Various Venues - See Event Description and Ticket Type for Venue Details 3000 E Las Olas Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Hone your kitchen skills, learn about wine or become a cocktail pro in a fun and relaxed environment! 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 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 Cake Decorating, which is for everyone aged 14+. Classes offered include: Handroll Making at Bondi Sushi - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Bondi Sushi $85/person Indulge in an intimate and immersive handroll experience at Bondi Sushi. In this guided class, you’ll discover the refined art of hand roll making while gaining insight into the history and traditions of sushi. Enjoy your the fruits of your labor at the counter with your classmates. Each student will learn to make 3 handrolls and receive one cocktail during the class. Additional food and drinks will be available for purchase. Martinis & Magic at Cocktail Uncultured - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Cocktail Uncultured $70/person There is something truly magical about a great martini! During this class you’ll learn about the history and culture behind this iconic libation. Best of all, you’ll learn to make and indulge in three classic martinis with the team at Cocktail Uncultured. Pasta Making 101 at Nove Pasta House - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Nove Pasta House $85/person There’s nothing more comforting about a bowl of fresh pasta, especially when you’ve made it from scratch. Join us at Nove Pasta House, one for Fort Lauderdale’s hottest new restaurants, for Pasta Making 101. During this class, you’ll learn to make fresh handmade pasta, as well as a variety of simple sauces. The Spanish Wine Journey at Union Kitchen & Bar with Sommelier Roberto Colombi - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Union Kitchen + Bar $85/person Let Spanish Wine Scholar Roberto Colombi guide you through the diverse wine regions of Spain, exploring their wines, history, and culture along the way. Travel from sparkling Corpinnat and crisp Galician whites to Txakolina, lesser-known Spanish red varieties, and a decadent Pedro Ximénez, with six wines paired with six tapas by Chef Christie Tenaud. Taste of Thailand at Sistrunk Marketplace with Chef Jorge Montes - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Sistrunk Marketplace $85/person A colorful, hands-on journey through the bold, fresh flavors of Thailand—from aromatic herbs and chiles to coconut, lime, and classic Thai street-food favorites. Class will begin with a welcome cocktail and passed bites. The, students will learn to make three classic Thai dishes and get to enjoy their creation with Chef Jorge and fellow classmates! Vino è Vegano Italiano at Cucina Alfresco with Frey Vineyards - Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at Cucina Alfresco $65/person Join Frey Vineyards and Cucina Alfresco for a celebration of Italian flavors and plant-based creativity. This pairing experience features a selection of organic and biodynamic wines alongside Italian plant-based dishes. Discover how beautifully wine and plant-based cuisine come together in a fun, relaxed setting. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a plant-based foodie, or simply curious to try something new, come ready to sip, savor, and explore! Bubbles, Bites & Beats at Champagne Shack - Wednesday January 20 at 6:30pm at Champagne Shack $65/person Join us at Champagne Shack for an intimate wine, food & music pairing! Discover natural wines and Champagnes paired with French rillettes, artisan cheeses, and a soundtrack curated for each pairing. This intimate experience at Champagne Shack brings together distinctive pours, delicious bites, and beats that set the mood from the first sip to the last taste. Cake Decorating at LoveLee Bakeshop with Chef Lee Mazor - Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm at LoveLee Bakeshop $75/person Ever wondered how the pros decorate the beautiful cakes behind the displays at your favorite bakery? In this class you’ll decorate a coastal beach themed cake and learn different piping techniques with a variety of tips. Best of all, you’ll get to take your cake home and eat it too! Minimum age to participate in this experience is 14 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Prohibition Cocktails at Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery FTL - Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm at Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery FTL $70/person Join us at Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery for Prohibition Cocktails! During this class you’ll learn the history of prohibition and the classic cocktails that defined the period from Swizzle’s renowned mixology team. Best of all, you’ll get to indulge in each of your creations! Snack Attack Wine Seminar at Sidewalk Bottleshop with Sommelier Dave Lopez - Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm at Sidewalk Bottleshop $70/person Join us for Snack Attack Wine Seminar at Sidewalk Bottleshop with Sommelier Dave Lopez. This is where fine wine, meets crunchy cravings! During this seminar you’ll taste wines alongside some of the worlds most popular snacks in a fun, pretentious-free environment. Flavors of Peru at Sistrunk Marketplace with Chef Jorge Montes - Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm at Sistrunk Marketplace $85/person A hands-on journey through the bold, vibrant flavors of Peru, from Lima’s iconic ceviche to the sizzling wok flavors of lomo saltado. Class will begin with a welcome cocktail and passed bites. The, students will learn to make three classic Peruvian dishes and get to enjoy their creation with Chef Jorge and fellow classmates! The Art of Dumplings at Temple Street Eatery with Chef Diego Ng - Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm at Temple Street Eatery $85/person Join us for The Art of Dumplings at Temple Street Eatery. Led by Chef Diego Ng, this dumpling class offers a hands-on culinary experience where guests will learn to make various types of dumplings from different Asian cuisines. The evening will feature a welcome drink, small bites and recipe cards to take home so you can make dumplings at home with your family! Disco & Daiquiris at Cocktail Uncultured - Thursday, January 21 at 6:30pm at Cocktail Unculutred $70/person Join us for Disco & Daiquiris at Cocktail Uncultured! During this seminar you’ll learn learn the history of the daiquiri and to craft three varieties in an uplifting setting that celebrates the wonder of disco. Wear you’re favorite disco outfit and join in on the fun at Disco & Daiquiris! Farmhouse Cooking at Sistrunk Marketplace with Chefs Jason Smith and Nancy Fuller - Thursday, January 21 at 6:30pm at Sistrunk Marketplace $110/person Farmhouse Cooking is an intimate, interactive cooking and dining experience featuring Food Network chefs Nancy Fuller and Jason Smith, hosted by Chef Jorge Montes of Sazoned. Rather than a traditional cooking class, the evening will feel like being part of a live cooking show. Two demonstration tables will be positioned side-by-side on stage, allowing Nancy and Jason to cook together, interact with the audience, share stories and invite guests onto the stage throughout the evening.