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Eat Drink Educate

Dennis Mac

Dennis has been in the restaurant and hospitality industry for over 30 years. He started this journey at some of the most prestigious restaurants on the island of Palm Beach, Florida. He brought this knowledge and experience to Chicago 7 years ago when he joined the team of skilled professionals at Eat, Drink, Educate. Dennis has always enjoyed the art of guiding guests' choices either for drinks or dining and finds great joy in turning guests onto something new. Dennis prides himself on his fun and interactive classes... so expect to have fun, participate, and of course, learn a lot.

ABOUT THIS TEACHER

Dennis Mac

Dennis has been in the restaurant and hospitality industry for over 30 years. He started this journey at some of the most prestigious restaurants on the island of Palm Beach, Florida. He brought this knowledge and experience to Chicago 7 years ago when he joined the team of skilled professionals at Eat, Drink, Educate. Dennis has always enjoyed the art of guiding guests' choices either for drinks or dining and finds great joy in turning guests onto something new. Dennis prides himself on his fun and interactive classes... so expect to have fun, participate, and of course, learn a lot.

STUDENT EXPERIENCES

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    Kelsey W.
    Reviewed on 03/02/16

    Great class. Everyone gets involved and shares their thoughts on tastings which is really fun. The new venue is awesome too - glad we now have a space just for our class.

    Great class. Everyone gets involved and shares their thoughts on tastings which is really fun. The new venue is awesome too - glad we now have a space just for our class.

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    Domi O.
    Reviewed on 07/26/15

    A great birthday surprise! The class was fun and informative, and our host was very knowledgeable and engaging. It was totally worth the time and money, and I'm looking forward to more dabbling in the future!

    A great birthday surprise! The class was fun and informative, and our host was very knowledgeable and engaging. It was totally worth the time and money, and I'm looking forward to more dabbling in the future!

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    Susan E.
    Reviewed on 05/19/15

    A Night at the Speak Easy was fun, informative, and tasty. It was interesting to learn a brief history of Prohibition and to taste some of the more popular drinks of the time. We also received tips on the tools needed for setting up a home bar and ingredients to use. All in all a fun night.

    A Night at the Speak Easy was fun, informative, and tasty. It was interesting to learn a brief history of Prohibition and to taste some of the more popular drinks of the time. We also received tips on the tools needed for setting up a home bar and ingredients to use. All in all a fun night.

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    Deborah M.
    Reviewed on 03/28/15

    It was fun and interesting. The space was bit tight for the amount of people but nothing that could prevent you from having a good time

    It was fun and interesting. The space was bit tight for the amount of people but nothing that could prevent you from having a good time

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    Sarah K.
    Reviewed on 02/21/15

    Fun class!

    Fun class!

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    Daniella B.
    Reviewed on 02/21/15

    Amazing Class. My husband and I wanted to do something different for Valentines Day and we weren't disappointed. Very fun :)

    Amazing Class. My husband and I wanted to do something different for Valentines Day and we weren't disappointed. Very fun :)

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    Courtney N.
    Reviewed on 02/09/15

    We had a very small group and so lots of interaction with the teacher and the bartender. It was a fantastic time.

    We had a very small group and so lots of interaction with the teacher and the bartender. It was a fantastic time.

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    Kelsey W.
    Reviewed on 12/19/14

    Great class! We learned about how beer is made, some interesting historical tidbits, and what characteristics to look for when drinking different types. The teachers are very friendly and know their stuff. We tasted four different beers from across the spectrum which really illustrated what the differences are. I'm a total beginner when it comes to craft beer and I walked away with a good grasp of how it all works and what I like.

    Great class! We learned about how beer is made, some interesting historical tidbits, and what characteristics to look for when drinking different types. The teachers are very friendly and know their stuff. We tasted four different beers from across the spectrum which really illustrated what the differences are. I'm a total beginner when it comes to craft beer and I walked away with a good grasp of how it all works and what I like.

