Exceptional Tastings & Culinary Events
Gather your favorite people for an evening of delicious food, guided tasting, culinary storytelling, and relaxed time around the table.
Perfect for friends and family, book clubs, neighborhood groups, social clubs, birthday celebrations, team outings, and community organizations, our private culinary experiences offer a memorable way to taste, learn, and connect.
Choose a destination-inspired evening, a hands-on class, or one of our signature tasting experiences. Each program is thoughtfully designed to introduce guests to exceptional extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamics, fresh ingredients, and approachable ideas they can recreate at home.
Perfect for friends and family, book clubs, neighborhood groups, social clubs, birthday celebrations, team outings, and community organizations, our private culinary experiences offer a memorable way to taste, learn, and connect.
Choose a destination-inspired evening, a hands-on class, or one of our signature tasting experiences. Each program is thoughtfully designed to introduce guests to exceptional extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamics, fresh ingredients, and approachable ideas they can recreate at home.
- Our Global Table Experiences -
Each Global Table evening explores the flavors and traditions of a selected destination through
4–5 shareable dishes, paired with exceptional extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamics.
Along the way, guests will taste the featured oils and balsamics, learn why the pairings work,
and discover simple ways to bring these flavors into their own kitchens.
Menus are planned around seasonality and the selected experience. Gluten-free accommodations
are available with advance notice; however, we may not be able to accommodate all food allergies
or dietary restrictions. Please discuss any needs with us before booking.
Evening classes are $45 per person. Minimum 15 guests.
4–5 shareable dishes, paired with exceptional extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamics.
Along the way, guests will taste the featured oils and balsamics, learn why the pairings work,
and discover simple ways to bring these flavors into their own kitchens.
Menus are planned around seasonality and the selected experience. Gluten-free accommodations
are available with advance notice; however, we may not be able to accommodate all food allergies
or dietary restrictions. Please discuss any needs with us before booking.
Evening classes are $45 per person. Minimum 15 guests.
The Greek Table
Fresh Mediterranean flavors from Greece Explore the bright, honest flavors of the Greek table, where excellent olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon, vegetables, grains, olives, and cheeses take center stage. The evening may feature village-inspired salads, whipped feta, roasted vegetables, savory pies, lemon-herb potatoes, or olive oil–finished dips. Guests will discover how peppery extra virgin olive oils, citrus, oregano, and balanced acidity bring freshness and character to even the simplest ingredients. 
La Tavola Italiana
Rich, regional, and timeless Italian flavors Gather around the Italian table for an evening inspired by the country’s regional dishes and enduring culinary traditions. The menu may include bruschetta, burrata, pesto, rustic salads, seasonal vegetables, warm crostini, antipasti, or pasta-inspired bites. Guests will explore the essential role olive oil plays in Italian cooking and discover how aged balsamics can add acidity, sweetness, and depth to both savory dishes and desserts. 
Under the Tuscan Sun
Rustic farmhouse flavors and Tuscan hospitality Experience the warmth and simplicity of the Tuscan countryside through hearty, seasonal dishes designed for sharing. The evening may feature white beans, rosemary, tomatoes, rustic breads, roasted vegetables, pecorino, olives, crostini, and other farmhouse-inspired favorites. Guests will learn how Tuscan cooking transforms humble ingredients through excellent olive oil, fresh herbs, garlic, and thoughtful seasoning. 
An Evening in Provence
Relaxed elegance from southern France Step into the markets and gardens of Provence with a menu inspired by fresh herbs, vegetables, cheeses, olives, garlic, and citrus. Dishes may include Provençal spreads, tartines, goat cheese, tomatoes, zucchini, lentils, roasted vegetables, or rustic composed salads. This experience shows how high-quality olive oil, herbs, and balanced acidity can turn simple seasonal ingredients into food that feels both relaxed and elegant. 
The Mediterranean Herb Garden
Fresh, seasonal, and centered around herbs Celebrate the herbs that give Mediterranean cooking its unmistakable character, including basil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, mint, parsley, and dill. The menu may feature herb-forward dips, salads, roasted vegetables, crostini, cheeses, grains, and seasonal produce. Guests will taste how different olive oils and balsamics bring out the character of each herb and learn easy ways to use fresh herbs more confidently at home. 
