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Fourth Estate Restaurant at the National Press Club Closes for Renovations

The Fourth Estate restaurant at the National Press Club will close beginning Aug. 7 until after Labor Day, in order to complete a full-scale renovation.

The Fourth Estate, which opened to the public in late 2005, has been a popular dining space for Press Club members since 1984.

The new restaurant design will add more flexibility for hosting meetings and receptions as well as the restaurant's signature chef-wine dinners. These intimate dinners, in which famous chefs discuss their latest book while presiding over a meal based on the book, have featured chefs such as Jacques Pepin, Anthony Bourdain, Marcus Samuelsson, Giada De Laurentiis, Eric Ripert, Alton Brown and Ming Tsai, among others.

The renovation will bring new energy efficient lighting, wool carpeting, a relocated and more visible entrance, and wood-paneled walls. The update will include new photos pulled from the vast National Press Club photo archives. “We're excited to bring a fresh look to this space in our centennial year,” said Bill McCarren, General Manager of the Press Club. The restaurant will have a new look but its emphasis on new American cuisine and organic produce from the Chesapeake watershed will continue.

Included in the work will be updates to the Fourth Estate Award Winners' room, the private dining room which is part of the Fourth Estate. The room is dedicated to the winners of the Press Club's annual award for a distinguished career in journalism and holds up to 40 persons for seated meals and 26 for conference sessions.

Kody Safrian, Principal, Design Services Group of Gaithersburg, MD, handled the planning and design of the new space.

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Think Ronzoni!

Ronzoni® Bistro™ is a new innovative line of quick, portable pasta meals served in convenient
microwavable pouches that are both easy to prepare and clean up. Ronzoni® Bistro™ meals are
made with the highest-quality Ronzoni® pastas and are combined with flavorful sauces and
ingredients. In just 90 seconds, pasta lovers can enjoy their favorite meals anytime and
anywhere, whether at home, at their desks, or on the go with Ronzoni® Bistro™.
Ronzoni® Bistro™ is available in four varieties:
· Penne with Chicken and Broccoli – Penne pasta cooked with white-meat chicken and
broccoli tossed in a light rosemary and garlic cream sauce
· Linguine with Chicken and Mushrooms – Linguine pasta cooked with white meat chicken,
mushrooms and tomatoes tossed in a white wine and cream sauce
· Rotini with Tomato and Basil – Rotini pasta in a savory vine-ripened tomato sauce with
onions, garlic and sweet basil
· Spaghetti and Meatballs – The classic spaghetti and meatballs simmered in a rich tomato
sauce with seasoned herbs
Availability: In the pasta aisle at retailers nationwide
Approximate Retail Price: $2.79 for 8-ounce package

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Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival Extravaganza Is Set For October 17-18

Maggie White, president of The Edgartown Board of Trade, today announced the schedule of events for the 2008 Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival. From October 17 – 19, visitors and residents are invited to attend cooking demonstrations, food & wine tastings, culinary seminars, and wine dinners featuring the area’s finest chefs, farmers, and specialty food purveyors. This distinguished group of professionals will host more than 13 events all highlighting fresh, local ingredients.

Festival Opening Reception – Friday, October 17

The Food & Wine Festival will begin on Friday, October 17, at 5:00 p.m. with a reception at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum – Small Plates from the Grill Grates. BBQ masters Andy Husbands, chef/owner of Tremont 647 in Boston, and Dante de Magistris, chef/owner of dante in Cambridge and the soon-to-open Il Casale in Belmont, will grill island-raised meats, seafood, and produce for guests to sample. Wine historian Nina Wemyss will pour a selection of vintages chosen to accompany the smoky, subtle flavors of BBQ. Guests can place bids on cases of rare wines during a silent auction while listening to live jazz music by Jeremy Berlin. Tickets are $100 and proceeds will benefit the Martha's Vineyard Museum.  

 

Following the cocktail party, Festival attendees can choose from one of the

pre fixé wine dinners offered by Edgartown restaurants at 7:30 p.m. Participating restaurants to date include Atria, Détente, and l’Etoile. Sharkey’s Cantina will host a Southwestern-themed dinner with pairings of Casa Noble Tequilas.

