Monday, August 2 2010
Instructor: Lori Ames
$35.00 per person
Reservations are Required

The original Surdyk’s wine class! Our Intro class is the perfect opportunity for novice wine lovers and individuals who would like to polish their palates and gain a bit of useful knowledge. The class focuses a bit on wine history and how to properly taste wine. We will identify the flavor profile of the major wine varietals, and supply you with enough basic know-how to begin exploring on your own!

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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Instructors: Molly Auron & Claire Thomas
Cost $40.00
Reservations Required

Sharp Cheddar with an IPA? Gruyere with a Bock beer? Don't be overwhelmed when it comes to pairing beer with cheese. Let this class guide you through the basics of pairing a variety of beer styles and perfectly paired cheese. Join us as we sample seven different beer and cheese pairings and discuss how the distinctive flavors, textures and mouthfeel can enhance the entire tasting experience.

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Monday, August 9
Instructor: TBD
Cost $35

The original Surdyk’s wine class! Our Intro class is the perfect opportunity for novice wine lovers and individuals who would like to polish their palates and gain a bit of useful knowledge. The class focuses a bit on wine history and how to properly taste wine. We will identify the flavor profile of the major wine varietals, and supply you with enough basic know-how to begin exploring on your own!

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Tuesday, August 10
Instructor: Roger Clark
$40 per person
Reservations Required

How is it that one of the world's pre-eminent wine growing nations, with a wine history dating back to the Holy Roman Empire and growing one of the most joyful and delicious grapes on our planet could possibly have a so-so reputation with today's wine drinkers?  For those who claim they don't like German wines because they can't stand sweet, be prepared for delicious surprises.  Be amazed as we explore the depths of not only the noble Riesling grape, but some striking variations as well.

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Maker's Mark Tasting and Baseball "Dipping"

sample Maker's Mark & have a baseball or bat dipped in their signature red wax

August 12th 6pm-8pm during 4 for $40
August 14th 1pm-3pm

Monday, August 16
Instructor: Terrence French
$45.00 per person

Washington's Columbia Valley is home to wineries producing everything from crisp Rieslings and easy-drinking reds to elegant Chardonnay's and world-class Bordeaux style blends.  The Willamette Valley in Oregon yields elegant whites and top quality Pinot Noirs.  Wineries in both states range from huge producers to artisanal family estates.  Terrence will share first hand accounts from his recent travels to both regions. 

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Tuesday, August 17
Instructor: Elise Steffel
$40.00 per person
Reservations Required

Once considered an oddity, the popularity of Spanish cheese has exploded over the past 10 years and is considered indispensable to the serious cheese counter.  Because of the variations in climate and geography, as well as culture, each region in Spain produces several varieties of cheese.  Come explore many of these different varieties of Spanish cheeses where we'll visit a couple of familiar friends as well as several new ones. 

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Tuesday, August 24
Instructor: Melissa Surdyk
$50.00 per person
Reservations are Required

Sake is a perfect pair to many types of cuisine. We'll cover the various types, different styles, its amazing production process and rich history.  We'll show you how easy it is to pair sake with many of your favorite foods, with delicious examples from Ginger Hop Restaurant & our Cheese Shop.  Learn how you can experiment on your own and feel confident in your pairing selection.  It's not just for sushi anymore!

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