TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM
with Ryan Kalkwarf of Honeycomb Kitchen Shop
Must be 21+ to attend.
Join us for a festive wine pairing experience led by our very own Ryan Kalkwarf, a sommelier with over 20 years of experience and a passion for turning great wine into unforgettable moments. Throughout the evening, Ryan will guide you through four thoughtfully curated sparkling wines, including selections of Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and other world-class sparkling wines from The Wine Shop at Honeycomb. Each wine will be expertly paired with seasonal bites designed to showcase the versatility and food-friendly nature of bubbles.
Whether you're planning holiday gatherings, Christmas brunches, cocktail parties, or a memorable New Year's Eve celebration, this class will help you discover the perfect sparkling wine for every occasion. Along the way, you'll explore the fascinating differences between Champagne and sparkling wine, learn what makes Prosecco and Cava unique, and gain confidence selecting bottles for entertaining, gifting, and celebrating.
Throughout the class, Ryan will teach you how to properly taste sparkling wine—from appearance and aroma to texture and finish—while breaking down the principles behind successful food and wine pairings. You'll learn why bubbles are among the most versatile wines at the table and why they pair beautifully with everything from elegant hors d'oeuvres to comfort-food favorites.
Whether you're new to sparkling wine or already love a good glass of bubbles, this experience is designed to be educational, approachable, and full of festive inspiration.
Tickets are priced per person.
*All class ticket sales are final. No refunds or credit transfers to other classes are available. If you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend, please contact us to check our waitlist.*
MEET THE SOMMELIER:
With over 20 years in the hospitality industry from operating restaurants in nearly every position in the kitchen, behind the bar, and on the floor to running a private chef business, working in retail wine sales, food/beverage consulting, and selling wine for various distributors across several markets, Ryan joined Honeycomb Kitchen Shop in November of 2025 as a Wine Specialist to offer his expertise to the community at large.
