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Discover the diverse flavors of NYC with tasting classes, where participants can learn about the art of wine, craft beer, or chocolate tasting from expert sommeliers and chocolatiers in the heart of the city. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary scene of NYC with tasting classes, where participants can expand their knowledge of whiskey, cheese, or coffee tasting under the guidance of experienced professionals at various renowned venues throughout the city.

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Blind Wine Tasting

CocuSocial Cooking Classes @ 50 3rd Ave, New York, NY

Taste wine like a master sommelier. Think you can tell the difference between a Cabernet from California & a French Bordeaux? How about a New Zealand Pinot Noir from one made in Burgundy? Come join us at this special wine class for a "blind tasting" (wines kept in brown paper bags until after they have been tasted) and we'll guess together then talk through the differences one might find from similar wines made in different regions around the...

(1739) All levels 21 and older
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$45.50
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Fall Pairing - Beer, Cider, Wine and Cheese

Murray's Cheese @ 65 Bleecker St, New York, NY

Join us for an autumnal tasting experience, exploring the cheese pairing potential of cider—from sweet to dry and fruity to funky. From sweet to dry, fruity to funky, still to sparkling, there’s much to discover in the world of cider and other fall beverages. This special seasonal class is all about the apple—how it gets transformed into cider, and how the resulting ciders can make perfect partners for a variety of cheeses alongside other fun...

(697) All levels 21 and older
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Wine 101

WineO @ 8 E 36th St, New York, NY

Event Description:  This event includes a wine and cheese tasting where guests learn how to look, smell, and taste like a sommelier. They will leave this event knowing how to taste certain characteristics in wine and what wine to pair with their food. Through small competition, entertaining anecdotes, and a full menu, WineO 101 makes learning about wine fun and accessible! Event Itinerary:  Prosecco is poured for each guest while...

(3) All levels 21 and older
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Vermont Beer: The Real Story

Top Hops Beer Shop @ 94 Orchard St, New York, NY

Beer and Vermont go hand in hand in the modern conversation around craft beer. But do you know how we got there?  Join Chris for a deep dive into the breweries that helped define the zeitgeist and enthusiasm around the modern beer scene in Vermont, all while drinking a few beers from some of their most famous breweries, from Switchback to Zero Gravity.

(43) All levels 21 and older
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Blind Tasting: Get to Know Your Palate

Top Hops Beer Shop @ 94 Orchard St, New York, NY

How do you taste when you can't see the beer? What do you sense when you're not sure what style you're drinking? You'll be surprised what flavors come to mind! Blind tasting is a fun way to get familiar with your palate and challenge your taste buds.  We'll taste several styles blind and learn how to ignore your expectations and improve your tasting abilities.

(43) All levels 21 and older
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White Wines of California and New York

Kevin Zraly's Wine School @ 160 Central Park South, New York, NY

In this class, you'll be exploring the art of tasting wine. The wines from California and those from the transcontinental rivals in New York's wine-growing regions. You study the color.  Is it nearly colorless? Straw color? Do you detect a tint of green? You swirl. You sniff. Now you know why they call it the wine's bouquet. And with such wisdom on the tip and other parts of your tongue.

(4) All levels 21 and older
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$150
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St. Paddy's Day Irish Whisky Tasting

Abigail's Kitchen @ 85 MacDougal St, New York, NY

Join as we taste through some of our favorites from the Emerald Isle.  Nibbles will be served. No need to bring anything but your hunger for good food and your thirst for knowledge!

(407) All levels 21 and older
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Red Wines of Spain and Italy

Kevin Zraly's Wine School @ 505 Park Ave, New York, NY

This class will introduce the vineyards of southern Europe and see what the warmer regions have to offer. More wines came to America last year from Italy than any other country. Let us try Tuscany's contributions to the table. And then the Piedmont greats.  You will also know more about Spain and the famous Riojas and the art of long aging in oak. Are the old wine making methods still being used? Are they changing? Try the Barolo again. Isn't...

(4) All levels 21 and older
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$175
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Saturday Sips - Tasting: New York State Wines

Abigail's Kitchen @ 85 MacDougal St, New York, NY

Sit back and relax while chef-owner and certified sommelier Abigail Hitchcock teaches you about swirling, sniffing, terroir and finish.  Six ridiculously quaffable, entirely refreshing wines from around Portugal, served with cheeses from Murray’s. Class Price is per Person

(407) All levels 21 and older
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California Dreamin'

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Sample big wines from California, matched with equally robust cheeses from the Golden State.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
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$220

6 sessions

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Raveneau

The Wine Workshop

François Raveneau was one of the greatest winemakers of France who nearly single handedly help preserve the great terroirs of Chablis during some very difficult years. In 1984 François retired, leaving the estate and his knowledge in the care of his two sons, Jean and Bernard. The domaine consists 7.5 hectares, which include three Grand Crus: Blanchot, les Clos and Valmur; and four Premiers Crus: Montée de Tonnerres, les Vaillons, Butteaux and...

