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document.write ("<tr><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td colspan='2' align='left'><b>15 Food and Wine Events for Chicago</b></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td colspan='2' align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/' target='top'>Click for Chicago Wine Calendar</a><br><br></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe204266&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-204266.html' target='top'>Dec 02 - Cellar Notes</a><div id='lwe204266' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe204266&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Advanced Sommelier Fernando Beteta is on hand to guide guests through a tasting of different wines or spirits of a particular varietal or region. Cellar Notes gives guests the opportunity to learn how to taste and evaluate wines or spirits, based on the subtle nuances in flavor, acidity, clarity and color of each selection. Topic: Champagnes: Moet &amp; Chandon, Veuve Clicquot and more...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212407&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-212407.html' target='top'>Dec 02 - Vintages Port &amp; Dessert Wine Seminar - Tue Dec 2nd 7PM</a><div id='lwe212407' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212407&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp; Port &amp; Dessert Wine SeminarTues, Dec 2nd   7-8:30pmReservations Required Learn why people have loved these wines for centuries...Taste and discover the different styles of fortified and dessert winesLearn how to make these wines a fun part of your entertaining$20/person - Fee can be applied to a purchase of $35 or more that eveningSpace is limited - so reserve your glass today ... it's a fun way to spend an evening,and you will learn something too!...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212769&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-212769.html' target='top'>Dec 02 - Wine Class w/ Sommelier Thomas Belelieu Key Characteristics of Reds</a><div id='lwe212769' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212769&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;<a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/rsvp/rsvp_submit.php?EVENTID=212769' target='new'><img border='0' width='20' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoRsvp.gif'>&nbsp;RSVP FOR THIS EVENT NOW!</a><br>Intro to wine class with Sommelier Thomas Belelieu - Red wines.  Key characteristics of the most popular red varieties!  RSVP required. Deadline - 12/01/08...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211490&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-211490.html' target='top'>Dec 03 - If the Wine matters, so does the glass.</a><div id='lwe211490' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211490&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Just in time for the holiday season!  Robert Hall, Bottega del Vino president, will discuss the mouth-blown, hand finished, lead-free wine glasses.  This is your chance to taste exquisite wine from arguably the world’s finest stemware.  All attendees in September were shocked at how the glass impacted the wine and you will be too! The cost for this special event is $45 per person ($35 for Wine Club Members) and is strictly limited to 15 people.  Each attendee goes home with a $54 glass.  First c...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211807&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-211807.html' target='top'>Dec 03 - WineStyles on Belmont and Bottega Del Vino invites you to a very special tasting event.</a><div id='lwe211807' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211807&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;WineStyles invites you to a very special tasting event.  Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from 7-9pm.  A selection of 3 varietals will be tasted using the hand made, lead free crystal stems from Bottega del Vino Crystal.  Discussion of the wines and the affect of the glass on the taste of the wine will take place with Robert Hall, President of Bottega del Vino Crystal.  Each guest will take home a beautiful Bottega del Vino crystal stem valued at $54.00.  The cost for this event is $45.00 per person ...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe213433&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-213433.html' target='top'>Dec 03 - Wines of the Levant: Lebanon and Israel</a><div id='lwe213433' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe213433&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Along with Egypt, we can thank the Levant for the continuous cultivation of wine in the West. Since then, their vineyards have gone through wide swings in size and quality. Today, a new generation of forward-thinking winemakers are trying to remake the region. Their many excellent wines are severely underrepresented in the US; while a few are already here, we'll do our best to track down a wide grouping of the rest (15-20) at this cool tasting.  All events begin at 7:30pm and require reservation...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe214254&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-214254.html' target='top'>Dec 03 - Just Grapes Holiday Extravaganza</a><div id='lwe214254' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe214254&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Join us for our 4th Annual Holiday Extravaganza to enjoy a wide selection of fantastic wines, delicious holiday food pairings provided by neighborhood restaurants, and complimentary massages. Come taste up to 50 wines that will meet all of your holiday needs. We'll be featuring wines that will be perfect for all gift recipients: those looking for the best bang for the buck, those who need to impress their boss, those in-laws who normally drink white Zinfandel, the wine connoisseur, and those who...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe216250&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-216250.html' target='top'>Dec 03 - Raymond Vineyards Wine Dinner @ Armand's Arlington Heights</a><div id='lwe216250' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe216250&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Join us at Armands in Arlington Heights for a fun family style dinner featuring the wines of Raymond Vineyards in Napa Valley. The price is $45 per person + tax &amp; gratutity. For more information or to make a reservation please phone 847-342-0664. ~House Salad~  2007 Raymond Reserve Sauvignon Blanc ~Eggplant Parmesan, Chicken Cacciatore &amp;  Mostaccioli w/ meatballs~  2006 Raymond Reserve Chardonnay 2005 Raymond Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon ~Sorbeto in Natural Fruit Shell~ 2005 Raymond Eloque...