Events

When it comes to holiday hosting, there’s one trick we swear by every single season: batching cocktails . Whether you’re hosting a full house for Christmas, a casual holiday happy hour, or a cozy night in with friends, batching makes entertaining easier, smoother, and way more enjoyable. We recently explored this during our Holiday Cocktail Lab with McClintock Distilling , and the takeaway was clear — great cocktails don’t have to mean playing bartender all night. Why Batch C

Below are three fully batched, party‑ready cocktails  designed for easy holiday entertaining. Each recipe makes approximately 16 cocktails  and can be prepared ahead of time, chilled, and poured as guests arrive. X‑Mas All Nighter A creamy, coffee‑forward cocktail perfect for late‑night holiday gatherings. Batch Ingredients (Serves 16): 1 (25 oz) bottle Epiphany Vodka 8 oz McClintock Coffee Liqueur 17 oz cold brew coffee 17 oz cream 17 oz simple syrup 15 oz water (for dilutio

If there’s one snack that always  disappears first at a holiday gathering, it’s these sausage rolls. Warm, flaky, savory with just a hint of sweetness — Kayla’s Holiday Sausage Rolls  are the definition of crowd‑pleasing comfort food. They’re easy to make, easy to eat, and perfect alongside a glass (or cocktail) in hand. These became a standout favorite at our Holiday Cocktail Lab, and once you make them, you’ll understand why. Kayla's Holiday Sausage Rolls Ingredients (Makes

Last Thursday, we kicked off the holiday season the only  way we know how: with bubbles in hand, good food on the table, and the actual winemaker hanging out with us. Treveri Cellars joined us for a four-course sparkling wine dinner, and Winemaker Christian Grieb led us through a tasting that was equal parts delicious and informative. The whole night was made for people who love great flavor, good stories, and a little sparkle in their evening. The Menu Chef Kayla crafted a m

On Wednesday, September 24th, we had the honor of welcoming Thomas Webb , owner of Thelema Mountain Vineyards , all the way from...

On Tuesday, September 16th we hosted our 4th (sort of annual) Pigs & Pinot Wine Dinner and I'd like to say it was our most creative yet....

This month’s wine club pick is extra special — not just for what’s in the glass, but for the story behind it. Back in March 2024, I was...

Class Schedule, Wine Workbook and #2 Pencils Of Course! On Thursday, September 4th , the classroom bell rang at Ando’s Market — it was...

Cheers to Endless Summer fun! The sun may be setting on summer, but at Ando’s Market , we sent it off in style with our Annual Endless...