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 Vino Latino: The Politics of Wine in Spain, Argentina, and Chile. University of Chicago |
| When: | Oct 01, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:30-7 PM | | Cost: | $155 | | Phone: | 773/702-1722 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gleacher Center and Fox & Obel, 60611 |
| | The Politics of Wine in Spain, Argentina, and Chile (Autumn 2005)Course Number: LACAPWSpain has become one of the most exciting wine countries in the world and its wines have been widely praised by critics and consumers. Argentina and Chile have undergone major changes to become South America’s best producers. We will exami...
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| Y.O.U. Junior Board's 7th Annual Wine Tasting |
| When: | Oct 01, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $30 per person in advance and $40 per person at the door | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | FLATFILEgalleries, 60607 |
| | The Junior Board of Youth Organizations Umbrella, Inc. (Y.O.U.) is hosting their 7th Annual Wine Tasting event at FLATFILEgalleries in the Fulton Market district on Saturday, October 1, 2005 from 7-10pm. Two DJs will spin house, hip-hop, electro, and downtempo/experimental. Please join us for a night of wine tasting, artwor...
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| A Spanish Tasting: the Wines of Jorge Ordonez at Binny's in Schaumburg |
| When: | Oct 01, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | The exciting Spanish wines imported by Jorge Ordonez have returned to Chicagoland! We will be pouring thirty wines from the portfolio in this much anticipated event. Don't miss it! Free to club members, $10 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Fall Wine Festival in Downtown Naperville |
| When: | Oct 01, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Pay $5 for an Event Glass and Taste 60 Wines for Free | | Phone: | 630-848-1445 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Wine Cellars, 60540 |
| | We're located in Downtown Naperville on Jefferson across from Starbucks. What is our Fall Wine Festival all about? It's about fine wine, a good time, crisp fall weather, and your opportunity to take advantage of specially priced wine and great discounts. If that wasn't enough, think about this. We have 60 wines from some of...
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| Kosher Wine Tasting at Binny's in Highland Park |
| When: | Oct 02, 2005 (Sun) | | 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 |
| | Sample up to 2 dozen Kosher wines including new additions and old favorites as we gear up for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. $5 for club members, $10 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Pops for Champagne's Second Annual Efferfest Sparkling Wine Festival |
| When: | Oct 02, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm | | Cost: | $32 | | Phone: | 773 472 1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60657 |
| | Our 2nd annual Efferfest Sparkling Wine Festival, where we will sample more than 30 different sparkling wines from around the world, from countries like France, Italy, Spain, South Africa, Austria, United States, New Zealand, Australia and even Peru. Winery representatives will be on hand and an international food selectio...
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| BIN 36 Harvest Festival |
| When: | Oct 02, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 2 to 5 p.m. | | Cost: | $36 per person | | Phone: | (312) 755-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | BIN 36, 60610 |
| | Bin 36 presents the third annual Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. Guests have the opportunity to make their own Cabernet Sauvignon blend as they smell, swirl and sip their way to finding just the right combination for their custom-blended wine. Before leaving with their bottle of vino, participants can...
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| CANCELLED!! Sam's Academy Presents: The Wines of South America |
| When: | Oct 03, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $125 | | Phone: | 800.777.9137 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College- Rosen Family Wine Room, 60622 |
| | Three-Week Course- Come and taste some of South America's finest offerings from the most highly decorated winery in Chile; Montes has been noted as “the winery of the year” and “winemaker of the year,” as well as being honored on the Wine Spectator's list of the Top 100 wines of the year. Through the newest rising star in A...
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| Sam's Academy Presents: Step II - Intermediate Level- The World's Best Value Wines |
| When: | Oct 04, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $160 | | Phone: | 800.777.9137 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College- Rosen Family Wine Room, 60622 |
| | Join us Tuesdays in October; a four week course.
Three of the world's winemaking areas at present produce the globe's most exciting and best value wines- Southern France, Southern Italy, and the Southern Hemisphere. In the first three seminars, Sam's Academy Session Two tastes through wines from these places. In the fourt...
