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| Geja's Cafe's 43rd Anniversary Celebration |
| When: | Jul 01, 2008 (Tue) to
Jul 03, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | varies | | Phone: | 773-281-9101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Geja's Cafe, 60614 |
| | GEJA'S CAFE TO CELEBRATE ITS 43rd ANNIVERSARY FROM JUNE 29 to JULY 3
Chicago’s Most Romantic Restaurant Offers 43% Off All Food Bills
CHICAGO—When Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, celebrates its 43rd anniversary, the famous restaurant will offer 43% off all food bills from Sunday, June 29 through Thursday, July 3. Long kn...
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| Unique Evening Of Kosher Wine & Food at Shallots Bistro |
| When: | Jul 01, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 847-677-DINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Shallots Bistro, 60076 |
| | Shallots Bistro
Join Us
For an Exciting Evening Of Wine & Food
Shallots Bistro Welcomes Kosher Wine Sommelier Jay Buchsbaum
Enjoy a sensational 6 course dinner paired to perfection withsome of the best new kosher wines from around the world
Taste, evaluate & discuss the latest exclusive premium wines from regions inCalifor...
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| Wine 101: Taste and Teach |
| When: | Jul 01, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $10/person | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | A new class in our wine department that will teach you the foundation of wine tasting and food pairing. Led by our wine specialist, Jen Powell and Chef Isabel. Both seatings are first come, first served, promptly at 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. and do not require registration. (Taste portions, wine included)
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| A Salute to Domestic Wines |
| When: | Jul 01, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | The United States is relatively new to the wine-making game (France has been producing wine for over 2000 years!); however, it has progressed by leaps and bounds in a very short period of time. We will salute our domestic producers this evening and taste a range of wines from U.S. producers...
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| Just Grapes' 4th Annual Grill Out |
| When: | Jul 02, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 for savvy sippers by June 28th, $45 for non-members | | Phone: | (312) 627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Just in time for all of the Fourth of July celebrations, Just Grapes’ First Wednesday Wine Tasting will be featuring the best wines to pair with grilled food. Join us for our 4th Annual Grill Out where we will be flipping burgers, turning brats and more on the barbie. What better way to showcase the perfect wines that go wi...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: So...You Think You Don't Like White Wine |
| When: | Jul 02, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | Increasingly of late public preference has shifted clearly in the favor of red wine, and we can’t help but think an entire genre of wine is being given short shrift for no good reason. A great class for the card-carrying red wine drinker, we’ll taste through and learn to think outside the Chardonnay/Sauvignon Blanc paradig...
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| Pops for Champagne, Made-in-the-USA Sparkling Wine Fest |
| When: | Jul 02, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM | | Cost: | varies with glass pours, no entry fee | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | Sample a variety of sparking wines from the USA in tasting and full glass portions. Prices range from $6-$16. Also featured are Chef Andrew Brochu's famous ribs and grits. Join us for this American festival to kick off your 4th of July! Reservations are not necessary....
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| Riesling Wine Tasting; from the Mosel, Nahe, and Rheingau |
| When: | Jul 02, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $40.00 | | Phone: | 773.895.0637 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Webster's Wine Bar, 60614 |
| | No grape is more recognizable- or satisfying! - as
Riesling, yet it shows a different face in each of these
regions. Relish the nuance as we line up several top
examples of Riesling, discuss the influences of
winemaking method and vineyard exposure, and share
perspectives from our recent staff tour.
All of our tastings...
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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Jul 02, 2008 (Wed) to
Jul 06, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free - No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Daily wine tastings!
Stop in and see what we have open. Tastings available every day starting at 11:00am. Go to our web site to see what is open now.
http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html ...
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| Red, White, and a Blue bottle |
| When: | Jul 03, 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’re celebrating the birth of our country with some fantastic summer wines: Whites, Red’s and one in a Blue Bottle. This evening affords a perfect opportunity to kick-off your holiday with selections from our expert staff. If you have questions about food pairing over the weekend, let us remove all anxiety. Our culinary...
