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| Kids Eat Brunch Free - 1st Saturday EVERY Month |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:30 AM - 12:00 AM | | Cost: | Wonderful Menu Specials for the whole family including the veggie | | Phone: | 312.588.0230 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Weather Mark Tavern, 60605 |
| | The tavern menu by head Chef Jake features American Bistro cuisine with a south western ascent not commonly found at a tavern restaurant. The restaurant is veggie friendly and has a great kids menu too. Stay late and take advantage Select Rum Specials, with the tavern featuring over 40 different in-house rums. Dinner is ser...
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| French cooking lesson: pain perdu |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | | Cost: | $75 for members, $85 for non members | | Phone: | (312) 337-1070 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Alliance Française de Chicago, 60610 |
| | The French don't throw out day-old bread. They add milk, eggs, whatever else is at hand, and call it Pain Perdu. Come and help prepared these easy and inventive dishes : beer and cheese gratin, pain perdu with bay scallops and Cilantro, flamed caramel banana pain perdu, and, of course, french toast....
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| Isles of Italy |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | $7.00 credited with same day purchase | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Expressions, 60532 |
| | Come join us as we taste some special wines the Isles of Italy have to offer....
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| 90pts & Up Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 (tasting glass will be provided) | | Phone: | 630-325-6550 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | SavWay Fine Wines - Oak Brook, 60521 |
| | 20 Wines, All 90pts and Above!
If it's ain't broke, don't fix it. We're again doing our very popular 90pt Wine Tasting, a showcase of wines rated 90pts or above per known wine authorities (we might have a few 89-pointers...that's close enough, right?). Wines covering a full range of price points from around the world.
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| Taste The Night Away |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM | | Cost: | $40/person | | Phone: | 847-640-8515 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Rolling Green Country Club, 60004 |
| | Join more than 350 guests at one of the most exciting wine tasting events Chicago has to offer on SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2008, 7:00 PM, at Rolling Green Country Club in Arlington Heights, 2525 E. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. (Business Attire required, no Jeans).
Cost to attend is only $40/person, and guests will enj...
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| Sal's Annual Italian Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $5.00 for Bacchus Wine Club members, $10.00 for non-members at the door | | Phone: | 630-833-9800 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sal's Beverage World |
| | Every store should hang its hat on some specialty. At Sal's Beverage World it's Italian wines. This small country makes more wine than any other country in the world, and the diversity is unrivaled. Already having many unique Italian wine selections, we promise to introduce a number of brand new selections at this tastin...
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| Cork and Canvas Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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Saturday,
March 1, 2008
1pm to 4pm
Free Wine Tasting
1998 Tamayo “Late Disgorged” Brut
Los Carneros
2005 Coopers Creek Pinot Noir
Marlborough , New Zealand
2005 Ridge “Pagani Ranch” Zinfandel
Sonoma Valley
2000 Château Haut Vigneau
Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux
2004 Domaine Zédé
Margaux, Bordeaux
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| Just Grapes' Fusebox Wine Blending Seminar |
| When: | Mar 03, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $55 ($50 will be applied towards the purchase of a Fusebox Blending Kit) | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Join guest speaker Patrick Hurley, Vice President of Marketing for Cruspad Winery, for an interactive wine-blending seminar and the Chicago premiere of the Fusebox Wine Blending Kits which are available exclusively at Just Grapes. As the popularity of wine increases steadily, so does the zest for experimentation and knowled...
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| Exposure Toasted Head Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 03, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 (includes tax and gratuity) | | Phone: | 312-662-1082 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Exposure Tapas Supper Club, 60605 |
| | Enjoy a delectable pairing of fine wines with fabulous foods.
Guest speaker, Barry L. Bergman will discuss the vintages.
Our chef will discuss the food. You will simply enjoy....
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| Exposure Tapas Restaurant Hosts' Toasted Head Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 03, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $75.00 includes Tax and Gratuity | | Phone: | 312-662-1082 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Exposure Tapas Restaurant, 60605 |
| | Enjoy a delectable pairing of fine wines with fabulous foods. Our wine expert will discuss the vintages. Our Chef will discuss the food. You will simply enjoy!
