The Summer Culinary Series is a curation of elevated culinary experiences highlighting the freshest farmers market ingredients through chef-led classes, demonstrations, and tastings that connect guests directly with local food and farmers inside The Teaching Kitchen at Main Street Market.
The series is presented by the Big River Economic and Agricultural Development Alliance (BREADA), the non-profit that brings vibrant market experiences to you through Red Stick Farmers Market and Main Street Market.
Designed to deepen our neighbors' appreciation for seasonal Louisiana ingredients, the series showcases products from the Red Stick Farmers Market, a producer-only market where every item is sold by the farmers, fishers, and food artisans who grow, raise, catch, or create it. This ensures the freshest products while creating a direct connection to the people behind your food.
Join us for an elevated tasting experience that explores wine through the eyes of a professional sommelier. Taste Like a Somme is an intimate, guided journey into flavor, balance, and pairing that is led by Level 3 Sommelier Scott Higgins.
Guests will learn how to taste with intention while enjoying a beautifully curated charcuterie board featuring seasonal, locally sourced items from the Red Stick Farmers Market.
What's included
- Guided wine tasting led by Level 3 Sommelier Scott Higgins
- Exploration of technique, structure, and flavor profiling: in short learning how to “taste like a sommelier”
- Artisan charcuterie board featuring farmers market cheeses, cured meats, seasonal fruits, nuts, and accompaniments
- Instruction on pairing wine with local, seasonal foods
- Intimate, conversational class format designed for learning and enjoyment
Event Details
- 2 experiences offered, one on July 15 and one on July 29
- Limited to 20 guests per class for a personal, high-touch experience
- $100 per person or $175 per couple
This class blends education and indulgence, offering guests a deeper appreciation for wine while celebrating the flavors and producers of our local farmers market.