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December 2008 Wine Events    
Portofino Celebrates their 8th Anniversary with $8 Menu
When: Dec 01, 2008 (Mon)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
On Monday, December 1, every item on Portofino’s regular menu will be available for $8 per dish, including appetizers, entrées and desserts. The menu items are available for $8 during dinner hours only and this pricing does not apply to to-go orders. No substitutions can be made to these items on December 1. In addition...

Murphy's Wine Tasting- Great Wines for Gift, $20 and under
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 404.872.0904
Email:
 
Where: Murphy's, 30306
 
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wine Shop hosts themed wine tastings where guests may acquaint themselves with new wines and develop their wine knowledge. The fee is $20, and we pour approximately 8 wines. Enjoy dinner with your tasting and receive a $5 credit towards any entree of your choice over $11. Seating is limited, ...

Henriot Champagne Dinner
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: 125
Phone: 4042337120
Email:
 
Where: JOËL Restaurant, 30327
 
JOËL Welcomes Henriot Champagne Chef Cyrille Holota and Sommelier Perrine Prieur teamed up to create an enchanting bubbly evening. The reception will commence at 6:30 pm followed with dinner at 7:00pm. Five-course dinner, paired with exceptional Champagnes. $125 per person excluding tax & gratuity. Please feel free to cont...

Wines of the World - Tempranillo
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $15.00
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Come learn more about the world of wine in a comfortable setting around our community table. Each week our resident wine geek, Iris Kampbell, will focus on one of the best wine making regions or a unique theme and you will get a chance to sample 5 wines from that region or theme along with some artisan cheese to gnosh on. T...

Friends Of The Vine Wines From Around The World Tasting
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 AM
Cost: $15 Members / $20 Non-Members
Phone: 770.781.8988
Email:
 
Where: Sugo Restaurant - Clocktower Place - Roswell, GA, 30075
 
Friends Of The Vine "Around The World" Wine Tasting Please join us for the Friends Of The Vine "Around The World" Wine Tasting Sugo Restaurant Clocktower Place 408 So. Atlanta St. Roswell, GA  30075   Tuesday - December 2, 2008 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.   Cost:  $15 - Members; $20 - Non-Members   Reservations Deadline:  November 25,...

Henriot Champagne
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $125 excluding tax and gratuity
Phone: 404.233.3500
Email:
 
Where: Joel Restaurant, 30327
 
Known as French royalty, the Henriot family has been producing world-class champagnes since the late 1700s. Join JOEL Restaurant in a special holiday celebration with a champagne dinner, on December 2, 2008, featuring Henriot Champagne. This lavish dinner will feature a five-course menu prepared by Chef Cyrille Holota to pa...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December.
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue) to
Dec 05, 2008 (Fri)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

French Wine Tasting @ Grapes and Hops
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $20.00
Phone: 770-965-9145
Email:
 
Where: Grapes and Hops Bar and Bistro, 30542
 
Come join us for a great French Wine Tasting! We will be tasting 7 different wines from Burgundy, to Bordeaux, Sauterne and more! Chef Kris Griffin will be pairing some special appetizers to compliment each wine along with some Artisan cheeses by Publix on Spout Springs RSVP required...

Top 10 Wines Tasting
When: Dec 02, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Phone: 404-324-4100
Email:
 
Where: Whole Foods Market Buckhead, 30305
 
Try our featured Top 10 wines of the season and find out what makes them special. Space is limited. RSVP by December 1st....

Cheese Tasting: Belle Chevre at Tastings
When: Dec 03, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $15 per person
Phone: 404.373.3244
Email:
 
Where: Tastings, A Wine Experience, 30030
 
Since 1989, Belle Chevre has been producing award-winning goat cheese in Alabama. Belle Chevre’s Cranberry Walnut goat cheese is the perfect pair to many wines and the holidays. Sample the evening’s wines and cheese and you will certainly walk away with some new favorites....

Atlanta Wine School > Wines and Cheeses
When: Dec 03, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $50
Phone: 770-668-0435
Email:
 
Where: Atlanta Wine School -- The Wine Room (Next to J's Beverage Depot), 30076
 
Atlanta Wine School > Wines and Cheeses Click here for details on this class. If you want to know more about wine and cheese, and how to pair them successfully, this is the class for you. The class will sample eight (8) wines and eight (8) cheeses, all of them top quality. Discussion will cover the various milks used to m...

