Up to 51% Off on Mozzarella-Making Class with Wine Tastings and food for Two or Four at Lake Ontario Winery

Craving an experience that combines creativity with taste? Dive into the world of cheese-making with a hands-on mozzarella class. Participants not only learn but also create their own cheese from scratch. Pair this educational adventure with wine tasting for an unforgettable outing. It's perfect for those who love both culinary arts and trying new things.

What We Offer

• Mozzarella-Making Class with Wine Tastings and food for Two or Four

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Hands-On Mozzarella Making

Guests participate in an interactive, instructor-led class—often guided by a cheesemonger or winery expert—to learn the art of crafting fresh mozzarella from scratch.

The experience typically includes:

• An engaging demonstration on the traditional process of cheese-making

• Hands-on participation, where each guest makes and shapes their own fresh mozzarella (and occasionally other cheeses like burrata or stracciatella)

• The opportunity to take home the mozzarella they’ve created

Wine Tasting and Pairing

The class seamlessly blends cheese-making with a curated wine-tasting session designed to enhance the culinary experience.

This portion generally includes:

• A selection of wines—often two or more glasses per person or a full tasting flight—from the winery’s collection

• Expert guidance on wine and cheese pairings, explaining how each wine complements the fresh mozzarella and other foods

Food and Feast

To complete the experience, guests enjoy a meal or antipasti feast featuring their freshly made mozzarella.

The feast may include:

• Family-style servings of bread, artisan accompaniments, salumi, pickled vegetables, and ripe tomatoes

• The freshly crafted mozzarella, served in dishes like Caprese salad or as part of an antipasti platter

• Depending on the venue, a full lunch or dinner may be included

This immersive experience is a favorite at wineries and cheese education centers—combining education, creativity, and indulgence into one deliciously memorable activity perfect for date nights, team outings, or small group adventures.

Why You Should Grab This Offer

Mayer’s Lake Ontario Winery features over 50 different styles of premier wines, including their signature Lake Ridge Reserve, Lake Ontario Wines, and Pirates Lagoon Wines. Alongside the winery, Mayer’s Cider Mill has been delighting visitors since 1962 with its famous “Old Fashioned Fry Cakes” and sweet cider, while the cidery offers the popular “1835 Hard Cider.” Guests can also enjoy a hearty meal at the on-site bistro, which serves lunch and dinner with favorites like fish frys, pizza, burgers, and more. Beyond great food and drink, Mayer’s hosts a variety of fun events and activities throughout the year, such as Grape Stomps, Garlic Festivals, and Valentine’s Day specials, as well as bus trips for brewery and wine tours. They also support local agriculture through their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, offering fresh, seasonal produce to the community.