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SUMMARY:A Taste of the Mediterranean Comes to Kitch Mystic for a Hands-On Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:A Taste of the Mediterranean Comes to Kitch Mystic for a Hands-On Cooking Class on Friday evening\, with Chef Amanda leading a small group through roasted cauliflower with whipped feta\, rosemary chicken\, farro\, seasonal vegetables\, and an orange olive oil cake before everyone sits down together for dinner. \nThe three-hour Seasonal Mediterranean class takes place Sept. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. inside Kitch at Olde Mistick Village. Rather than watching someone else cook from across the room\, participants will divide into small groups and take responsibility for different parts of the night’s five-course menu. \nChef Amanda moves between the groups\, offering individual instruction and occasionally bringing everyone together when a technique or step is worth demonstrating to the entire class. \nBy the end of the night\, the cutting boards and pans give way to plates and wine glasses as everyone gathers around Kitch’s Farm Table to eat the meal they’ve just prepared. \nIn that sense\, the class may accidentally capture one of the oldest ideas behind Mediterranean cooking: making dinner is only half the point. \nA Menu Built Around the Mediterranean Table\nThere isn’t really one “Mediterranean cuisine.” \nThe Mediterranean touches Southern Europe\, North Africa and the Middle East\, encompassing dozens of regional and national cooking traditions. But ingredients including olive oil\, grains\, vegetables\, fruits\, herbs and nuts appear again and again\, alongside more moderate amounts of fish\, dairy and meat. \nThe Mediterranean diet is culturally significant enough that UNESCO has placed it on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The designation isn’t for a particular recipe or prescribed diet plan. Instead\, UNESCO describes a collection of knowledge and traditions involving growing\, harvesting\, fishing\, preserving\, preparing and\, crucially\, sharing food. \nEating together is central to it. \nThat makes Kitch’s format particularly appropriate. The evening begins with people cooking in groups and ends with those same people sharing what they’ve made around one table. \nFriday’s menu starts with roasted cauliflower topped with whipped feta\, pomegranate\, toasted almonds and fresh parsley. It’s a dish that hits several familiar Mediterranean notes at once: vegetables at the center of the plate\, salty cheese\, fruit\, nuts and herbs rather than a heavy sauce doing all the work. \nThe main course moves toward rustic comfort food with a whole chicken roasted with garlic and rosemary. A lemon-herb pan jus brings acidity back to the plate\, while toasted farro pilaf and roasted root vegetables with toasted pine nuts fill out the meal. \nFarro itself has ancient roots around the Mediterranean. The term is commonly used for hulled wheat varieties that have been eaten for centuries\, particularly in Italy\, where the grain still turns up in soups\, salads and side dishes. Its chewy texture and nutty flavor make it a natural partner for roasted vegetables and herbs. \nDessert keeps olive oil on the table. \nInstead of relying solely on butter\, the class will prepare an orange olive oil cake finished with honey mascarpone and candied citrus. Olive oil cakes are particularly associated with Mediterranean baking traditions\, where the region’s defining cooking fat can move just as easily into sweets as it does into a skillet. \nIt’s a menu that doesn’t attempt to recreate the cuisine of one particular Mediterranean country. Instead\, it borrows the ingredients and habits that connect many of them. \nMore Than a Diet\nThe phrase “Mediterranean diet” can sound like something invented for the health section of a magazine\, but its roots are considerably older than the modern nutrition movement. \nThe Mediterranean basin created a food culture shaped partly by geography. Olives thrive in its climate. Wheat and other grains became staples. Vineyards spread across the region. Coastal communities relied heavily on fishing\, while vegetables\, legumes\, fruits\, nuts and herbs became fixtures of everyday cooking. \nUNESCO goes further than describing what’s on the plate. Its recognition of the Mediterranean diet encompasses the knowledge passed between generations\, food production and preservation\, cooking techniques\, seasonal rhythms and the act of gathering for meals. \nIn fact\, the word “diet” undersells the idea. Its root comes from the Greek diaita\, referring more broadly to a way of life. \nThat’s why the communal part matters. In Mediterranean traditions\, the table isn’t simply where calories are consumed after the cooking is finished. It’s where families and communities gather\, stories get told and recipes survive because somebody eventually asks\, “How did you make this?” \nKitch’s Friday night class compresses a little of that cycle into three hours: learn it\, make it\, sit down and share it. \nThen take the recipes home. \nKitch Was Built Around Teaching People to Cook\nCooking classes aren’t an add-on to Kitch’s retail business. Teaching has been woven into the store from the beginning. \nOwners