I've taken 2 wine classes (wine 101) and I'm already looking to take the Wine 202 class…read more This is my type of wine class because: - It's located near Midtown Manhattan - The instructor is really chill - You are given different games to play which helps you remember the different wines and information about them - There's a variety of wines - There is no spit bucket (so chances are you'll get lit) - It's an open space so you get to meet other wine lovers Both wine classes I've taken have been on Fridays because you do tend to get a wee bit tipsy testing all of the wines. I first learned of the class through Groupon so I suggest looking there first if you are interested in taking a class here but either way if you interested in learning how to differentiate between the age of wines, the percentage of wines and practice your sense of smell (to determine what's in the wine) this place is for you.

We took the WineO 101 class on a Friday night, and boy was it a good time. The teacher and owner of…read morethe company, Mark, was clearly very knowledgeable of his craft, and his love for what he does is apparent. Students of the class are allowed to enter the rooms 10 minutes before the start of the class. The emails they sent out before the class stated that the class starts promptly at the scheduled time. We started about 7 minutes after the scheduled time, which I actually didn't mind because it gave us a chance to talk to our new friends were seated with. We had the chance to listen to Mark talk about wines, taste 5 different wines along with 4 different cheeses and some cured meat, as well as ask Mark questions we had about wine. We also played a few games for a small prize (drawstring bag with the WineO Club logo on it). It was a really fun way to spend a Friday night. The reason for the 4-star review and not a 5 is because Mark spoke wayyyyyyyyyyyyy too fast. My whole group had trouble keeping up with the information he was sharing, and it was a little annoying because we were all there to learn about wines. The class was supposed to be 2 hours long, but start to finish, it was closer to 1.5 hours, so I'm not sure what the rush was. Definitely not a dealbreaker, and I would definitely go back for another class, but I sure do hope they slow it down next time.

I was referred to Gary and Junko through a friend after looking for someone who could do a wine…read moretasting for an event my office was holding to liven up the atmosphere and keep guests entertained. Through the entire process Gary was not only helpful in regards to creating a tasting that would mesh well with our firm, but also in giving me recommendations on food, desserts, where to purchase and making sure I had a checklist of every item I should have at the event. This was my first time handling a solo event where there was no event staff to help and when Gary and Junko arrived they dove right in not only setting themselves up but also helping me get everything right. The event was a huge success and the firms partners and guests alike were all enthralled with the wines chosen, vast knowledge and extremely charismatic character of Gary and Junko. I couldn't have been happier with the entire process leading up to the event and actual execution. I highly recommend their services and will definitely be using them for future tastings. Thank you Gary and Junko!

My friend and I attended Ladies Night: Pinot Noir at What Am I Drinking earlier this week--WOW! Not…read moreonly did we learn a ton about wine (one of our favorite things,) but we also had a great time. Our class was on the smaller side, but the studio has capacity for up to twenty participants. After reviewing the class ground rules (judgment-free zone and how to properly taste the wines) you dive into the meat of the class. This class was set up as a semi-blind tasting where you taste a wine and then learn more about it. Serena did a great job of breaking down the different wines and giving us a great overview of Pinot Noir. She was very knowledgeable and entertained all of our questions. Serena made what can be seen as a stuffy topic super-approachable. I can't wait to return for another class!

The Irish Whiskey class was a great experience. Serena gave an excellent presentation on the past…read morehistory and current trends of Irish whiskey. We had an opportunity to sample a number of different bottles and Serena did a great job explaining the uniqueness of each brand.

I had the fine people at NYC Wine Company host our holiday party of 40 and wow it was simply a…read moredelight all the way through! 1. They pick fun wines that have a story and still accessible (like not the stuff you need to fork over life savings for). 2. As good... if not better than the wines were the cheese and bread pairings. Not just the perfect pairing but amazing in it of itself! 3. The SOMs are just delightful personalities... fun but totally know there stuff.

Wine Classes!…read more Squabbie and I took our first wine class at NYC Wine Class. We enrolled in their introductory to wine course, Wine 101. Andrew Harwood (the founder) was our instructor. He's had experience cultivating wine graps in Hungary, France, and California, to name a few places. He was quite informative and helpful. On top of our dessert wine, we had full glasses of 10 different types of wine. The grape variety for the wines included Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, & Malbek. The wine regions included Oregon, California, Argentina, Italy, and France. The prices of the bottles and their Wine Spectator ratings aren't revealed until after the wines are tasted, as to not provide a bias. There are five rounds of wines pairings, accompanied by a type of cheese. The wine pairings are selected to distinguish the contrasting tastes (e.g. comparison of regions, comparison of vineyard processing, or comparison of grape varieties). The class was a great introduction, and has whetted my desire to learn more about wines. If taken individually, the class would have cost $90, but Squabbie purchased the $275 four class promo package (good for 2 years and splitable amongst friends). I HIGHLY recommend this package (http://www.nycwineclass.com/wine_classes.php#256). I delayed taking this for half a year, I can't believe I waited so long! I can't wait for my next class.

