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SUMMARY:VALENTINE'S DAY DATE NIGHT AT-HOME
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: Chef Laura Hagen and Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach \nJoin us for an engaging workshop to learn the steps for crafting the perfect at-home meal to celebrate Valentine’s Day. You may just learn a thing or two about pairing your meal with the perfect wine! \nWorkshop Date: Wednesday\, February 10\, 2021 at 6:30PM EST \nREGISTER HERE >
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/valentines-day-date-night-at-home/
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SUMMARY:For the Love of Veal: A Virtual Cooking Party!
DESCRIPTION:For the Love of Veal Cooking Party!\nWhen: February 6\, 6PM\, via zoom\nHosted by The National Veal Program\, on behalf of the Beef Checkoff\n\nJoin Chef Patrick Rae\, Laurie the Wine Coach\, and Mosner Family Brands on a night of flavorful\, romantic cooking\, and wine pairing!\nMake it a night you and your significant other cook together\, gain the skills to impress your valentine for Valentine’s Day\, or get your Valentine’s together for some wine pairing and veal tasting! \nTo be invited\, fill out the survey by Clicking Here\, and leave your name\, email\, and address at the end. \n Attendee’s will be invited by email! \n  \nGet ready for a fun night of cooking! \nSpace is limited! \nAttendees Receive: * SWAG * Mosner Family Brands Veal Cutlets * a chance to win a $250 grocery card
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/a-virtual-cooking-party/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210130T193000
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SUMMARY:Bubbly Book Bash - Virtual Tasting & Book Launch Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bubbly Book Bash Virtual Tasting & Book Launch!\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 30th: 5:30 – 7:00 pm CT\nJoin author Eliz Greene & special guest Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach\, for a Bubbly Bash to celebrate the launch of Stress-Proof Your Life.  \n  \nLaurie Forster will guide us through tasting three different types of sparkling wine.* We’ll learn why bubbles are the right choice for so many occasions\, and why they are one of the hottest wine trends in the U.S. right now. Along the way\, you will also learn how Champagne & Sparkling Wine is crafted\, the subtle differences between various styles of bubbly\, and what foods pair well with each type. \nBy the end of this class\, you will know so much more about Champagne and be ready to throw a bubbly bash of your own! \n  \nYour Bubbly Book Bash Ticket includes:\n\nA signed copy of Stress-Proof Your Life\nEliz’s favorite tips from the book.\nAccess to the 90-minute Virtual Bubbly Tasting and Book Launch Celebration*\nThe Sipping Point eBook by Laurie Forster\nAll for only $40! AND\, incredibly\, you can invite up to 3 guests to join you on your ticket (and on your screen).\nREGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 25!\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/bubbly-book-bash-virtual-tasting-book-launch-celebration/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Standup Sommelier,Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210113T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20201215T144925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210102T150744Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: NY Wine Resolutions 1/13 at 7PM ET
DESCRIPTION: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 2021. Laurie will curate a selection of interesting and unique wines that represent some of the hottest trends in wine for 2021. Learn The Wine Coach’s New Year’s Wine Resolutions for the coming year and how easy it will be for you to keep them! \nJoin 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.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-wine-resolutions-1-13-at-7pm-et/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201216T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200928T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201205T165126Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Holiday Must Haves 12/16 @ 7PM ET
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate the season with a line-up of wines that you’ll want to stock up on for the holidays and beyond. Spice up your wine rack with Laurie’s picks for affordable Bubbly\, white and reds that are great with hors d’ouerves or a special holiday meal. Laurie will share tips for serving\, pairing and enjoying a wine filled family gathering. This month I’ll be joined by Chef Maria Rizzo who will show us 2 easy and delicious hors d’ouerves that you can make for the holidays that pair perfectly with our wine. She’ll share her recipes with us so you can make these ahead of time or recreate these tasty treats later for your own festive evening! \nJoin 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. \n \nAbout Maria: Maria Rizzo\, Brooklyn based chef and entrepreneur\, has been cooking and entertaining for over 25 years. She manages her busy catering business\, while working as a private chef to several celebrity clients. Maria’s specialized\, healthy cooking plans have helped Hollywood’s A-list actors prepare for body transforming roles in a safe and holistic manner. Her knowledge of a vast