Join Steven David of Cuvee Wine Merchants as we explore Alsace, its wines, customs, cuisine and modern day winemaking. Class includes a 30-minute reception featuring a complimentary cocktail and appetizer. Cost: $30. Registration required. See website or email info@braiselocalfood.com or call 414-212-8843.

Join Dave Swanson, Chef/Owner of Braise Restaurant, ti learn the basics of fresh sausage making including grinding, stuffing, and linking and also learn where to buy supplies plus what kind of equipment you will need to stock your own butcher shop. Chorizo, Boudin Blanc, and Italian Sausage will be "linked" to this class. Class includes a 30-minute reception featuring a complimentary cocktail and appetizer. You will also sample small plates throughout the class and have recipes to take home. Registration required. See website, email info@braiselocalfood.com or call 414-212-8843.. Cost: $55

Join Chef/Owners of Purple Door Ice Cream, Lauren and Steve Schultz, as we explore the summertime classic treat of ice cream. Get a glimpse in this Milwaukee family business and the process of how ice cream is made. This trip of summertime nostalgia includes sampling some of Purple Door’s unique flavors, including their specialty roasted garlic ice cream that will be served at Braise’s Garlic Festival. Class includes a 30 minute reception featuring a complimentary cocktail and appetizer. Cost: $30. To purchase a class using your Braise Gift Card, please make your reservation directly via e-mail at info@braiselocalfood.com. Classes are non-refundable, however if you are unable to attend, you may send someone in your place. If Braise must cancel a class for any reason, we will notify students in a timely manner and provide a full refund. Questions? Please email info@braiselocalfood.com or call 414-212-8843.

In anticipation of our 2nd annual Garlic Festival, Chef/Owner Dave Swanson will cook with all things garlic. He will highlight and demonstrate how to cook green garlic, garlic scapes plus a few more surprises. We will also sample spring vegetable ragout with garlic scape pesto. Breath mints will be provided! Class includes a 30 minute reception featuring a complimentary cocktail and appetizer. Cost: $45 Time: 6:00pm Reception/6:30pm Class Class Length: 2-2.5 hours Classes are held at Braise Culinary School, located at Braise Restaurant, 1101 S. 2nd Street, Milwaukee, WI. To purchase a class using your Braise Gift Card, please make your reservation directly via e-mail at info@braiselocalfood.com. Classes are non-refundable, however if you are unable to attend, you may send someone in your place. If Braise must cancel a class for any reason, we will notify students in a timely manner and provide a full refund. Questions? Please email info@braiselocalfood.com or call 414-212-8843.

What sounds more amazing than spending an entire day celebrating garlic? How about if we include garlicky food, green garlic bloody marys, local brews, big band music, garlic themed games, and then we pack it all into a summer Sunday in Walker's Point? Yup, our 2nd Annual Garlic Fest is happening again this summer at Braise! We'll also be bringing back the Garlic Eating Contest. WMSE’s Dewey Gill will broadcast his Big Band Show live and then Dori Zori will spin dance party jams in the afternoon. Questions? Email events@braiselocalfood.com. Participating restaurants include: Braise, Chez Jacques, Circa 1880, Transfer Pizzeria, Cafe India, Purple Door Ice Cream, Clock Shadow Creamery, Indulgence Chocolatiers, & Old Maid's Popcorn. Artists, Vendors & Other Participants: Wanderlust, Orchard Street Press, TheBrownPig, Laurie Jean Designs, Benchworks, Anne Harvey- Caricature Artist, L'Eft Bank & Escuela Verde THIS YEAR'S GENEROUS SPONSORS: Outpost Natural Foods, 91.7 WMSE, MKE Brewing Company, Great Lakes Distillery, Auburn Supply Group, Edible Milwaukee, & Antiques on Second. We look forward to getting stinky with you!!