Winterlicious Cooking Class and Tasting Event
02/29/2024 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. - The Conference Center at Benjamin Rose
The Conference Center at Benjamin Rose
11890 Fairhill Road
Cleveland, OH 44120
Winterlicious is back again to spice up a dreary winter night! Master Chef Mario Reyes of TRIO Community Meals is hosting an exclusive Cooking Class and Tasting at Benjamin Rose Headquarters on Thursday, February 29 from 6 – 9 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.). This in-person event allows you to observe Chef Mario as he cooks five different courses for you. Participants receive recipes for all dishes served, tasting portions, wine pairings and the opportunity to engage with and ask Chef Mario cooking questions. This year’s event will be in person only, and will not feature a virtual component.
Menu
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Romesco Cavatappi
Salmon Medallion with Creamed Leeks
Paella Criolla
Stewed Cherries & Berries with Maple Mascarpone
Seating is limited, so purchase your ticket today! Regular tickets are $125 and include all five tasting courses and wine pairings. VIP tickets are $200 and include the addition of priority seating in the first two rows, so that you can see Chef Mario up close. VIP Tickets are sold out!
All proceeds from Winterlicious help support the many programs and services that enable Benjamin Rose to serve as a trusted partner in the aging journey for individuals of all backgrounds as well as those who care for them.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Tasting Sponsor:
Michelin 3-Star Sponsors:
Michelin 2-Star Sponsor:
Sponsor Winterlicious!
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Jen Cosma at sponsorships@benrose.org or (216) 373-1688. Secure online sponsorship payment.
Speakers
Chef Mario Reyes
Director of Culinary & Innovation, TRIO Community Meals
Chef Mario Reyes began his culinary career in Toronto, Canada. He worked in prestigious hotels like Four Seasons, Sutton Place, and King Edward Hotel. He moved to the U.S., worked at the Westbury NY hotel, and opened Le Meridien Hotel in Dallas, Texas. After many years in the hotel industry, he joined Nestle North America and worked with numerous chefs and food companies worldwide in menu & product development and innovation. Chef Reyes is a certified Master Chef, and he has competed and managed U.S. culinary teams in international competitions in Sweden, Luxembourg, Bangkok, Ireland, and the Culinary Olympics in Germany. As the Director of Culinary and Innovation for TRIO Community Meals, he leads and energizes the culinary innovation process through menu & recipe development to bring seniors the best variety and quality through nutritious meals. His motivation comes from his passions for cooking, his love of people, and sharing and learning with others. “HAPPY COOKING.”