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Build a perfectly paired cheese and charcuterie board in a focused two-hour workshop in Park Slope. Small groups, a guided wine tasting from Skurnik Wines & Spirits, and a take-home board make this an ideal hands-on food experience.
Build a perfectly paired cheese and charcuterie board in a focused two-hour workshop in Park Slope. Small groups, a guided wine tasting from Skurnik Wines & Spirits, and a take-home board make this an ideal hands-on food experience.
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At 248 Prospect Park West in Brooklyn, New York, Cheese & Charcuterie Boards 101 is a two-hour hands-on workshop that teaches you how to assemble visually striking boards, pair cheeses and charcuterie with accompaniments and taste wines from Skurnik Wines & Spirits. The class takes place in a commercial kitchen in the Park Slope neighborhood, with small groups capped at 15 so instructors can guide individual plate composition. You’ll learn about key cheese families — bloomy rind, washed rind, hard, and blue — and discover charcuterie cuts like prosciutto, salami, and pâté, plus how to balance textures with pickles, nuts, and seasonal fruit. Instruction covers slicing, safety and food handling in a commercial kitchen setting; everyone leaves with a custom take-home board and a glass of wine sampled from Skurnik. The experience stands out because it combines tactile food craft with tasting education. Skurnik’s guided wines clarify why certain grapes and styles complement specific cheeses, and Brooklyn Best non-alcoholic samplings give alcohol-free pairing ideas. This is not just an intro to pretty platters: it’s an active studio where technique meets flavor theory. The commercial kitchen setting keeps the focus on foodcraft, and the class’s location — steps from Prospect Park — makes it an accessible stop for visitors staying in Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, or nearby Manhattan. Practical details keep the evening smooth: arrive a few minutes early to check in and enjoy appetizers; classes require closed-toe shoes and tied-back hair because of the commercial kitchen environment. Tickets include your crafted board, appetizers, guided wine tastings, and non-alcoholic samplings; beverages beyond the tasting are available for purchase. With a maximum of 15 people, instructors can tailor feedback so beginners and food-obsessed travelers alike walk away with a board that looks professional. This workshop is a great option for date nights, small groups, or travelers who want to bring a hands-on souvenir home. Beyond the basics, instructors discuss sourcing—highlighting artisan producers and seasonality—and offer tips for transporting delicate cheeses if you’re traveling. Cultural notes touch on charcuterie’s European roots and the modern artisanal movement reshaping how we think about cured meats and cheese in urban markets. If you’re staying in Brooklyn, plan 2 hours for the class and leave room afterward to stroll Prospect Park or explore Park Slope’s bakeries. All ticket sales are final, so confirm plans before booking. Cheese & Charcuterie Boards 101 is a compact, flavor-forward way to learn useful techniques and savor Brooklyn’s vibrant food scene. Arrive ready to take notes, ask questions about pairings, and photograph your board for reference — instructors often share supplier information so you can replicate these combinations at home. Consider public transit; street parking is limited near the venue, especially evenings.
easy.
2 Hours.
Minimal physical exertion; standing for short periods and light chopping or slicing is required.
The workshop is approximately 2 hours long.
Meeting point: 248 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY 11215.
A guided wine tasting from Skurnik Wines is included; additional wine and beer are available for purchase.
Yes — the class is beginner-friendly and capped at 15 people for individualized instruction.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
Wear closed-toe shoes, avoid loose garments, and tie back long hair for kitchen safety.
Charcuterie has deep European roots; modern classes often reference traditional curing techniques while celebrating local artisan producers.
Instructors emphasize responsible sourcing and minimizing food waste, encouraging students to buy from small producers and use leftovers creatively.
Zoller's Fine Foods is a Brooklyn, New York culinary workshop and specialty foods provider featured on The Adventure Collective. The business hosts hands-on classes that teach practical culinary skills and creative food experiences for home cooks, families, and small groups. Classes include instruction in cheese and charcuterie board design, focaccia art baking, pizza making, fresh pasta shaping, dumpling techniques, and knife skills. Several experiences pair guided tastings from local partners—Skurnik Wines & Spirits provides wine pairings for cheese, pizza, pasta, and dumpling classes, while Threes Brewing supplies seasonal beers for Winter Bread & Brew. Many classes allow participants to take home finished items, such as custom boards and baked focaccia. Zoller's offers family-friendly programming, including a parent-and-child focaccia art event suitable for children aged seven and up. Classes emphasize hands-on learning, step-by-step demonstrations, and practical tips for replicating techniques at home. Participants may bring personal knives to the knife skills class or use provided equipment. The business operates from a Brooklyn location and schedules public workshops and private group events. Shop items and ingredients related to classes are available through Zoller's Fine Foods' retail offerings. The venue combines practical culinary instruction with product selection, allowing attendees to learn techniques and purchase specialty ingredients used during classes. Zoller's Fine Foods' presence on The Adventure Collective connects local culinary experiences in Brooklyn with travelers and residents seeking immersive food-focused activities. Booking information, schedules, and ticket availability are listed on Zoller's public event pages and third-party listings for each class and updated regularly.
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