The Farmers Market
Seasonal dishes inspired by the best of the market Celebrate what is fresh, abundant, and in season with a menu built around produce, herbs, cheeses, grains, and rustic breads. Depending on what is available, the evening may include tomato-forward dishes, grilled zucchini, fresh corn, peaches, leafy greens, herb-filled salads, vegetable crostini, or simple fruit-based desserts. Guests will discover how exceptional olive oils and balsamics can enhance peak-season ingredients without overpowering them while learning easy ways to turn farmers market finds into memorable meals at home. |
A Night in Morocco
Fragrant spices and Mediterranean magic Travel to Morocco through a vibrant menu filled with warm spices, citrus, herbs, dried fruit, vegetables, grains, chickpeas, and nuts. Dishes may include spiced carrots, couscous-inspired salads, roasted vegetables, hummus, flatbread accompaniments, dates, or savory pastries. Guests will discover how olive oils and balsamics complement spices such as cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika while adding brightness and balance. 
Market Nights: The Levant
Mezze, dips, herbs, and Eastern Mediterranean flavors Enjoy a colorful spread inspired by the markets and shared tables of the Eastern Mediterranean. The menu may include hummus, labneh, whipped feta, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, herb-filled salads, flatbreads, dates, citrus, or savory pastries. Guests will explore how grassy olive oils, tahini, fresh herbs, warm spices, and sweet-tart balsamics create layers of flavor across a traditional mezze table. 
Tapas & Traditions
Bold Spanish flavors made for sharing Enjoy the lively spirit of a Spanish tapas table through a colorful collection of small plates. The menu may include marinated olives, roasted peppers, garlicky mushrooms, tomato-rubbed bread, Spanish cheeses, crispy potatoes, smoky vegetables, and citrus-marinated dishes. Guests will explore the bold contrasts of Spanish cooking, including robust olive oils, smoky seasonings, bright acidity, and sweet-tart balsamic pairings. 
Havana Nights
Citrus-bright and soulful Cuban-inspired flavors Celebrate the vibrant flavors of Cuba through a menu featuring citrus, garlic, herbs, black beans, plantains, sweet onions, tropical fruit, and comforting savory dishes. Plates may include mojo-roasted vegetables, black bean bites, plantain dishes, citrus slaw, pressed-sandwich-inspired flavors, or tropical fruit pairings. Guests will learn how olive oils and balsamics can add freshness and dimension to Cuban-inspired dishes while complementing their bright, savory character. 
Lowcountry Mediterranean
Southern hospitality meets Mediterranean living Celebrate the flavors of the Lowcountry through a fresh Mediterranean lens. This evening brings together local produce, familiar Southern favorites, seasonal ingredients, and the generous spirit of gathering around the table. Dishes may include tomato pie–inspired bites, peach or pecan pairings, corn, greens, pimento cheese, biscuits, vegetable relishes, or fresh seasonal salads. Guests will discover how olive oils and balsamics can bring new life to familiar Southern flavors, creating dishes that feel both comforting and unexpected. 
The Portuguese Table
Rustic, comforting, and full of Old World flavor Discover the welcoming flavors of Portugal through simple, deeply flavorful dishes built around olive oil, garlic, herbs, beans, vegetables, bread, citrus, and cheese. The evening may include rustic spreads, marinated vegetables, warm crostini, potato dishes, savory pastries, or sweet-and-savory fruit pairings. Guests will learn how Portuguese cooking creates warmth and richness from everyday ingredients while keeping excellent olive oil at the center of the table. |
- Our Signature Classes & Specialty Experiences -
Olive Oil & The Mediterranean Diet
Guided tasting, practical nutrition, and Mediterranean-inspired food
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Discover why extra virgin olive oil is at the heart of the Mediterranean way of eating and how easily its principles can be brought into everyday life.
Led by Olive Oil Sommelier Suzanne, this interactive experience combines guided olive oil tasting, practical nutrition insights, and a selection of simple Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Guests will learn how to recognize quality extra virgin olive oil, understand its role in the Mediterranean Diet, and explore approachable ways to use vegetables, whole grains, beans, herbs, and other wholesome ingredients at home.
The menu may include homemade hummus, Mediterranean salads, marinated beans, seasonal vegetables, dips, or other healthy small bites.
This experience is ideal for groups interested in healthy living, great flavor, and practical ideas for making everyday meals more enjoyable.
NOTE: Gluten-free options are available with advance notice. Because these are shared culinary experiences, we cannot guarantee accommodation for every food allergy or dietary restriction.
Guided tasting, practical nutrition, and Mediterranean-inspired food
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Discover why extra virgin olive oil is at the heart of the Mediterranean way of eating and how easily its principles can be brought into everyday life.
Led by Olive Oil Sommelier Suzanne, this interactive experience combines guided olive oil tasting, practical nutrition insights, and a selection of simple Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Guests will learn how to recognize quality extra virgin olive oil, understand its role in the Mediterranean Diet, and explore approachable ways to use vegetables, whole grains, beans, herbs, and other wholesome ingredients at home.
The menu may include homemade hummus, Mediterranean salads, marinated beans, seasonal vegetables, dips, or other healthy small bites.