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| Kids Eat Brunch Free - 1st Saturday EVERY Month |
| When: | Jul 05, 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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| Cork and Canvas, Wine & Art Gallery - Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 05, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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SaturdayJuly 5th, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Wine Tasting
2006 Husch Gewurztraminer
Mendocino, CA
2006 Frank Family Chardonnay
Napa Valley
2005 Hook and Ladder
“Tillerman Red”
Russian River Valley, CA
2006 Illuminati “Riparosso”
Montepulciano d’Abbuzzo, Italy
2005 Terre di Giurfo “Kuntari”
Nero d’Avola, Sicily, Itlay
2004 ...
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| Red, White & Blue Tasting |
| When: | Jul 05, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | Celebrate America's independence with downtown Plainfield shops and restaurants. Look for the red, white, and blue door signs on participating businesses where they will be offering special sales and discounts. Enjoy a red, white & you wine tasting at TCC....
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | Jul 05, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 815-267-7900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Shorewood, 60431 |
| | Come by and stop in to taste some new and exciting wines! Tasting is the best way to learn about wines and maybe discover a new favorite.
This is a free tasting. Everyone is welcome....
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| Monday Night Flights |
| When: | Jul 07, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 AM | | Cost: | $35 | | Phone: | 3128500303 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | one sixtyblue, 60607 |
| | one sixtyblue presents monday night flights
“can german rieslings be too sweet?”
monday, july 7, 2008
6:00, 7:00, 8:00 seating times
$35/per person excluding tax and gratuity
flight one
capriole goat cheese croquette / apple salad
n/v studert-prüm / sekt
flight two
melon soup / artisanal honey
2007 / dr thanisch...
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| Beer Tasting |
| When: | Jul 08, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | Check out our selection of micro brews and imported beers perfect for those lazy, hazy days of summer....
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| Capriole Cheese Tasting at Lush |
| When: | Jul 08, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free! | | Phone: | 773.281.8888 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits, 60076 |
| | LUSH WINE and SPIRITS, 2232 West Roscoe
Tuesday, July 8th, 4-7pm
Ms. Judy of the Capriole goat cheese farm in Indiana will be gracing our bar with some homemade, extra mmm cheeses! We'll provide some complimentary beverages to go with the cheeses. www.capriolegoatcheese.com
~ LUSH1257 South HalstedChicago, Illinois 60...
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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Jul 08, 2008 (Tue) to
Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free - No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Daily wine tastings!
Stop in and see what we have open. Tastings available every day starting at 11:00am. Go to our web site to see what is open now.
http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html ...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Cheap n' Good Wines! |
| When: | Jul 09, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | You don't need to be rich to enjoy fine wine; you just need to know how to buy wisely. In this one we'll taste a handful of inexpensive gems for every occasion, and everyone will be sent home with the Wine Goddess’ "Cheap 'n Good" wine list for 2008. ...
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| Goose Island Beer and Fondue Dinner |
| When: | Jul 09, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $45.00 p/person | | Phone: | 312-573-0011 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Melting Pot Restaurant, 60654 |
| | Join us for a 6 beer & 4 course Fondue dinner with a representative from Goose Island on hand to sample the selections from Goose Island beers and the corresponding fondue dinner, with Goose Island beer in the recipes for the marinades and sauces. . ...
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| Rose - a Lifestyle! |
| When: | Jul 09, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $40.00 | | Phone: | 773.895.0637 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Webster's Wine Bar, 60614 |
| | Summer's just not summer without a cool glass of
quaffable dry rose. Join us outdoors (weather permitting)
and relearn why, as we open a range of the new vintages
from around the world, matched with southern French
grill of fish and vegetables.
All of our tastings are casual, walk-around tastings
with great wines, appe...
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| Dry Rose Tasting |
| When: | Jul 10, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 with Binny's card | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Nothing says Summer like a nicely chilled glass of Dry Rose. With the explosion of producers making Dry Rose from all over the world, now is the time to learn what these wines are all about. With examples from France, Spain, the U.S. and more, explore one of the hottest wine styles around. $10.00 with Binny's card....
