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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Aug 01, 2008 (Fri) to
Aug 03, 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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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | Aug 01, 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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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Fridays @ 5 |
| When: | Aug 01, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Meet us around the bar at Gibby's for a relaxing evening with wine-by-the-glass and live entertainment. Tonight's featured performers are local talents, The Mockturtlenecks....
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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Fridays @ 5 |
| When: | Aug 01, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Meet us around the bar at Gibby's for a relaxing evening with wine-by-the-glass and live entertainment. Tonight's featured performers is Red Tie....
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| Kids Eat Brunch Free - 1st Saturday EVERY Month |
| When: | Aug 02, 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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| Latin Wine-tasting Event |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $50/$60 for nonmembers | | Phone: | 773-631-4633 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, 60631 |
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Latin Wine-Tasting Fund-Raiser at the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House on Saturday, August 2, 5-9 p.m.
It's 4 hours of wine tastings from Spain, Chile, Portugal, Argentina, and several other countries. Treat yourself to tapas, cheese, and live entertainment on the fabulous grounds of the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, Chicago's o...
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| Being a Chef: Ethnic Paris- French Cooking Lesson |
| When: | Aug 02, 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 |
| | For generations, chefs from former French colonies have come to Paris and cooked the foods that they loved at home. The international comfort foods we prepare together will become your favorites as well. Recipes: Green Papaya salad; Shrimp with Chinese spices; Tunisian Lamb; Banana tart....
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W30-45/M35-50 |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Trattoria No. 9, 60602 |
| | 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 Tasting at Grand Cru Wine Merchants |
| When: | Aug 02, 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, August 2nd 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 inf...
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| Fleming's 100 Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | | Cost: | $35/person exluding tax and gratuity (21 & Older) | | Phone: | 847/793-0333 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (Lincolnshire), 60069 |
| | Join us to taste the Fleming's 100
Taste selections from our award-winning list of 100 wines by-the-glass and enjoy light appetizers prepared by our Chef Partner Peter Saletta. You will also have the opportunity to vote for the next wine to be featured on our award-winning list!
Saturday, August 2nd 2008
Noon to 3pm
$35/pe...
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| 3rd Annual North Aurora Days Beer Fest |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | $15.00 | | Phone: | (630) 897-8228, ext. 226 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Valley Green Golf Course, 60542 |
| | Welcome to the THIRD Annual North Aurora Days Beer Fest.
Anyone that likes beer should be familiar with the great selections that are brewed right here in the Fox Valley and Chicagoland area.
We have added a couple new venders this year and there will be at least eight local and national brewers who will be pouring more tha...
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| Alzheimer's Association Wine Tasting and Percent of sale day! |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE!!! | | Phone: | 847-933-2413 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tuscan Market and Wine Shop - Arlington Heights |
| | On August 2, 2008, The Tuscan Market and Wine Shop will host a percent of sale day and tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association - Greater Illinois Chapter!
10% of the sales from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. will be donated to the
Greater Illinois Chapter by the Tuscan Market, so stop in to purchase and taste some of your favorite wines...
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| Organic Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Trying to avoid wines with added sulfites? Then tonight's the night for you! Join us as we explore wines made using organic, biodynamic, and sustainable practices....
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| Free Wine Tasting & Gallery Opening Reception |
| When: | Aug 02, 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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SaturdayAugust 2nd, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Wine Tasting
2004 Poacher’s Ridge
“Louis’ Block” Riesling
Great Southern, Western Australia
2004 Amani Chardonnay
Western Cape, South Africa
2004 Merrick’s Creek Pinot Noir
Mornington Peninsula, Australia
2003 Withington Merlot
Stellenbosch, South Africa
2006 Deetlefs “Stonecr...
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| Summer Wine Tasting at Binny's in Schaumburg |
| When: | Aug 02, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free with Binny's Card | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | Bored with your regular summer wines? Then sample over two dozen Oregon Pinot Gris' and international Rhone-styled reds in a tasting meant to change your perception of summer wine!...
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| Taste Food and Wine Cheesy Sundays |
| When: | Aug 03, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
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Don't forget CHEESY SUNDAYS All day, EVERY SUNDAY Join us Every sunday and sample some of our delicious cheese selection. ...
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| Easy Entertaining: Elegant Make-Ahead Dinner Party |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $50/person | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | Looking to entertain friends and family without spending your evening in the kitchen? Learn the secrets of stress-free entertaining as Chef Dawn shares preparation, timing, and presentation tips to create an elegant and impressive dinner party. Be a guest at your own party with this elegant make-ahead menu: Red pepper bisqu...