Daniel and Lynne Price describe Kitch as the culmination of roughly two decades of their lives. The husband-and-wife team built the Olde Mistick Village shop around their shared interest in food\, but each brought a different strength to it. \nDaniel’s side is cooking and education. He teaches classes and has made informal instruction part of the store experience\, whether that means explaining cookware or stopping for an impromptu demonstration on how to hold a chef’s knife or use a honing steel. \nLynne handles much of the merchandising and product curation\, helping shape a store that deliberately leans away from the ordinary kitchen aisle. The couple travels to trade shows and farmers markets looking for unusual products\, with an emphasis on locally produced and American-made cookware\, cutlery\, specialty foods and small-batch products. \nEven Kitch’s hot sauce selection gets interactive: the store maintains a tasting bar stocked with more than 40 local and small-batch sauces for customers willing to test their heat tolerance. \nThe result is part kitchen store\, part classroom and part gathering place. \nKitch’s calendar reflects that mix. Cooking and baking classes run alongside cocktail and mixology events\, with themes changing constantly. One night might revolve around Mediterranean cooking; another around Italian food\, steakhouse dishes\, soups or seasonal New England ingredients. \nAnd because Friday’s class is capped at just 10 participants\, it remains small enough for Chef Amanda to move from station to station rather than trying to teach a roomful of spectators. \nEverybody Has a Job\nThe structure of the class is worth knowing before arriving. \nParticipants aren’t expected to prepare the entire five-course dinner individually. Instead\, Chef Amanda divides the class into groups\, and each group works on part of the menu. \nThat makes a complicated dinner manageable while allowing participants to spend real time on particular techniques. \nWhen something comes up that everyone should see\, the class stops and comes together for a larger demonstration. Otherwise\, Chef Amanda works directly with the smaller groups as they chop\, roast\, season and assemble their dishes. \nExperience isn’t a prerequisite. Kitch’s classes are designed to accommodate different skill levels\, so nobody needs restaurant-kitchen credentials to take part. \nOnce the last dish is ready\, the cooking portion ends and dinner begins. \nParticipants gather at the Farm Table for the meal\, accompanied by a complimentary wine tasting. Guests are also welcome to bring their own beverages. \nAnd perhaps the most useful souvenir isn’t something from the shelves surrounding them. Everyone receives the evening’s recipes to take home. \nSo if that orange olive oil cake turns out to be the thing you’re still thinking about the next morning\, you can make another one. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \nTo purchase tickets\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \nDetails\nEvent: Seasonal Mediterranean Cooking Class\nDate: Friday\, Sept. 18\, 2026\nTime: 6–9 p.m.\nLocation: Kitch Mystic at Olde Mistick Village\nAddress: 27 Coogan Blvd.\, Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT 06355\nInstructor: Chef Amanda\nAdmission: $115 per person\, plus tax\nAge: 21 and older\nClass Size: Minimum of eight and maximum of 10 participants\nFormat: Hands-on group cooking followed by dinner around Kitch’s Farm Table\nWine: Complimentary wine tasting included; guests may also BYOB\nRecipes: Participants receive recipes from the class to take home\nMenu: Roasted cauliflower with whipped feta\, pomegranate\, toasted almonds and parsley; garlic and rosemary roasted whole chicken with lemon-herb pan jus; toasted farro pilaf; roasted root vegetables with toasted pine nuts; orange olive oil cake with honey mascarpone and candied citrus\nReservations: Advance payment is required\nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to receive a refund or credit. No-shows and no-calls forfeit the class fee. If Kitch cancels because minimum enrollment isn’t reached\, participants may receive a refund or transfer their reservation to another class.\nPhone: 860-980-3384 \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
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SUMMARY:Drinkin' Whiskey and Rye at Kitch
DESCRIPTION:Drinkin’ Whiskey and Rye at Kitch turns three whiskey standards into a hands-on mixology lesson on Friday\, September 11\, as spirits educator Anthony Caporale leads participants through a Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned\, Perfect Rye Manhattan\, and Craft Scotch Sour. \nThe two-hour class runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kitch in Olde Mistick Village and costs $65 per person. Rather than simply tasting the drinks\, participants will learn how to build each cocktail and then experiment with ways to adjust the recipes to suit different tastes. \nThe class is designed as a sequel to Caporale’s World of Whiskey tasting class\, but you don’t need to have taken the earlier course. Newcomers can use Drinkin’ Whiskey and Rye as an introduction to mixing with whiskey\, while returning students get an opportunity to put what they’ve learned about the spirit into a