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 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.

Such a laid back class, with good pours! He knows his stuff and breaks it down in an easy to…read moreunderstand manner. Love this!

Fantastic wine tasting. Previously, I attended courses in Cotes de Provence, France, Sonoma County,…read moreCalifornia and Washington, DC and this was definitely up there in quality. The difference maker was Keith, the instructor, who is down to earth, detailed, and engaging. With each wine Keith explained it's historical significance and as the class described them, it was easy to share thoughts and participate in the conversation. It was a fun experience where I learned a lot and I look forward to the next lesson.

Yelp is saying Corkbuzz has permanently closed, but I visited on Saturday (two days ago!!!) and…read morecan't verify the closure, so I'm writing a review assuming it's open! Corkbuzz is a wine bar inside Chelsea Market. While I typically find Chelsea Market a little too crowded and chaotic to be comfortable, my husband and I dropped in specifically for some wine and a snack in the later afternoon on Saturday. The wine bar is comfortable and cool. We grabbed a couple of barstools, ordered 1 wine (a Slovenian wine for me), 2 cocktails (for my husband; he liked the cocktail so much, he ordered a second), and a white bean dip with focaccia bread, that was garlicky and delicious. It was a comfortable place to enjoy a drink and a snack. I'd be happy to stop by again - if it's still open?!

We stopped in for the Happy Hour. You'll need to ask about it. They really did not advertise. It…read morewas only a couple of dollars off one of the white and red wine. They also had a few bar snacks such as devil eggs for $3 a half egg. The bar was cozy. Staff was very helpful.

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!

Can't believe I haven't reviewed Amanti Vino!…read more This is such a go-to when you are downtown and need to grab something for a BYOB dinner. They of course have an extensive selection of wine, but what I love the most is their selection of cold single beer cans and canned cocktails. They have some really fun and fancy brands that I've never seen before, and everything has the most beautiful packaging. I'm partial to a canned aperol spritz and negroni and this is the perfect pairing if you are headed to one of the many Italian / pizza eateries around town. Everyone here is always so friendly and helpful. The store is always well-stocked, and the selection is unparalleled. 5 stars always!

Very nice and well organized wine store. Prices tad high but…read moreit is Morristown. With a reward BYOB in town. This should be a go to spot.

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!