Category Archives: Events
Wine Dinner at 9 Restaurant
December 7, 2013 – Join Dan and winemakers from four Whatcom County wineries for a sumptuous five-course dinner and wines. Each course, prepared by Executive Chef Nick Moss, will be perfectly paired with a current release. Wines to be served include a Mount Baker Vineyards 2012 Siegerrebe and 2004 Late Harvest Pinot Gris, a GLM […]
Rotary’s Grape & Gourmet Showcases Great Food and Wine
Why should you consider attending this year’s Tenth Annual Grape and Gourmet event? I’ve got plenty of good reasons. First and foremost, this is a fundraiser sponsored by Bellingham Bay Rotary Club. All of the event proceeds will go to a number of local non-profit organizations supported by Rotary, including the Interfaith Community Health Center, […]
Taste of Tulalip
November 9, 2013 Arguably one of the premiere food and wine tasting events in the Pacific Northwest, the Taste of Tulalip showcases cuisine from the Tulalip Resort’s culinary staff and first-class wineries from the Northwest. At posting time, only the November 9 Grand Tasting Pass had tickets available. This incredible event features access to the […]
Summer Tour Showcases Yakima Valley’s Pioneering Vineyards
(This information provided by Barb Glover, Wine Yakima Valley Executive Director) — In celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Yakima Valley Appellation, Wine Yakima Valley is giving consumers insider access to some of the oldest vineyards and most experienced grape growers in the state. The Summer Vineyard Tour takes place on July 27, 2013, and […]
Coastal Crush Red
Robert Mondavi Private Selection, Central Coast 2011 (about $11) – Looking for a lighter style red wine that should pair well with food? Give this California blend a try. This combination of Syrah, Merlot, Malbec and few other red varietals displays plenty of bright red cherry and raspberry flavors with ample acidity that allow it […]