Tuesday, June 17, 2008

LIT Kitchen Classes Cover All Glasses -- From Dogfish Beer To French Wines

Who says school's out for the summer? Fine tune your knowledge on finely crafted beverages this week at LIT Kitchen.
Dogfish Beer Tasting on Tuesday, June 17
Chef Carmen Cappello explains the brewing process behind Dogfish from Milton, Delaware, and tells why these beers are so pair-able with whatever you're serving. Chow on braised beef brisket and white BBQ sauce with Dogfish Festina Peche; and grilled vegetable antipasto with red wine vinegar and roasted chicken banh mi with pickled carrot and daikon paired with Dogfish Indian Brown Ale. 7 p.m. $45 per person.

An introduction to the Wines of the World on Thursday, June 19
While concentrating on wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone Valley, Loire and Alsace, learn about French wine laws, permitted grape varieties and viticulture practices that were created to protect wine producers and consumers. 7 p.m. $45 per person, includes materials, wine and palate-cleansing cheeses.

In addition to providing a facility for exploring all things culinary through classes, the 3,500 square foot space located in west Midtown Atlanta is an ideal venue for parties and events. Visit the Web site, sign up for more than one class or event and receive 25 percent off the price of your second activity. LIT Kitchen: 433C Bishop Street; 404-249-4300.

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