Edible Manhattan

Talk & Taste: Cheese Tasting Event at Essex Market
2025-04-30 18:15 - 19:45 (America/New_York) | Essex Market, 88 Essex St, New York, NY, 10002, United States
In 2006, Anne Saxelby opened a modest stall at the Essex Street Market in the Lower East Side of New York City. She had no idea then that she would become a central figure to putting artisanal American cheese and cheesemakers on the map of food culture.
Meet the cheesemongers, historians, and dairy enthusiasts who are continuing that legacy — from those championing women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ folks in the dairy industry to the Anne Saxelby Legacy Fund apprentices creating change in their own communities.
On Wednesday, April 30, Essex Market’s Alex Ritter-Jung will take us through a special presentation discussing the origins, history, and technique of all things cheese along with our special guests:

Cheesemonger and food educator, Kyra James
Dairy historian and recipient of the Daphne Zepos Research Award, Mary Casella
The apprentices of the Anne Saxelby Legacy Fund

After the discussion, we’ll get a chance to try some cheeses curated by our Talk & Taste guest panelists, in collaboration with Essex Market’s premier cheesemonger: Formaggio Essex. Our special guests will talk about what makes each cheese bite special, what notes you’ll be able to smell and taste in each, and what recipes and drinks they pair best with at the dinner table.
By the end of this Talk & Taste evening, you’ll walk away an unofficial cheese connoisseur yourself!

This programming is presented in partnership with the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD) and Edible Manhattan media.
About Essex Market:
Essex Market is New York City’s most historic public market. Nestled in the heart of the Lower East Side, Essex Market embodies a legacy as rich and diverse as the neighborhood itself. For generations, it has been a symbol of community, offering a vibrant mix of local flavors and small businesses that reflect the dynamic spirit of its surroundings. Open 360 days a year, there’s always something in store for you here!
About MOFAD:
Food is culture.™ As the most universal aspect of human existence, it is a powerful lens for understanding ourselves, each other, and the world around us. MOFAD is a new kind of museum that uses this power to create cultural change towards a more thoughtful, equitable, and delicious future.
A 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit and pioneering museum located in the heart of Brooklyn’s historical DUMBO neighborhood, MOFAD brings the world of food and drink to life with exhibits you can taste, touch, and smell. With programs reflecting upon all aspects of food culture and systems, MOFAD aims to inspire generations of curious eaters of all ages and backgrounds.
About Edible Manhattan:
Edible Manhattan tells the story of how the city eats. Along with our other Edible titles, it belongs to a network of Edible magazines and websites across North America.
We chronicle how the region eats. Through editorial and at events where our stories come to life, we celebrate the people who are building the sort of food culture we want—one that’s diverse, accessible, sustainable and delicious.

The SFA Summer Fancy Food Show
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-01 | NY
Delight your tastebuds, chew on emerging trends, and get facetime with all the right people at one of the food industry’s tentpole events.
When thousands of diverse makers, buyers, brokers, distributors, and other industry professionals come together under one roof, culinary magic happens. Discover why attendees say the Summer Fancy Food Show delivers the best return on investment of any industry trade show.
Note: The Fancy Food Shows are trade-only events. They are not open to the general public.

We are very excited to be teaming up with the Specialty Food Association (SFA), host of the Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC, one of specialty food’s top events for meeting suppliers, tasting trends and new products, and networking with the industry.
Edible Hudson Valley and SFA are offering specialty food retail and foodservice professionals from the Hudson Valley FREE registration for the Fancy Food Show AND a free ride to and from the Javits Center on Monday, June 30, 2025.
So skip the travel hassle and costs—ride directly to the Javits Center with fellow food professionals!

Learn More & Register*
Don’t delay! We have 50 available seats on a first-come, first-served basis. This offer ends on June 18, 2025.

About the Fancy Food Show

Trade-only event designed to connect buyers with specialty food makers
Offers a curated showcase of high-quality, artisan products in 40+ categories, from salty snacks to frozen desserts to deli and beyond
Big international presence, with suppliers from dozens of countries across six continents bringing the global flavors trend to life
Provides an invaluable preview of where consumers’ needs, wants, and values are headed, from gluten-free and vegan alternatives to spicy drinks to protein snacks

These Retailers Will Be There – Will You?

