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A Very Bourbon Thanksgiving: A Cooking and Tasting Experience
Grovestone Gourmet Foods & Gifts
2419 Village Green Pl.
Champaign, Illinois 61822
(217) 239-2700
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Join Registered Dietitian Chef Kristina Adams-Smith for an unforgettable evening where the bold richness of bourbon meets the comforting flavors of Thanksgiving. Think warm autumn spices, savory roasted dishes, caramelized sweetness, and cozy harvest-inspired flavors that bring everyone together around the table.
From bourbon-glazed pork loin to smoky bacon, roasted sweet potatoes, and a playful twist on a cinnamon-sugar classic, this five-course experience celebrates everything we love about Thanksgiving with a little extra spirit!
With her culinary expertise and nutrition-forward background, Chef Kristina will guide you through each course, sharing delicious techniques, creative flavor combinations, and ways to bring a little bourbon magic to your own holiday table.
Menu Highlights:
Pecan Pear Cheese Ball Bites
Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad with Bourbon Bacon Dressing
Bourbon Bacon Onion Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Bourbon-Roasted Pork Loin
Snickerbourbondoodles
Three cocktail tastings
Tickets $45 per person