array of lifestyle regimens makes her a top choice for healthy and delicious meals. Her experience cooking in highly acclaimed restaurants in New York City and Martha’s Vineyard shines through in her fresh\, gourmet take on classic comfort foods. The Halcyon Gourmet\, Maria’s Greenpoint based catering company\, provides outstanding meals and staffing for photo shoots\, business meetings and private dinner parties\, as well as large corporate events\, bar mitzvahs and weddings. \nAs a working mom\, Maria knows how difficult it is to come home at the end of a busy work day\, catch up with the kids and still put a great meal on the table quickly. Her latest venture “Halcyon at Home\,” brings delicious and healthy foods to her clients and their families. Combining her talent and love of cooking with the knowledge and respect she has for quality family time\, Halcyon’s new meal delivery service is an endeavor close to her heart. You can keep up with Chef Maria’s thoughts on food and family on Instagram @thehalcyongourmet and contact her via email at maria@thehalcyongourmet.com
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-holiday-must-haves-12-16-7pm-et/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201209T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201209T203000
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SUMMARY:Show Stopping Entertaining for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:DECEMBER – SHOW-STOPPING HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING\nSpeaker Information: Devon and Nia\, Two Board Moms and Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach \nWorkshop Details: Join us for an engaging workshop to learn the steps for crafting a charcuterie board. You may just learn a thing or two about pairing your charcuterie board with the perfect wine! \nWorkshop Date: Wednesday\, December 9th at 7PM EST \nRegister Here
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/virtual-show-stopping-entertaining-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201118T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201118T200000
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: NY State of Wine 11/18 @ 7 PM ET
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that NY state is #3 in terms of wine production in the US? From the Finger Lakes to the North Fork there are some great wines being made in New York. In this tasting we will feature the wines of Dr Konstatin Frank one of the pioneers in the early days of making fine wines on the east coast. Find out how Dr Frank brought European grapes to prominence and changed winemaking on the east coast forever. \nMeaghan Frank\, 4th generation vintner and General Manager at Dr Konstantin Frank Winery will join us on 11/18! They have created a special 2 bottle pack of wine to order with FREE shipping. You can add on as much wine as want AND still get free shipping. \nJoin 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. \n \n 
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-ny-state-of-wine-11-18-7-pm-et/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201111T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201111T203000
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SUMMARY:Show Stopping Entertaining for Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Information: Devon and Nia\, Two Board Moms and Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach \nWorkshop Details: Join us for an engaging workshop to learn the steps for crafting a charcuterie board. \nYou may just learn a thing or two about pairing your charcuterie board with the perfect wine! \nWorkshop Date: Wednesday\, November 11th at 7PM EST \nRegister Here
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/virtual-show-stopping-entertaining-for-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201021T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200928T174437Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Sipping Down Under 10/21 @ 7PM ET
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLaurie will take you on a tour of Australia by glass…from Eden Valley dry Rieslings to Barossa Valley Shiraz\, and even bubbly from Tasmania\, Laurie will introduce you to some of the best styles of wine made Down Under. So\, throw some shrimp on the barbi and get your wine glasses ready for a delicious trip!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-sipping-down-under-10-21-7pm-et/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201017T210000
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SUMMARY:Something to Wine About: Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Something to Wine About: Wine Comedy Show & Dinner \n• October 17\, 2020 • 6:00pm • \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n  \nDinner includes 4 courses\, 5 unique wines and unlimited laughter. Package rates that include overnight accommodations are also available. Call 877-930-2820 use booking code WINE \n4 COURSES & 5 UNIQUE WINES!!! \nFirst Course: \nStarter of Three Small Bites–Almond Shrimp\, Stuffed Mushroom\, and Wrapped Grilled Asparagus w/Prosciutto \nSecond Course: \nJumbo Lump Crab Cake (a traditional recipe for Maryland’s Finest Crab Meat) \nThird Course: \nFilet Mignon served w/Rich Demi Glace and Redskin Mashed Potatoes \nDessert: \nSalted Caramel Vanilla Crunch Cake \n$129.00/per person dinner and show only.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/something-to-wine-about-wine-dinner/