Questions? Please email Michelle McDonald, Director of Buyer Relations at SFA.

* Applies only to new registrations and eligible buyers with food purchasing authority for retailers and foodservice businesses. The Summer Fancy Food Show will not be open to the general public. Only buyers aged 18 and older are eligible for this offer. Registration must be online prior to June 18th, 2025, and onsite or other attempts to register will not qualify for this promotion, which expires at 11:59 pm Eastern Time on June 18, 2025.

Beyond Delicious: Transforming the Future of Food
2025-08-06 - 2025-08-08 | Omega Institute, 150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY, 12572, United States
Explore healthy, sustainable food systems with partners from The Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming.
With Mark Bittman, Danielle Davenport, Gabrielle Davenport, Stuart Farr, Kathleen Finlay, Christina Chan, Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin , Evan Hanczor, Karen Washington, Ruth Reichl and others.

Take a look inside the workings of The Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming with its president Kathleen Finlay.

Beyond Delicious is a 3-day gathering for chefs, farmers, cooks, entrepreneurs, activists, policymakers, and anyone who cares about creating a more just and sustainable food system. Our time together, with presentations from today’s most celebrated chefs, food changemakers, farmers and policy shapers, focuses on real challenges and tangible solutions for creating a food system that is sustainable, healthy, and accessible for all.
Omega is excited to partner with The Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming for our second food conference. Through keynote talks, panels, workshops, networking, and breaking bread together, we cover topics such as climate-resilient farming, funding opportunities, and the impact the new administration will have on agriculture.
Join this community exploration of what’s delicious about food, but more importantly, why moving beyond delicious into the health and well-being of people and planet is our next food frontier.
Teachers are subject to change.

DATES
Aug 6–8, 2025

TUITION
Member: $295.00
Tiered Pricing: $375.00 or less
See options below

Tuition covers your workshop costs and time spent in class with the faculty. Please see the Stay On-Campus tab for accommodation choices—which include meals and other amenities for those who wish to stay with us. Or see the Stay Off-Campus tab for those who will be commuting.

$295.00 | Member Tuition (Membership Benefit)
Omega members enjoy reduced rates on workshops and campus purchases while supporting Omega’s work in the world.
$325.00 | Standard Tuition
Select for the standard tuition.
$375.00 | Supportive
This tier directly supports Omega’s ability to offer free and low-cost programming.
$225.00 | Welcoming
This tier is for those who wish to attend and contribute to the Omega community, but require a lower financial burden.