Selective Singles Wine Tasting at D'Vine
When: Dec 03, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 770-335-4404
Email:
 
Where: D'Vine Wine Shop, 30338
 
Selective Singles would like to invite you to a delightful Wine Tasting at D’Vine of Dunwoody on Wednesday, December 3rd. This lovely wine bar is a great opportunity for our fabulous group of 40+ singles to get together in a luxuriously classy environment. At this lovely venue you can enjoy the tasting along with delectabl...

Jewels of Spain
When: Dec 03, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: N/A
Phone: 404-225-5105
Email:
 
Where: The Wine Loft Atlanta, 30313
 
Let's discover together the true viticultural Jewels of Spain on Wednesday, Dec. 3rd 2008 at The Wine Loft Downtown Atlanta. Get your taste buds ready for a virtual tour of Rioja, Priorat, Navarra and Calatayud along with a team of trained professionals. The tasting and the valet as usual are complimentary. The dress code i...

Marietta Wine Market- Zins and Blends
When: Dec 03, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: A Donation To Our Selected Charity
Phone: 770-919-1574
Email:
 
Where: Marietta Wine Market, 30064
 
This Wednesday we have selected some new Zinfandels as well as some new red blends for your tasting pleasure.The new wines are from Hauck Cellars, Beringer, Edmeades, Lava Cap and Santa Ema. ...

Half Off Wines on Thursdays at Woodfire Grill
When: Dec 04, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: Half off wines
Phone: 404-347-9055
Email:
 
Where: Woodfire Grill, 30324
 
The entire vast wine list, representing 11 different countries. By the glass, by the bottle. All, half off on Thursday nights in November and December at Woodfire Grill. Woodfire Grill fans know Chef Kevin Gillespie's menu changes with the harvest. Same goes for the wines as Woodfire Grill is constantly bringing in the b...

Six for Sixty at WineStyles Cumberland!
When: Dec 04, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: $6/$5 Wine Club Members
Phone: 770-272-0014
Email:
 
Where: WineStyles of Cumberland in Akers Mill Square, 30339
 
Sample the wonderful wines that are part of our Six for Sixty promotion and take home a variety of wines for your holiday entertaining at incredible savings up to 40%! A free WineStyles wine tote ($5 value) is included with each $60 purchase from this selection!...

Book Lecture with Michael Zenn
When: Dec 04, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Phone: 404-324-4100
Email:
 
Where: Whole Foods Market Buckhead, 30305
 
Meet local author Michael Zenn and learn about his life changing experience that inspired his book The Self Health Revolution. Books will be available for sale. Space is limited. RSVP by December 3rd....

Holiday Open House at WineStyles Cumberland!
When: Dec 05, 2008 (Fri) to
Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free!
Phone: 770-272-0014
Email:
 
Where: WineStyles of Cumberland in Akers Mill Square, 30339
 
Save the date for our Holiday Open House. Enjoy wine, food, door prizes and special sale prices as you shop for all the wine lovers on your list. We have new merchandise arriving daily and have kept quality, affordability and uniqueness in mind in all of our preparations. Call us today to reserve your copies of our Holiday...

6th Annual Breakfast with Santa
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $15 per person and must be purchased in advance at the restaurant
Phone: 404.897.1414
Email:
 
Where: Osteria 832, 30306
 
Bring the entire family to Osteria to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast and visit with Santa himself. After children indulge in their warm pancake breakfast, they can sit in Santa’s lap and have their picture taken while they share their Christmas wish list with him. A photographer will take digital photos for free, but p...

Marlow's Tavern Northlake Holiday Cooking Class
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $40 per person
Phone: 678-987-1197
Email:
 
Where: Marlow's Tavern, 30084
 
Before you hit the stores on Saturday, December 6, think about giving the gift of cooking to yourself and a friend at Marlow's Tavern Northlake's holiday cooking class. First, they’ll give you a chef’s coat. Next thing you know you’ll be chopping and mixing in a hands-on demonstration of holiday dishes. Learn about wine ...

