Couples: The Bourbon Steakhouse

Wine is produced everywhere in Italy, but the Veneto region tops the list in quality wine production, with famous names such as Valpolicella, Soave, Prosecco and more. With cooler areas near the Alps and warmer climate near waters, the Vento produces a large variety of excellent wines. Hosted by ICE's resident sommelier Richard Vayda, this class will explore some of the region's better-known wines, as well as some lesser-known gems. The evening will feature at least 9 wines and a selection of Italian cheeses.

Enjoy Spain right here in New York as you feast on tapas --- one of the great pleasures of Spanish culture. You'll make merry with these classic and contemporary small plates featuring all the flavors of the Mediterranean. After we cook, the party begins. We'll enjoy: pan con tomate with salt-cured anchovies; patatas bravas with aioli and chives; jamón croquetas; gambas al ajillo; and red wine sangria.

A flaky, sweet, buttery crust can separate a professional tart from an amateur one - and after this class, your tarts will certainly stand out from the rest! Let experienced ICE pastry chefs guide you through creating the perfect tart crust from scratch. Learn the same techniques used by ICE career pastry graduates as you make and work with pâte sucrée, then combine it with pastry cream and fresh fruit toppings to make tarts that will impress guests, family and friends alike. We'll make: pâte sucrée; pastry cream; and fresh fruit toppings.

Step down from the barstool — and go behind the bar instead! This Mixology 101 class teaches the foundational cocktail-making skills and techniques used by professional bartenders. (Much like “knife skills” is the first course taken by aspiring culinarians, Mixology 101 is the first building block toward more comprehensive cocktail knowledge.) In this class, you will learn about and make: Shaken Drinks; Stirred Drinks; Highballs & Spritzes; and Apéritifs & Digestifs.