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| "Swirl at Saffron" |
| When: | Jun 01, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00pm-10:00pm Tuesday-Thursday *excluding April 5,and June 7 2005 | | Cost: | $15.00 per guest for unlimited wine with purchase of each entree from a selected wine list | | Phone: | 312-828-9000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Saffron on Hubbard restaurant, 60610 |
| | Saffron on Hubbard
presents
"Swirl with Saffron"
Summer 2005
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Nights
throughout the summer
$15 per guest with the purchase of any entree
We have selected a special wine list for a special tasting
Guests may drink unlimited amounts of the specially selected wines throughout their dinner.
for res...
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| Summer Wines at Binny's Downtown |
| When: | Jun 02, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00-7:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 312-332-0012 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Chicago - Downtown, 60610 |
| | Beer has its place under the summer sun but wine & food and summer weather are best mates, too. Think crisp, light, fruity and effervescent. Enjoy everything from rose to sauvignon blanc, muscat to riesling, chablis to pinot gris. You'll also find a zesty zinfandel with that juicy burger on the grill or the perfect pinot no...
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| Aussie/NewZealand Tasting at Binny's in Glen Ellyn |
| When: | Jun 03, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 630-545-2550 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Glen Ellyn, 60137 |
| | Join us for a selection of 50+ wines from one of the hottest wine-growing regions in the world. Try old favorites from Penfolds and Rosemount, as well as hard to get single-vineyard offerings from small boutique wineries. $10.00 for wine club members, $15 for non-members. Reservations requested....
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| Summer Barbeque Wines and Beers at Binny's in Buffalo Grove |
| When: | Jun 04, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00-5:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 847-459-2200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Buffalo Grove, 60089 |
| | Celebrate the arrival of summer by sampling wines and beers perfectly suited for all of your patio endeavors. Try over thirty wine and beer picks specially selected to spice up your summer. $10 for club members, $15 for non-members. Please call for reservations as space is limited (847) 459-2200. Enjoy special prices on tas...
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| A Taste of Italy at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Jun 04, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60540 |
| | Join us for "A Taste of Italy" with reds and whites from Piedmont, Tuscany, Veneto, Campania, Sicily, Umbria and more. Sample more than 60 wines. Live music and authentic Italian cuisine provided by Braconi's Restaurant & Pizzeria of Naperville. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Proceeds to be donated to The Naperville...
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| Kensington's 'Thunder From Down Under' Tasting Part II |
| When: | Jun 04, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00pm - 5:00pm | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 312 836-7855 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | kensington's Fine & Rare Wine Shop, 60611 |
| | Join us for part II of our 'Thunder from Downunder' tasting series. Including wines from Torbreck, d'Arenberg, Diesen, Warrenmang, Serafino and many more. Don't miss this FREE tasting and BIG sale!!...
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| Bin School: Wine Basics 101: Getting Friendly With Your Bottle |
| When: | Jun 06, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | | Cost: | $36 per person | | Phone: | 312-755-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bin 36 Chicago, 60610 |
| | Bin 36's Bin School, led by Wine Director Brian Duncan, educates guests about wine in an approachable, down-to-earth way. These beginner classes will demystify wine and teach beginners to taste like a pro. All Bin School students receive 20 percent off their dinner when dining before or after their Bin Class. To register,...
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| Wine Taste-Basic Wines |
| When: | Jun 07, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7 p.m. | | Cost: | $99 | | Phone: | 630-942-2208 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Glen Ellyn/College of DuPage, 60137 |
| | A primer for the wine novice. Develop a more discriminating palate and learn the basics of wine selection. Survey, sample and evaluate some of the best red and white wines available on the market. Study labels, major wine districts, grape varietals, proper storage and maintenance. Bring two wine glasses to first class. Must...
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| Chicago Wine School's "How They Age: Red Wines" Single Session Seminar |
| When: | Jun 07, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 to 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $75.00 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Schaefer's, 60076 |
| | Most wine is bought for immediate consumption. Only a small portion is meant to sleep and become--after 5, 10 years or more--a very interesting beverage. In this seminar we will compare red wines newly-made with the same wines made earlier. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhône, Rioja, "New World" Cabernets, etc. will be covered. A onc...
