Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker

The Pousadas and Wines of Portugal
2023-06-21 - 2023-06-29 | Girls Guide to the World, Portugal
Portugal is a unique destination for people who are interested in nature, history, stunning landscapes, food and wine as well as cultural experiences.
Portugal is one of the oldest nations in Europe and has a rich history to explore through the lens of its food & wine and hence its culture. Portugal has nearly 500 miles of awe-inspiring coastlines and beaches and boasts a near perfect climate. Feast and be dazzled by tile art, gorgeous pottery and fascinating history.
We will explore phenomenal landscapes, medieval buildings, castles, and cathedrals. We will dine on authentic cuisine; learn to tell the difference between an Albariño, a Vinho Verde and a Verdelho while basking in the near perfect climate Portugal boasts. Sound like a fairytale dream?
Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach, whom you may know from her many TV appearances will be with us to guide us in our wine and culinary experiences in Portugal plus a GG2P guide and facilitator will also be on hand to make your tour experience as flawless as possible.
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DrinkMaryland: Centreville
2023-06-17 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Queen Anne’s County Courthouse Square
DrinkMaryland is an open-air market and happy hour event that is perfect for a casual Saturday afternoon.
The annual, open-air market featuring juried artisans, local food, live music, and craft alcohol will be hosted at Courthouse Square on Saturday, June 17. Admission to the event is free and attendees over the age of 21 are encouraged to purchase tasting passes to explore local wine, beer, and spirits.
Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach, returns as the event’s emcee.
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Wine Down Wednesday: Oregon Pinot Party
2023-05-24 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie for a tasting of some of Oregon finest Pinots—Pinot Gris & Pinot Noir. From sparkling wine to crisp whites and savory reds, Oregon makes the most of these grapes to rival wines made in Burgundy and beyond.
Take a tour of Oregon by glass and find out what makes this such a perfect place for Pinots.

Punchlines & Wines
2023-04-29 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Crow Vineyard & Winery, LLC, 12441 Vansants Corner Rd., Kennedyville, Maryland, 21645, United States
Join us for a night of laughs with TV personality, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach. Enjoy a tasting of wines paired with local foods and products. ￼ After the show stay for a farm to table dinner* and a booking signing of Laurie’s book “The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine”.
*Not included in the ticket price

Wine Down Wednesday: Spring Wine Fling
2023-04-26 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie for a Spring WINE fling! Laurie will feature a few of her favorite affordable French wines perfect for springtime sipping. As the weather warms up you’ll want to find a few new wines to sip at your garden parties and upcoming outdoor gatherings. Bubbly, White and reds that are mean for spring will be featured along with great food pairing ideas.
Brooklyn based Chef Maria Rizzo will join us and share a few inspiring recipes that will spice up your spring parties. Maria is a private chef to some of the who’s who on the NYC scene and a sought after event Chef for clients around the US. All that and she’s a ton of fun…perfect for Wine Down Wednesday!

7th Annual Vintage901® Wine, Food and Music Spring Festival
2023-04-22 - 2023-04-23 | Arrow Creative, 653 Philadelphia Street, Memphis, TN, 38104, United States
Happy Holidays from your friends at Vintage901®. We are thrilled to announce that the Vintage901® Wine, Food and Music Spring Festival is back for its 7th year. We are celebrating the culinary arts, music and of course vino.
To kickoff ticket sales for the festival, we are offering Early Bird pricing on all events.
The Grand Tasting takes place on Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at ARROW Creative, 653 Philadelphia Street, Memphis, TN 38104. General admission is $65 and a VIP pass is $100.
The Sparkling Brunch follows on Sunday, April 23, 2023, from noon to 2 p.m., at the FedEx Event Center, 415 Great View Dr. E. Memphis, TN 38134. Tickets are $125.
We’re also offering a special deal for a Two-Day Wine Weekend Pass with VIP access for $210.
Purchase your tickets now, as the special “Early Bird” pricing will end on February 14, 2023.

