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Grand Cheese Tasting

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Sat, Apr 28 11:00am - 3:00pm at G.Wiz

You “cheddar believe it” that this event will be a mecca for the cheesiest foodies around. GWIZ will be flowing with booths from top vendors. Vendors will provide food items, wine pairings, and many gourmet artisan cheeses from all around the world. The festival will be from 11:00am-3:00pm. Families and friends of all ages and sizes are welcome to join us for this celebration of cheese.

  • $15 Per Adult
  • $7 Per Child
  • $45 Per Family (2 adults, 2 children)
  • $35 Per Family - GWIZ Members
 

Cheesehead University

School will be offered in addition to “The Grand Cheese Tasting”. The classes will be in session at 10:00am and 1:30pm and space will be limited. Registered students will earn a Big Cheese Diploma. Presented by Wholefoods Market.

$20 Per Class

10:00 to 11:30 Sessions

Cheese Science for the Cheese Monger

Ever wonder what makes cheddar a cheddar and a brie a brie when they have the same ingredients? Join Kari Foley, Whole Foods Market Regional Cheese Buyer on a journey through the science of cheese. From milking to plate...and also why certain foods and beverages pair better with cheeses. Who knew science could taste so good!

The American Cheese Plate

Join Evan Brown, from Gourmet Foods International, and expert on American Artisan Cheeses, as he takes us on a cross country tripofcheesesfromAmericanArtisanCheesemakers. Participants will taste their way across the country, Farm to Table...

1:30 to 3:00 Sessions

How to Navigate the Cheese Counter

France, Italy, Spain, Holland, Switzerland, American, Cheddar, Blues, Bries, Goat, Sheep... Feel overwhelmed when standing at a cheese counter? It really is not as intimidating as you would think! Learn how to walk up to a cheese counter and walk away with exactly what you were craving!

You’ll be an expert in no time!

Beer Vs. Wine Cheese Pairing

The pairing of wine with cheese has long been a long standing tradition. However, the recent revival of craft brewing has paved the way to beautiful brews that can hold their own and prove to pair as perfectly as wine does. Join Master Cheese mongers, Grape Gurus and Brew Masters for a tasting of artisanal cheeses paired with a specially selected wine and beer, and vote for your favorites in this contest between great beverages.

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