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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) to
Aug 10, 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 Tasting Coastal Wines |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 per person | | Phone: | 847-480-2323 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pinstripes, 60062 |
| | Come in and experience Pinstripes at its best! The tasting includes wood-fired flatbreads, antipasto and cheese platters complimented with a fabulous selection of American and Italian wines. Enjoy your wine outside next to our firepit or while playing a fun game of Bocce....
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| Craft Brew & BBQ: A Paired Beer Dinner |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $55 per person (includes tax & gratuity) | | Phone: | 773-334-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | In Fine Spirits, 60640 |
| | Join us on the patio for a fun night featuring five beers and five courses!
Tim Suprise, founder and president of Arcadia Brewing Company, will present a line up of five craft brews, paired to delicious summer dishes from our chef, Marianne Sundquist.
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| Oriel Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | TCC is proud to feature Oriel Wines this evening. Oriel is a very unique company in that it brings together two dozen of the world's greatest winemakers to make hand-made, limited-production wines from many of the best winemaking regions under a single label. By bottling under a single label, these truly special wines can...
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| Roy's Chicago 4th Annual Island Hop Dinner |
| When: | Aug 05, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $55-$85 | | Phone: | 312-787-7599 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Roy's Chicago, 60610 |
| | Roy’s Celebrates Hawaiian Tradition with 4th Annual Island Hop Dinner
Hawaiian Tradition of Culinary Delights and Wine Pairings Showcased in Roy’s Celebration of the Islands
Roy’s Chicago is highlighting its signature Hawaiian Fusion® Cuisine at the fourth annual Island Hop Dinner on Tuesday, August 5th at 6:30 pm. Inspired...
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| Just Grapes Old World Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 06, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $25 for Savvy Sippers by August 1st, $35 for non-members | | Phone: | (312) 627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Experience what the classic wine regions of Europe have to offer at Just Grapes’ First Wednesday tasting of the Wines of the Old World. The tasting tour will feature wines from the Old World, including Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Austria and more! Wines from the Old World are traditionally grown in cooler climates which ...
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| BBQ & Bingo at BIN 36 |
| When: | Aug 06, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $50 | | Phone: | 312-755-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | BIN 36, 60610 |
| | B-36? BINGO!! Fill your plate, your glass and your bingo card at
the third annual BBQ & Bingo night at BIN 36 (339 N. Dearborn St.). On Wednesday,
August 6, 2008, from 6 to 9 p.m., join BIN 36 for an evening of delectable barbeque, wine, beer, summer cocktails and a rousing game of bingo with the chance to win great prize...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Warm Weather Wine! |
| When: | Aug 06, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | When the mercury rises, it’s time to shelve those heavy-duty Cabs and Syrahs, and break out the lighter, brighter, fresher, crisper! Come taste our favorite summer sippers-- red, white, pink, and priced to stock your cooler!...
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| $5.00 Happy Hour Menu at Swirl Wine Bar |
| When: | Aug 06, 2008 (Wed) to
Aug 11, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | | Cost: | 2 cocktail minimum | | Phone: | 3128289000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Swirl Wine Bar, 60610 |
| | Swirl Wine Bar $5 After Work Menu
Sample delightful plates of Swirl Wine Bar's global cuisine such as:
Empanadas with Chimichurri Sauce
Goat Cheese Marinara
Pommes Frites with Truffle Creme
Breaded Calamari
And many more!!!
Tuesday through Friday from 5:00 to 6:30pm
*2 Cocktail Minimum*...
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| POSTPONED!! Herradura Tequila Dinner at the Chicago Palm |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $95, per person not inclusive of tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 312-616-1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chicago Palm, 60601 |
| | Herradura Tequila Dinner
$95, per person
not inclusive of tax and gratuity
Menu
RECEPTION
Palm Ultimate Margaritas with Herradura Reposado
FIRST COURSE
Colossal Lump Crab and Cantaloupe Margarita
Jalapeno, Orange Juice, Lime Juice and Tequila
~ paired with Herradura Silver
SECOND COURSE
Tequila & Lime Marinated Nova S...
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W25-40/M30-45 |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kiki's Bistro, 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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| Ladies' Night Out Dinner: Viva Argentina! |
| When: | Aug 07, 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 explore the spirit of Argentina, where Spanish and European culture uniquely blend with rustic ranching traditions, resulting in a hearty, flavorful...