Celebrating Women Winemakers 2023
2023-03-22 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
March is Women’s History Month so to celebrate we’ll have a tasting featuring amazing wines crafted by women. All over the world women are taking the helm at wineries and bringing a unique perspective to winemaking.
Laurie is excited to be joined by Lauren Zimmerman, Winemaker at Port of Leonardtown Winery in Maryland during the tasting. You’ll hear about Lauren’s journey to becoming a winemaker and how she was awarded the MD Governors Cup for her amazing wines not once but twice.
Grab a ticket and invite the special women (and men) in your life to join us for a delicious celebration!

The New Main Theatre
2023-03-09 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | The New Main Theatre, 124 East Main Street, Ephrata, PA, 17522, United States
Something To Wine About hosted by Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach
TV personality, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster delivers an edgy, off-beat hilarious show where wine meets punchline. Using her down to earth approach to “wine education,” Forster peels back the labels of a few of her favorite wines while she exposes some the deep secrets of the wine industry and why she thinks it’s so damn funny!
Forster leaves no stone unturned when it comes to talking about wine and why we like it. Maybe you love the full body of a Malbec or the crisp acidity of a Pinot Grigio. Who knows? Who cares? But by the end of this show three things are certain. You are confident about what you like, exhausted from laughing and completely relaxed.
Ticket price includes wine tasting and light appetizers.

Wine Down Wednesday: Perfect Partners--Wine & Cheese
2023-02-22 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Experience an interactive tasting that is all about Perfect Partners—Wine & Cheese! Make this your Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s) celebration with your spouse, special someone or BFF.
Join award-winning wine expert, Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine and cheese tasting that is just as entertaining as it is educational. She’ll feature a selection of wine and cheese combos that will along the way teach you the secrets to creating great pairings every time.
Laurie will be joined by a cheese expert Jesse Galdston from FireFly Farms in Accident, MD. FireFly produces an entire line of goat and cow milk cheeses by hand – using apprenticed cheese makers, not machines. FireFly Farms’ cheeses are produced using sustainably-produced, locally‐sourced fresh goat’s and cow’s milk and time‐honored, traditional methods of cheese making. They have received national and international recognition for taste and quality since our opening in 2002.
Once you register here for $20 per screen you will get links to the wine pairings and info on ordering a specially priced cheese set from FireFly online with the cheeses Jesse will feature. They can also be purchased at either of the Firefly Farms locations in Accident and Baltimore, MD. https://www.fireflyfarms.com/retailmarkets
Then on February 22nd all you need to do is sip some wine, savor the cheese, and look like a hero in your Valentine’s eyes!

Black Hills Stock Show: Beef and Broncs Experience
2023-01-28 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Moscow) | Rodeo Rapid City
BEEF, BRONCS, and WINE
The Wine Coach, Laurie Forster and Chef Clark will entertain the crowd as the pair mouthwatering BEEF recipes with the perfect wine.

New Year, New Wines!
2023-01-25 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Happy Holidays–let’s start 2023 off right!
Let’s celebrate the new year with a virtual line-up of “new” wines that you may not have tried but will absolutely want to start drinking in 2023. Laurie will curate a selection of interesting and unique wines that represent some of the hottest trends in wine for 2023. Learn about Laurie’s New Year’s WINE Resolutions for the coming year and how easy it will be for you to keep them!
All you need to do is click below to sign up and I will send you the list of wines to have on hand for our tasting on 1/25 at 7PM. By then I’ll have my 2023 calendar created for more tastings where we tour the world by glass.

December Bubbly Bash
2022-12-14 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Let’s celebrate the season with a few of Laurie’s favorite sparkling wines!
As you sip sparkling wines from all over the globe, you will learn why bubbles are one of the hottest trends in wine in the U.S. right now
Along the way, you’ll also learn the subtle differences between various styles of sparkling wine and what foods pair well with each. By the end of this class, you’ll be ready to throw a bubbly bash of your own just in time for 2023.

Cru Beaujolais
2022-11-16 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie for a tasting that goes explores Cru Beaujolais which is produced from one of the top 10 Cru villages in the region.
Nouveau wines are fun and fruity whereas these are more serious reds that can be cellared. Some say that Gamay based wines are the perfect pairing for a Thanksgiving feast so be ready to order extra bottles for the upcoming holiday.
Laurie will also give tips on ways to add a wine flair to your holiday table and suggestions for other types of wine to have on hand.

