Events
For more information on the various themed classes that we run, please see the 'Cheese Appreciation' page of the website and click onto the 'Public Courses' page.
Our Cheese Education & Appreciation Experiences are NOT recommended for persons pregnant and people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies. No responsibility is taken for the ill effects people with these intolerances may experience in accidentally or otherwise ingesting cheese during our experience.
For bookings and payment to all classes and for Gift Vouchers, please click onto the 'Gift Voucher' page or contact us via phone or email to have us send you our banking details for a direct deposit or cheque.
Bookings are absolutely essential. VIA PHONE or EMAIL
Cancellation of a ticket must be made 72 hours prior to the class as produce is bought and preparation made for each booking. We do not issue refunds for ticket sales, however a ticket holder may apply to have the expiry date extended or transfer the booking name. Ticket holders who wish to cancel their booking before this time may transfer their tickets to another class. No transferal of bookings will be issued for cancellations within a 72 hour period.
Refunds: Vouchers purchased through other vendors will not be refunded however can be transfered.
Fort Denison Participants that miss the ferry will not have their tickets refunded. It is the responsibility of all participants to get to the meeting point on time and contact Claudia if they are experiencing difficulties.
We reserve the right to change details of the experience at any stage and will contact you regarding the slight changes to time/venue etc.
Below are the dates, times and availability of classes we have on offer until April 2010.
Beer & Cheese at 'The Local' in Surry Hills (LIMITED SPACE LEFT)
When: 7pm-9pm, Wednesday 10th of February 2010
Where: The Local; Flinders Street, Surry Hills
Cost: $66 Inclusive of GST
HERE'S SOMETHING TO GET EXCITED ABOUT!! NEW PRICE OF JUST $66
A Cheese class for the beer lover!!
Our Beer & Cheese experience has a new venue..... and what could be more appropriate than beer haven.... "The Local" on Flinders St in Surry Hills. This experience will feature on our program on the second Wednesday evening of every month.
Contrary to popular belief, beer is an incredible cheese accompaniment. There are many similarities between the science of beer and the science of cheese- and whilst we touch on technicalities of both- the class won't be structured with too much information for those who just want to be introduced to some great new flavours and combinations. Presenting alongside me each month will be a beer expert from The Local.
We will be showcasing a variety of beers- different styles and strengths and matching them with a selection of farmhouse cheeses.
So whether you are a traditionalist wine buff, sceptical of this match made in heaven, or a beer nut who loves great cheese, we are certain we can cater for even the most discerning and experienced palate.
'What Cheese is that?' (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 14th of February (VALENTINE'S DAY)
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $99 Inclusive of GST
This appreciation class is for the Cheese enthusiast who wishes to obtain the knowledge and experience required in order to speak more confidently about the food they love! This is the perfect opportunity to taste a wide variety of flavours and styles through sampling the 7 different types of Cheese and to have some common myths and misconceptions of the cheese world cleared up once and for all.
Over a two hour period, we will taste cheese of various types of milk- goat, sheep, cow and buffalo and experiment with basic Cheese and wine pairings.
Fort Denison (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 20th February 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
This is the course for patriots or, alternatively for those of you who need convincing that Australian cheeses have come a long way in recent years! This cheese course showcases the best of Australia’s cheese making talents alongside some great Australian wines.
Like all ‘McIntosh & Bowman’ courses, this class has an emphasis on farmhouse cheese and cheese produced on small scales by farmers who practice sustainable and traditional cheese making techniques. What better way to learn about Australia's growing boutique cheese industry than on our gorgeous Harbour whilst indulging in the best Australia has to offer? If you can’t name five great Australian Cheeses or Cheese makers, then you ought to be ashamed!! Be proud - support your local, growing cheese making industry and enrol now!!
'What Cheese is that?' (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 7th of March 2010
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $99 Inclusive of GST
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 6th of March 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 13th of March 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 20th of March 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
CHEESE MAKING WORKSHOP (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 8.45am-5pm (for an 9am start), Saturday 10th of April 2010
Where: Private Venue on Miller St, North Sydney
Cost: $249 GST Inclusive
Come and Make Cheese with McIntosh & Bowman Cheesemongers!
We are now offering Gift Vouchers & Tickets to our Cheese Making Workshops for the cheese lovers of our world who want to take their passion for cheese to the next level.
This is a 1 day, 6 hour cheese making workshop, with a full lunch and cheese course, wine, afternoon-tea and snacks.