LOCATION:Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort\, 9100 Coastal Hwy\, Ocean City\, MD\, 21842\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201016T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201016T193000
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SUMMARY:Bubbles & Boobs Virtual Fundraiser with MoWino & The Wine Coach
DESCRIPTION:Join the FUNraising Bubbly fun to fight against Breast Cancer! \nZoom in with your Friends\, Family\, Neighbors\, Sorority Sisters\, Spouse or come Solo to celebrate Global Champagne Day as we FUNraise money and raises glasses of Bubbly for Breast Cancer Research! \n  \nWe’ll meet online on Global Champagne Day–Friday\, October 16th at 6:00 PM for a virtual bubbly tasting. Join Bubbles & Boobs founder\, Maureen Blum aka MoWino and Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach\, for a tasting of sparklers that are perfect for your socially distanced dinner parties and upcoming holiday get-togethers. \n  \nTaste sparkling wine from all over the globe—Laurie will send you a list of wines to purchase when you register and some snack pairings to have on hand. You’ll learn why bubbles are one of the hottest trends in wine right now and the subtle differences between various styles of sparkling wine. She’ll discuss tips for foods that pair well with each bubbly and more! \n  \nBy the end of this FUNraising experience\, you’ll have made new friends & made a difference in the fight against Breast Cancer. This Bubble Party will provide for a few new bubbles to enjoy and be ready to throw a bubbly bash of your own! \n  \nHow to Register: \nStep 1—Make a $20 or more donation to Breast Cancer Research Foundation to the Bubbles and Boobs team page. Of course more is better if you can swing it we appreciate it! Use this link to donate: https://give.bcrf.org/BubblesAndBoobs \n  \nStep 2—Send your email receipt to mo@mowino.com to have your name added to the registration list. \n  \nStep 3—Laurie will email you links to 3 Bubblies she will feature at the tasting…buy one or all ahead of time via Wine.com or find similar locally. \n  \nStep 4—join us via the Zoom link we’ll email you and Sip the Night Away!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/bubbles-boobs-virtual-fundraiser-with-mowino-the-wine-coach/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
CATEGORIES:Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Hard to Pronounce\, Easy to Love
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \n \nAre you stuck in a wine rut? Maybe you should put down the Pinot Grigio and pick up an Austrian Gruner Veltliner or cancel that next Cabernet and sip a Greek Xinomavro. Laurie will share a few delicious wines that are hard to pronounce but easy to love! Learn about these unique grape varieties\, the regions they hail from\, food pairings ideas and of course how to pronounce them like a PRO. \n  \nLaurie will be joined by Tanisha Townsend of Girl Meets Glass who will be streaming live from Paris…we’ll get her take on these wines and learn all about how she left the US to create a wine lifestyle and education agency in France.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-hard-to-pronounce-easy-to-drink/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200826T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200622T191708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T142103Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Fall in Love with Spanish Wine
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \n \nTake a virtual tour of Spain by glass! Laurie will feature some of her favorite Spanish wines with a focus on great wines that will take you from late summer into FALL. Learn how to properly read a Spanish wine label\, the best regions whites\, bubbly\, and reds as well as great wine pairing ideas. We will explore Rioja\, Galicia\, Penedes & Jumilla where some of the great wine values of Spain are being crafted. Learn\, laugh\, and fall in love with Spanish wines!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-fall-in-love-with-spanish-wine/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200722T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200622T182819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T142310Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Summer Steals--Great Wines for $15 or Less
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nLooking for some great deals for summer sipping? Laurie will introduce you to 4 of her favorite wines that are perfect for the dog days of summer. Laurie will also introduce you to a few of her favorite accessories that will make enjoying wine at the beach\, in the backyard or on a boat even better.\nLearn\, laugh\, and find some of the best wine bargains for summer 2020!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-summer-steals-great-wines-for-15-or-less/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200624T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200515T154820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T163446Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Tour Tuscany & Southern Italy
