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Featured: Taste of the Holidays (Hyde Park)

Join a guided cheese tasting with expertly paired selections in a fun, interactive setting—perfect for food lovers ready to discover something new.
Regular price$65.00
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  • TIMING: We try to start our events as close to on time as possible. Please arrive on time or a little early. (Doors open 15 min before start time.) We'll guide all guests through a 1.5 hour tasting, leaving an additional 30 min for socializing. Total event time is 2-2.5 hours.  Workshops are 1.5 hours.
  • LOCATION: Event will be held in-person at our Hyde Park Tasting Room (500 Park Blvd).
  • PARKING: Limited free parking is available onsite and neighboring streets in designated areas; there is additional paid parking behind the cheese shop across the street.

One ticket = one person and includes:

  • 7 cheeses (About a half pound)
  • 7 food pairing bites
  • additional treats like crackers, cornichons, & salty snacks (GF crackers avail if requested in allergies)

Included: Still water

Wine Flight: purchase in advance at time of checkout or at event.

Mimosas: We offer by the glass or bottle.

Wine, Beer, Cider, Sparkling water, N/A: By the glass and bottle options available.

***Our Tasting Rooms are not BYOB, and outside beverages are not permitted.

We assign seats prior to your event. If you wish to sit with guests who are purchasing separately, we must be notified in advance.

HOW: At the time of ticket purchase, there is a question prompt for you to names of other ticket purchasers. Please note that we cannot seat groups larger than 7 at the same table. (Big groups? see below.)

Visit our refund policy here.

Our public cheese classes are ideal for 1-7 people.

If you are coming with a group and would like to be seated together, please purchase all of the tickets together.

Please respect our event hosts’ goal to create a positive and unforgettable experience for all attendees. If your group is loud or disruptive, our event hosts will give you a warning. If they must address you a second time, you will be asked to leave the event with no refund given.

If you would like to have the whole space for your group, inquire about a private event booking!

We will do our best to accommodate allergies.

How: Please note your allergy in the booking comments.

Nuts and Gluten: Antonelli’s Cheese is not a certified nut or gluten free facility.

Raw Milk: On our tasting plates, we often offer a mix of both pasteurized and unpasteurized cheeses.

Vegetarian/Pescatarian: Please note how many plates you would like to be prepared in this way and we will accommodate your request.

Vegan: Note that Antonelli’s does not currently carry or offer Vegan Cheeses for classes.

Unless specifically listed as a 'family' event, we ask that all guests for in-person events be 13 years or older.

Please note that class content is often catered for an adult audience and the majority of class time is structured tasting and guided instruction with some breaks for socializing.

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Celebrate the Season with Cheese, Cheer, and Festive Pairings

Join us for one of our most anticipated events of the year: Taste of the Holidays. This guided tasting is a celebration of the season’s flavors, bringing together some of Antonelli’s favorite cheeses and a curated selection of festive accompaniments available only during the holidays.

You will enjoy five artisan cheeses, each paired with five specialty foods and complemented by five limited-edition holiday treats that we bring in just for this time of year. Think rich fruit cakes, chocolate covered oranges, indulgent confections, and other gourmet delights that capture the warmth and joy of the season.

Our expert cheesemongers will guide you through each pairing, sharing stories of the makers, tasting techniques, and suggestions for how to serve and entertain with these festive finds. Whether you are planning your holiday menus, seeking gift inspiration, or simply ready to indulge, this experience will fill you with both flavor and festive spirit.

One ticket = one person and includes:

  • 5 cheeses
  • 5 Holiday food items
  • 5 specialty food pairings
  • additional treats like crackers, pickles, & corn nuts (GF crackers avail if requested in allergies)

Beverages?

While water is provided at the tasting, you may choose to add on our recommended wine flight at the time of ticket purchase (below). Additionally, you may purchase beverages at the event, selecting from wine, beer, cider, sparkling water, and non-alcoholic wine.  Note: This is not a BYOB location. 

Reserved Seating

We assign seats prior to your event. If you wish to sit with guests who are purchasing separately, we must be notified in advance. At the time of ticket purchase, there is a question prompt for you to list others in your group. Please note that we cannot seat groups larger than 7 at the same table. (Big groups? Check out our FAQs.)

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Know Before You Go:

  • TIMING: We try to start our events as close to on time as possible. Please arrive on time or a little early. (Doors open 15 min before start time.) We'll guide all guests through a 1.5 hour tasting, leaving an additional 30 min for socializing. Total event time is 2-2.5 hours. 
  • LOCATION: Event will be held in-person at our Hyde Park Cheese Tasting Room (500 Park Blvd, Austin TX 78751), accessible off Duval Street.
  • PARKING: Limited free parking is available onsite and neighboring streets in designated areas; there is additional paid parking behind the cheese shop across
    the street.
  • FAQs: Please read our frequently asked questions below, which cover:
    • Cancellations & Refund Policy
    • Allergies & Dietary Preferences/Needs
    • Large Parties
    • Age Restrictions

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Celebrate the season with a festive holiday cheese tasting at Antonelli’s Hyde Park! This holiday cheese event is designed to showcase the best cheeses and seasonal pairings that capture the flavors and joy of the holidays. Our holiday cheese tasting includes a carefully curated selection of cheeses, each paired with unique accompaniments that enhance the tasting experience. Perfect for a night out with friends, family gatherings, or anyone who loves cheese, this holiday cheese event offers an engaging and delicious way to enjoy the season. Led by our cheese experts, each holiday cheese tasting is filled with stories, tips, and pairing insights to make your holiday celebrations even more special. Reserve your spot at this holiday cheese tasting for an unforgettable evening of festive flavors and holiday cheer!