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| Washington Wine Academy: Wine Singles - Meet your Match! |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $30.00 (USD) Visit our website to place your reservation in advance | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Touchstone Gallery, 20004 |
| | Please make reservations in advance by visiting our website at http://www.washingtonwineacademy.org/public-events.htm#may1 today!
We have been asked to do more events geared towards singles in their 30's and 40's. Glad to help but need your help as well. We all know the DC market has a lot of wonderful single women who love...
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| Wines of Spain Wine Dinner at Jasmine Cafe at Lake Anne in Reston |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 AM | | Cost: | $68 per person plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 703-471-9114 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Jasmine Cafe at Lake Anne, 20190 |
| | We are happy to have the winemaker from the Agro de Bazan winery, Manuel Otaro-Gudino, as our guest host for the evening to guide us through several of his wines. And Chef Eduardo has screamed up another tantalizing menu for us to enjoy! Agro de Bazan was founded in 1992 in the Val do Salnes area in northwestern Spain. A...
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| Dos De Mayo |
| When: | May 02, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $5.00 | | Phone: | 540-446-2250 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery, 22554 |
| | Join us May 2nd for an early Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Enjoy vino frappes, mariachi music, festive cuisine and DISCOUNTS!...
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| Beer and Wine Tasting in Arlington |
| When: | May 02, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 703-536-5040 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Westover Market Arlington, VA, 22205 |
| | An excellent opportunity to sample an excellent array of beer and wine. Come tour Westover Market's Great Wall of Beer, which carries over 400 different types of beer; domestics, microbrews, and imports.
Tastings are conducted by beer and wine vendors, with special appearances by breweries.
www.westovermarket.com
703-536...
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| Art Show |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $3 tasting fee for 6 wines while you enjoy local art | | Phone: | 540-687-5219 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Swedenburg Winery, 20117 |
| | Enjoy your tasting while enjoying outstanding local art work....
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| Judd's Hill Tasting with James Emerson |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | 703.753.5554 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cork & Fork, 20155 |
| | Join us as we taste through the whole Judd Hill line. Very exclusive wines, very hard to find, and very good....
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 Annapolis Crab Feast & Pub Crawl on The KegBus! |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM | | Cost: | 45.00 | | Phone: | 202-558-0270 ext 205 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Clarendon Metro Station, 22201 |
| | Annapolis Crab Feast & Pub CrawlPART THREE !!!---ONLY $45---Since the past couple crab trips have been so fantastic….how ‘bout we do it again?Join the KegBus as we party our way to Annapolis, AGAIN! The weather is going to be great and we are all craving some yummy crabs, good beers, scenic views and just the opportunity to...
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| Montpelier Wine Festival |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) to
May 04, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $14 Advance/$20 Gate | | Phone: | 1800-594-8499 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | James Madison's Montpelier, 22957 |
| | Two day spring extravaganza featuring tastings with 20 of Virginia's finest wineries all on the historic grounds of James Madison's Montpelier in rural Orange County. Live music, Revolutionary War encampment, kite festival. Enjoy carriage rides, cooking with wine classes, picnic on the grounds. Special children's activities...
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| May 4 – Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Veramar. |
| When: | May 04, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $10 per person | | Phone: | 540-955-5510 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Veramar Vineyard, 22611 |
| | May 4 – Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Veramar. Come out and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Veramar. We’ve added the “South of the Border” flair to our specialty wine drinks and music. South of the Border fare available for purchase. $10/person includes wine tasting, music and souvenir glass. 11–5pm, music begins at 1pm.
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| Friends of the Orphans' Cuatro de Mayo Fiesta |
| When: | May 04, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 | | Phone: | 703-848-2072 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tarara Winery, 20176 |
| | Friends of the Orphans invites you to experience la vida loca at our muy caliente Cuatro de Mayo Fiesta at the Tarara Winery’s Lakeside Pavilion on Sunday, May 4, 2008!
The Cuatro de Mayo celebration is the Friends of the Orphans’ own twist on Cinco de Mayo! The festivities will include LIVE salsa music from Son Quatro, a ...