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class.  \nHave your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. \nClasses are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase online or from her home wine store Hair o’the Dog in Easton\, MD. \n6/24 at 7PM ET \n \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. \nTake a virtual tour of Central & Southern Italy by glass! In Part 2 Laurie will feature some of her favorite Italian wines from Tuscany and beyond. Learn how to decant a bottle of wine and why as well as the best regions for whites\, reds and rose. We’ll explore Tuscany\, Campania\, and Sicily by glass as these regions are home to some of the greatest Italian wines—ones you may already love and some new ones to add to your list. Learn\, laugh and find a few new Italian wines to enjoy over the summer! \n \n 
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-central-southern-italian-wines/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
CATEGORIES:Wine Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200617T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200515T154613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T155755Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Bubbles Around the Globe
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class.  \nHave your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. \nClasses are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase online or from her home wine store Hair o’the Dog in Easton\, MD. \n6/17 at 7PM ET \n \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. \nJoin Laurie for a tasting of sparklers from around the world. 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 bubbles bash of your own.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/11139/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200610T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200515T141733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T181040Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: California Dreamin'
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class.  \nHave your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. \nClasses are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase online or from her home wine store Hair o’the Dog in Easton\, MD. \n6/10 at 7:00PM \nCalifornia Dreamin: New World Wine\, Old World Style \n \nIn this tasting we will focus on two grapes that are known to thrive in cool climate wine regions—Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Laurie will team up with Vintner Rachel Martin of Oceano Wines in San Luis Obispo County\, California. We’ll taste her old-world style Chardonnay & Pinot Noir made in SLO and discuss how they compare to the same varietals in Burgundy\, France. Laurie will choose 2 French wines to taste side by side with the Oceano Wines for comparison. Find out how Rachel went from running one of Virginia’s premier wineries to owning her own in California’s Central Coast and more! Wines must be ordered from Oceano by 6/2/2020 to get free ground shipping: Get the Wine Down Wednesday Virtual Tasting Pack Here! \n\nEXCITING NEWS!! Our friends at  VinGardeValise® who make incredible wine travel suitcases custom made for safely carrying wine\, will be giving away one such suitcase to one of my ticket holders! It will be a Piccolo luxury wine carrier bag valued at $249 that holds 5 bottles of wine plus everyone that attends the tasting will get a special 30% off coupon.\n\n \n 
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-california-dreamin/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200603T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200515T154057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200526T175206Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Shake Things Up with Wine Cocktails
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class.  \nHave your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. \nClasses are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase online or from her home wine store Hair o’the Dog in Easton\, MD. \n6/3 at 7PM ET \n \n  \n  \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. \nLet’s shake things up with a virtual tasting of a few of Laurie’s favorite wine cocktails. Learn how with just a few ingredients you can create a tasty libation for summer and beyond. Laurie will be joined by mixologist\, Aaron Joseph of Cane Collective who will share a few of the essential bar tools and spirits to always have on hand as well as some key techniques to mix a drink like a pro. We’ll make 3 different cocktails that you can easily replicate at home. Recipes will be provided so you can follow along during the tasting. \nOur Guest Bartender: Aaron Joseph \nInstagram @azjoseph \nAaron has worked at some of the area’s most prestigious restaurants including The Inn at Perry Cabin\, a luxury resort in St. Michaels\, the exclusive waterfront resort town on the Eastern Shore of Maryland\, where he quickly advanced from busser to bartender within a few short months. After six years of service\, Aaron had the opportunity to assist in the opening of La Samana\, a sister property on St. Martin. Experiencing island culture and the use of fresh ingredients\, Aaron realized his passion for mixology. \nUpon his return to the states\, Aaron accepted a number of challenging opportunities that allowed him to evolve into a mixologist\, creating seasonal cocktails and managing beverage programs at Metropolitan