This experience will teach a variety of cheese making recipes.
Participants are required to bring an apron and three tupperware containers to take your cheese home in; all other equipment will be provided.
All participants leave with tasting notes and cheese making recipes and the option to purchase home cheesemaking kits.
To register your interest in this experience and to recieve more details regarding our March experience please contact us via the Contact Us page.
Southern Tasmania Cheese Tour
When: 3 days, 2 nights, Saturday 24th of April- Monday 26th of April 2010
Where: Tasmania
Cost: $2200 GST Inclusive
We believe that we have put together the most amazing 3 day foodie trip in the history of ‘gastro tours’!! To view details of our last tour click onto the below link.
Excitingly, this tour also features in today's SMH Traveller Section (6.02.2010) For this trip to be such a success, we had worked alongside some of the hottest names in the Australian food scene to come up with an unbeatable and unique itinerary for a quick trip to the southern most tip of Australia.Soooo… pack your bags, and get ready for 2010's deluxe gourmet experience… because McIntosh & Bowman is heading BACK to Tassie!!
Availability is limited so expressions of interest are required ASAP.
What started out as a Cheese focused tour has quickly become more of a gastronomic extravaganza... However there will still be plenty of cheese as well.
Perfectly manageable for those hectic work schedules...
For more interest click onto this highlighted link below to view our past special edition Newsletter.
http://mcintoshandbowman.com/Public/newsletter/Newsletter090730.html
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience (FULLY BOOKED)
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 17th April 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
'What Cheese is that?'
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 18th April 2010
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $99 Inclusive of GST
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 1st of May 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 Inclusive of GST
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 8th of May 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 22nd of May 2010
Where: fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
'What Cheese is that?'
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 23rd of May
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $99 Inclusive of GST
This appreciation class is for the Cheese enthusiast who wishes to obtain the knowledge and experience required in order to speak more confidently about the food they love! This is the perfect opportunity to taste a wide variety of flavours and styles through sampling the 7 different types of Cheese and to have some common myths and misconceptions of the cheese world cleared up once and for all.
Over a two hour period, we will taste cheese of various types of milk- goat, sheep, cow and buffalo and experiment with basic Cheese and wine pairings.
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 5th of June 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 19th of June 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 26th of June 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
'What Cheese is That?'
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 27th of June 2010
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $99 Inclusive of GST
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 20th of March 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
This is the course for patriots or, alternatively for those of you who need convincing that Australian cheeses have come a long way in recent years! This cheese course showcases the best of Australia’s cheese making talents alongside some great Australian wines.Like all ‘McIntosh & Bowman’ courses, this class has an emphasis on farmhouse cheese and cheese produced on small scales by farmers who practice sustainable and traditional cheese making techniques. What better way to learn about Australia's growing boutique cheese industry than on our gorgeous Harbour whilst indulging in the best Australia has to offer? If you can’t name five great Australian Cheeses or Cheese makers, then you ought to be ashamed!! Be proud - support your local, growing cheese making industry and enrol now!!
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 2nd October 2010
Where: fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
'What Cheese is That?'
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 3rd October 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Fort Denison Australian Cheese & Wine Experience
When: 11.45am-2.10pm, Saturday 9th October 2010
Where: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour
Cost: $170 GST and Transport Inclusive
Past 2009 events to be repeated throughout 2010
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Cognac & Cheese (COMPLETED)
When: 7pm-9pm, Thursday 19th of March 2009
Where: Alchemy 731- (731 Military Road Mosman NSW 2088)
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
'French Cheese Class' (COMPLETE)
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 3rd of May 2009
Where: Restaurant Apres, 32 Orwell St, Potts Point
Cost: $100 Inclusive of GST
The finest way to discover French cheese is to travel through France...... second to that is coming to our 'French Cheese Class' and eating your way to an education in the company of a passionate and experienced Cheesemonger!
Whether you are lacking experience in French cheese or are accustomed to it, we provide an experience and atmosphere that caters for all levels of appreciation.
Raw Milk Cheese Class- 10 Spectacular Cheese!! (COMPLETE)
When: 1-3pm, Saturday 16th of May 2009
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
The long awaited, much anticipated first shipment of Raw Milk cheese from Switzerland has arrived courtesy of Will Studd.