glass. \nThree Whiskeys\, Three Classic Cocktails\nBourbon\, rye and Scotch all fall under the broad whiskey umbrella\, but their different flavor profiles can produce remarkably different cocktails. \nDrinkin’ Whiskey and Rye puts each to work. \nThe Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned starts with one of the oldest templates in cocktail making: spirit\, sweetness and bitters. Bourbon typically brings vanilla\, caramel and oak characteristics to the drink\, while maple provides a seasonal variation on the traditional sweetener. \nNext comes the Perfect Rye Manhattan. Rye’s character tends to be spicier and drier than bourbon\, making it a natural partner for vermouth. In cocktail terminology\, “perfect” has a specific meaning rather than being a judgment on the bartender: a Perfect Manhattan traditionally divides the vermouth between sweet and dry. \nThe final drink moves from American whiskey to Scotland with a Craft Scotch Sour. The sour family is built around a simple balancing act between spirit\, citrus and sweetness. Using Scotch introduces the flavors of the whisky itself into that equation\, which can range considerably depending on its origin and production. \nThe point isn’t simply to memorize three recipes. Caporale will use the drinks to demonstrate how their individual components work together and how changing those components can shift sweetness\, acidity\, strength\, aroma and the overall character of a cocktail. \nMeet Anthony Caporale\nAnthony Caporale has spent his career at an unusual intersection of bartending\, education\, science and entertainment. \nHe’s Director of Spirits Education at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education\, where he has been a member of the Culinary Management faculty for more than a decade. His courses have included Professional Mixology\, Whiskey\, Bourbon and Scotch Tasting\, Molecular Mixology\, Bartending 101\, Culinary Mixology and beverage-focused restaurant management. \nHis restaurant career came first. \nCaporale began as a server before moving behind the bar and eventually into management\, ownership and consulting. He has been involved in opening or operating more than two dozen restaurants and food-service businesses\, including working as beverage manager at chef Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill in New York. \nThere’s another part of his background that helps explain his approach to cocktails: Caporale studied Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Duke University. \nThat scientific background eventually became part of the way he teaches beverages. Rather than treating cocktail recipes as instructions that simply need to be followed\, Caporale explores why ingredients behave the way they do\, how balance works and what happens when a bartender changes one variable. \nHe’s also been an early figure in bringing cocktail education online. Caporale created and hosted Art of the Drink\, one of YouTube’s earliest series devoted to cocktails and bartending\, and later created Broadway Bartender. He also wrote and hosted a Mixology 101 video series for Spoon University. \nCaporale authored the cocktail chapter of the Institute of Culinary Education’s Cognitive Cooking with Chef Watson: Recipes for Innovation from IBM & the Institute of Culinary Education and has served as managing editor of Chilled Magazine. \nFor Mystic audiences\, however\, his connection goes beyond visiting town to teach classes. Caporale calls Mystic home. \nFrom the Bar to Off-Broadway\nCaporale’s background in theater eventually collided with his career behind the bar. \nHe created The Imbible\, a series of Off-Broadway musical productions built around the history of alcohol and cocktails. The original production combined theater\, music\, science and drinking history while audiences sampled cocktails connected to the story. \nThe series ultimately ran for six years and more than 600 performances\, becoming one of the longer-running Off-Broadway productions of its period. \nCaporale has also appeared as a cocktail and spirits expert outside the theater. He was featured as a mixology historian on the Smithsonian Channel’s Searching for Secrets: New York and has given two Talks at Google. \nHis connection to Mystic’s history is particularly appropriate. Caporale curated Temperance and Trade\, an exhibition for Mystic Seaport Museum examining alcohol\, commerce and the temperance movement. \nDrinkin’ Whiskey and Rye takes all of those strands — bartender\, teacher\, historian and scientist — and puts them into a considerably smaller classroom at Kitch. \nSpirits Selected by Spencer & Lynn\nParticipants won’t be working from a generic lineup of bottles. \nThe spirits used during the class are being provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\, an independent bottle shop at 17 West Main Street in downtown Mystic. \nSpencer & Lynn specializes in organic and natural wines\, small-batch spirits\, craft beer and cider\, with an emphasis on smaller independent producers. The shop says nearly everything on its shelves comes from producers who farm organically and make what they grow. \nEducation is also part of its business. Spencer & Lynn regularly hosts tastings and special events\, including its own programs with Caporale. \nFor