Perfect Pairings 2022
2022-11-08 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Cattail Creek Country Club, Glenwood, Maryland
Perfect Pairings
Join us on November 8 at Cattail Creek Country Club for a sommelier-curated wine-tasting experience benefitting the Breast Center at Howard County General Hospital.

Tasting Experience – includes cocktails, spirits, and mocktails perfectly paired with delicious cuisine. $150 of your ticket purchase is tax-deductible and directly supports The Breast Center at HCGH – thank you for your support!

Great Wines Under $20
2022-10-19 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie for a few of her favorite wines under $20 that are sure to chase away your inflation blues.
Find out the tricks wine pros know to save money on wine but not give up quality.
We’ll taste value priced bubbly, whites and reds that are perfect for fall gatherings or just sipping by the fire pit. Laurie will share some great tips to serve and preserve your wines so you can savor every sip!

Wine Down Wednesday: Tour Austria by Glass
2022-09-21 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Gruner Veltliner, Riesling and Pinot Noir are just a few of the grapes that make amazing wine in Austria.
A favorite region to Somms around the world Austria is home to legendary wines that over deliver as far as value and are uber food friendly.
Join Laurie for a tour of the most important wine regions in Austria and explore perfect pairings for each.

Wine Down Wednesday: Off the Beaten (Wine) Path
2022-08-24 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie for a virtual tasting that explores the wine road less travelled.
Learn about up and coming regions you might not think of when restocking your wine rack. She’ll also explore new packaging options for wine include lighter glass bottles, cans, premium boxes and more.
Celebrate the dog days of summer with a night that will open your eyes to a whole new wine world!

Shake Things Up with Cocktails (Virtual Tasting)
2022-07-26 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | VIRTUAL
Let’s shake things up with a virtual tasting of 2 classic cocktails just in time for summer soirees. Learn how with just a few ingredients, you can create a tasty libation for summer and beyond.
Laurie will be joined by Natalie Brewer of Vintage414.com in Cambridge, MD. Natalie has been perfecting her wine and cocktail palate over her 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, allowing her to discover and excitedly explain new and interesting drinks to her guests. We’ll make 2 different cocktails that you can easily replicate at home. Recipes will be provided so you can follow along during the tasting.
Join award-winning wine expert, Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine tasting. Laurie’s edu-taining tastings are one hour long with a virtual after party for only $20 per screen so invite your friends or buy 3 classes for $50…you’ll be provided a list of the exact wines Laurie will feature to purchase online or you can source them locally. Have your friends sign up too that way you can all taste along with Laurie at home.

Pinots in Oregon – The Wines of the Willamette Valley
2022-06-20 - 2022-06-26 | Willamette Valley, OR, 97392, United States
Join Girls’ Guide to Paris & Beyond’s founder, Doni Belau, & your own wine coach, Laurie Forster, on a gastronomic romp through Willamette Valley where we’ll have a chance to learn more about wine with – wait for it – not only a wine coach but a stand-up comedian!
The Willamette valley in Oregon is known the world over for its Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris wines. It also boasts some of America’s best farm-to-table, new-American restaurants. You’ll find stunning state parks where you can chase waterfalls and capture photos of the wildlife that abounds. It’s an ideal place to visit in summer for water sports, hiking and just enjoying an easy stroll in the great outdoors. Don’t lose sight of the exemplary cheeses and world-class breweries which also dot this landscape. The is THE ideal gourmet tour for cooks, wine lovers and people who appreciate food and its connection to nature. The culinary fabric of any place is the fastest way to get to know and understand its culture and values.
This is a highly curated trip for women!
7 Days / 6 Nights
Group size will be maximum of 10.
To learn more about the trip, click the button below:

DrinkMaryland
2022-06-18 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Downtown Centreville, 101 Lawyers Row, Centreville Md
The Town of Centreville has teamed up with the Maryland Wineries Association for its fifth celebration of local makers at DrinkMaryland. The annual, open-air market featuring juried artisans, local food, live music, and craft alcohol will be hosted at Courthouse Square on Saturday, June 18. Admission to the event is free and attendees over the age of 21 are encouraged to purchase tasting passes to explore local wine, beer, and spirits.
Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach, returns as the event’s emcee. Forster will guide attendees in a toast commemorating the fifth anniversary and share wine tasting tips throughout the day.
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Wine Down Wednesday: Sipping Sicily
2022-05-25 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Just off the southern tip of Italy you will find the island of Sicily where wines have been crafted for centuries. Plenty of sunshine, limited rainfall and coastal breezes make this an ideal place to make wine.
Laurie will introduce you to a few of her favorite wines of the area including Nero d’Avola, Grillo and more. Let’s celebrate the beginnings of summer with the wines of Sicily!
Join award-winning wine expert, Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine tasting. Laurie’s edu-taining tastings are one hour long with a virtual after party for only $20 per screen so invite your friends or buy 3 classes for $50…you’ll be provided a list of the exact wines Laurie will feature to purchase online or you can source them locally. Have your friends sign up too that way you can all taste along with Laurie at home.

Wine Down Wednesday: Tour the Loire Valley by Glass
2022-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Springtime has arrived and to celebrate we’ll take a virtual tour of the Loire Valley by glass! Laurie will feature some of her favorite Loire Valley wines with a focus on wines perfect for springtime sipping.
Learn the best areas for whites, bubbly, and reds, as well as great wine pairing ideas. Learn, laugh, and add a few new Loire wines to your favorites list!
Join award-winning wine expert, Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine tasting.
Laurie’s edu-taining tastings are one hour long with a virtual after party for only $20 per screen so invite your friends or buy 3 classes for $50…you’ll be provided a list of the exact wines Laurie will feature to purchase online or you can source them locally. Have your friends sign up too that way you can all taste along with Laurie at home.

Wine Down Wednesday: Celebrating Women Winemakers
2022-03-16 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
March is Women’s History Month so to celebrate we’ll have a tasting featuring amazing wines crafted by women.
All over the world women are taking the helm at wineries and bringing a unique
perspective to winemaking.
Grab a ticket and invite the special women (and men) in your life to join us for a delicious celebration!

Wine Down Wednesday: Perfect Partners--Wine & Cheese
2022-02-16 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Looking for a great Valentines (or Galentine’s) gift for the wine lover on your list?

Experience an interactive tasting is all about Perfect Partners—Wine & Cheese! Make this your Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s) celebration with your spouse, special someone or BFF.
Join award-winning wine expert, Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine and cheese tasting that is just as entertaining as it is educational. She’ll feature a selection of wine and cheese combos that will along the way teach you the secrets to creating great pairings every time.

Laurie will be joined by a cheese expert Jesse Galdston from Firefly Farms in Accident, MD. Firefly produces an entire line of goat and cow milk cheeses by hand – using apprenticed cheese makers, not machines. Firefly Farms’ cheeses are produced using sustainably-produced, locally‐sourced fresh goat’s and cow’s milk and time‐honored, traditional methods of cheese making. They have received national and international recognition for taste and quality since our opening in 2002.

Once you register here for $20 per screen you will get links to the wine pairings and info on the Firefly Cheeses Jesse will feature. They can be purchased at either of the Firefly Farms locations in Accident and Baltimore, MD.

Then on February 16th all you need to do is sip some wine, savor the cheese, and look like a hero in your Valentine’s eyes!

Online Wine Tasting with The Wine Coach: Laurie Foster
2022-02-02 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Doni Belau of Girl’s Guide to Paris & Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach on Facebook live for some wine and laughs. We’ll be tasting some Pinots from Oregon from a few of the wineries that we’ll visit on our tour this coming June.

Click to register here.

We’ll learn from Laurie, how to properly taste wine (believe it or not most people DO not know how), the right glassware to use, how to take ownership of your own tastebuds, and learn how to trust yourself!

In addition to appearing in Dr. Oz and many other TV shows, Laurie is also a stand-up comedienne, so we’ll sure to have a few laughs too!

