Join us for an engaging evening where professors, experts, and storytellers bring their thought-provoking lectures to your favorite bar in NYC.

Hosted by the Lectures on Tap team.

Themes: cultural · approachable · insightful
For centuries, wine has been adored, respected, hated, studied, worshipped—and yes, sometimes gatekept. Why does something that brings so many people together remain so misunderstood? In this engaging talk, Torrey Grant breaks down the myths and misconceptions surrounding wine, making it more accessible for everyone.

Torrey Grant teaches the popular course Beer and Wine Appreciation at Syracuse University and works as a retail consultant and educator for Wegmans and Liquor City. Known for his unconventional approach—like pairing Champagne with hotdogs—Grant blends a refined palate with a love for simple, approachable flavors.

Don’t miss this chance to learn and connect in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere.

Get your tickets now and join us at Lectures on Tap!

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The Grisly Pear Midtown is the newest upscale addition to the Pear family! The club features an insider look at the best NYC has to offer just steps from Times Square. Expect comedians you've seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Netflix, Late Night TV, and more, plus the hottest rising comedians on the scene.

Past comedians include Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, Stavros Halkias, Chanel Ali, Emma Willman, Ian Fidance, Derek Gaines, Tony Woods, Marcus Monroe, Isabel Hagen, Nathan Macintosh, Jay Jurden, Caitlin Peluffo, Eva Evans, Geoffrey Asmus, Eagle Witt, Gina Brillon, Dan St. Germain, Mike Cannon, Vannessa Jackson, Sergio Chicon, Gianmarco Soresei, Joe DeVito, Brendan Sagalow, Carmen Lagala, Che Durena, Alex Carabaño, LeClerc Andre, Chloe Radcliffe, Aaron Berg and more.

The Grisly Pear Midtown features a full kitchen serving a Mexican-inspired bar menu, including tacos, burgers, and fresh donuts. Additionally the bar has everything from classic beers to our signature cocktail, the Fiery Scotsman. Each show requires a two item minimum purchase in addition to your ticket, or you can skip the show and dine without a ticket in our restaurant area.