Thursday Sips & Nibbles

I am back again with a new edition of Thursday Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food & drink events.
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1) Encore Boston Harbor has announced its lineup for October Master Classes and wine dinners to be held at various venues throughout the resort. The experiences are designed to inspire guest’s creativity and provide expert instruction and interaction from the resort’s leading specialists.

Sunday, October 6: Gameday Classics at On Deck Burger Bar
Join Chef Jaqueline Bullio and plan the perfect tailgate or backyard gameday party. Guests will learn the art of finger food, gameday favorites and snacks through a hands-on culinary experience in the Rare Steakhouse Kitchen. Once the bites are complete, everyone will indulge and enjoy the Patriots vs. Redskins game at the On Deck Burger Bar VIP fireplace and lounge.
The class is held from 11:00 a.m. until 1 p.m. and a private game watch will follow for the 1 p.m. game. Tickets are $199.

Thursday, October 17: Fall Mixology at Garden Lounge
Join Resort Mixologist, Adam Dennis and members of our beverage team for an interactive tutorial on crafting the perfect cocktail. Explore techniques that have been developed by bartenders from all around the world for over the past century. This class will include a detailed explanation of the spirits and accentuating elements that are used to construct fall libations. Guests will have the opportunity to learn the best methods to shake, stir or blend cocktails through hands-on use of tools and one-on-one instruction.
The event starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $99.

Friday, October 18: La Spinetta Wine Dinner at Sinatra
Join for a tour of Piedmont and experience the wines of La Spinetta. Special guest, Giorgio Rivetti will explain the flavor profiles and tasting notes while you indulge in a classic Italian truffle dinner, during this intimate evening. Taste some of La Spinetta’s best crus from a magnum and revel in the delightful combination of truffle and Nebbiolo.
The dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. and tickets are $245.

Ticket prices do not include taxes, fees or gratuity. Tickets can be purchased by contacting the Encore Boston Harbor concierge at 857-770-7070. All October Master Classes and wine dinners are 21 and over events.

2) On Monday, October 7, from 6pm-9pm, The Table at Season to Taste is proud to host its second annual Boston Chefs for Gun Safety farm social at Wright Locke Farm in Winchester. Chef Carl Dooley and Pastry Chef Mary Edinger are delighted to welcome guest chefs Cassie Piuma (Sarma), Lydia Reichert (Sycamore), Peter Ungár (Tasting Counter), David Bazirgan (Bambara), Brian Miller (Fat Hen) and Kristen Rummel (Honeycomb Creamery) for a night of food, drink and music on the farm.

This year, instead of a seated dinner, the evening will feature a tastings event with each chef at their own table, creating a delicious food and an interactive atmosphere. The evening will highlight guest speakers from Moms Demand Action Massachusetts and the Survivors Network.

“These chefs are our friends, and they will be here because they care. This is such an important cause. I have two young children at home and I am stunned at what is going on in society and in our schools. At The Table at Season To Taste it is part of our mission to make a difference in our community. My team deeply appreciates that our chef friends share our conviction. We have to do what we can, so we are hosting this event on October 7th at the beautiful Wright Locke Farm in Winchester, and I know it will be an amazing evening of food, drink, music and friendship” shares Dooley.

Tickets are $115, and to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.cambridgetable.com/events.