TASTINGS ● LECTURES ● TOURS ● DEMOS
Thu, Apr 1, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm, $12
HOW TO HAVE A CONSCIOUS KITCHEN
Alexandra Zissu, author of The Conscious Kitchen and co-author of The Complete Organic Pregnancy and two other books in the works, talks about making key kitchen decisions with three criteria in mind: what’s good for personal health, what’s good for the planet and what tastes great. All with an eye toward keeping expenses in check. Learn, among other things, when to buy organic fruit, which seafood is safe to eat and sustainable and how to navigate farmers’ markets, giant supermarkets and every shop in between. Walk away knowing you can make the best possible choices for yourself, your family and the planet.
Thu, Apr 15, 2-4 pm, $25
HISTORIC HOTEL BARS AND RESTAURANTS
Walk through the doors of a bygone era on a tour of New York’s historic hotel bars and restaurants. Wending your way through Midtown, savor the ambience at some of the city’s most beloved meeting places, including Peacock Alley at the Waldorf-Astoria, The Oak Bar at the Plaza Hotel, the King Cole Bar at the St. Regis and others. Join food writer and author Kara Newman for a trip back in time and learn the fascinating histories behind New York bars of the early 20th century. Newman is the author of Spice and Ice: 60 Tongue-Tingling Cocktails.
Thu, Apr 22, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm, $20
GOURMET LOVER’S TOUR OF ITALY
Francine Segan leads an after-work tasting trip through Italy without leaving New York. Discover the wonderful world of Italian olive oil, wine, pasta and specialty desserts in this introduction to the best foods and foodie destinations in Italy. Taste an array of nibbles, including several olive oils; an authentic, unusual pasta dish; the underappreciated wine Asti Spumante; and a wide range of Italian sweets including chocolates, cookies, licorice and candies.
Tue, Apr 27 & May 4, 10 am-11:30 am, $2 sessions for $50
KNIFE SKILLS 101 AND 102
Learn the basic knife skills that make cooking more efficient and fun. Find out the proper way to hold and use a knife, and build muscle memory and confidence through practice in this very hands-on class.
Wed, Apr 28, 11 am-1 pm, $25
SOHO CHOCOLATE TOUR
Join Francine Segan for a visit to SoHo’s most innovative chocolate shops, taste samples and learn about the captivating world of chocolate. Find out how to cook with chocolate, how to make the perfect cup of hot chocolate and which cutting-edge flavors are used in today’s chocolate candy.
Mon, May 17, 12-1 pm, $16
FRENCH WOMEN DON’T GET FAT
French women don’t get fat, but they do eat bread and pastry, drink wine and regularly enjoy three-course meals. Mireille Guiliano unlocks the simple secrets of this “French paradox” – how to enjoy food and stay slim and healthy.
Tue, May 18, 10 am-12 pm,
AN EATER’S TOUR OF CHINATOWN
Explore the zeitgeist of one of New York’s most intriguing neighborhoods with 92YTribeca chef Russell Moss. Venture through Chinatown’s narrow streets and stop by some of Moss’s favorite restaurants and shops. See, talk and taste Chinatown beyond what you think you know about it.
About 92YTribeca
92YTribeca is the 92nd Street Y’s new downtown arts and culture venue in New York City. Opened in October 2008, 92YTribeca presents music, comedy, film, theater, talks, classes, family events, and Jewish community and holiday programs in a versatile, street-level, modern space at 200 Hudson Street. In addition to the mainstage and screening room, the venue houses an art gallery, lounge, bar, café, seminar and meeting rooms, and free Wi-Fi around the space. With programs developed by a professional curatorial team in partnership with staff, local artists and arts organizations, new-media companies, fellow presenters, and community and cause-based organizations, 92YTribeca aims to engage a diverse community of young people from around the New York area with smart, relevant programming that encourages participation and conversation. For more information, visit www.92YTribeca.org.