Drinkin’ Whiskey and Rye\, the shop is supplying a selection of unique spirits for participants to use as they explore the differences among bourbon\, rye and Scotch cocktails. \nAbout Kitch\nKitch is more than a kitchenware store with a classroom tucked into the back. \nOwners Dan and Lynne Price built the Olde Mistick Village shop around their shared interest in cooking\, entertaining and finding culinary products that aren’t necessarily sitting on the shelves of a big-box retailer. \nDan Price brings his interest in cooking and culinary education to the business\, including teaching classes and demonstrating equipment for customers. Lynne Price handles much of the merchandising and curation that shapes what appears in the store. \nThe selection emphasizes American-made and locally produced goods\, ranging from cookware and handmade cutlery to spices\, specialty foods and small-batch hot sauces. There’s even a hot sauce bar where visitors can sample dozens of varieties. \nClasses and culinary experiences have become another part of Kitch’s identity. Its schedule ranges from cooking instruction to beverage programs like Caporale’s mixology series\, allowing participants to work directly with the techniques and ingredients being discussed. \nMake the Drinks\, Then Shop the Store\nThere’s also an after-hours perk attached to the September 11 class. \nRegistration includes an exclusive Last-Call Shopping Spree after the lesson. Participants receive 15% off purchases made at Kitch following the class. \nClass size is limited to 24 participants\, and registration must be paid in advance. Because alcohol is being served and prepared during the program\, participants must be at least 21 years old. \nKitch requires at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations to qualify for a refund or credit toward another class. No-shows and cancellations without the required notice forfeit the class fee. \nIf enrollment is too low for the class to take place\, participants can receive a full refund or move their registration to a future class. \nDetails\nEvent: Drinkin’ Whiskey and Rye at Kitch\nDate: Friday\, September 11\, 2026\nTime: 6–8 p.m.\nLocation: Kitch\nAddress: 27 Coogan Blvd.\, Unit 19A\, Mystic\, CT 06355\nInstructor: Anthony Caporale\, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education\nCost: $65 plus tax\nAge Requirement: 21+\nClass Size: Limited to 24 participants\nFormat: Hands-on whiskey cocktail class\nCocktails: Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned\, Perfect Rye Manhattan and Craft Scotch Sour\nSpirits: A selection provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\nRegistration: Advance payment required; first come\, first served\nAfter-Class Shopping: Registered participants receive 15% off Kitch purchases made after class\nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to receive a refund or credit; no-shows and late cancellations forfeit the class fee\nClass Cancellation: If Kitch cancels because of insufficient enrollment\, participants may receive a full refund or transfer to a future class\nPhone Registration: 860-980-3384 \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \nTo purchase tickets\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown. \n 
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LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mastering Craft Mixology at Kitch
DESCRIPTION:Mastering Craft Mixology at Kitch allows aspiring home bartenders to learn professional cocktail techniques from one of the country’s leading spirits educators on Friday\, August 7\, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Held at Kitch in Mystic\, this hands-on class explores the history\, science\, and techniques behind classic cocktails while teaching participants how to create bar-quality drinks at home. \nThe evening is led by Chef Anthony Caporale\, an internationally recognized mixology author\, educator\, and consultant who serves as Director of Spirits Education and Research at New York City’s acclaimed Institute of Culinary Education. Caporale has spent more than a decade teaching beverage professionals\, authored the cocktail chapter of Recipes for Innovation\, produced the long-running Off-Broadway musical series The Imbible\, appeared on the Smithsonian Channel\, and curated the Temperance and Trade exhibition at Mystic Seaport Museum. His classes blend entertaining storytelling with practical instruction\, making complex cocktail techniques approachable for beginners and enthusiasts alike. \nParticipants will learn the fundamentals behind three iconic cocktails: a Craft Old Fashioned\, a Classic Daiquiri\, and an Ultimate Espresso Martini. Along the way\, Caporale explains the ingredients\, techniques\, and creative thinking that distinguish top cocktail bars from the average home setup. Premium spirits for the class are provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants of downtown Mystic. \nRegistration also includes an exclusive 15% off “Last Call” shopping spree after class\, giving attendees the opportunity to purchase barware\, ingredients\, and specialty items from Kitch at a discount. Class size is limited to 24 participants\, creating an intimate learning environment with plenty of opportunities for questions