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| Field Trip to Fabbioli Cellars in Leesburg by The Wine Seller in Herndon |
| When: | May 04, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM | | Cost: | $70 inclusive | | Phone: | 703-771-1197 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fabbioli Cellars, 20176 |
| | A field trip for adults! Join us as we spend an afternoon in Virginia Wine Country at Fabbioli Cellars in Loudoun County. We'll meet at the store (304 Elden Street in Herndon) and Reston Limo will bus us from the store to the winery and back. Once we arrive at the winery, owner Doug Fabbioli will give us a tour of the fa...
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| Introduction to Wine Class at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $35 per person | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Have you been bitten by 'the wine bug' and want to learn more about wine? We'll take you on a Tour de Fource around the wine world as we discover grape varietals, wine growing regions and vinification processes. We'll try the basic grape varietals and discover stylistically what flavor profile of wines you enjoy which wil...
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| Cakebread Wine Dinner@ Ritz Carton Tyson Corner with Dennis Cakebread |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $160 | | Phone: | 703 917 5498 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Ritz Carlton, 22102 |
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CAKEBREAD DINNER AT THE RITZ CARLTON
TYSONS CORNER
May 6th 2008
Host : Dennis Cakebread
Canapés
Oyster en Gelee
Foie Gras Sandwich
Mint Tomato Lollipop
Scallop and Maple
Crayfish Bouche
Wine
Sauvignon Blanc. Cakebread Cellars 2006
Dinner
Asian Crab Salad, Ginger and Honey Carrot Terrine, Radish Salad
Chardon...
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| A Celebration of Virginia Wine and Food |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $75.00/person/event, $125.00 with wine pairings | | Phone: | 877-219-4663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Hilltoppers at Goodstone Inn- Wine Tasting Dinners, 20117 |
| | " A Celebration of Virginia Wine and Food"
Enjoy a 4 course epicurean wine dinner event in the heart of Virginia wine country. See website for menu....
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| Loire Valley Wine Dinner with Master of Wine, Sandy Block |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $85 pp (tax and gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 7038278900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Legal Sea Foods, Tysons Galleria, 22102 |
| | Join Master of Wine, Sandy Block, as he takes us on a journey of the Loire Valley, sampling five wines with complementary culinary creations. Call or email the restaurant for more details, or to be sent a complete Wine List.Menu of the event.
Seating strickly limited. Reservations essential.
Contact: Don Woodward AGM...
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| Wine Down |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $10 | | Phone: | (540) 687-8011 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Market Salamander, 20117 |
| | This week we will concentrate on the region of Santa Barbara, California, with an exclusive tasting of the Burgundy and Bordeaux varietals of the Three Saints Winery. Three Saints wines are all crafted from Dierberg Family estate grapes, each grown to reflect the unique characteristics of the three appellations within Santa...
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| Duckhorn Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $175 - inclusive of tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 703-796-0128 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston Town Center, 20190 |
| | A reception and dinner featuring the lavish wines of Napa Valley’s Duckhorn Vineyards paired with Morton’s outstanding signature cuisine
Warm Brie Baguette topped with Wild Mushrooms, Oysters on the Half Shell, Smoked Salmon Canapes
Duckhorn, Napa, Sauvignon Blanc 2007
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| Washington Wine Academy: Sideways - Special Screening with Optional Wine Tasting at Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse! |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $5.50 for Screening only; Include Wine Tasting at only $1 per 1oz. pour or 12 for $10.00 | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse |
| | Join us, along with Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse, as we celebrate "Sideways" one of the great wine movies with a larger than life wine tasting and screening.
Wine Tasting is Optional. Admission does not include Wine Tasting.
Join us for Wine Night at the Movies before this event for a special focus on Pinot Noir and Mer...
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| Mother's Day Weekend |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) to
May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $3.00 for you and your Mom | | Phone: | 540-687-3802 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Swedenburg Winery, 20117 |
| | Bring your Mom out for the weekend for a two for the price of one tasting of our premier six wines. You are welcome to bring a picnic or purchase fresh cheese and crackers to enjoy after your tasting at one of our picnic tables....