(3) All levels 21 and older
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A Flexitarian Autumn Feast With Peter Berley

Just Food @ 95 E Houston St, New York, NY

Harvest time is here again, whether it’s on the farm, at the market, or in the kitchen. Join beloved local chef and longtime locavore Peter Berley (The Flexitarian Table, Houghton Mifflin) as he prepares a seasonal feast that will surely bring joy and nourishment to omnivores and vegetarians alike while highlighting some of the Northeast region’s tastiest produce. On the Menu: Pan-Seared Lamb and/or Tofu Steaks with Thyme, Lemon, and Mustard;...

(9) All levels 18 and older
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White Wines of Germany: Component Tasting

Kevin Zraly's Wine School @ 160 Central Park South, New York, NY

You will learn among the white wines of Germany. Taking a Rhein journey. Moseying down the Mosel. Know if it is really possible to read a German wine label. Meanwhile, the inside story on sending back an unsatisfactory bottle. When you should do it, and why and how. Have you the notion to invest in wine? Then listen carefully. There are a few tips and the chance to discuss the matter in this class.

(4) All levels 21 and older
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$125
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Old World vs. New World Wines

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Each week we will taste and compare the same grape varietals, which are grown and produced in an Old World wine region and in a New World region, exploring the similarities and differences and discuss how to pair with food. For instance, Chablis (Chardonnay grape) from France vs California Chardonnay. A sparkling wine, 2 white wines, 2 red wines and cheese will be served at each class.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
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$200

4 sessions

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Holiday Wines: Explore Hidden Gems

Astor Center @ 23 E 4th St, New York, NY

This holiday season, join us for a unique experience through the world of wine as we uncover the beauty and complexity of lesser-known grape varietals. Taste through a flight of alternatives to the typical grapes (i.e. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet) while learning about the land, winemakers and their journey from near extinction to your glass. Guided evaluations and suggestions for food pairings for each wine will equip you with impressive knowledge...

(59) Beginner 21 and older
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Drinking Ahead: Wines for 2024

Astor Center @ 23 E 4th St, New York, NY

Raise your glass to 2024 in wine. If your New Year resolution is to be a more savvy, knowledgeable and conscientious wine drinker – then this class if for you! The world is changing faster than ever before and global grape growing, wine making, and consumer drinking practices are no exception. Whether it's a return to viticulture's ancestral roots, the emergence of relatively new-to-America grapes and regions, or styles once thought to be fads...

(59) Beginner 21 and older
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Mindful Drinking: Low ABV Cocktails

Astor Center @ 23 E 4th St, New York, NY

There is a cocktail out there for everyone, including mindful drinkers. In this class, we explore the evergrowing world of low abv cocktails. We'll take a look at some classic recipes and show you how to make them lower proof, while also diving into the ingredients that make them low abv. You might even discover a sneaky classic cocktail that has been low abv all along! What you can expect: 1 Welcome cocktail 3 Hands-on opportunities to make...

(59) Beginner 21 and older
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Wine & Cheese Tasting

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

Join us for a fun and interactive introduction to tasting and evaluating wine. Learn or reinforce the basics and try some great wines and cheeses along the way. Cheers to that!  Tasting includes:   WHITES  Chardonnay – Healdsburg Ranches, North Coast CA  Prosecco – Ruffino, Italy  Sauvignon Blanc – Framingham, Auckland, NZ  REDS  Malbec – Trapiche, Argentina   Merlot – Blackstone, California...

(252) Beginner 18 and older
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Cos D'Estournel Vertical

The Wine Workshop

Cos d`Estournel is among the handful of Bordeaux wines that can rival the First Growths for power and complexity. Located in Saint-Estephe, it resembles its southern neighbor Lafite Rothschild in Pauillac. More gravel than clay, the soils are very similar. This accounts for Cos’ silky texture, giving it more balance and elegance and less of the masculine character for which Saint-Estephe can be known. This is a wine of superb breed and class—one...

(3) All levels 21 and older
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Part 5: The Miracle of Aging

The Wine Workshop

There is nothing more wondrous than opening a fully aged, fine wine and exploring the magical changes in character, integration, color, perfume, and taste that come with proper aging. In this seminar, we will explore both recent and aged wines from the same great producers, and see how dramatic the influence of aging is. You will also be able to explore whether your palate prefers younger or more mature wines, and why.

(3) All levels 21 and older
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