Hear the rich agricultural stories behind the foods and drinks we enjoy and explore how soil, climate, and place shape their character. Sample thoughtfully sourced honey, chocolate, olive oil, or hard cider, each chosen to showcase distinct landscapes. Choose a single tasting or bundle multiple sessions. $45; $145 for four-session bundle. Includes general admission.
Register for four-session bundle.
Savor the Essence of Olive Oil
August 1 | 3:00–4:00 pm & 6:00–7:00 pm
Join Blazing Bella for a tasting of olive oils and balsamic vinegars and discover how a simple drizzle of these finishing ingredients can transform everyday food, bringing balance and depth to meals. Through sampling a range of flavors and enjoying lively conversation, explore the journey of balsamic vinegar from grape to table and olive oil from grove to bottle. You will discover how time, craft, and careful preparation shape their flavor, and experience firsthand how these ingredients have been valued for generations.
Discover the Magic of Honey
August 8 | 3:00–4:00 pm & 6:00–7:00 pm
Join beekeeper, artist, and honey enthusiast, Christina Fabris of Iris and Callisto’s Apiary, for an immersive, sensory exploration of what makes honey unique. This experience brings together the honey making process, plus the history, cultural significance, uses, and varied flavors of honey.
Experience the Flavors of Chocolate
August 15 | 3:00–4:00 pm & 6:00–7:00 pm
Discover how genetics, soil, climate, and craftsmanship touch chocolate’s flavor, texture, and aroma with French chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy from 37 Chocolates. You will trace chocolate from cacao tree to finished bar, with a focus on how origin, fermentation, and processing influence what we taste. Whether you’re a devoted chocolate lover or simply curious, you’ll cultivate a deeper appreciation of chocolate as an agricultural product and a reflection of the land from which it comes.
Explore the Craft of Hard Cider
August 22 | 3:00–4:00 pm & 6:00–7:00 pm
Explore the craft and culture of hard cider with Claire Trindle, Pennsylvania’s first female certified pommelier and founder of Blind Bear Beverages. This immersive session traces the journey from apple to glass, unraveling the mysteries of the cidermaking process while exploring the beverage’s global history and diverse regional styles. You’ll learn how to refine your palate through a guided sensory evaluation of appearance, aroma, and flavor, and discover the art of pairing cider to elevate any culinary experience.
Enhance Your Visit
Get the most of your visit to Winterthur with these activities, included with your General Admission ticket, which is good for two consecutive days!
Take the Self-Paced House Tour. Explore American history through the spaces, stories, and objects that shaped the nation. Discover the enduring influence of colonial American architecture, an unparalleled collection of decorative arts, and the transformation of a private estate into a museum devoted to preserving and interpreting the American experience.
Explore the galleries and garden. Take a stroll in the world-renowned 60-acre garden or explore one of our walking trails throughout the 1,000-acre estate. And, no visit is complete without our garden tram tour. Our guides share highlights of the garden and the history of Winterthur on this 30-minute narrated tour. Then, head inside to be inspired by the galleries, featuring two floors of the finest examples of American decorative arts.