in Annapolis\, Farmers & Fishers in Washington D.C and Bourbon Steak in Georgetown. Most recently\, he served as head bartender at Wit & Wisdom\, A Tavern by Michael Mina. Aaron was responsible for the creation and execution of Wit & Wisdom’s cocktail program\, as well as staff education and training. Elated to simply make good drinks\, Aaron has an affinity for putting a clever spin on classic cocktails and enjoys experimenting with house-made syrups and infusing his liquor. \nWith numerous cocktail competitions under his belt\, some of Aaron’s accomplishments include 2015 finalist for cognac national drink completion\, 2015 finalist for Clement Rhum Ti’ punch competition; 2015 published author for writing the foreword for a book called The Forgotten Cocktails\, a history of Maryland cocktails from 1706 to present; 2014 readers’ choice for Baltimore’s Magazine Best Bartender; 2014 Portland Cocktail Week winner of the Cognac Experience competition; and 2014 Woodford Reserve Manhattan Competition regional Champion. While he mixes up libations depending on his guests’ tastes\, Aaron’s choice is bourbon\, and is eager to foster relationships with local distilleries and producers to source uniquely local ingredients for his cocktails. \nCheck out Aaron’s new company Cane Collective with fresh crafted cocktail mixers: https://www.canecollective.com/
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-shake-things-up-wine-cocktails/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200527T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200515T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T194739Z
UID:11138-1590606000-1590609600@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday: Tour Northern Italy by Glass
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class.  \nHave your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. \nClasses are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase online or from her home wine store Hair o’the Dog in Easton\, MD. \n5/27 at 7PM ET \n \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. \nTake a virtual tour of Northern Italy by glass! Laurie will feature some of her favorite Italian wines with a focus on interesting whites perfect for summertime sipping. Learn how to properly read an Italian wine label\, the best regions whites\, bubbly and summer reds as well as great wine pairing ideas. We’ll explore Piedmont\, Friuli\, Veneto and Lombardy where some of the greatest wines you’ve never heard of are being crafted. Learn\, laugh and add a few new Northern Italian wines to your favorites list!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-tour-northern-italy-by-glass/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200501T143931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T223105Z
UID:10902-1589396400-1589400000@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesdays: Barbera Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach for a virtual wine tasting of one her favorite red wine varietals–Barbera. A staple of life in Italy’s Piedmont region\, Barbera can be made in a variety of styles including Rosé\, Sparkling and of course RED. Learn more about this special varietal that is grown in Italy\, Australia\, California and Laurie’s home state of Maryland. Barbera has always been a favorite of the farmers and vineyards workers as it is easy to love and affordable making it the perfect choice for Judy and Roy Crow’s Farm Vineyard. \nDuring the tasting\, Laurie will showcase several Barbera based wines from Crow Vineyard & Winery in Kennedyville\, MD alongside a traditional Barbera from Italy. Find out what makes this grape so delicious\, food-friendly and why it should be on your go-to red wine list for spring as well as summer! Crow Vineyards winemaker\, Michael Zollo\, will join Laurie during the tasting to share the secrets to making great Barbera and answer your questions. We’ll also have an after party where we can all socialize and extend the FUN! \nWines needed can be purchased from Crow Vineyard for pickup or purchased up at Hair O’The Dog Wine & Spirits  in Easton\, MD or Bin 201 Wines in Annapolis\, MD. Attendees outside of the MD/DE area will get links to purchase Laurie’s favorite Barbera from Italy and beyond! \n \n  \nTHE WINES: \n\nSparkling Barbera Rosé\n2019 Barbera Rosé\n2015 Barbera\n\nHOW TO GET THEM: \nPurchase at Hair o’The Dog Wine & Spirits in Easton\, MD \nPick-Up @ Crow \n\n3-Pack Set of the Wines – $60.00 + tax (a value of $75+)\nIndividual Wine Pricing (20% Off):\n\nSparkling Barbera Rosé – $24.80 + tax\n2019 Barbera Rosé – $16.00 + tax\n2015 Barbera – $19.20 + tax\n\n\n\nCrow will ship in MD \n\n3-Pack Set of the Wines – $80.00 + tax (includes shipping)\nIndividual Wine Pricing:\n\nSparkling Barbera Rosé – $49.00 + tax (includes shipping)\n2019 Barbera Rosé – $38.00 + tax (includes shipping)\n2015 Barbera – $42.00 + tax (includes shipping)\n\n\n\nPlease call or email us to purchase wines for Laurie’s virtual tasting: \nCall: 302-304-0551 \nEmail: tastingroom@crowvineyard.com \n 
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesdays-barbera-bash/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200309T223534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T154244Z
UID:10875-1588791600-1588795200@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesdays Video Tasting - Red White and Bubbly!