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    David B.
    Reviewed on 11/19/14

    The class was very informative and the drinks were GREAT! Both my wife and I had a great time and would definitely recommend Dennis and his classes to anyone.

    We got to try 4 drinks that I have never had before and would never think to make but we went out and bought the ingredients for them the next day because we enjoyed them so much.

    If you are interested in learning more about liquor then check out one of Dennis's classes as he is very knowledgable and will answer any questions you have. We will definitely be returning!

    The class was very informative and the drinks were GREAT! Both my wife and I had a great time and would definitely recommend Dennis and his classes to anyone.

    We got to try 4 drinks that I have never had before and would never think to make but we went out and bought the ingredients for them the next day because we enjoyed them so much.

    If you are interested in learning more about liquor then check out one of Dennis's classes as he is very knowledgable and will answer any questions you have. We will definitely be returning!

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    John H.
    Reviewed on 10/18/14

    Extremely enjoyable class. Teacher was knowledgable, engaged and easy going. Great insights into Scotch for a complete beginner. Would absolutely recommend.

    Extremely enjoyable class. Teacher was knowledgable, engaged and easy going. Great insights into Scotch for a complete beginner. Would absolutely recommend.

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    Barbara S.
    Reviewed on 06/17/14

    Dennis hosted a private class for my sister's bachelorette party. It was fascinating to learn the history of Prohibition and the stories surrounding the making of the drinks! (And even more delicious to drink them!) He was an entertaining and knowledgeable teacher. We had an amazing time, and he and Bobby gave us instructions on how we might put together a few classic drinks from that era. Bobby was a fantastic bartender & we'll definitely be back at Maeve to have one of his signature manhattans!

    Dennis hosted a private class for my sister's bachelorette party. It was fascinating to learn the history of Prohibition and the stories surrounding the making of the drinks! (And even more delicious to drink them!) He was an entertaining and knowledgeable teacher. We had an amazing time, and he and Bobby gave us instructions on how we might put together a few classic drinks from that era. Bobby was a fantastic bartender & we'll definitely be back at Maeve to have one of his signature manhattans!

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    Brittney L.
    Reviewed on 04/10/14

    This was a really great class - we not only drank a variety of different Mad Men - era drinks, we learned a lot about the interesting history behind each drink.

    This was a really great class - we not only drank a variety of different Mad Men - era drinks, we learned a lot about the interesting history behind each drink.

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    Timmy O.
    Reviewed on 03/23/14

    A fun class, great whisky. Loved the value and the teacher was really knowledgable.

    A fun class, great whisky. Loved the value and the teacher was really knowledgable.

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    Dimitri N.
    Reviewed on 03/19/14

    Great introductory class. Instructor was friendly and knowledgeable. Great atmosphere at a great location. Highly recommend.

    Great introductory class. Instructor was friendly and knowledgeable. Great atmosphere at a great location. Highly recommend.

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    Kerri L.
    Reviewed on 02/19/14

    The Mixology portion of the class was really fun. Learning the history behind the drinks we were sampling definitely made the evening interesting! As for the "singles" part I was a little disappointed in that. I ended up being paired with a guy nearly 10 years younger than me. I completed the questionnaire prior to the event, but felt that none of the things I put on it were really considered. The evening was still fun and the people I met were very cool. But I felt a little weird about how the "pairing" was done. It left me with a lot of questions about the "fixup" process. Anyhow, it was overall a very fun night and I would totally do a Dabble class again (not sure I'd do a singles event though.) ;)

    The Mixology portion of the class was really fun. Learning the history behind the drinks we were sampling definitely made the evening interesting! As for the "singles" part I was a little disappointed in that. I ended up being paired with a guy nearly 10 years younger than me. I completed the questionnaire prior to the event, but felt that none of the things I put on it were really considered. The evening was still fun and the people I met were very cool. But I felt a little weird about how the "pairing" was done. It left me with a lot of questions about the "fixup" process. Anyhow, it was overall a very fun night and I would totally do a Dabble class again (not sure I'd do a singles event though.) ;)

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    Courtney N.
    Reviewed on 02/14/14

    This was a great class, we learned a lot both about mixology and history and everyone who attended seemed like they were there to have fun and were ready to learn

    This was a great class, we learned a lot both about mixology and history and everyone who attended seemed like they were there to have fun and were ready to learn

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    John S.
    Reviewed on 02/14/14

    Very fun class with good booze.