Guest Speaker: Toasted Head General Manager Barry L. Bergman
6:45 Reception-7:00 Dinner
First
Jumbo Lump Crab & Avocado Cocktail
2005 Toasted Head Viognier
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| School of Lush: A Tutorial in Bubbly |
| When: | Mar 03, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $30 for one session/$50 for two sessions | | Phone: | 773.281.8888 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits, 60618 |
| | MONDAY, March 3rd
7-8pm Session One: Sparkling Wine
8:30-9pm Session Two: Champagne
ROSCOE VILLAGE LUSH
2232 West Roscoe
773.281.8888
A TUTORIAL in BUBBLY: Champagne and Sparkling Wine
Sparkle, sparkle little wine. How we wonder how you got all those tiny little delicious bubbles and such a dazzling personality.LUSH is ...
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| Saloon Steakhouse and Grgich Hills Organic Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 04, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $85 | | Phone: | 312-280-5454 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Saloon Steakhouse, 60611 |
| | Join us in our Wine Room for five courses of environmentally friendly food paired with Biodynamic wines from Grgich Hills Winery.
This dinner will be open to a limited number of guests so book your reservation early!
For more information contact Wylie Shaffer....
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| Gilles Arzur, Executive Chef at Café des Architectes, Sofitel Hotel Cooking demonstration and dinner |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | AF members $55, General Public $65 | | Phone: | (312) 337-1070 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Alliance Française de Chicago, 60610 |
| | Gilles Arzur, a native of Brittany, France, brings over 24 years of experience to his job. He attended school for pastry and baking in Paris and was trained by such renowned chefs as Paul Bocuse and Pierre Portier, Meilleur Ouvrier de France. He has served as Executive Chef at the Sofitel in Montréal, Los Angeles, San Franc...
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| Tessa's Rodney Strong Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $80 plus tax and gratutity | | Phone: | 630-357-9200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tessa's, 60540 |
| | Tessa’s Rodney Strong Wine Dinner
Please join us on Wednesday, March 5th for an exceptional evening of excellent food and wine.
Chef Jamie W. Heiss has specially designed the menu to pair with select Rodney Strong wines.
Reception starts at 6:30
$80 plus tax and gratuity
Reception
Salmon Roe and Cucumber Canape with Dill Cr...
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| Just Grapes' Aromatic White Wine Spring Tasting |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $25 for Savvy Sipper members, $35 for non-members | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Winter is on its way out the door and Spring is just around the corner. It’s time to shed the winter blues and put the “spring” back in your step with Just Grapes’ First Wednesday wine tasting. The tasting will feature aromatic white wines like Pinot Noir, Gamay and many others to put you in the springtime mood. ...
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| The Other Pinot's... |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | 1630-627-6666 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | D.O.C. Wine Bar Lombard, 60148 |
| | A fun look into all of the "other" Pinot varietals such as: Pinot Gris, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Meunier, & Pinot Blanc....
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| Dogfish Head Ales and Cheese Pairings at Treasure Island Foods |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $20.00 | | Phone: | 773.880.8880 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Treasure Island Foods, 60614 |
| | Treasue Island Foods is pleased to announce a special tasting featuring the fabulous ales of Dogfish Head and cheeses from our reknowned selection. Dogfish Head makes some of the most unique and sought- after ales in the country. If you've never thought of beer going well with cheese, tonight will be a revelation. Dogfis...
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| Gourmet Cheeses Paired with Dogfish Head Ales |
| When: | Mar 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $20.00 | | Phone: | 773-880-8880 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Treasure Island Foods, 60614 |
| | In the same way that regionality, freshness, quality of ingredients and quality of process play an important role in determining the character and distinction of a beer, so it goes with cheese. This tasting presents eight fabulous ales of Dogfish Head paired with cheeses from Treasure Island's reknowned selection. Dogfish...