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| Southern Wine & Spirits of Illinois' Fall Festival |
| When: | Oct 05, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | (630) 685-3000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Navy Pier (Grand Ballroom & Lakeview Terrace), 60611 |
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This one-day, trade-only holiday show allows retailers and restaurateurs the opportunity to taste the remarkable products that make up Southern Wine & Spirits of Illinois' esteemed portfolio. Meet wine and spirits professionals and sample award-winning products all while you peruse Navy Pier’s historic Grand Ballroom. ...
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| “The Inverted Wine & Dine” |
| When: | Oct 05, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 pm | | Cost: | $85.00 | | Phone: | 773.772.9004 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, 60611 |
| | “The Inverted Wine & Dine”
Wednesday October 5, 2005, 7:30 PM
41 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, Illinois
Reservations: Markus Ford – 312-397-9500
Price: $85 per person
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant has teamed up with Napa Valley’s Sterling Vineyards for their annual Wine Dinner. Chef Michael Burkauskas is set...
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| Italian Night at Binny's in Lakeview |
| When: | Oct 05, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $15 for Club Members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Without the Romans, the world of fine wine would not exist as it does today. Although much has changed over the centuries, Italy is still one of the preeminent wine producing nations. From Piedmont to Sicily and everywhere else in between, Italy remains one of the world's most compelling sources of great wine. Come taste ov...
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| American Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Benefit |
| When: | Oct 05, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm | | Cost: | $49 by Sept 30th or $59 at the door (100% of the profits will be donated to the American Red Cross Katrina Relief Fund) | | Phone: | (312)627-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
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American Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Charity Event
Wednesday, October 5th 5:30 PM - 9:30 PMThe Basics of Food & Wine Pairings
Join us to help do our part in assisting in the relief efforts of Hurricane Katrina. We know that everyone would like to help the victims of this terrible disaster, but may not know how they...
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| Blind Tasting |
| When: | Oct 05, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $25 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | Get ready to sharpen your palette, and exercise your nose! In this class we will taste six mystery wines. Learn what to look for when you swirl, sniff, and taste. $25 per person. All classes start at 7:00pm. To guarantee a seat, 100% payment when placing reservations is mandatory. No cancellations and no refunds. Thank you....
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| Evening of Fine Wine for The Sue Duncan Childrens Center Foundation |
| When: | Oct 06, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00pm | | Cost: | $125 single; $200 Couple; $1,000 for 'table' of ten | | Phone: | 312.953.3260 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | University Club |
| | New wines for tasting at a new location! Join us this year at The University Club on Thursday, October 6, 2005 for an evening of fine wine and eclectic light fare. Place your bids in the live and silent auctions, mingle with friends, enjoy a relaxing evening after work. It's all for Sue's kids and families at the Center!...
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| Bordeaux Night at Binny's in Chicago - Downtown |
| When: | Oct 06, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00-7:30PM | | Cost: | $25 for club members, $35 non-members | | Phone: | 312-332-0012 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Beverage Depot in Chicago - Downtown, 60610 |
| | Please join us for our Bordeaux event of the year. We'll be pouring more than 30 wines from Bordeaux. From St. Estephe in the north through Sauternes in the south with dozens of classified wines up to and including 1st Growth, there will be something for every Bordeaux lover. The wines will be paired up with gourmet special...
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| Fall Wine Festival at Binny's in Glen Ellyn |
| When: | Oct 08, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | 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 on Saturday, October 8th, from 1-4 P.M., for Glen Ellyn's biggest wine event of the year. We will be tasting over 100 wines, with many new releases. At least 10 countries will be represented, from the U.S and France to hot newcomers like New Zealand and South Africa. We will also have raffles for valuable prizes dur...
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| A Taste of Italy at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Oct 08, 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 |
| | Take our virtual tasting tour of Italy - over 60 wines from Tuscany, Venice, Verona, Emilia Romagna, Fruili, Alto Adige, Piedmont, Sicily and more. Enjoy Italian fare from Braconi’s of Naperville. Live Music. Proceeds will be donated to The Naperville Humane Society. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations recom...
