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Go to http://skl.sh/ZO8OGV to get your tickets!! Use Code for 10% off: TUMBLR10 Do you enjoy Indian cuisine? Do you like New York? Do you drink wine? If you answered yes to even one of these questions, this class is for you! We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings! This time we tackle Indian fare with New York wines. You heard me right, we have an expert Chef in Indian cuisine which will be a terrific pairing with the cool climate wines of the Finger Lakes.  We will cover topics such as: Going to or hosting a party? What type of wine should you bring/have? How to order off a restaurant wine list How to hold a wine glass How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine Tips to pair your wine and food You’ll be able to ask anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation.  We will taste at least four great value wines from  New York featuring the Finger Lakes (think wines like Riesling) that you can enjoy all summer. In addition, Chef Mahima will prepare, present and provide three perfectly paired noshes of Indian fare. All food will be natutslly gluten free as well!!! With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the coolest wine-nerd in the room! 
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Go to http://skl.sh/ZO8OGV to get your tickets!!

Use Code for 10% off: TUMBLR10

Do you enjoy Indian cuisine? Do you like New York? Do you drink wine? If you answered yes to even one of these questions, this class is for you!

We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings! This time we tackle Indian fare with New York wines. You heard me right, we have an expert Chef in Indian cuisine which will be a terrific pairing with the cool climate wines of the Finger Lakes. 

We will cover topics such as:

  • Going to or hosting a party? What type of wine should you bring/have?
  • How to order off a restaurant wine list
  • How to hold a wine glass
  • How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine
  • Tips to pair your wine and food

You’ll be able to ask anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation. 

We will taste at least four great value wines from  New York featuring the Finger Lakes (think wines like Riesling) that you can enjoy all summer. In addition, Chef Mahima will prepare, present and provide three perfectly paired noshes of Indian fare. All food will be natutslly gluten free as well!!!

With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the coolest wine-nerd in the room! 

This Sangiovese blend almost got lost in my wine rack…I honestly wasn’t going to open this particular bottle, didn’t even know I had it, but accidentally did one Saturday night when starting to prepare dinner. Happy accident! The 2005 Ceppaiano Toscana “Alle VIole” was a surprise, very old world in it’s expression, which might have something to do with a bit more development due to it’s age. Balsamic and even some anise scents got me really excited to have with my kale salad with pecorino (a familiar Tuscan cheese) and cranberries and my simple quinoa pasta with tomato sauce. Perfecto!
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This Sangiovese blend almost got lost in my wine rack…I honestly wasn’t going to open this particular bottle, didn’t even know I had it, but accidentally did one Saturday night when starting to prepare dinner. Happy accident!

The 2005 Ceppaiano Toscana “Alle VIole” was a surprise, very old world in it’s expression, which might have something to do with a bit more development due to it’s age. Balsamic and even some anise scents got me really excited to have with my kale salad with pecorino (a familiar Tuscan cheese) and cranberries and my simple quinoa pasta with tomato sauce. Perfecto!

1 spot left!   Last minute cancellation…so if you are interested, first come first serve. E-mail me at kristen at winewithkristen.com if you want the seat!                                         When: 4/10/2013 from 6:15p.m. until 7:45p.m. Where: Simple Studios, 134 West 29th Street, NYC                               What: Spring is here (sort of), and you know what that means – time to Pop Your Cork!   This class will discuss how Rosé isn’t just a four-letter word and demonstrate some food and wine pairings to prove it. Let us teach you how to look at wine through Rosé colored glasses! We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings with the goal of helping students learn about why “what grows together, goes together” can go a long way toward making wine purchasing decisions easy and rewarding. We will cover topics such as: ·      How to properly (and safely) open a bottle of sparkling wine ·      How to hold a wine glass ·      How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine ·      Tasting Rosé wines: Dry vs. Sweet ·      Tips to pair your wine and food You’ll be able to ask us anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation.  We will taste five great value wines that are perfect for Spring imbibing. In addition, Chef Laura will prepare, present and provide take-home recipes for three perfectly paired noshes and some other nibbles that are spot-on matches for Rosé wines. The menu is expected to include a Seafood Medley with Herbed Olive Oil, Spanish-style Almonds, Olives and Wine-Braised Chorizo. BTW, all gluten-free! With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the Pink! 
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1 spot left!  
Last minute cancellation…so if you are interested, first come first serve. E-mail me at kristen at winewithkristen.com if you want the seat!                                        

When: 4/10/2013 from 6:15p.m. until 7:45p.m.