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| Girls Night Out! |
| When: | Jul 10, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | The shops of downtown Plainfield are offering an evening full of activites geared towards the ladies. From 5PM to 10PM, participating shops and restaurants will be holding events, offering specials and conducting sales. Just look for the Flip Flops to find participating businesses. TCC will be hosting a wine tasting to h...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Naperville |
| When: | Jul 10, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Come join us for our free weekly wine tastings on Thursday evenings. We always have something new open so it is different every week. The wine education given by Debra is just an added bonus!
Stop by anytime from 5 to 8 pm....
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| Around the world tour! |
| When: | Jul 10, 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 |
| | Here’s your chance to taste an exquisite quartet of wines from Germany, Spain, Chile and the U.S. We’ve once again secured an incredible selection of very desirable wines with equally impressive price point. Dream Dinners will be on site offering samples of their delicious, easy to prepare meals....
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| Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 10, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-469-9994 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Winestyles in Frankfort, 60448 |
| | Come in and taste a variety of wines!...
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| Wine 101 - Educational Class at Cork and Canvas, Wine & Art Gallery |
| When: | Jul 10, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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Thursday,
July 10th, 2008
7pm to 9pm
Wine 101
$25.00/person
Taste Several Wines and Learn
- How Wine is Made
- Grape Varietals
- Major Wine Regions
- Wine Terminology
- Wine and Food Pairings
Space is limited to 14 people
Only 4 seats left for this Class!
Make your reservation today
by e-mailing us at
mick@corkandcanvas....
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W30-45/M35-50 |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lawry's Prime Rib, 60611 |
| | 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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| Wine Goddess Presents: Cheap n' Good Wines! |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 312-644-6360 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60654 |
| | You don't need to be rich to enjoy fine wine; you just need to know how to buy wisely. In this one we'll taste a handful of inexpensive gems for every occasion, and everyone will be sent home with the Wine Goddess’ "Cheap 'n Good" wine list for 2008. ...
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| Spanish Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 with Binny's card | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60563 |
| | Taste over 40 fabulous wines from Spain and Portugal, two of the hottest properties in the wine world today! Cheeses and Gourmet food selections provided by our own Gourmet Grocery. Proceeds to benefit the Naperville Humane Society. $10.00 with Binny's card....
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| Fridays Five @ Five Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $5/person | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | Each Friday, Chef Isabel and our wine experts will guide you through a 5-course wine and food tasting menu. Seatings are first come, first served, and do not require registration. Each seating will last about 25 minutes. Last seating starts at 7:30 p.m. (Taste portions, wine included) ...
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| Less Clueless Clinic-French Food and Wine |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 per person | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | Celebrate Bastille Day with us as we explore the basics of French cuisine and how to pair it with regional wines. Learn how to cook three French food items while sipping French wines. Tickets are $40 per person and include cooking demonstration, food and wine tastings, and instructional materials. Space for each class is...
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| Free Wine Tasting (Rogers Park) |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | Upcoming Tastings! Friday, July 11th @ 6:00PM New World wines from South Africa and Australia! Including: -Poachers Ridge Marsanne "Tropical fruit flavours and a hint of peaches makes this and excellent accompaniment to seafood and other delicately flavoured dishes." -Rietvallei Special Select Sauvignon Blanc "This is a fu...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 815-267-7900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Shorewood, 60431 |
| | Come by and stop in to taste some new and exciting wines! Tasting is the best way to learn about wines and maybe discover a new favorite.
This is a free tasting that runs from 5 - 8 pm. Everyone is welcome....
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| Vive la France! |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | free! | | Phone: | 773-244-4200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market - Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Break out the baguettes and the berets -- it's almost Bastille Day! Stop by the specialty department at Whole Foods-Lakeview, where Shane Salois of Cream Wine Company will be sampling some unique French wines and cheeses.
Stock up on these gems -- they'll be sure to make your Bastille Day celebration magnifique!
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| Le Titi de Paris' Bastille Day is a Three Day Celebration |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $56 per person plus tax and gratuity - $88 (plus tax and gratuity) with wine flight | | Phone: | 847-506-0222 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Le Titi De Paris, 60004 |
| | Le Titi de Paris will celebrate Bastille Day July, 11-13th. Aside from a fabulous menu prepared by Chef Michael Maddox guests who dine at Le Titi on the 11th will be treated to the beautiful music of Glassworks.