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| Ken Forrester Winemaker Dinner at Eclectic Restaurant in Barrington |
| When: | Oct 08, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:30 pm Reception | | Cost: | $89 per person | | Phone: | 847-566-4600 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Eclectic Restaurant, 60010 |
| | DiCarlo's Fine Wines and Spirits of Mundelein, IL invites you to a Winemaker Dinner at Eclectic Restaurant in Barrington, IL on Saturday, October 8 at 6:30pm. Ken Forrester of Ken Forrester Vineyards (South Africa) will be presenting his wines during the six-course dinner hand selected by executive chef and owner Patrick C...
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| MS Benefit and Wine Tasting |
| When: | Oct 09, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 312-808-1804 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bourbon Street, 60803 |
| | A $20 donation includes food, beverages and live music. Wine tasting sponsored by Orland Park Wine & Spirits will take place from 1:00 - 4:00. Bourbon Street has graciously donated space for this worthwhile cause. Plenty of wine, beer and spirits will be on hand that was donated by local beverage distributors and national...
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| Spiaggia Celebrates the Cheeses and Humanitarian Work of Angelo Frosio |
| When: | Oct 11, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6-9 p.m. | | Cost: | $65 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 312 280 3300 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Private Dining Rooms of Spiaggia, 60611 |
| | SPIAGGIA CELEBRATES THE CHEESES AND THE HUMANITARIAN WORK OF ANGELO FROSIO ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2005
Spiaggia Unveils The World’s Rarest, Most Aged Cheese
While Supporting Angelo Frosio’s Art School for the Handicapped
CHICAGO (September 13, 2005) – On Tuesday, October 11, from 6 to 9 p.m., The Private Dining Rooms of S...
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| Pinot Noir Night |
| When: | Oct 12, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $40 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | Some wine makers consider Pinot Noir to be the hardest grape to grow...but it's worth it. Taste this elegant grape in its truest form, from California, to France, to Australia. All classes start at 7:00pm. To guarantee a seat, 100% payment when placing reservations is mandatory. No cancellations and no refunds. Thank you....
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| West Coast Harvest Time |
| When: | Oct 13, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $38.00 per person | | Phone: | 847-651-9155 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Berruti's, 60089 |
| | Wine is Life in California, Oregon and Washington. Join the experience and savor some eclectic choices such as lucious reds that include Syrah, Merlot and Zinfandel; also sleek whites like Viognier, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay...Each of our tastings feature six outstanding wines paired perfectly with the food stylings of chef...
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| Bordeaux Night at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Oct 14, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $25 for Club Members, $35 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | Join us for this incredible experience as we open over 40 bottles of top quality Bordeaux wines. Included in this blockbuster lineup will be a Chateau Montrose vertical and a few highlights from the extraordinary 2000 vintage. $25 for club members, $35 non-members. All proceeds to be donated to the Red Cross Hurricane Katri...
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| Benziger Wine Tasting & Seminar |
| When: | Oct 14, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:30 - 7:00 P.M | | Cost: | $45.00 | | Phone: | 312-321-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UnCork-It Wine Liquor Party Superstore, 60611 |
| | Join us for this great seminar taught by Kathy Benziger from Benziger wines. Learn from seed to glass the techniques that have made her family business such a great success. Kathy will introduce you to her family wines including their high end Tribute line. Learn the variety of grapes, soil and more. This intimate setting o...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Wine Tasting 101 |
| When: | Oct 14, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 7-8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | In this class we’ll swish, swirl, and spit (well, maybe not spit) our way to vinous enlightenment! We’ll put our noses and taste buds to the test, learning the basics of deductive tasting: how to assess color, body, bouquet, palate, and finish. (Class can be taken individually, or as part of a series.) ...
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| Meet and taste with Friuli winemaker Marco Furlan |
| When: | Oct 14, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 3:00 | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312-527-5810 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Artisan Cellar, 60654 |
| | The Artisan Cellar is hosting an appearance by Friuli winemaker Marco Furlan. This is a great opportunity to taste some very special wines with the man who actually produces them. Furlan is a family-run estate in Castello di Cosa, located in the center, or heart, of Friuli. They make outstanding, modern wines, red and white...