 

Culinary Seminars – Saturday, Oct. 18

Culinary experts will present seminars in Edgartown galleries and restaurants on Saturday, October 18. Seminar tickets range from to and include:

·          Chocolate and Dessert Wine Pairings, by Lee Napoli of Chocolee Chocolates–2008 Best of Boston “Best Chocolates,” and Jonathan Alsop of The Boston Wine School

·          Beer and Cheese, by The Vineyard’s own Offshore Ale and a selection of cheeses from Shy Brothers Farm, Westport, Mass.

·          Bread and Olive Oil, by Joanne Chang, owner, Boston’s Flour Bakery, and Emmanuel Daskalakis of Aralia

·          Classic Cocktails, by Lauren Clark of DrinkBoston

·          Adventure with an Affineur, wine and cheese tasting, by Russo’s of Watertown resident wine & cheese expertMark Trumble

 

Children’s Camp at The Farm Institute – Saturday, October 18

The Food & Wine Festival has arranged a half-day camp for the children of Festival attendees. Participants will tour the farm and help care for the animals.

 

The camp is open to children ages 6 – 12 years of age and will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost per attendee is and the registration deadline is October 4. Camp reservations can be made on the Festival Website at www.mvfoodandwine.com.

 

Corn Maze – Saturday, Oct. 18 & Sunday, Oct. 19

For families to explore together, the famous corn maze at The Farm Institute will be open throughout the weekend from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is for children under 13 and for guests over the age of 14.  Tickets are available for purchase at The Farm Institute.

 

Grand Tasting, Oct. 18 – Chefs, Vintners, and Cookbook Authors

On Saturday, October 18, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., the Martha’s Vineyard Museum will host the Grand Tasting.   Distinguished island chefs, including Kevin Crowell of Detente, Christian Thornton of Atria, Anthony Saccoccia of The Grill on Main,will demonstrate dishes prepared with local, in-season produce, meats, and seafood, highlighting each chef’s distinctive style.  Noted vintners will pour wines for guests including Rombauer Vineyards, Duckhorn Wine Company, Liberty School Wine, and C. Donatiello Winery. Acclaimed cookbook authors,including Cathy Walthers and Chef Andy Husbands, will conduct a book signing. Tickets are $100. 

 

 

Two Gourmand Dinners – Saturday, Oct.18

These dinners will be held at a private residence from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.   Guests are invited to enjoy flavorful fall menus while engaging in conversations with chefs and culinary experts on the benefits – and challenges – of eating locally in New England.

 

Food, Art, and Wine

Chef Peter Davis of Henrietta’s Table in Cambridge will prepare an island-grown masterpiece while noted Wine Historian Nina Wymess pairs each course with a selected vintage. With literary anecdotes and illustrations, Nina will explain the historical relationship between wine and art as well as its cultural significance. Margarit Mondavi of the Mondavi Winery will discuss her interest in uniting wine with the arts and the winery’s dedication to cultural programs.   Tickets are $500.

 

Sustainable Seafood

Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall of Lineage in Brookline, Mass. will walk diners through the process of preparing sustainable fish and shellfish. Heather Tausig, coordinator of the New England Aquarium’s Celebrate Seafood Dinner Series, will lead a discussion on the importance of shopping for and eating sustainable seafood. Chefs Collaborative’s new Sustainable Solutions seafood guide will be provided for guests. Tickets are $500.

 

Farmers’ Market and Brunch – Sunday, Oct. 19

The Festival will close on Sunday, October 19, with a Farmers’ Market and Brunch from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Local farmers will offer their fall harvest for sale. Guests can also purchase prepared brunch foods a la carte. 

 

The Museum will be open for children to enjoy a complimentary craft activity while museum guides engage young festival attendees outdoors with historic games.

 

Ticket Information:

For more detailed information and to purchase tickets, visit www.mvfoodandwine.com. Tickets may also be purchased in Edgartown at The Christina Gallery and at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum. 

