2/18/2026 💜✨ Bourbon, Beads & Bites: A Mardi Gras Culinary & Cocktail Tasting Experience

Sold Out $ 45.00

When: February 18th 2026, 6:30pm

Where: 2419 Village Green Place, Champaign, IL 61822

Put on the beads. Sip the bourbon. Let the good times roll.

This Mardi Gras inspired culinary experience is bold, festive, and unapologetically indulgent, designed for women (or men) who love great food, great drinks, and a reason to dress up just because.

This chef-led experience is guided by Kristina Adams Smith , a registered dietitian who brings both culinary expertise and nutritional insight to the table. Kristina blends bold Louisiana inspired flavors with thoughtful technique, showing how indulgent comfort food can still feel balanced and intentional.

You’ll enjoy five approachable, elevated courses, two thoughtfully selected wines, and one signature cocktail.

As dishes are prepared and presented, our chef will share the inspiration behind the menu, flavor pairings, and culinary tips you can bring into your own kitchen. A relaxed yet elevated experience designed to savor, sip, and enjoy.

✨ Perfect for girls night out, date night or a cozy evening with friends. Just sit back, sip, and savor while we do all the work.

Here is the menu below:

Shrimp Po’ Boy Tacos
Golden Cajun shrimp with crisp lettuce and a creamy remoulade—street food vibes with a playful twist.

Maque Choux
Sweet corn sautéed with peppers, onions, and just enough cream to make it irresistible.

Jambalaya Rice Salad
Savory, spiced, and scoopable, classic Louisiana flavors served fresh and vibrant.

Cajun Chicken Pasta
Creamy, bold, and comforting with a touch of heat, this is the dish everyone asks for seconds of.

Bourbon Banana Crème Pie
Silky banana cream with a bourbon-kissed finish; rich, nostalgic, and dessert-first energy.

Two Featured Wine Pairings
Approachable, crowd-friendly wines selected to complement both savory and indulgent flavors, perfect bottles for hosting at home.

Signature Cocktail
Bourbon Street Belle
Bourbon, fresh orange juice, a splash of vanilla or banana liqueur, finished with a cherry and orange twist.

✨ Reserve your seat early, this Mardi Gras feast is sure to sell out fast!🔥

About the Classes: Each class teaches tasty techniques and food preparation along with providing a tasting of each dish prepared. We will also provide wine tastings with selected dishes. Must be 21 years of age.

Bonus: Each guest will receive 20% off Olive Oils & Balsamics!

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds! To receive credit for a future cooking class, a one-week notice is required with a $10 processing fee. Requests must be emailed to loui@grovestone.com.

Allergen Facilities:
Our facilities are not food allergen or gluten-free.

Please note that we are not able to accommodate all dietary requests (ie, vegetarian, gluten sensitivity, dairy allergy, etc. We suggest you check with us before booking.)

Allergens:
Attention customers with food allergies. Please be aware that our food may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat. While we take steps to minimize risk and safely handle the foods that contain potential allergens, please be advised that cross contamination may occur, as factors beyond our reasonable control may alter the formulations of the food we serve, or manufacturers may change their formulations without our knowledge.

The recipes provided to Participant during the course of the cooking class are the property of Grovestone. Grovestone retains all rights to the recipes. Participant agrees the recipes are only for Participant’s personal non-commercial use and may not be sold, transferred or disseminated to other without the written consent of Grovestone.

Participant grants Grovestone permission to take photographs and/or video recordings for use on Grovestone’s websites, social media sites (including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, etc.) and in publications, promotional fliers, educational materials, derivative works. Participant acknowledges these photographs and/or video recordings may be accessible on the internet. Participant also waives any right to compensation arising from the use of photographs and/or video recordings. Participant releases Grovestone from any and all claims, demands, rights, promises, damages, and liabilities arising out of or in connection with the use or distribution of any photograph or recordings.

Menus are subject to change. Chefs are subject to change. Classes are subject to cancellation or rescheduling.

Collections: Classes, Cooking Classes, Quick Order

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