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| Glenmorangie/Ardbeg Scotch Tasting at Binny's Express in Chicago - Hyde Park |
| When: | Oct 15, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | | | Phone: | 773-324-5000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Express in Chicago - Hyde Park, 60615 |
| | Meet Davinia Small, Brand Ambassador for Glenmorangie, Ardbeg, and Glen Moray, and taste why these distilleries are considered amongst the elite in Scotland. Donations will be accepted for the Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund.
Call (773)324-5000 or email hydepark@binnys.com for more information.
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| International Wine Extravaganza at Binny's in Des Plaines |
| When: | Oct 15, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 847-956-1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Des Plaines, 60016 |
| | Sample more than fifty wines from around the globe! Featuring wines from Spain, Germany, France, South America, Italy, Australia, and the good ol’ U.S. of A. This event is not to be missed. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Halloween Wine Tasting - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | Oct 15, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00pm - 8:00pm | | Cost: | No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments - Edison Park, Chicago, 60631 |
| | Join us Saturday October 15 between 2:00pm and 8:00pm and taste some of our wines. Halloween is right around the corner and we are decorated for the holiday. A complete list of wines to be tasted can be located on our web site. As usual, there is no charge for our tasting....
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| Lynfred Winery & Tasting deVine Cellars Winemaker Dinner |
| When: | Oct 16, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 6:00 pm | | Cost: | $69.00 | | Phone: | 630-505-0900, ext. 3100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Allgauer's Hilton Naperville, 60532 |
| | Join Illinois' oldest & largest winery, and their new Naperville sister store, Tasting deVine Cellars, for an exquisite evening of food and wine! Lynfred Winery & Tasting deVine Cellars will be pairing up its award-winning wines with a five-course, gourmet dinner, created by Allgauer Chef Nick Landeweer. Enjoy an amazing ...
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| Walter Schug Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 17, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00PM | | Cost: | $55.00 p/person | | Phone: | 312-573-0011 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Melting Pot Restaurant, 60610 |
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Walter Schug will discuss his winemaking philosophies during our Fondue Dinner.
Cocktail Reception
with Schug Rouge de Noirs Sparkling Wine
First Course
Schug Chardonnay with Pesto Walnut Swiss Cheese Fondue
Second Course
Schug Pinot Noir with Spinach Salad
Third Course
Schug Merlot with Chicken, Marinated Lamb, B...
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| Sam's Wines & Spirits-Chicago-Stinkies & Stickies Seminar |
| When: | Oct 18, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits- Chicago, 60614 |
| | The world of cheese is not for the odor challenged. Some of the world's greatest, most formidable and tastiest cheeses are the "stinkies"-especially washed rind and blue cheeses. We'll taste through six of these, paired with six wines from around the world that often work best with them, the "stickies," sweet to medium-swee...
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| An Intimate Evening With Slow Food Intl And Thyme |
| When: | Oct 18, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm | | Cost: | $400 per person | | Phone: | Cerise Mayo, 718/260-8000 or | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Thyme, 60622 |
| | Over the last twenty years, Carlo Petrini , Founder of Slow Food International has profoundly changed the international food landscape. It is no surprise that he has been recognized worldwide as a charismatic communicator; all those who meet Carlo and hear him speak emerge newly inspired and hopeful for a sustainable and de...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Cheap n' Good Wines |
| When: | Oct 18, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6-7:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | 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 2005. (Class can be taken individually, or as part of a series.) ...
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| Revisiting France |
| When: | Oct 19, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7 -9 pm | | Cost: | $15 per person | | Phone: | 773 772 7100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | feast restaurant, 60647 |
| | Revisiting France
From classics to modern expressions, join us for a tasting of a wide range of French wines.
La vérité est dans le vin. October 19
All wine events are from 7-9 p.m.
$15 per person includes wine + appetizers.
All wine events are on the third Wednesday of the month.
Reservations are recommended as the events...
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| Tutto De La Panza |
| When: | Oct 19, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30pm | | Cost: | $65 per person (plus tax and gratuity) | | Phone: | 847-991-7006 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vittorio De Roma, 60067 |
| | Vittorio De Roma, Academia Barilla and Cosentino Winery Present
TUTTO PE' LA PANZA!
Vittorio De Roma Restaurant, Academia Barilla and Cosentino Winery will present TUTTO PE' LA PANZA (Everything for the stomach) an educational wine dinner, Wednesday, October 19th at 6:30pm at Vittorio De Roma, 154 Northwest Hwy in Palatine....