and hands-on instruction. \nOn the Menu\n\nCraft Old Fashioned\nClassic Daiquiri\nUltimate Espresso Martini\n\nEvent Details\nEvent: Mastering Craft Mixology at Kitch \nDate: Friday\, August 7\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nLocation:\nKitch\n27 Coogan Boulevard\nMystic\, CT 06355 \nInstructor: Chef Anthony Caporale \nIncludes: \n\nHands-on craft cocktail instruction\nPremium spirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\nThree featured cocktails\nExclusive 15% after-class shopping discount\n\nAge Requirement: 21+ \nMore Information\nAdditional information about the class\, cancellation policy\, and requirements is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \nReservations and ticket purchases are available by clicking the Ticket link at the bottom of this page or by calling 860-980-3384. \n\n 
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LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Summer Cocktails at Kitch Brings Hands-On Mixology to Mystic
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Summer Cocktails at Kitch invites guests to shake\, stir\, and sip their way through three refreshing rum cocktails during a hands-on mixology class led by internationally recognized cocktail educator Chef Anthony Caporale. Held at Kitch in downtown Mystic\, the class teaches participants how to create tropical-inspired drinks perfect for summer entertaining\, whether you’re relaxing on a backyard deck or spending the day on the water. \nThroughout the class\, guests will prepare and taste three classic warm-weather cocktails while learning professional techniques\, the history behind each recipe\, and the science of crafting balanced cocktails. Participants will work with premium rums provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants while receiving step-by-step instruction from Caporale\, whose experience includes leading spirits education at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education\, appearing on the Smithsonian Channel\, and curating the Temperance and Trade exhibition at Mystic Seaport Museum. \nRegistration also includes an exclusive after-class shopping event\, giving attendees 15% off purchases made following the class. \nEvent Details\nEvent: A Celebration of Summer Cocktails at Kitch \nDate / Time: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) \nLocation: Kitch\n27 Coogan Boulevard\nMystic\, CT \nInstructor: Chef Anthony Caporale \nAdmission: Advance registration required \nAge Requirement: 21 and older \nClass Size: Limited to 24 participants \nOn the Menu\nParticipants will prepare and sample three tropical cocktails during the class: \n\nSouth County White Rum Hemingway Daiquiri\nThe Real McCoy 3 Year Rum Strawberry Mojito\nThe Real McCoy 5 Year Rum Piña Colada\n\nEach recipe is demonstrated step by step\, allowing guests to learn professional bartending techniques while mixing every cocktail themselves. \nMeet Chef Anthony Caporale\nChef Anthony Caporale is an internationally recognized mixology author\, educator\, consultant\, and cocktail historian. For more than a decade\, he has served as the Director of Spirits Education and Research at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education and authored the cocktail chapter of the institute’s cookbook\, Recipes for Innovation. \nHis expertise extends beyond the classroom. Caporale created and stars in The Imbible\, a series of Off-Broadway musicals exploring the history of cocktails and spirits. He has delivered two Talks at Google\, appeared as the featured Cocktail Historian on the Smithsonian Channel\, and curated Mystic Seaport Museum’s Temperance and Trade exhibition. Today\, he leads professional mixology education and team-building programs for beverage companies around the world while regularly teaching classes in his hometown of Mystic. \nExclusive Shopping Opportunity\nFollowing the class\, participants are invited to an exclusive “Last Call” shopping event\, where they can receive 15% off purchases made after the session. It’s an opportunity to pick up bar tools\, specialty ingredients\, or gifts while taking advantage of the class discount. \nRegistration Information\nAdvance registration is required\, and classes are filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. Participants must be at least 21 years old. If a class is canceled because of low enrollment\, guests may choose a full refund or transfer to a future class. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the event to receive a refund or class credit. No-shows are not eligible for refunds. \nTickets may be reserved by calling 860-980-3384 or by purchasing online through Kitch. \nWhy Attend\nWhether you’re looking to elevate your home bartending skills or simply enjoy an evening learning from one of the country’s leading mixology educators\, A Celebration of Summer Cocktails at Kitch offers a fun\, interactive experience. With hands-on instruction\, premium spirits\, and recipes you’ll be able to recreate all summer long\, it’s an enjoyable outing for cocktail enthusiasts of every skill level. \nTickets\nAdvance registration is required. \nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/a-celebration-of-summer-cocktails-at-kitch-brings-hands-on-mixology-to-mystic/
LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tequila and Mezcal Mixology at KITCH
DESCRIPTION:Tequila and Mezcal Mixology at KITCH gives cocktail enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the world of agave spirits during a hands-on class on Friday\, July 17. Led by internationally recognized mixologist Chef Anthony Caporale\, this two-hour workshop combines guided tastings\, cocktail instruction\, and the history behind tequila and mezcal\, helping participants elevate their summer entertaining with professional techniques and recipes. \nGuests will sample a curated selection of tequila and mezcal provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants before learning how to craft three signature cocktails. Along the way\, Caporale explains the differences between tequila and mezcal\, their production methods\, and how to choose the right spirit for each drink. Following the class\, participants can take advantage of an exclusive shopping event with a discount on purchases made that evening. \nA Mystic native\, Chef Anthony Caporale is an internationally recognized mixology educator\, author\, and consultant. He serves as Director of Spirits Education and Research at New York City’s Institute of Culinary Education\, created the long-running Off-Broadway The Imbible musical series about cocktail history\, and curated Mystic Seaport Museum’s Temperance and Trade exhibition. His engaging teaching style combines cocktail history\, science\, and practical skills for an informative and entertaining experience. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Tequila and Mezcal Mixology\nDate: Friday\, July 17\, 2026\nTime: 6:00-8:00 p.m.\nAge Requirement: 21 and older\n\nOn the Menu\nParticipants will prepare and enjoy: \n\nBlanco Tequila Margarita\nReposado Tequila Old Fashioned\nMezcal Paloma\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nGuided tasting of tequila and mezcal\nDifferences between agave spirits\nCraft cocktail techniques\nProfessional mixing tips\nCocktail history and education\n\nAbout Chef Anthony Caporale\n\nInternationally recognized mixologist\, author\, and educator\nDirector of Spirits Education and Research at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City\nAuthor of the cocktail chapter in Recipes for Innovation\nCreator and star of The Imbible Off-Broadway musical series\nFeatured cocktail historian on the Smithsonian Channel\nCurator of Mystic Seaport Museum’s Temperance and Trade exhibition\nMystic native\n\nBonus Perk\nRegistration includes an exclusive 15% off shopping spree following the class on eligible purchases. \nRegistration\nAdvance registration is required. \nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page\, or by calling 860-980-3384. \nImportant Information\n\nClasses are limited to 24 participants.\nPayment is required in advance.\nParticipants must be at least 21 years old.\nCancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance for a refund or credit.\nIf the class is canceled due to low enrollment\, participants may choose a full refund or a seat in a future class.\n\nMeta Description: \n 
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LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Caramel Apple Lady at KITCH
DESCRIPTION:The Caramel Apple Lady at KITCH in the Olde Mistick Village for a Strawberry Festival celebration featuring strawberry-inspired treats\, specialty apples\, and handcrafted sweets. Taking place June 13 and 14\, the event transforms the popular shop into a destination for strawberry lovers with a menu of seasonal favorites available throughout the weekend. \nFestival visitors can browse a selection of strawberry-themed creations including strawberry cheesecake\, strawberry shortcake\, strawberry candy apples\, and dark chocolate strawberry sea salt treats. Additional festival favorites include caramel apples in a variety of flavors\, chocolate-dipped treats\, salted chocolate-caramel crispy bars\, and specialty apples crafted exclusively for the event. Limited-quantity offerings will also be available while supplies last. \nThis event is a great stop for families\, dessert enthusiasts\, and anyone visiting Olde Mistick Village during Strawberry Festival weekend. Whether you’re searching for a sweet treat\, picking up a unique gift\, or simply looking to indulge your love of strawberries\, The Caramel Apple Lady offers plenty of options to satisfy a sweet tooth. \n  \nAdditional Details\n\nDates: June 13 and June 14\nTime: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nLocation: KITCH\, Olde Mistick Village\n\nStrawberry Collection \n\nStrawberry Cheesecake\nStrawberry Shortcake\nStrawberry Candy Apple\nDark Chocolate Strawberry Sea Salt\n\nFestival Favorites \n\nPlain Caramel\nDark Chocolate Sea Salt\nPeanut Butter Cup\nDark Chocolate Toffee\nMini M&M’s\nDouble Chocolate Pecan Turtle\n\nSpecialty Apples \n\nS’mores\nWhite Chocolate Fruity Pebbles\nRosé Garden (Limited Quantity)\n\nFestival Treats \n\nChocolate-Dipped Pretzels\nSalted Chocolate Caramel Crispy Bars\nS’mores Pops\nStrawberry-infused favorites available throughout the village during the festival\nSpecialty items available while supplies last\nLimited quantities available on select products\, including the Rosé Garden apple
