Inwood Estates - Live CD Recording - Cassandra Taylor - Sun 8/5

Sunday, August 5, 2012, from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Florence, Texas

Inwood Estates Tasting Room at The Vineyard at Florence

100 Via Francesco, 8711 W. FM 487
Florence, Texas 76527
254-793-3114

"Come Be Part of the Live Audience CD Recording!"

  
Cassandra Taylor Jazz Trio at Inwood Estates

Part of "Summer Series 1st Sunday Jazz"

Aug 5th, 1 - 5 p.m.

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Live Performance by Will Makar

Saturday, August 4, 2012, from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Dripping Springs, Texas

Solaro Estate Winery

13111 Silver Creek Rd
Dripping Springs, Texas 78620
832-660-8642

Live Performance at Solaro Estate Winery by American Idol finalist Will Maka. Come out and enjoy some Great Texas Wine and Great Texas Music.

For more information, click here.

Messina Hof Harvest BBQ: BBQ, Beans, & Beau

Saturday, August 4, 2012, from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fredericksburg, Texas

Messina Hof Hill Country Winery
9996 Hwy 290 East
Fredericksburg, Texas 78624
830-990-4653

Join us Saturday, August 4th, at Messina Hof hill Country to celebrate the annual harvest of the grapes.

By August, the harvest is in full swing and what better way to party than a good old fashion Texas BBQ. In addition to traditional BBQ fare such as brisket and beans, we will have an authentic chuck wagon where our cowboy cooks will be preparing and serving up shrimp and jalapeño peppers and Dutch oven peach cobbler. And of course, each serving will be paired with award-winning Messina Hof wines.

Enjoy great summer wines such as Hill Country Beau and Chenin Blanc along with Sophia Marie Rose.

Tickets can be ordered in advance for $15.00 or can be purchased for $20.00 on the day of the event at the Messina Hof Hill Country Winery located outside of Fredericksburg, Texas.

For more information, call 830-990-4653 or click here.

Messina Hof Harvest: Wine & Dine in Paris

Saturday, August 4, 2012 - Sunday, August 5, 2012, from 6:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Bryan, Texas

Messina Hof

4545 Old Reliance Rd.
Bryan, Texas 77808
800-736-9463 x234

Although love, romance and French cuisine are everything you would expect at a Parisian dinner, Messina Hof brings it all to you in Bryan, Texas this Harvest season. At Messina Hof’s romantic Wine & Dine in Paris, guests will truly feel as if they have escaped to the city of love itself.

COST:            $75 per person + tax and gratuity
WHERE:         Messina Hof Winery & Resort
                      4545 Old Reliance Rd
                      Bryan, Texas 77808

About Messina Hof Winery and Resort
Messina Hof Winery and Resort was established in 1977 by Co-Founders Paul and Merrill Bonarrigo. Messina Hof was founded on family values, romance and tradition. Messina Hof is the leader in the establishment of the Texas wine industry and ranks as one of the fastest growing, most award-winning wineries in the state. In 2011, the Bonarrigo family expanded their winemaking tradition by establishing the Messina Hof Hill Country Winery in Fredericksburg, Texas.

Five-time winner of the “Top Texas Wine” at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Messina Hof wines are handcrafted at the winery, located in Bryan, Texas. In 2011 Messina Hof was recognized as “Best of Herd” winery, or best Texas winery, and “Best of Class” at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Wine Competition. Messina Hof Winery and Resort in Bryan boast on their 100 acre property the Vintage House Restaurant, origin of Vineyard Cuisine, the Villa, awarded "Four Diamond Rating" by AAA and voted “Most Romantic Bed and Breakfast in the USA” and the Wine Master’s Room Wine Bar, voted best wine by the glass in the Brazos Valley. In 2011, Messina Hof was named “Texas Grand Star Champion” at the Lone Star International Wine Competition. 

For more information on Messina Hof Winery and Resort, please visit www.MessinaHof.com.

First Saturday Wine Dinner

Saturday, August 4, 2012, from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Marble Falls, Texas

Flat Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery
24912 Singleton Bend East
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
512-267-6310

Join us the First Saturday of each month for an exciting multi-course wine paired dinner.  Chef Sean Fulford will tantalize your tastebuds with unique dishes expertly paired with Flat Creek Estate wines.  These exceptional dinners are a food lover’s dream.  Seating is limited so reserve your spot toda. 

Tickets: buywine.flatcreekestate.com

Reservations Required ~ 48 Hr. Cancellation Policy 

Messina Hof's Harvest Murder Mystery Dinner: Mardi Gras Mayhem

Friday, August 3, 2012, from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Bryan, Texas

Messina Hof Winery & Resort

4545 Old Reliance Road
Bryan, TX 77808
800-736-9463 ext 238

Friday, August 3rd at 7:00pm- Murder Mystery Dinner: Mardi Gras Mayhem
$75 per person plus tax & gratuity

The Mardi Gras parade has just finished and the invitation-only Ball is about to commence. The only problem is that this year’s Rex King of the Mardi Gras- a local property developer called Darrin Hibiscus- hasn’t been seen since he went up the steps of Gallier Hall to collect the keys to the city. Help us solve the mystery!