MWM -Wine Spectator Top 100 Tasting
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cost: A Donation To Our Selected Charity
Phone: 770-919-1574
Email:
 
Where: Marietta Wine Market, 30064
 
Wine Spectator Magazine has just released their picks for the top 100 wines for 2008.We have a number of these wines in our shop and they will be available for tasting this Saturday.A sampling of the wines include,Dierberg 2005 Pinot Noir $45.99- Bodegas Muga Rioja 2004 $30.99-Amavi 2005 Cabernet $25.99-St Urbans Hof Riesli...

Non Vintage Port for the Holidays
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $15.00 - Free to Connoisseur members
Phone: 770-641-1900
Email:
 
Where: Hinton's Bin 75 Wine Bar, 30022-6164
 
Port is awfully nice to have available for that after dinner beverage with fruit or nice cheese. Please join us to enjoy Keith Lofton’s selections of quality, affordable NV port that will help your budget during the “recession”. Please call 770-641-1900 to reserve. Special discounts will be available that day on the wines ...

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Gourmet Holiday Dinner
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $80 per person (including tax and gratuity)
Phone: 706-867-9862
Email:
 
Where: Wolf Mountain Vineyards, 30533
 
On Saturday, December 6, Wolf Mountain Vineyards will host a Holiday Gourmet Dinner. Beginning at 7 p.m., the cost is $80 per person, including tax and gratuity, for a six-course dinner paired with wines. Advance reservations are required for all events and can be made by calling 706-867-9862. ...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December
When: Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) to
Dec 10, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

SugarPlum Sundays - Nutcracker Dinner & Show
When: Dec 07, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: $125 per person
Phone: 404.389.0099
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Restaurant, 30308
 
Nutcracker Seating within the First 8 Rows! It's that time of the year, when Tchaikosvsky's ballet comes to life through the talent of the world renown Atlanta Ballet... When Sugar Plum Fairies dance in our heads and we dream of creamy chocolate fondue... For a limited time only, The Melting Pot is offering a 3-course di...

 Kudzu Supper Club Holiday Dinner: The Best of 2008.
When: Dec 07, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Cost: $200
Phone: 4048493569
Email:
 
Where: Secret, 30303
 
Welcome to the Kudzu Supper Club! Secret Location, Numerous Chefs, Cheese Everywhere, BIG Bubbles Reception and Reserve Wines. Taste Network always throws a end of the year gathering for friends and family. We put on greatest moments from 2008 and everyone takes responsible transportation. Seats go fast so Save The Date. I...

Sugar Plum Sundays
When: Dec 07, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $125 - $149
Phone: 404.389.0099
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Midtown, 30308
 
The Melting Pot offers a wine dinner and ticket package for the Atlanta Ballet’s annual showing of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, at the Fox Theater throughout the month of December. Beginning at $125 per person, the package includes a three-course dinner and seating within the first eight rows for the holiday favorite, The...

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Holiday Open House
When: Dec 07, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person
Phone: 706-867-9862
Email:
 
Where: Wolf Mountain Vineyards, 30533
 
On December 7, 14 and 21, patrons may enjoy homemade soup and holiday hors d’eouvre served around the Christmas tree. These events are $20 per person (excluding wine, tax and gratuity), and seating times are 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required for all events and can be made by calling 706-867-9862. ...

Atlanta Wine School > The Wines of Bordeaux
When: Dec 08, 2008 (Mon)
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $50
Phone: 770-668-0435
Email:
 
Where: Atlanta Wine School -- The Wine Room (Next to J's Beverage Depot), 30076
 
Atlanta Wine School > The Wines of Bordeaux Click here for details on this class. Our guest tonight, Michel Atlas of Old World Wines, Inc., has been associated with the best French chefs of both traditional and nouvelle cuisine. As for wine, Michel’s knowledge is stunning; his presentation skills exquisite.This class inclu...

 Silver Oak Wine Dinner
When: Dec 08, 2008 (Mon)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $250 per person
Phone: 678-393-6474
Email:
 
Where: McKendrick's Steak House, 30346
 
Wine lovers who think there is nothing better than Silver Oak Cabernet have an opportunity to combine a fabulous four course dinner at McKendrick's Steak House with wines from Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars. Wines served during the evening include Silver Oak 2004 Alexander Valley Cabernet, Silver Oak 2003 Napa Valley Cabern...

