Wine Basics - Pairing with Food - Cooking Class at PCI August 8, 2009

... With Certified Sommelier Dave Eriksen

Learn how the pros do it as well as some basic techniques that you can use everyday at home. We will start with introduction into the characteristics of wine that we look to pair with, as well as the anatomy of the palate and olfactory (sense of smell). You will learn the Old Rules of pairing vs. New Rules and why certain flavors go well with each other, and why other don’t. We will touch on some classic pairing as well as discuss what you might pair with your favorite dishes at home. You will taste six common food flavors (samples) against six wines with specifically different attributes. There will be plenty of time for Q&A as well. Make sure to have a bite to eat before class. Dave Eriksen has worked in the wine industry locally and in Monterey for the last 8 years and after managing restaurants in the bay area as well as Pebble Beach he is now teaching a wine foundations course at PCI. He is a humorous and dynamic instructor sure to make everyone comfortable and more confident in wine decisions after the class.

The Professional Culinary Institutes hands-on Hobby Classes are where you will learn to cook like the pros in the most fun and exciting amateur cooking program in the Bay Area. Each class begins with a detailed demonstration by our expert staff. Then in one of our state-of-the-art professional pastry or culinary kitchens you will be given hands on instruction from our world class Chef Instructors. Not only will you advance your cooking techniques and culinary knowledge, you will also get to enjoy the delicious fruits of your labor. You will be given a souvenir apron and packet of recipes from the day. Classes fill quickly so make your reservations at 408-370-9190

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