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Martin Tasting Events, May-June 2009
Posted by perle0 on 2009-05-05 16:27:07
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[Events]
[Louisiana] |
 Martin Wine Cellar announces its tasting events for May and June, in its locations in Metairie, Baton Rouge, and Mandeville.
First, a special Baton Rouge event!
For those of you who missed out on our 15th annual event, Once Upon a Vine, on March 29th, you can join us for the 2nd annual Tour de Vin wine and food celebration. This event of exquisite taste will be held at the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center on Sunday, June 28th from 4?7pm and feature over 120 fine wines, specialty meats, and artisanal cheeses from our gourmet food department, as well as cuisine from the Hilton. Tickets are $70 per person (which includes a $10 coupon), and are limited and on sale now. |
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Chappellet Wine Dinner at Galatoire's Bistro
Posted by perle0 on 2009-04-14 11:38:35
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[Events]
[Baton Rouge] |
 Galatoire's Bistro cordially invites you to attend the upcoming Chappellet wine dinner on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at 7:00 p.m.
The dinner will feature unique menu creations specially designed by Executive Chef Brian Landry to complement a variety of Chappellet wines.
Reserve your seat today--$85 per person including tax and gratuity. |
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Chateau St. Jean Wine Dinner at Galatoire's Bistro
Posted by perle0 on 2009-03-19 17:44:05
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[Events]
[Baton Rouge] |
 Galatoire's Bistro and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge cordially invite you to attend the upcoming Chateau St. Jean wine dinner and silent auction on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
The dinner will feature unique menu creations specially designed by Executive Chef Brian Landry to complement a variety of Chateau St. Jean wines. Silent auction items will include spa treatments, local artwork, jewelry, and much more. Proceeds from the dinner and auction will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge in their quest to help families in the Baton Rouge area. |
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Sonoma County's Selby Winery Dinner at Juban's
Posted by kt on 2009-03-13 13:09:06
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[Events]
[Baton Rouge] |
 Juban's Restaurant is partnering with Susie Selby and Selby Winery to present a special Wine Dinner on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, featuring contemporary Creole cuisine paired with some of the winery's blue-chip varietals from Sonoma County. Susie will be flying in from California wine country to discuss with guests the tasting notes of each wine and explain how the distinct flavors complement the innovative combinations of Chef Terry McDonner's dishes. |
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Jazz'n the Vines Spring 2009 at Ponchartrain Vineyards
Posted by perle0 on 2009-03-11 13:47:21
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[Events]
[Louisiana] |
 Pontchartrain Vineyards, Louisiana's premier producer of fine artisan Wines in the Classic French tradition, begins its 10th Year of Jazz'n the Vines on Saturday, April 4, 2009 with the venerable Pfister Sisters. The immensely popular outdoor concert series takes place at the vineyards and winery, located north of Covington in northern St. Tammany Parish, and will include six (6) concerts in the Spring (April, May and June) and (6) concerts in the Fall (September, October and November). |
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Martin's Wine Cellar Events, Spring 2009
Posted by perle0 on 2009-03-10 19:48:53
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[Events]
[Louisiana] |
 Check out the upcoming wine-tasting events at all locations of Martin Wine Cellar this March, April, and May by clicking Read More below.
Seated tastings will be informative, featuring knowledgeable guest speakers. Wine lovers will have a chance to swirl, sniff, and sip their way through eight wines accompanied by and matched perfectly with delicious artisanal cheeses from our Gourmet Food Department. They will explore wine-producing regions, terminology, wine-making techniques, and more. After tasting all the wines, there will be a group discussion.
Martin's casual reception-style tastings will afford tasters the opportunity to taste between 12 and 20 wines poured by our wine consultants. These wines will be complemented by artisanal cheeses and delectable delights from our Catering and Gourmet Food Departments. Tasters may casually stroll from table to table comparing various wines, discussing them with other tasters or with any of our wine experts on hand. |
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Once Upon a Vine Approaching: Get Tickets Now!
Posted by perle0 on 2009-03-10 12:22:09
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
 Since 1994, Martin's has held Once Upon a Vine, a premier annual gourmet food and wine tasting in New Orleans' own Pavilion of the Two Sisters, located in the beautiful Botanical Gardens of New Orleans City Park. This event is a wine and food lover's dream, with a wine list featuring over 175 wines from around the world and with culinary creations prepared by Martin's Catering and delectable artisanal cheeses, patés and charcuterie. |
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French Quarter Wine Festival at Maison Dupuy
Posted by perle0 on 2009-02-03 16:47:16
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
 The Maison Dupuy Hotel proudly presents the third annual French Quarter Wine Festival.