Murphy's Wine Tasting- Big Reds from around the World
When: Dec 09, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 404.872.0904
Email:
 
Where: Murphy's, 30306
 
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wine Shop hosts themed wine tastings where guests may acquaint themselves with new wines and develop their wine knowledge. The fee is $20, and we pour approximately 8 wines. Enjoy dinner with your tasting and receive a $5 credit towards any entree of your choice over $11. Seating is limited, ...

Wines of the World - Beaujolais with guest Ceteka Holder of Whole Foods
When: Dec 09, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $15.00
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Come learn more about the world of wine in a comfortable setting around our community table. Each week our resident wine geek, Iris Kampbell, will focus on one of the best wine making regions or a unique theme and you will get a chance to sample 5 wines from that region or theme along with some artisan cheese to gnosh on. T...

Just Add Wine's Cure for the Holiday Buffet Wine Dinner
When: Dec 09, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $35 plus tax/gratuity
Phone: 404-846-5940
Email:
 
Where: Atlantic Grill, 30363
 
Tired of holiday buffets, fancy hors d’ouerves you can’t identify and mounds of “petite” desserts? Then this wine dinner will rescue you during this festive holiday season! Join us on Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 pm at Atlantic Grill in Atlantic Station. You will enjoy 5 wines paired with four courses of “Real Food.” The me...

Affordable Gift Wines at Tastings
When: Dec 10, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $15 per person
Phone: 404.373.3244
Email:
 
Where: Tastings, A Wine Experience, 30030
 
Affordable holiday gifts are often difficult to come by…until now! Come taste a variety of wines priced $20 or under. We will also have gift baskets and other wine accessories available....

Premier Wine Tasting at Uncorked
When: Dec 10, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $35
Phone: 7702145531
Email:
 
Where: Uncorked Wine Bar/ Plates on the Square, 30117
 
For our premier wine tasting, Uncorked will be serving selected new wines from our extensive wine list. Along with these wines we will be serving fresh bread and light appetizers. Should you come to the tasting and stay for dinner, you wine tasting ticket entitles you to $5 off your meal. Come to Carrollton to experience th...

Marietta Wine Market-The Great Northwest
When: Dec 10, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: A Donation To Our Selected Charity
Phone: 770-919-1574
Email:
 
Where: Marietta Wine Market, 30064
 
The States of Oregon and Washington arecurrently producing some of the countries best Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays at affordable prices.These are two of my favorite wines and I look forward to sharing them with you.Bring your friends and sample some great wines along with a little of my bourbon salmon. ...

Half Off Wine on Thursdays at Woodfire Grill
When: Dec 11, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: Half off wines
Phone: 404-347-9055
Email:
 
Where: Woodfire Grill, 30324
 
The entire vast wine list, representing 11 different countries. By the glass, by the bottle. All, half off on Thursday nights in November and December at Woodfire Grill. Woodfire Grill fans know Chef Kevin Gillespie's menu changes with the harvest. Same goes for the wines as Woodfire Grill is constantly bringing in the b...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December
When: Dec 11, 2008 (Thu) to
Dec 15, 2008 (Mon)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

Cooking with Wine 102: Desserts
When: Dec 12, 2008 (Fri)
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $40.00
Phone: 770-751-8561
Email:
 
Where: Publix Apron's Cooking School, 30022
 
Cooking with Wine 102: Desserts CLASS TYPE / FORMAT / COST - Special Topics / Hands-On / $40 DATE & TIME - Dec 12 / 7:00 p.m. DESCRIPTION - Wine can add depth and flavor to almost any dish, including dessert. This class will teach you several techniques for cooking with wine to make some of the best desserts. MENU - Mars...

Marietta Wine Market-Premium Cabernet Tasting
When: Dec 12, 2008 (Fri)
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: $20.00 per person
Phone: 770-919-1574
Email:
 
Where: Marietta Wine Market, 30064
 
Don't miss our last premium wine tasting of the year. The cost will be $20.00 per person and space is limited.Call us at 770-919-1574 to reserve your space.The following wines will be featured for tasting. Far Niente 2005 Oakvill eCabernet $119.99 Jarvis 2002 Napa Cabernet $83.99 Frias...