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| Grapes in the Gold Coast - Chicago Wine Club |
| When: | Mar 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 Advance on-line (credit cards) $50 door, cash only | | Phone: | 773 687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Jilly's, 60611 |
| | Wines and Micro Brews in The Gold Coast
All invited to the infamous Jilly's in the Gold Coast for a great night of 25+ wines and unique organic brews.
Light appetizers and a great roaming tasting will bring this atmosphere a live as you learn from experts in the field of wines and beers. Your I.Q. will be increased in this ...
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| Malloys Finest Dinner with the Winemaker of Maison Champy |
| When: | Mar 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $99.00 per person tax & gratuity included | | Phone: | 630-271-0707 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Hilton Lisle/Naperville, 60532 |
| | Malloy’s Finest Wine & Spirits is extremely proud to host a gourmet wine dinner with Dimitri Bazas of Maison Champy at the Hilton Lisle at 7:00pm.
With an almost 300 year history, Maison Champy is the oldest negociant in France’s Burgundy region. Under the direction of Dimitri Bazas, the Maison Champy has regained its right...
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| South Loop Wine Cellar - French Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312-356-0630 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | South Loop Wine Cellar, 60605 |
| | Please join us at the South Loop Wine Cellar to enjoy a select group of wines from the various regions of France....
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| Intro to Wine: Part I of a III Part Educational Series |
| When: | Mar 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Your presence is enough. | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | We'll discuss:
-How to read a wine label.
-How to taste wine.
-Differences between old and new world wines.
-Major wine countries.
This is your opportunity to demystify wine and learn the major grapes, world wine regions and taste your way to greater understanding. Afterwards you’ll never look at a wine menu with trepidati...
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| Red Eye Picks us - Best Bet Wine Tasting for Thursday |
| When: | Mar 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 advance on-line / $50 door, cash only | | Phone: | 773-687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Jilly's Too, 60657 |
| | Taste 25 plus wines, vodka inspired by grapes, organic beers and mingle!
Of course appetizers will be provided and a wine diary to keep track of the wines and to score your tastings.
Last year this event sold out so don't delay to buy your ticket on-line. The advance sales for $40 end at 4:30 pm, Thursday, March 6th....
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| Cocktail Night |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 630.705.9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits - Downers Grove, 60515 |
| | Come find out how to whip up your favorite mixed drinks and learn about the spirits and add-ons that go into them. Sure, you'll be able to taste them - that's what all that rattling ice is about.
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W30-45/M35-50 |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 877 TASTY NET | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Le Lan, 60610 |
| | Explore different restaurants each month while getting to know other singles in the age group of your choice . . . so even if there's no love connection you'll still have a wonderful time. You'll order off the menu and receive separate checks for your purchases. Our website allows you to view the profiles of those registe...
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 Neyers Vineyards Tasting at The Bottle Shop |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 per person | | Phone: | 847-256-7777 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Bottle Shop - Wilmette, 60091 |
| | Neyers Vineyards Tasting: A sit-down tasting of 10 current and new releases from California's Neyers Vineyards, including his prized single-vineyard Chardonnays, Syrahs, Zinfandels, Merlots, and Cabernets which are made by Ehren Jordan of Turley Cellars. $35. 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 29th. The Bottle Shop, 1138 Central Ave., Wil...
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| New Zealand Wines |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | $7.00 credited with same day purchase | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Expressions, 60532 |
| | Come join us as we taste some wines from the New Zealand area that are sure to please your palate....
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| Wine Extravaganza! Italian, Argentinian+ Spainish Wine |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Zero Euro!! | | Phone: | 815-941-1006 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Montage Spirits & Gifts, 60450 |
| | EXTRAVAGANZA!! Explore Italy, Argentina and Spain with the finest of wines and food. Different regions of the countries will be featured. Hosted by our representative from Winebow Imports. With entertaining live music, this event is not to be missed!!! Call for more info!!...