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| Best Buys Under $15 |
| When: | Oct 19, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $15 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | Another Twisted Vine favorite. Let us show you why you don't need to spend an arm and a leg to find quality wine. All classes start at 7:00pm. To guarantee a seat, 100% payment when placing reservations is mandatory. No cancellations and no refunds. Thank you.
Wine Club Members receive $5 off each class!...
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| Wine Talk - Zinfandels |
| When: | Oct 19, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6pm-8pm | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 312.397.9818 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Up Gallery | Event Space, 60610 |
| | Wine Talk – Monthly, 6:00-8:00 pm $25
Featuring an informal tasting and discussion of a themed varietal or region. Both experts and novices are invited to take part. We will open some of our favorite finds and share the facts, while we analyze together the nuances that each wine brings to the nose and palate. Come to dri...
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| A Grand Tasting of the Classic Wines of Bordeaux |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 pm | | Cost: | $45.00 | | Phone: | 630-435-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The View Restaurant at River Bend Golf Course, 60532 |
| | Wine Expressions
In cooperation with
The View Restaurant at River Bend Golf Course
and ChicaGourmets
Invites you to join us for
A Grand Tasting of
Classic Wines of Bordeaux!
Featuring wine connoisseur W.R. Tish
Of the Bordeaux Wine Bureau.
Thursday, October 20, 2005, 7 pm
At The View Restaurant at River Bend Golf Course
$...
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| Italian Night at Binny's in Lakeview |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $15 for club members, $25 non-members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Beverage Depot in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Without the Romans, the world of fine wine would not exist as it does today. Although much has changed over the centuries, Italy is still one of the preeminent wine producing nations. From Piedmont to Sicily and everywhere else in between, Italy remains one of the world's most compelling sources of great wine. Come taste ov...
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| Thanksgiving Tasting at Binny's in Elmwood Park |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 for club members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-456-2112 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Beverage Depot in Elmwood Park, 60707 |
| | Join us for a tasting of wines specially selected to match up to all of your favorite holiday foods. Including staff picks and customer favorites, we sample more than 30 wines from the tried and true such as Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer to newly discovered stars of Spain and Italy. Don't miss this tasting! $10 for club mem...
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| Rock For Reading at Goose Island |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 8pm to Midnight | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 773.529.2022 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Goose Island Wrigleyville |
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Rock For Reading with Lincoln Park Athletic Club and Goose Island
Rockin' DJ and Rockin' Raffle
$20 Donation for admission includes wine and Goose Island beers.
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| Third Thursday Wine Class - Monterey |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $15 | | Phone: | 847 673-5711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Schaefer's / Skokie, 60076 |
| | Join us on Thursday, Oct 20 at 6:30pm for a stimulating review of the Monterey area of California...the history, the vines that thrive and those that don't. We'll explore the regions and the reasons behind this historic part of California's past and future. Our guest VIP will guide us through the wines of Morgan Winery. ...
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| Pops for Champagne - Cava Tasting |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 773 472 1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60657 |
| | No reservations necessary, just a clean palate and an open mind to taste through over 15 different "Cavas," the sparkling wines of Spain made in the classic méthode traditionelle. Learn what makes Cava one of the freshest choices in sparkling wine today - often great value - handcrafted from unique selections of Spanish gr...
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| Boka Winemaker Series - Aussie Rules |
| When: | Oct 20, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:30 | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312-337-6070 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Boka, 60614 |
| | Nibble on appetizers from Boka's new fall menu while sampling wines from acclaimed Australian winemaker, Sergio Carlei. Sergio, one of the coolest guys in the wine business, makes award-winning wines from select vineyards in Victoria, Australia. He will be on hand to crack jokes and answer all of your questions.
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| Third Annual Chicago Wine and Food Festival |
| When: | Oct 21, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | Visit www.cwff.net for details | | Cost: | Visit www.cwff.net for details | | Phone: | 312.867.3247 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Visit www.cwff.net for details |
| | The Chicago Wine and Food Festival Foundation is proud to announce the 2005 Chicago Wine & Food Festival Weekend to benefit Pediatric Aids Chicago and
the Greater Chicago Food Depository! The Chicago Wine & Food Festival showcases and celebrates the excellence of Chicago’s wine and culinary community....