Champagne Tasting @ Grapes and Hops
When: Dec 12, 2008 (Fri)
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $20.00
Phone: 770-965-9145
Email:
 
Where: Grapes and Hops Bar and Bistro, 30542
 
Come join us for a fantastic evening of Champagne and Sparkling Wine tasting! We will be tasting 6 different Champagnes or Sparkling Wines. You can come learn the differences along with Rose, Brut, Extra Dry and more! Chef Kris Griffin will be preparing some great appetizers to be perfectly paired with each tasting. Arti...

Way to Shop! Tour
When: Dec 12, 2008 (Fri)
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Phone: 404-324-4100
Email:
 
Where: Whole Foods Market Buckhead, 30305
 
You don’t have to sacrifice quality to shop on a budget at Whole Foods Market. Take a guided tour of all the great shopping values and find out more about what makes us different from other grocery stores. We’ll have plenty of samples and everyone that attends will receive a goodie bag of our 365 Everyday Value products. ...

Westside Winter Festival
When: Dec 13, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Phone: (404) 872-7538 x3
Email:
 
Where: The Westside Provisions District, 30318
 
Westside Urban Market and White Provision Company, collectively known as The Westside Provisions District will host the first annual Westside Winter Festival. Enjoy tasty nibbles, yummy beverages, treats and more from WSPD restaurants Bacchanalia, JCT Kitchen, Taqueria del Sol and Pasta Figo. Carolers and festive holiday li...

6th Annual Breakfast with Santa
When: Dec 13, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: $15 per person and must be purchased in advance at the restaurant
Phone: 404.688.4238
Email:
 
Where: Stella Neighborhood Trattoria, 30312
 
Bring the entire family to Stella to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast and visit with Santa himself. After children indulge in their warm pancake breakfast, they can sit in Santa’s lap and have their picture taken while they share their Christmas wish list with him. A photographer will take digital photos for free, but pa...

Marietta Wine Market-Hannah Nicole Winery
When: Dec 13, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Cost: A Donation to Our Selected Charity
Phone: 770-919-1574
Email:
 
Where: Marietta Wine Market, 30064
 
Neil and Glenda Cohn opened their winery in Contra Costa County near the city of Brentwood Ca. in 1990. The winery is named for their daughter, Hannah Nicole.The Cohns grow primarily Bordeaux and Rhone style grapes and use them to create some unique blends that are easy to drink and easy on the wallet. We are perhaps the f...

Champagnes and Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
When: Dec 13, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $15.00 - Free to Connoisseur members
Phone: 770-641-1900
Email:
 
Where: Hinton's Bin 75 Wine Bar, 30022-6164
 
This is one of our most popular annual events. We always look forward to Chris Hinton’s selections of champagnes and sparkling wines, and hope that many of our customers will be able to enjoy them with us. Bin 75 Wine Bar available 3:00-11:00. Please call 770-641-1900 to reserve. Special discounts will be available that ...

SugarPlum Sundays - Nutcracker Dinner & Show
When: Dec 14, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: $125
Phone:
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Restaurant, 30308
 
Nutcracker Seating within the First 8 Rows! It's that time of the year, when Tchaikosvsky's ballet comes to life through the talent of the world renown Atlanta Ballet... When Sugar Plum Fairies dance in our heads and we dream of creamy chocolate fondue... For a limited time only, The Melting Pot is offering a 3-course di...

5th Annual Frank Ski Celebrity Wine Tasting & Live Auction
When: Dec 14, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $250
Phone: 404.577.8686
Email:
 
Where: Frank Ski's Atlanta Estate, 30303
 
Indulge in the Frank Ski Celebrity Wine Tasting & Live Auction benefiting radio star Frank Ski (of V103-FM’s) Frank Ski Kids Foundation, December 14. This exclusive soiree boasts of a live auction where attendees, wine connoisseurs and wine lovers alike, have the chance to bid on rare bottles of wine and other items, inclu...

