11:00 am–12:00 pm

Cheesemaking 101 with Marc Druart & Kate Arding

Learn the basics behind the art and science of creating artisan cheese. Let Marc Druart, from the Vermont Institute for Artisan Cheese and Kate Arding, co-founder of Culture Magazine guide you through the process as you relax, taste some cheese and sip wine.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Town Hall Meeting with Steve Jenkins

Sit down for an intimate discussion with the Vermont cheesemakers that make it happen everyday. Learn what it takes to manage a farm or creamery, make cheese by hand and contribute to a sustainable way of life. World renowned author and cheesemonger, Steve Jenkins will act as moderator as participants ask questions, sample cheese and drink wine.

3:00 pm–4:00 pm

Cheese & Wine Pariing 101 with Janet Fletcher & Robin Schempp

Food columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, Janet Fletcher, teams up with Culinologist Robin Schempp to take the mystery out of cheese and wine pairing. Learn some of the tradition flavor combinations as well as some new and hip
taste trends.