Masterclass Stage
Grab a seat and gather round as we’ve a cracking line-up of drinks experts, including Helena Nicklin and Tom Fahey from the Terrace taking you on a journey with wines.
Plus the distillery alchemists from Mermaid and the Island Chef Paul Bellchambers transporting you to Asia and the Middle East with some delicious dishes.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY LINEUP
Paul Bellchambers, The Island Chef
‘Flavours of Asia’
11:30am – 12:00pm
Join Paul for a ‘bite sized tour’ of Asia with a couple of delicious recipes perfect for a party of late summer alfresco nibbles. Enjoy;
Ginger Orange Pork Skewers & Chicken and Lemongrass Sticks with Sweet Cucumber Dipping Sauce.
Helena Nicklin
Four Steps to Wine Knowledge Nirvana
12:30pm – 1:00pm
Want to make better and braver choices in the wine aisle?
In this class you’ll taste what Old World and New World actually means, learn how to start speaking wine language like a pro!
Tasting includes four premium wines and a dollop of good humour. This time, you’ll remember what you’ve learned…
Tom Fahey
The Terrace ‘Wines & Canapes’ Tasting Journey.
1:30pm – 2:30pm
Join Tom Fahey, Top 20 UK sommelier & chef of the Terrace Rooms & Wine, Ventnor for a ‘Produce & Wine Matching Masterclass. In this session you’ll sample five wines and five incredible canapes showcasing local produce.
*this class requires booking and is £20 per person.
Paul Bellchambers
The Island Chef ‘Middle Eastern Delights’
2:50pm – 3:20pm
Paul’s second ‘bite sized tour takes you to North Africa and the Med using a range of herbs and spices that take transform ingredients into something rather delicious! Enjoy;
Moroccan-spiced Swordfish Brochettes & Mint Marinated Lamb with Tahini and Honey Dip.
Mermaid ‘Meet the Maker’
3:30pm – 4:00pm
Join co-founder Xavier Baker and Malcolm McClellan on a tasting experience across the Mermaid spirits portfolio. Covering the botanicals and processes that create their unique award-winning spirits along with ideas of how to create unique perfect serves that put a twist on your usual tipple.
Helena Nicklin
A Love Letter to English Wine
4:30pm – 5:00pm
Join Helena for a quick rundown of where the English wine industry is today with a guided tasting through three wines from one of England’s newest and most exciting vineyards: Silverhand Estate in Kent.
Along the way, you’ll get to ask all the wine questions and have a chance at winning a bottle of bubbly!