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| Dessert Wine Tasting & Chocolates |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $9 per person | | Phone: | 703-777-8161 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Willowcroft Farm Vineyards, 20175 |
| | Willowcroft hosts Dessert Wine Tasting & Chocolates for a pre-Mother's Day Celebration....
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| Value Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | We've been accused before of being "The Value Kings" and we're sure we'll be accused of it again....and gladly! Come try some of our new wine finds with Jeremy Sutton of Sevier wines. We can't believe the bang for the buck in these wines and because they're so reasonable, you'll still have some Dead Presidents in your wal...
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| Pearmund Cellars Mother's Day Celebration & Ameritage Vertical Tasting |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) to
May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 for Classic Tasting; $15 for Vertical Tasting | | Phone: | 540-347-3475 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pearmund Cellars, 20137 |
| | Honor Your Mother and Grandmother on Mother's Day. Enjoy a winemaker's discussion and vertical tasting of our award-winning Ameritage wines from 2002 to 2006. Bring your picnic or purchase local cheeses, sausages, dips, and crackers from our tasting room. Take advantage of our children's corner. On Sunday, all mothers recei...
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| May 11– Mother’s Day Open House at Veramar. |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | MOMS taste free, Lunch extra | | Phone: | 540-955-5510 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Veramar Vineyard, 22611 |
| | May 11– Mother’s Day Open House at Veramar. Celebrate Mom with a relaxing visit to Veramar. Moms taste for free! Enjoy award-winning wine on our Fountain Courtyard overlooking the picturesque view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Wine and special discounts on tasting room merchandise. Light fare available for purchase. Gourme...
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| Mother's Day Brunch |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 pp & $20 for children under 12 | | Phone: | 540.668.6216 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Hillsborough Vineyards, 20132 |
| | Bring your Mom out for some delightful wine, elegantly catered brunch and breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge MountainsPrice of admission does not include wine.Please call 540.668.6216 for reservations....
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| Mother's Day Sparkling Wine Brunch |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM | | Cost: | $39.95 | | Phone: | 540-446-2250 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery, 22554 |
| | Treat mom to a special day of gourmet foods and amazing wines.Seatings at 11am & 2pmCall in to reserve one of our special gift baskets, to show mom just how much she means to you!...
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| Mothers Day Brunch - Grand Buffet, Massage, and Wine! |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM | | Cost: | $45 per person | | Phone: | 703-793-6830 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Elements on Level One, 20171 |
| | Celebrate Mother’s Day and Let Us Pamper You With A Therapeutic Massage
You Are Cordially Invited
for a Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch...
Please Come And Grace The Occasion.
A grand brunch buffet offering breakfast entrees, eggs and omlettes made to order, lunch entrees, hand carved meats to include sirloin, lamb, and ham. ...
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| Mother's Day Wine Brunch |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $45.00 inclusive includes free membership | | Phone: | 202-265-0477 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Crystal City Sports Pub, 22202 |
| | This Sunday, May 11, The D C Dining Society will meet for our annual Mother's Day wine banquet at The Crystal City Sports Pub at 529 S. 23d Street in Arlington. While this may sound a bit different from our normal banquet venues, the pub has recently hired Executive Chef William O'Brien away from his position as Executive C...
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| Wildfire Tysons Galleria hosts a remarkable wine dinner with Simi Winery! |
| When: | May 13, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $95.00 per person (all inclusive) | | Phone: | 703-442-9110 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wildfire Tysons Galleria, 22102 |
| | Wildfire Tysons Galleria will be hosting a very special wine dinner with the wonderful wines of Simi Winery. The event will be held on Tuesday, May 13th at the Wildfire Tysons Galleria location (1714 U International Drive, McLean, VA.). Guest speaker, Kerri McGowan and Executive Chef, Steven Lukis will combine their talent...
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| Thomas Arvid Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 15, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 AM | | Cost: | $95 per person plus tax or gratuity | | Phone: | 703-442-8384 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 22102 |
| | Come meet world renowned artist Thomas Arvid and enjoy the cuisine of Chef Jackie Trujillo and some of the best wines in the world, featuring Faust Cabernet and Quintessa. Located in Tyson's Corner in the ground level of the Courtyard by Marriott. Reservations are a must. Call for more details or information. 703-442-83...
