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Raleigh’s first wine and painting party company expands its footprint with new 3,500 square foot space that offers patrons outdoor painting and view of Raleigh skyline

A Little Paint, A Little Wine, and a Whole Lot of FUN for a great cause! Painting with a Twist - Trinity Event: Sunday, February 19 2:00pm - 5:00pm Complimentary food & wine, raffles and giveaways!!! First 50 guests receive a FREE Vera Bradley Tote!

Wine focused adventure company Outdoor Wine Adventures expands into golf by introducing "Wine on the Links" at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Oregon.

The Celler Door, 102 W. Midland Ave., Woodland Park, CO will open February 9 and showcase new wine tasting experiences. Owners Ben and Jamie Caperton have developed a well-earned reputation for bringing new businessesto the mountain community.

The Signature Room at the 95th and The Drive 97.1 FM will partner for the 2nd Annual Wine and Rock Pairing Event on Friday, March 9th. Enjoy an evening of wine pairings and live rock with gourmet, passed hors d’oeuvres, artisan cheeses and more.

Fine Vintage Ltd winner of The Riedel Trophy for WSET Educator of the Year!

Specially added to the program of the 17th Philippines Hot Air Balloon Fiesta in Clark this year is the afternoon flight of the colorful hot air balloons; special dinner served at Clark Wine Center for guests to dine and watch comfortably.

Synergy Glass & Packaging ran a first time campaign for its customers (wineries and home winemakers) to raise cash donations for 2 local food banks.

Hotels and villas have announced sweet specials for the 12th annual St. Croix Food & Wine Experience. From three night packages to week-long stays, each vacation package offers a different experience during the St. Croix Food & Wine Experience.

Splash Studio will offer nightly 3-hour sessions in which customers can learn to create their own masterpieces while enjoying a glass of wine. The self-described “painting bar” hopes to tap into the growing desire for experiential environments.

Napa Valley’s premier wine bottle etching and painting company celebrates 20 years in the wine industry.

Obergine have developed a competition entry website and competition management system to support Sommelier Wine Awards year-on-year growth.

THE ORGANIC LIFE, a Sonoma-lensed farm-life documentary by local filmmaker Casey Beck, will have a work-in-progress sneak preview followed by a farm-to-table dinner in Jack London State Park at 5:30pm on Saturday, March 3, 2012.

"An exploration of food, wine, and community" The Festival will take place at Nage Restaurant Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Sunday January 29, 2012 5-8pm Nage Rehoboth's 1st annual premier Winter Food & Wine Festival is coming this January.

City Square Café in Manassas, Va. will host two murder mystery dinners. The four-course dinner will be paired with Virginia wines. The theme is set for sailing the seas. Staff to be dressed in boat cruising attire and guests are welcome to as well.

Toast in the new year with a bottle of Pol Roger Vintage Champagne, newly added to Vintage Seekers' comprehensive collection of rare wines.

Perfect Pairings that Tease and Seduce Cabernet and Chocolates make the perfect gift idea for your friends and family.

Corks Out completes a great year with nominations for three national retailng awards - Online/Direct Mail Retailer of the Year, Champagne Retailer of the Year, and Spirit Retailer of the Year.

New Site Section on EasyFoodandWine.com Features Hand-Selected Gourmet Food and Wine Gift Ideas for Holiday Shopping

Wrapping up the 2011 wine competition season, Acres of Land Winery brought home two more medals for their wines, bringing the season’s awards to twenty medals.

Hot on the heels of their first wines, Brash Higgins adds two new, thought-provoking wines to its portfolio – the amphora-aged, estate grown 2011 ‘NDV’ Nero d’Avola and the 2011 ‘GR/M’ Grenache-Mataro Co-Ferment, both from McLaren Vale.

Learn How to Create a Decadent Easter Feast with Holiday Food and Wine Pairings

Fine Vintage Ltd. offers Wine courses in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Wine tasting courses are available for wine industry members and enthusiasts including wine importers, sommeliers, sales representatives, agents, servers, winemakers and grape growers.