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| CWFF-Dom Perignon Champagne Reception & Welcome Awards Gala Dinner |
| When: | Oct 21, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 6pm- Reception & 7pm- Dinner | | Cost: | $175 | | Phone: | 312..867.3247 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Avenues at The Peninsula Chicago, 60611 |
| | Day One of the Third Annual Chicago Wine & Food Festival featuring:
Chef Graham Elliot Bowles
Presentation of the William R. Rice Awards for outstanding achievement & contribution to Chicago's Wine & Food Culture for:
Chef of the Year
Most Promising Chef
Distinguished Wine Steward ...
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| Executive German Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 21, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm | | Cost: | Member: $ 115, Non-Members: $ 135 | | Phone: | 312-644-2662 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Mid-America Club - 80th floor, Aon Center |
| | The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest cordially invites you and your guests to attend GACCoM's Executive German Wine Dinner 2005 featuring wines from the most famous wine-growing areas of Germany.
Cocktail Hour; A seven-course perfectly paired dinner; Dessert Reception....
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| Wine Goddess Presents: The 5 White Grapes You Should Know |
| When: | Oct 21, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 7-8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | After learning tasting techniques and the basic styles of wine, we’ll taste and assess stellar examples of America’s five most beloved white wine grapes: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris/Grigio, and Viognier. (Class can be taken individually, or as part of a series.) ...
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| CWFF-Chicago's Most Distinquished Wine Afficantos present a Reserve Wine Tasting |
| When: | Oct 22, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1pm to 3pm | | Cost: | $100 | | Phone: | 312.867.3247 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Avenues at The Peninsula Chicago, 60611 |
| | Day Two of the Third Annual Chicago Wine & Food Festival - Reserve Wine Tasting featuring First Growth Bordeaux, Opus One, Dominus, Quintessa, Gaja, Ornellaia and some High-End Rhone Wines. Visit www.cwff.net for more details....
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| Customer Requests and Staff Favorites Tasting at Binny's in Highland Park |
| When: | Oct 22, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 847-831-5400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Highland Park, 60035 |
| | Email us your suggestions and reservations at highlandpark@binnys.com and taste some of the best of what the new vintages have to offer. We will randomly pick out two dozen of your suggestions and our staff favorites. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| The Wines and Cheeses of Spain and Portugal at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Oct 22, 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 |
| | Sample from more than 40 wines from Spain and Portugal, including some of the newest releases from importers Eric Solomon and Jorge Ordonez. Selections will be matched up with regional cheeses and gourmet selections by our Gourmet Grocery. $10 club members, $15 non-members. Proceeds will be donated to the Naperville Humane ...
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| Port Tasting at Binny's in Schaumburg |
| When: | Oct 22, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | We are honored to welcome guest pourer, Robert Bower of the Taylor Fladgate partnership, in the kickoff tasting of the Porto season. Sample wines from the newly released 2003 Vintage as well as vintage character, wood ports, single quintas and late bottled vintage and find out the difference in this unique wine tasting even...
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| Wine Thing |
| When: | Oct 22, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1100am to 300pm | | Cost: | Free with $5.00 refundable glass rental | | Phone: | 630-469-2644 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cabernet & Company, 60137 |
| | Come and taste wine like the professionals, we will have 100 wines open ranging in price from $8.99 to $50.00 and above. This is our Autumn tasting and so we will also have great discounts. Starting at 5% and going up to 24% See you there....
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| DiCarlo's Willowbrook presents: Autumn Food & Wine Fantasy 2005 |
| When: | Oct 22, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 – 4:00 P.M. | | Cost: | $20 members/$50 non-members | | Phone: | 630-654-0988 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Drury Lane - Oak Brook Terrace, 60181 |
| | Autumn Food & Wine Fantasy 2005
Saturday, October 22nd
Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace
Join us for our Autumn Food & Wine Fantasy 2005 where we will be presenting over 700 wines paired with signature dishes from the areas finest restaurants and caterers. We invite you to this premier Chicago event were you will enjoy an array ...
