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Chateau des Charmes Farm to Table Series will be held from July 5 to September 20 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Chateau des Charmes in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Each experience will feature a vineyard walk with Michèle Bosc and discussions with a local food purveyor, culminating in a delectable tasting created by a featured chef and paired with a Château des Charmes wine. Sunday, July 5th - Chefs Anna and Michael Olson. Sunday, July 19th - Chef Eric Peacock. Sunday, August 23rd - Chef Mark Picone Admission is $50 pp for each date. For information, call Michele Bosc at 905-2624219 ext.26, e-mail michele@chateaudescharmes.com.

Chateau des Charmes Wine Country Lunch & Smooth Jazz Concert will be held from July 12 to August 16 at Chateau des Charmes in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Delight all of your senses while sharing award-winning Canadian smooth jazz and a superb Wine Country casual lunch complemented by our wines. Bask in the taste and sound of summer on our Vineyard Courtyard while supporting the St. Catharines General Hospital Foundation. Sunday, July 12th - Matt Dusk with Chef Stephen Treadwell. Sunday, August 16th - North of Soul with Chef Eric Peacock. Admission is $80pp, single concert, lunch, glass of wine. Proceeds go to St. Catharines General Foundation For information, call Michele Bosc at 905-3233863, e-mail michele@chateaudescharmes.com or visit http://www.scghfoundation.com.

Four-day culinary vacation will be held from July 12 to July 16 at The Waring House Inn in Picton, Ontario. Visit farm markets, wineries, a craft brewery, cheese producers, cook 'ti your heart's content using the freshest local ingredients, and even take home some souvenir preserves. Includes four night's accommodation (double occupancy), all meals, three hands-on cookery classes, Waring House apron, tours to wineries, brewery, cheese producers, meet-and-greet-on Sunday. Other dates: August 9-13, September 13-17. Admission is From $995 pp + taxes. For information, call Ginny Merritt at 613-476-7492, e-mail cookery@waringhouse.com or visit http://www.waringhouse.com/packages.shtml.

Taste: Victoria's Festival of Food and Wine will be held from July 16 to July 19 at Crystal Garden and surrounding area in Victoria, British Columbia. Victoria's first annual festival of cuisine and wine will offer a local taste of Vancouver Island, the wine regions of British Columbia and beyond; July 16-19, 2009. Participate in tastings, seminars, and experience taste through outings to regional farms, a cidery and even a local seafood company. Learn and connect directly with the farmers, vintners, chefs and cheese-makers who celebrate the terroir of BC through their produce, wine, food and more. Admission is $10 and up. Proceeds go to Partial proceeds of Taste will go to Woodwyn Farm, a rehabiliations centre that will encompass food, nourishment, and recovery. For information, call Kathy Mcaree at 250-3851527, e-mail kathymcaree@shaw.ca or visit http://www.VictoriaTaste.com.

Music Niagara 2009 Music and Wine at Peller Estates Winery, Inniskillin Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Wine lovers can delight their senses in Niagara-on-the-Lake this summer, at Music Niagara’s special series featuring music and wine. Set the stage for your perfect Saturday at one of our three Music and Wine concerts on July 25, August 1, and August 8, 11:30 a.m. at beautiful Peller Estates Winery. Let the beauty of Haydn's string quartets and the magic sounds of Mozart entrance you as you sip an aperitif while overlooking Peller Estates’ magnificent vineyards. On July 25 we are pleased to welcome guest performers from the world-renowned St. Petersburg String Quartet. Tickets are $15. For information, call Music Niagara at 905-468-5566, e-mail concerts@musicniagara.org or visit http://2009.niagaramusicfest.com/festivalprogramme.jsp.

Passion: A Celebration of Niagara on the Lake Wine, Food and Cultural Arts will be held August 22 12:00 at The Common in Niagara on the Lake, On. Passion, a new and exciting Wine Food & Cultural Arts event is the inspiration of the Rotary Club of Niagara on the Lake in partnership with the Wineries of Niagara on the Lake and local epicurean restaurants.
Come taste the pairings of wine and gourmet food, listen to superb jazz music, ride the hot air balloon and then relax in the Savoia lounge Admission is $100.00 per person. Proceeds go to Niagara on the Lake Rotary Club For information, call James Down at 905-468 3173, e-mail james@niagarapassion.com or visit http://www.niagarapassion.com.

The 15th Annual Feast of Fields Fundraiser will be held September 13 from 1 pm to 5 pm at UBC Farm, 6182 South Campus Road in Vancouver, BC. This extravagant event highlights the many connections between farmers and chefs from across British Columbia. Savour a wide variety of delectable appetizers prepared by the best BC chefs, and quench your thirst with the finest wines from across the province, all the while increasing your awareness of local food. Admission is $75 (early bird tickets) $85 (regular priced tickets). For information, call Sara Unrau at 604-730 0450, e-mail unrau.sara@gmail.com or visit http://www.feastoffields.com.

