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  • Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 pm – Seasonal Palette: Rosé Wines and Spring Greens – Postponed

    Join Stir on April 22 at 7 pm as they ritualize the advent of spring by celebrating its colors: pink and green! This 5-course dinner will feature first of the season spring fruits and vegetables paired along the new vintages of rosé wines that hit the shelves during this time of year. Every course will be a pop of color, with vibrant greens on your plate and beautiful pinks in your glass. While hearty, earth toned braises & full bodied red wines will always have a special place in our hearts, we are ready for ramps, morels, asparagus, fava beans, pea shoots, strawberries, rhubarb, fiddleheads, and rosé. Stir is part of the Barbara Lynch Gruppo, and is located at 102 Waltham Street in the South End. Only eight places are open as of today, so act now. $185 per person. Register at www.stirboston.com

  • Monday, August 27 – Sunday, September 2 – Exploring Austria: An Empire and its Wine Regions with Stir on the Road

    Austria was once home to a great empire, and Stir Boston’s tour on August 27 – September 2 will lead you through the highlights and relics that provide a bridge to the past and inspiration for the future. From our entry via Vienna to the castle-laden region of Burgenland, we will give you an intimate view of historic and contemporary culture, cuisine, and world-class wines.

    Vienna, with its perfect blend of Parisian opulence and rich art and design, is one of the grandest cities in the world. From the museums, to the opera house, we’ll spend a few days touring the city, with plenty of free-time built in for you to explore, shop and even catch an opera on your own. Next, we’ll travel to the countryside to experience the famous Austrian hospitality! The tour will take you in to the private homes and kitchens of some of the country’s finest chefs and into the cellars of its esteemed winemakers in one of our favorite wine-making regions.

    You will experience two and three star Michelin meals, and a spectacular itinerary, all set out by visiting https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56c2992a27d4bd66e13401fc/t/5ab31ab0352f534840f9bbab/1521687216692/Austria+2018.pdf $5,900 per person based on double occupancy, $500 single supplement. Picture of Thermenregion © NÖ Werbung/Michael Liebert

  • Monday, August 28, 7:00 pm – Rosé, Corn and Tomatoes

    Many of the best things in life are fleeting, which makes them all the more special. Here in New England we eagerly anticipate the arrival of three quintessential summertime favorites: rosé wine, heirloom tomatoes, and corn. This class celebrates gorgeous pink wines such as Provencal rosés and Southern Italian rosatos, sweet just-picked corn and local tomatoes with a glorious summer menu that will highlight the bright, fresh flavors of the season. Discover fabulous ways to prepare corn and tomato dishes as well as some of our favorite rosés and enjoy summer eating (and sipping) at its best. Join the staff at Stir, 102 Waltham Street in Boston on Monday, August 28 at 7. $185 per person, plus tax. Register at www.stirboston.com. Image from www.corkbuzz.com.

  • Monday, October 31 – Sunday, November 6 – A Journey Through the Langhe: The Land of White Truffles

    Join Stir Boston October 31 – November 6 on a journey through one of Italy’s foremost regions for food, wine and beauty – at the very best time of the year – White Truffle Season!

    Your exclusive lodging will be in a villa on the estate of Ca’ Rapulin in Calosso  (pictured) – with luxury amenities and breathtaking views overlooking Langhe vineyards. The serenity of the compound serves as a truly relaxing home-base for the trip as we embark on once in a lifetime adventures throughout the region. Not only will you explore the very best wineries of Barolo and Barbaresco, you will also eat truffle-laden meals at Michelin starred restaurants and embark on an authentic truffle hunt led by a seasoned truffle hunter and his truffle dog!

    The trip will be the culinary experience of a lifetime. You will immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Piemonte through hands-on pasta making demonstrations, baking workshops, chocolate shop visits and farm and dairy tours. After learning the techniques and tools of the trade, you’ll be treated to the finest truffle-centered feasts at multi-Michelin starred Piazza Duomo, Antica Corona Reale and Relais San Maurizio. You will also have a special night at Ristorante de Cesare, one of the Langhe’s most storied chef owned restaurant that will be all ours for an intimate evening.

