Sip and Style
2026-02-26 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Oxford Community Center, 200 Oxford Road, Oxford, MD, 21654, United States
Join two Eastern Shore favorites for an evening of confidence, creativity, and conversation:
BETH HASCHEN
Levity & Wit • co-host Closet Editor on WFHW/WHCP
— How to build a wearable wardrobe
— Shop-your-closet secrets
— What to keep, what to release
— Creating outfits that reflect you
LAURIE FORSTER — THE WINE COACH
Co-host of Wine Wednesday on WFHW/WHCP
— Limited-edition wine tastings
— Pairings to match your favorite looks
— Approachable wine wisdom
— What to pour for every occasion
Tickets: $100
Includes program, wine tastings, and small plates.
Very limited seating — advance registration required.
Come for the style. Stay for the wine. Leave feeling extraordinary.

Laurie Forster, The Standup Sommelier™ Performs “Something to Wine About”
2026-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Shores, 1 Heritage Shores Circle, Bridgeville, DE, 19933, United States
Heritage Shores presents Laurie Forster live on Friday, February 27th, at 4 PM!
Something to Wine About with Laurie Forster, The Standup Sommelier™, is a laugh-filled, 21+ experience that seamlessly blends comedy and wine tasting. With sharp wit and expert insight, Laurie delivers an entertaining and approachable take on wine that delights both casual sippers and seasoned enthusiasts. This unique show pairs humor with wine appreciation for an evening that’s as enjoyable as it is unforgettable.
Clock out and wine down with TV personality, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster as she uncorks the complexities of wine in a funny and entertaining way. Sip on a glass of Pinot Gris, while laughing during Forster’s hilarious, “edu-taining” performance of Something To Wine About.
Doors open at 4 PM; the show begins promptly at 5 PM and runs approximately 90 minutes. Tickets include a wine flight, small plates, comedy show, and audience games.

10th Annual Vintage901® Wine, Food and Music Spring Festival: GRAND TASTING
2026-04-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center, 3800 Central Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38111, United States
Vintage901®: Cheers to 10 Years of Community, Culture, and Purpose
This year, we raise our glasses higher than ever—because Vintage901® is celebrating a decade of wine, wisdom, and togetherness.
What began as a heartfelt tribute in 2016 has become a vibrant, mission-driven movement rooted in the spirit of Memphis. For 10 years, we’ve uncorked opportunity, education, joy, and connection—one event, one tasting, and one toast at a time.
We’re celebrating a new decade with our Wine, Food & Music Spring Festival, happening April 18, 2026.
Join us for an event that captures the soul of Memphis and the spirit of Vintage901® — where every sip, bite, and beat tells a story. From expertly curated wine and food masterclasses to unforgettable live music and community connection, this festival is more than an event—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and purpose.

Our flagship event features an array of wine vendors from numerous Old World and New World wine producers. Classes are curated for guests to learn about wine. Also, guests have an opportunity to talk directly with wine and food professionals. Chef demonstrations and good Memphis music are all part of this event.

VIP Grand Tasting include a VIP reception and wine education class hosted by Laurie Forster with signature cocktail and wines, swag bags with a Vintage901 wine glass and wineyard.

Proceeds from the Vintage901® 9th Annual Spring Festival will support students seeking careers in the culinary arts, oenology and viticulture.

Wine Meets Its Match: A Wine Pairing Experience
2026-04-22 18:00 - 21:00 | The Ivy Cafe, 12 Westoverst, Easton, MD, 21601, United States
Join us on April 22nd at 6PM for a guided tasting led by Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, designed to make wine pairing feel fun, intuitive, and deliciously approachable.
Hosted at The Ivy Café, this experience invites you to rethink how wine and food work together. Laurie will lead guests through her signature “wine sandwich” method—sip the wine, taste the food, sip again—and help you notice how flavors shift, soften, and shine when the right match comes together.
Each guest will enjoy a curated lineup of wines from Hair O’ The Dog Wine & Spirits, along with a mix-and-match pairing line-up featuring cheeses, fruits, nuts, and other thoughtfully selected bites, encouraging you to experiment and discover pairings that surprise you.
This isn’t about memorizing rules or finding one “correct” pairing. It’s about learning how to trust your palate, have fun with flavor, and walk away with a pairing trick you’ll actually use at home. Whether you’re wine-curious or already a fan, you’ll leave more confident, more connected, and with a few new favorite combinations.
Come sip, snack, and let your wine meet its match—one delicious 🍷 sandwich at a time. Tickets are $54.99 and include tastings of 5 wines, pairing placemat, guided wine pairing instruction from The Wine Coach, special discounts on the wines and unlimited FUN.

Bordeaux Uncorked 2026: A Luxury Wine Escape
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-13 | Bordeaux
Bordeaux Uncorked: A Luxurious Wine Escape
6 Days, 5 Nights, June 8-13, 2026
Limited to 12 people (Only 6 remaining spots)

Join Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, for an unforgettable deep dive into Bordeaux! You will sip like an insider with VIP tastings at some of the region’s most prestigious estates—including the legendary Classified Growths of the Médoc and the iconic châteaux of Pomerol and Saint-Émilion. We’ll visit top “Super Second” growths like Château Pichon Baron, as well as under-the-radar gems that Bordeaux aficionados adore.
By day, you will meet cellar masters and château owners who bring these world-class wines to life. By night, unwind in your luxury accommodations in the heart of Bordeaux. This exclusive tour is designed for wine lovers who crave behind-the-scenes access, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and a deeper connection to one of the world’s greatest wine regions. Don’t just taste Bordeaux—UNCORK it and live it!
Highlights:

Itinerary reflects what is new, trending, and timeless in Bordeaux.
Exclusive wine-tasting lunches at Chateau Lagrange, Pichon Baron and Haut Bailly
5 Star Hotel in the heart of Bordeaux
Gala Dinner on the final night at one of the finest restaurants in Bordeaux
In addition to your host, The Wine Coach, we will also have the services of a professional wine guide (Bordeaux specialist) throughout the tour
Special private masterclass with a leading author on Bordeaux and more!!
For brochure with detailed itinerary and pricing:
Email laurie@thewinecoach.com

Treasures of Tuscany Tour 2026
2026-10-12 - 2026-10-17 | Tuscany, Italy, bolgheri, Italy
Raise Your Glass to Tuscany: An Exclusive Wine Experience with Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®
Join The Wine Coach for a once-in-a-lifetime wine-soaked journey through the heart of Italy! We’ll sip, swirl, and savor our way through Tuscany’s most iconic regions—from the historic vineyards of Brunello di Montalcino to the rebellious spirit of the Maremma, birthplace of the bold Super Tuscan wines. Of course, we’ll pay homage to the one and only Chianti Classico—because what’s a trip to Tuscany without a little Sangiovese in your glass? Along the way, we’ll explore hilltop villages, feast on world-class cuisine, and dive into the stories behind each bottle with local winemakers. Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or just here for the pasta and breathtaking views (no judgment!), this tour is your passport to la dolce vita. Grab your corkscrew—it’s time to drink in Tuscany, one unforgettable glass at a time.
Email: laurie@thewinecoach.com for a detailed itinerary and pricing