The regular menu will be served in addition to this special Bastille Day Menu. To make reservations please call 8...
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| Friday night wine tasting |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | no fee | | Phone: | 708-798-4880 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles in Flossmoor, 60422 |
| | In honor of the upcoming Bastille Day, we will be tasting a variety of French wines at our weekly Friday tasting. We are located in dowtown Flossmoor across from the Metra station -- easy access from Chicago....
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| Lush Wine and Spirits says Vive la France! |
| When: | Jul 11, 2008 (Fri) to
Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free! | | Phone: | 3127381900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits on Roscoe and Halsted |
| | We at Lush like the quirkier holidays. Join us this weekend for a three-day-long Bastille Day festival. Here's the lineup:
Friday 11 juillet
French cider, beer, and sparkling wines to kick off the festivities and heighten the mood at our Roscoe and Halsted locations. Getting artsy at the Chicago Arts District's Second Fri...
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| Being a Chef: Bastille Day in Provence- French Cooking Lesson |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | | Cost: | $75 Members; $85 Non-Members | | Phone: | 312.337.1070 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Alliance Française de Chicago, 60610 |
| | The rich Mediterranean flavors of olives, garlic, basil and goat cheese make this celebration meal easy to prepare and simply elegant. Recipes: Tapenade tartine; Grilled sea scallops with pesto on cracket wheat; Banon and mesclun salad; Olive oil cake with summer fruit garnish. Attendees are invited to tie on an apron and j...
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| Natura! Spanish Art Exhibit and Wine Tasting! |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Complemetary | | Phone: | 773-281-8140 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Flourish Studios, 60657 |
| | WineStyles is proud to collaborate with Flourish Studios on this very exciting Spanish Art Exhibit featuring the art of Tania Rodanilans. We'll enhance the experience with some fantastic Spanish wines and Flourish Studios will provide perfectly paired appetizers in the same theme. Please join us....
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| Top 10 Summer Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | Whole Foods Top 10 Summer Wines are here and we want you to taste these new marvels! Please join us Saturday for a taste and vote on your favorites. We can't wait to see you!...
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| Pops for Champagne, 1996 Vintage Champagne Tasting |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | Most certainly the best vintage of its decade, and some tout it could be the vintage of the century. We taste three very different examples from this great year. ...
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| Picnic Wines |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | Everyone wants to be outside in July and TCC has the perfect wines, cheeses, and accessories to help you picnic in style....
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| Summer Wines |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free to Binny's card members | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | When we think of summer wines, we think of refreshing, tangy whites and zippy, spicy reds. No two wines fill those descriptions better than California Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel. Sample two dozen great examples. FREE to Binny's Card members.
Call (847)882-6000 for more information.
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| New Releases Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | $5.00 with Binny's card | | Phone: | 815-385-3200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in McHenry, 60050 |
| | Taste Rioja from Spain, Pinotage from South Africa, Reds and Vin Santo dessert wine from Italy along with Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. ...
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| Wine Tasting at Grand Cru Wine Merchants |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-392-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Grand Cru Wine Merchants, 60004 |
| | Join us Saturday, July 12th for our next free in store tasting from 1-5pm. We will be tasting a selection of new arrivals from around the world. Cost is always free and no reservations are needed. For more information please feel free to contact us at 847-392-9463 or you can check us out at www.gcwines.net. To stay info...
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| Cork and Canvas, Wine & Art Gallery - Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 12, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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SaturdayJuly 12th, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Wine Tasting
2005 Edmunds St. John “Witters Vineyard”
Pinot Grigio
El Dorado County, CA
2006 Ojai “ Westerly Vineyard”
Sauvignon Blanc
Santa Ynez Valley , CA
2004 Chateau Camplazens Syrah
Vin de Pays, France
2005 Ridge “York Creek” Zinfandel
Napa Valley, CA
2003 Remhoogte (r...
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 Bastille Day Celebration at Taste Food and Wine, Rogers Park |
| When: | Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 in advance. $35 day of event (if available) | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
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Don't wait - get your tickets now!
