Cheese Culture Calendar

January to April 2010 Schedule

January 14, 7 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (East)
Eat Better Cheese

January 24, 2 pm, Bière et Compagnie, Bar Volo

February 4, 7:30 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (West)
Alpine Cheese

February 11, 7 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (East)
Dessert Cheese

March 4, 7:30 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (West)
Québec Cheese: Past and Present

March 18, 7 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (East)
I Never Met a Goat I Didn't Like

April 8, 7:30 pm, Night School for Cheese Fans (West)
Baa Baa Best Sheep

CLASSES

Join Julia Rogers for entertaining and educational cheese and wine classes.

Night School for Cheese Fans

Enhance your cheese knowledge and appreciation, while enjoying Leslieville Cheese Market's flavourful wares at this series of fun, tasty and informative classes. Each one hour class costs $20 and includes the opportunity to save %10 on all cheese purchases.

The Leslieville Cheese Market (East) is located at 891 Queen Street East (Queen and Logan). Call 416-465-7143 for more information and reservations. The Leslieville Cheese Market (West) is located at 541 Queen Street West (Queen and Augusta). Call 416-361-3111 for more information and reservations.

December 3 Fireside Beer, Wine and Cheese
When the weather outside is frightful, beer and wine ad cheese are so delightful! Join us for another of our popular triple threat classes, hosted by Sam Corbeil (Mill Street) and Julia Rogers. Enjoy a selection of warming, potent beers and wines, along with a spread of serious winter cheeses. (Premium class: $40 per person.)

December 15 The Best of 2009
Come enjoy our top picks among the cheeses that were new, or new to the Market, this past year. Toast the top tastes with a glass of bubbly, as we track the trends and give you an inside scoop on what to expect for 2010.

January 14 Eat Better Cheese
Now here's a resolution that should be easy to keep! Learn to taste for quality as you sample Leslieville cheeses that are top in their class. Sharpen your judgment by trying to spot a supermarket imposter, masquerading as good cheese! A glass of wine is sure to enhance your skills.

February 4 Alpine Cheese
Whether for après ski, or après day-lounging-around-on-the-couch, nothing is more restorative on a cold winter day than a plate of hearty mountain cheeses, some crusty bread and a dry sausage or two. Come sample a spread of Alpine classics from Switzerland, France and Italy, while learning about the history and styles of mountain cheese.

February 11 Dessert Cheese
Beat the February blahs and pick up ideas for Valentine's day at this evening of fabulous sweet and salthy flavours. Enjoy a range of cheeses paired with condiments, cake, chocolate and an after-dinner tipple or two.

March 4 Québec Cheese: Past and Present
It's fair to say that Québec cheese is a Canadian favourite, with a reputation for quality and creativity appreciated from coast-to-coast and internationally. This class outlines the 400-year history of dairying in La Belle Province, and provides opportunities to taste traditional and contemporary styles.

March 18 I Never Met a Goat I Didn't Like
Whether you are a confirmed chèvre-o-phile, or still on the fence, this class will impress you with the diversity of goat cheeses, and their long and fascinating history. Come sample a surprising range of flavours from all over the world, and discover just how likeable goats can be.

April 8 Baa Baa Best Sheep
Sheep were the earliest animals domesticated for dairying, and though their milk yield is small, it has special properties that make it a treasure for cheese makers and consumers alike. Come learn why as you sample a selection of tasty ewe cheeses from near and far.

Click here for tasting notes from previous classes

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EVENTS

Bière et Compagnie: An afternoon of Québec beer, cheese and accompaniments presented by HMH Negotiants and Cheese Culture.

Experience the diversity and creativity of Québec's food and drink scene while enjoying beers from three breweries – Dieu du Ciel!, Charlevoix and Les Trois Mousquetaires – paired with a flight of craft cheeses from La Belle Province. Linger over your final glass with a selection of treats from Toronto's Micro-chocolatier, Chocosol.

Bar Volo
587 Yonge St. Toronto (Corner of Yonge & Dundonald)
Sunday, January 24, 2010, from 2:00pm - 4:00pm

$50.00 (40 available seats)
Tickets in advance from <tom@barvolo.com>

For more information please visit
www.hmhnegotiants.com
www.barvolo.com
www.chocosoltraders.com

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=399760720057&ref=mf

UPDATES

Professional Development for Cheese Retailers

Cheese Culture now offers the following educational opportunities for cheese professionals:

Cheese Fundamentals for Retailers
A five-hour (two session) course that develops product knowledge and customer service skills. Lectures, discussions, tastings and activities cover the following topics:

Cheese history, production, ingredients, families, regions and current issues
Sensory appreciation of cheese and communication of cheese flavour
Advising consumers about cheese selection, storage and service for optimal enjoyment

Materials and presentation are adapted to the retailer’s inventory, learning goals and existing level of knowledge. The course is on-site and at the client’s convenience.

Wine for Cheese Professionals
A five-hour (two session) course that provides fundamentals for understanding wine. Lectures, discussions, tastings and activities cover the following topics:

Sensory appreciation of wine based on a strategic approach to tasting
Overview of grape varieties, flavour profiles and major styles
Theory and application of food and wine pairing principles with an emphasis on cheese
Instruction leading to the WSET Foundation Certificate is also available. Ask for more information about this internationally recognized credential.

Materials and presentation are adapted to the retailer’s inventory, learning goals and existing level of knowledge. The course is on-site and at the client’s convenience.

Master Classes for Cheese Retailers
Customized educational seminars and workshops for retail teams with specific learning goals. Topics include, but are not limited to: advanced cheese and wine pairing, regional or seasonal cheese focuses, cheese catering and gift programs.

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