Pine Ridge Vineyards announced today the relaunch of its Buy a Bottle, Plant a Tree campaign in partnership with American Forests.

Vintage Seekers unveils an innovative approach to buying wines, Champagnes and spirits as gifts for milestone celebrations.

Raleigh’s first wine and painting party company expands its footprint with new 3,500 square foot space that offers patrons outdoor painting and view of Raleigh skyline

Now through February 13, Southern California adults (21+) can enter to win a pair of tickets.  Simply "like" Santa Clarita WineFest on Facebook to enter the contest and the winners will be announced on February 14th.

A Little Paint, A Little Wine, and a Whole Lot of FUN for a great cause! Painting with a Twist - Trinity Event: Sunday, February 19 2:00pm - 5:00pm Complimentary food & wine, raffles and giveaways!!! First 50 guests receive a FREE Vera Bradley Tote!

Organic food company proves that anyone can create the perfect partnership and grab a slice of love on Valentine’s Day

The Virginia Wine Expo is coming up in the next couple weeks, and the Bed and Breakfast Association of VA along with Variant Events would like to offer you a special promotion for the forthcoming festival.

Mark Your Calendars and Save the date of March 15th beginning at 6:30 p.m.! Pacific's Edge at Hyatt Carmel Highlands will host its second Winemakers Dinner of 2012 -- An evening with the wines of Hall/Roessler.

Just Announced! Each Wednesday from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m at Tarpy's Roadhouse in monterey will showcase local vintners, wineries and their wines and offers Tarpy's customers the chance to taste great wines and chat up a winery expert.

This is a mold to make a unique ice bucket MADE OF ICE that will keep your bottles chilled!

Wine focused adventure company Outdoor Wine Adventures expands into golf by introducing "Wine on the Links" at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Oregon.

The 3rd Annual Baccha Bash integrates social and professional networking with philanthropy. The event is presented by Seacrest Partners and The Paint the Town Red Committee for the local American Red Cross.

The Celler Door, 102 W. Midland Ave., Woodland Park, CO will open February 9 and showcase new wine tasting experiences. Owners Ben and Jamie Caperton have developed a well-earned reputation for bringing new businessesto the mountain community.

Just Announced! A Taste of Monterey, in Monterey, teams up with AQUA TERRA Culinary for Valentine's Day on Tuesday, February 14.

Money raised from event will go directly toward medical care for cancer-stricken canine

The Signature Room at the 95th and The Drive 97.1 FM will partner for the 2nd Annual Wine and Rock Pairing Event on Friday, March 9th. Enjoy an evening of wine pairings and live rock with gourmet, passed hors d’oeuvres, artisan cheeses and more.

Fine Vintage Ltd winner of The Riedel Trophy for WSET Educator of the Year!

Innovative solution to selecting and enjoying exquisite wines without the stress and cost

Specially added to the program of the 17th Philippines Hot Air Balloon Fiesta in Clark this year is the afternoon flight of the colorful hot air balloons; special dinner served at Clark Wine Center for guests to dine and watch comfortably.

Synergy Glass & Packaging ran a first time campaign for its customers (wineries and home winemakers) to raise cash donations for 2 local food banks.

Do you love to cook? Try this on for size – “The only thing better than homemade is homemade with alcohol”. Adams Media announces “Never Cook Sober Cookbook” by Stacy Laabs and Sherri Field.

Hotels and villas have announced sweet specials for the 12th annual St. Croix Food & Wine Experience. From three night packages to week-long stays, each vacation package offers a different experience during the St. Croix Food & Wine Experience.

World Renowned Wine Expert Kevin Zraly to teach seminars; Weekend to Feature Tastings from more than 100 Restaurants, Burger & Beer Bash, Cooking Demonstrations, Winemakers Dinner and More

Just Announced! Holman Ranch Tasting Room, in Carmel Valley, has invited local culinary chefs to demonstrate how wine can be best complemented with local food. Celebrate National Paella Day with Chef Brandon Miller on Tuesday, March 27 6:00 p.m.