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 G'day in a Glass - Australian Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jun 07, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | 212 351 6585 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Germania Place, 60616 |
| | Come and try over 300 Aussie wines, meet winemakers, and discover the the diversity and quality of Australian wines....
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| A Beginner's Guide to Cheese |
| When: | Jun 07, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm tp 8pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits- Chicago, 60614 |
| | The world of cheese that lies beyond Brie and Mozzarella can be daunting-but it needn't be. We'll take you on a tour of what has been called "milk's leap to immortality" and guide you through the globe's major types of cheeses, how they're made, how to serve them and what wines they accompany best. Six cheeses, six wines, d...
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| Scotch Seminar at Binny's in Highland Park |
| When: | Jun 07, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30-8:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 847-831-5400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Highland Park, 60035 |
| | Martin Duffy, brand ambassador for the Classic Malts, will conduct a seminar covering every major region in Scotland. Tasting will include Johnny Walker Green, Talisker 18 yr, Caol Ila 18yr, Clynelish 14yr, and a couple of surprizes. Reservations required. $10 for club members, $15 for non-members....
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| Wine Taste-American Varietal |
| When: | Jun 08, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7 p.m. | | Cost: | $54 | | Phone: | 630-942-2208 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Westmont Center/College of DuPage, 60559 |
| | Learn the basic components of wine tasting and the individual taste, feel, aroma and bouquet of each wine. Discover the characteristics of some of America's finest wines and sample and evaluate a selection of upscale red and white varietals. Bring two glasses to class. Must be 21 to enroll. Mention course# 36056....
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| Second Wednesday Tasting: Wine and Cheese |
| When: | Jun 08, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6-8 pm | | Cost: | $25 per person | | Phone: | 312-755-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bin 36, 60610 |
| | Join Bin 36 Chicago every second Wednesday of the month for a walk-around tasting featuring wine and light hors d'oeuvres. On June 8, Bin 36 will present unique wine and cheese pairings. Wines served at the tasting are available for guests to order at a 10 percent discount. Reservations can be made by calling 312-755-9463....
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| Saloon Steakhouse, ChicaGourmets and Imports Inc Welcome Count Sebastiano Cappoini of Tuscany |
| When: | Jun 09, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm | | Cost: | $75 ChicaGourmet members, $85 non members | | Phone: | 312-280-5454 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Saloon Steakhouse, 60611 |
| | ChicaGourmets!, Imports Inc./Chicago and The Saloon Steakhouse Welcome to Chicago, Winemaker Count Sebastiano Capponi of Villa Calcinaia
in Tuscany, Italy
Thursday, June 9, 2005 at 6:30 p.m.
To the south of Florence winding its way to Siena, the famous road, via Chiantigiana, crosses the hills and valleys that produce one ...
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| ATE Monologues |
| When: | Jun 09, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 8:00 pm | | Cost: | $30.00 | | Phone: | 312-744-9350 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tasting Room at Randolph Wine Cellars, 60607 |
| | The ATE Monologues
Food is both glorious and hilarious in The "ATE" Monologues, a new performance piece from Annoyance Theatre ensemble members Gary Ruderman and Mark Sutton based on the best-selling books The Man Who Ate Everything and It Must Have Been Something
I Ate by acclaimed food wr...
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| German/Austrian Winemaker Caravan at Binny's in Lake View |
| When: | Jun 10, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lake View, 60657 |
| | Taste wines of some of the best estate producers of Germany and Austria. Several winemakers will be on hand to pour their best vintages in current release. With reds and whites that range from fresh and dry to rich and sweet, don't miss this outstanding opportunity to taste the wines and meet the personalities behind them. ...
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| Master of Scotch Tasting |
| When: | Jun 10, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | | Cost: | $15 payable in advance | | Phone: | (630) 705-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines and Spirits in Downers Grove, 60515 |
| | Martin C. Duffy, Master of Scotch for Johnnie Walker & The Classic Malts answers the question of what to buy for Father's Day. Take some time to explore the exciting side of Scotch and find something unique this year! Featuring Martin Duffy, Master of Scotch tasting out Johnnie Walker Gold and Green, Talisker 10 and 18y...