    Every meal and each luxurious experience has been expertly curated by Barbara Lynch herself, so no detail is left unplanned. $7,850 per person. Pricing is based on a double-occupancy reservation and does not include flights. For a single occupancy reservation the pricing is $8,250 per person.

    To reserve:
    Reservations require a $2,000 deposit per person and full payment is required 90 days prior to departure. If payment is not made in full 90 days in advance guests will forfeit their reservation and deposit. Cancellations prior to 90 days in advance are eligible for a 100% refund (less a $125 fee). However, cancellations inside the 90 day period forfeit 100% of the deposit, unless it is for a life emergency. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Please email piedmont@stirboston.com with your reservation requests. Emails will be responded to in the order in which they are received and should include the information listed below.

    First and Last Name
    Telephone number
    Number of guests in your party

    Reservations are not confirmed until you speak to a member of the Stir Team and we collect your payment information for the required deposit.

  • Tuesday, September 15, 7:00 pm – Japanese Farm Food

    Japanese Farm Food is the first work of Nancy Singleton Hachisu, serving as the culmination of 23 years of experience as a wife, cook, mother, and farmer in the rural Saitama prefecture of northern Japan. A native Californian married to an organic egg farmer with a shared reverence for food and cooking, Hachisu brings a unique bicultural sensibility to the logical and simple food of Japanese farm cooking. In 378 pages, she covers basic tenets of the cuisine, emphasizing the need to trust your instincts and to understand the heart of the food as a guide to creating meals for all occasions. All 160 recipes are deliberately written in metric measurements and use the concept of ratios to make them easily changeable and scalable, covering dishes on the spectrum from simple to complex. Overall, Hachisu’s recipes and explanations invoke pleasure and invite you to step into her kitchen and home to feel, smell, and taste with her. Join Stir, 102 Waltham Street in Boston, on Tuesday, September 15 at 7 as we follow the insight, advice, and instruction lacing the pages of Hachisu’s book for an evening of Japanese farm food!

    A copy of Japanese Farm Food is included in the $185 price of class. Please email reservations@stirboston.com with your class reservation requests. Emails will be responded to in the order in which they are received and should include the information listed below.

    First and Last Name
    Telephone number
    Number of guests in your party

    Reservations are not confirmed until you speak to a member of the Stir Team and we collect your payment information.

  • Thursday, August 13, 7:00 pm – All About Stone Fruits

    Making their first splash in Spring with vibrant flowers celebrated with a host of festivals around the world in their honor – from Japan to Vancouver to DC – stone fruits really make their impact towards the end of Summer when the blossoms are long gone and have turned into ripe fruits whose aromas and flesh are the epitome of the flavor of summer. On this Thursday, August 13 evening Stir’s chefs will demonstrate the versatility of stone fruits – from peaches and nectarines to cherries and apricots – in a five-course meal that showcases their versatility in savory and sweet applications. $165 per person, including wine pairings. Stir’s demonstration kitchen is located at 102 Waltham Street in the South End. Please email reservations@stirboston.com with your class reservation request. Emails will be responded to in the order in which they are received and should include the information listed below.

    First and Last Name
    Telephone number
    Number of guests in your party

    Reservations are not confirmed until you speak to a member of the Stir Team and we collect your payment information.  Image from www.lifestylemirror.com.