Modeled after the prestigious Boston Wine Festival, the dinners, hosted by either the winemaker or proprietor, will showcase wines from California, Oregon and Italy. Building on the success of previous years, founder Daniel Bruce has invited eleven phenomenal wineries to participate. Dishes for each dinner will be created to compliment the vintner's selections.
We welcome you to become part of this year's festivities and look forward to seeing you at the 3rd Annual French Quarter Wine Festival. |
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Restaurant Review: Cochon
Posted by perle0 on 2009-01-22 14:08:19
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[Editorial]
[New Orleans] |
 After hearing about it for a while, I have finally eaten at Cochon, a restaurant in New Orleans that somewhat specializes in meaty dishes. It had been on my "eat here someday" list for at least half a year. |
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Geyser Peak Wine Dinner at Galatoire's Bistro
Posted by perle0 on 2009-01-22 13:12:24
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[Events]
[Baton Rouge] |
 Galatoire's Bistro cordially invites you to attend the upcoming Geyser Peak wine dinner on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
The dinner will feature unique menu creations specially designed by Executive Chef Brian Landry to complement a variety of Geyser Peak wines.
Reserve your seat today, $85 per person including tax and gratuity. |
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Announcing: Once Upon A Vine XV!
Posted by perle0 on 2008-12-30 16:57:01
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
 Don't miss Martin Wine Cellar's annual reception-style tasting event, Once Upon A Vine XV: An Event of Divine Taste Celebrating 15 Years. Tickets go on sale January 2nd at all locations. |
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An Evening of Cambria Wines at Restaurant August
Posted by perle0 on 2008-12-30 11:28:33
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
 Cambria Winery Proprietor Barbara Banke and Winemaker Denise Shurtleff will host a special evening of "wine, cuisine and conversation" at Restaurant August in New Orleans on January 31, 2009. For the event, Chef John Besh has designed a special menu to complement the distinct flavors and structure of Cambria's chardonnays and pinot noirs. |
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Plans Underway for 2009 NOWFE
Posted by perle0 on 2008-12-08 15:10:12
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
 When the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (NOWFE) was conceived 18 years ago founders had enlisted only 40 or so oenophiles and colleagues from the wine industry to showcase their wines at the debut Experience. Today, NOWFE is nationally recognized as one the most prestigious festivals of its kind and features over 175 wineries and 1000 wines over the 5-day event, which now continually raises over $125,000 Annually for local charities. Plans for the 2009 event, scheduled for May 19-23, are shaping up to be the epicurean extravaganza of the year. |
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Pontchartrain Vineyards Harvest & Holiday Celebration
Posted by perle0 on 2008-11-19 11:26:54
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[Events]
[Louisiana] |
 Pontchartrain Vineyards Harvest & Holiday Celebration
Saturday, November 29th
12:00 to 5:00 pm
Join Ponchartrain Vineyards as they begin to focus their attention to the coming holiday season, as family and friends get together and resonate in the traditions of Thanksgiving and Christmas. |
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Oregon Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller
Posted by perle0 on 2008-10-06 11:45:53
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[Events]
[New Orleans] |
| Join Kim McLeod of Annie Amie Vineyards as she pours through current winery releases. Pinot reigns supreme at Anne Amie Vineyards with Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc forming the heart of production. |
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Wine Spectator Honors Fake Restaurant
Posted by perle0 on 2008-08-25 18:28:56
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[News]
[USA] |
 Last week, Wine Spectator magazine, that expert voice on wine and fine dining everywhere, presented an award of excellence to Osteria L'Intrepido of Milan, Italy. And this is news why?
Only because the restaurant doesn't exist. It's just a website with a menu and a wine list. And apparently, that may be all it takes to get on WS's list of excellence. |
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The Wine Institute New Orleans will be offering a class on pairing wine and foie gras on Tuesday, May 26, 2009.
Swirl Wines has plenty of events to keep you warm in the festive month of February.
Join Swirl Wines for events and wines that make your holiday season sparkle!