Learn mozzarella-making while sipping curated wines at a demonstration that includes live, visual instruction along with wine tasting, charcuterie & Pizza.

Craving an experience that combines culinary creativity with incredible taste? Escape to the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario and dive into the world of traditional cheese-making with an engaging, detailed 2-hour mozzarella-making demonstration. This specialized watch-and-learn experience features live, interactive remote instruction on a screen where an expert chef guides you visually from stretch to finish, thoroughly answering questions while our hands-on hosting staff pours your pairings on-site.

Participants will learn how to create their own cheese from scratch, observing the perfect curd-stretching textures and temperatures needed for a flawless batch. Pair this educational adventure with a robust tasting journey for an unforgettable culinary outing. It’s perfect for those who love both culinary arts, historic local storytelling, and trying new things.

What We Offer

• Mozzarella Demonstration with Wine Tasting and Food for Two or Four

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Mozzarella Making Demonstration
An Instructor-led-class. Will show you how to make cheese from start to finish.

• The Experience Typically Includes:

  • A demonstration on the traditional process of cheese-making. Other types of cheeses will also be discussed.

• Wine Tasting and Pairing

  • A full flight of our Wines will be poured for each person. After the tasting, you will be able to select a bottle of wine to be shared (one per groupon).

• Food & Instruction

  • A charcuterie board consisting of artisan cheese, meats and fruit for each couple, can be enjoyed with your bottle of wine while the demonstration takes place.
  • At the conclusion of the demonstration, a Margherita style pizza will be made with fresh mozzarella to be enjoyed by all. You won’t leave this class hungry! This class demonstration is an experience combining creativity, education, indulgence into one deliciously memorable activity. Perfect for date nights, team outings, or small group activities.

Why You Should Grab This Offer

Mayer’s Lake Ontario Winery features over 50 different styles of premier wines, including their signature Lake Ridge Reserve, Lake Ontario Wines, and Pirates Lagoon Wines. Alongside the winery, Mayer’s Cider Mill has been delighting visitors since 1962 with its famous “Old Fashioned Fry Cakes” and sweet cider, while the cidery offers the popular “1835 Hard Cider.” Guests can also enjoy a hearty meal at the on-site bistro, which serves lunch and dinner with favorites like fish frys, pizza, burgers, and more. Beyond great food and drink, Mayer’s hosts a variety of fun events and activities throughout the year, such as Grape Stomps, Garlic Festivals, and Valentine’s Day specials, as well as bus trips for brewery and wine tours. They also support local agriculture through their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, offering fresh, seasonal produce to the community.