The 2024 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Seminar Series

This year's Swan and Dolphin's annual Food and Wine Classic weekend is taking place on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th, 2024 — and the popular Seminar Series is back as well... but with just three seminars this year. They're all being offered at the same time, and on the same day — so you'll have to pick just one if you're interested in attending.

The "Learn to Impress" seminars are led by various Managers and Sommeliers that work with some of the Swan and Dolphin's restaurants. This year's seminars are all (basically) "beverage" seminars.

Are there any "small plate" type food offerings that are presented along with the beverages (presumably) that guests get to learn about during these seminars? That's a great question. I can't really tell from the information they've posted — so, we may never know.  At the very least, I would expect that guests get to sample some beer, cocktails, or wine — depending on which seminar you attend.

The hour-long events do require a ticket purchase (and the parking fee... there's always a parking fee), but you don't have to be staying at the Swan and Dolphin to take part in these culinary seminars. In fact, you don't even have to be going to the "Main Causeway Event" in order to enjoy this special seminar series.

Tickets are on sale now and most of these seminar tickets will sell out weeks before the event starts. They've really cleaned up the ticket page this year (yay) — so it's not quite as confusing too get a ticket — as it has been in years past.

Click Here to visit the official Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic ticket page — and click the "Buy Tickets" button. It will then take you to a page that lists all the main event and seminar series ticket options.

Here's a list of the "Learn to Impress" Seminars that are part of the 2024 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic…

Craft Cocktails

Instructor : Jason Bradley
Senior Food & Beverage Operations Manager

Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Gin Fizz, Cosmopolitan — what makes all these cocktails classics? Break down the components of a great cocktail and learn how to make them at home. Step into our bar and explore the art of craft cocktails.

• Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024  |  4:30-5:30 p.m.
• $85 plus ticketing fee (plus parking fee)

Beer Here!

Instructor : Michael Sadler
Assistant Manager of Rosa Mexicano

Ready to embark on a flavorful journey through Florida’s craft beer scene? Join us for an immersive class that celebrates the vibrant and diverse beers brewed right here in the Sunshine State. Whether you’re a beer aficionado or a curious newcomer, this class is crafted for anyone who enjoys good company, great beer, and delicious food pairings!

• Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024  |  4:30-5:30 p.m.
• $85 plus ticketing fee (plus parking fee)

Salud! A Journey Through Spain

Instructor : Joe Lopez
Certified Sommelier, WSET 2 Certified,
General Manager of Shula’s Steakhouse

Embark on a captivating journey through Spain’s rich winemaking heritage with our exclusive course, Salud! Discover how to pair Spanish wines with traditional and contemporary Spanish cuisine. From tapas to paella, learn which wines elevate your meals to new heights. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or a curious novice, this class will deepen your appreciation and knowledge of Spain’s diverse wine regions.

• Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024  |  4:30-5:30 p.m.
• $85 plus ticketing fee (plus parking fee)

As I mentioned — tickets for these will sell out at some point before the event begins. Before you ask — no, the very popular seminar "Pasta Making with Chef Dan" is not on the list... and I don't expect they're going to add any more seminars to the list at a later date... these are the seminars, for this year.

Here's a link to the main Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic "Ticket Purchasing" page … click here.

Stay up to date with all the information and photos for the Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic on our main Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic page!