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| Arancio Yoga & Wine |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $45.00 | | Phone: | 847-772-9642 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Total Body Yoga, 60060 |
| | Join Arancio wines and David Romanelli for Yoga & Wine at Total Body Yoga in Mundelein. Discover the emerging wine region of Sicily through this unique wine tasting experience. Enjoy a relaxing vinyasa flow yoga class followed by a guided tasting of native Sicilian wines from Arancio. Assorted antipasti will also be prov...
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| Sake Tasting |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | 0 | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | Join us this friday for a Sake tasting featuring -Hakutsuru draft sake _______and_________ -Sayuri sake---"Sayuri means a little lily in Japanese and contains strong connotations of delicacy, innocence and chastity. Sayuri sake, produced by Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd., lives up to the delicacy evoked by its name with s...
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| Graham Beck South African wine tasting |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312-527-5810 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Artisan Cellar, 60654 |
| | This Friday we'll be tasting out a new label from South Africa-new to Chicago, that is. Graham Beck winery was established in South Africa in 1983. It's been in Chicago before but nobody really had a chance to try it. They have a classic style and structure, yet they have fresh modern fruit. There is none of the funky, eart...
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| Chile & Argentina Tasting at Randall & Vine |
| When: | Mar 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-854-3703 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Randall & Vine Wine Shoppe, 60102 |
| | Chile & Argentina are no longer just the new wine regions that are an interesting interlude between wines from California. They are here to stay. They are still some of the best values out there, and they have retained the distinct character. Stop by the shoppe to taste some great wines from these regions....
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| Spring Fling Wine Tasting (40 Wines) |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 ($3 reimbursed with the purchase of a wine in the tasting) | | Phone: | 630-232-7707 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | SavWay Fine Wines - Geneva, 60132 |
| | Celebrate the arrival of Spring (and some above freezing weather) with a tasting featuring wines at all price points. We'll take you around the world without breaking the bank, helping you prepare for upcoming holiday weekend. Lots to taste, all at special prices!
Come see what's new at SavWay as well as rediscover some old...
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| Discover Beers with an Irish Accent |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE!! | | Phone: | 847-359-0400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Dobby's World Wide Wine & Liquors, 60067 |
| | That's the beers' accent, not yours. You needn't put us on with your best brogue to get a taste of some wonderful brews. The Irish have a knack for brewing. Their beers are among the most distinctive in the world. But we'll have more than just Irish ales and stouts to tickle your palate. Join us from noon until 5:00 p.m....
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| Mainstreet Spring Wine Tasting Extravaganza |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | No charge for members/ $ 20.00 for non-members | | Phone: | 708-354-0355 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | William Tell Holiday Inn, 60525 |
| | Join us for our New 2008 Spring Wine Tasting Extravaganza where we will be offering over 350 wines paired with some of the finest restaurants and catering companies in the western suburbs. All wines will be poured in the new Scott Zwiesel Forte titanium reinforced stemware. Large format wines will be raffled throughout the ...
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W40-55/M45-60 |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 877 TASTY NET | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Le Lan, 60610 |
| | Explore different restaurants each month while getting to know other singles in the age group of your choice . . . so even if there's no love connection you'll still have a wonderful time. You'll order off the menu and receive separate checks for your purchases. Our website allows you to view the profiles of those registe...
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| Small Batch Napa: Hill Family Estate at The Bottle Shop |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 per person | | Phone: | 847-256-7777 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Bottle Shop - Wilmette, 60091 |
| | Napa Valley wine grower and vintner Ryan Hill, whose clients include Duckhorn, Silver Oak, Pahlmeyer, Delectus, Cakebread, and Stag's Leap Wine Cellar, leads a tasting of Hill Family Estate's exquisite small-batch Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Bordeaux-style blends from vineyard sites in Oak Knoll,...
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| Bordeaux/Burgundy Tasting & Sale - Sat, Mar 8th 12-4pm |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
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Bordeaux/Burgundy
Tasting & Sale Taste the most talked about French vintage ever!Sat, Mar 8th 12-4pm
Taste over 40 French Wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy (fun and elegant reds and whites,
and even a few dessert wines!)Sample a fun selection of French cheesesDiscounts up to 15%GREAT PRICES!... and there's no fee for tas...