 

Please note: schedule subject to change.
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Local Wine Company Donates $30K from Big Tattoo Wines To Charity

During September and October, Big Tattoo Wines will donate 50 cents from every bottle sold nationwide to Breast Cancer Network of Strength, whose mission is to ensure through information, empowerment and peer support that no one faces breast cancer alone.

Big Tattoo Wines is a brand born as a tribute to a mother who lost her own battle with cancer in 2000. The mission behind the brand is to raise and donate 50 cents per bottle sold to charity. Since the project’s beginning in 2002, it has not strayed from this mission, and has in fact been the path through which distributors, retailers and restaurants have also begun donating portions of their own profits.

To date, Big Tattoo Wines, since inception, has raised more than ,200,000 in charitable funds, with breast cancer research and awareness initiatives being one of the major beneficiaries. Alex Bartholomaus, president and CEO of Billington wines, along with his brother Erik, an accomplished tattoo artist, developed Big Tattoo Wines in honor of their mother Liliana.

The pair pooled their talents, Alex sourcing the wines and Erik designing the label using Liliana’s favorite symbol, the fleur de lys. “The fight against breast cancer is a very important cause to my brother and me. We are very proud to be able to honor our mother in this way and we hope that our donations will help make a difference to support families likes ours who need immediate emotional support and relief when facing a breast cancer diagnosis,” said Alex Bartholomaus.

This year, in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Big Tattoo Wines, for the first time ever, will embark on a national partnership donating proceeds to one national charity – Breast Cancer Network of Strength. In addition to this donation, Big Tattoo Wines will continue to make their already promised donations to local charities nationwide. Breast Cancer Network of Strength, formerly known as Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization is the nation’s oldest breast cancer organization. This year the Chicago based organization marks its 30th anniversary of working to ensure no one faces breast cancer alone. Their mission is accomplished by programs such as the YourShoes™ a 24/ breast cancer support center, which receives calls and offers support in over 150 languages 24 hours a day, seven days a week. YourShoes is composed of breast cancer survivors who are trained peer counselors and truly understand what callers are going through.

Big Tattoo Wines is excited to join forces in this mission. If you or some one you know has been touched by breast cancer you can call YourShoes for immediate support at 800-221-2141 or visit www.networkofstrength.org. Big Tattoo Wines, a partnership between brothers Erik and Alex Bartholomaus, began in 2002 as a way to raise funds for charity in memory of their mother, Liliana S. Bartholomaus.

Fifty cents from every bottle of Big Tattoo sold is donated in their mother’s name to charity, with a portion benefiting the community where the wine is sold. Due to the success of the original Big Tattoo Red, the Big Tattoo project has expanded to include six different wines available in restaurants and retailers nationwide. By 2007, over 70 charities in approximately 33 states have benefited from the more than million raised. For more information, visit www.billingtonwines.com.

 

BIG TATTOO The Big Tattoo line includes the original bottling, Big Tattoo Red, for which the project was named, as well as Big Tattoo White and Big Tattoo Syrah.
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Wine-friendly Storage System Now For Homes

With the Wine Saver PRO technology, you are about to experience the newest and best in preserving your fantasy wines at home.

Wine Saver HOME (Wine Saver PRO's home version) offers the same technology that fine restaurants, wine bars and wineries use to preserve their finest wines, now in a portable, home-friendly system. Wine Saver HOME is versatile With its ease-of-use and reliability, Wine Saver HOME and Wine Saver PRO are found in many private wine cellars.

But not only is Wine Saver HOME the perfect addition to your home wine bar, along side a cappuccino maker in luxury kitchens, designers are installing safe, easy-to-use, Argon-powered Wine Saver HOME systems.

Wine preservation made easy! Just place your favorite wines into the system and you are ready to preserve and simultaneously serve. It’s that simple – and you'll enjoy a glass of your favorite fantasy wine, whenever you want it.

For more information, visit WineSaverHome.com.

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Democrats, Republicans Spar on Bar Behavior

While there is no ballot box at the bar, DC's best bartenders can identify political preference by cocktail selection and bar behavior. According to a survey released today, Democrats are seen as better tippers, have better pick-up lines and give better toasts.