Savvy Supper Series featuring Rosehall Run Winery will be held September 17 at 6:30 pm at TRIO Restaurant at Novotel Ottawa Hotel in Ottawa, ON. The Savvy Supper Series showcases Canadian winemakers and their wines. This event is a great experience to meet and mingle with the people who are devoted to making premium Canadian wines. This event features self-taught winemaker and winery owner Dan Sullivan of Rosehall Run Vineyards who will share stories and secrets about his winery, his winemaking techniques and his impressive vineyard. A full range of Rosehall wines will be paired with the autumn menu of TRIO Restaurant's 'tasting plates' (tapas style) featuring local ingredients. Throughout the evening, Dan - along with TRIO’s executive chef Scott Lucas and Savvy sommeliers - will visit your table and answer any wine or food questions. Admission is $85 per person. Ticket prices include gratuities & taxes. For information, call Debbie Trenholm at 613-SAVVYCO (728-8926), e-mail debbie@savvycompany.ca or visit http://www.savvycompany.ca.

Old World Classics Festival will be held October 3 at 7pm at Willow Park Wines & Spirits in Calgary, Alberta. Join us to taste some of the world's most prestigious wines and beers. This festival showcases the old world regions of France, Spain and Austria plus the traditional beers of Belgium. Tantalize your tastebuds with classic "amuse bouche" while sipping some of the worlds most heralded wines and beers. A rare opportunity to taste the most famous wine regions of Europe including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Priorat. A must-attend event with exclusive vintages, unusual beers and delicious food pairings. Only 120 tickets available. Admission is $95. For information, call Julie Fitzsimmons at 403-296-1640 ext 221, e-mail julie@willowpark.net or visit http://www.willowparkwines.com/events.htm.

The Ontario Wine Society presents Shari Darling's Afternoon Delight will be held October 24 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Badminton and Racquet Club of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario. This fun and educational workshop will be led by Shari Darling. It is based on the principles in her best selling and award-winning cookbooks -- Harmony On the Palate and Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines. Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines was awarded Best Food and Wine Pairing Cookbook in Canada at the international 2009 Gourmand World Cookbook Awards in Paris, France. In this workshop, you'll learn the basic principles for pairing wine with food by thinking wine styles first. You’ll quickly learn how to pair any wine with food on a consistent and dependable basis to experience a culinary orgasm every time! Admission is $67. For information, call Ken Burford at 416-921 9798, e-mail yvonnken@pathcom.com or visit http://www.ontariowinesociety.com.

For a current listing of events hosted by the National Capital Sommelier Guild visit http://www.sommelierguild.com/events/upcoming_events.html

Jazz at Jan's will be held from August 16 to September 26 from 6 pm - 9 pm every Saturday at 1305 13th Street Alley off 13th before Spring St. in Paso Robles, CA. Come listen to some hot jazz, blues and R&B will tasting the best wines of the Central Coast Wine Region. Visit our Tuscan Courtyard and experience music and wine under the stars. Admission is $5 cover/person. For information, call Jan Manni at 805-227-4107, e-mail jan@thewineattic.com or visit http://www.WineAttic.com.

California's Grape & Gourmet will be held from July 9 at 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM at Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, California. Unlimited Wine & Food Tasting Included with Admission. Proceeds Benefit: Friends of the California State Fair. In 2008, the Friends of the California State Fair scholarship program awarded $29,500 to California’s youth. For information, call Genene Chacon at 916-263.3636, e-mail gchacon@calexpo.com or visit http://www.thebestcaliforniawine.com.

Crested Butte Land Trust Wine & Food Festival will be held from July 23 to July 26 in Crested Butte, Colorado. Grand Tasting and Evening on Elk Ave. events with more than 500 wines from around the world. Chef dinners with Frank Bonanno and Kent Rathbun. Winemaker Trails: mountain bike rides and gourmet picnics with California winemakers. Admission is $35 - 500 per event. Proceeds go to Crested Butte Land Trust - protects unrivaled views, provides trails, and preserves wildlife habitat. For information, call Margaret Ebeling at 303-809-0404, e-mail margaret@larimersquare.com or visit http://www.crestedbuttewine.com.

Culinary Getaway in Napa Valley will be held from August 14 to August 16 in Yountville, CA. Join us for a weekend of food and wine exploration in Napa Valley, California. We will cook together in a beautiful winery setting using the finest in local ingredients, dine in favorite local restaurants and in private settings, taste regional wines, olive oils and cheeses. Admission is US$1200 for double occupancy, US$1500 for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-5187107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://www.culinarygetaways.com/getaways/?g=napaWeekend.

