April 11: Easy Entertaining 

Spring is full of celebrations such as Easter, Mother’s Day, graduations, and even just casual patio dining. In this workshop, Jerilynne, The Hill Country Bon Vivant, will share tips that the pros use. You’ll learn how to plan and execute a celebration with ease and still make every guest feel special. This class is about making a plan that is easy to follow and will reduce stress on the day, allowing every guest to have a good time, but so will the host! 

Led By: Jerilynne Clifford, The Hill Country Bon Vivant

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $25pp includes a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

April 18: Magic from Spring Produce

Whether you are a seasoned gardener, are just getting started with a few potted herbs, or you prefer to pick up fresh greens from your local grocery store, this class will help you know how to use and preserve your herbs. This will be a demonstration cooking class, with practical tips you can take home and use right away. 

Led By: Chef Briana Fuchs

11am-12pm $35pp includes cooking demonstration, small samples of the prepared foods, recipes, and a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

April 25: Wine & Cheese Pairing

Less Guessing. Better Pairings.
Pairing wine with your cheese is a delicious way to elevate a simple snack. Learn the fundamentals of wine and cheese pairing while tasting the combinations for yourself. You’ll learn how acidity, weight, and flavor play together, how to avoid common pairing mistakes, and how to make confident choices for yourself. 

Led by: Amie Nemec, Covington’s Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $35pp includes 4 wines paired with 4 cheeses (wine club discounts apply)

May 2: Olive Oil Tasting

Learn about the differences in olive oils while tasting four examples from different parts of the world. Identify which types of oils are best for cooking, dipping, or dressings. 

Leb by: Cindy Lawson, proprietor  

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $35pp includes a glass of wine and samples of four olive oils (wine club discounts apply)

May 9: Flowers from Your Garden

Learn to use fresh flowers, herbs, and plants from your yard to make simple yet beautiful flower arrangements. 

Led by: Amie Nemec, Covington’s Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $20pp includes a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

May 16: Rosé All Day

Comparison of methods of making rose and introduction of our estate rosé. Pink wines can be delicious and refreshing all year, but springtime is when these wines are the most in demand. Learn how rosé wines are made while tasting five examples. Rosé is just for a poolside splash or a starter glass, we’ll share pairing suggestions that will make you want to order a glass at your next lunch or open a bottle for dinner tonight.

11am-12pm $35pp includes a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

May 23: Summer Sauces

Learn easy techniques for creating flavorful sauces for your summer dishes.

This will be a demonstration cooking class, with practical tips you can take home and use right away. 

Led By: Chef Briana Fuchs

Location: VIP room

11am-12pm $35pp includes cooking demonstration, recipes, and a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

May 30: Throwing a Summer Dinner Party

Be inspired to throw a dinner party this summer with no occasion other than friendship. Jerilynne Clifford, The Hill Country Bon Vivant, will share tips for preparing in advance and wowing your guests with stress-free preparations. 

Led By: Jerilynne Clifford, The Hill Country Bon Vivant

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $25pp includes a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)