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| Lynfred Winemaker Dinner at Shaw's Woodfield |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $89.95 inclusive | | Phone: | 847.517.4740 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Shaw's Crab House, 60173 |
| | Shaw's Crab House & Lynfred Winery would like to extend an invitation for you to join us for a truly festive summer evening of great food and wine with Lynfred winemaker, Andres Basso, and Shaw’s sommelier, Steve Tindle.
$89.95 All Inclusive
Thursday August 7th
6:30 Oyster Reception, 7:00 Dinner
1900 E. Higgins Road
Schaum...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Naperville |
| When: | Aug 07, 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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| The Keynote Trio Live at Flavor Restaurant - Flossmoor, IL |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) to
Aug 08, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 AM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | (708) 798-3220 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Flavor Restaurant, 60422 |
| | Come on out & enjoy the mellow, yet bodacious sound of Jazz performed by the Keynote Trio live at Flavor Restaurant in Flossmoor, Il.
Flavor Restaurant, Inc. strives to excite your pallet, provide excellent service, warm your heart and invite you to become a member of a community of friends united to achieve a goal of creat...
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| Wine Class - Battle of the White Wines |
| When: | Aug 07, 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,
August 7th, 2008
7pm to 9pm
Battle of the White Wines
$25.00/person
Compare and Contrast:
- Techniques
- Flavor Profiles
- Food Pairings
Space is limited to 14 people
Make your reservation today
by e-mailing us at
mick@corkandcanvas.com
Our Educational Seminars are Available
Every First Thursday of the Month...
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| North America & South America! |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 AM | | Cost: | Your Presence is Enough! | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | We’ll feature a blockbuster selection from each continent that won’t break the bank. You’ll learn, and taste, why these wines are so special.
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| Pacific Northwest Tasting at Binny's in Lakeview |
| When: | Aug 07, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $15.00 with Binny's Card | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | The west coast is home to more than 1,000 different wineries, but not all of them are from California. Oregon and Washington are now challenging California for domestic supremacy. Taste a huge array of wines from the Willamette Valley, through the Columbia Gorge to Walla Walla. We will pour over 60 selections ranging from O...
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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Fridays @ 5 |
| When: | Aug 08, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Meet us around the bar at Gibby's for a relaxing evening with wine-by-the-glass and live entertainment. Tonight's featured performers are The Mockturtlenecks....
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | Aug 08, 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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| Australian Wine Tasting at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Aug 08, 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 |
| | Sample a large array of reds and whites from Australia and New Zealand. Taste great examples of Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and much, much more! Cheese and crackers provided by our own Gourmet Grocery. Proceeds to benefit V.F.W. Post 3873 of Naperville....
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| Olympic Events at The Bluebird |
| When: | Aug 08, 2008 (Fri) to
Aug 13, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 773.486.2473 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Bluebird, 60647 |
| | The Bluebird will be playing all Live Olympic games and re-broadcast games that happen during their hours of operation August 8-24.
M-F 5pm to Late
Sat & Sun. brunch hours 11am to 3pm
Sat & Sun evening hours 5pm to Late
The Bluebird offers alcoholic beverages from all over the world. Beers, wines, and spirits. The deal is ...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Warm Weather Wine! |
| When: | Aug 08, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 312-644-6360 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60654 |
| | When the mercury rises, it’s time to shelve those heavy-duty Cabs and Syrahs, and break out the lighter, brighter, fresher, crisper! Come taste our favorite summer sippers-- red, white, pink, and priced to stock your cooler!...
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| Pops for Champagne, Champagne from Ambonnay Tasting |
| When: | Aug 09, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | One of the softest and at the same time one of the richest of the Pinot Noir Grand Crus, we taste three distinct examples of this legendary terroir.
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| Back Porch Sippers |
| When: | Aug 09, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Most of us lean more towards the lighter, crisper wines during this time of year to help us ward off the summer heat. We like to call wines that are perfect for this time of year "back porch sippers". Stop by and taste some of our favorite thirst quenchers....
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| GoodWine4Less Tasting and Sale |
| When: | Aug 09, 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 is hosting a
Bi-Annual GoodWine4Less Tasting and Sale.
Taste over 36 Wines that are a part of this fantastic sale.
Our GoodWine4Less section remains one of the most popular sections in our store featuring over 145 different wines that are continuously on sale 20-50% normal retail.
Saturday, A...