DESCRIPTION:5/6: Red White and Bubbly! (7:00PM)\nBeat the heat with a Red\, White and Bubbly tasting! Get ready for summer by sipping wines from all over the globe that are perfect for your socially distanced backyard cookouts. Along the way\, you’ll also learn the subtle differences between various styles of wine and what foods pair best with hotdogs vs hamburgers. By the end of this class\, you’ll be ready to throw a red\, white and bubbly bash of your own! \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy all 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. Choose a 6 pack to taste the wines Laurie will taste LIVE each week or all 12 of her picks to try all her favorites in between classes.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/snifters-sunday-school-red-white-and-bubbly/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
CATEGORIES:Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200429T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200309T223333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T154312Z
UID:10874-1588186800-1588190400@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesdays Video Wine Tasting - Oregon Pinot Party
DESCRIPTION:4/29: Oregon Pinot Party (7:00PM)\nJoin 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. \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy all 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. Choose a 6 pack to taste the wines Laurie will taste LIVE each week or all 12 of her picks to try all her favorites in between classes.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/snifters-sunday-school-oregon-pinot-party/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
CATEGORIES:Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200422T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200309T222953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T154358Z
UID:10872-1587582000-1587585600@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesdays Video Tasting - Springtime in Paris
DESCRIPTION:4/22: Springtime in Paris (7:00PM)\nCelebrate spring by taking a virtual trip to France by glass! Laurie will feature a few of her favorite French wines perfect for springtime sipping. Learn how to properly read a French wine label\, the best regions for whites\, reds and rose as well as tips on how to perfectly pair with food. \nJoin Laurie Forster The Wine Coach for a weekly virtual wine tasting class. Have your friends sign up too so you can find some new wines to enjoy while you stay at home. Classes are $20 each or buy all 3 for $50…you’ll be provided a list of wines to purchase from Hair o’the Dog in Easton or links for online purchase everywhere else. Choose a 6 pack to taste the wines Laurie will taste LIVE each week or all 12 of her picks to try all her favorites in between classes.
