Experiencing the finer things in life is a relatively simple act when one lives in the epicenter (New York City and Brooklyn) of all things culinary. No doubt creative artistry in cooking and pairing foods reigns supreme in our hood. The artisanal hands that make up some of Brooklyn’s finest flavors come together with Compass Box Whisky to present a unique tasting experience combining some of the most coveted flavors of them all--, whisky, cheese and chocolate into true utopian pairings! We start with Compass Box hand-crafted scotch whiskies, that illustrious whisky made with unique blending craftsmanship and known for running the gamut from soft to light, sweet oak flavors and nuances; then out to the big, smoky and complex ones. Brooklyn’s very own Stinky Brooklyn, the connoisseurs of all things fromage will be using their famed sniffers and pallets to do what they do best- let you taste the best of the best. The delectable sweets of the Chocolate Room will round out the pairings (and probably blow your mind). Together with Ger-Nis Culinary & Herb Center, this trifecta of flavor will transform and enhance the flavors of whisky, cheese and chocolate into an unforgettable and unprecedented 6 course tasting experience.
Recipes: Amuse Course, Cocktail Course, Cake Course, Savory Course, Ice Cream Course, Truffle Course
Class Type: Special Tasting Event
Class Notes: Discover how three seemingly different ingredients can come together in the hands of four devoted artisans.
Featured Chef: Rob Valencia, The Chocolate Room
Executive Pastry Chef for the chocolate room has worked in some of the top food cities in the United States, Rob brings a wide variety of influences and culture to our restaurants. His pedigree includes Boulevard in San Francisco, Blue Fin in New York City, and Biga in San Antonio. Rob’s passion for local ingredients, artisanal breads, handcrafted chocolates and unique flavors of ice cream is abundantly displayed in his offerings and artistic creations .
Participating Chefs:
Jon Payson, The Chocolate Room - Owner of the Brooklyn dessert café the Chocolate Room; Dessert master
Nissa Pierson, Ger-Nis Culinary & Herb Center - Founder of Ger-Nis Culinary & Herb Center; Plotter of World Herbal Takeover
Patrick Watson, Stinky Brooklyn - Co-owner Stinky Bklyn; Crusader for better cheese.
Robin Robinson, Compass Box Whiskeys - US Brand Ambassador for Compass Box Whisky Company; Wine & Spirit Aficionado