Spotlight on Artisanal Products: From Cup to Plate with Lavazza Coffee

I am thrilled to tell you about a very cool class coming up at the awesome La Scuola Grande at Eataly with Francine Segan and LavAzza coffee! Mother's Day is coming up, and this would be a wonderful afternoon for a mother/daughter or mother-in-law/daughter-in-law to attend. I like to give gifts that are memorable, sometimes they are so much better than "things", if you know what I mean. 

Here is the information on the class, and a link for you to purchase tickets. 

Event: Spotlight on Artisanal Products: From Cup to Plate with Lavazza Coffee

When: Saturday, May 3, 2014 2:00PM – 3:30PM

Where: La Scuola Grande at Eataly

            200 5^th Avenue

            New York, NY 10010

            (212) 539-0204 – Ext. 304

What: Lavazza’s National Brand Ambassador, Francine Segan (James Beard Award finalist), will lead a unique voyage into the world of coffee at Eataly. As an expert in Italian food, Francine will guide an engaging class featuring Lavazza’s four new specialty blends. She will also discuss the rich heritage of this family owned Italian coffee brand. Together, Francine and chefs from Eataly’s La Scuola will demonstrate the recipes of a Coffee Hazelnut Tart and Coffee Cake. Following the demo, attendees will also be able to taste these delicious treats made with Lavazza.

Link to register: https://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1507483&

FRANCINE SEGAN, noted public speaker and food historian, is the author of six books including Opera Lover’s Cookbook, nominated for both James Beard and IACP awards. Her many TV appearances include Today Show, Early Show, and Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood and she has been featured on numerous specials for PBS, the Food Network and the History, Sundance and Discovery channels.

Event: Spotlight on Artisanal Products: From Cup to Plate with Lavazza Coffee

When: Saturday, May 3, 2014 2:00PM – 3:30PM

Where: La Scuola Grande at Eataly

            200 5^th Avenue

            New York, NY 10010

            (212) 539-0204 – Ext. 304

Today's Words of Wisdom: Coffee smells like freshly ground heaven. ~Jessi Lane Adams

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For the Love of Italian Coffee with Francine Segan at 92nd Street Y

We spoke about the fabulous Tea Talk recently with Francine Segan, now we have a Coffee Lovers event! Italian coffee is just the best you will ever taste. Period. Italians know their coffee. On Tuesday, September 24, 2013, Francine will be hosting an event at the 92nd Street Y for all the coffee lovers out there! Here is some information on the fun lecture from Francine herself: 

Starbucks move over! At this talk & tasting we'll get to taste many different kinds of coffee & coffee drinks popular in Italy, including the best iced coffee you've ever tried. You will learn to brew the perfect cup, cook with coffee, make your own coffee liqueur & more. We will also enjoy some yummy treats to pair with coffee.

I'll explain how & when Italians drink coffee and why its so different here in the States. We'll do a guided tasting (like a wine tasting, but you don't have to spit:)) so that you can become a sort of coffee sommelier!

For the Love of Italian Coffee
Tuesday, September 24
7 - 8:30 PM

Taste several different coffees and interesting coffee drinks as you learn about coffee's origins, espresso history, how to make a perfect cup of brew, how to cook with coffee & much more in this fast paced fun class.

Discover why Lavazza is one of Italy's most renowned coffee makers as you taste a variety of coffee blends.

Francine Segan 

Info from the 92nd St Y website: 

Tea 

Tuesday September 24 

7-8:30 PM 

Delve into the secrets of the Italian coffee roasters, with their skill, experience and sensitive palates.

Learn about coffee’s origins, espresso history, how to make a perfect cup of brew and how to cook with coffee in this fast-paced, fun class. Discover why Lavazza is one of Italy’s most renowned coffee makers as you taste a variety of coffee blends. Leave with a complimentary pound of Lavazza coffee!

Register Here 

92nd St Y 

Lexington Ave and 92nd St., NYC

Through the breadth and depth of 92Y's extraordinary programs, we enrich lives, create community and elevate humanity. More than 300,000 people visit 92Y’s New York City venues annually, and millions more join us through the Internet, satellite broadcasts and other digital media. A proudly Jewish organization since its founding in 1874, 92Y embraces its heritage and enthusiastically welcomes people of all backgrounds and perspectives.

Today's Words of Wisdom: “I'd rather take coffee than compliments just now.” 
― Louisa May Alcott, Little Women

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Tea Talk at 92nd St Y with Francine Segan

I have had the recent pleasure of speaking with Francine Segan, a food historian, public author and public speaker. I know that I have many foodies who read this blog, and I knew this would be of interest to you. Francine is having a Tea Class at the fabulous 92nd St Y September 17th, 2013. You will have the opportunity to taste many different varieties of teas along with yummy food as well. Francine will talk about how tea was "discovered", how it traveled around the world, about Japanese tea ceremony as well as English Afternoon Tea. She will have gorgeous antiques used for tea serving. Francine will also talk about the health benefits of various types of teas. Their will be talk about the many tea "inventions" like the funny story behind the tea bag and how to cook with tea (see Tea Eggs photo below) 

photo courtesy of Francine Segan 

Teas served are courtesy of Darlene The Tea Lover’s Archives, who will be there to answer questions on how to brew the most delicious cup of tea in the world

You can check out some of Francine's great books on her website HERE. I am particularly interested in the Dolce one of course!! 

This sounds like a wonderful event for those of you who love tea and want to learn some history about it. Be sure to check out my list of top afternoon teas in New York City on the blog as well. 

Francine Segan 

Info from the 92nd St Y website: 

Tea 

Tuesday September 17 

7-8:30 PM 

Discover tea's origins and the fascinating story of it's world journey. Learn to brew the perfect cup of tea and even how to cook with tea! See various types of raw leaves and taste various teas including herbal brews. Teas courtesy of Darlene The Tea Lover's Archives. 

Register Here 

92nd St Y 

Lexington Ave and 92nd St., NYC

Through the breadth and depth of 92Y's extraordinary programs, we enrich lives, create community and elevate humanity. More than 300,000 people visit 92Y’s New York City venues annually, and millions more join us through the Internet, satellite broadcasts and other digital media. A proudly Jewish organization since its founding in 1874, 92Y embraces its heritage and enthusiastically welcomes people of all backgrounds and perspectives.

 

Today's Words of Wisdom: “Surely a pretty woman never looks prettier than when making tea.” 
― Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Lady Audley's Secret

*Disclaimer: There has been no monetary compensation for posting this content. Brands mentioned are not affiliates or sponsors of this blog post. The opinions expressed are completely my own based on my experiences.

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