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November 2014
Olive Oil Tasting and Cooking Class
Get ready for chic fall entertaining with a menu celebrating seasonal flavors and heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. This two-hour cooking class features professional culinary instruction and demonstrations by Chef Silvia Baldini of Strawberry and Sage, a five-course tasting menu, extra virgin olive oil pairings and education by Alina Lawrence of Olivette, and guidance on sourcing seasonal foods locally by Analiese Paik of the Fairfield Green Food Guide. Every guest will receive a set of Chef Silvia’s recipes to use…
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Eco Green Wall Party Tasting at Lillian and August, Norwalk
Find out more »December 2014
New Canaan Library Lecture Chocolate and Tasting
New Canaan Library December 9, 2014 6:00-8:00 pm $25 per person Registration is required for this event online at: newcanaanlibrary.org High quality artisan chocolate makes all the difference in flavor when preparing chocolate treats and desserts for the holidays. Taste three fine, artisan chocolates selected by Analiese Paik and discover their unique flavor profiles, cacao sources, and culinary uses. Then, learn proper techniques for melting and working with high-quality chocolate as Chef Silvia demonstrates how to prepare flourless chestnut torte…
Find out more »February 2015
FOODS OF LOVE
New Canaan Library invites all to get ready for Valentine's Day with another amazing event by culinary experts Silvia Baldini and Analiese Paik. Join them on February 12 from 10 - 11:30 AM in the Lamb Room for Foods of Love, a culinary event centered on foods known to get us in the mood for love. There will be a $25 fee to cover ingredients and beverages. Learn about everyday aphrodisiacs including strawberries, honey, figs, artichokes, chili peppers, edible flowers,…
Find out more »A Warming Winter Dinner Party
During A Warming Winter Dinner Party you will learn to prepare restaurant-quality, make-ahead dishes featuring organic root vegetables from local farms, sustainably raised meats, ancient grains, and organic fruit. Each course is expertly paired with sustainable wines from Old Greenwich Fine Wines. Chef Silvia Baldini will demonstrate how to prepare each dish using cookware and tools from Cook and Craft as she shares professional culinary tips. Analiese Paik will educate guests about the importance of sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients and…
Find out more »March 2015
Ark of Taste Honeys: A Lecture and Educational Tasting
Culinary Demonstration and Tasting with Chef Silvia Baldini Author, beekeeper, and honey sommelier Marina Marchese will present a guided honey tasting of three rare and endangered honeys cataloged in Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste. She will discuss how honeybees make liquid gold, their importance in our ecosystem, floral nectar sources, and how terroir determines flavor profiles. Marchese is the founder of Red Bee Honey, the author of “The Honey Connoisseur: Selecting, Tasting and Pairing Honey, with a Guide to…
Find out more »April 2015
Va VA Vroom. The Art of the Vehicle
Race on Down to the Patron Preview Reception. Saturday, April 18th, 6-8pm The Carriage Barn Arts Center, New Canaan A pecial selection of vintage cars will be on view for this night only. Patrons will enjoy creations by Silvia Baldini.
Find out more »The Art Of Picnics/ sold out please email for waiting list
Put some oomph in to your picnic. Forget dull Sandwiches and limp salads. Learn how to cook and pack an elegant meal you can share alfresco with family and friends. This two-hour cooking demo features professional culinary instruction and demonstrations by Chopped Champion Chef Silvia Baldini of Strawberry and Sage, and extra virgin olive oil pairings and education by Alina Lawrence of Olivette. For more informations and to purchase tickets got to: http://www.olivettect.com/events/2015/4/17/april-29th-the-art-of-picnics Tickets: $40 Basket: Mason Jars Salads and…
Find out more »May 2015
Stir Crazy: Food Chat With Patty Gay
Joining Patty Gay, on the Mother's day episode, will be Chef Silvia Baldini of New Canaan, who became the first female chef from Connecticut to win Chopped.
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