Date Night Cooking & Wine Pairing Class

Your kitchen becomes a romantic retreat in this live interactive class designed for couples who love food, wine, and a little adventure. Over 2 delicious hours, chef Mark Kalix will teach you and your partner how to prepare an array of elegant small bites and pair them with three distinctive wines. From poaching eggs to savoring decadent dark chocolate, you’ll learn the secrets to flavor harmony and discover how to confidently craft pairings that impress. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or just a special night in, this experience is sure to satisfy your taste buds—and spark some delicious romance.

• Expand your wine knowledge as you explore the unique aromas and flavors of Grüner Veltliner, Beaujolais, and an optional Ruby Port, and see how they transform when paired with the right foods.
• Follow Chef Mark’s expert guidance to create quick and delicious dishes, including poached eggs with arugula and lemon, cucumber canapés with olive tapenade, sautéed cucumbers with dill, and finishing with a decadent dark chocolate pairing.
• Master the fundamentals of pairing, learning how acidity, sweetness, tannins, and texture combine to elevate both food and wine.
• Impress your guests (or your partner!) by re-creating these simple yet sophisticated recipes for any occasion, from casual gatherings to fancy date nights.
• Connect with fellow food and wine enthusiasts in a fun, engaging virtual setting where you can ask questions and share your progress along the way.
• Save time and money by learning how to choose wines and create pairings with confidence, avoiding costly missteps at the store or on a menu.

Note: To prepare these dishes with ease, Chef Mark recommends having a food processor on hand for the class.

Class length: 2 hours.
We suggest: Effortlessly decant a favorite vintage—and make this gift even more special—by adding our Stemless Aerating Wine Glass Set to your purchase of this class.