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Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
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Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
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Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
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Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
John and Kendall Antonelli behind the cheese case
Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
John and Kendall in cheese shop
Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
Image of John and Kendall on a computer screen showcasing our virtual cheese events.
image of a knife coated in harbison cheese that is dripping off
Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)
CAPITALONE LEARN & GROW-2020
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image of multipe bottles of prosecco
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Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)

Featured: An Evening with Kendall & John Antonelli (South Lamar)

Sign up for this unforgettable night with John and Kendall Antonelli sharing stories and experiences from their years in the biz.
$100.00
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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 South Lamar Community Tasting Room (1100 South Lamar, Suite 1130).
  • PARKING: Ample parking is available onsite. Click HERE to see map.

One ticket = one person and includes:

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

This is a full meal.

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.

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 8 at the same table. (Big groups? see below.)

Visit our refund policy here.

✅ At our Hyde Park location, tables seat 6 comfortably, with a 7th able to squeeze in.
✅ At our South Lamar location, tables seat 8 comfortably, with a 9th able to squeeze in.

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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✨ A Special Evening Hosted by John & Kendall Antonelli ✨
 Founders of Antonelli’s Cheese | Global Leaders in Artisan Cheese | Austin Changemakers

For years, they lit up your TV and phone screens with the cheerful, “We are the Antonellis!” Now, step into their world—where a passion for cheese and a gift for building community have made them not only local icons, but global leaders in the cheese industry. Now, for a limited number of nights each year, you can join John and Kendall Antonelli themselves for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, community, and (of course) cheese!

This elevated version of our Signature Cheese Tasting includes all the delicious flavors and fan-favorite pairings that made us famous, but with the added magic of being led personally by the couple who started it all. It’s an omakase-style tasting built around joy, curiosity, and connection.

You’ll hear tales of travel, triumph, and the passionate makers behind every bite—from the couple who’ve spent the last 15 years championing good food and good people. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to artisan cheese, this is your chance to experience the heart of Antonelli’s Cheese... through the hearts of John and Kendall themselves.

💫 As John says, “We don’t just sell cheese. We sell joy.” Come feel it for yourself.

One ticket = one person and includes:

  • 7 expertly selected cheeses
  • 7 thoughtfully paired accompaniments (preserves, pickles, chocolate & more) 
  • additional treats like crackers, cornichons, & Spanish cocktail mix (GF crackers avail if requested in allergies)
  • Access to our curated wine and beverage menu (see blow

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: We charge a service fee per bottle brought into our tasting room. 

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 8 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 South Lamar Cheese Tasting Room (1100 South Lamar, Suite 1130).
  • PARKING: Ample parking is available onsite. Click HERE to see map.
  • FAQs: Please read our frequently asked questions below, which cover:
    • Cancellations & Refund Policy
    • Allergies & Dietary Preferences/Needs
    • Large Parties
    • Age Restriction 

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Notoriety and National Reputation

  • John Antonelli

    • Austin Under 40 Winner

    • Best CEO (Austin Business Journal)

    • Cheese Connoisseur Magazine Cover

    • Top Ten Influential People in the Industry (Deli Business Weekly)

    • American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional

    • Guilde Internationale des Fromagers Inductee

    • American Cheese Education Foundation, Past President

    • Thinkery, Past President

    • Certified Public Accountant

  • Kendall Antonelli

    • Austin Under 40 Winner - for professional achievement & philanthropic impact

    • Women in Business Profile in Power Award (Austin Business Journal)

    • Austin Woman Magazine Cover

    • Mental Health Community Champion (NAMI Central Texas)

    • McMahon Children’s Advocacy Award

    • Blazing Star (Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Texas)

    • Top Women in Grocery (Progressive Grocer)

    • Junior League of Austin 

    • James Beard Women’s Entrepreneurship Fellow

    • American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional

    • Guilde Internationale des Fromagers Inductee

    • Les Dames d’Escoffier Austin, Past President

    • American Cheese Education Foundation, Board of Directors

 

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