Riverfront Wine Festival will be held from September 19 to September 20 from 1 PM - 6:30 PM at Lewis & Clark Landing in Omaha, NE. Omaha's first annual Riverfront Wine Festival provides an opportunity to sample from more than 100 wines from around the world and learn about new and exciting varieties from the experts. Taste different wines, experience a variety of food pairings and discover what you enjoy! Admission is $20 in advance, $25 at the gate. Proceeds go to Junior League of Omaha has been selected as the non-profit beneficiary, receiving a portion of the ticket sales. For information, call Jen Kocher at 402-8506776, e-mail jkocher@urbanwineevents.com or visit http://www.riverfrontwinefestival.com.

All That Glitters: Beyond the Grape! will be held September 26 7pm-10pm at T. Pepin Hospitality Center in Tampa, FL. Join us for an evening of signature wines, specialty beers and spirits paired with tantalizing dishes prepared by some of Tampa Bay's best restaurants and caterers. Event includes a live swing band, casino games, live and silent auctions, and much more! Admission is $60.00 general admission; $100 VIP admission. Proceeds go to MacDonald Training Center. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities to lead the lives they choose. For information, call Marianne Monoc at 813-870-1300, ext. 283, e-mail mmonoc@macdonaldcenter.org or visit http://www.macdonaldcenter.org/subpages/wine_tasting_2009.asp.

Santa Monica Farmers Market 25th Anniversary Dinner will be held April 15 6-10pm at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Santa Monica, CA. We are celebrating 25 years of the Original farmers market in Santa Monica. 21 Top Los Angeles chefs will be paired with farmers and serve small plates, dinner and dessert made with the farm fresh ingredients they often use in their restaurants. Food will be paired with wines being donated from many wineries and importers from around the world. Admission is $100. Proceeds go to Southland Farmers Market Association.
Benfits the farmers For information, call Dave Rubell at 310 -441-1840, e-mail chefdr11@earthlink.net.

Edgefield uncorked! 2007 will be held September 29 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in Nashville, TN. Edgefield Uncorked! features artisan wines, gourmet foods, and entertainment. Wines from Terry Theise, The Wine Shoppe, Billington Imports and more, as well as gourmet foods provided by Alexander's Catering and local artisan foods including breads, cheeses and other delicacies from Provence Breads and Cafe, the Turnip Truck, Kenny's Cheeses and Chef Laura Button of Journey to Bliss Raw Foods, as well as hand-made sweets from the Nashville Toffee Company, Toney's Naturals and Matilda’s Fine Foods. Admission is $50 in advance or $60 at the door. Proceeds go to historic preservation and three Nashville organizations serving Nashville-area children: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), East Nashville Hope Exchange and Warner Elementary School. For information, call Jennifer Hagan-dier at 615-423-5824, e-mail jennifer@edgefielduncorked.com or visit http://www.edgefielduncorked.com.

A Summer in the Vaucluse Vineyard will be held from July 1 to September 30 in 30 villages of Vaucluse (near Avignon), France. Take a wine tour in wine cooperative cellars of Vaucluse which invite you to discover vineyards and villages in Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Luberon and Côtes du Ventoux, and famous Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, and Beaumes de Venise. For information, call Diane Caillard at 00 33 -(0)4 90 84 08 28 , e-mail diane.caillard@wanadoo.fr or visit http://www.vigneronscooperateurs-84.fr.

Culinary Getaway in Tuscany will be held from September 20 to September 26 in Chianti region, Italy. Join Sherry Page for a week of culinary exploration in Tuscany. We will cook together with local chefs and explore regional wines, olive oils and cheeses. We will explore the Chianti countryside and visit small towns there, in addition to Florence, San Gimignano and Siena. We will dine in local restaurants and explore the markets of this bountiful area of Italy. Admission is US$3850 for double occupancy, US$4200 for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-5187107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://www.culinarygetaways.com/getaways/tuscany/?g=tuscanyWeek.

Culinary Getaway in Provence will be held from October 4 to October 10 in Goult, France. Join Sherry Page in October as we explore the food, wine, culture and history of the Provence region of France. We will cook with local French chefs, taste wines in Chateauneuf du Pape, shop the local markets for seasonal ingredients, visit the small villages and historical interests, dine in local restaurants and taste regional olive oils, cheeses and chocolates. Admission is US$3500 per person - double occupancy; US$3850 per person - single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-5187107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://www.culinarygetaways.com/getaways/provence/?g=provenceCulinaryWeek.

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