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/snifters-sunday-school-springtime-in-paris/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
CATEGORIES:Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200415T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200408T162815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T175305Z
UID:10887-1586977200-1586980800@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday Facebook LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach for a virtual Happy Hour via Facebook LIVE at 7 PM on April 15th…pour yourself a glass of your favorite wine (or your favorite beverage) and be ready to ask all the things you wanted to know about wine\, life or how to survive too much time at home! \nIt’s 100% FREE so invite your friends\, family etc to join in on the FUN but be sure to like Laurie’s Facebook page so  you’ll be notified when she goes live that night! \nClick Like on her Facebook Page Here
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-down-wednesday-facebook-live/
LOCATION:Your Living Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200307T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20191126T180532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T181103Z
UID:10836-1583604000-1583607600@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine & Punchlines: Discover the Loire at Virginia Wine Expo
DESCRIPTION:Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach\, brings her edgy\, Wine & Punchlines: Discover the Loire Valley to the Virginia Wine Expo. You’ll taste 6 or more great wines from the Loire Valley. \nLaurie\, sommelier and nationally recognized wine expert\, brings her irreverent and comedic approach to wine education at this very edu-taining seminar about the Loire Valley’s incredibly diverse and delicious wines. \nLaurie has made guest appearances on Martha Stewart Living Today\, Dr. Oz\, ABC News\, Fox Morning News and more. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal\, Bon Appetit\, Shape Magazine\, and many other publications. She is a natural born comedian with expert knowledge in wine. Please join her! \n\nAn all-inclusive seminar\nYou may arrive anytime after 5:45 pm\nGRTC Pulse station is right in front of Main Street Station\nStreet parking will be free on Saturday\nYou’ll taste 6 or more great wines from the Loire Valley\n\nClick here for more details and to purchase tickets!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-punchlines-virginia-wine-expo/
LOCATION:Main Street Station\, 1500 E Main St\,\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219
CATEGORIES:Standup Sommelier,Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200305T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20191104T195704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T200341Z
UID:10825-1583413200-1583436600@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Her Mind Live
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHer Mind Live is part networking\, part personal & professional growth and part fun. \nSpecial early bird deadline ticket price available until January 31st \nKeynote speaker\, Laurie Forster – The Wine Coach\, presents “You Uncorked: Recipe for a Delicious Life.” Laurie is a TV personality\, author\, corporate speaker\, award-winning sommelier and comedian who has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show\, Martha Stewart Living Today\, HBO Women in Comedy Festival and more. \nBring your BFF’s and co-workers and join us for: \n\nEducational and inspirational keynote: “You Uncorked: Recipe for a Delicious Life”\nEmpowerment sessions\nInspiring and educational panel\nRecognition of Her Mind Community Heroes\nNetworking\nHappy hour with hors d’oeuvres & craft beverage tasting\n\n…..and experience the newly renovated Laurel Park \nWhether you are in the business world\, retired\, or a stay-at-home parent\, this event is for you. It’s a chance to focus on growth in all aspects of your life. \nThe event will wind down with networking\, delicious hors d’oeuvres and craft beverage tastings. \nA donation will be made to Blossoms of Hope whose mission is to enhance the quality of life through beautification projects and support for cancer and other causes. \nQuestions?  Call 410-705-6237 or bsmith@custommediaoptions.com \nTo purchase tickets: https://hermindlive2020.eventbrite.com \nHer Mind Live is also partnering with the Howard County Chamber of Commerce to offer a special combination ticket that gives entry into both the Her Mind Live event on March 5th and the Howard County Chamber’s Women’s Leadership Conference scheduled for March 27th. Call for information!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/her-mind-live/
LOCATION:Laurel Park\, RT 198 & Racetrack Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20724\, United States
CATEGORIES:You Uncorked
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200223T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20200115T200328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T200328Z
UID:10849-1582462800-1582470000@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Wine on the Hardwood
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to celebrate our fierce\, fearless women\, the University of Maryland Terrapins\, at our inaugural Wine on the Hardwood event! Join us for an afternoon of wine tasting and fun on the main court at XFINITY Center. Enjoy interacting with special guests at a variety of wine and food stations\, and participate in an exclusive silent auction. All proceeds will support female student-athlete scholarships. \nThe event will feature the Wine Coach\, Laurie Forster\, one of America’s leading wine experts and Maryland native\, who brings an edgy twist to demystifying wine. Master your senses to identify subtle nuances\, as you become more educated in the assessment of wine: sight\, smell\, palate\, and conclusion. \n 