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-caramel-apple-lady-at-kitch/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:A Martini Masterclass at Kitch
DESCRIPTION:A Martini Masterclass at Kitch offers cocktail enthusiasts a chance to explore the history\, techniques\, and flavors behind one of the world’s most iconic drinks. Held on Saturday\, June 13\, this interactive experience is led by Mystic’s own Chef Anthony Caporale\, an internationally recognized mixologist\, educator\, author\, and cocktail historian whose expertise has taken him from New York’s culinary scene to museums\, television appearances\, and some of the beverage industry’s largest brands. \nDuring the class\, guests will discover the fascinating origins of the martini\, learn why James Bond famously preferred his shaken rather than stirred\, and follow the drink’s evolution through modern classics like the Espresso Martini. Participants will receive hands-on instruction while crafting a Classic Martini\, a Perfect Manhattan\, and a Craft Espresso Martini. A curated selection of spirits will be provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\, allowing attendees to experience a variety of premium ingredients while refining their cocktail-making skills. \nBeyond the drinks themselves\, Chef Caporale brings a wealth of entertaining stories and historical insight to the experience. Known for creating and starring in The Imbible\, one of New York’s longest-running Off-Broadway productions focused on the history of cocktails and spirits\, he combines education and entertainment in a way that appeals to both casual cocktail fans and serious enthusiasts. As an added bonus\, registration includes an exclusive post-class shopping event with 15% off purchases made after the workshop. \nOn the Menu\n\nClassic Martini\nPerfect Manhattan\nCraft Espresso Martini\n\nIncluded with Registration\n\nGuided cocktail instruction from Chef Anthony Caporale\nPremium spirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\nHistory and techniques behind classic cocktails\nHands-on cocktail preparation\nExclusive “Last-Call” Shopping Spree\n15% off purchases made after class\n\nAbout Chef Anthony Caporale\nChef Anthony Caporale is an internationally recognized mixology author\, educator\, consultant\, and cocktail historian. He serves as Director of Spirits Education and Research at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education and is the creator and star of The Imbible cocktail-themed theatrical series. His work has been featured by Google\, The Smithsonian Channel\, Mystic Seaport Museum\, and numerous leading beverage brands and publications. \nt \n 
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LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:The Caramel Apple Lady at KITCH
DESCRIPTION:The Caramel Apple Lady at KITCH in the Olde Mistick Village for a Strawberry Festival celebration featuring strawberry-inspired treats\, specialty apples\, and handcrafted sweets. Taking place June 13 and 14\, the event transforms the popular shop into a destination for strawberry lovers with a menu of seasonal favorites available throughout the weekend. \nFestival visitors can browse a selection of strawberry-themed creations including strawberry cheesecake\, strawberry shortcake\, strawberry candy apples\, and dark chocolate strawberry sea salt treats. Additional festival favorites include caramel apples in a variety of flavors\, chocolate-dipped treats\, salted chocolate-caramel crispy bars\, and specialty apples crafted exclusively for the event. Limited-quantity offerings will also be available while supplies last. \nThis event is a great stop for families\, dessert enthusiasts\, and anyone visiting Olde Mistick Village during Strawberry Festival weekend. Whether you’re searching for a sweet treat\, picking up a unique gift\, or simply looking to indulge your love of strawberries\, The Caramel Apple Lady offers plenty of options to satisfy a sweet tooth. \n  \nAdditional Details\n\nDates: June 13 and June 14\nTime: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nLocation: KITCH\, Olde Mistick Village\n\nStrawberry Collection \n\nStrawberry Cheesecake\nStrawberry Shortcake\nStrawberry Candy Apple\nDark Chocolate Strawberry Sea Salt\n\nFestival Favorites \n\nPlain Caramel\nDark Chocolate Sea Salt\nPeanut Butter Cup\nDark Chocolate Toffee\nMini M&M’s\nDouble Chocolate Pecan Turtle\n\nSpecialty Apples \n\nS’mores\nWhite Chocolate Fruity Pebbles\nRosé Garden (Limited Quantity)\n\nFestival Treats \n\nChocolate-Dipped Pretzels\nSalted Chocolate Caramel Crispy Bars\nS’mores Pops\nStrawberry-infused favorites available throughout the village during the festival\nSpecialty items available while supplies last\nLimited quantities available on select products\, including the Rosé Garden apple
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-caramel-apple-lady-at-kitch/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:Mastering Craft Mixology