Menu
1st Course
Gumbo
Sausage, Vegetables, and Chicken seasoned to perfection and served over boiled rice
2nd Course
Poulet Tchoupltoulas
Seared airline chicken breast with Creole flavors served with a savory bread pudding and sautéed greens
3rd  Course
Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake
Topped with a White Chocolate Covered Strawberry and essence of Tawny Port, Raspberry and White Chocolate Drizzle
 
For more information call (979)-778-9463 ext. 234 or click here.

Summer Movie Series "A Knight's Tale" showing at the Vineyard

Thursday, August 2, 2012, from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Driftwood, Texas

Duchman Family Winery (Outdoors, weather permitting)

13308 FM 150 West
Driftwood, TX 78619
512-858-1470 ext 109

Come out early to enjoy all that's happening at Duchman Family Winery!

Our Tasting Room is Open

Alan Lemke plays live prior to the movie

Sugar Shack BBQ onsite with Turkey legs and other delicious bites

The Pie Society serving mini pies

Don't forget your bug spray, blanket and lawn chairs. Give yourself plenty of time to find the perfect spot on the lawn, and we will begin the movie at dusk.

 

For more information, click here.

GUSTO Tasting Group | Monthly Theme Tasting- Texas vs. The World (Syrah)

Wednesday, August 1, 2012, from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Austin, Texas

III Forks

A111 Lavaca Street
Austin, TX 78701
512-944-0510

This tasting group is open to ANYONE who wants to join a community of like minded people who have a passion for learning and seeking out new things in terms of food & drink.

This is intended to be a monthly themed tasting where every month we will have the opportunity to focus on a topic that the meetup group decides on as well as the opportunity to bring in guest and celebrity hosts. Themed tastings are not limited to just wine; so no topic is really off limits in terms food and drink. Your input on themes is greatly appreciated.

As with the blind tasting group, the idea with a themed tasting is to bring people together; both professionals and enthusiasts alike to create a sense of community and to learn about things we love and are passionate about.

August 1st Theme: Texas vs. The World (Syrah)

Honor Guest: Patrick "Pat" Johnson,Veteran Texas Winemaker and legendary icon of the Texas wine industry will be at hand to talk to us about the challenges of growing grapes in the state, and the success that can be achieved.

Special Guest: Tim Drake, Vineyard Manager & Winemaker of Flat Creek Estate Winery, will join us to talk about the production terms and concepts that winemakers in the state apply to the juice!
$20 if purchased on or before 7/11
$30 starting 7/12
$40 at the door if there is space

If you have any questions you can contact GUSTO directly @ 512.944.0510 or @ tastings@gustotastings.com

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Week of Happy Hours Blues and Soul @ Vino 100

Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - Friday, August 3, 2012, from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Round Rock, Texas

Vino 100 Round Rock

3021 S. IH-35 Suite 120
Round Rock, TX 78664
512-255-0526

Happy Hour Tuesday and Thursday 4-7pm

$2 off Wines by the Glass

$1 off all Texas Beers

20% off all menu items

 

Live Music Lineup this Week

Never a Cover

 

Thursday 7-9pm

Lisa Marshall

www.lisamarshallmusic.com

 

Friday 8-10pm

Carson Alexander

www.carsonalexander.com

 

For more information, click here.

CharityBas​h + TRIBEZA Nightlife Issue Release

Join us next Thursday for theTRIBEZA Nightlife IssueRelease + CharityBash benefiting BookSpring sponsored byKirkus Reviews!

Drink specials,entertainments, photo booth, sweet treats and swag bags for the first 25!

Buy tickets in advance here.

Roast Chicken

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 lemons, cut in half
• 6 large cloves garlic
• 1 (4 pound) whole chicken
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cold butter
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Pour the wine into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet; set aside.
2. Place the lemon halves and garlic cloves into the cavity of the chicken. Slide half of the butter underneath the skin of each breast. Rub the chicken all over with Dijon mustard, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Place into the cast-iron skillet.
3. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue baking until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 15 minutes before slicing.

Tom Mueller Visits Con' Olio Oils & Vinegars

Arboretum-11:00am-1:00pm
Lavaca-2:30-4:30pm
Author-Tom Mueller Book Signing- Saturday, Aug 25th

Come and meet Tom Mueller, the author of "Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil" . Tom will be at both shops for a book signing and to discuss his amazing work! We will also host an olive oil tasting during this event. Seats are limited for the olive oil tasting.
 
You can read more about Tom and his work at www.truthinoliveoil.com

North-Arboretum
10000 Research Blvd, Ste 130
phone: 512-342-2344
Hours:Mon-Sat 10-8pm, Sun 12-6pm

Downtown-2nd Street District
215 Lavaca
phone: 512-495-1559
Hours: Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm

For more information, click here.

Wine and Jazz at D'vine Wine at Firewheel

Saturday, July 28, 2012, from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Garland, Texas

D'vine Wine at Firewheel

426 Town Center Blvd
Garland, TX 75040
972-530-3735

Joseph Reyna, Acoustic/Vocals, will peform for an evening of live music. Come in and enjoy the music with wine and friends.

For more information, click here.