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| Food and Wine Festival at National Harbor GALA |
| When: | May 16, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $95 per person | | Phone: | 443-716-2800 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 20745 |
| | THE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL AT NATIONAL HARBOR HOSTS GALA
TO KICK OFF FESTIVAL WEEKEND
-- Special evening kicks off first festival at new harbor –
WHAT: A special evening is being held to kick off the first Food & Wine Festival
at National Harbor. The evening will feature food and wine prepared by many
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| Brewmasters Local Beer Dinner with Dominion Brewing Company |
| When: | May 16, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $45 per person | | Phone: | 703-793-6830 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Elements on Level One, 20171 |
| | Chef’s Beer Dinner with Old Dominion Brewery
Enjoy an evening with Elements Executive
Chef Chris Bifano and the Brewmaster from Old Dominion
Brewery. Reception and three-course dinner
expertly paired with Old Dominion beers and
served on the outdoor patio with the wood
burning grill. Event is rain or shine.
Friday, Ma...
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| The Food & Wine Festival at National Harbor |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) to
May 18, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | ~ $70 | | Phone: | 443-716-2800 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | National Harbor, MD, 20745 |
| | The upscale, waterfront festival is part of National Harbor’s grand opening and will emphasize food and wine pairing, artisanal and organic products, and boutique wines. There will also be an educational component including lectures on culinary and wine trends, sustainability issues, and supporting local farmers and resourc...
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| The Hottest Cool Jazz Festival at Chrysalis Vineyards |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) to
May 18, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 at the door/$12 in advance | | Phone: | 540-687-8222 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chrysalis Vineyards, 20117 |
| | Hey, get hip, daddy-O. Jazz… yeah, man, come hear ‘em beat it out at Chrysalis Vineyards. Be cool cats on the lawn, slide your jibe, down some wine, some bread and cheese… now that’s in the groove. Great wines, breathtaking views, food and jazz on the patio from The Jokers Wild and Leesburg Jazz featuring Annie Carlson… w...
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| 8th Annual Winds and Wine Festival |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) to
May 18, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Tickets $10 in advance / $15 at gate / $8 under 21 years of age / Children under the age of 6 are Free. | | Phone: | 703-771-7100 X 233 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Tarara Winery, 20176 |
| | Celebrate Spring at Tarara's outdoor season kickoff event! Experience world-class wine, outrageous live bands, kite-flying demos, artisans and culinary delights, the kids' Grape Escape, wagon rides to the vineyard, and u-pick asparagus. Purchase a bottle of your favorite Tarara wine and make a day of it!
*Tastings are avai...
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| Taste of Greece |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 in advance, $20 at the gate | | Phone: | (540) 668-6464 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Doukenie Winery, 20132 |
| | 9th Annual Taste of Greece. Don't miss it. Greek Appetizers, Music, Dancing, Wine Tasting and much more.
Come enjoy our Raspberry Wine back by popular demand (as seen on the Food Network's Road Tasted).
Try our newly released Sauvignon Blanc, or one of our many other old favorites!!!
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| Pearmund Cellars Comedy & Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $89 + tax & tip | | Phone: | 540-347-3475 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pearmund Cellars, 20137 |
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Pearmund Cellars Comedy & Wine Dinner
May 17, 2008, 6:30 p.m.Be ready to laugh at the offbeat, original comedy of Chris White and enjoy a menu of unique foods paired with Pearmund Cellars fine wines. À la Carte Catering
Gourmet Menu
Hors d’Oeuvres
Local Cheese and Bread BoardOther Surprising Selections for Comedy LoversP...
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| Spring Farm Tour and Rural Market |
| When: | May 17, 2008 (Sat) to
May 18, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 703.771.1197 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fabbioli Cellars, 20176 |
| | We are open both days this weekend to share the spring air, look and feel with all to see, learn and taste. We will be giving vineyard tours as well as hosting a country market here on the farm. This market will be a combination of farmers, craftsmen, and artisans that help keep our rural economy rolling along. Light fare a...
