December 15 - Flight School: Unique Virginia Wines (In-Person )

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December 15 - Flight School: Unique Virginia Wines (In-Person )

$55.00

Welcome to FLIGHT SCHOOL - your new monthly wine -tasting adventure!

In collaboration with Vineyard Fare, we’re launching Flight School - a once a month global wine tasting experience. Let’s celebrate the end of 2026 by exploring some of Virginia’s finest wines.

Each flight features handpicked wines perfectly paired with themed bites that bring each region to life.

What’s included in Flight School?

Collect a stamp in your Flight School Passport (provided) each time you attend a class
Come to 3 consecutive classes and you’ll unlock access into our exclusive Flight Club, with VIP discounts and insider - only perks.

Chef Christine Wansleben & Allie Smith, owner Vineyard Fare

Class time 6:30-9:00 p.m.

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November 18 - Holiday Cocktails and Canapes (Hands-On)

$110.00

Join us for our hands on, collab class of food and spirits with Beth Dixon of Salt and Acid. Do you need some food and drink ideas for your Holiday gathering? Cocktail Menu: TBD. Food Menu: Zaatar Chicken Skewers with Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Pimento Cheese Filled Mini Peppers, Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts,Shrimp Salad in Puff Pastry, and Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti.

Price includes the class plus specialty beverages.

Known for her shrubs and high acid cocktails, Beth is the sole proprietor of Salt and Acid. Through her business, she focuses on cocktail menu consulting, bar staff training and private events. She currently serves as President for the Richmond, VA chapter of the United States Bartenders’ Guild.

Chef Christine Wansleben & Beth Dixon

Class time 6:30-9:00 p.m.

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November 19 - Date Night: Sonoma in the Fall (Hands-On)

$180.00

Let’s enjoy the cool, crisp air of Northern California with a dinner reflective of the Sonoma Valley. Menu includes: Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Raspberry Preserves, Honey and Thyme, Roasted Pear, Radicchio & Gorgonzola Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette, Herb-Crusted Chicken with Apple Cider Pan Sauce, Wild Rice, Cranberry & Toasted Walnut Pilaf, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic & Pomegranate. PRICE COVERS 2 GUESTS.

Chef Angela Petruzzelli

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

November 20 - Perfect Pairing with Festa del Vino: Holiday Parties (Part Hands-On)

$90.00

Mise En Place and Festa del Vino are teaming up to offer you a “one-stop shop” for planning your holiday parties. This interactive class will include preparation of some delicious appetizers – many that can be made in advance -- all perfectly paired with wines from around the globe. Menu includes: Fig & Goat Cheese Pinwheels, Mini Crab Cakes, Beef Wellington Bites, Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Stuffed Mushrooms and a dessert. With recipes in hand and wines available for purchase after the class, you’ll be readily prepared to host your own events this holiday season. Next Perfect Pairing Class is on Dec. 5 - Holiday Brunch Edition

Chef Christine Wansleben & Faith McClintic, Founder & Owner Festa del Vino RVA

Class time 6:30-9:00 p.m.

November 21 - A Venezuelan Holiday Party (In Person)

$90.00

Join Chef Yvette Daniel, owner of The Wooden Spoon Catering, for a fun and delicious night of story telling, food & fun.

Chef Yvette has an incredible lineup of Venezuelan special holiday dishes. Menu will include Pan de Jamon - Holiday Smoked Ham Bread Roll, Cazuela de Mariscos - Seafood Soup, Quesillo - Venezuelan Flan

Chef Yvette Daniel is a bilingual Spanish-American dual citizen and an honors graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary & Baking Arts. “I grew up in Spain in a charming beachside town near Barcelona where I attended The Anglo American School. I moved to RVA in the winter of 2017 to open my restaurant “The Wooden Spoon” on Libbie & Patterson Avenues.”

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

November 23- A New England Harvest Dinner (Hands On Class)

$90.00

Welcome Fall and all the things PSL! Here’s a perfect dinner to enjoy by the fire. Menu will include: Baked Apple & Cheddar Crostini with Thyme, Maple Roasted Butternut Squash with Pepitas, Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apples & Shallots, Cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf, and Crispy Oven Roast Potatoes.

Chef Angela Petruzzelli

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

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November 30 - Autumn Dinner in Mykonos (Hands On)

$90.00

We are heading to Greece this fall to enjoy all of the fresh, fantastic flavors of the Mediterranean. This island my be small, but the nightlife and the flavors are over the top! Enjoy this hands-on cooking class, learning traditional techniques, followed by a delicious dinner. Our menu includes: Baked Feta with Orange Blossom Honey on Crostini, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Crispy Pita Chips, Moussaka, Creamy Lemon Orzo and Briam: Greek Roasted Vegetables.

Chef Angela Petruzzelli

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

December 5 - Perfect Pairing with Festa del Vino: Winter Brunch (Part Hands-On)

$90.00

Mise En Place and Festa del Vino are teaming up to offer you a “one-stop shop” for planning a winter brunch. This interactive class will include preparation of some delicious festive brunch dishes – many that can be made in advance -- all perfectly paired with wines from around the globe. Menu includes: Classic Southern Ham Biscuits, Apple Cinnamon Baked French Toast, a Spanish Omelet with Romesco Sauce, Winter Citrus Salad, and Sweet Cream Stuffed Poached Pears. With recipes in hand and wines available for purchase after the class, you’ll be readily prepared to host your own events this holiday season.

Chef Christine Wansleben & Faith McClintic, Founder & Owner Festa del Vino RVA

Class time 11:00 AM-1:30 PM

December 11 - A Very English Christmas (Hands - On)

$90.00

Tonight we are preparing a menu perfect for celebrating in the English Countryside. Chef Laurel lived in England for several years and we will have a feast that fit for a King. Menu includes: Herb Roasted Cornish Hens, Honey Roasted Parsnips & Carrots, Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts & Bacon, Crispy Potatoes, and a Spice Poached Pear Panettone Trifle.

Chef Christine Wansleben & Chef Laurel Herman

Class Time: 6:30-9:00PM

December 12 - Sabor de Espana: A Holiday Paella For Two (Hands On)

$190.00

Join Chef Yvette Daniel, owner of The Wooden Spoon Catering, for a fun and delicious night of story telling, paella and more.

Paella Class: A step by step HANDS ON COOKING CLASS making of Paella focusing on technique, products and measurements. Menu will include: Pan con Tomate Aceite y Aioli (Spanish tomato bread ) with Traditional Aioli, Holiday Paella, and an Spanish Almond Cake. Price is PER COUPLE.

Class provided recipes to make notes.

Chef Yvette Daniel is a bilingual Spanish-American dual citizen and an honors graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary & Baking Arts

I grew up in Spain in a charming beachside town near Barcelona where I attended The Anglo American School. I moved to RVA in the winter of 2017 to open my restaurant “The Wooden Spoon” on Libbie & Patterson Avenues.

Class Time: 5:30-8:00PM

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