Marissa F. Ain, Founder + CEO, Plate + Decanter. For over 13 years, Marissa has planned and managed some of the nation's most exclusive private and public events. From The James Beard Foundation Awards to NYC Wine & Food Festival to countless corporate, social and non-profit events, Marissa's experience includes collaborating closely with the food and wine industry's top talent. As a result, her company Plate + Decanter, an event management firm that specialized in culinary and wine events, was selected to produce the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival for four years. Marissa's current passion is promoting NY Wines through the NY Drinks NY program. Marissa is a graduate of Yale University with a B.A. in the History of Art, and holds an Advanced Level Certificate from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET). These lectures are free for current ICE students; $15 for alumni; and $40 for the general public.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
Israel, considered the center of the universe in ancient times, is at the juncture of Europe, Asia and Africa, with its coast on the Mediterranean. Its cuisine reflects the influences of all of the cultures around it, and the refugees who have settled there in modern times. You'll explore modern and traditional Israeli cooking when you make: cheese bourekas (flaky pastry-filled puffs); fried cauliflower with tahini sauce; chicken meatballs in tomato sauce with toasted Israeli couscous; and fattoush (pita salad).
Elevate your Indian cooking skills with our "Essentials of Indian Cooking II" class. Explore the diverse flavors of India as you learn to prepare an authentic menu of Rogan Josh, Saucy Shrimp Vindaloo, Tadka Dal, and Fragrant Cumin Rice Pulao. Our expert chef will guide you through the techniques and ingredients that make Indian cuisine so flavorful and aromatic.
Asian cuisine is comforting, flavorful and often fairly simple to prepare. So why order in for Chinese, Korean, Thai or Japanese, when you can create a fabulous Asian meal for two (or more) that's fresh and fulfilling? Come to ICE to learn these cornerstones of Asian cuisine, including: spareribs with black bean sauce; vegetable potstickers; pad thai; and green papaya salad.
This two-session class, crafted by ICE's resident sommelier, Richard Vayda, is tailored to the wine novice who wants a quick, fun and basic introduction to the world of the grape. You'll learn the fundamentals of wine, wine tasting and appreciation, which will start you on the road to critically judging wine color, aroma, flavor and body. You’ll discover the meaning of such wine concepts as dryness, acidity, fruitiness, tannins, varietals, vintages and more. Participants interested in continuing their exploration of wine are encouraged to go on to Wine Essentials. We'll taste up to 18 wines, plus matching cheeses.
Ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019), our roster of Chef-Instructors have run top kitchens around the globe.
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