Bastille Day celebration of French food and wine!
Sunday, July 13th 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Bastille Day celebration ofFrench food and wine!
Join Taste Food & Wine and Poitin Stil as we taste a selection of French wines & beersIncluding:
Mini salad nicoise, beef wellington, Comte cheese with a ...
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| Globally Intrepid Gourmets Bastille Day Celebration |
| When: | Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 in advance (by 5PM July 11); $50 at the door (if available) | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Stan Mansion, 60647 |
| | Globally Intrepid Gourmets 1st Anniversary & Bastille Day Celebration
Sunday, July 13 6PM-9PM The Stan Mansion, 2408 N. Kedzie, Logan Square
Hors d'oeuvres & CrepesParisian Music Wine & Beer
Mix and mingle with fellow travel-oriented gourmets in a gorgeous vintage mansion decorated for Bastille Day!
Cost $40 in advance (...
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| Taste of Italy Wine Tasting & Sale - Sun July 13 Noon-4PM |
| When: | Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
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Taste of Italy Wine Tasting & SaleSun, Jul 13th 12-4pm
Taste over 40 Italian wines,from bold reds to crisp whitesGreat prices and discounts up to 15%Sample a fun selection of Italian Gourmet Pantry items,(cheeses, pestos, flatbread and more...)... and there's no fee for tasting ...
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| Bastile Day Celebration |
| When: | Jul 13, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 dollars in advance, $35 at the door | | Phone: | 7737613663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | ------Get your tickets! Before its too late!------
BASTILLE DAY 2008!!
Sunday, July 13th
1:00PM-5:00PM
Bastille Day celebration of French food and wine!
Join Taste Food & Wine and Poitin Stil as we taste a selection of French wines & beers
Including:
--Krovenbourg
--Belzebuth
--Ephemere
Bubblies including:
--a Crémant d'...
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| Just Grapes Global Grape Series: Pinot Gris/Grigio |
| When: | Jul 14, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 | | Phone: | (312) 627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Taste and learn about Pinot Gris/Grigio with the fifth of six segments that are part of Just Grapes’ Global Grapes Series. This grape type is known as Pinot Gris in France and Pinot Grigio in Italy. As a result, winemakers outside of these regions will select which name to use based on which country’s style their wine mos...
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| Pops for Champagne, Bastille Day Celebration |
| When: | Jul 14, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | Join us outside in the gorgeous Tree Studios courtyard (behind the Pops space) for our annual Bastille Day festival. Taste a variety of champagnes and sparkling wines from France and savour the delicious French cuisine by Chef Andrew Brochu....
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| Free Wine Tasting, Sparkling South Africa,(Rogers Park) |
| When: | Jul 14, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | Monday, July 14th @ 6:00PM Sparkling South Africa! Featuring Graham Beck Wines!
Served at Nelson Mandelas inauguration!
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| Daily Free Wine Tastings |
| When: | Jul 14, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free to anyone that attends | | Phone: | 815-941-1006 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Montage Spirits & Gifts, 60450 |
| | Come enjoy some of the most intriguing wines in the area! On a daily basis there is always at least 4 different varietals open for you to enjoy! Also offered are Wine 101 classes priced reasonable at $10. Stop in and see what we have open....
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| Celebrate Bastille Day at Pops for Champagne on July 14 at the Outdoor Courtyard |
| When: | Jul 14, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 per person | | Phone: | 312-266-7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | Pops celebrates its highly-anticipated Bastille Day celebration by offering guests more than 25 French sparkling wines and Champagnes from both large and boutique Champagne houses, along with a French-inspired menu developed by Executive Chef Andrew Brochu that will include pates, cheeses and a selection of meats. Live musi...
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| Wine 101: Taste and Teach |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $10/person | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | A new class in our wine department that will teach you the foundation of wine tasting and food pairing. Led by our wine specialist, Jen Powell and Chef Isabel. Both seatings are first come, first served, promptly at 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. and do not require registration. (Taste portions, wine included)
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| Bastille Day |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | July 14th is Bastille Day in France or the celebration of their independence from an unfair monarchy. Celebrate with TCC by tasting fabulous French wines and cheeses....