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| Washington Wine Academy: WSET - Intermediate Certificate - Level 2 Course (6 weeks) |
| When: | May 19, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $ 748.00 (USD) per person | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Crystal Gateway Mariott, 22202 |
| | WSET - Intermediate Certificate - Level 2 Course (6 weeks) Dates: Mondays, May 19, June 2, 9, 16 and 23. Exam will be on Monday, July 7, 2008.
For registration, visit: http://www.WashingtonWineAcademy.org/public-events.htm#IC
You must register in advance; Registration is limited to 40 attendees.
Intermediate Certificate IC0...
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| Austrian Wine Class for Wine Educators |
| When: | May 19, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM | | Cost: | $149 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Austrian Embassy, 20008 |
| | This small size wine class and tasting lunch is designed for sommeliers, wine educators, wine directors, wine sales rep, etc… It will cover all the main wine regions of Austria with in depth information that can be used and re-used for your future classes, tastings and events.
We will feature 12 different wines along a ful...
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| Wine & Cheese Class at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | May 20, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 per person | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Everybody loves to put together a cheese platter when they entertain. What cheeses work best together on a cheese platter? And how do you figure out what wines work best with all the different cheeses? We'll show you how to put together a delectable cheese platter and taste some wine options which will make your cheese p...
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| Chilean Wines at the Embassy of Chile |
| When: | May 20, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | (301) 841-7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy of Chile (metro: Dupont Circle), 20036 |
| | We will tour the different wine regions of Chile and taste eight interesting wines including such varietals as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and the up and coming signature grape of Chile: Carmenere. We will also try some blends of these grapes.
This is a seated event with limited seating. This tas...
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| French Wines Discovery: Alsace Wine Class |
| When: | May 20, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 301-841-7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Washington Club, 20036 |
| | Alsace boasts a unique topography, climate and wine label law.
Discover the legacy of its Teutonic phonics! Dive into the concept of “somewhereness” as we taste wines that give this parcel of earth liquid expression.
Explore the sense of smell (and hone that sense!) as we sip and savor an artistic palette of aromatic whit...
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| Washington Wine Academy: Zin tastic Winemaker Reception at Sam and Harry's |
| When: | May 21, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | "Zin"tastic Winemaker Reception, $85 OR VIP Reception, $125 *See website for details | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam and Harry's, 20036 |
| | We are pleased to be working with ZAP (Zinfandel Advocates & Producers) on their 2008 tour of the US. The Washington DC stop has a two part offering with this great reception on Wednesday night. And, a public Grand Tasting the next night on Thursday.
For reservations, please visit: http://www.WashingtonWineAcademy.org/publ...
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| Washington Wine Academy: ZAP's - Zinfandel Grand Tasting! |
| When: | May 22, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $46.50 (USD) | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Westin Grand, 20037 |
| | We are pleased to be working with ZAP (Zinfandel Advocates & Producers) on their 2008 tour of the US. The Washington DC stop offers this wonderful Zinfandel Grand Tasting!
For reservations and details, please visit: http://www.WashingtonWineAcademy.org/public-events.htm#may22
Must be 21 and please make reservations in advan...
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| Wine Class for Beginners - Part 1: the Ultimate Sensory Experience |
| When: | May 22, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $49 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Woman's National Democratic Club, 20036 |
| | This wine class is geared at people who would like to discover and understand the world of wine. GiraMondo has developed a proprietary methodology that helps anyone train his/her nose. We will go through a number of fun and educational activities to train your nose before tasting six wines.
This class will cover the followi...
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| Rhone Valley Tasting |
| When: | May 23, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | 703.753.5554 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cork & Fork, 20155 |
| | Didier Simonier takes us through the Rhone Valley with this great tasting....
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| Barrel Oak Winery Grand Opening Celebration! Mark your Calendar Now! |
| When: | May 23, 2008 (Fri) to
May 26, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $4 tasting fee | | Phone: | 703-798-8308 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Barrel Oak Winery, 20144 |
| | Barrel Oak Winery, Northern Virginia's newest winery, opens May 23rd - Memorial Day Weekend! We are people and dog friendly! Great wine, sweeping vistas, super ambiance, friendly people and great fun! West on I-66, we are 1 hour from the National Mall and a world away. Join us for our grand opening and stay for the fun....
