Many know Joao DaCosta's primary business, Lehigh Fine Foods, but he has a new endeavor: The Mix Bartending School in Emmaus. DaCosta wanted to combine his love of food with his passion for drinks, so when the Allentown Bartending School closed its doors, he seized the opportunity. The goal? “Connecting the world of specialty food with specialty beverages,” says DaCosta. Their professional bartending course consists of 40 hours and, upon completion, awards a diploma.
But The Mix is much more than just a bartending school. Patrons can take fundamental classes on wine, beer, coffee and tea; learn how to pair drinks with meals; and discover more about their favorite beverages. In February, The Mix hosted its first couples' night, a two-hour course that covered the basics of bartending as well as tips for creating popular drinks, classic cocktails and favorite shots. In April, there was Brazilian Caipirinha Night! More of these will be scheduled throughout the year.
1325 Chestnut St. Suite 1B, Emmaus | 484.232.8623 | themixbartendingschool.com