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| Third Tuesday Tasting |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $30.00 | | Phone: | 312-942-1212 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Randolph Wine Cellars, 60607 |
| | randolph wine cellars
third tuesday tasting
“storming the bastille”
Vive la France!
Here at Randolph Wine Cellars and the Tasting Room, we demand liberté, egalité, fraternité…..and great wine! Come celebrate Bastille Day with us as we savor the myriad styles and facets of arguably the world’s greatest wine producing nation....
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| BBQ Ribs, Zin, and Rose! |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $50 | | Phone: | 312.738.1900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits on Halsted, 60607 |
| | Please mark your calendars and tell your friends…
The Lush in University Village has a rocking patio that is just itching to be used every single day. And, what better way to utilize the short Chicago summer than to sip away the afternoon and EAT! The Lushies have been whipping up a full summer of food and wine events, so...
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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) to
Jul 20, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free - No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Daily wine tastings!
Stop in and see what we have open. Tastings available every day starting at 11:00am. Go to our web site to see what is open now.
http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html ...
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| Jordan Wine Dinner |
| When: | Jul 15, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 AM | | Cost: | $85 | | Phone: | 312.850.0303 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | one sixtyblue, 60607 |
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jordan wine dinner menu
june 17, 2008
first course
chardonnay 2004
maine diver sea scallops / english peas / swan creek ricotta / pea tendrils /
honey lemon sauce
second course
2002 cabernet sauvignon
beef tenderloin / braised short rib / brown butter cauliflower puree / wilted greens /
garlic confit / espresso
thi...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Wine and Cheese--Uncensored! |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | Celebrate the age-old, tried-and-true symbiotic relationship between wine and cheese by tasting through basic-to-barely legal wine/cheese pairings. ...
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| Seminar: Classic White Wines - Wed, July 16 7-8:30PM |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $20 - Cost can be applied to a $35 purchase that evening | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
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Classic Whites Wine SeminarFun white wines from around the world...Wed, Jul 16th 7-8:30pmReservations Required
Learn about 5 fun classic white wines and why people love them
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Pinot Gris
- Chenin Blanc
- Vinho Verde
Taste these world favorites, and uncover each wine's flavors and aroma...
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| July 16: Summer Bubblies |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $30.00 | | Phone: | 773.895.0637 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Webster's Wine Bar, 60614 |
| | Our annual global showcase of sparkling wines outside
of Champagne has grown every year. We'll show a host
of "classics" (Prosecco, Cava, etc.) along with a handful
of stunning sparklers from way off the beaten track, just in
time for the dog days of summer.
All of our tastings are casual, walk-around tastings
with gre...
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| Plainfield Supper CLub Wine Dinner - French Food & Wines |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $50 per person | | Phone: | 815-436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheesee by TCC, 60544 |
| | Join us tonight for another fabulous wine dinner! The Plainfield Supper Club, f/k/a The Lazy Lizard, still offers the finest cuisine from Chef Tom only now with a comfort food twist. Enjoy four courses and four different wines for $50 per person (includes tax). Please call the Plainfield Supper Club directly at (815) 439...
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| Bastille Day Wine Dinner |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $48 per person, including tax & gratuities | | Phone: | 773-334-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | In Fine Spirits, 60640 |
| | Join us as we salute the pioneering winemakers of France! Frederick Brown of Fine Vines LLC will present a delicious line up of five outstanding wines. Each wine will be paired with French-inspired food with a New World edge.
This event is a salute to the French revolutionaries. We plan to feature pioneering winemakers who...
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| United Way Young Leaders Society Cocktail & Networking Event at Texas de Brazil |
| When: | Jul 16, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $10 online registration/$20 at door | | Phone: | 312-643-0610 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Texas de Brazil, 60661 |
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CALENDAR LISTING
JOIN THE UNITED WAY YOUNG LEADERS SOCIETY
FOR AN EVENING OF COCKTAILS AND NETWORKING AT
THE ALL NEW TEXAS DE BRAZIL ON THE MAGNIFICENT MILE
WHAT: Join the United Way Young Leaders Society and be one of the first to experience the all new Texas de Brazil at its exciting new location on the Magnificent Mil...
