5 Delicious Holiday Culinary Classes to try at the CIA at Greystone

Bring some holiday cheer to the kitchen by enrolling in exclusive classes at the historic Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. The world-renowned St. Helena campus has a month of festive workshops planned to help you brush up on your skills before the New Year. Here are the single-day classes you can’t miss.

Pies and Tarts

Pies can be rather intimidating, but when you’re learning from some of the best culinary instructors in the world, you’ll master the techniques to make the perfect pie every time. Prepare flaky pie and tart doughs, sweet and savory fillings, and learn a variety of creative crimping techniques. December 1st, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register here.

All that Sparkles

Gear up for New Years Eve with an interactive class that gives you the ins and outs of your favorite bubblies. Explore how sparkling wine is made, its history and development, and how to evaluate a glass of bubbly like a pro. December 8th, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Register here.

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Wine and Chocolate

Learn the tricks of hosting a memorable holiday wine and chocolate dessert pairing. Get tips for balancing bitterness, sweetness, and the intensity in wines. Create great flavor combos yourself using chocolates from the CIA’s own chocolatier. December 15th, 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Register here.

Hors d'Oeuvre for the Holidays

Hors d’oeuvres set the mood for a holiday meal, so it’s important to get them right. Create a broad range of small bites, from simple to elegant. Impress your guests with professional techniques and unique recipes learned in this hands-on class. December 15th, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register here.

California Cheeses and the Sparkling Wines that Love Them

After you master the hors d’oeuvres class, learn how to create the perfect cheese and wine pairing to compliment a multi-course holiday dinner. The CIA is hosting a special holiday edition of their Cheese and Sparkling Wine class. Taste some of the best gourmet California cheeses and learn what works when pairing them with a glass of bubbly. December 16th, 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Register here.

CIA at Greystone offers more than just culinary classes. Check out our CIA dining guide to their onsite eateries featuring cuisine and confections crafted by students.

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Spend the Holidays with the Wine Country Inn

The Wine Country Inn is only a few short minutes from the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. Immerse yourself in the Napa Valley’s food and wine culture by booking our Cabernet Season special offer today. Enjoy a minimum of two nights at our St. Helena boutique hotel and receive discounted nightly rates, St. Helena’s ‘Little Book of Big Experiences’, a split of wine and assorted in-room beverages, complimentary wine country breakfasts, and weekend wine tastings hosted by a local vintner.