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| Cork and Canvas, Wine & Art Gallery - Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 09, 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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SaturdayAugust 9th, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Wine Tasting
2006 Tangent “Ecclestone”
Central Coast
2006 Longboard Sauvignon Blanc
Russian River Valley, CA
2007 Cono Sur Pinot Noir
Valle Central, Chile
2005 Clos LaChance “Buff-Bellied” Zinfandel
Central Coast, CA
2005 Milbrant “Legacy” Cabernet Sauvignon
Wahluke Slope, WA
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| Wines of Spain & Portugal Tasting & Sale - Sun Aug 10th, 12-4PM |
| When: | Aug 10, 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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The Wines of Spain & Portugal Tasting and SaleSun, Aug 10th 12-4pm
Taste over 25 Spanish & Portuguese wines,perfect for summer or anytime...Great prices and discounts up to 15%Sample reds, whites and Sangria, of course......along with Mediterranean cheeses and Gourmet Pantry items... and there's no fee for tasting...
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| The Final Major! Where Wine Meets Golf. |
| When: | Aug 10, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Your Presence is enough. | | Phone: | 773-549-2227 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | GolfTec, 60657 |
| | We’re pouring exclusive PGA wines at GolfTec for this season’s final major. The PGA staff at GolfTec will analyze your game and we’ll pour four exceptional wines offered exclusively through the PGA tour.
Location: GolfTec, 2847 Halsted
No reservations needed....
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| Just Grapes Global Grapes Series: Chardonnay |
| When: | Aug 11, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 for tasting OR $175 for full 6 part series | | Phone: | (312) 627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Taste and learn about Chardonnay with the last of six segments that are part of Just Grapes’ Global Grapes Series. This grape has created an organization known as “ABC” or Anything But Chardonnay. This is the grape type that Americans hate to love. Although maligned in the media, this grape type is still the number one so...
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| From the Wine to the Glass: Riedel Tasting at Morton's 8.11.08 |
| When: | Aug 11, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 AM | | Cost: | $70 | | Phone: | (847) 205-5111 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's The Steakhouse, 60062 |
| | Morton’s will be offering samples of wine from different Riedel wine glasses to explore the effect the shape of the glass has on the taste of the wine. Each guest will also receive a set of four Riedel Wine Glasses- valued at $60! – to take home. For $70 (inclusive of wine, hors d’oeuvres, Riedel gift set, tax and gratuity)...
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| Free Daily Wine Tastings - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Aug 12, 2008 (Tue) to
Aug 17, 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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| Beer Tasting |
| When: | Aug 12, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Sample some more great beers just in time for the last of your summer celebrations. Don't forget about our beer club so that you can try even more new beers each month!...
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| Belgian Beer Dinner at Brasserie Jo and Van Steenberge brewery! |
| When: | Aug 12, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $49 | | Phone: | (312) 595-0800 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Brasserie Jo, 60654 |
| | Belgian Beer Dinner
Please join us at 6:30 p.m.,
Tuesday, August 12th
for an evening of
Chef/Proprietor J. Joho’s beer-inspired cuisine paired with beers from the world renowned Van Steenberge Brewery.
The night will include a speaker representing the Van Steenberge Brewery, a passed hors d’oeuvres reception and a fo...
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| SOLD-OUT!! Wine & Tapas Wine Seminar - 7PM Wed Aug 13 |
| When: | Aug 13, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $20 - can be applied to a $35 purchase that evening | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
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Wine & Tapas SeminarWed, Aug 13th 7-8:30pmReservations Required
Learn about Spanish & Portuguese wines(reds, whites and Sangria of course)Taste a number of fun wines and Mediterranean appetizers ("tapas")Learn how to pair wines with different types of appetizers $20/person Fee can be applied to a purchase of $35 or ...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Wines of the Old World |
| When: | Aug 13, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | Wine drinkers throughout the world owe an enormous debt to France and Italy, who gave us modern wine making as we know it. We’ll taste exemplar bottlings from France’s Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Rhone and Loire Valleys; plus Italy’s Tuscany and Veneto regions. We’ll also learn how to “crack the code” on would-be confusing Fre...
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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Ladies Night Out |
| When: | Aug 14, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | None - reservations required. | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Come in and cool off at Gibby's with sangria! This month's Ladies Night Out will feature sangria recipes by the glass that have been specially prepared for the evening. Relax, sample foods and catch up with friends! Other wines will also be available by the glass. Reservations are required....
