NYC Foodies

*Paid Event* ($65 per guest)
*Take 10% off your 1st booking (use code MEETUP at checkout)
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in-person ⬝ hands-on

Join Joe Calderone, Chef and Creative director of NYC institution, Serendipity3, as you learn to learn to build your very own ice cream sundae, layer by layer!

Known for its outlandish and whimsical creations, Serenditpity 3 has been an enclave for artists like Andy Worhol, celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and of course, dessert-lovers since 1954.

This hands-on class is the perfect opportunity to let your inner child run free as you’re surrounded by eclectic decor like Tiffany lamps and an Andy Warhol puppet hanging from the ceiling - the perfect environment for making an over-the-top sundae!

Before bringing your dream sundae to life, you’ll have the opportunity to brainstorm ideas while talking through your vision with Chef Calderone.

Throughout the process, Chef will be going around to assist not only with building the sundae, but will also offer suggestions on how to garnish, drizzle and layer the sundae it based on what speaks to you.

After building your sundae, you’ll get to present and show off your creation to the rest of the group before mingling and hearing stories on Chef and Serendipity3.

Guests will round out the sweet day by perusing Serendipity3’s wondrous gift store.

What You'll Learn...

• How to build and style over-the-top, Instagram-worthy sundaes
• Tips on flavor pairing and creative topping combos
• Drizzling, layering, and plating techniques
• Secrets behind the restaurant’s most iconic sundaes
• Hands-on sundae making with expert guidance

On the Menu...

• Ice cream sundae that you make

What's Included...

• 2 hour class
• Ingredients to make the worlds most outrageous sundae

*Paid Event* ($90 per guest)
*Take 10% off your 1st booking (use code MEETUP at checkout)
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in-person ⬝ tasting

Do you feel stumped or intimidated looking at a wine list? Don't know how to describe the kinds of wines you like to drink? Want to buy wine at the store with more confidence?

In this interactive class, you'll learn how to buy, taste and enjoy wines empowered with new knowledge! Leading you on your new wine adventure is HAGS’ Owner and Beverage Director, Camille Lindsley.
With an extensive and acclaimed background in wine, Camille will guide the discussion as you taste through 8 glasses from three different varieties.

Utilizing techniques like comparative tasting and tools like a flavor wheel, you’ll soon learn to identify colors, aromatics and flavor with ease all while developing your own preferences and tastes.

By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a solid wine foundation and a strong grasp of the lingo when discussing and describing wine at your next tasting, wine run or night out.

What You'll Learn...

• How to taste and talk about wine like a pro
• What to look for when buying wine at a restaurant or at a wine store
• Discover what styles and profiles of wine you like and maybe discover some new favorites!
• How to BYO and what kinds of wines to gift friends, family and acquaintances

On the Menu...

• 8 glasses of wine

What's Included...

• 1 hour and 45 minute class
• Tasting of 3 Whites, 2 Skin Contact and 3 Reds
• A printout of a sommelier's tasting grid and flavor wheel
• Q&A after the class with a certified Sommelier

Good to Know

• Please be on time as the class will wrap up promptly at the end
• This event is only for individuals 21 and over. Please bring a valid photo ID (state drivers license, ID or passports accepted)

*Paid Event* ($70 per guest)
*Take 10% off your 1st booking (use code MEETUP at checkout)
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in-person ⬝ hands-on

Join Suyog Mody and Anu Menon, co-founders of Driftaway Coffee, for a decadent exploration of two of the world’s most beloved flavors—coffee and chocolate.

You’ll taste three single-origin coffees from Driftaway paired with three small-batch chocolates from Raaka, each selected to showcase the unique terroirs, processing methods, and flavor profiles behind them.

This guided tasting covers everything from understanding how origin, fermentation, and roasting influence taste, to identifying notes, body, and mouthfeel, to discovering how each pairing enhances and transforms the other.

Throughout the session, Suyog and Anu will share insights from Driftaway’s journey and Raaka’s craft, offering stories of connection from farm to roaster to chocolatier.

Whether you’re a devoted coffee drinker, a chocolate enthusiast, or simply curious about flavor, this experience will expand your palate and deepen your appreciation for these rich, complex worlds.

What You'll Learn

• Taste 3 coffees from Driftaway and 3 chocolates from Raaka, each thoughtfully paired
• Learn how origin, fermentation, and roasting impact flavor
• Explore how to identify tasting notes, body, and mouthfeel
• Discover ideal pairings and how each component enhances the other

On the Menu

• Varies seasonally

What's Included

• 60 minute class
• 3 coffees and 3 chocolates
• Flavor wheel or note card
• Take-home goodie bag of coffees and chocolates

Good to Know

• Please be on time

*Paid Event* ($95 per guest)
*Take 10% off your 1st booking (use code MEETUP at checkout)
To book + learn more, click here

in-person ⬝ hands-on

Join Suyog Mody and Anu Menon, co-founders of Driftaway Coffee, as you learn the foundations of manual brewing to craft the perfect cup of coffee.

From grind size and water temperature to pouring techniques and timing, you’ll learn it all while taking in the bright and airy ambiance as you sit at Driftaway Coffee’s counter.

This hands-on class covers everything from choosing the right coffee and mastering pour-over tools to tasting like a pro and avoiding common pitfalls.

Throughout the class, you’ll also get to learn more about what inspired Driftaway Coffee’s conception as Suyog and harp on the importance they place on prioritizing working with women-owned and minority producers.

Whether you’re new to pour overs or looking to refine your skills, this session will help you brew café-quality coffee at home.

What You'll Learn

• How to choose the right coffee and grind size
• The importance of water temperature and brewing ratios
• Step-by-step pour over technique, including pouring patterns and timing
• How to use tools like a gooseneck kettle, scale, and dripper
• Tips for dialing in your brew to highlight different flavor notes
• How to taste and evaluate coffee like a pro
• Common mistakes to avoid for a consistent, great-tasting cup

On the Menu

• Coffee based on seasonality

What's Included

• Guided instruction by a professional barista
• Hands-on brewing with premium, seasonal single-origin coffees
• Use of all brewing equipment (dripper, kettle, grinder, scale, etc.)
• BYO equipment if you want to troubleshoot (optional)
• Printed brew guides and recipes to take home
• A tasting of different coffees brewed using pour over
• Q&A session to troubleshoot your home setup
• 10% off retail coffee purchases on the day of the class

Good to Know

• Please be on time
• Space is open to public after class