An evening at Studio at Montage Laguna Beach with a champagne reception, Executive Chef Craig Strong's signature garden-inspired hors d'oeuvres, followed by a four-course tasting menu complete with wine pairings from a local California winery.

Experience award-winning chef Craig Connole's Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at the historic Hotel La Casa del Camino, Laguna Beach, who will showcase his top 10 tastes from K'ya Bistro Bar.

Save the Date! Tuesday, February 14th, at Pacific's Edge at Hyatt Carmel Highlands Executive Chef Matt Bolton, Pastry Chef Gina Scalla, Wine Director Paul Fried and Restaurant Manager Jacques Melac have created a tantalizing menu!

Vermeil Wines, one of California’s premier boutique wine producers, recently received a rating of 93 for its 2009 Luvisi “1908” Zinfandel from the Connoisseurs Guide to California Wines, and the reviewer described the wine as “compelling.”

Splash Studio will offer nightly 3-hour sessions in which customers can learn to create their own masterpieces while enjoying a glass of wine. The self-described “painting bar” hopes to tap into the growing desire for experiential environments.

Coral Gables' favorite romantic hideaway, Charlotte Bistro, has re-opened with a new, affordable small plates menu and Sunday Brunch.

Everybody Nose, the resident clown troupe of cARTel, presents their 6th world premiere: Everybody Nose Nothing Means Anything and I’m Very Worried – A unique tale of life, loneliness, love, and hope, all through the eyes of clowns new and old.

The Innovative Guide to Italian Wines to be Unveiled in Consumer and Trade Events on January 30 in New York and February 2 in Chicago

Save the date and Mark your Calendars! On Thursday January 19th, Point Pinos Grill of Pacific Grove will hold their second Winemaker Dinner. It will be a 5 course dinner created by Chef Dory Ford paired with Etude Wines.

Silversea Cruises has tapped renowned wine experts Lyn Farmer and Richard Nurick to host a Wine Series enrichment program on six voyages this year.

Napa Valley’s premier wine bottle etching and painting company celebrates 20 years in the wine industry.

Join Fine Vintage Ltd in May 2012 for a luxurious wine tasting tour vacation in Tuscany, Italy hosted by Master of Wine: James Cluer. This is a once in a lifetime trip visiting the very best private wineries in the Tuscany region.

BKWine has just released its 2012 wine and food tour program. It includes two new destinations: Tuscany and Champagne, as well Bordeaux. Full details: bkwinetours.com

Obergine have developed a competition entry website and competition management system to support Sommelier Wine Awards year-on-year growth.

The Matchmakers real estate is now beginning a series on wineries and wine estates in Sonoma County, California.

WillaKenzie Estate, a Wine & Spirits Magazine Top 100 Winery of the World, will celebrate the release of its 2009 Vintage Pinot Noirs with a large fete at the Estate on February 12th. Food will be catered by Portland's 'Thirst Bistro'.

Famed Paranormal Investigator Speaks at Wine Train Mary Ann Winkowski Communicates with Earthbound Spirits

Harvest in Bordeaux - Wine Tasting Trip - May 21-25, 2012 Hosted by James Cluer MW and James Lawther MW

THE ORGANIC LIFE, a Sonoma-lensed farm-life documentary by local filmmaker Casey Beck, will have a work-in-progress sneak preview followed by a farm-to-table dinner in Jack London State Park at 5:30pm on Saturday, March 3, 2012.

A lovely country villa near Orvieto, in Umbria, one of the many homes and villas presented by The Matchmakers real estate.

"An exploration of food, wine, and community" The Festival will take place at Nage Restaurant Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Sunday January 29, 2012 5-8pm Nage Rehoboth's 1st annual premier Winter Food & Wine Festival is coming this January.

American brandy drinkers are enthusiastic about having new access to France's finest and most famous Calvados.

City Square Café in Manassas, Va. will host two murder mystery dinners. The four-course dinner will be paired with Virginia wines. The theme is set for sailing the seas. Staff to be dressed in boat cruising attire and guests are welcome to as well.