Two-Hour Mixology Course

Been dreaming how to make those fancy french macarons you tasted but seem too intimidating for you to make? It's about time you challenge yourself to overcome this tiny, gluten-free delicacy. The class will teach you how to make french macarons from making the perfect shell to filling it with melt in your mouth ganache. Recipes, as well as tips,...

This fun and hands-on class is all about the creation of some of the most delicious cookies you will ever make. Guests will learn to make two types of cookies from scratch (chocolate chip cookie and a shortbread cookie) with our very own recipes. Guests will take home some freshly baked cookies and cookie dough as well so you get to enjoy freshly...

This workshop exposes students to USA and California wine labeling law and the history of California wine, then dives deeply into the diverse appellations of Mendocino County. Recent critically acclaimed  wines have brought international attention to all of this county’s vineyards. Also, a leader in organically grown grapes, Mendocino...

Interest in Willamette Valley wines has skyrocketed in recent years. While Oregon produces just 1% of American wine by volume, it accounts for 20% of Wine Spectator magazines top-rated wines. Most of those are from the Willamette Valley, with its cool-climate Pinot Noir, lean Chardonnay, distinctive Riesling and, now, excellent Gamay. The Willamette...

Growing up in Japan, Ramen was THE fast food. Now that Ramen is as popular as Sushi, I decided to teach students the basics of how to make Ramen at home! In this 3-hour totally hands on class you will learn: how to make stocks (Tonkotsu and Chicken) how to make Kaeshi (soup base) how to make chashu (Pork Belly) how to make noodles how to make...

The Greatest Wines of Italy Italian wine is hot in the USA & is a global powerhouse. Credential seekers can check out our Italian Wine Professional and Italian Wine Scholar North & Italian Wine Scholar South programs, but everyone will enjoy Intro to Italian Wines! Piedmont's Barolo & Tuscany's Brunello surely make our list but come find...

Get answers to all of the questions you have been afraid to ask and learn the basics of wine, from how it's made, decoding wine labels, how to taste & talk about wine, storage, service and food pairing. The tasting of 5-6 wines will focus on the structure of wine, various styles and main grape varieties. This workshop is part of our Intro Series...

In this hands-on workshop with Eloise, chef and owner of San Francisco's beloved DeLise Café, you will focus on two things: recipes for moist and incredibly tasty cupcakes as well as techniques for decorating like a pro. Guests will learn to make two different types of cake batter from scratch. This will include basic skills such as measuring of...

Welcome the year of the Rat! At the beginning of the Chinese Zodiac, the Rat is inquisitive and resourceful. Indulge your own interests in learning and expanding your cookery skills with this class.  Tonight, we'll be making: Hot and sour soup Egg rolls with sweet and sour sauce Honey walnut prawns Beef with broccoli Fried rice This...

Sommeliers can identify and articulate the physical structure of the grapevine and the annual cycle of the vine, how viticultural practices such as organic, biodynamic and sustainable differ from mainstream viticulture and from each other, as well as the sequence of events that take place during the winemaking process. Learn winemaking terminology,...

Join us in unraveling the mysteries of the EU labeling scheme and compare it with the rest of the world. We will look for global patterns as we tour the world by glass. Take in the highlights of crisp wines from cool climates from Germany, Austria, Northern Italy, Northern France, Oregon and New Zealand.  The guided tasting of 6-8 wines will...

New Years resolutions mean that many of us struggle with finding dishes that are filling yet nutritionally balanced to carry us through the day. Our main course winter salads will do just that.  Planned Menu: Winter Salad with Apples, Dried Cherries and a Creamy Maple Vinaigrette Whole Grain Bulgar Salad with Olive Dressing and Feta Cheese...

Discover the wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Valle d'Aosta and Liguria. Explore the regions surrounding Piemonte starting in the Italian Alps to the north and traveling down to the Ligurian Sea and the famous Cinque Terre. Learn about these drastically different places, their grapes, wine styles, and an introduction to foods and culture of...

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and learn how to create your own fresh sushi rolls like a pro? You are in for a special treat! In this highly interactive and hands-on class, the Chef will let you in on tips and tricks of making delicious sushi rolls, from preparing the perfect sushi rice, cutting the fresh ingredients properly, and the art...

This Napa Valley workshop provides students with an in-depth exploration and significance of the world-famous Napa Valley. Learn more about the amazing geography, history, and climate ideal for grape growing, as well as the importance for understanding the region’s impact on the state of California and its significance within the world of wine! ...

Washington produces more wine than any state in the US aside from California. We often think of Washington as a place of rainforests and cloudy skies. But its Columbia Valley is a vast growing region with dry weather and long, sunny days that ripen robust red wines. This class looks at Washington’s terrain and soils, formed by tectonic drift, volcanos...

Spanish wine is hot in the USA & is a global powerhouse. Credential seekers can check out the debut of Spanish Wine Scholar in Fall 2018, but everyone will enjoy Intro to Spanish Wines! Rioja, Priorat & Ribera del Duero surely make our list, but come find out our other picks. Join us as we explore Spain's top regions and appellations. In this...

There's just something about Italian comfort food that makes a cold winter evening warm and inviting. In tonight's class, you and your partner will team up with another couple to work on recipes you and your fellow students will truly enjoy. Gnocchi Risotto Foccacia A salad and veggie side dishes round out your meal. This is a 3-hour hands-on...

The Super Bowl is almost here and it's the biggest day of the year for appetizer parties. Give us hour and a half and we'll show you how to make 5 spectacular appetizers that are super easy. Enjoy a tasting buffet of the dishes and go home with a set of the recipes.

Flying at 10,000 feet, we will look for global patterns touring the world by glass. In this class, we leave the extreme climates of cold and hot and strike out in the middle with both white and red wines as we journey through the highlights of Central France, Central Italy, Northern Spain and California.  Our guided tasting of 6-8 wines will...