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/wine-on-the-hardwood/
LOCATION:Xfinity Center\, 8500 Paint Branch Drive\, College Park\, MD\, 20740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200129T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200129T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20191219T163841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T202654Z
UID:10844-1580322600-1580333400@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Pinot's Palette Studio Fundraiser Event
DESCRIPTION:A fundraiser and great night out to benefit Colorectal Cancer Alliance (CCA). \nTicket price includes\, wine tasting\, featured food\, Laurie’s comedy show AND a $45 complimentary card towards a future painting event! \nCCA’s mission: To empower a nation of allies who work with us to provide support for patients and families\, caregivers\, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research. \nLaurie Forster\, The Standup Sommelier™ will deliver an off-beat hilarious show where wine meets punch line. \nClick here to purchase tickets now!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/laurie-forster-pinots-palette-studio-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Pinot’s Palette\, 12976 Highland Crossing Dr.\, Ste. D\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171\, United States
CATEGORIES:Something to Wine About,Standup Sommelier,Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200125T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20191102T001017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T195956Z
UID:10818-1579975200-1579986000@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:Great Oak Comedy Wine Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Crow Vineyard and Great Oak Manor have come together for a one-of-a-kind evening. Enjoy appetizers\, a tasting of 5 wines\, a buffet-style dinner by Chef Paul McCormick and the performance Wine\, Dine & Punchlines by comedian Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach.\n\n\n\nTicket price listed – $180 – is per couple for appetizers\, tasting of 5 wines\, dinner and show. To register\, please use the Register Here button below. If you would like to make this a weekend get-away\, Great Oak has reserved rooms specifically for this weekend at 25% off the usual weekend rate for guests. Booking online\, use the code Crow20 for your discount. This is a Friday & Saturday night stay that includes a hot breakfast each morning. Friday night you will have the option to stay for a soup-er supper at Great Oak or head into Historic Chestertown. \nSpace limited\, get your seats and rooms now! \nREGISTER HERE \nFor rooms at Great Oak call: 1-410-778-5943 \nFor more about Great Oak Manor\, CLICK HERE \nAbout the Wine\, Dine & Punchlines dinner: Looking for a laid back and hilarious take on wine tasting? Join TV personality and award winning sommelier\, Laurie Forster\, for an off-beat hilarious wine dinner where wine meets punchline. Laurie will begin the night by sharing the art of “blind tasting” – tasting a wine without knowing its identity and the skills needed to identify each wine’s grape varietal.  During the tasting\, Laurie will also share the keys to creating perfect pairings along with a few interactive exercises that will illustrate each concept. Once you are all grounded in the blind tasting process you (and your table mates) will compete for the award of Top Cork Dorks and of course PRIZES!  At the conclusion of Laurie’s tasting you will enjoy a fabulous dinner catered by Chef Paul paired with your favorite Crow Vineyard wines. Learn\, Laugh and never look at wine the same way again!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/great-oak-comedy-wine-retreat/
LOCATION:Great Oak Manor\, 10568 Cliff Road\, Chestertown\, MD\, 21620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Something to Wine About,Standup Sommelier,Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203506
CREATED:20190709T183342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T183724Z
UID:10790-1572019200-1572024600@thewinecoach.com
SUMMARY:MVF&W Festival: Wine\, Dine & Punchlines with The Standup Sommelier
DESCRIPTION:TV personality\, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster\, The Wine Coach delivers an edgy\, off-beat hilarious seminar 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 from around the world while she exposes some of the deep secrets of the wine industry and why she thinks it’s so darn funny! \nForster 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 crispy acidity of a Pinot Grigio. Who knows? Who cares? But by the end of the show 3 things are certain: you are more confident about what you like\, exhausted from laughing and completely relaxed. \nForster will work with our chef to create pairings that will not only complement the wines but interactively teach you the secrets to perfect pairings.  You’ll learn\, laugh and never look at wine the same way again!
URL:https://thewinecoach.com/index.php/event/mvfw-festival-wine-dine-punchlines-with-the-standup-sommelier/
LOCATION:Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival\, Winnetu Oceanside Resort 31 Dunes Road\,\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Something to Wine About,Standup Sommelier,Wine Edu-tainment,Wine Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Food & Wine Festival":MAILTO:reservations@winnetu.com
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