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| Summertime Wine Tasting |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 with Binny's card | | Phone: | 847-438-1437 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lake Zurich, 60047 |
| | Taste over 40 fabulous red & white wines our experts have selected to accompany your best barbecue or for you to enjoy while relaxing on the patio! ...
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| Sam's Summer Sampler Grand Tasting |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 in advance/$40 day of | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits - Lincoln Park, 60614 |
| | Sam’s wants to bark away the dog days of summer at this great get-together of summer eats, wines, brews & spirits! We’ll show you how to make thirst-quenching, refreshing cocktails from your favorite vodkas, rums and gins. We’ll pop-top a few cool-cold-ones from microbreweries around the country. And we’ll pull the corks on...
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| Benziger Family Winery At The Chicago Palm |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $95.00 Plus Tax and Tip | | Phone: | 312-616-1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chicago Palm, 60601 |
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Benziger Wine Dinner Menu
$95 per person not inclusive of tax or gratuity
Each guest will receive a gift bag from Benziger Winery
That will include
Benziger vine bud tied with a red ribbon and a
Benziger wine opener.
Plus a 1.5 ML signed Magnum of wine will be raffled off.
Reception
Trio of Purified Oysters on the ½ Sh...
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| Ladies' Night Out Dinner: Cooking with Wine |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $45/person | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | Ladies, grab your friends and come down to the Whole Lifestyle Center for Ladies' Night Out! Chef Dawn will be your culinary guide for this popular ladies-only dinner which will feature dishes with wine as a star ingredient. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to share food, wine, and fun with the girls! Note: This is...
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| NoMI Wine Engagement |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $150 per person, exclusive tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 312 335 1234 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | NoMI, 60611 |
| | Sample an array of magnificent wines and distinct contemporary French cuisine during NoMI’s “Wine Engagement,” a series of wine and gastronomy events. Executive Chef Christophe David will collaborate with Advanced Sommelier Fernando Beteta, recently named one of five “Best New Sommeliers” by Wine & Spirits magazine, to pair...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Naperville |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Come join us for our free weekly wine tastings on Thursday evenings. We always have something new open so it is different every week. The wine education given by Debra is just an added bonus!
Stop by anytime from 5 to 8 pm....
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| What is a Vertical Tasting? |
| When: | Jul 17, 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 |
| | A vertical tasting involves wines from different vintages but all the wines will come from the same winery. We'll discuss and taste our way through this practice. It is WineStyles' mission to educate customers in a fun, non-intimidating environment. Stop in for some useful fun!...
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| Wine tasting |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 815-469-9994 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Winestyles in Frankfort, 60448 |
| | Come in and taste a variety of wines!...
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| Baskin Robbins and Oreo team up to host a Lick-A-Thon! |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Baskin Robbins, 60563 |
| | Baskin-Robbins is teaming up with Oreo® to host a Lick-a-thon event to benefit the Naperville Area Humane Society (NAHS). NAHS is a non-profit, limited admission animal shelter that houses cats and dogs as well as organizes adoption. The Humane Society will be present at the event and are also bringing along their furry fri...
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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Ladies Night Out |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Gibby's is pleased to welcome Posh Anti-Aging Retreat & Spa for this month's Ladies Night Out! Dispel myths about aging, sample products and learn a few new skin care secrets while enjoying a special wine-by-the-glass menu.
Enjoy complimentary nibbles, a raffle and special discounts!
Reservations are required....
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| Ole Imports Spanish Portfolio Tasting & Cream Wine Company- Trade Only |
| When: | Jul 17, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | none | | Phone: | 312.421.1900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Carnivale Restaurant - Samba Room, 60661 |
| | Cream Wine Company is proud to announce our partnership with Old Imports in the Chicago land area. This dynamic and comprehensive collection of high quality, unique and terroir-driven wines from Spain has fast become synonymous with extraordinary value. Owners Patrick Mata and Alberto Orte, two of the wine world's rising s...
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| Friday night wine tasting |
| When: | Jul 18, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 708-798-4880 | | Email: | |
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