Where: Simple Studios, 134 West 29th Street, NYC                            
 
What: Spring is here (sort of), and you know what that means – time to Pop Your Cork!  

This class will discuss how Rosé isn’t just a four-letter word and demonstrate some food and wine pairings to prove it. Let us teach you how to look at wine through Rosé colored glasses!

We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings with the goal of helping students learn about why “what grows together, goes together” can go a long way toward making wine purchasing decisions easy and rewarding.

We will cover topics such as:

·      How to properly (and safely) open a bottle of sparkling wine

·      How to hold a wine glass

·      How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine

·      Tasting Rosé wines: Dry vs. Sweet

·      Tips to pair your wine and food

You’ll be able to ask us anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation. 

We will taste five great value wines that are perfect for Spring imbibing. In addition, Chef Laura will prepare, present and provide take-home recipes for three perfectly paired noshes and some other nibbles that are spot-on matches for Rosé wines.

The menu is expected to include a Seafood Medley with Herbed Olive Oil, Spanish-style Almonds, Olives and Wine-Braised Chorizo. BTW, all gluten-free!

With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the Pink! 

Thanks for a great sparkling wines seminar and VERY Grand tasting yesterday @NYWineGrapeFnd. I was lucky to attend a seminar on the Sparkling Wines of New York led by my WSET teacher, Linda Lawry. It was as diverse as you can get, a Naturel (no dosage) a Blanc de Blanc (all Chardonnay), a Blanc de Noir (white wine made from black, or red, grapes), a couple Rosés and a cider. Whew! All of the bubbles were easy drinking and show off the varied styles that American Champagne can offer. As for the cider, I think the panel and the attendees agreed that it could be the next big thing with the varied producers that are starting to bring in so many styles. Jonathan Oakes brought in his Steampunk Cider and mentioned that there are 13 varieties of apples that are used in his cider…and guess what one of the crops New York State is known for…apples! I’m a big fan of ciders as they are a terrific gluten-free alternative to beer. Check out www.newyorkwines.org to see all that’s offered.
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Thanks for a great sparkling wines seminar and VERY Grand tasting yesterday @NYWineGrapeFnd.

I was lucky to attend a seminar on the Sparkling Wines of New York led by my WSET teacher, Linda Lawry. It was as diverse as you can get, a Naturel (no dosage) a Blanc de Blanc (all Chardonnay), a Blanc de Noir (white wine made from black, or red, grapes), a couple Rosés and a cider. Whew!

All of the bubbles were easy drinking and show off the varied styles that American Champagne can offer. As for the cider, I think the panel and the attendees agreed that it could be the next big thing with the varied producers that are starting to bring in so many styles. Jonathan Oakes brought in his Steampunk Cider and mentioned that there are 13 varieties of apples that are used in his cider…and guess what one of the crops New York State is known for…apples! I’m a big fan of ciders as they are a terrific gluten-free alternative to beer.

Check out www.newyorkwines.org to see all that’s offered.

(Source: newyorkwines.com)

It’s that time again! Popping Your Cork: Spring Wines along with Chef LauraGrimmer! When: 4/10/2013 from 6:15p.m. until 7:45p.m. Where: Simple Studios, NYC What: Spring is in the air, and you know what that means – time to Pop Your Cork! More wines, more food and you are worth it! This class will discuss how Rosé isn’t just a four-letter word and demonstrate some food and wine pairings to prove it. Let us teach you how to look at wine through Rosé colored glasses! We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings with the goal of helping students learn about why “what grows together, goes together” can go a long way toward making wine purchasing decisions easy and rewarding. We will cover topics such as: ·      How to properly (and safely) open a bottle of sparkling wine ·      How to hold a wine glass ·      How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine ·      Tasting Rosé wines: Dry vs. Sweet ·      Tips to pair your wine and food You’ll be able to ask us anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation.  We will taste five great value wines that are perfect for Spring imbibing. In addition, Chef Laura (The Perfect Pair) will prepare, present and provide take-home recipes for three perfectly paired noshes and some other nibbles that are spot-on matches for Rosé wines. The menu (which will be gluten-free) is expected to include a Seafood Medley with Herbed Olive Oil, Spanish-style Almonds, Olives and Wine-Braised Chorizo. With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the Pink! How: purchase tickets here: Popping Your Cork-Spring Wines Discount code for 10% off:  TUMBLR10
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It’s that time again! Popping Your Cork: Spring Wines along with Chef LauraGrimmer!