  • Sunday, December 21, 6:00 pm – Roots

    In Roots, seasoned cookbook author Diane Morgan focuses on the overlooked history and uses of root vegetables, and how they can be used to great effect in all cooking, from savory to sweet. During a visit to a farmer’s market in Portland, Oregon, Morgan was struck by her wide eyed unfamiliarity with burdock root. This moment set her on a course to learn more about familiar and unfamiliar produce growing down in the dirt. She proclaims she wrote the book for selfish reasons, wanting a definitive, comprehensive reference book and cookbook containing simple and creative root vegetable recipes, and she’s done just that. In over 225 recipes that spread across 432 pages Morgan delves into the history and lore of 29 major root vegetables and provides practical insight from nutritional information to basic use & storage to seasonal availability. In her search to learn more about root vegetables, Morgan has created a book that is plainly insightful and powerful. Simply put, following her advice about the diverse range of root vegetables available will enhance your cooking confidence and satisfy your hunger, making the book an indispensable tool in your kitchen.

    A copy of Roots is included in the $185 price of this Stir Boston class, to be held at 102 Waltham Street in Boston on Sunday, December 21 at 6 pm. To better serve its guests, Stir is no longer accepting reservations over the phone. Please email reservations@stirboston.com with your class reservation requests. Emails will be responded to in the order in which they are received and should include the information listed below:

    First and Last Name

    Telephone number

    Classes you would like to request / Number of guests in your party

    Reservations are not confirmed until you speak to a member of the Stir Team and he or she collects your payment information.

  • Wednesday, July 31, 7:00 pm – All About Honey

    Did you know that honey reflects terroir as much as wine? From the bees that concocted it, the season it’s produced in, and the flowers it’s sourced from, honey tastes of its origins. In this Stir Boston class, to be held Wednesday, July 31 at 7 pm,  you’ll explore the terroir, production methods, and styles of honey alongside its many uses on the dinner table. That’s right, honey is not just for dessert and cheese but can be used throughout the meal in vinaigrettes and brines, purées, and gels. Enjoy some honey for a change; it’s the bees’ knees!  $165.  Class (with terrific food and drink) will take place at 102 Waltham Street in Boston, and you may register by calling 617-423-7847, or emailing info@stirboston.com.  These evenings sell out quickly. Image from www.buttermilkpress.com.

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  • Thursday, October 6, 7:00 pm – What to Do with your CSA Box

    One of the best things about a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box is that each week, home cooks receive a new selection of seasonal produce that inspires creativity and improvisation.  Sometimes, though, cooks hit a road block.  Sure, you have plenty of ideas for the tomatoes, cukes and lettuce, but what about the kohlrabi or the kale?  As the glorious growing season winds down, the chefs of Barbara Lynch’s Stir will present a menu of current offerings from Siena Farms’ CSA along with several favorite ideas for familiar and not-so-familiar veggies.  The class will take place at 102 Waltham Street in  the South End on Thursday, October 6 beginning at 7 pn, the cost is $145 (which includes an incredible dinner with wine, along with the class), and you can sign up on line at www.stirboston.com, or call 617-423-7847.

  • Monday, December 7, Tuesday, December 8, or Wednesday, December 9 – The Blackberry Farm Cookbook at Stir

    A pastoral 4,200 acre estate in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains, Blackberry Farm is one of America’s most celebrated luxury hotels with a restaurant that boasts the elite designation of “Relais Gourmand,” the highest mark of culinary excellence within the Relais & Chateaux Organization.  The property, a gastronomic wonderland, features orchards, a dairy, woods in which to forage, and heirloom vegetable gardens.  In addition to supplying the restaurant with amazing meats, veggies, cheeses, jams and more, Blackberry Farm offers the opportunity for guests to experience and better understand the relationship between the land, the food we eat, and the beauty of eating locally and seasonally.  In the farm’s first cookbook, chef/owner Sam Beall offers stories, photographs, and, of course, amazing recipes from this very special place.  Join him, Barbara Lynch, and the staff of Stir on Monday, December 7, Tuesday, December 8, or Wednesday, December 9 for an evening of food, wine and wisdom, at 102 Waltham Street in Boston.  The $145 cost includes a copy of Mr. Beall’s book.  Reserve now by calling 617-423-7847, or stopping by 102 Waltham Street in the South End (across the street from B&G Oysters.)  See more fabulous course offerings at www.stirboston.com.

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