FIT/NYC Talk and Tours

SXT 300 Brooklyn: Williamsburg, The New Style Frontier
0 credits $55.00
Experience the cultural vitality of the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, often referred to as the new SoHo. Browse through vintage clothing and housewares that will inspire future fashion and lifestyle trends. Discover up-and-coming artists in Brooklyn’s diverse galleries. Sample a great selection of restaurants, coffee houses, and family-run bakeries. Williamsburg exhibits the traditional alongside the ultramodern, even as it changes rapidly, making it a trend hot spot. After a brief introduction at FIT, attendees travel to Brooklyn by subway. Brunch/lunch as you go (food and subway costs not included in course fee). No same-day registration.

Seminar leader: Trina Morris, publicist, Style Root PR.

SPRING
1 session: (55A) April 17

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
10220	55A	S	12:00 pm-5:00 pm	TBA

SXT 500 Star-Quality Vintage Shopping
0 credits $100.00
Whether your interest is personal or professional, find out how to acquire exciting clothes and accessories for unbelievable prices at the hottest, most reliable vintage and thrift shops in town. Program starts with the ins and outs of this bargain-hunting specialty, including where to go and how to shop for and evaluate goods. Part of both sessions is spent out in the field, strengthening your critical eye and discovery skills, and introducing you to prime shops. Stop at a coffee bar for a show and- tell wrap-up.
Class limited to 16. Highly recommended for stylists, designers, or shoppers with a passion for vintage fashion. (Food and subway costs not included in course fee). No same-day registration.

Seminar leader: Emma Sosa, professional stylist.

SPRING
2 sessions: (55A) March 20, 27; (55B) May 1, 8

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
11380	55A	S	11:00 am-3:00 pm	TBA
10540	55B	S	11:00 am-3:00 pm	TBA

SXT 800 Shop, Cook and Eat: The Best of New York
0 credits $55.00
Channel your creativity into yummy yet simple cooking to improve your lifestyle and wow friends and family. Learn to shop the Big Apple markets as you sample fabulous cheeses, artisanal breads, farm fresh veggies, and irresistible desserts. Discover ethnic neighborhoods for spicing up your meals. Start by having a real food expert answer all your questions from purchasing cookware to food sources to prep. Tour several city markets and ethnic purveyors as you learn about quality, price and seasonal variety. Go from the Chelsea Market to Union Square to areas like Bleeker Street and Chinatown, meeting growers, vendors and chefs. Pick up professional tips and goodies. Program culminates with a fun and informative lunch in Chinatown. Both kitchen novices and the more experienced cook are welcome.
Lunch approximately $15, and subway cost not included in course fee. No same-day registration.

Instructor: Michael Cokkinos, associate professor, Advertising and Marketing Communications; culinary arts instructor, food writer, and former executive chef.

SPRING
1 session: (55A) April 10

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
12239	55A	S	10:00 am-4:00 pm	TBA

SXT 802 Shop, Cook, and Eat: Gourmet on a Budget
0 credits $55.00
Staying home more and eating out less? No need to order in or sacrifice fine dining when you can learn to make gourmet dishes at a fraction of going restaurant rates. Spend the day with a real food expert who first teaches how to choose stress-free recipes that capitalize on seasonal availability. Next go on a discovery walking tour to learn how and where to buy ingredients at the best prices. Return to FIT’s demo kitchen and participate in a group prep and cook session. Final step: “Bon Appetite”, eat, cook, and critique. Both kitchen novices and the more experienced cook are welcome. An additional expense of $15 for food marketing payable in class. Subway fare not included in course fee. No same day registration.

Instructor: Michael Cokkinos, associate professor, Advertising and Marketing Communications; culinary arts instructor, food writer, and former executive chef.

SPRING
1 session: (55A) May 1

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
13637	55A	S	10:00 am-5:00 pm	TBA