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| Tortoise Creek wines @ Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Jun 11, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00pm - 8:00pm | | Cost: | No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments - Edison Park, 60631 |
| | Stop in and try these great value wines from Tortoise Creek winery in France. We will have the following wines open: Chardonnay, Chardonnay/Viognier, Rose, Syrah & Merlot. Tasting notes and more information is available at our web site....
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| Pinot Noir Under The Stars at Binny's in Highland Park |
| When: | Jun 11, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $5 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $10 non-members | | Phone: | 847-831-5400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Highland Park, 60035 |
| | Pinot Noirs under the Stars-What to buy for Ravinia. Sample nearly 2 dozen Pinot Noirs from around the world. See why this red-hot varietal is the universal pairing wine to match with anything from a fried chicken picnic to a cheese course to a gourmet meal. $5 for club members, $10 for non-members. Reservations requested. ...
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| California Wine Tasting at Binny's in Schaumburg |
| When: | Jun 11, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | Bring Dad to this tasting of over 50 wines which will include some high-end Cabs that Dad will love with his Father's Day steak. $10 for non-club members....
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| kensington's Summer Tasting Series |
| When: | Jun 11, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00pm - 4:00pm | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 312 836-7855 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | kensington's Fine & Rare Wine Shop, 60611 |
| | Join us for a high-end tasting of 90 pointers from some of California's top winerys. Including Montelena, Caymus, Merryvale, Kistler, Beringer and many more. Also bid on our current Auction that ends Saturday....
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| A Beginner's Guide to Cheese |
| When: | Jun 13, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30pm tp 8pm | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 630.705.9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits- Downers Grove, 60515 |
| | The world of cheese that lies beyond Brie and Mozzarella can be daunting-but it needn't be. We'll take you on a tour of what has been called "milk's leap to immortality" and guide you through the globe's major types of cheeses, how they're made, how to serve them and what wines they accompany best. Six cheeses, six wines, d...
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| Chicago Wine School's "How They Age: White Wines" Single Session Seminar |
| When: | Jun 14, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 to 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $75.00 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Schaefer's, 60076 |
| | Didn't think white wines age? This seminar will blow your perceptions away. We will do a similar comparison of young vs older whites (like we did with the red wine seminar: see 6/7/2005 post) from France, Germany, Spain, the "New World" and other fine wine regions....
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| Taste of Italy |
| When: | Jun 14, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30 | | Cost: | $55 or $45 for Slow Food Members | | Phone: | 866-562-7263 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Westin Chicago River North, 60610 |
| | A Taste of Italy
This June, experience some of Italy’s most exquisite works of art – its fine wines. Sample pre-release wines from renowned signatures, all poured by the winemakers themselves, paired with cuisine from leading local restaurants.
For more information, please contact us at 866-KOBRAND or www.kobrandevents.com...
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| American Pinot Noirs - California vs. Oregon |
| When: | Jun 15, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7-9 pm | | Cost: | $15 per person | | Phone: | 773-772-7100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Feast Restaurant, 60647 |
| | American Pinot Noirs - California vs. Oregon
Join us for a tasting of California + Oregon Pinot Noirs.
If you are up to it, take the Pinot Noir “challenge”
+ distinguish the origins of the mystery wines!
All wine tastings are from 7-9 p.m.
$15 per person includes wine + appetizers.
All wine events are on the third Wedne...
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| Lincoln Park Wine Club - June 15th Wine Tasting at D.O.C. |
| When: | Jun 15, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | | Cost: | $32.00 Advance / $40.00 at door if available | | Phone: | 773 687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | D.O.C. Wine Bar - Lincoln Park-, 60614 |
| | All are welcomed on June 15th as we celebrate the start to a great summer, sampling unique red's and white's selected by the newly established wine bar in Lincoln Park, D.O.C. Wine Bar.
This evening tasting will educate you on unique red's and white's by the various "tasting stations" that will be set-up throughout D.O.C. ...
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| Single Malt Scotch Seminar at Binny's in Glen Ellyn |
| When: | Jun 15, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $15 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 630-545-2550 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Glen Ellyn, 60137 |
| | Don't miss this sit down seminar which will feature scotches from Johnnie Walker, Caol Ila, Clynelish, Talisker, Cragganmore and others. Historical information as well as the how scotch is made will be presented. $15 for club members, $25 non-members. All participants will receive a Glencairn nosing glass. Reservations requ...