    Very fun class with good booze.

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    Amanda L.
    Reviewed on 02/13/14

    I'd rather not share something publicly.

    I'd rather not share something publicly.

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    Benjamin D.
    Reviewed on 06/27/13

    Great class learned to make a few new drinks, learned a bit of history behind each drink and history of liquor in general.

    Great class learned to make a few new drinks, learned a bit of history behind each drink and history of liquor in general.

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    Briana J.
    Reviewed on 05/31/13

    Learned about my new favorite drink....French 75!

    Learned about my new favorite drink....French 75!

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    Kelsey W.
    Reviewed on 05/31/13

    Awesome class as always. Fun, positive environment, with tasty drinks and great information.

    Awesome class as always. Fun, positive environment, with tasty drinks and great information.

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    Janie J.
    Reviewed on 05/28/13

    The entire class was amazing. My instructor and the mixologist were incredibly knowledgable, funny, and entertaining. We walked away with some insight to the 1920s as well as a delicious drink menu.

    The entire class was amazing. My instructor and the mixologist were incredibly knowledgable, funny, and entertaining. We walked away with some insight to the 1920s as well as a delicious drink menu.

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    Lauren M.
    Reviewed on 05/06/13

    Great location, great class.

    Great location, great class.

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    Megan H.
    Reviewed on 04/22/13

    Part history class, part night on the town. A fun way to learn about good drinks. You'll try something new, and maybe never go back.

    Part history class, part night on the town. A fun way to learn about good drinks. You'll try something new, and maybe never go back.

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    Adrianne H.
    Reviewed on 03/29/13

    So much fun! Relaxed, not snobby.

    So much fun! Relaxed, not snobby.

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    Elizabeth M.
    Reviewed on 03/22/13

    I'm not really a fan of scotch but I hoped to leave with a better understanding and appreciation for it and that definitely happened. I still prefer bourbon, though.

    I'm not really a fan of scotch but I hoped to leave with a better understanding and appreciation for it and that definitely happened. I still prefer bourbon, though.

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    Neil R.
    Reviewed on 03/13/13

    Great job!! It was very clear that not only do you know what you are talking about but also have a passion for this material

    Great job!! It was very clear that not only do you know what you are talking about but also have a passion for this material

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    Margaret M.
    Reviewed on 02/01/13

    This was my second class Dennis at Eat Drink Educate. He has a wealth of knowledge about liquor and can generally answer any question you throw at him. The atmosphere of the class is always lighthearted, you don't need to be a scotch snob to take it. Overall, a fun hour and a half, totally worth it.

    This was my second class Dennis at Eat Drink Educate. He has a wealth of knowledge about liquor and can generally answer any question you throw at him. The atmosphere of the class is always lighthearted, you don't need to be a scotch snob to take it. Overall, a fun hour and a half, totally worth it.

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    Kelsey W.
    Reviewed on 10/29/12

    Great friendly atmosphere, interesting background info, and the cocktails were fantastic. Price can't be beat for what you get.

    Great friendly atmosphere, interesting background info, and the cocktails were fantastic. Price can't be beat for what you get.

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    Dabble Student
    Reviewed on 10/05/12

    "- Great instructor who was really passionate of the work he does.
    - Great drink selection to teach (esp the Mint Julip)"

    "- Great instructor who was really passionate of the work he does.
    - Great drink selection to teach (esp the Mint Julip)"

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    Dabble Student
    Reviewed on 10/05/12

    Small class size, lots of interaction, taste tests

    Small class size, lots of interaction, taste tests

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