When: 4/10/2013 from 6:15p.m. until 7:45p.m.

Where: Simple Studios, NYC

What: Spring is in the air, and you know what that means – time to Pop Your Cork! More wines, more food and you are worth it!

This class will discuss how Rosé isn’t just a four-letter word and demonstrate some food and wine pairings to prove it. Let us teach you how to look at wine through Rosé colored glasses!

We have expanded this class to include more wine and more food pairings with the goal of helping students learn about why “what grows together, goes together” can go a long way toward making wine purchasing decisions easy and rewarding.

We will cover topics such as:

·      How to properly (and safely) open a bottle of sparkling wine

·      How to hold a wine glass

·      How to identify what you like (or don’t) about wine

·      Tasting Rosé wines: Dry vs. Sweet

·      Tips to pair your wine and food

You’ll be able to ask us anything about wine and get helpful tips to pick the perfect wine to go with any situation. 

We will taste five great value wines that are perfect for Spring imbibing. In addition, Chef Laura (The Perfect Pair) will prepare, present and provide take-home recipes for three perfectly paired noshes and some other nibbles that are spot-on matches for Rosé wines.

The menu (which will be gluten-free) is expected to include a Seafood Medley with Herbed Olive Oil, Spanish-style Almonds, Olives and Wine-Braised Chorizo.

With these nuggets of knowledge, you’ll be in the Pink!

How: purchase tickets here: Popping Your Cork-Spring Wines

Discount code for 10% off:  TUMBLR10

This cinnamon scented Riondo Amarone della Valpolicella from @WineChateau really rocked the #gluten free pizza. It was lighter in color and weight than I expected, but it was full of spicy tones, clean with a great acidity that complimented the tomato and cheese perfectly.  A blend of grapes from the Veneto region of North Eastern Italy (usually the indigenous Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella among others),  where they also make the Amarones, which are raisinated and lean towards higher concentration and alcohol. The Valpolicella is the lighter cousin of the Amarone, made with the same grapes in a more restrained style.   Check it out with your next Italian meal!
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This cinnamon scented Riondo Amarone della Valpolicella from @WineChateau really rocked the #gluten free pizza. It was lighter in color and weight than I expected, but it was full of spicy tones, clean with a great acidity that complimented the tomato and cheese perfectly. 

A blend of grapes from the Veneto region of North Eastern Italy (usually the indigenous Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella among others),  where they also make the Amarones, which are raisinated and lean towards higher concentration and alcohol. The Valpolicella is the lighter cousin of the Amarone, made with the same grapes in a more restrained style.  

Check it out with your next Italian meal!

This 2010 Calicanto blend from Chile caught my eye at my local wine shop…coming to the US via an Italian importer heralding a blend of Cab Sauvignon, Carmenere , Cabernet Franc and Syrah. All of these grapes are used as single varietal wines or in blends, just not usually with each other. But I love blends that bring out the good in all of them. I really thought this wine was great for those who like a deep red wine, with dark fruit all over the place. It does have a 15% alcohol content, so be wary of spicy foods that will burn. Stick with simple fare like red meats or even a sweet sauced bbq. It went great with a simple tomato basil sauce with quinoa pasta. 
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This 2010 Calicanto blend from Chile caught my eye at my local wine shop…coming to the US via an Italian importer heralding a blend of Cab Sauvignon, Carmenere , Cabernet Franc and Syrah. All of these grapes are used as single varietal wines or in blends, just not usually with each other. But I love blends that bring out the good in all of them.

I really thought this wine was great for those who like a deep red wine, with dark fruit all over the place. It does have a 15% alcohol content, so be wary of spicy foods that will burn. Stick with simple fare like red meats or even a sweet sauced bbq. It went great with a simple tomato basil sauce with quinoa pasta. 

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