This is an amazing place! The jewelry, clothing, art and wine are wonderful, but come for the…read moreenergy! We created prosperity grids with Juanita, who is a Reiki practitioner. It was good stuff. Also, Jae help d me find not one, but two perfect handmade rings I will cherish for years.

From the owner: The Artisan Collective (TAC) is comprised of 3 artisans and a wine connoisseur under one roof! We…read morespecialize in handcrafted jewelry, crochet and knitwear, accessories, visual and wearable art and fun wine tasting social events. TAC is an eclectic art space that also hosts Open Mic nights, book signings, networking events, Reiki workshops, wine tasting classes and Sip and Arts parties. The partners are: Kullah Rulz (Jae Quinlan): Jewelry/T-Shirts/Cuff Lynx Nitjuan Designs (Juanita Martin): Accessories for the body, hair and home infused with loving Reiki energy Divino Enterprises, LLC/Sipper's Delight Wine Tasting Social Club (Burley Tuggle): Wine Tasting Events & Wine Accessories With Love (Leslie Peterson): Crochet & Knitwear Apparel and Jewelry

My husband and I are wine enthusiasts. We love visiting vineyards and wineries in different parts…read moreof the world, going to wine tastings, wine festivals, etc. We've never been to wine school, even though we talked about how amazing it would be to get a wine certification. Last month, my husband signed us up for the Spain vs France wine class one evening, and I can't believe we never thought of coming here before. The class was full. Whether you were a beginner or moderate level, it didn't matter, the class was easy to follow and informative. Our instructor was fun, knowledgeable and personable. The Wine School of Philadelphia offers professional wine certification courses and wine tasting classes, but they also have classes for beer tasting, AND brewing too! They are all very reasonably priced. I would advise to book your classes ahead of time, as they will sell out.

The facts of the owners response are incorrect. I was sent a collection notice during the…read moreChristmas holidays--so much for his high handed response. More importantly the collection notice was for the full class even though I paid it through Amex and they canceled it. The monthly fee was never the issue-I would have gladly paid it. In fact i was going to restart the online course in 2023 when i had time again--but getting a collection notice was the final straw. I know many Wine School graduates. They say the same thing--good class--Keith is a jerk. I get it now

- red wine blending is such a fun activity - pizza was…read moredelicious and plentiful - they don't do bubbly mixes - white wine blending may or may not ocme - I can't wait to try my newly made bottle - You make tinctures of 4-5 different wine of different percentages of each to create your own person ultimate bottle of wine - the activity is fun and totally different - u even get to cap and cork the wine, which is cool - staff is totally knowledgeable about wines and wine making process

A friend an I saw an ad on Facebook for the Pizza and Wine Blending experience and since we both…read morelike pizza and wine we figured why not? Well it was AWESOME! The place is in an industrial / warehouse area of Hicksville but don't let that deter you, once inside you are first hit with the smell of oak from the barrels and see cases of wine for sale. We met Vincenzo the owner, Thomas & Eric the wine makers and the very friendly lady (sorry don't remember you name) who checked us in and helped with the blending. Everyone was super friendly, knowledgeable and spent time explaining about the wines and the wine making & blending The actual blending experience is so much fun, you get to play mad wine scientist and create you're own special blend bottle to take home! Additionally there was a pizza truck from @sidehustleBread turning out 5 different amazing pizza's. The owner Jim Serpico was so nice and I highly recommend his pizza. I was told by another person there that his bread is also amazing, I'm going to have to find out. There are many different wines available for sale along with some of the yummiest chocolates I've ever had. I highly recommend this experience!

Best. Pork Belly. Ever. Black garlic and tons of umami goodness, along with extremely fragrant rice…read moreand a ton of other goodies. Pork belly has never been the same for me again.

Ryan (Fork & Saber head chef) catered our wedding just about 4 years ago. In the past four years,…read morewithout fail the first or second thing any wedding guests say to us is how good the food was. Ryan created an amazing family style 3-4 course meal that tasted and looked so good. This is hard when you are catering for 140 people. Guests have told me they have tried to replicate some of the dishes - brussels sprouts salad, brisket, etc. Ryan had the amazing idea of setting up a meats and cheeses station outside the ceremony room so people could nibble before the wedding began if needed and then continue on with that station at the cocktail hour. Ryan was a pleasure to work with - super easy, reasonably priced, and so much fun and creative energy. You never have to worry because you know Ryan wants it to be awesome so it will be.

I invited Erika for a birthday cocktails workshop and were beyond impressed!…read more I never hosted an event like this, and she helped me plan the themed cocktails (disco night), explained about each and every spirit, built a detailed ingredients list, and made it a really good experience end to end. During the event itself she was super prepared, and guided us through the making of 3 cocktails in a funny, patient, and creative way. I really couldn't ask for a better Mixologist!

If you are thinking about using ERB Mixology, DO IT! Erika…read morehelped me determine what cocktails suited my event, and my guests were blown away by her creativity. Every drink was something to write home about - people are still talking about them! Knowing she was in charge, I didn't have a care in the world, and my party flowed flawlessly. Highly recommend!