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| Windy City Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jun 15, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | | Cost: | $32.00 Advance / $40.00 at door if available | | Phone: | 773 687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | D.O.C. Wine Bar - Lincoln Park-, 60614 |
| | Windy City Wine Club, presents a fun filled social evening, celebrating the start of summer by sampling unique reds and whites pulled by our friends at the D.O.C. Wine Bar.
On the evening of June 15th, D.O.C. Wine Bar will pour selected Reds and Whites from their extensive wine list at designated "tasting stations" set-up...
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| Bin School: Wine Basics 102 |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | | Cost: | $36 per person | | Phone: | 847-808-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bin 36 Lincolnshire, 60069 |
| | Bin School: Wine Basics 102: Learning How to Taste and Talk About Wine
Bin 36's Bin School, led by Wine Director Brian Duncan, educates guests about wine in an approachable, down-to-earth way. These beginner classes will demystify wine and teach beginners to taste like a pro. All Bin School students receive 20 percent off...
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| Summer Red and Whites at Binny's Express in Hyde Park |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $5 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $10 non-members | | Phone: | 773-324-5000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Express in Chicago - Hyde Park, 60615 |
| | Let Binny's help make your life easy! We've hand-picked more than one dozen tasty reds and whites perfectly suited for the warmer weather ahead. $5.00 club members, $10 non-members. Reservations requested....
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| South American Expo at Binny's in Elmwood Park |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-456-2112 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Elmwood Park, 60707 |
| | Featuring more than 50 wines from a the continent most known for wines of quality and value. Sample wines from Chile, Argentina, and even a few from Brazil. $10 for club members, $15 for non-members. Reservations requested....
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| Scotch Seminar at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60540 |
| | Join us for a unique seminar featuring the porfolio of scotches from Johnnie Walker and the Classic Malts of Scotland. Seating is very limited and reservations are required. $10 for club members, $15 non-members....
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| Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. Champagne Tasting |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:30-7:30pm | | Cost: | $50.00 | | Phone: | 312-482-9996 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops For Champagne, 60614 |
| | Hart Davis Hart Wine Co.
June 16th Champagne tasting at Pops for Champagne
Please Join Hart Davis Hart as we begin our series of summertime tastings, the first one of which will be held in the garden area of, Pops for champagne, one of the nation's most acclaimed champagne bars and Chicago's most elegant live music venue. ...
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| Schaefer's Third Thursday Wine Class-Wines of Chile and Argentina |
| When: | Jun 16, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $15, includes $5.00 merchandise coupon | | Phone: | 847 673-5711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Skokie/Schaefer's, 60076 |
| | Our THIRD-THURSDAY WINE CLASS for June will explore the wines of Chile and Argentina. Having just researched the subject matter in person, Anje Schaefer will be making the evening's presentation. This will be the inaugural event for our NEW CLASSROOM. Call for reservations - seating is limited!
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| The Wines of Spain at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Jun 17, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | Come and join us as we taste wines from Spain - from Rioja to Priorat to Toro - featuring traditional varietals like Tempranillo, Grenache, Albarino, and more. Come see why Spanish wines are considered to be some of the best values in the world. $10 for club members, $15 non-members....
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| Father's Day Tasting at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Jun 18, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60540 |
| | Something special for Dad! Taste from a variety of cognacs, bourbons, vodkas, gins, and single-malt scotches. Food will be provided. $10 for members, $15 non-members. Proceeds to The Naperville Humane Society. Reservations requested....
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| Festival Soleil Five Course Dinner with Chicago Gateway Green |
| When: | Jun 18, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 6pm - 10pm | | Cost: | $85 | | Phone: | 312-836-7850 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College, 60622 |
| | Celebrate the summer solstice like never before!
Festival Soleil is the newest signature event of Chicago Gateway Green -- an extraordinary 5-course fete featuring three of Chicago's premiere chefs!
- Tony Mantuano, Spiaggia
James Beard Award Winner, Best Chef Midwest 2005
- Dominique Tougne, Bistro 110
Chicago's Acclaim...
