wine & Spirit ClassES
Our classes cover a variety topics in the wine and spirits industry ranging from beginning to intermediate levels. We’re always developing new and exciting courses for students to continue learning about the diverse world of wine & spirits. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date on new classes and events!
Upcoming classes:
SUMMER 2022 COOKING CLASSES COMING SOON!
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types of events
TASTING WORKSHOPSWe offer beginning and intermediate wine, beer, and spirits classes. There are always new and exciting class topics to explore.
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dinner pairingsDinner pairings hosted at various locations featuring seasonal menus tailored to the theme of the evening.
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cooking classesFrom food and wine pairings to cooking with beer, wine, and whiskey, we offer different themed demonstration and interactive style cooking classes.
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about your host
BENTLEY HALE, Sip Happens Wine School
Bringing over twenty years of restaurant industry experience to the table, Bentley shows home cooks how easy it is to make restaurant-inspired meals and cocktails at home. In addition to her industry insider tips, Bentley's fun and easy-to-follow recipes will help class participants gain confidence in the kitchen and with setting up their home bars.
Bentley began working in the restaurant industry at age 15 as a host and then became a server and bartender. Over the course of her career, she worked her way up as training manager and bar manager, as well as in corporate and private restaurant management, gaining valuable insights into both front-of-house and back-of-house kitchen operations. As well as working in the restaurant industry, Bentley holds a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design. Her graduate thesis focused on restaurant design and marketing. Recently, Bentley has specialized in developing concepts for new restaurant openings, assisting owners with food and beverage menu development, design, and operational assistance.
Hosting staff wine training seminars, creating wine lists with pairing menus, and planning exclusive wine dinners throughout her restaurant career helped Bentley discover her passion for wine education. Bentley’s enthusiasm for teaching others about wine led her to start Sip Happens Wine School which focuses on making wine and spirits education practical and fun.
Bentley's cooking style combines California coastal flavors with Tex-Mex and Southern comfort ingredients. Having grown up in Los Angeles but being born in Texas, she draws constant inspiration from her Southern roots where she learned how to cook classic Southern recipes from her mother and grandmother. When possible, she also tries to adhere to a gluten-free and dairy-free diet, along with preparing low-carb meals for her family.
Bentley began working in the restaurant industry at age 15 as a host and then became a server and bartender. Over the course of her career, she worked her way up as training manager and bar manager, as well as in corporate and private restaurant management, gaining valuable insights into both front-of-house and back-of-house kitchen operations. As well as working in the restaurant industry, Bentley holds a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design. Her graduate thesis focused on restaurant design and marketing. Recently, Bentley has specialized in developing concepts for new restaurant openings, assisting owners with food and beverage menu development, design, and operational assistance.
Hosting staff wine training seminars, creating wine lists with pairing menus, and planning exclusive wine dinners throughout her restaurant career helped Bentley discover her passion for wine education. Bentley’s enthusiasm for teaching others about wine led her to start Sip Happens Wine School which focuses on making wine and spirits education practical and fun.
Bentley's cooking style combines California coastal flavors with Tex-Mex and Southern comfort ingredients. Having grown up in Los Angeles but being born in Texas, she draws constant inspiration from her Southern roots where she learned how to cook classic Southern recipes from her mother and grandmother. When possible, she also tries to adhere to a gluten-free and dairy-free diet, along with preparing low-carb meals for her family.
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