Niagara residents have a chance to up their entertaining game this holiday season, thanks to a roster of holiday-themed workshops offered by the College’s Part-time Studies division.
Brand new this year is a Holiday Cocktails course, where participants will learn the fundamentals of what makes a great tasting cocktail, how it’s prepared, and the history of the ingredients being used. Hands-on demonstrations of holiday-favourite cocktails will have participants serving up a storm this holiday season.
The workshop will be lead by Andrea Fujarczuk, wine judge, writer and lecturer, and a graduate of the College’s Winery and Viticulture Technician program. Fujarczuk, along with her husband, is also preparing to open a new distillery in Ontario’s Muskoka area.
“We’ll learn the origins of cocktails, the importance of the balance in each drink, and help you customize signature drinks and impress your guests while you celebrate with friends and family this holiday season,” said Fujarczuk.
The course will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, and is open to anyone over the age of 18 with a keen interest in crafting drinkable holiday treats. Register online.
The Holiday Cocktails workshop is the latest addition to the Canadian Food and Wine Institute’s (CFWI) holiday-themed part-time training options offered to the public. Other available workshops include the Holiday Cheer Baking, a one-day course teaching participants how to make perfectly crafted holiday cookies, and Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres, in which participants learn to prepare and freeze homemade holiday appetizers.
“The Canadian Food and Wine Institute houses programs, facilities, and expertise that are truly unique and exceptional,” said CFWI dean Craig Youdale. Our Part-Time Studies here at CFWI is the opportunity for our community and region to experience what our students experience each and every day.”
The Canadian Food and Wine Institute continues to expand the part-time training options it offers to the community. October saw the introduction of the College’s successful Brew Academy training course to Prince Edward County. A full list of the CFWI’s part-time training offerings is available at www.canadianfoodandwineinstitute.ca/classes.
“Here at Niagara College, we have such a unique opportunity to showcase our incredible region, the talent of our team and our amazing facilities. Our PT holiday courses provide a fun, entertaining and interactive platform that supports lifelong learning at its finest,” said Jeff Steen, the CFWI’s industry engagement and corporate training manager.
The College has more also has more on offer than just delights for the taste buds. Registration is also open for the NC Greenhouse’s annual holiday urn workshop. Participants will enjoy fresh baked products and hot beverages prepared by Benchmark Restaurant, and will learn to create a visually stunning display of holiday greens to adorn the house for the holidays. Four sessions are available from Nov. 18 – Dec. 8. Registration and more information can be found here.
