Need last minute Christmas gift inspiration? Look no further! Beginning Monday, January 6, the School will be offering a fabulous series of evening WINE CLASSES for the public with Alexandra Evans, Sommelier and Stratford Chefs School Wine and Service Instructor.
Perfect for the wine lover and those who want to learn more about the fascinating world of wine, these classes will mirror the curriculum taught to our full-time Students. Starting with Wines 101 - the essentials of wine tasting - classes will progress into explorations of Old World and New World wine producing countries, including France, Italy, Spain, Australia, South Africa and more!
Attendees will learn about various regions, their history and tradition, tasting techniques, food pairing essentials, with expert instruction and hands-on, guided tastings that will refine the palate and enhance appreciation.
Save by purchasing the full series package of nine Monday evening classes. Reserve your spot now, capacity is limited. Schedule and event details: https://www.exploretock.com/stratfordchefsschool/
SAVE THE DATE for our spring Fundraising GALA Dinner & Auction! Plan to join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, exceptional wines, and a thrilling live auction - all in support of Stratford Chefs School. Celebrate the art of gastronomy, while helping to shape the future of culinary education.
Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025 Time: 5pm Location: The Elora Mill, Elora, Ontario
This exclusive evening promises a multi-course dinner, expertly prepared by Stratford Chefs School in partnership with The Elora Mill, paired with exquisite wines. The auction will feature unique culinary experiences, exclusive packages, and more. Save the Date and be part of something truly special!
Proceeds from this elegant evening will benefit the students and programs at Stratford Chefs School, ensuring the next generation of culinary talent is equipped with the skills they need to succeed.
More details and ticket information coming soon!
Questions? Email admin@stratfordchef.com or call the Admin office 519.271.1414.
Today is GIVING TUESDAY, when our community comes together in generosity. Community support has been an essential driving force behind our ongoing success since 1983, when Stratford Chefs School enrolled its first class of eager student chefs. Help us continue our mission to train tomorrow's culinary leaders who shape and enrich our community and the food world at large, with a culture code of excellence, innovation, collaboration, and respect. Please give generously if you can: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/stratford-chefs-school/ Your support of our Giving Tuesday Campaign is critical to sustain our not-for profit Culinary School. Your tax deductible donations help in many ways, including: * You help keep Tuition Fees reasonable for Students. * * You contribute to Financial Supports and Scholarships for Students. * * You help the School continue its unique Canadian Guest Chefs Program, giving Students opportunities to work directly with acclaimed Chef mentors. * * You support innovative Programming such as our Gastronomic Writer-In-Residence. * * You help maintain the excellence of our prestigious Program's Curriculum.* Donate now: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/stratford-chefs-school/
It was the School's great pleasure to have Trevor Gulliver, co-founder of influential London UK restaurant St. John, at the School last week for a private group wine tasting hosted by Bob and Frances Latham's Winesmith Services. Attendees were fortunate to meet Trevor Gulliver and taste several incredible wines bottled under the St John label, produced in France and on the St John wine list.
St. John, which saw its nose-to-tail cooking philosophy become a global culinary revolution, owes its enduring success to common sense: “We've just done what we thought was the right thing to do at the time," explains Mr. Gulliver, who opened St. John Smithfield with chef Fergus Henderson in October, 1994. Over the years, St John's business has grown and evolved to add two more locations, associated bakeries, and a winery in La Livinière, in the south of France.
Gulliver had visited Toronto to host two St. John pop-up dinners at Oliver & Bonacini's The Dorset, and kindly made a side trip to Stratford!
Learn more in The Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/article-how-nose-to-tail-cooking-approach-inspired-a-wine-list-that-starts-in/
Kudos to Stratford Chefs School Alumna Carrie Rau (Class of 2004), an Ontario-based sommelier, educator, and chef of Cree descent, who in 2020 co-founded Vinequity, a nonprofit that provides mentoring and scholarships to support the education of BIPOC wine professionals.
Rau's efforts are helping to grow the number of Indigenous North American wine professionals, like the talented group of First Nations vintners bringing their heritage to the fore, featured in Saveur.