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| Solstice Celebration |
| When: | Jun 20, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6-9pm | | Cost: | $60-75 | | Phone: | 312-997-3679 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chicago Illuminating Company, 60616 |
| | Join us for wine and gourmet food hosted by Alpana Singh, Master Sommelier & Host of WTTW's 'Check Please' and Bryan Del Bondio, President of Markham Vineyards. Yummy food from 11 restaurants including Roy's, Everest, onesixtyblue, and Brasserie Jo. All proceeds benefit the Illinois Assoc. for Parents of Children with Visua...
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| Wine/Food-i-gemelli Summer Dinner |
| When: | Jun 21, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7 p.m. | | Cost: | $74 | | Phone: | 630-942-2208 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Addison/I-Gemelli Restaurant, 60101 |
| | First day of summer Tuscan celebration. Celebrate summer at i-gemelli. Join Camille Stagg, author and food critic, the Sciortino family and chef Ramiro Benitez for a light Tuscan dinner and wine pairing on the outdoor patio. Fee inclusive. Must be 21 to enroll. Advance registration through the College of DuPage required....
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| Benefit for Housing Opportunities for Women: A Summer Solstice Celebration of Delicious Spanish Wines |
| When: | Jun 22, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6-9pm | | Cost: | $50 | | Phone: | 773-465-5770 ext. 242 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tasting Room at Randolph Wine Cellara, 60607 |
| | Housing Opportunities for Women will be presenting a sultry evening of delicious Spanish wines and appetizers at the Tasting Room at Randolph Wine Cellars located on 1415 W. Randolph Street.
The evening will begin at 6pm and will include an open bar, including six wines and three different types of beers. Six different app...
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| South American Expo at Binny's in Lake View |
| When: | Jun 23, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $15 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lake View, 60657 |
| | Join us for an evening featuring the best wines of Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. These countries are at the forefront of revolutionizing varietals such as Malbec and Carmenere as well as producing classically styled, age-worthy reds. Come and explore both the traditional and the esoteric, from Cabernet to Viognier, there is...
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| Wine Taste-What Goes with What |
| When: | Jun 24, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 7 p.m. | | Cost: | $57 | | Phone: | 630-942-2208 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Westmont Center/College of DuPage, 60559 |
| | What Goes with What: Wine and Food Pairing. Take the mystery out of food and wine matching. Evaluate a selection of red and white wines in relation to the flavor and taste of some favorite takeout foods, including shrimp, crispy chicken fingers, meatballs and beef, and pasta. Must be 21 to enroll. Advance registration requi...
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| The Wine Goddess Presents: A Rose by Any Other Name |
| When: | Jun 24, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 7-8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | Poor misunderstood, much-maligned Rose! Wine lovers all throughout western Europe are enjoying these pale pink beauties, while we here in the states pass all pink wines off as the dreaded White Zinfandel. In this class we'll taste dry Rose from all around the world, both bubbly and still. Just in time for summer, you'll be ...
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| Meet "Miss Daisy" the Vineyard Dog and have her sign your bottle! |
| When: | Jun 25, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00pm - 5:00pm | | Cost: | $0 | | Phone: | 847-566-4600 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | DiCarlo's Fine Wines and Spirits, 60060 |
| | Saturday, June 25th Meet "Miss Daisy", the vineyard dog and have her sign your bottle!
Yes, Mike and Jan Sweeney, owners of the Cherry Hill Vineyard have agreed to bring "Miss Daisy", the winery dog, to the store Saturday afternoon to sign some special bottles of their Estate Grown 2003 Papillon Pinot Noir for you. You wi...
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| Free Wine Tasting with the Owners of Maryhill Winery |
| When: | Jun 25, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | (773) 506-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | In Fine Spirits, 60640 |
| | Come sample wines from Washington's Maryhill Winery and meet the owners! ...
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| Chicago Wine School's "The Great Red Wines of Italy" Single Session Seminar |
| When: | Jun 27, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 to 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $65.00 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | 404 Wine Bar, 60657 |
| | Tuscany's and Piedmont's red wines have proven themselves long ago as equals to those of any country with their classic Nebbiolo & Sangiovese grapes. But the southern section of "The Boot" has now come to the fore as well using Negro Amaro, Gaglioppo and other indigenous grapes. We will taste some great northern (Barolo) an...
