Join us for the 2008 City Page IRON FORK
-- sponsored by Surdyk's Liquor and Cheese Shop.
Thursday, October 16

6pm-9pm
International Market Square

Tickets Required! $30 in advance or $40 at the door.
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100% of the proceeds benefit Second Harvest Heartland

Monday, October 27, 2008
Instructor: Elise Olson
Cost: $40

This cheese primer will take us around the globe to introduce the types, textures and flavors that make up the most amazing cheeses in the world.  We'll teach you the basics; which rinds are edible, which blues to crumble, the intricacies of different milk types and how best to store cheeses at home.  We'll taste ten different cheeses from countries are around the world, accompanied by red and white table wine.

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Tuesday, October 28
Instructor: Roger Clark
Cost: $45

There is no other grape like Pinot Noir.  In this class, we will introduce you to the seductive nature of this often misunderstood wine.  We'll explore both Old World and New World Pinots, talk about the intricacies of the grape and unearth the mysteries of terroir.  Join us for a fasinating tasting of one of the great noble grape varietals of all time. 

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Monday, November 3, 2008
Instructor: Lori Ames
Cost $35

The original Surdyk's wine class! Our class is the perfect opportunity for novice wine lovers and individuals who would like to polish their palates and gain a bit of useful knowledge. The class focuses a bit on wine history and how to properly taste wine. We will identify the flavor profile of the major wine varietals and supply you with a enough basic know how to begin exploring on your own.

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Monday, November 10
Instructor: Kate Cheney

This advanced cheese class is for the curious caseophile.  We'll compare old world favorites to their new world counterparts.  Kate Cheney of Surdyk's Cheese Shop, will outline the traditional styles and methods of cheese making, then introduce you to a handful of great, American artisanal cheeses that test these establish boundaries with their innovation. 

Cost $40
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Monday, November 10, 2008
Instructor: Kate Eckblad & Takeshi Hatori
Cost: $50

This class is for the novice who may have tried sake and/or sushi but wants to discover how and why these two pair up so well, and learn the varied and different styles of both. You'll gain a wealth of knowledge so you can experiment on your own and feel confident of your pairing selections, whether dining out or at home. A truly unique experience awaits you. This one fills up fast! Class held at Origami Restaurant.

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Tuesday, November 11
Instructor: Bill McCleary
Cost: $45

This class has a compelling array of fine wines from this often complicated country.  We will review wines from the major regions and touch on how to pair with foods as well.  You will experience a bounty of Italy's great variety of wines and walk away with enough knowledge to begin buying everything from Prosecco to Barbera with confidence. 

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