On 2/2/22, it’s Hump Day aka Wine Wednesday plus its Groundhog Day and there are a lot of 2’s floating around!
The number 2 signifies harmony, balance, consideration, and love.

This all calls for a glass or two, am I right?

Once you register, we’ll provide you with a list of the 2 wines you’ll be tasting so you can buy them and enjoy along with us – or simply grab your favorite bottle as we explore more about wine, meet Laurie and learn about our trip together to the Wonderful Willamette Valley.
Click to register here.
Consider joining Laurie for us later on her tour in Oregon as well! Details in this link.
https://girlsguidetoparis.com/trip/pinots_in_oregon_the_wines_of_the_willamette_valley/

Wine Down Wednesday: Explore the Wines of South Africa
2022-01-19 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach for a tasting that explores the wines of South Africa.
Laurie will feature great examples of some of the specialties of this region including sparkling, white and red wines sure to kick off 2022 right!
Learn about the key wine regions, grape varietals and more.

Wine Down Wednesday: Let's Talk Turkey
2021-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
The He Cooks She Wines team of Laurie & Michael Forster will share their secrets to making this your best Thanksgiving feast ever. Chef Michael will show you how to properly carve your bird along with tips to make sure its cooked perfectly. Laurie will introduce you to her favorite Thanksgiving wines to pair with your turkey and all the delicious sides! Got cooking or wine questions you need answered before Thanksgiving? Laurie & Michael will answer them live and share Michael’s recipe for Stuffing Muffins!
Join award-winning wine expert Laurie Forster—The Wine Coach, for a virtual wine tasting. Laurie’s edu-taining tastings are one hour long with a virtual after party for only $20 each or buy 3 classes for $50…you’ll be provided a list of the exact wines Laurie will feature to purchase online or you can source them locally. Have your friends sign up too; that way you can all taste along with Laurie at home.

Paramount Center for the Arts presents Laurie Forster: The Wine Coach
2021-11-05 19:30 UTC | Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
TV personality, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster delivers an edgy, off-beat hilarious show where wine meets punchline. Using her down to earth approach to “wine education,” Forster peels back the labels of a few of her favorite wines while she exposes some of the deep secrets of the wine industry and why she thinks it’s so damn funny! This show has it all: comedy, audience interaction and wine intermission!

Paramount Center for the Arts
913 West St. Germain Street St. Cloud, MN 56301

Tickets starting at $20

Ticket options include:
Adult Ticket – admission to the show: $20
Wine Tasting Ticket – admission to the show plus a tasting of 4 wines hand-picked by Laurie: $35
VIP Ticket – admission to the show plus a Private Pre-Show Wine Tasting with Laurie (limited availability): $50
Plus $3/ticket processing fee
NOTE: This event is for ages 21+.

Witch Wine is Which - a Fun and FREE virtual wine tasting
2021-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
In honor of Halloween let’s have some fun with with blind tasting! Join Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach on 10/28 at 7PM ET for a virtual tasting where you will learn some of the keys to “blind tasting” – tasting a wine without knowing its identity.
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Most importantly you will focus on what you like and identifying your palate for red wines. The tasting is free but you need sign up and purchase the 4 bottle tasting kit ($59+shipping) using Laurie’s special link that will be emailed to you upon registration.

YOU Uncorked
2021-10-16 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | VIRTUAL
Join me for THE Wine Tasting, Life Coaching, Fashion Upgrading, and Connecting with Like-Minded Women Event that You Don’t Want to Miss!

Who Is “YOU Uncorked” For?

Are you ready to make some changes as a result of the whole crazy “pandemic” experience?
Looking for courage, support, direction, and FUN when it comes to making those shifts and changes?
Want to be BRAVE and stop waiting for the “perfect time” to get started (because you know the only perfect time to start is NOW)?
Know that with a little support from the right people and like-minded women…everything is possible!

If that sounds like you, the YOU Uncorked Virtual Experience will give you the valuable tools you need to make 2021+ your best vintage yet!
Visit the website for more details and ticket options:
www.YOUuncorked.com