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| New Zealand Wines |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | $7.00 credited with same day purchase | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Expressions, 60532 |
| | Come join us as we taste some wines from the New Zealand area that are sure to please your palate....
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| Wine Tasting @ Grand Cru Wine Merchants |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-392-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Grand Cru Wine Merchants, 60004 |
| | Join us for our next free in store wine tasting. We will be pouring a wide selection of ines from around the world. No reservations required. For more details please give us a call at 847-392-9463. To learn about up-coming events and new arrivals sign up for our free e-newsletter at www.gcwines.net. ...
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| Cork and Canvas, Wine & Art Gallery - Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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Saturday,
March 8, 2008
1pm to 4pm
Free Wine Tasting
2004 Poacher’s Ridge RieslingGreat Southern, Western Australia2004 Carlei “Tre Bianchi”Victoria, Australia2005 Carlei “Tre Rossi”Victoria, Australia2004 Turner’s Crossing Cabernet SauvignonCentral Victoria, Australia
2004 Amani “i am 1”Stellenbosch, South Africa
2005 Ri...
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| Spring Forward - Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | We're ready for spring and so is the wine industry. Come try the latest releases to get you in the spring mood....
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| Galleria Liqueurs on Southport--Free Saturday Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | FREE! | | Phone: | 773.857.6200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Galleria Liqueurs on Southport, 60657 |
| | Come and join us at Galleria Liqueurs on Southport for our weekly Saturday Wine tasting. This week, our very own wine buyer, Anthony Daily will be conducting a tasting of some of his favorite wines. Highlights include the Iron Horse Unoaked Chardonnay, Mount St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon, Spinetti Langhe Nebbiolo and much...
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| Fox Valley Winery Wine Dinner at Isabella's Estiatorio! |
| When: | Mar 09, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $70 per person/excludes tax & gratuity | | Phone: | 630-845-8624 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Isabella's Estiatorio, 60134 |
| | Join Isabella's Estiatorio and The Fox Valley Winery for an evening of great wine and food prepared by executive chef Sean Eastwood:
-The Menu-
Jonah Crab Cake
Grapefruit & Avocado Salad, Greengoddess Sauce
Traminette ‘06
House Smoked King Salmon “Escabèche”
Warm Fingerling Potato Ragoût, Pickled Winter Vegetables
Chardone...
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| Just Grapes Global Grapes Series: Pinot Noir |
| When: | Mar 10, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 for tasting/$175 for 6 part series | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Taste and learn about Pinot Noir with the first of six segments that are part of Just Grapes’ Global Grapes Series. Since it’s star debut in the movie Sideways in 2004, Pinot Noir has become our most popular grape type sold at Just Grapes. This grape is commonly bursting with red fruit flavors with integrated spices, ligh...
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| Easter Cooking Class and Lunch with Chef Paul Virant at Vie |
| When: | Mar 10, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | | Cost: | $115/person. | | Phone: | 708.246.2082 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vie Restaurant, 60558 |
| | Cooking Classes with Executive Chef Paul Virant
Join Chef Virant at Vie for a hands on cooking class with a lot of personal interaction with the chef. A luncheon menu will be prepared during the session and each class will conclude with the menu being served with wine pairings specifically chosen by the chef. Chef Virant ...
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| School of LUSH: Cabernet Cage Fight |
| When: | Mar 10, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 | | Phone: | 312-738-1900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits, 60607 |
| | MONDAY, March 10th
7:30-9pm
University Village LUSH
1306 South Halsted
312.738.1900
CABERNET CAGE FIGHT: Down and Dirty International Cabernet
Cabernet Sauvignon is your old friend, the steady standby that is always ready to please at a moment's notice from the cellar or from your trusty bottle shop. Cabernet is the pr...