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Holiday Open House
When: Dec 14, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person
Phone: 706-867-9862
Email:
 
Where: Wolf Mountain Vineyards, 30533
 
On December 7, 14 and 21, patrons may enjoy homemade soup and holiday hors d’eouvre served around the Christmas tree. These events are $20 per person (excluding wine, tax and gratuity), and seating times are 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required for all events and can be made by calling 706-867-9862. ...

Hanukkah -v -Christmas (Four Chefs Six Course Shmaltz -v -Terrapin Beer Dinner)
When: Dec 15, 2008 (Mon)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $60 per person plus tax and gratuity
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Todd ‘Meshugana’ Mussman and Chef TBD (working on getting Jerry Klaskala) versus Ryan ‘Goy Boy’ Hidinger and Chef Chris Hall from Fourth & Swift An epic battle has been staged between these four chefs and two great breweries. Each team will be cooking three courses paired with their respective brewery: Team ‘Meshugana Mus...

Murphy's Wine Tasting- Sonoma
When: Dec 16, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 404.872.0904
Email:
 
Where: Murphy's, 30306
 
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wine Shop hosts themed wine tastings where guests may acquaint themselves with new wines and develop their wine knowledge. The fee is $20, and we pour approximately 8 wines. Enjoy dinner with your tasting and receive a $5 credit towards any entree of your choice over $11. Seating is limited, ...

Wines of the World - Favorite Producers
When: Dec 16, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $15.00
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Come learn more about the world of wine in a comfortable setting around our community table. Each week our resident wine geek, Iris Kampbell, will focus on one of the best wine making regions or a unique theme and you will get a chance to sample 5 wines from that region or theme along with some artisan cheese to gnosh on. T...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December
When: Dec 16, 2008 (Tue) to
Dec 20, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

Sparkling Champagnes Under $20 Tasting
When: Dec 16, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Phone: 404-324-4100
Email:
 
Where: Whole Foods Market Buckhead, 30305
 
Toast to a new year without breaking the budget. Space is limited. RSVP by December 15th....

Sparkling Wines of the Southern Hemisphere at City Grill
When: Dec 17, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $25.00
Phone: 404.524.2489
Email:
 
Where: City Grill Restaurant, 30303
 
Southern Hemisphere Wine Tasting : December is Sparkling Wines. The tasting is $25.00 all inclusive with light hors d'oeuvres and $75.00 all inclusive for the tasting and dinner. Call for reservations....

A Sparkling Evening at Tastings
When: Dec 17, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $15 per person
Phone: 404.373.3244
Email:
 
Where: Tastings, A Wine Experience, 30030
 
Bid adieu to 2008 with a selection of Champagne and Sparkling wines. We will be featuring Champagne and Sparklers to fit every palate and budget. From Italian Proseccos to French Brut Champagne, you won’t be disappointed. This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorite Champagnes and Sparklers for the New Year!...

Bubbles Around the World
When: Dec 17, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $25 plus tax and tip
Phone: 404-846-5940
Email:
 
Where: Mosaic, 30305
 
Most of us are very familiar with the great sparkling wine from Champagne, France, but did you know that many other areas of the world also produce sparkling wine using that traditional method? And can you tell the difference in the sparkling wines using the Charmat method of production? Join us on Wednesday, December 17, ...

Half Off Wine on Thursdays at Woodfire Grill
When: Dec 18, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: Half off wines
Phone: 404-347-9055
Email:
 
Where: Woodfire Grill, 30324
 
The entire vast wine list, representing 11 different countries. By the glass, by the bottle. All, half off on Thursday nights in November and December at Woodfire Grill. Woodfire Grill fans know Chef Kevin Gillespie's menu changes with the harvest. Same goes for the wines as Woodfire Grill is constantly bringing in the b...

The Essentials Tour
When: Dec 18, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Phone: 404-324-4100
Email:
 
Where: Whole Foods Market Buckhead, 30305
 
Do you know how to properly stock your pantry and freezer or just plain grocery shop? The Essentials Tour will show you how to make the most of every grocery shopping trip. We’ll have plenty of samples and everyone that attends will receive a goodie bag of our 365 Everyday Value products. Space is limited. Sign up at Cu...