We will be showcasing these farmhouse raw cow’s milk cheeses that include;
Swiss Appenzell
Swiss Mountain
Swiss Gruyere D'Alpage
Tete de Moine
Aged swiss gruyere vieux
As well as some other classics such as;
Comte Gruyere AOC
Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
Pappion Organic Roquefort AOC
We will have A Dutch and 2 Italian surprises at the class to showcase as well.
Italian Cheese (COMPLETED)
When: 7.45pm-9.30pm, Monday 18th of May
Where: Formaggi Ocello- Shop 16, 437 Bourke Street, Surry Hills. ...
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
Forget pizza and pasta, no Italian culinary delight better reflects the countries varied terrain and history more so than its enormous selection of 'Formaggio'!
If you have ever pondered on the difference between Reggiano and Grana, or if you are only familiar with classics such as Ricotta and Gorgonzola........ then join us for a 2 hour showcase of Italy's finest cheeses; accompanined, of course, by some delightful Italian wines in Sydney's gorgeous new cheese shop 'Ocello'.
'Great Blue Cheese of the World'
When: 7pm-9pm,
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
Not for the faint of heart, or the palate challenged! This class has a specific emphasis on Blue vein cheeses of both local and international origin. All the greats are covered- Stilton, Roquefort, Gorgonzola, Cabrales's cousin Valdeon and many more; all accompanied by wines which complement the style.
We will cover the history and cultural differences in this style of cheese as well as processes in blue cheese making, the production techniques relevant to the blues we are tasting and advanced blue cheese and wine pairings.
Whisky & Cheese Experience (COMPLETED)
When: 7pm-9pm, Thursday 11th of June 2009
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
Back by popular demand is our Whisky & Cheese Experience. In 2008 National Whisky Ambassador James Buntin (previously of The International Whisky Experience) came on board with McIntosh & Bowman for a series of Cheese & Whisky classes. What resulted was a truly fabulous culinary experience.
If you were one of the many that missed out on tickets …… don’t miss out again! James's distinguished palate and sound knowledge of the production and maturation methods of whisky paint a magnificent picture of both the art and the science of the whisky world. An experience not to be missed; a variety of whiskys from 12, 15, 18 & 21 years maturation and the farmhouse cheeses that match perfectly.
SMH Good Food Month's Cheese Competition- Blind Tasting Event
When: , 2009 Yet to be Confirmed
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $80 Inclusive of GST
Due to popular demand, we have decided to open this activity up to the public and showcase the activity as part of Good Food Month. Previously this is an event we ran exclusively for corporate team building activities and corporate client entertaining.
The afternoon is an action packed cheese experience where teams are positioned around the 6 tables distributed around the room, each table displaying two mystery cheeses and a mystery wine.
This is an extremely entertaining event to take part in. Participants can either enter in groups of 5/6 or register singularly.
After a welcome, quick intro and briefing of the rules, Claudia will equip participants with enough information on the 7 categories of cheese for those unfamiliar with a 'McIntosh & Bowman' Class to feel confident in the task that lies ahead.
Teams are limited by the time they can spend at each table, moving round each time the bell sounds. Participants have a group questionnaire to fill out as they try each cheese and wine; answering to the best of their visual and culinary ability.
The questionnaire tests the team's knowledge and palate at distinguishing between milk types (cow, goat, sheep and buffalo) and grape varietals, cheese types and origin. Each team moves around to all 6 tables trying all wines and all cheeses
Prizes are awarded for culinary skill- this activity challenges even the most discerning palates!!
Put your cheese knowledge to the test. Register your team today!
Post Fathers Day 'Whisky & Cheese Experience'
When: 7pm-9pm, Thursday 22nd of October 2009
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
Whisky & Cheese Experience
Send Dad along to our whisky and cheese experience for a Father's Day gourmet delight!
This class features a whisky expert, a variety of whisky’s from 12, 15, 18 & 21 years, an accompaniment of chocolate and outstanding farmhouse cheeses that match perfectly.
This experience is truly an amazing culinary sensation!!
'Goat & Sheep Cheese' (LIMITED SPACES LEFT)
When: 1pm-3pm , Sunday 22nd of November 2009
Where: Bayswater Brasserie, 32 Bayswater Rd Kings Cross
Cost: $90 Inclusive of GST
Goats and Sheep have been milked since nomadic times, however it is only now that interest in specialty cheese is rising, and that more and more people are developing intolerences to dairy, that people are experimenting with Goat and Sheep milk cheese options.
Come along and spend 2 hours trying the most gorgeous Goat and Sheep milk cheeses from both international and local producers.