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| Five-Course Dinner & Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jun 28, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00PM | | Cost: | $50.00 | | Phone: | 773-244-1500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Select Cut Steakhouse, 60614 |
| | Select Cut Steakhouse
Five-Course Dinner & Wine Tasting
Tuesday, June 28th 2005
7:00PM
Maryland-Style Crab Cake
With Castle Kabinett & Spätlese
Caesar Salad
With Duca D’Amalfi & Chenin Blanc
Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup
With Golden Grape Semillion & Deepwood Chardonnay
Filet Mignon
With Red Burgundy & Casa Nueva Cabernet Sauv...
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| Chicago City Sippers AND The Melting Pot Fondue Restaurant Presents: FUN DIP!! |
| When: | Jun 28, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6 - 8 PM | | Cost: | $25 for Chicago City Sippers Members; $35 for non-members; Any MALE accompanying a Chicago City Member can enjoy the $25 member price | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Melting Pot Restaurant |
| | The Melting Pot is our host for this fun-due Tasting Tuesday event. THIS IS OUR FIRST CO-ED, OPEN TO EVERYONE EVENT OF THE YEAR! Sharing a pot of fondue with friends can't help but inspire camaraderie and good conversation, that's why we have exteneded the invitation to men wine lovers to dip into the fun along with the wom...
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| Pops for Champagne - "Made-in-the-USA" Sparkling Wine Festival |
| When: | Jun 29, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm | | Cost: | $30 | | Phone: | 773 472 1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60657 |
| | A major summer tasting event and the Nation's largest festival of its kind - over 30 domestically produced sparkling wines from California, Oregon, Washington and elswhere.
Light food buffet - Valet parking available - No reservations necessary
An indoor/outdoor event - enjoy live jazz by the Dan Cray Trio inside
the club ...
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| Tequila Tasting at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $15 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | Learn the ins and outs of tequila with some of Mexico's top producers. You'll learn what to look for and why this agave-based spirit is one of America's fastest rising categories. $15 for club members, $25 for non-members. Reservations required....
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| Sam's Wines & Classic Malts of Scotland present Uisge Beatha ("The Water of Life") |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:15 p.m. | | Cost: | $30 | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Marche, 60614 |
| | 7:15pm to 8pm hors d'oeuvres & Red Label Cocktails - 8pm (promptly) Flight Tasting & Presentation
Come enjoy Single Malts, Blended scotches and Blended Malts, along with some delicious food & cocktails. Travel the vast landscape of Scotland from the comfort of Marche!
Martin C. Duffy, Master of Scotch for Johnnie Walker ...
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| Explore New Zealand Seminar at Binny's in Lake View |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lake View, 60657 |
| | Come and join Binny's & Maverick Wine Co. for an introductory seminar to New Zealand and it's burgeoning wine industry. The seminar will focus on the geography of New Zealand and the resulting wines and their unique styles. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about what makes these wines different from American and Eu...
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| Tequila Seminar at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $15 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | Learn the ins and outs of tequila with some of Mexico's top producers. You'll learn what to look for and why this agave-based spirit is one of America's fastest rising categories. $15 for club members, $25 for non-members. Reservations required....
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| "Water of Life" - Sam's & Johnnie Walker at Marche's |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7-9pm | | Cost: | $30 | | Phone: | 312-664-4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Marche's, 60607 |
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Johnnie Walker
& the Classic Malts
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Uisge Beatha
(“The Water of Life”)
at
Marche
833 W. Randolph St.
Thursday, June 30th, 2005
$30 - item# 10030672
7:15pm to 8pm: Hors d’oeuvres & Johnnie Walker Red Label Cocktails
8pm (promptly): Flight Tasting & Presentation
Come and enjoy the Classic Sin...
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| Sake Tasting |
| When: | Jun 30, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 312. 397. 9818 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Heat Restaurant and UP Gallery, 60610 |
| | Stop by the U P G a l l e r y, next door to Heat Restaurant, to taste premium sake and learn why it is referred to as "The Drink of the Gods". We will be pouring three different quality sakes, as well as explaining the brewing process of this increasingly popular beverage. Sushi hors d'oeuvres will be served. Please ca...
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