VLFWF Classes & Seminars

Learn with the Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival throughout the entire festival week. Perfect for home cooks or a unique date night for couples, all of our classes and seminars provide a fun and relaxed setting for all to learn from the pros. Each class begins starts on time, so we recommend everyone arrive 15 minutes early as to not miss a thing or the welcome cocktail/glass of wine.

Classes are suitable for all skill levels. Each of these classes are for Adults aged 21+ with the exception of Ice Cream and Ohana, which is for all ages.

Classes offered include:

Farmhouse Rules with Celebrity Chef Nancy Fuller-6:30pm on Mon Jan 13th at Allied Kitchen & Bath

$85/person

Celebrity Chef Nancy Fuller is bringing the ‘Farmhouse to the Beach’ along with Chef Jorge Montes. To kick things off, you’ll enjoy Nancy’s famous ‘GiGi Juice’ and ‘Splendid Mushrooms on Brioche Toast’. First up, we’ll learn to make Melba Sauce with Goat cheese – Baked goat cheese topped with peaches, apricots and raspberry vinegar, the perfect appetizer for your next party! Next, we’ll learn to make one of Nancy’s favorite recipes, Quick Chicken Stew – with chunks of chicken and vegetables in a hearty stew served with a delicious cornbread. Last, but not least, we will plate everything up and enjoy the meal together with Nancy and Jorge.

*Nancy’s New York Times Bestselling cookbook, ‘Farmhouse Rules: Simple, Seasonal Meals for the Whole Family’ will be available for purchase at the class.

The Art of Ramen with Chef Alex Kuk and Chef Diego Ng- 6:30pm on Tues Jan 14th at Temple Street Eatery

$ 75/person

Join us for ‘The Art of Ramen’ during VLFWF week. During this class you’ll get small bites, a cocktail and dessert. First, you’ll experience a demo on how to make ramen noodles from scratch. You’ll then get to craft your very own ramen bowl and get to choose from a variety of ingredients. Not to worry, we’ll give you take home recipe cards as well. You’ll also receive the book ‘Let’s Make Ramen’ that you can take home to continue your ramen journey.

The Flavors of Spain with Chef Jorge Montes- 6:30pm on Tues Jan 14th at Sistrunk Marketplace

$75/person

Enjoy an evening in Spain at ‘The Flavors of Spain’ Cooking Class. You’ll start the class the right way with a refreshing Sparkling Pear Sangria. We’ll kick up the flavor with some delicious Albondigas in Red Wine Sauce. First, you’ll learn to make Potato Tortilla with Chorizo – a Spanish omelet elevated with the bold, smoky richness of chorizo, perfectly balancing creamy layers of slow-cooked potatoes and caramelized onions for a refined yet rustic dish. Next, you’ll learn to make Seafood Fideuà – a Spanish classic with shrimp, scallops, mussels, and squid ink, cooked with toasted fideos (short pasta) in a seafood broth with saffron and tomatoes, garnished with lemon wedges and aioli. Last, but not least, we will plate everything up and enjoy the meal together. Your instructor for this class is Chef Jorge Montes of Sazoned, an online culinary platform.

High Brow/Low Brow Wine Seminar-6:30pm on Tues Jan 14th at Sidewalk Bottle Shop

$ 75/person

Join us for High brow/Low Brow at Sidewalk Bottleshop, a fun seminar exploring the art of pairing high-end wines with everyday foods. Think a filet of fish sandwich with Chardonnay, a classic smash burger with Burgundy or a delicious pizza with Champagne! With culinary creations by Chef Walter and wine pairings by Sommelier Dave, you’ll learn about pairing wines in a fun and unpretentious environment with vibes for everyone. Cheers!

Weird Grapes with Sommelier Roberto Colombi-6:30pm on Tues Jan 14th at Union Kitchen & Bar

$ 65/person

Whether you’re a novice or an aficionado, enjoy a fun and educational seminar exploring unique grapes not widely known, with Sommelier Roberto Colombi, Co-Owner of Union Kitchen & Bar. During this seminar you will taste the following wine varietals: Blaufrankish Sparkling from Slovenia, Picpoul de Pinet from Laguedoc France, Godello from Galicia Spain, Nerello Mascalese From Italy, and Xinomavro from Greece. Light hors d’oeuvres by Chef Christie Tenaud will accompany the experience.

French Cookery with Chef Jorge Montes-6:30pm on Wed Jan 15th at Sistrunk Marketplac

$ 75/person

Enjoy a night in Paris! You’ll start the class the right way with a refreshing French Martini on the Rocks. We’ll kick up the flavor with some delicious Foie Gras Crème Brulee with Port Guava. First, you’ll make Escargots de Bourgogne – Snails in garlic herb butter. Next, you’ll make Moules Mariniere – Mussels in white wine with garlic, and herbs. For the finale, you’ll make eclairs with pastry cream and chocolate ganache. Last, but not least, we will plate everything up and enjoy the meal together. Your instructor for this class is Chef Jorge Montes of Sazoned, an online culinary platform.

Ice Cream and Ohana with Chef Jimmy Anderson-6:30pm on Weds Jan 15th at Sweet Aloha Ice Cream

$ 50/person

Join us at Sweet Aloha Ice Cream with Chef Jimmy Anderson for Ice Cream and Ohana. This all ages class will go through the basics of ice cream making, filled with the aloha spirit! You’ll learn basic ice cream science, best practices in developing an ice cream flavor and how to add mix-ins, variegates and nuts. Guests will then be able to choose to take their creation home as a pint or a quart to share!

United States Wine Tour with Sommelier Roberto Colombi-6:30pm on Weds Jan 15th at Union Kitchen & Bar

$ 65/person

You’ll be surprised to hear that every state in the union produces wine, (even our beloved Florida). On this wine tour we will discover some of the wine regions that produce outstanding wines, but are not yet as famous as the Wine giants of the West coast. During this seminar, we’ll travel to Virginia, New York, Texas and New Mexico! Light hors d’oeuvres by Chef Christie Tenaud will accompany this experience.

Au Naturel Deep Dive with Sommelier Dave Lopez and Chef Walter Navarro-6:30pm on Thurs Jan 16th at Sidewalk Bottleshowp

$75/person

Join us for Au Naturel Deep Dive at Sidewalk Bottleshop. This tasting experience is perfect for connoisseurs or novices. During this seminar you’ll ‘dive’ into the world of natural wines from around the globe. Cheers!

Country Bling Cooking with Celebrity Chef Jason Smith-6:30pm on Thurs Jan 16th at Sistrunk Marketplace

$ 85/person

Lord Honey, Sugar have we got a treat for y’all! Celebrity Chef Jason Smith is bringing the South to Sistrunk Marketplace with Chef Jorge Montes. When you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a refreshing Blackberry Rum Sour and roasted grapes parfait. First, you’ll learn to make Firecracker Snapper with Fresh Corn Relish – Southern style local snapper breaded and fried paired with a fresh and flavorful corn relish – this was one of Jason’s signature dishes that the judges loved on Food Network Star. Next, you’ll learn to make Fried Tequila Bites – fried and fluffy with a kick of tequila and lime, A margarita in one perfect bite. Last, but not least, we will plate everything up and enjoy the meal together with Jason and Jorge.

*Jason’s brand new cookbook, ‘Lord Honey – Decadent Desserts: 8 Ingredients or Less’ and ‘Lord Honey – Traditional Southern Recipes with a Country Bling Twist’ will be available for purchase at the class.

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