Cheesaholics Anonymous

Cheese and Wine at Vin Noir

NEW EVENT!

7:00 - 8:30PM, Tuesday March 20th

On Tuesday March 20^th, Waldemar and Nadia are taking over Vin Noir, a stylish little wine bar in Soho, for a celebration of cheese and wine. Owner Todd Flatham, formerly of Craft and Mercer Kitchen, has selected distinctive wines from his collection for us to enjoy, including a tasty Austrian red with grape varietals we can’t pronounce (but already love). He will also be serving La Meule (pictured left), a sage-infused blonde ale from Switzerland, a deliciously different tasting beer. On the cheese front, we’ve selected some of our favorites from around the world, including the award-winning Montenebro from Spain, and the rustic Fiore Sardo from Sardinia. Join us as we indulge and learn all about these culinary treasures in the chill and intimate setting of Vin Noir. Tickets are $35 per person. Space is limited, so please call (212) 925-6647 to reserve your space. Vin Noir is located at 228 Mott Street, between Prince and Spring Streets.

Seattle knows cheese

Seattle is hosting its fourth annual Cheese Festival from May 18^th – 20^th, bringing cheese makers and cheese lovers together at the Pike Place market downtown. Some of my favorite cheese people in the world will be there, including the Brits from Neal’s Yard, the masters of American blue from Rogue River, and one of my dearest mentors Daphne Zepos, fromager and affineur extraordinaire who will be speaking as a panelist. While the festival turns 4, I turn the big 3-0 that weekend, and my only plans at the moment involve copious amounts of wine and close proximity to my husband and loved ones in NYC. But I urge you, my fellow cheesaholics, to go west and explore what the Seattle Cheese Festival has to offer. For more info click here.

¡Viva Navarra!

FREE EVENT! Saturday February 3rd

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Located in the north of Spain, Navarra boasts a long and rich history of agriculture and gastronomic culture. This ancient kingdom has captivated all who visit, from the pilgrims who traversed the mountainous El Camino de Santiago, to Hemingway running the bulls in Pamplona. Join us for a tasting of artisan cheeses and wines from the region, and find out why people are falling in love with Navarra. This event is free and open to the public! Cheeses provided by Despaña Brand Foods and wines provided by Astor Wines & Spirits. Waldemar and Nadia will serve the cheese and will answer all your cheese questions! Guests will be offered 15% off the featured wines for purchase.

Astor Wines & Spirits is located at 399 Lafayette Street (at 4th St), New York, NY 10003. (212) 674-7500.

Waldemar and Nadia do Burgundy (again)

NEW EVENT! Tuesday December 12th
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

As the winter chill descends, turn to the ultimate source of warmth and comfort – cheese and wine. Waldemar and Nadia are back at the Burgundy Wine Company to present some of the best cheeses and wines for the winter season. From the heaven-sent Vacherin Mont D’Or, to sinfully rich triple crèmes, and heart-warming alpine cheeses, there is really no better way to feel cozy from head to toe. Let’s get giddy on cheese-love, with fabulous wines masterfully chosen by the Burgundy Wine Company staff. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase wines from the Burgundy Wine Company’s diverse selection during the event, and will receive a discount on the featured wines. Reservations are advised as the space fills up quickly. Tickets are $35 per person; please call (212) 691-9092 to purchase. The Burgundy Wine Company is located at 143 West 26th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues, New York. http://www.burgundywinecompany.com/.

Formaggio e Vino

NEW EVENT! Wednesday November 8, 6:30PM - 8:00PM

In the spirit of the Slow Food Terra Madre in Turin, Waldemar and Nadia bring you an all-Italian cheese and wine feast at our favorite Italian hangout, Aroma (named Citysearch 2006 Best Wine List and Group Dining). Join us in tasting the very best the season has to offer, from the Piedmont to Tuscany. Wine master extraordinaire and co-owner Vito Polosa will pair the delicious formaggio with unique wines selected from Aroma’s diverse and extensive cellar. Hang out in Aroma’s subterranean private tasting room, while you learn about these seasonal gems in a sociable and lighthearted atmosphere. Tickets are $45 per person. Space is limited, so please call (212) 375-0100 to reserve your space. Aroma is located at 36 East 4th Street (between Lafayette and Bowery), New York 10003.

