The Wine and Food Week 2008 Event Lineup
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Texas Experience Festival in Shenandoah
Saturday, May 31, 2008 | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Circle the wagons & join us in Shenandoah for day that's all Texas day! The Texas Experience Festival is a one-day family-friendly festival celebrating all things TEXAS! Experience Texas Music, Texas-style entertainment, Texas Beer, Texas Wine, Texas History, Texas Products, Texas Produce, Texas Flowers, Texas Food and Texas You!
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Gary Vaynerchuk & His Wine Wizard Court Seminar
Monday, June 02, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Gary Vaynerchuk, Host of Wine Library TV, Wine Wizard 2008 welcomes his Wizard Court Tim Hanni, Master of Wine, George M. Taber, author of Judgement of Paris and To Cork or Not to Cork and Daniel Schuster, Winemaker, Author and Consultant.
What's Old is New Again… A deeper look at Terrior and the finesse that draws out the delicate flavors and essences of wine. Rediscover lesser known varietals, tasting through selections that capture thousands of years of soil, minerals and natural influences that the accomplished Winemakers can bring out. Gary is joined by his Wizard Court.
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Saints on the Water
Monday, June 02, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Join National Wine Educator representing Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, George A. Foote as he presents Saints on the Water featuring Columbia Crest Reserves.
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America's Post Oak Wine Dinner
Monday, June 02, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Americas Post Oak Wine Dinner with Pascual Toso Wines. Join Enrique Toso, Winemaker and fourth generation descendant of Pascual Toso Winery in Mendoza, Argentina as he proudly presents his family’s heritage through the wines he makes.
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Artista Wine Dinner
Monday, June 02, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join Diego Surazsky of Bodega Norton from Mendoza, Argentina at Artista for a delightful wine dinner pairing experience that you’ll find only at Artista.
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Kirby's Prime Steakhouse Wine Dinner
Monday, June 02, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Wines on the Waterway
Tuesday, June 03, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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Américas Waterway Wine Dinner
Tuesday, June 03, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Great Wines of Chile are partnered with the newest and hottest restaurant in The Woodlands, Americas Waterway. Don’t miss out on the unbelievable experience.
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Bubbles, Baubles & Bling Presented by Thomas Markle Jewelers
Tuesday, June 03, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
A new event in 2008 and Ladies you deserve to be at Bubbles, Baubles & Bling. This refined and sparkling affair that is perfect for a girls night out for the deserving lady.
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Churrasco’s Wine Dinner
Tuesday, June 03, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join Carlos Serrano, of Vina Montes, Chile as he shares his award-winning selections that are perfectly paired with delectable dishes at Churrasco’s, River Oaks.
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It’s a Guy Thing at Americas Waterway
Tuesday, June 03, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
This Man’s Man Event at the new Américas Waterway location features host Master Sommelier Guy Stout who welcomes Wine Wizard Master of Ceremonies Gary Vaynerchuk, Wine Wizard 2007 Daniel Schuster from New Zealand, Master of Wine Tim Hanni, Wine Wizard 2006 George M. Taber and the Glazer's Family of Companies premiere products.
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Wines on the Waterway
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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Dine on the Waterway with Kirby's
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 | 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Enjoy your waterway tour with Captain and Wine Guide Gigi Reynolds of Icon Estates. Your selections will be perfectly paired with delectable cuisine created by Kirby's Corporate Executive Chef, Daniel Nemec.
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Wine Dinner
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Wine Dinner
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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American Express Kirby's Pre-Party
Thursday, June 05, 2008 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Wines on the Waterway
Thursday, June 05, 2008 | 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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HEB Wine Walk at Market Street
Thursday, June 05, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
A Wine & Food Week favorite and sell-out! Participants stroll Market Street visiting host retailers welcoming wine industry representative who share their selections from around the world. Enjoy the beat of steel drum music and the sizzling sounds of visiting Aruba Chefs preparing fresh island fare in Central Park. The Ruinite Lambrusca coach offers free shuttle from Gold Lot parking to the start. Visit Artist and Author Alley and meet special visitors.