Wines for Christmas
When: Dec 20, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $15.00 - Free to Connoisseur members
Phone: 770-641-1900
Email:
 
Where: Hinton's Bin 75 Wine Bar, 30022-6164
 
Please join us to enjoy Drew’s selections of wines for Christmas. Bin 75 Wine Bar available 3:00-11:00 pm. Please call 770-641-1900 to reserve. Special discounts will be available that day on the wines being tasted. ...

SugarPlum Sundays - Nutcracker Dinner & Show
When: Dec 21, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: $125
Phone:
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Restaurant, 30308
 
Nutcracker Seating within the First 8 Rows! It's that time of the year, when Tchaikosvsky's ballet comes to life through the talent of the world renown Atlanta Ballet... When Sugar Plum Fairies dance in our heads and we dream of creamy chocolate fondue... For a limited time only, The Melting Pot is offering a 3-course di...

Morton's the Steakhouse Celebrates their 30th Birthday with Free Cheeseburgers
When: Dec 21, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Phone: 404-577-4366
Email:
 
Where: Morton's the Steakhouse, 30308
 
On December 21st, all 80 locations of Mortons the Steakhouse will be celebrating their 30th birthday! All locations are serving free mini-cheeseburgers in the bar from 5-6 p.m. There are two Atlanta locations: Downtown: SunTrust Plaza Bldg., 303 Peachtree Center Avenue Atlanta, GA 30308, Phone: 404-577-4366 Buckhead: Peac...

Wolf Mountain Vineyards Holiday Open House
When: Dec 21, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person
Phone: 706-867-9862
Email:
 
Where: Wolf Mountain Vineyards, 30533
 
On December 7, 14 and 21, patrons may enjoy homemade soup and holiday hors d’eouvre served around the Christmas tree. These events are $20 per person (excluding wine, tax and gratuity), and seating times are 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required for all events and can be made by calling 706-867-9862. ...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December
When: Dec 21, 2008 (Sun) to
Dec 24, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

Murphy's Wine Tasting- Georgia Wineries
When: Dec 23, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 404.872.0904
Email:
 
Where: Murphy's, 30306
 
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wine Shop hosts themed wine tastings where guests may acquaint themselves with new wines and develop their wine knowledge. The fee is $20, and we pour approximately 8 wines. Enjoy dinner with your tasting and receive a $5 credit towards any entree of your choice over $11. Seating is limited, ...

Wines of the World - Wines for the Holidays
When: Dec 23, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $15.00
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Come learn more about the world of wine in a comfortable setting around our community table. Each week our resident wine geek, Iris Kampbell, will focus on one of the best wine making regions or a unique theme and you will get a chance to sample 5 wines from that region or theme along with some artisan cheese to gnosh on. T...

Wines of the World - Bubbles
When: Dec 23, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $15.00
Phone: 770-434-1114
Email:
 
Where: Muss & Turner's, 30080
 
Come learn more about the world of wine in a comfortable setting around our community table. Each week our resident wine geek, Iris Kampbell, will focus on one of the best wine making regions or a unique theme and you will get a chance to sample 5 wines from that region or theme along with some artisan cheese to gnosh on. T...

Christmas Buffet at Lobby at Twelve
When: Dec 25, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $49 for adults, $17 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 5.
Phone: 404.961.7370
Email:
 
Where: Lobby at TWELVE, 30363
 
Whether gathering with your family and friends from afar or just around the corner, Lobby invites you all to spend Christmas with us. The restaurant will be serving a spectacular buffet featuring delicious holiday specials from 11 am to 9 pm on Christmas Day. The buffet will feature a carving station, trimmings, salad stat...

Spend Christmas at Room
When: Dec 25, 2008 (Thu)
Time: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $44 for adults, $17 for children
Phone: 404.418.1250
Email:
 
Where: Room at TWELVE, 30308
 
Spend Christmas with us and let Room do the cooking this holiday season! Join us for a delicious buffet featuring delicious holiday specials on Christmas Day. Buffet will feature entrees, trimmings, a salad station, a seafood station, sushi, children’s food, and assorted deserts. Call Room at 404.418.1250 to make a reservat...

