The Wisconsin Food and Beverage Lecture Series is the first public lecture series of its kind– designed to link the public with the UW researchers and industry leaders who are working every day on the industries central to Wisconsin’s economy. This series is sponsored by the Office of the Dean and Director of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and is presented in partnership with the Wisconsin Alumni Association.

The Art of Brewing
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
1420 Microbial Sciences Building
1550 Linden Drive

Humans have been making beer since the dawn of civilization. Learn about the history and science of beer and gain a better understanding of the brewing process, from grain to glass. This program will be presented by Senior Trade Brewer Heberto Yordan, Jr. of MillerCoors.

A complimentary beer tasting will follow the program for guests 21 and over. Light hor d’oeuvres and other beverages will also be served.

This event is free and open to the public. Parking in Lot 36 is free after 4:30 p.m.

The Art of Ice Cream
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Ebling Symposium Center, Microbial Sciences Building
1550 Linden Drive

Blue Moon, Badger Blast, Berries Jubilee– no matter your favorite flavor, we all scream for ice cream! Learn about ice cream’s wondrous journey from the cow to the cone with Bill Klein, Babcock Hall Dairy Plant Manager.

A complimentary ice cream tasting will follow the program.

This event is free and open to the public. Parking in Lot 36 is free after 4:30 p.m.

The Art of Cheesemaking
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, May 8, 2009
Ebling Symposium Center, Microbial Sciences Building
1550 Linden Drive

Discover the world of cheese from pasture to plate and observe a live cheesemaking demonstration. This program will be presented by Gary Grossen, Master Cheese Maker of the Babcock Hall Dairy Plant.

A complimentary cheese tasting will follow the program.

This event is free and open to the public.