Cheese Classes in Washington, DC

Join us for an intimate tour of aphrodisiac foods on the waterfront with husband-and-wife duo Chef Gari Thomas of Seriously Good Eats and Sexpert Reba Thomas, CEO and Founder of Sexpert Consultants. Our tour will begin at the farmers market in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. Chef and Mrs. Thomas will highlight local produce, herbs, cheese,...

Escape to Rome for an evening to learn the art to creating the famous Fettuccine Alfredo!  Legend has it that after the birth of his first child in 1908, Alfredo di Lelio cooked up a batch of fettuccine noodles, crumbly Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and plenty of butter to tempt his wife, as she was suffering from loss of appetite. The resulting...

Napa Valley was named as California's first American Viticultural Area in 1981, and not long after that, Peter Franus began making wine. Since those early days, Napa Valley has become an internationally-renowned, premier wine region, and Peter has had a front-row seat in being a part of its story. Hear first-hand about Napa Valley's beginnings, the...

Up your tailgate skills in the fun and lively class perfect for your favorite football fan. Whether you’re taking the show on the road or enjoying the game in your own living room, this menu is sure to please a crowd!  Menu includes:   Smoked Crab Cakes with Spicy Old Bay Remoulade  Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped “HOG” Dogs...

Good cheese and craft beer bring cheer to every gathering! Whether your holiday plans include an intimate dinner or a soirée for the whole town, your guests are bound to have differing palates.  Please the whole table and impress your guests with a seasonal winter cheese board & beer pairings that are unique yet approachable, and pair well...

Good cheese and wine bring cheer to every gathering! Whether your holiday plans include an intimate dinner or a soirée for the whole town, your guests are bound to have differing palates. Please the whole table and impress your guests with a seasonal winter cheese board & wine pairings that are unique yet approachable, and pair well with all of...

Whether your holiday plans include an intimate dinner or a soirée for the whole town, your guests are bound to have differing palates. Please the whole table and impress your guests with a seasonal winter cheese board & beer pairing that is unique yet approachable, and pairs well with all of your favorite holiday dishes. Spend an evening with...

Long enjoyed as the bistro favorites of Paris, the wines of the Loire Valley offer an immense variety of flavors, styles, and traditions. Come learn why and taste your way from lean and minerally Muscadet to vibrant and herbaceous Chinon. The twists and turns of France’s longest river offer no shortage of unique terroir, and you will experience no...

Over the past few years, malbec has emerged as one of America's favorite wines, praised for its full flavors and consistent style. But are you aware of the many styles, flavors, and aromas that this historically humble grape can produce? Find out during this tasting class as we trace the trail of malbec from its ancestral home through Argentina and...

The Big Apple is also a great state for grapes! From Long Island to the Finger Lakes, New York state wines have been making a splash on the national wine scene for decades, even making their way onto the White House table. Come taste juicy everything from Upstate rieslings to silky Long Island merlots. Six New York wines will be tasted. Artisanal...

South Africa’s winemaking traditions date back to the 1600s, but its most exciting wineries are notable for their youth and innovation. Join us for an exploration of South Africa’s top wine styles, best regions, and learn about some of South Africa’s most exciting winemaking trailblazers.  Six wines will be tasted. Artisanal cheeses will...

Eastern Europe is not a region that many North Americans consider while contemplating the great wine producing regions of the world. But like all great wine regions, these countries have been growing grapes and making wine since time immemorial. Come consider the Europe that lies to the east of France, Germany, Italy and Spain – rolling hills, beautiful...

It's not the size of the bottle that matters; it's how you pair it! Everyone has that extra bottle of something sweet on their liquor shelf that they never get around to opening, but sweet wines are for more than just dessert! Join us and learn how to pair a selection of delicious fun finds with your favorite foods and other worldly delicacies. ...