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Naperville |
| When: | Aug 14, 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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 Summer Champagne Tasting with Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. |
| When: | Aug 14, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $100 | | Phone: | 312-573-5597 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Symphony Center- 9th Floor Members Room, 60614 |
| | Our annual summer Champagne tasting has proven to be one of our most popular events. This year we are thrilled to feature 20 sparklers of various styles ranging from Blanc de Blancs, Rosé and vintage Tête de Cuvée to small-production artisanal Grower Champagne. Please join us at Symphony Center and sample bubbly from some o...
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| Master Wine Class: Sake! |
| When: | Aug 14, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 312-644-6360 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60654 |
| | Let’s demystify sake and food pairing by tasting through some of the best sake from the islands of Japan. We’ll taste small production, highly polished sake from one of the oldest breweries in the world, to one of the few sakes made by a woman, to name but a few. Learn how sake is made, how it’s polished, what the regiona...
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| Spanglish! Spanish and American Wines. |
| When: | Aug 14, 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 |
| | Spanish and American wines. We’re even making Sangria!! We’ll talk about the differences in wine making techniques and discuss food parings for each. We are honored to have Dan Baringer from Dyshfunctions joining us with samples of his catering menu. This is AMAZING food, so don’t miss it....
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| House of Glunz Tasting of Intriguing Red Grapes |
| When: | Aug 14, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 AM | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312-642-3000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The House of Glunz, 60610 |
| | Enjoy an exciting lineup of flavorful red grapes and blends that go beyond the ordinary, and are particularly fresh and vibrant with a slight chill. More than being unique, our criteria demands that these wines offer sensory pleasure. Aglianico, Primitivo, Xynomavro, Zweigelt, Monastell, Mourvedre, Tannat, Touriga and man...
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| Tomato Fest 2008 to Benefit Slow Food Chicago and Terra Madre |
| When: | Aug 14, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 for SF Members, $20 for Non Members | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chicago Honey Coop |
| | Calling all Chicagoland vegetable gardeners! Come strut your stuff and share a dish at the first annual Slow Food Chicago Heirloom Tomato Fest!
Bring a potluck dish to share and your chair!
See: www.candidwines.com/slowfoodtomatofest2008.html
Beer and Soft drinks from Goose Island
Wine from Candid Wines
Bread from Italian...
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W35-50/M40-55 |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kiki's Bistro, 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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| Date Night: Couples in the Kitchen |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $100/couple | | Phone: | 847-205-5353 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whole Foods Market-Northbrook, 60062 |
| | You deserve a night on the town with a little sizzle, so take your date out for an evening that will really get things cooking. Create this tantalizing, romantic meal together: Oysters Rockefeller, basil and goat cheese ravioli, red pepper steak roulade, Champagne and roses sorbet. (Registration required, hands-on class, fu...
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| Dinner and Drinks at Dream Dinners! |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | Varies based on meal selections. Call for details. | | Phone: | 773-697-4289 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Dream Dinners, 60657 |
| | Come and experience healthy, easy meal-making for today’s busy lifestyle. This is something you need to experience firsthand. Excellent meals paired with wine and zero prep time! WineStyles is pouring perfectly paired wines for your meal selections. Come join the “Meal Assembly Party”, and enjoy yourself with wine provid...
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| Gibby's Wine Den ~ Fridays @ 5 |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 630-208-6424 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gibby's Wine Bar, 60134 |
| | Meet us around the bar at Gibby's for a relaxing evening with wine-by-the-glass and live entertainment. ...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | Aug 15, 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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| Dinners with Lush: BBQ, Zin, and Rose |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $50 Non-refundable | | Phone: | 312.738.1900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lush Wine and Spirits on Halsted, 60607 |
| | DINNERS WITH LUSH: A series of patio parties
Please mark your calendars and tell your friendsýLush 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 outside! The Lushies have been whipp...
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| Wine Class - Basics of Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $30/person | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Do you know why wine geeks swirl, sniff, and almost gargle the wine? Can you pick up that hint of chocolate on the finish that everyone else can taste? Join us as we demonstrate the basic steps the pros use to evaluate wines to help you identify what you're smelling and tasting. Tickets are $30 per person and include win...
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| Italian Wine Tasting at Binny's in Highland Park |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $5.00 with Binny's Card | | Phone: | 847-831-5400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Highland Park, 60035 |
| | From Alto Adige in the north to Sicily in the south, Italy produces some of the world's finest wines! Taste over 30 reds and whites from famous Italian wine regions that include Tuscany, Piedmont, Vento and many others....
