TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025 | 6:30 PM
with Marty Shutter of Ozark Beer Co.
Join us for a flavorful and fun pairing and cooking class that brings together delicious bites and perfectly matched brews! We’ll start with an appetizer of crispy fried polenta and savory pork meatballs topped with marinara and fresh basil paired with a refreshing Italian pilsner that enhances the rich, comforting flavors. Next, you’ll dive into making Obatza, a creamy, spiced cheese spread served with soft pretzel bites—perfectly paired with a smooth lager to balance the richness. Then, we’ll spice things up with a zesty chorizo taco served with a bold West Coast IPA that complements the heat and smokiness of the dish. To finish, enjoy a mini cheese board paired with a crisp and citrusy Belgian white for a light and satisfying end to your culinary adventure. This class is all about pairing the perfect dish with the ideal beer while learning fun cooking techniques along the way. Bring your appetite and your love for great flavors—this is a class you won’t want to miss! Recipes will be provided. Tickets are priced per person.
*All class ticket sales are final. No refunds or credit transfers to other classes are available.*
MEET THE CHEF:
Marty Shutter's first job was at his father's restaurant in 1992, Melrose All Natural Pizza. Since then, Marty has worn several culinary hats including fine dining, working as a line cook and several years as a server. From Chicago Style Pizza, to vegan curries, cocktails, cookouts and more Shutter draws from a wide variety of culinary influences and has written dozens of recipes of his own, including his cocktail book, "Fake Jazz," an accompaniment to his newest jazz record of the same name.
A trained actor and musician, Shutter has over 30 self-recorded albums under his belt and consistently appears in regional and national television productions and commercials. Shutter's beer experience began in 1984 at the age of 4 when his father began brewing and building beer brands in Chicago's very early craft beer scene. For the last 10 years Marty has served as VP of Marketing for Rogers' own Ozark Beer Co.