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| CWFF-Grand Event! A full day of wine, food & education! |
| When: | Oct 23, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:30am to 5:30pm | | Cost: | $80 | | Phone: | 312.867.3247 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College, 60622 |
| | Day Three of the Third Annual Chicago Wine & Food Festival includes:
Exclusive Cooking Demonstrations from many of Chicago's top Chefs
Enticing Wine, Cheese and Beer Tastings
40 of our favorite restaurants presenting signature dishes and at least 200 wines to explore....
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| BIN 36 hosts WINE BASICS 101: Getting Friendly With Your Bottle |
| When: | Oct 24, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $36 per person | | Phone: | (312) 755-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | BIN 36, 60610 |
| | BIN School, strives to educate guests about wine in an approachable, down-to-earth way.
WINE Basics 101: Getting Friendly With Your Bottle -
An introductory class demystifying some common wine misconceptions and covering the basics of wine: what wine is and how it is made; how to "taste" wine rather than "drink" it.
$36 pe...
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| Oregon and Washington Wine Class |
| When: | Oct 25, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm-8:30pm | | Cost: | $25 per person | | Phone: | 773 883 5101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | D.O.C. Wine Bar, 60614 |
| | Here's your chance to taste and learn about Oregon and Washington wines. Join us for our wine class, offering 15 wines from the Pacific Northwest. All wines tasted will be available for purchase and will be offered at special pricing for the day. Hope to see you here.
Advance purchase of tickets is highly recommended. ...
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| Wine Goddess Presents: Ode to France and Italy |
| When: | Oct 25, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6-7:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | 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 winemaking 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 Fren...
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| Guenoc Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 25, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 - 9:00PM | | Cost: | $55.00 p/person | | Phone: | 312-573-0011 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Melting Pot Restaurant, 60610 |
| | Cocktails
Guenoc Sauvignon Blanc
Course One
Langtry Meritage White with French Onion Swiss Cheese Fondue
Course Two
Guenoc Petit Sirah with Cherry Blossom Salad
Course Three
Guenoc Claret with Teriyaki Sirloin, Marinated Duck, NY Strip Steak, Black Tiger Shrimp & Salmon Filet
Course Four
Guenoc Petit Sirah Port with Pure ...
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| October French Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 26, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7pm | | Cost: | $85.00 (excluding tax & gratuity) | | Phone: | 847-864-3435 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Oceanique Restaurant, 60202 |
| | French wines and seasonal cuisine hosted by Vincent Ehret of Fine Vines....
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| Intro To Italy |
| When: | Oct 26, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $20 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | This whole country is one big vine! Learn how to decode Italian wine labels, and further your appreciation. All classes start at 7:00pm. To guarantee a seat, 100% payment when placing reservations is mandatory. No cancellations and no refunds. Thank you.
Wine Club Members receive $5 off each class!...
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| Windy City Wine Club FALL Wine Tasting at The Grotto on State |
| When: | Oct 26, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 - 8:30 pm | | Cost: | $32.00 | | Phone: | 773 687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Grotto on State, 60610-2812 |
| | Join US for our Fall Monthly Wine Tasting in the heart of the Gold Coast! On Wed. October 26th we will celebrate 20 different wines that you will want to know for all Fall occassions and the upcoming holidays!
Tasting stations will have reds and whites poured for your sampling while you snack on great hot and cold appetizer...
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| Wine Maker and Cheese Maker Dinner at Tallgrass Restaurant |
| When: | Oct 27, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00PM | | Cost: | $100 Inclusive | | Phone: | (708) 383-7543 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tallgrass Restaurant, 60441 |
| | ChicaGourmets! WINE MAKER & CHEESE MAKER DINNER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2005, 7:00 P.M. Tallgrass 1006 South State Street, Lockport, IL 815-838-5566
Tallgrass, One of the Top 20 Chicago Restaurants over the Span of 20 Years
by Pat Bruno, Chicago Sun-Times, Sept. ‘05
Winner Best restaurant of Chicagoland, 1999 Chicago Sun-T...