Republicans heavily outweigh Democrats when it comes to ordering their drink straight up. Parties are at a stalemate over drinking hours, with Republicans edging out for the first to arrive at happy hour and Democrats being the last to go home.

The survey was issued today by Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO) ], a global leader in premium spirits, in collaboration with Clarus Research Group. Approximately 100 bartenders in the Washington, DC area were surveyed on their opinions of patrons' cocktail preferences.

"According to the survey results, bartenders in Denver should know that they'll hear better toasts while the bartenders in Minneapolis won't need as much ice with their patrons ordering drinks straight up," stated Bobby "G" Gleason, master mixologist for Beam Global Spirits & Wine.

The full survey questions and results include:

— Who is a better tipper? Democrats 60%, Republicans 38%

— Who is more likely to order a drink straight up? Democrats 14%, Republicans 82%

— Who is more likely to order a fruity (pink) drink? Democrats 58%, Republicans 34%

— Who has the better pick-up lines? Democrats 74%, Republicans 14%

— Who is better at giving a toast? Democrats 63%, Republicans 36%

— Who is more likely to arrive first to happy hour? Democrats 48%, Republicans 50%

— Who is more likely to be the last to go home? Democrats 53%, Republicans 46%

Whether consumers find themselves at the conventions or watching from home, election-themed cocktails will surely set the stage for both Democrats and Republicans: The Grand Ole Party Bartender: Pat M., Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN 2 parts Canadian Club(R) Whisky 1 part DeKuyper(R) Signature Creme de Menthe (clear) 1 part DeKuyper(R) Blustery Peppermint Burst Schnapps Combine ingredients in a mixing glass filled with ice. Fill an old-fashioned glass with shaved ice, strain spirits over ice and serve with straw.

The Running Mate Bartender: James Lee, West End Tavern, Boulder, CO 2 parts Maker's Mark(R) Bourbon 1 part simple syrup 2 wedges of lemon 1 slice of watermelon Muddle lemon and watermelon with simple syrup. Add Maker's Mark and ice. Shake and strain into a large old fashioned glass with fresh crushed ice. Garnish with a slice watermelon & lemon wheel

The Donkey Bartender: Jim Hewes, Round Robin Bar, Willard InterContinental, Washington, D.C. 2 parts Knob Creek(R) Bourbon 1 part DeKuyper(R) Triple Sec 1 teaspoon sugar 6 mint sprigs Splash of DeKuyper(R) Pucker(R) Raspberry Schnapps Fresh raspberries and blueberries to garnish Add sugar, bourbon and mint into an old-fashioned glass with crushed ice and muddle the fruit. Garnish with berries and mint. Beam Global reminds legal purchase age consumers to drink responsibly after casting their vote.

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Wine-friendly Storage System Now Available For Homes

With the Wine Saver PRO technology, you are about to experience the newest and best in preserving your fantasy wines at home. Wine Saver HOME (Wine Saver PRO's home version) offers the same technology that fine restaurants, wine bars and wineries use to preserve their finest wines, now in a portable, home-friendly system.

Wine Saver HOME is versatile

With its ease-of-use and reliability, Wine Saver HOME and Wine Saver PRO are found in many private wine cellars. But not only is Wine Saver HOME the perfect addition to your home wine bar, along side a cappuccino maker in luxury kitchens, designers are installing safe, easy-to-use, Argon-powered Wine Saver HOME systems. Wine preservation made easy!

Just place your favorite wines into the system and you are ready to preserve and simultaneously serve. It’s that simple – and you'll enjoy a glass of your favorite fantasy wine, whenever you want it. For more information, visit WineSaverHome.com.

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Wine That Shines: Alamos Malbec 2007 Catena

The 2007 Alamos Malbec has a dark, blackish purple color. The nose shows ripe black fruits, black pepper spice and floral notes. The mouthfeel is full yet soft and supple, with black raspberry and currant flavors mingled with notes of sweet spice and a touch of leather. The finish is long and persistent with soft, sweet tannins. This Malbec, sent over to us by the generous PR folks at Springfield, Virginia-based Billington Wines, was the instant winner among the reds we poured at the consumer product tasting lab we held last week. Our reviewers loved the vino for it oozes dried raisiny fruit character and has ripe sweet tannins, resulting in an incredibly approachable wine. Ready to drink now and over the next 2-5 years.