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Ladies of the Vine Luncheon
Friday, June 06, 2008 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join a panel of women winemakers, owners and experts as they guide you behind the bottle... what it takes to get it to your taste buds. Intimate experience with reception tasting stations followed by a multi-course wine meal. The Club at Carlton Woods.
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Green sets Sail with Jeff Kunde Eco Tour
Friday, June 06, 2008 | 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
The waterway tour, conducted by 4th generation winegrower, Jeff Kunde, will take you on a virtual trip from the Sonoma Valley floor up to 1,400 feet into the Mayacamas Mountain range and learn of Kunde Estate's sustainable winegrowing practices as they craft their ultra premium estate bottled wines.
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Friday Night on the Northshore - Value Wines Happy Hour
Friday, June 06, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Showcases Friday Night on the Northshore.
A community style "Happy Hour" event with mass appeal. Wines retailing for under $15 are showcased in a fun & casual environment. Music, mingle & wines all with the feel of Northshore, Louisiana.
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After Party
Friday, June 06, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Natural Street @ Market Street
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
A Green Living Fair for the family. Admission is free with a recyclable item. Family education on how to sustain & protect our world in a fun, friendly environment. Activities including Kidz R Cooking hands-on classes guided by chefs teaching children how to explore flavors & prepare fun & tasty fare.
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Kidz R Cooking
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Toads on Picnic Waterway Tour
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Feeling amphibious? Put on your webbed feet and take the plunge! Join Toad Hollow for a TOADILLY great time. Complete with picnic box lunch, Toad Hollow wines … and water, of course. Plop!
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Wine & Dine Luncheon at Perry’s Grill & Steakhouse
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Enjoy a multi-course wine lunch with Jeff Kunde of Kunde Estate Family Wines and Chef Casey Simmons of Perry’s Grill & Steakhouse
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Kidz R Cooking
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Wine Seminar
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wine Educator Seminar packed with fun and learning; expanding knowledge of both enthusiast and novice.
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Wines on the Waterway
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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Kidz R Cooking
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Wines on the Waterway
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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Kidz R Cooking
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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90 Points or Better Wine Seminar
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
What does the rating system mean? What does it mean to you, the consumer? Why are ratings so important?
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Wines on the Waterway
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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Unlocking the Mystery of the Glass Wine Seminar
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Marriott Waterway Ballroom. Wine Educator Seminar packed with fun and learning; expanding knowledge of both enthusiast and novice. Presented by Jorge Perez, US Director of Event Marketing, Waterford Crystal.
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Wine Seminar
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wine Educator Seminar packed with fun and learning; expanding knowledge of both enthusiast and novice.
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Continental Premium Lounge
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Get your tickets and boarding pass and be one of only 150 participants to access the Continental Airlines "Premium Lounge", featuring créme de la créme wines, BusinessFirst® appetizers and special guests in an exclusive, intimate VIP area with seating.
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Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting & South American Chef Showcase
Saturday, June 07, 2008 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Premiere Event! 2008 Theme - Exploring South America with chefs from South America. Enjoy a flavor- filled taste of South America! Featuring visiting Chefs from Peru, Chile & Argentina serving South American cuisine along with, over 500 wines. The exclusive Continental Airlines "Premium Lounge" will feature the finest wine selections in a comfortable, executive lounge setting.
In addition to South American chefs over 40 culinary experts from Aruba, Louisiana, and coast to coast will come in to join the best of the best of Houston. And, as the first destination culinary and wine event in the Country, the preparations will feature, organic, sustainable and farm to market foods! Sandy, Gluck, Editor of Everyday Foods will present the first ever Chef of Chefs Awards, after live on-stage chef demonstrations.
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Shenandoah Texas Winery Roadtrip to Bernhardt Winery
Sunday, June 08, 2008 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
An excursion for the senses! Motor Coach departing from The City of Shenandoah for a day filled with seminar, tour, tasting, brunch, education and fun!
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The Marriott Waterway Wine and Wailing Brunch
Sunday, June 08, 2008 | 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Jazz Brunch featuring sparkling wines & live Jazz & scrumptious buffet.
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Wines on the Waterway
Sunday, June 08, 2008 | 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Climb on board a climate controlled water taxi that tours through the piney woods in an intimate environment with a winery expert, learning and tasting through their offerings.
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