Become a leader in wine knowledge, food pairing and wine service

Learn from industry experts!

Elevate your wine knowledge and enhance your selling skills with Susan Lynham, DipWSET, WSET Certified Educator, AWE, CWE, FWS, and Ray Kurz, WSET Level 3, Sommelier, and WSET Certified Wine Educator.

During your two-hour class we will explore and taste the most popular white and red wines that appear on almost every wine list, learn to confidently describe wine styles, and translate basic wine and food pairing principles into inviting wine and food recommendations for your patrons. Finally, you’ll learn to incorporate your new skills into effective selling techniques designed to enhance your customer’s dining experience and increase sales on the floor.

What you’ll learn

• Common red and white grape varieties and their characteristics

• The main types and styles of red and white wine

• Tasting of 3 most popular white wines: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio

• Tasting of 3 most popular red wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir

• Principles of food and wine pairing

• Basic Selling Techniques

• How to prepare for success on the floor

Educator: Susan Lynham, DipWSET, WSET Certified Educator, AWE, CWE, FWS
Restaurants: Garces Group: Amada, Philadelphia; Garces Group: Radnor, PA; Union League, Philadelphia; Steak 48, Philadelphia (Tasting with staff)

Educator: Ray Kurz, WSET Level 3, Sommelier, WSET Certified Wine Educator
Restaurants: Cuvee Ray, Rehoboth Beach

Feb 12, 1 - 3PM
Paul Cullen’s Kitchen, 32882 Cedar Grove Rd, Lewes, DE 19958