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New Michelin Guide for San Francisco Is Out

Michelin announced its selection for the third edition of the MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country. The MICHELIN guide contains more than 55 new establishments, and features 448 establishments in all — a number that includes 383 restaurants representing 35 types of cuisine, and 65 area hotels.

Among the Michelin stars awarded this year:
— The French Laundry remains the sole Michelin three-star selection
— Coi joins the ranks of Michelin two-star restaurants
— Murray Circle, Plumed Horse, Trevese and The Village Pub join the
Michelin one-star selections

 

The Michelin Guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2009 features the Bib Gourmand category, which indicates Michelin inspectors' favorites for good value. This year's Bib Gourmands include 55 restaurants that serve a menu with two dishes and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less. The restaurants awarded this distinction can be identified by a red pictogram depicting the head of Bibendum(R), the Michelin Man.

The MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2009 also includes 56 restaurants serving a meal (two dishes and a glass of wine or dessert) for $25 or less. In the selection, these establishments are indicated by the coins pictogram.

As a result, almost a third of the MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2009 selection comprises highly affordable restaurants. While the MICHELIN guide is known around the world for its famous stars, these restaurants account for just ten percent of the selection. With more than 1.2 million copies sold in approximately 100 countries, the MICHELIN guide has always built its success on the diversity of its selection and especially on small establishments offering a high-quality dining experience at an affordable price, of which the best are included in the "Our inspectors' favorites for good value" category. Moreover, inclusion in the MICHELIN guide is, in itself, synonymous with quality, since only the best establishments in each comfort and price category are selected.

Also new for 2009, consumers will have the option to access the North American MICHELIN guide selections on their mobile phones through a licensing agreement with mobile content provider UBI UBI. The content for all four U.S. MICHELIN guides, which include New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, will be available by subscription beginning in October 2008. For more information, please visit www.ubiubi.mobi .

The MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2009 includes a total of 32 "starred" restaurants, of which one — The French Laundry — has received three stars, six two stars and 25 one star. To ensure a consistent selection, the same five criteria are used for awarding stars in all countries: product quality, preparation and flavors, the cuisine's personality, value for money and consistency.

One star * means a very good restaurant in its category.
Two stars ** mean excellent cooking, worth a detour.
Three stars *** mean exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.

 

The presentation of each hotel and restaurant in the MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2009 includes a description of the atmosphere, interior decoration, chef's background, etc. These descriptions are intended solely to provide readers with additional information about the establishment.

Present in North America since late 2005, the MICHELIN guide has four city editions: The MICHELIN guide New York City, now in its fourth edition, the third edition MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area & the Wine Country, and the second editions of the MICHELIN guide Los Angeles 2009 and the MICHELIN guide Las Vegas 2009, which will be announced on Oct. 20.

In Europe, the collection currently comprises 21 MICHELIN guides, including English-language versions of the Michelin Guide France and the MICHELIN guide Paris. The MICHELIN guide's Asian editions include the MICHELIN guide Tokyo, and the MICHELIN guide Hong Kong & Macao debuting in December 2008.

Thanks to a rigorous selection process that is applied independently and consistently around the world, the MICHELIN guide has become an international benchmark in gourmet dining. The selection is made by anonymous, professional inspectors who are Michelin employees and is based on the same working methods in all countries.

The MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area and Wine Country 2008 goes on sale Tues., Oct. 14 for $16.95. Langenscheidt Publishing Group, premier publisher of map, travel, and language brands, is the exclusive U.S. distributor of Michelin Maps and Guides. For more information, please visit www.langenscheidt.com/michelin .