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe204362&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-204362.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Around the World; The Wines of Western Australia</a><div id='lwe204362' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe204362&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;<a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/rsvp/rsvp_submit.php?EVENTID=204362' target='new'><img border='0' width='20' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoRsvp.gif'>&nbsp;RSVP FOR THIS EVENT NOW!</a><br>Let us take you on a guided tour through the world or wines.  Sample an array of wines from the most famous regions of the world and indulge your palate with gourmet pairings from our contemporary american menu.  Join us in this magnificent journey....</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211107&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-211107.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Champagne Gala at Binny's in Lakeview</a><div id='lwe211107' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211107&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Sample over 100 sparkling wines including Champagne luxury cuvees Roederer Cristal, Taittinger Comtes De Champagne, Moet &amp; Chandon Dom Perignon, Salon and more! Also included will be sparklers from the U.S., Spain and Italy. Gourmet cheeses will be paired with the Champagnes. Reservations are recommended. ...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211304&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-211304.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Lush hosts Glunz Wine</a><div id='lwe211304' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe211304&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;LUSH Wine and Spirits 2232 West Roscoe Thursday, December 4th, 6-8pm:  Jim of Glunz Wine will be debuting at his first LUSH tasting....</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212773&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-212773.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Wine/Dinner pairing at Topaz Cafe - Burr-Ridge</a><div id='lwe212773' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212773&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;<a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/rsvp/rsvp_submit.php?EVENTID=212773' target='new'><img border='0' width='20' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoRsvp.gif'>&nbsp;RSVP FOR THIS EVENT NOW!</a><br>Off the Vine is pleased to announce a special Christmas Wine Dinner, featuring Topaz's executive chef, Giuseppe Scurato and Schweiger Wine expert, John Cressman!  All wines presented can be purchased at Off the Vine for a special discount to only those that attend the dinner.  RSVP required.  Deadline: 12/04/08.  For reservations and a detailed description of the menu, please call Off the Vine. (630) 455-0968.  ...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212782&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-212782.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Wine/Dinner Pairing at Topaz - Burr-Ridge!</a><div id='lwe212782' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe212782&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;<a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/rsvp/rsvp_submit.php?EVENTID=212782' target='new'><img border='0' width='20' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoRsvp.gif'>&nbsp;RSVP FOR THIS EVENT NOW!</a><br>Off the Vine is pleased to announce a special Christmas Wine Dinner, featuring Topaz's executive chef, Giuseppe Scurato and Schweiger Wine expert, John Cressman!  All wines presented can be purchased at Off the Vine for a special discount to only those that attend the dinner.  RSVP required.  Deadline: 12/04/08.  For reservations and a detailed description of the menu, please call Off the Vine. (630) 455-0968.  ...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe214328&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-214328.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - A Holiday Wine Tasting for Charity</a><div id='lwe214328' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe214328&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Come kick off your holiday celebrations with us savoring great wines paired with fondues, chocolates and other exquisite delights prepared by The Melting Pot The night promises to be fabulous evening of good food, good wine &amp; good times. Come meet other wine lovers at this great River North hot spot as you learn more about wine and  enjoy the unexpected  Proceeds from this event go to PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) for the prevention of homelessness. Advance tickets are required ple...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr valign='top'><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe215529&quot;).style.display=&quot;block&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoPlus.gif'></a>&nbsp;</td><td align='left'><a href='http://www.localwineevents.com/Chicago-Wine/event-215529.html' target='top'>Dec 04 - Between Friends' YPG Annual Holiday Party</a><div id='lwe215529' class='lweNotes' style='display:none'><a href='javascript:void(0);' onclick='javascript:document.getElementById(&quot;lwe215529&quot;).style.display=&quot;none&quot;;'><img border='1' width='12' height='12' src='http://www.localwineevents.com/common/images/icoMinus.gif'></a>&nbsp;Kick off the Holiday season by attending a networking event sponsored by the Young Professionals Group (YPG) of Between Friends, a Chicago-based agency dedicated to breaking the cycle of domestic violence, at Trader Todd's, 3216 North Sheffield, Chicago, IL, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4!  Half of your donation of $25, which includes beer, wine and appetizers, will be applied to the purchase of gift cards for the clients of Between Friends!  You can receive a gift as well ...</div></td><td width='3'>&nbsp;</td></tr>\n");
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