Pop the cork and grab an oyster knife! Chef Anthony Trunzo and wine guru Jill Kummer are teaming up for a hands-on night of shucking, tasting, and sipping.
Learn how to prep oysters like a pro, mix up a killer mignonette, and see why champagne is their ultimate match. Each presentation - hot or cold - will be paired with distinctive accompaniments designed to compliment the unique flavors of the oysters.
Come for the oysters, stay for the sips—and you can even take home your shucker and other oyster goodies to keep the party going!
About your Instructors
Anthony Trunzo started cooking at age 15 for his first job and has been doing it ever since. He has been with The Capital Grille for the past 10 years. His spent his most recent years as the Executive Chef with Capital Grille for 2 years in Pittsburgh and Executive Chef in Cleveland for 2 years prior to returning. He has gone to assist and develop other locations including King of Prussia, Philadelphia, and Boston.
Contrary to popular belief, he did not attended culinary school. Anthony has been fortunate over the years to have great influences and mentors around him to help grow and develop in the culinary world. He is a member of the American Culinary Federation and Chaine des Rotisseurs. He competed in cooking competitions for the Jeunes Chefs Rotisseurs Competition.
Jill Kummer has been a culinary instructor for several years, teaching at both Westmoreland County Community college and Pittsburgh Technical College, specializing in beverage management/wines and spirits. After a successful career in food and beverage within the hotel industry, she made the decision to explore teaching opportunities within the hospitality industry. The study of beverages, specifically wine, has always been a passion and has shown throughout her career.
More to know
This class is a chef’s presentation dinner, so Chef Anthony will do the cooking, Jill will do the pairing, and you do the eating. Enjoy this up close and personal dinner with our team! Please let us know if you would like to be seated with guests under a different name.
Jill Kummer will present the wine pairing so, guests must be 21 years old.
Classes with less than 12 guests may be canceled or rescheduled
