Ottawa Chamber Music Society Wine Auction will be held March 10 at 6 pm at Christ Church Cathedral 420 Sparks Street in Ottawa, Ontario. From everyday drinking wine to excellently stored ready to drink classic and rare wines are for sale to benefit the Ottawa Chamber Music Society and Festival. These donated wines come from excellent wine cellars where the donors have stored most of the wines since their first offer for purchase. Excellent opportunity to buy vintage wine to celebrate a birth year, anniversary or reward for wine loving family, friends, colleagues, clients or employees. Admission is $100. Proceeds go to Ottawa Chamber Music Society and Festival For information, call Nico Van duyvenbode at 613-729-9007, e-mail nico_van_duyvenbode@hotmail.com.

The Ontario Wine Society proudly presents Ontario Chardonnay - Seriously Cool will be held March 24 6:30pm at Toronto Lawn Tennis Club, 44 Price St. in Toronto, Ontario. Take part in an historical Ontario wine event. Cool climate VQA Chardonnays from Ontario will be showcased in England when British wine writers gather at Canada House in Trafalgar Square on May 17th to taste 34 of Ontario’s top VQA Chardonnays selected by a group of Ontario wine critics. This Ontario Wine Society event will be a dress rehearsal for the Canada House tasting. Admission is $ 39 each - member and one guest, $49 each - addition guests and non-members. For information, call Ken Burford at 416-921 9798, e-mail contact@ontariowinesociety.com or visit http://www.ontariowinesociety.com.

The Ontario Wine Society presents "Cheers for Cheddar" will be held March 31 6:30pm reception, 7:00pm tasting at CUCCI Ristorante, 119 Jones St. in Oakville, Ontario. Join the OWS for an evening of sampling that irresistible combo, wine and cheese. And not just any cheese, but delectable world-renowned fine aged cheddars produced by Balderson Cheese. This event will be hosted by John Nadeau, co-founder of The Wine Establishment and consultant to Ontario's wineries. The event will pair Balderson’s Extra Old White Cheddar (aged up to 18 months) with a 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Single Vinyard, Queenston Road Vineyard, a 3-Year Old White Cheddar with a 2006 Reserve Merlot, Creekside Estate Winery, and a 6-Year Old Cheddar with 2005 Reserve Meritage, also from Creekside Estates.
Admission is $ 35 each - member and one guest, $45 each - addition guests and non-members. For information, call Ken Burford at 416-921 9798, e-mail contact@ontariowinesociety.com or visit http://www.ontariowinesociety.com.

The 2010 California Wine Fair will be held April 19 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto, Ontario. Enjoy a unique opportunity to sample a wide selection of more than 400 premium wines from 100 of California's top producers. This is the largest tasting tour of California wines in Canada! Admission is $65.00. Proceeds go to the James Fund for Neuroblastoma research at SickKids. For information, call Christina Oreskovich at 1-800-558-CORK (2675), e-mail christina@praxispr.ca or visit http://www.calwine.ca.

The 2010 California Wine Fair will be held April 20 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Westin Ottawa, Confederation Ballroom I, 11 Colonel By Drive in Ottawa, Ontario. Enjoy a unique opportunity to sample a wide selection of more than 350 premium wines from 100 of California's top producers. This is the largest tasting tour of California wines in Canada! Admission is $60. For information, call Christina Oreskovich at 1-800-558-2675 (CORK), e-mail christina@praxispr.ca or visit http://www.calwine.ca.

Twenty Valley Niagara Wine Country Run will be held from June 12 to June 13 at 3:00PM in Beamsville , Ontario . Test Your Legs & Treat Your Taste Buds. Runners of all abilities are invited to Explore the Stunning Vineyards and Sample Niagara's Twenty Valley premium wines at the Runners expo, along the picturesque course and at the Finish Line Street Party. Admission is Registration Cost. Proceeds go to Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada
St. Catharines General Hospital Foundation For information, call Marie Brennan at 905-949-1910, e-mail mbrennan@landmarksport.com or visit http://www.winecountryrun.com.

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Culinary Getaway in Napa Valley will be held from March 19 to March 21 in Yountville, California. Join Sherry Page for a Culinary Getaway in Napa Valley where you will cook together in a gorgeous winery setting using the best in fresh, local ingredients, dine in local restaurants and in private settings, and taste regional specialties such as cheeses and olive oils. Admission is 1200 USD per person for double occupancy, 1500 USD for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-518-7107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://culinarygetaways.com//getaways/?gid=59.

Oyster Roast at RayLen Vineyards will be held March 20 1-5 pm at RayLen Vineyards & Winery in Mocksville, NC. Join RayLen Vineyards & Winery on Saturday, March 20 for the annual Oyster Roast. Musical guest is Martha Bassett. Oysters and other seafood available for purchase from Full Moon Oyster Bar. Tickets are $10/person at the Cash Gate and includes admission, parking, glass of wine, and a souvenir wine glass. Make reservations at www.raylenvineyards.com . Lawn chairs, picnic baskets, and flip-flops welcome. PETS & COOLERS PROHIBITED. Admission is $10/Cash Gate. For information, call Karyn Howard at 336-998-3100, e-mail info@raylenvineyards.com.

The 20th Annual Savor Sonoma Valley will be held from March 20 to March 21 from 11AM – 4PM at Sonoma Valley in Kenwood, CA. Join 21 Wineries as they showcase 2009 vintage wines straight from the barrels, sample new releases, and offer award-winning wines paired perfectly with culinary creations prepared by local chefs and restaurants. Admission is $55.00 per person / Designated Driver tickets are $20 each (Sunday-Only tickets available as well). For information, call Josie Gay at 866-794-9463, e-mail josie@heartofsonomavalley.com or visit http://www.heartofsonomavalley.com.