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| "For the Love of Loire" Wine Tasting |
| When: | Oct 27, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 | | Phone: | 312-836-7855 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kensington's Fine & Rare Wines, 60611 |
| | Travel with Kensington’s on a journey through the wines of France as we taste over 50 wines from France’s most popular growing region hand picked by Robert Kacher Selections!
Special pricing will be available for mix and match 2, 3, 6, and 12 bottle cases.
R.s.v.p. to Brian by Tuesday, October 25th....
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| Chateau Palmer and Chateau de Beaucastel Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 27, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 pm | | Cost: | $325 per person excluding tax and gratuity | | Phone: | (312) 573 6695 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Peninsula Hotel / Avenues, 60611 |
| | Château Palmer and Château de Beaucastel Wine Dinner
Avenues has the pleasure of inviting you to join Marc Perrin of Château de Beaucastel and Thomas Duroux of Château Palmer for an Epicurean evening showcasing the discerning cuisine of Graham Elliot Bowles, Chef de Cuisine, Avenues
$325 per person, excluding tax and gratui...
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| Château Palmer and Château de Beaucastel Wine Dinner |
| When: | Oct 27, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 P.M. | | Cost: | $325 per person | | Phone: | 312-573-6695 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Avenues at The Peninsula Chicago Hotel, 60611 |
| | Château Palmer and Château de Beaucastel
Wine Dinner
Thursday October 27th 2005
RECEPTION
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Château de Beaucastel Blanc “Vielles Vignes” 2003
AMUSE BOUCHE
BEEF
french green lentils, espresso paint, micro arugula sprouts
Château Palmer Margaux 2000
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 1999
OSTRICH
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| Wine Goddess Presents: The 5 Red Grapes You Should Know |
| When: | Oct 28, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 7-8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $55 | | Phone: | 773-472-6700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Chopping Block Cooking School, 60625 |
| | The diplomatic answer to The Five White Grapes You Should Know, in this class we’ll taste and tackle Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Sangiovese. We’ll also peg where on the map these noble grapes grow best. (Class can be taken individually, or as part of a series.) ...
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| Red Masque Ball |
| When: | Oct 28, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 8PM - 2AM (open bar until Midnight) | | Cost: | $60 at the door. $50 before 10/27 for LocalWineEvents.com readers on line! | | Phone: | 312-924-1886 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Congress Theater, 60647 |
| | The 18h Annual Red Masque Ball Has Moved its Haunt to The Congress Theater
Halloween Revelers Rouse Up the Spirits to Raise Money for the HIV Care
Program at Michael Reese Hospital
We invite you to eat, drink and be scary!! Don't be frightened, as this e-mail is just one more invitation to join us at the RedMasqueBall Frid...
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| Taste French wines with Heinz |
| When: | Oct 28, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 3:00 to 6:00 | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312-527-5810 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Artisan Cellar, 60654 |
| | We became concerned when we heard that Heinz Harke's name was on the short list to replace Pierce Brosnan as the new James Bond. Though he assured us that if selected he would still be able to run Orange Imports, his French wine importing company, we weren't sure he could devote enough time to the wine business. We heaved a...
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| DiCarlo's : Fall Wine & Food Extravaganza |
| When: | Oct 29, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm | | Cost: | $25 per person | | Phone: | 847-566-4600 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Marriott Lincolnshire |
| | Join us at the annual DiCarlo's Fall Wine & Food Extravaganza at the Marriott Lincolnshire. The event will boast over 600 wines, local restaurant fare, wine seminars and much more. All attendees will receive a commemorative Reidel wine glass to keep as well as other goodies to take home. Tickets for the event are availab...
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| Piazza Bella throws a Hallo-Wine Dinner with La Cappuccina |
| When: | Oct 31, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 p.m. hors d'oeuvres; 7:15 p.m. dinner | | Cost: | $69 plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 773-477-7330 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Piazza Bella Trattoria, 60618 |
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HalloWine Dinner ~ Winemaker Sisto Tessari hosts Piazza Bella’s HalloWine Dinner with Heritage Wine Cellars
Ghosts and goblins alike are invited to attend a HalloWine Dinner being presented on Halloween night by Heritage Wine Cellars and Piazza Bella Trattoria. The event features Italian winemaker Sisto Tessari who introdu...
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