In this episode, we switch things up & talk spirits! Local spirits! Specifically we chat with Eric McMillan, Brand Ambassador for Wolf Point Distilling in Chicago. We talk about what Wolf Point is & taste through their Jackscrew Vodka, Florence Field Gin, Captain Santa Vapor Infused Moonshine & an extra tasty treat or two as…
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The Windy City Wine Festival 2018 is one of my favorite WINE events of the year and the reason is simple, Location, Location, Location. The festival grounds are wrapped around the northern half of Buckingham Fountain, beautiful during the day, spectacular at night, with the eastern boundary of Lake Shore Drive with a cool breeze off…
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It’s that time of year again, outdoor wine festival season! The Windy City Wine Festival comes to town, Friday Sept 8th (5pm till 10pm) and Saturday Sept 9th (3pm to 8pm), in the middle of Grant Park on the lake front. As usual the fest goers have the northern 60% of Buckingham Fountain (if you’re not from…
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The Windy City Wine Festival is coming to Grant Park on September 9 and 10… here is a link for more information and tickets: WINDY CITY WINE FESTIVAL It’s an outdoor end-of-the-summer celebration and what I love about it isn’t necessarily the wine (but the wine is important). First, the site is ideal. The event wraps…
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On a recent after work stop-off at BIN36, one of my fave Chicago wine bars nestled in the shadows of Marina City and the House Of Blues, I discovered my go to white wine “flight” (here, a quartet of wine samples) – the “Voluptuous” flight – had indeed flown. I needed a replacement, and fast! I…
Read MoreIt’s fun, it’s tasty & coming to Chicago this weekend! Bon Appétit presents Chicago Gourmet is all about food & wine with tons of Chicago’s finest restaurants, chefs, renowned vintners, spirit makers & premium breweries from all over the globe. Go check out live cooking demonstrations, expert seminars, gourmet tastings, and book signings by internationally…
Read MoreToast of the Town Chicago is not just a wine tasting! It’s an unforgettable tasting experience! Let’s compare it to the typical wine tasting and you’ll see – it is the most unique event you’ll attend all year! Wine tasting: A gathering of people to taste and compare different wines. Meh. Toast of the Town:…
Read MoreWe want YOU to help us kick it off at the Launch Party and save 50%! Taste Around Town Chicago is back! Think “Restaurant Week” for WINE! May 14th-25th, we want you and your friends to get out to as many participating Chicago restaurants and wine bars as possible and taste these badass wines: California’s…
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