Cheese Classes in NYC, New York

Whisky lovers rejoice! While we all love some wine and cheese action, what's a more natural pairing than grain-based spirit and cheese? Whether it's delicate and floral, intense and peaty, or somewhere in between, there's a perfect cheese for every whisky! And, when the whiskies are American Single-Malt from Westland Distillery, paired with Bedford...

Wine, cheese, and chocolate—is there anything better than this trio of indulgences? In this decadent seminar we will explore basics of three divine treats while learning how to pair them to bring out the best qualities in each.  We’ll discuss the core elements of each one and investigate how they interact. By the end of the class you will...

Take the next step in honing your cheese and wine knowledge. Did you attend our Cheese and Wine 101 class? It doesn't matter if you answer no to this-we won't exclude you! This class aims to take a look at the lesser known cheeses, appellations. terroirs and grape types. It's always fun to discover new wines and cheese that are not on every wine list...

Have you ever wondered about some of the greatest cheese making regions of France?  In this course, join us to learn about the Normandy region and the production behind the Isigny Sainte Mere Cooperative’s greatest dairy and cheese products.  You will sample: Brie D’Isigny Mimolette Petit Pont L'eveque and of course the world famous...

Make Your Own Mozzarella with Carmine Durante from Liuzzi Cheese Making cheese requires only dexterity, precision, and a little curd courage, but often people are afraid to try it at home! For this special class, we are delighted to welcome Carmine Durante & Jeshar Zeneli from Liuzzi Cheese back to La Scuola. Carmine & Jeshar bring...

With over 1300 cheeses and more than 100 000 wine growers, France has the widest variety in terms of appellations in wines and in cheeses. Learn what they are, how they are made and how to prepare the perfect wine & cheese evening using a variety of textures, organoleptic properties and how best to pair the two. This is not a BYOB class. Afterwards,...

We know it sounds crazy: Cheese and chocolate don't go together. But is it crazy or is it genius? We're inclined to think we fall on the genius end of the spectrum, and the good people over at Mast Brothers Chocolate seem to agree. We'll be tasting a selection of the brothers' delicious craft chocolates alongside some of our favorite cheese. It's going...

Chef and comedian Vicki Ferentinos will teach you the process of making both fresh ricotta and fresh mozzarella. We will also learn to make cannoli shells and filling using our freshly made ricotta as well as grilled pizza with our freshly made mozzarella. Hands-on class where you get to take home your creations! Cost per student includes supply costs...

Accio fun! 'Tis the most magical season, and we are here to celebrate in Hogwarts style. Whether you're a Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, Slytherin, or even a Muggle, you'll love this potions and cheese class. With four boozy potions, plus cheese and other deliciousness to pair, we'll transfigure your Sunday into something magical.  We solemnly...

Tequila is not just for slamming at the bar with lime and salt. Delicious and all as that may be, tequila has a great history and everybody should know where their favourite shot comes from! What is tequila? Where does it come from? How is it made? Is it every aged? Are there different types of tequila? If you attend this class all these questions...

Joto is Japanese for “highest quality” and describes the philosophy of both Joto Sake and Bedford Cheese Shop. Founded in 2005, Joto’s mission is to serve as a bridge between Japanese artisanal sake and the American market,. With Joto Sake, you will only find multi-generational, family-owned breweries producing this beverage. What better way...

Did you know there's more to Spanish cheese than Manchego -- a lot more? It's true! Here at Bedford Cheese we love our queso from Spain, and now it's your turn to find out why. A mix of ancient traditions and recent innovation, Spain yields unique and surprising flavors from every corner of the country. With some regional wines, discover what makes...

In Coucou’s cheese workshop, you’ll learn about the subtleties of the cheese-making process, the main categories of French cheeses and the particularities of the various terroirs where they originated.  You’ll also learn a bit about the etiquette of serving and eating cheese in France. Plus, we’ll be tasting delicious cheeses...

During the workshop you will get a complimentary welcome drink and an assortment of 5 different cheeses along with the necessary accompaniments to make this experience unique. This is the perfect time to get acquainted with French culture and language as we will be doing a few activities in French.  All levels of French are welcome.

With the Emmy Awards coming up this weekend, here in the Homestead we started to think about which cheeses are outstanding and in many cases award winning! Jimmy Kimmel won't be hosting, but there will be bubbly wine to toast 5 of the most lauded and famous cheeses from around the world. You be the judge tonight, as you meet some of the stars of the...