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| Tuscan Wine Tasting at 312 |
| When: | Mar 10, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $35 | | Phone: | 708.383.7543 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | 312 Chicago, 60602 |
| | ChicaGourmets! & Dalla Terra Winery Direct, invite you to a Tuscan wine tasting featuring Guido Stucchi Prinetti of Badia a Coltibuono at 312 Chicago, 136 N. La Salle St., on Monday, March 10th 5-7 P.M. Badia a Coltibuono (which means Abbey of the Good Culture), dates from the middle of the eleventh century. In 1051 the mo...
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| Irish Grand Tasting Night |
| When: | Mar 11, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 847.433.9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits - Highland Park, 60035 |
| | Our March grand tasting will celebrate all things Irish along with beers from across the world to get your ready for game time. Call 847.433.9463 today to reserve your spot!
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| Wine & Cheese Seminar - Tues, Mar 11th 7-8:30pm |
| When: | Mar 11, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $20 - Can be applied to a $35 or more purchase that evening | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
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Wine and Cheese SeminarIt's the perfect match, anytime...Tues, Mar 11th 7-8:30pmReservations Required
Discover everything you need to create a greatcheese plate everyone will love!
Learn about different types of cheeses, and how to best pair them with wine
Taste a number of fun wines and cheeses...
$20/person ...
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| Otago Pinot Noir & Biodynamics - a tasting and discussion with Nick Mills (Rippon) |
| When: | Mar 11, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 773.868.0608 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Webster Wine Bar, 60614 |
| | Please join us at Webster Wine Bar on Tuesday 11 March as we welcome Nick Mills, artisan winegrower (Rippon Vineyards, New Zealand), to Chicago!
He'll lead a clear discussion on biodynamics - explaining its methods and resolving its mystery - as we taste a vertical of Rippon Pinot Noir (2003, 2004, 2005) beside a handful ...
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| Beers of Duvel - Craft / Belgian Beer Dinner |
| When: | Mar 12, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $55.00 per guest; plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | (312) 829-6300 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Paramount Room, 60610 |
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Paramount Room, Chicago's new food & drink nightspot, is proud to announce the first in a series of beer and spirits dinners and tastings on Wednesday, March 12th 2008, when we present the Beers of Duvel - Craft / Belgian Beer Dinner. We hope that you can join us and be a part of what is sure to be a night to remember!
Jo...
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| Eno hosts Mad Sheep Book Signing |
| When: | Mar 12, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | No cover charge | | Phone: | 312-321-8738 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Eno, 60611 |
| | Eno hosts Three Shepherds Cheese Farm owners Linda and Larry Faillace for a special book signing of Mad Sheep: The True Story Behind the USDA's War on a Family Farm.
Written by Linda Faillace, Mad Sheep: The True Story Behind the USDA's War on a Family Farm is the story of the invasion of Three Shepherd's Farm by the United...
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| Noble Red Wines of Italy (The Best of the Best)! |
| When: | Mar 12, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 | | Phone: | 847-277-0033 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Discount Center- Barrington, 60010 |
| | Come join us on Wednesday, March 12th for a tasting of 30-35 delicious
Italian wines. We’ll be pouring only the best noble wines from
top producers in top regions such as Tuscany, Piedmont, the Veneto,
Campagnia and others. A few of the exciting wines you can taste and
compare include: Super Tuscans such as Ornellaia 2003 a...
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| Beer 101 Class |
| When: | Mar 13, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 | | Phone: | 847-566-4600 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | DiCarlo's Armanettis, 60060 |
| | Brian Mayer of Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. leads a discussion on the brewing process, beer terms, and the proper glassware to use to extract the best taste from different styles of beer, followed by a sampling of 10 popular beer styles from world-class breweries: Ayinger Brau Weisse from Germany, Pyramid Apricot Weizen from Wash...
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| Wome in Wine - Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 13, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Women's roles in winemaking are increasing each harvest. Stop by tonight and taste the fruit of their labor....