Cheese and Wine at Telepan

NEW EVENT! Saturday September 23, 12:30PM - 2:00PM

Waldemar and Nadia are back at Telepan with the last of the summer season cheese and wine tastings. We adore late summer cheeses, especially the aged goat and sheep’s milk cheeses that were made from the first milkings of the season. We’ve picked some perfectly ripened specimens from all around the world, and have handed them over to sommelier Aaron Von Rock to pair with equally delectable wines from his extensive cellar. Join us for an interactive and educational tasting in the elegant setting of chef Bill Telepan’s sumptuous restaurant. Tickets are $65 per person, all inclusive. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please call (212) 580-4300 to reserve your space. Telepan is located at 72 West 69 Street, between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. http://www.telepan-ny.com/.

EatDrink WaldemarNadia

The lovely Lucinda Scala Quinn had us back on her Martha Stewart Living radio show, EatDrink, to talk about cheese. We covered the American Cheese Society conference, and ate delicious all-American cheeses provided by Saxelby Cheesemongers. The show will be re-broadcast per the schedule below, so for those of you who have Sirius Satellite Radio, tune in!

EatDrink's American Artisanal Cheeses with Waldemar and Nadia:

Sept 7  9PM ET

Sept 8  4AM ET

Sept 9  5PM ET

Formaggio e Vino

NEW EVENT! Wednesday Septemeber 27th, 7:00PM - 8:30PM

Waldemar and Nadia present the best of Italian cheese and wine from the Piedmont to Tuscany. Join us in tasting the very best the early fall season has to offer. Wine master extraordinaire and co-owner Vito Polosa will pair the beautiful formaggio with wines selected from Aroma’s diverse and extensive cellar. Hang out in Aroma’s subterranean private tasting room, while you learn about these seasonal gems in a sociable and lighthearted atmosphere. Tickets are $45 per person. Space is limited, so please call (212) 375-0100 to reserve your space. Aroma is located at 36 East 4th Street (between Lafayette and Bowery), New York 10003. Aroma: relaxed. intense. italian.

Waldemar and Nadia do Burgundy

 Tuesday August 8, 6:30PM - 8:00PM

Celebrate the summer and the fabulous wines of Burgundy in an evening of cheese and wine pairing. Cheese evangelists Waldemar and Nadia have selected six delectable artisan cheeses and have paired them with five marvelous wines selected by the Burgundy Wine Company. The event will feature an instructional talk by Waldemar and Nadia, followed by an interactive and informal tasting experience we know you are going to love. We have selected wines that represent the excellence and range of Burgundy, and handcrafted artisan cheeses that are perfect examples of superior summer milk, spanning a range of cheese making styles and countries.

Guests will have the opportunity to purchase wines from the Burgundy Wine Company’s diverse selection during the event, and will receive 10% off the bottle for the featured wines. Tickets are $35 per person, and reservations are required. To purchase tickets, please call (212) 691-9092. The Burgundy Wine Company is located at 143 West 26^th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues, New York. http://www.burgundywinecompany.com/.

Cheese and Wine at Telepan

 Saturday July 29th, 12:30PM - 2:00PM

Telepan Restaurant in conjunction with Waldemar & Nadia presents the third in a series of Saturday afternoon cheese and wine tastings. Fromagers Waldemar & Nadia have selected delicious summertime artisan cheeses, and paired them with wines from Telepan's diverse wine list. Enjoy the pairings while you learn about these seasonal gems in a sociable and lighthearted atmosphere. Tickets are $65 per person, all inclusive. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please call (212) 580-4300 to reserve your space. Telepan is located at 72 West 69 Street, between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. http://www.telepan-ny.com/