This experience is ideal for groups interested in healthy living, great flavor, and practical ideas for making everyday meals more enjoyable.
NOTE: Gluten-free options are available with advance notice. Because these are shared culinary experiences, we cannot guarantee accommodation for every food allergy or dietary restriction.
Chocolate After Dark
A Four-Course Tasting | Sweet Meets Unexpected
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 12 guests.
Discover how the fruitiness, bitterness, and peppery finish of exceptional olive oils can enhance and transform chocolate and other sweet flavors.
This intimate four-course tasting explores a range of textures, temperatures, and pairings—from delicate and citrus-kissed to rich and deeply chocolatey.
Each course is thoughtfully designed to highlight a different expression of the pairing, including olive oil–finished desserts, warm sauces, bright citrus notes, and distinctive balsamics.
The result is a tasting experience that is surprising, balanced, and unforgettable.
A Four-Course Tasting | Sweet Meets Unexpected
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 12 guests.
Discover how the fruitiness, bitterness, and peppery finish of exceptional olive oils can enhance and transform chocolate and other sweet flavors.
This intimate four-course tasting explores a range of textures, temperatures, and pairings—from delicate and citrus-kissed to rich and deeply chocolatey.
Each course is thoughtfully designed to highlight a different expression of the pairing, including olive oil–finished desserts, warm sauces, bright citrus notes, and distinctive balsamics.
The result is a tasting experience that is surprising, balanced, and unforgettable.
Salad Dressing 101
Guided Tasting, Homemade Dressings, and Freshly Composed Salads
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Discover how easy—and delicious—it can be to create fresh, flavorful salad dressings at home using
exceptional extra virgin olive oils and balsamics.
This interactive private class begins with a guided olive oil and balsamic tasting, followed by practical tips for
building a well-balanced dressing using the right combination of oil, acidity, seasoning, sweetness, and texture.
Guests will taste a selection of homemade dressings and enjoy them with either thoughtfully composed salads or a fresh build-your-own salad bar, depending on the format selected for the group.
Along the way, guests will learn how to match dressings with different greens, vegetables, grains, fruits, cheeses, and toppings, while discovering how flavored oils and balsamics can make everyday salads feel completely new.
Each guest will leave with recipes, pairing ideas, and the confidence to create delicious homemade dressings and beautiful salads at home.
Guided Tasting, Homemade Dressings, and Freshly Composed Salads
Private weekday evening classes are $45 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Discover how easy—and delicious—it can be to create fresh, flavorful salad dressings at home using
exceptional extra virgin olive oils and balsamics.
This interactive private class begins with a guided olive oil and balsamic tasting, followed by practical tips for
building a well-balanced dressing using the right combination of oil, acidity, seasoning, sweetness, and texture.
Guests will taste a selection of homemade dressings and enjoy them with either thoughtfully composed salads or a fresh build-your-own salad bar, depending on the format selected for the group.
Along the way, guests will learn how to match dressings with different greens, vegetables, grains, fruits, cheeses, and toppings, while discovering how flavored oils and balsamics can make everyday salads feel completely new.
Each guest will leave with recipes, pairing ideas, and the confidence to create delicious homemade dressings and beautiful salads at home.
Sourdough 101
A hands-on bread-baking experience.
Private weekday evening classes are $65 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $65 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Gather your group for a fun, hands-on introduction to the art of sourdough bread.
Guests will learn the fundamentals of working with a sourdough starter, mixing and handling dough, shaping a loaf,
and creating the structure and flavor that make naturally fermented bread so special.
The instructor will share practical tips, answer questions, and help take the mystery out of baking sourdough
at home.
Each guest will leave with recipes, helpful guidance, and greater confidence to begin—or improve--
their own sourdough journey.
A hands-on bread-baking experience.
Private weekday evening classes are $65 per person with a minimum of 15 guests.
Private weekday daytime classes are $65 per person with a minimum of 10 guests.
Gather your group for a fun, hands-on introduction to the art of sourdough bread.
Guests will learn the fundamentals of working with a sourdough starter, mixing and handling dough, shaping a loaf,
and creating the structure and flavor that make naturally fermented bread so special.
The instructor will share practical tips, answer questions, and help take the mystery out of baking sourdough
at home.
Each guest will leave with recipes, helpful guidance, and greater confidence to begin—or improve--
their own sourdough journey.
A $250 deposit is required to reserve your date and will be applied to the final balance. Final guest count is due 10 days before the event. The confirmed guest count will be used for planning, food preparation, and final billing. Remaining payment is due by cash or credit card on the day of the event.
For more information, or to schedule an event, call Suzanne at (843) 681-2722
Have a fun class idea? We’d love to bring it to life! We specialize in creating custom experiences for private groups. Call Suzanne at 843-681-2722 to start planning.