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| Part II of a Three Part Educational Series: The Basics of Red Wine |
| When: | Mar 13, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Your presence is enough! | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | Tasting and discussion topics will include: Major red wine grapes, major red wine regions, old world and new world styles. Come enjoy in our non-intimidating environment that strives to demystify the wine buying experience....
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| Free Wine Tasting Event with Metro Premium Wines |
| When: | Mar 13, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-679-9001 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Bolingbrook, 60490 |
| | For those of you who know Larry Kuhn from Metro Premium Wines, you will be pleased to hear that he will be here Thursday to pour some of his most popular and fabulous wines, including his very popular Rudolph Mueller Riesling along with his sought after Twin Beaks Shiraz and several other incredible wines. Those of you who...
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| What's That Wine? |
| When: | Mar 14, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | $7.00 credited with same day purchase | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Expressions, 60532 |
| | Come join us as we "test" your wine knowledge! Is the wine a chardonnay? a merlot? Where is it made? Don't worry! Even if you're incorrect, it is still a "tasty" lesson....
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| Cooking Demonstration - Soups with Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 14, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $ 40.00 Per Person | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Learn how to make three different soups that will help to chase away the winter blues. We'll even pair them with the perfect wine. Space is limited for each class, so please call TCC for reservations....
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W35-50/M40-55 |
| When: | Mar 14, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 877-TASTY-NET | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's Steakhouse, 60601 |
| | Explore different restaurants each month while getting to know other singles in the age group of your choice . . . so even if there's no love connection you'll still have a wonderful time. You'll order off the menu and receive separate checks for your purchases. Our website allows you to view the profiles of those registe...
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| Wines for Spring |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE!! | | Phone: | 847-359-0400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Dobby's World Wide Wine & Liquors, 60067 |
| | A change in the seasons brings with it a desire for new tastes in food and wine. It's time to shed the heavier choices of winter in favor of new, lighter flavors. We are always flooded with new realeases of favorite wines as winter fades into spring. Our spring tasting gives us the opportunity to show off some of the new se...
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| St Patricks Day Bash |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM | | Cost: | . | | Phone: | 847-428-0562 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Penny Road Pub, 60010 |
| | St. Patricks Day Bash
Live Entertainment:
Monsters of Mock
Court Jesters
$4.00 Guiness Pints
$4.00 Irish Car Bombs
$3.00 Jameson Shots
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| 5th Annual Spring Wine Tasting & Sale |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free of Charge | | Phone: | 630-325-8466 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | A Taste of Vino, 60521 |
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SPRING WINE TASTING & SALE
March 15th 2-6pm.
All our wine on sale for the day. Over 100 wines new and delicious wine to taste. Interested in a wine particular wine and want to know more? All vendors will be available for questions!
It will be busy – so come early!
Named by Chicago Magazine as 2007 Best of Chic...
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| What's That Wine? |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | $7.00 credited with same day purchase | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Expressions, 60532 |
| | Come join us as we "test" your wine knowledge! Is the wine a chardonnay? a merlot? Where is it made? Don't worry! Even if you're incorrect, it is still a "tasty" lesson....
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| Kelly's Table 4th Annual Wine Tasting Dinner |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 (plus tax and gratuity) | | Phone: | 219-872-5624 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kelly's Table, 46360 |
| | We area excited to present a six-course dinner featuring locally-raised foods along with local artisan cheeses, accompanied by some of the finest California wines.
Read all about the food and wines on our website....
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| March Wine Tasting - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Stop in and try some unique wines.
Every month we taste different and unique wines from around the world.
Our wine selection as well as tasting notes and everything else can be found on our web-site at www.winecompliments.com....
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| 2nd Annual Spring Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | complimentary | | Phone: | 847-524-1471 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | SPORTSMAN'S LIQUORS, 60194 |
| | Join us for our 2nd Annual Spring Wine Tasting Saturday March 15 from 1pm-5pm. Over 50 wines from all over the world will be featured. Light snacks will be served....
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| St. Patrick's Day Beer Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Select beers perfect for your beer-loving celebration at our tasting of our microbrews and imports....
