$65

This is an in-depth discussion and tasting of some Italy’s lesser-known grape varietals like Vermentino, Aglianico, Bombino Bianco, Pelaverga, and Timorasso. Taste the wines and regional cheeses with rock star, Jim Morrison and take the journey. Fall in love with Italy all over again.

March 21st
“A Look into Burgundy”

$75

with wines from Rosenthal Wines

One of our favorite importer brings us to one of our favorite regions. Burgundy is one of the most complex regions of France and our friend Michael from Rosenthal Wines has dedicated his life to the passion and understanding of Burgundy. Come spend a few hours and taste some of the wines and cheeses that make Burgundy so special.

March 28th

Cheeses from the Alps

$45

We are still in planning stages..more information coming soon