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Wines of the Old World |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 312-644-6360 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60654 |
| | Wine drinkers throughout the world owe an enormous debt to France and Italy, who gave us modern wine making as we know it. We’ll taste exemplar bottlings from France’s Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Rhone and Loire Valleys; plus Italy’s Tuscany and Veneto regions. We’ll also learn how to “crack the code” on would-be confusing Fre...
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| Sweet Jazz, Smooth Wine & Spicy Food -- A New Orleans Jumpin' Jazz Night |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 708-354-5722 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cafe 36 |
| | Live Jazz Music by the Peter Tye Quartet,
Wine Tasting with Wines from Around the World
Sidewalk Cafe Tables
Shrimp, Poor Boy Sandwiches, Crabcakes, Cornmeal Fried Oysters,
Chilled Louisiana Barbecued Shrimp & Crawfish
Hushpuppies
— $25.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity)
Special Dinner Menu includes Seafood Gumbo,
Crab Lou...
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| New age wines. Come Taste Australia & South Africa. Rogers Park |
| When: | Aug 15, 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, August 15th @ 6:00PM New Age Wines! Come taste Australia & South Africa! featuring: - Poachers Ridge Marsanne - Rietvallei Special Select Sauvignon Blanc -Amani Chardonnay -Sergio's Blend Shiraz -Turners Crossing Cabernet
Join us every Monday and Friday evening from 6:00PM-7:30PM for free tastin...
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| 2005 Scherrer Cabernet Barrel Tasting and 2006 Chardonnay Release |
| When: | Aug 15, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-256-7777 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Bottle Shop - Wilmette, 60091 |
| | Fred Scherrer is so pleased with the development of his 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon that he drew a barrel sample of the Estate Cab and Sonoma County Cab and sent out a bottle each to try along with the just released 2006 vintage of Scherrer Sonoma County Chardonnay. Fred's Chicago distributor Damien Casten will also being pouri...
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| Original Down Under-Australian Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 16, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $5.00 for Wine Club members, $10.00 for non-Wine Club Members | | Phone: | 847-397-7373 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sal's Beverage World, 60008 |
| | Ever had an Australian wine you didn't like? Seems like everything that comes out of this country is so loaded with fruit and flavor, it's hard not to like. And the variety just keeps on getting greater and greater, there's gotta be somethin' for everyone mate! Join us for this celebration of the land "Down Under"....
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages 21-40 |
| When: | Aug 16, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kiki's Bistro, 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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| Sangria Tasting |
| When: | Aug 16, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | (815) 436-3499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine & Cheese by TCC, 60544 |
| | Taste four different sangrias just in time for your summer get-togethers. Ah, the perfect time of year to pair fresh fruit with cold wine. Come try our sangrias and get everything you need to make them yourself, including the recipes....
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| Cork and Canvas - Free Wine Tasting |
| When: | Aug 16, 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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SaturdayAugust 16th, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Wine Tasting
2006 Terra Blanc Sauvignon Blanc
Yakinma Valley, WA
2005 Eola Hills Reserve Chardonnay
Amity-Eola Hills, OR
2005 Eola Hilla “La Creole”
Reserve Pinot Noir
Amity-Eola Hills, OR
2004 Camplazens Syrah
Vin de Pays, France
2003 Reininger
Cabernet Sauvignon
Walla Wal...
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| Cheesy Sunday, Taste Food and Wine, Rogers Park |
| When: | Aug 17, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | Wensleydale Cheese! The cheese made popular by the Wallace & Gromit movie series. "White Wensleydale cheese is only ripened for 3 weeks and is made from a lightly pressed, finely cut curd leaving a high moisture content giving a slightly crumbly, flaky texture.Hand made Real Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese is made from milk d...
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| Jazz & Juice at bin wine cafe |
| When: | Aug 18, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 773-486-cafe | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | bin wine cafe, 60622 |
| | Enjoy a laid-back night of funky jazz music from the Josh Burke Quartet, with great wine, artisanal cheese, a bounty of yummy finger-food and mingling with friends. A great way to ease into the week!
Tickets may be purchased online at www.bin36.com....
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| Wildfire Schaumburg & Wildfire Chicago hosts 2 wine dinner events with Clos du Bois Winery! |
| When: | Aug 18, 2008 (Mon) to
Aug 19, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $85.00 per person (all inclusive) | | Phone: | 773-398-6960 | | Email: | |
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