DESCRIPTION:Mastering Craft Mixology invites cocktail lovers to sharpen their bartending skills during an immersive hands-on class focused on the techniques\, ingredients\, and small details that separate ordinary drinks from true craft cocktails. Led by Chef Anthony Caporale\, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education\, the event explores the history\, science\, and strategy behind some of the world’s most iconic cocktails while helping participants learn how to recreate elevated bar-quality drinks at home. \nThroughout the evening\, guests will prepare and sample a lineup of classic cocktails including a Craft Old Fashioned\, a Classic Daiquiri\, and an upgraded Espresso Martini while learning the methods professional bartenders use to balance flavor\, texture\, dilution\, and presentation. A curated selection of spirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants in downtown Mystic adds another layer to the experience\, helping attendees experiment with unique ingredients while building confidence behind the bar. \nCaporale brings an unusually deep mix of culinary\, historical\, and entertainment experience to the class. In addition to his longtime role at the Institute of Culinary Education\, he has appeared on The Smithsonian Channel\, worked with major beverage companies\, authored cocktail education materials\, and created “The Imbible\,” one of the longest-running Off-Broadway productions centered around cocktail history and spirits culture. The class also includes an exclusive after-hours shopping event with 15% off purchases following the session. \nOn The Menu: \n\nCraft Old Fashioned\nClassic Daiquiri\nUltimate Espresso Martini\n\nHighlights: \n\nHosted by Chef Anthony Caporale\nHands-on craft cocktail instruction\nSpirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\nCocktail history and mixology techniques\nExclusive 15% post-class shopping event\nParticipants must be 21+\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mastering-craft-mixology/
LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:Whiskey\, Bourbon\, and Scotch at Kitch Mystic
DESCRIPTION:Whiskey\, Bourbon\, and Scotch at Kitch Mystic offers a guided deep dive into the world of aged spirits\, with an evening focused on whiskey education\, tasting\, and cocktail history. Designed for both experienced whiskey drinkers and curious newcomers\, the class explores Scotch\, Bourbon\, Irish whiskey\, and rye through guided tastings led by acclaimed mixologist and spirits educator Anthony Caporale. \nGuests will learn how to properly taste and evaluate whiskey while sampling a curated lineup that includes Dewar’s White Label Scotch\, Laphroaig 10 Single Malt Scotch\, Green Spot Irish Whiskey\, South County Bourbon\, and Litchfield Straight Rye. Alongside the tastings\, Caporale walks participants through the history\, production\, and science behind whiskey-making\, helping demystify a category that can often feel intimidating to casual drinkers. Spencer and Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants in downtown Mystic provide spirits for the class. \nWhat sets the evening apart is Caporale’s blend of education and entertainment. Known for creating The Imbible series of long-running Off-Broadway musicals about cocktail history\, he brings storytelling\, humor\, and deep industry knowledge into the experience rather than presenting it like a formal lecture. Participants also receive access to an exclusive after-class shopping event with 15% off purchases\, turning the evening into part tasting class\, part social event\, and part whiskey appreciation workshop. \nSEO Description (160 characters max):
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SUMMARY:A Martini Masterclass at KITCH
DESCRIPTION:Fee: $65 \nEveryone knows James Bond liked his martini shaken\, not stirred… but that little detail opens the door to a much bigger story. The martini didn’t just appear fully formed in a crystal glass… it evolved\, shifted\, picked up influence along the way\, and somehow became one of the most recognizable drinks in the world. This class takes you behind that curtain\, breaking down the history\, the myths\, and the small choices that turned a simple cocktail into something iconic… and eventually into modern favorites like the Espresso Martini. \nLeading the experience is Mystic’s own Anthony Caporale\, the creative force behind The Imbible—a series of hit New York musicals built around the history of cocktails and spirits. His style is part storyteller\, part teacher\, making the whole thing feel less like a class and more like an experience you’re part of. You’ll learn how to build a classic martini the right way… the kind that might actually make 007 rethink his order… before moving into equally essential cocktails like the Perfect Manhattan and a carefully crafted Espresso Martini that balances richness and bite. \nAlong the way\, you’ll be working with a curated selection of spirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants\, giving you a chance to taste the difference quality makes in every step of the process. And just when you think the night is winding down\, there’s one more perk… an exclusive “last call” shopping window where you can pick up anything that caught your interest at 15% off. Come for the history\, stay for the hands-on experience\, and leave knowing how to make cocktails that actually live up to the reputation.
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LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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