A virtual cooking class with celebrity chef Scott Conant, a spring wine dinner series, and a day of pinata smash sounds like another month of events hosted by food and drink joints across greater Phoenix. Plus, a Tiki night and/or Brazil-themed menu that ll make you feel like you ve actually left the state for the first time in who knows how long. Here are 14 drink and food events happening in the Valley this April.
A Great Reopening Thursday, April 1 LDV Winery Tasting Room 7134 East Stetson Drive, #B110, Scottsdale The newly remodeled tasting room at LDV Winery is reopening April 1 and complete with new table service and a wine program. LDV s wine concierges will bring wine flights directly to each party s table and explain each pour. Flights include light, medium, and robust estate wines for $15 each. Reservations are recommended for parties of four or more and can be made by calling 480-664-4822.
Lynn Trimble
Match Market and Bar at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel 1100 North Central Avenue FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel s Passport Series continues with a trip to Mexico. Journey to the Yucatán Peninsula and experience regional cuisine and cocktail specials provided by Match Market and Bar. There will also be themed décor on the pool deck to really get you in the spirit. It s free to attend but tickets are required. The event runs from 6 p.m. to midnight.
Chef Marcellino will lead guests through an Italian cooking class.
Marcellino Ristorante Marcellino Ristorante 7114 East Stetson Drive, Scottsdale Chef Marcellino of Marcellino Ristorante is gearing up to teach you how to make minestrone with crostini. The Italian classic is a hearty winter soup with fresh vegetables, toasted Italian bread points, and Parmigiano. After the class, participants can try the soup paired with an organic salad and Chef Marcellino’s biscotti. Cost is $50 per person. Seating is limited, and reservat