Independent Champagne and Sparkling Wine Invitational (ICSWI) will be held from April 16 to April 18 at 11am-4pm at New Orleans Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. The ICSWI, the Independent Champagne and Sparkling Wine Invitational, is a world premiere conference (aka “fizz fest”) taking place in the culinary mecca of New Orleans, April 16-18, 2010. Designed to be an unforgettable three days of extravagance, education, and fun, ICSWI will expose consumers and trade to independent global producers who are making exceptional, hand-crafted products in the independent spirit. Nurturing the sparkling wine lover, attendees will be exposed to more than 150 independent growers and producers, 50 top sommeliers and over a dozen leading national chefs who have been invited to participate. Conference activities will include seminars, grand tastings, after parties and more! Bubble options will be endless - the experience will be unbelievable! Admission is $300-$1500. For information, call Katie Callahan at 877-427.9110, e-mail katie@venuepr.cm or visit http://www.icswi2010.com.

New England Gourmet Food & Wine Expo will be held from June 18 to June 20 at 10 am - 7 pm at DCU Center in Worcester, MA. The New England Gourmet Food & Wine Expo offers guests an unparalleled opportunity to sample over 1,000 fine wines, beers and spirits from around the globe. The expo offers guests the chance to participate in the tastings program and sample high-end wines in the Fine Wine Tasting Lounge. The Chef's stage features education and sampling by celebrity and talented local chefs. The Cheese Corner has presentations and tastings of the countries finest cheeses. The entertainment area will present an array of talented French-style performances. The Art of the Cocktail Stage will engage and entertain. This year’s theme is Wines of California. Please visit us online at http://www.dmandevents.com Admission is FREE. For information, call James Stone at 888-6287511, e-mail sales@dmandevents.com.

Finger Lakes Wine Festival will be held from July 16 to July 18 at 10am - 5pm; Overnight camping is available at Watkins Glen International in Watkins Glen, NY. Perhaps the best introduction to the Finger Lakes wine region this 3 day festival and farmers' market and is the largest in NY State; featuring over 85 wineries, free culinary classes and demos, free wine seminars and a growing Brewer's Garden. VIP offers, On-site camping, food and craft vendors, live bands and comedians as well as pace car rides around the historical 3.4 mile race course make this event one not to be missed! Admission is one-day advance $25 (reg $30); two-day advance $35 (reg. $45). For information, call Brett Powell at 866-461-7223, e-mail bmpowell@theglen.com or visit http://www.flwinefest.com.

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.

Culinary Getaway in Paris will be held from April 26 to April 30 in Paris, France. Join Sherry Page for a Culinary Getaway to Paris, France. During your Getaway, you will cook together using the finest in local ingredients chosen each day from the neighborhood markets. You will enjoy cooking lessons from a French chef, dine in outstanding restaurants and learn about French cheeses. You will also sample the incredible chocolates and confections that are available in the delightful shops of Paris. Admission is 3000 USD per person based on double occupancy, 3500 USD per person for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-518-7107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://culinarygetaways.com//getaways/?gid=60.

Culinary Getaway in Tuscany will be held from May 16 to May 22 in Castellina in Chianti, Italy. Join Culinary Getaways in Tuscany where you will explore the villages, the markets, the regional specialties, the wines and the food in this delightful area of Italy. You will get to know the people, the history and the culture of the region along the way. You will cook together using local, seasonal ingredients, dine in outstanding local restaurants and cook with Italian chefs. Admission is 3850 USD based on double occupancy, 4250 USD per person based on single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-518-7107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://culinarygetaways.com//getaways/?gid=61.

Culinary Getaway in Tuscany will be held from May 23 to May 29 in Castellina in Chianti in Tuscany, Italy. Just added! Join Culinary Getaways in Tuscany where you will explore the villages, the markets, the regional specialties, the wines and the food in this delightful area of Italy. You will get to know the people, the history and the culture of the region along the way. You will cook together using local, seasonal ingredients, dine in outstanding local restaurants and cook with Italian chefs. Groups are kept small so space is limited. Admission is 3850 USD per person, based on double-occupancy; 4250 USD per person for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-518-7107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://culinarygetaways.com//getaways/?gid=70.

Cooking and wine tour in a castle in Puglia Italy will be held from October 2 to October 9 at Puglia in Lecce, Lecce. Join the two sisters Cinzia and Marika on a cooking and wine tour in Puglia. Cook the traditional Mediterranean cuisine of Puglia with the local people. Visit beautiful markets where to buy fresh ingredients for the cooking classes. Taste excellent wines and attend the grape harvest in the season. Stay in a beautiful 17th century castle. Visit one of the most beautiful and still unspoiled regions in Italy. Cinzia is also a wine sommelier and olive oil taster. Marika is also a cardiologist and will tell you about the healthy benefits of the Mediterranean cuisine of Puglia. Cinzia and Marika are native to Puglia and speak fluent English. Admission is 2315 euro double occupancy; 2665 euro single occupancy. For information, call Cinzia Rascazzo at 39-3484514324, e-mail info.stile@gmail.com.

Culinary Getaway in Provence will be held from October 3 to October 9 in Goult, Provence, France. Join Sherry Page for a Culinary Getaway in Provence where you will explore the markets and the quaint villages of this beautiful and historic region. You will cook together with French chefs and dine in some of the finest local restaurants and private settings. You will explore the many specialties that the region has to offer. Admission is 3850 USD based on double occupancy, 4250 USD for single occupancy. For information, call Sherry Page at 415-518-7107, e-mail sherry@culinarygetaways.com or visit http://culinarygetaways.com//getaways/?gid=64.

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