Portofino's Special $8 Menu for the Month of December
When: Dec 26, 2008 (Fri) to
Dec 31, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $8 menu
Phone: 404-231-1136
Email:
 
Where: Portofino Restaurant, 30305
 
Portofino will offer a special $8 menu for the entire month of December. Items on the month-long $8 menu include short rib bruschetta; gnochiette with Merguez sausage; duck confit with marinated grilled radicchio and currant butter; four cheese and walnut ravioli; date and pecan salad with gorgonzola and blue cheese dressi...

Exploring Italian Food and Wine
When: Dec 27, 2008 (Sat)
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $50.00
Phone: 770-751-8561
Email:
 
Where: Publix Apron's Cooking School, 30022
 
Exploring Italian Food and Wine CLASS TYPE / FORMAT / COST - Special Topics / Demonstration / $50 DATE & TIME - Dec 27 / 7:00 p.m. DESCRIPTION - Come join us as we explore America’s favorite regional food obsession. We will explore the cheese and cuisine of Italy while learning how to pair it with wines of the region. ME...

SugarPlum Sundays - Nutcracker Dinner & Show
When: Dec 28, 2008 (Sun)
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: $125
Phone:
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Restaurant, 30308
 
Nutcracker Seating within the First 8 Rows! It's that time of the year, when Tchaikosvsky's ballet comes to life through the talent of the world renown Atlanta Ballet... When Sugar Plum Fairies dance in our heads and we dream of creamy chocolate fondue... For a limited time only, The Melting Pot is offering a 3-course di...

Murphy's Wine Tasting-Organic and Biodynamic Wines
When: Dec 30, 2008 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $20
Phone: 404.872.0904
Email:
 
Where: Murphy's, 30306
 
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Wine Shop hosts themed wine tastings where guests may acquaint themselves with new wines and develop their wine knowledge. The fee is $20, and we pour approximately 8 wines. Enjoy dinner with your tasting and receive a $5 credit towards any entree of your choice over $11. Seating is limited, ...

Romantic New Years Eve in the North Georgia Mountains - Beechwood Inn
When: Dec 31, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Cost: The package cost is $549.00 per couple, plus tax and gratuity, and includes dinner, wine, luxury lodging, music and breakfast for two.
Phone: (866) 782-2485 or (706) 782-5485
Email:
 
Where: Beechwood Inn Bed and Breakfast, 30525
 
The Romantic Beechwood Inn is located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains and is on the Scenic Georgia Wine Highway The Beechwood Inn is Georgia's Premier Wine Country Inn and offers luxury lodging in a rustic mountain setting. The Inn is nestled among 100 year-old terraced gardens overlooking Black Rock Mountain. It ...

The Melting Pot offers a Champagne Inspired Dinner to Ring in the New Year in Style
When: Dec 31, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost: $75 - $99
Phone: 404.389.0099
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Midtown, 30308
 
The Melting Pot offers a New Year’s Eve dinner to remember. The evening will feature a decadent multi-course dinner, each course featuring an element of Champagne. Beginning at $75 per person, the dinner includes five amazing courses, and for an additional $24, enhance the experience with hand-selected wines to complement ...

The Melting Pot offers a Champagne Inspired Dinner to Ring in the New Year in Style
When: Dec 31, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost: $75 - $99
Phone: 404.389.0099
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot, Kennesaw, 30144
 
The Melting Pot offers a New Year’s Eve dinner to remember. The evening will feature a decadent multi-course dinner, each course featuring an element of Champagne. Beginning at $75 per person, the dinner includes five amazing courses, and for an additional $24, enhance the experience with hand-selected wines to complement ...

The Melting Pot offers a Champagne Inspired Dinner to Ring in the New Year in Style
When: Dec 31, 2008 (Wed)
Time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost: $75 - $99
Phone: 770.623.1290
Email:
 
Where: The Melting Pot Duluth, 30095
 
The Melting Pot offers a New Year’s Eve dinner to remember. The evening will feature a decadent multi-course dinner, each course featuring an element of Champagne. Beginning at $75 per person, the dinner includes five amazing courses, and for an additional $24, enhance the experience with hand-selected wines to complement ...