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| The Best of East Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-1500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Spirits & Fine Wines, 60564 |
| | Peterson Spirits & Fine Wines will be tasting out 36 different wines at no charge. Many of these are unique hand selected wines that you won't want to miss the opportunity to taste. Come in in try these new wines brought into our store just in time to commemorate the Easter holiday. Just a few of the wines we will be offer...
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| The Best of Easter Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-848-1445 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Wine Cellars, 60540 |
| | Peterson Wine Cellars will be pouring 12 different Easter wine selections this Saturday, March 15th from 1 - 5 pm. Many of these are unique hand selected wines that you won't want to miss the opportunity to taste. Come in in try these new wines brought into our store just in time to commemorate the Easter holiday. Just a f...
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| Galleria Liqueurs on Southport--Free Bordeaux Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | FREE! | | Phone: | 773.857.6200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Galleria Liqueurs on Southport, 60657 |
| | Come and join us at Galleria Liqueurs on Southport for our weekly Saturday Wine tasting. This week, Eagle Eye Imports will be sampling out an array of Bordeaux's!! Highlights include the 1999 Chateau Fourcas, the 2001 Chateau Perron Graves, and the 2006 Chateau du Pavillon. The event is casual and no reservations are nee...
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| Cork and Canvas Gallery Opening Reception and Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Mar 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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March 15, 2008
1pm to 4pm
Gallery Opening Reception
We are pleased to announce our first exhibition of works by Shane Keith. Join us for the opening reception and meet the artist.
Shane's work explores the interconnectedness and complimentary nature of the human soul and the power of art. His work opens doorway...
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| St. Patrick's Day Traditional Special at Prairie Grass Cafe |
| When: | Mar 17, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $17.50 Irish Food Special, $2 Draft Beers | | Phone: | 847 / 205 – 4433 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Prairie Grass Cafe, 60062 |
| | March 17, Prairie Grass Cafe’s Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Special
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by indulging in Chef Sarah Stegner’s favorite traditional Irish dish -- Corn Beef and Cabbage with Irish Soda Bread ($17.50). Following the Irish theme, the bar will be serving $2 Draft Beers in celebration of St. Patrick.
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| Pacific Northwest Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 18, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $80, plus tax/gratuity | | Phone: | 847-382-7673 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Millrose Restaurant, 60010 |
| | Millrose Restaurant Chef Nicola Torres and sommelier Chris Smarto of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates will host a six-course dinner, preceded by a reception, featuring wines and cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. $80, plus tax/gratuity. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 18. Millrose Restaurant, 45 South Barrington Road, South Barringto...
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| L'ecole Wine Dinner at Chef Amaury |
| When: | Mar 19, 2008 (Wed) to
Mar 20, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $68 per person | | Phone: | 630-375-0426 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chef Amaury, 60504 |
| | Chef Amaury Epicurean Affair
Presents
L’ecole Wine Dinner
Wednesday March 19, 2008 and Thursday March 20, 2008 at 6:00pm
481 N. Commons, Unit G Aurora, Illinois 60504
For Reservations please call (630) 375-0426 or visit www.chefamaury.com
Price is $68 per person
L’ecole Winery Rated by Robert Parker Jr. as one of Washin...
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| The Magic of the Rhone: Meet the Winemaker! |
| When: | Mar 19, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 per person ($5 for Wine Club members) | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | Meet the Winemaker!
It is our distinct pleasure and true privilege to host Paul Chevalier, National Fine Wine Director for Shaw-Ross International Importers, to the store March 19th. Paul began his wine career after being educated at both the University of Reims and University of Bordeaux. He graduated and became the you...
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| Supper Club Wine Dinner |
| When: | Mar 19, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $ 50.00 Per Person | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Join us tonight for another fabulous dinner! Enjoy four courses and four different wines. Please call the Plainfield Supper Club directly for reservations at (815) 439-0000....
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| Chicago Wine Council - An Event For Your Consideration |
| When: | Mar 19, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $45 | | Phone: | | | Email: | |
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