New York Kitchen

06/17/2026

The Finger Lakes just earned Wine Enthusiast's American Wine Region of the Year. Now it’s time to celebrate 🥂 🌟

Join Kyle Pallischeck, Director of Programs at the New York Wine & Grape Foundation, on July 18th for an evening honoring this incredible recognition with wines from across the region, delicious bites, and a chance to see the Wine Star Award up close. Snap a photo, raise a glass, and toast the people who make the Finger Lakes region so special.

🎟️ Secure your spot: nykitchen.com/event/regionoftheyear/

Some awards are given. This one was earned: vine by vine, vintage by vintage, and glass by glass. When Wine Enthusiast named the Finger Lakes its Domestic Wine Region of […]

06/16/2026

👨‍🍳 🍽️ Junior Chef Camp: Restaurant Wars!
📅 July 28 & 29

This EXCITING NEW camp is a two-day immersive culinary camp designed for teens who are curious about food, service, and the exciting careers behind the hospitality industry — and taught by a true restaurant legend: Thera Clark. Campers will dive into the basics of cooking and kitchen safety while also learning the fundamentals of customer service, teamwork, and professionalism. Through hands-on cooking activities, interactive demos, and real-world scenarios, students will explore what it’s like to work in restaurants, hotels, catering, and beyond – topping the time together off with some friendly competition!

Thera Clark is a Finger Lakes native, returning to the region following 16 years in NYC. After graduating with honors from the Institute of Culinary Education, she worked as a sommelier, consultant, and wine director at some of Manhattan’s top-rated and Michelin- starred restaurants, including The Beatrice Inn and Carbone.

Collaborating with iconic chefs and other industry stars around the world, Thera helped define New York’s food and wine landscape over the course of 16 years. She has also run dining room floors in Hong Kong and London.

Learn more + register at nykitchen.com/event/junior-chef-hospitality-camp-7-28-29/

06/16/2026

Take your wine knowledge to the next level 🍷

Join us for WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, a 13-week, instructor-led course exploring wine from the ground to the glass. Perfect for industry pros and passionate enthusiasts alike.

📅 Tuesdays, August 4 – November 3 (no class Sept 8)
⏰ 6 – 8:30 PM
👨‍🏫 Led by Brandon Thomas, DipWSET (Cultivate FLX)

You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally significant grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to confidently describe these wines. The course concludes with a certification exam and digital certificate upon completion.

Spots are limited. Register by August 1: nykitchen.com/event/wset-level-3-award-in-wines-2026/2026-08-04

06/16/2026

They were told to step aside. Instead, they changed Champagne forever. 🥂

Join us Friday, July 10 for a sparkling evening celebrating the bold women behind some of Champagne’s most iconic houses New York Kitchen’s Beverage Education Manager Jen Menges. From V***e Clicquot to Pommery and Bollinger, you’ll sip, learn, and toast to the widows who redefined the industry. 🍾

Each story is paired with a Champagne from the very house they built, plus a delicious tasting plate from Chef Pam Cecere.

✨ Spots are limited—grab yours today: nykitchen.com/event/thewidowsofchampagne/

06/15/2026

✨ The 2025 New York Kitchen Grüner Veltliner makes its debut this June 17th! Join us in the NYK Tasting Room for a casual and fun evening as we celebrate the release of our exclusive 2025 Grüner!

Sip and savor alongside acclaimed winemaker Nova Cadamatre and the team who helped bring this collaborative project to life, enjoy light bites, and be the first to experience this exciting vintage.

Your glass will do more than just toast the night. Proceeds from this wine’s sales support New York Kitchen’s robust educational programming for youth and adults alike, helping us continue to inspire and educate through food and beverage experiences.

Raise a glass with us, mingle with friends, and celebrate the spirit of New York wine! Grab a bottle (or a case) to take home... the perfect way to keep the party going.

Note: There is no cost to attend, wine purchases encouraged. 🛍 More info + free registration: nykitchen.com/event/gruner-release-6-17-26/

06/15/2026

Fun week ahead! We can’t wait to see you! ☀️
In need of Father’s Day plans? We have you covered with some awesome class ideas! Or, bring the special guy in your life to our 100% NYS Tasting Room and toast with his beverage of choice 🍻 🍷 🥃

More details + class/event registration at nykitchen.com/calendar.

06/14/2026

10 spots left in our Sip & Stem class on Satuday, June 27! Don't miss it! 🍷💐

Secure your tickets now: nykitchen.com/event/sipandstem/

06/14/2026

Some of the New York Kitchen team celebrated National Rosé Day by supporting Geneva Community Projects and sipping a diverse lineup from across the Finger Lakes at the annual Rosé Soiree 🍇 with some available right now in our Tasting Room in Canandaigua.

Visit Chris, Quamae, and Lisa at New York Kitchen and let them introduce you to a new favorite 🍓🍈🍋 Cheers!

06/14/2026

🥯 Ready to level up your breakfast game? Join us at New York Kitchen for a Homemade Bagel Making Workshop + Chopped Cream Cheese on Saturday, July 18!

Get hands-on as you learn how to make the perfect bagels — you’ll never want grocery store bagels again! Plus, we’ll show you how to whip up a delicious chopped cream cheese to go with them.

🎟️ Reserve your spot today at nykitchen.com/event/homemade-bagel-making-workshop-cream-cheese-7-18-26/

06/13/2026

Escape to the flavors of the vineyard with our Wine Country Cooking Class on July 16! This hands-on culinary experience is inspired by the rustic elegance of wine-growing regions. In this class, you’ll learn how to create seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes that capture the essence of relaxed yet refined countryside dining.

Whether you’re a passionate home cook or simply love good food and wine, this class offers a warm, social atmosphere where you can build skills, explore new tastes, and enjoy the pleasure of cooking and dining together. Come ready to sip, savor, and bring a touch of wine country into your own kitchen.

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Local Pork Medallions with Peach & Riesling Pan Sauce, Summer Vegetable Orzo, and White Wine & Berry Compote over Mascarpone 😍

This one will fill up fast… sign up now: nykitchen.com/event/wine-country-cooking-class-7-16-26/