A Guided Cheese & Beer Pairing Experience

Love great cheese and craft beer? Join us for an evening exploring how the right pairings can bring out incredible flavors in both. A Guided Cheese & Beer Pairing Experience - Presented by The Chef Upstairs x BeyLoved Pairings On Thursday, December 17, Chef Julian Pancer of The Chef Upstairs and Joanne Mumbey of BeyLoved Pairings are teaming up at Grand Central Brewhouse for a guided tasting featuring five carefully selected cheeses, three charcuterie selections, and five craft beer and cider pairings. Guests will get hands-on as they create their own cheese boards to enjoy that evening, complete with delicious accompaniments and globally inspired additions, while exploring how each element pairs with craft beer and cider. With just 30 tickets available, this intimate experience offers plenty of opportunities to ask questions, explore new flavors, and learn directly from two experienced culinary and beverage professionals. What’s Included: • Five 6 oz beer and cider pours: Four beers and one cider, selected to complement the tasting. • Five cheeses and three charcuterie selections + complementary accoutrements.: A variety of styles, textures, and flavors to explore. • A guided pairing experience: Learn how different beer and cider styles interact with cheese, from contrasting flavors to complementary pairings. • Cheese board tips from Chef Julian: Learn about cheese selection, cutting techniques, and presentation so you can put together an impressive spread at home. Throughout the evening, Chef Julian and Joanne will guide guests through each pairing, sharing tips for crafting the perfect cheese board, insights into the cheeses and beverages, and explanations of why certain combinations work so well together. Meet Your Hosts: Chef Julian Pancer is a certified Red Seal chef, trained fromagier, and co-owner of The Chef Upstairs. Originally based in Toronto and now bringing his expertise to St. Pete, Julian specializes in interactive culinary experiences and has a particular passion for cheese. He'll share his knowledge of cheese styles, production, tasting, and presentation throughout the evening. Joanne Mumbey is the founder of BeyLoved Pairings LLC, a Certified Cicerone® and Certified Pommelier™. Her expertise in beer, cider, and food pairing brings a unique perspective to the tasting, helping guests understand how ingredients, flavors, and textures interact. Event Details Date: Thursday, December 17, 2026 Location: Grand Central Brewhouse, St. Petersburg, FL Doors Open: 6:30 PM Guided Tasting: 7-9 PM Tickets: $75 per person Whether you're looking to expand your pairing knowledge, pick up a few entertaining tips, or simply enjoy excellent cheese alongside some great beer and cider, we'd love to have you join us. Only 30 tickets are available, so reserve your seat before they're gone!