Italian Cheese and Wine Tasting

Embark on an enriching culinary exploration of Italian cheese and wine through a delicious and carefully guided tasting experience. Italy is home to some of the world's most celebrated and sought-after cheeses, from the creamy and fresh burrata to the hard-aged Parmigiano Reggiano, from the pungent and complex Gorgonzola to the rich and nutty Taleggio. In this interactive tasting class, you'll sample four exceptional Italian cheeses, each expertly paired with complementary wines, including crisp whites and bold reds, and develop a deeper understanding of how to create the perfect Italian pairing for your own entertaining.

What You'll Learn:

• The essential principles and guidelines of pairing Italian cheeses with specific wines to create harmonious, balanced flavor combinations and memorable tasting experiences.

• A comprehensive introduction to the rich, diverse regional traditions of Italian cheese and wine production spanning across the entire Italian peninsula and islands.

• The distinctive characteristics, flavor profiles, and production methods of four remarkable Italian cheeses and their carefully matched wine pairings.

Supplies and Materials:

• All ingredients and wines featured in the tasting are provided and included in your class fee.

Additional Notes:

• The tasting includes four premium Italian cheeses accompanied by traditional accompaniments.

• You'll sample four Italian wines with unlimited pours available for those 21 and older.

• The class takes place at our Bleecker Street location. Please note that the classroom is located upstairs and downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

• Photography and videography may take place during class for social media and promotional purposes.