For more than a century, MICHELIN guides have helped travelers enjoy better mobility by offering qualified restaurant and hotel recommendations throughout Europe. Now representing 22 countries and three continents, the collection of 26 MICHELIN guides includes more than 45,000 addresses. Its team of highly trained inspectors visits establishments anonymously, applying Michelin's international standards for quality across many categories. In North America, the company has introduced MICHELIN guides for New York City and San Francisco, Bay Area & Wine Country, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Michelin has also announced that it will introduce the MICHELIN guide to Hong Kong and Macao in December. For more information, visit www.michelinguide.com .

The MICHELIN guide San Francisco, Bay Area & Wine Country 2009

MICHELIN STARS

Total number One star (*) Two stars Three stars
of (**) (***)
restaurants
383 25 6 1

DINING: 383 Restaurants
56 Establishments offering a simple menu
at less than $25

55 Our inspectors' favorites," establishments offering a
menu with two dishes and a glass of wine or a dessert at
less than $40

Cuisines included in Guide: 35
American Chinese Japanese Seafood
Asian Contemporary Latin American Southwestern
Australian French Mediterranean Spanish
Barbeque Fusion Mexican Steakhouse
Basque Gastropub Moroccan Thai
Brazilian Greek Persian Vegan
Burmese Indian Peruvian Vegetarian
Californian International Pizza Vietnamese
Caribbean Italian Portuguese

MICHELIN RESTAURANT RATINGS

ONE STAR (*) (by neighborhood)
ESTABLISHMENT CITY NEIGHBORHOOD
Acquerello San Francisco Nob Hill
Ame San Francisco SoMa
Auberge du Soleil Rutherford Napa Valley
Bistro Jeanty Yountville Napa Valley
Bouchon Yountville Napa Valley
Boulevard San Francisco SoMa
Chez Panisse Berkeley East of San Francisco
Chez TJ Mountain View South of San Francisco
Dining Room at the San Francisco Nob Hill
Ritz-Carlton (The)
Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant Forestville Sonoma County
Fifth Floor San Francisco SoMa
Fleur de Lys San Francisco Financial District
Gary Danko San Francisco North Beach
La Folie San Francisco Nob Hill
Madrona Manor Healdsburg Sonoma County
Martini House St. Helena Napa Valley
Masa's San Francisco Nob Hill
Murray Circle (new) Sausalito North of San Francisco
One Market San Francisco SoMa
Plumed Horse (new) Saratoga South of San Francisco
Range San Francisco Mission District
Redd Yountville Napa Valley
Terra St. Helena Napa Valley
Trevese (new) Los Gatos South of San Francisco
Village Pub (The) (new) Woodside South of San Francisco

TWO STARS (**) (by neighborhood)
ESTABLISHMENT CITY NEIGHBORHOOD
Aqua San Francisco Financial District
Coi San Francisco North Beach Area
Cyrus Healdsburg Sonoma County
Manresa Los Gatos South of San Francisco
Meadowood, The Restaurant St. Helena Napa Valley
Michael Mina San Francisco Financial District

THREE STARS (***)
ESTABLISHMENT CITY NEIGHBORHOOD
The French Laundry Yountville Napa Valley
BIB GOURMAND (Under $40)