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| 7th Annual Memorial Day Wine Dinner featuring the wines of Robert Mondavi |
| When: | May 23, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 AM | | Cost: | $85 per person plus tax or gratuity | | Phone: | 703-442-8384 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 22102 |
| | Join us for our 7th annual celbration of freedom in America as we pair the cuisine of Chef Jackie Trujillo with some of the best wines offered by Robert Mondavi. Enjoy our first course on our patio and move inside for a memorable meal and great time. Call or e-mail us for reservtions. God Bless America!...
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| May 24 & 25 – Memorial Day Weekend Bash at Veramar |
| When: | May 24, 2008 (Sat) to
May 25, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Tasting fee and lunch extra | | Phone: | 540-955-5510 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Veramar Vineyard, 22611 |
| | May 24 & 25 – Memorial Day Weekend Bash at Veramar. FREE
Start the summer off with music at Veramar. Gourmet Picnic available for 2 people at $50 includes one bottle of wine and for 4 persons at $75 if ordered 4 days in advance. Also other light fare available for purchase.
Music begins at 1pm. Event 11-6 pm
Info: 540-955-5...
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| Pearmund Cellars Memorial Day Celebration & Art Show |
| When: | May 24, 2008 (Sat) to
May 26, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 for Classic Tasting | | Phone: | 540-347-3475 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pearmund Cellars, 20137 |
| | Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend! View our art show with local artists such as Linda Hendrickson. Enjoy award-winning wines, picnics, and yard games in our beautiful vineyard, and remember to honor those who served to secure our freedom. Take advantage of summer prices. Bring your military identification to receive special d...
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| Napa Valley Wine Tasting at Willowcroft Farm Vineyards |
| When: | May 25, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $8 per person | | Phone: | 703-777-8161 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Willowcroft Farm Vineyards, 20175 |
| | Willowcrost hosts a sampling of award winning wines from Napa Valley, CA. We will enjoy light food fares to compliment the wines....
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| French Wines Discovery: Champagne Wine Class |
| When: | May 27, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 301-841-7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Washington Club, 20036 |
| | Everyone loves to pop a party!
Find out how Champagne compares to other sparkling products, what makes Champagne unique, who first captured the bubble in the bottle and how it was done.
Of course there are stories! Discover the lore and the legacy of the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine region!
The class includes a ...
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| Washington Wine Academy: Wine Bar Bus Tour! Visit Bin1700 Wine Bar, Metropolitan Wine Bar in Adams Morgan, and OYA Restaurant and Wine Bar in Penn Quarter section of DC. |
| When: | May 27, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $49.50 + $5.00 CASH | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bin 1700 Wine Bar (Crystal Gateway Marriott), 22202 |
| | Washington Wine Academy's monthly tour of some of the great selection of wine bars in the DC Metro area continues in May. We will take you around via a Reston Limousine limo bus while you sit back and enjoy!
Price includes transportation, dinner and wine samples.
Our "Wine Around" on May 27 will start at Bin 1700 wine bar ...
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| Wine Class for Beginners (part 2): Wine regions, food & wine pairing and new world / old word differences |
| When: | May 29, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $49 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Woman's National Democratic Club, 20036 |
| | This wine class is the follow up from part 1. We will focus on key information about the world of wine:
Main wine regions and their differences,
Main grapes and blends,
Principles of food and wine pairing,
Differences between new world and old world wines,
Wine etiquette and the meaning of wine pricing.
After this pre...
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| Annapolis Crab Feast & Pub Crawl on The KegBus! |
| When: | May 31, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM | | Cost: | 45.00 | | Phone: | 202-558-0270 ext 205 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Clarendon Metro Station, 22201 |
| | Annapolis Crab Feast & Pub CrawlPART THREE !!!---ONLY $45---Since the past couple crab trips have been so fantastic….how ‘bout we do it again?Join the KegBus as we party our way to Annapolis, AGAIN! The weather is going to be great and we are all craving some yummy crabs, good beers, scenic views and just the opportunity to...
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