Learn More & Register: eOmega.org/beyonddelicious

Callicoon ArtWalk
2025-10-11 12:00 - 18:00 | Callicoon, Delaware, New York
The Callicoon ArtWalk is a vibrant celebration of local art and culture in the picturesque hamlet of Callicoon on the Delaware, NY. Throughout the day, more than 50 artists transform storefronts, public spaces, and the historic Callicoon Train Depot into galleries and performance venues, bringing creativity to every corner of town.
Visitors can explore a full lineup of live music, theater, film, workshops, and artist demonstrations in unexpected places.
Film lovers won’t want to miss Fantastical Films at the Callicoon Theater — a block of 13 imaginative short films curated by photographer, illustrator, and multimedia artist Elizabeth Ennis. Also screening, an encore presentation of the Too Short to Suck Film Festival, featuring 36 bite-sized films (each under two min.) from 36 local and international filmmakers, proving that great storytelling doesn’t need much time.
Theater highlights include Standing People Together’s Diner Stories — a new full-length play expanding on Tiffany Esteb’s short play Diner. Developed with community input, it explores themes of immigration, racism, poverty, and precarious work. Later in the day, River Rep Theatre presents an excerpt from Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, where Chekhov meets Bucks County in a weekend of sibling rivalries, voodoo dolls, and surprise romance.
Families will find plenty to enjoy as well, including the Kids’ Pumpkin Decorating Contest at the Western Sullivan Public Library and the Upcycle Your Threads Workshop, where art meets sustainability. Guests can bring an article of clothing (or grab a market bag) to embellish with stencils and fabric paint, transforming everyday wear into one-of-a-kind creations.
Throughout the hamlet, Meet & Greets and en plein air painting demonstrations invite visitors to connect directly with artists and experience the creative process firsthand.
Music fills the air all day on two stages. On the Callicoon Depot Main Stage, performances include jazz-fusion percussionist Obi Kaye, fiddle-driven Americana of Poison Love Band, the powerful vocals of Kathy Geary, punk-tinged Americana of Caswyn Moon, the spacey folk-rock of Faith Kelly, and the heartfelt songwriting of Lucas Maehara Rotman.
Across town on the ENGN Platform, enjoy Matthew Hoffman’s ethereal solo vibraphone, Rich Klein’s classic rock, new age percussion and spoken word from New People, and Veronica Fawn Fernandez’s indie-pop charm and sultry wit.
Between shows, visitors can wander Callicoon’s charming streets lined with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants, making it easy to spend the entire day soaking in the creative energy.
After Artwalk, head to one of the many wonderful restaurants or taverns in Callicoon for dinner, drinks and more live entertainment!
With art, film, theater, music, and hands-on fun for all ages, the Callicoon ArtWalk captures the heart of the Catskills — a welcoming mix of creativity, community, and small-town charm. It’s the perfect reason to make your escape to Callicoon this weekend!

NY Cider Festival NYC 2025 Takes the Stage at City Winery
2025-11-15 12:00 - 15:00 | City Winery NYC at Pier 57, 25 11th Ave, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Celebrating the Best of New York Cider
Raise a glass and celebrate cider, NYC! The NY Cider Festival NYC 2025 arrives at City Winery on Saturday, November 15, bringing together cider lovers, wine enthusiasts, and all craft-beverage curious palates for an unforgettable tasting experience in one of Manhattan’s most iconic venues. This year’s festival promises to be our most exciting yet with an immersive, marketplace-style celebration featuring over 25 of New York State’s leading cideries, all pouring and selling their finest bottles and cans. Attendees can sip, savor, and shop exceptional NY Ciders while meeting the makers behind them. Enjoy VIP Early Access from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by General Admission from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, with exclusive cider-and-cheese pairings add-on sessions throughout the day. For more information and for tickets, visit www.newyorkcider.org.
“Hosting the festival at City Winery marks an exciting new chapter for NY Cider,” says Scott Ramsey, Executive Director of the New York Cider Association. “It’s a world-class venue that celebrates craftsmanship and connection which is the same exact spirit that drives our NY Cider makers. We’re thrilled to showcase the incredible range of NY Ciders in a setting that matches their sophistication and artistry.”
“The New York Cider Association has done an incredible job building a strong community that helps producers thrive, and the NY Cider Festival NYC is a great reflection of that. It’s a chance to showcase the amazing range of cider coming out of New York and to connect with the people behind it. I’m excited to be pouring once again alongside so many talented cider makers and celebrating what makes NY cider so special,” says Joe Gaynor, Head Cider Maker at Angry Orchard.
Produced by the New York Cider Association, this Festival continues its mission to elevate NY Cider made with NY Apples as among the best in the world and reinforce the fact that NY is THE State of Cider. Through tastings, pairings, and personal connections with the producers themselves, attendees will discover the proud agricultural legacy and vibrant creativity that define New York’s cider industry. To learn more, visit www.newyorkcider.org and download the NY Cider Trail App, a free and interactive guide to cideries and tasting experiences across New York State.
This event is made possible with the generous partnership of the New York Apple Association, Angry Orchard, Visit Ithaca, Taste NY, and NYS Grown & Certified.

Must be 21+ to attend. All attendees must show a valid ID.

Crisp pours, perfect pairings, and the taste of New York in every glass, the NY Cider Festival NYC 2025 at City Winery is where cider meets celebration!
Photo credit: New York Cider Association
