Assiniboine Park Winter Foodie Series
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Love food? Here’s your chance to enjoy food samplings prepared by local chefs sprinkled with horticultural, historical and cultural tidbits. All of this is topped off with expert pairings from the Manitoba Liquor Marts. You will be consuming alcoholic beverage samples, so make sure you arrange a ride to and from these events.

Participants must be 18 years or older to attend.

The samplings take place from 7pm to 9pm at MLCC Madison Square Teaching Kitchen. The cost to attend is $45 + GST per class.

Here’s a list of upcoming Foodie Series events:

Tuesday, January 14 | Celebration of Ukrainian New Year
Feasting on fish, pork, legumes, cabbage rolls, cakes, and other confections is a big part of Ukrainian New Year’s Eve and Day festivities. Gather with your Foodie family to reflect on the past year, make toasts and predictions about the coming year, as we exchange pleasantries and enjoy good food and drink.

Tuesday, January 21 | Spanish Fare Flare – CLASS FULL
Spanish fare is fragrant, piquant and delicious. Join as we explore some of the delicious offering from Spain beyond the standard Paella, learn some cultural tidbits, and sample its quality wines.

Tuesday, January 28 | Fine German Fare
What comes to you when think of German cuisine? Do you dream of mouth-watering rinderroulade, schnitzel, bratwurst and sauerkraut? Do you conjure up the northerly vineyards that produce sweet wines quite unlike any others in Europe? Do you see very hearty meals with an emphasis on meat and potatoes? Do you picture the distinct brewing styles of beer that are a major part of German culture? Join us to enjoy some great drinks and authentic German cooking.

Tuesday, February 4 | Vietnam: Tastes of the Orient – CLASS FULL
Vietnam’s glorious and fresh fare incorporates a dazzling array of spices, herbs, noodles and more. Learn some of the horticulture, culture and folklore that surrounds this well known destination spot.

Tuesday, February 11 | Going Cajun in New Orleans – CLASS FULL
The foods of New Orleans are noted for being smoky, fiery, bold and filled with flavour. Find out why food enthusiast’s rave about ‘The Big Easy’ and its fabulous food and wine.

Tuesday, February 18 | Savouring the Tastes of the Mediterranean – CLASS FULL
We’ve been hearing more and more about the delights of Mediterranean cuisine and its numerous health benefits. Join us as we sample the delicious offerings of the sun soaked region.

Tuesday, February 25 | Rock and Roll Recipes
Join us for some musically inspired creations by some classic rock icons, enjoy some Red Red Wine (UB40) and Have a Drink on Me (AC/DC)! Enjoy some Poundcake (Van Halen), a Champagne Supernova (Oasis), a Cheeseburger in Paradise (Jimmy Buffett) and at the end we’ll say Bye-Bye with some Miss American Pie (Don Maclean)!

Tuesday, March 4 | Savouring the Tastes of the Mediterranean – NEW CLASS ADDED!
We’ve been hearing more and more about the delights of Mediterranean cuisine and its numerous health benefits. Join us as we sample the delicious offerings of the sun soaked region.

Tuesday, March 11 | Spanish Fare Flare – NEW CLASS ADDED
Spanish fare is fragrant, piquant and delicious. Join as we explore some of the delicious offering from Spain beyond the standard Paella, learn some cultural tidbits, and sample its quality wines.

Tuesday, March 18 | Going Cajun in New Orleans – NEW CLASS ADDED
The foods of New Orleans are noted for being smoky, fiery, bold and filled with flavour. Find out why food enthusiast’s rave about ‘The Big Easy’ and its fabulous food and wine.

If you’re interested in any of the events then make sure to send in your registration. [ASSINIBOINE PARK]