ESTABLISHMENT CITY NEIGHBORHOOD
Aperto San Francisco Mission District
A 16 San Francisco Marina District
BarBersQ Napa Napa Valley
Bar Tartine San Francisco Mission District
Bay Wolf Oakland East of San Francisco
Bellanico Oakland East of San Francisco
Betelnut Pejiu Wu San Francisco Marina District
Burma Superstar San Francisco Richmond & Sunset
Cafe Gibraltar El Granada South of San Francisco
Cena Luna Healdsburg Sonoma County
Colibri San Francisco Financial District
Cook St. Helena St. Helena Napa Valley
Cucina Paradiso Petaluma Sonoma County
Delfina San Francisco Mission District
Espetus Churrascaria San Francisco Civic Center
Farina San Francisco Mission District
Fork San Anselmo North of San Francisco
Hong Kong Flower Lounge Millbrae South of San Francisco
Incanto San Francisco Castro District
Insalata's San Anselmo North of San Francisco
Jojo Oakland East of San Francisco
Junnoon Palo Alto South of San Francisco
K&L Bistro Sebastopol Sonoma County
Kokkari Estiatorio San Francisco North Beach Area
Le Charm San Francisco SoMa
Mamacita San Francisco Marina District
Market St. Helena Napa Valley
Maykadeh San Francisco North Beach Area
Mirepoix Windsor Sonoma County
Namu San Francisco Richmond and Sunset
Nopa San Francisco Civic Center
Oliveto Oakland East of San Francisco
Osake Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Perbacco San Francisco Financial District
Poleng San Francisco Civic Center
Risibisi Petaluma Sonoma County
rnm San Francisco Civic Center
Sakae Burlingame South of San Francisco
Sauce San Francisco Civic Center
Slanted Door (The) San Francisco Financial District
Slow Club San Francisco Mission District
Sociale San Francisco Marina District
South Park Cafe San Francisco SoMa
Tamarindo Oakland East of San Francisco
Tokyo Go Go San Francisco Mission District
Tommaso's San Francisco North Beach Area
TWO San Francisco SoMa
Universal Cafe San Francisco Mission District
Vanessa's Bistro Berkeley East of San Francisco
Venticello San Francisco Nob Hill
Willi's Seafood & Raw Bar Healdsburg Sonoma County
Willi's Wine Bar Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Xanh Mountain View South of San Francisco
Yank Sing San Francisco SoMa
zazu Santa Rosa Sonoma County

 

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Rosen Centre Vine and Dine on Nov. 28

Rosen Centre in Orlando is celebrating the art of the vine and award-winning cuisine with the “Rosen Centre Vine and Dine,” a wine pairing dinner series with an International flair. The 2008 six-part series explores a different region with each dinner, featuring specialty cuisine perfectly paired with that region’s best-suited wines.

“Savor the Flavor of Greece”,” the last of the 2008 series dinners is Friday, November 28 at 7:00 pm in the hotel's Everglades restaurant private dining room.

Each of the on-going series dinners features a different region and an array of wines with a five-course, prix fixe menu. The dinner is $65.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Space is limited to 30 diners. Located at 9840 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819. For reservations, call 407 996-9840, ext. 3602. For more information, visit www.evergladesrestaurant.com or www.rosencentre.com.

Each of the on-going series dinners features a different region and an array of wines with a five-course, prix fixe menu. The dinner is $65.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Space is limited to 30 diners. Located at 9840 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819. For reservations, call 407 996-9840, ext. 3602. For more information, visit www.evergladesrestaurant.com or www.rosencentre.com.

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Beaujolais Wine Festival on Nov. 21

Get Ready to Uncork
the best of Beaujolais — and Texas!

Beaujolais Wine Festival
25th Anniversary Celebration
France Meets Texas. Celebrate the Harvest.

Friday, November 21, 2008
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Silent Auction Opens at 6:00 p.m. with Cash Bar

World Trade Center
2050 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 75207

Celebrities Include:
Miss Texas 2008 &
Yvan Jayne
bareback-riding-winner of the 2007 and 2008 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

Beaujolais Wine Festival Ticket Price Includes
Commemorative Wine Glass, Food & Wine Tasting
Fashion Show, Blind Wine Tasting, Jugglers, Mimes
Silent Auction and more…

Dancing & Music by Bill Cody's Party Time Production

Cocktail or Business Attire ~ Coat Check will be Available
Self Parking & Complimentary Shuttle Service

Tickets Are Non-Refundable
Guests must be 21 years of age and have a valid photo ID

Order your tickets today…a new festival est arrivé!

_______ Festival Tickets $55 each (tickets at the door $60 each)

_______ FACC Members $45 each

_______ Parties of (4) or more $50 each

_______ Parties of (25) or more receive a 25% discount

_______ “France for Two” Raffle on Air France
Tickets are $5 each or six (6) for $20

Total of enclosed check/credit card charge: $__________

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City/State/Zip: ___________________________________________

Telephone: ______________________________________________

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Mail by November 7th to:
French-American Chamber of Commerce
2665 Villa Creek Drive, Suite 214
Dallas, TX 75234
Phone or Fax: Telephone: 972.241.0111 Fax: 972.241.0901

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