4th Annual Pinot Days 2008 Grand Festival Returns to San Francisco
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) June 2, 2008
The Bay Area Wine Project is proud to announce the 4th annual Pinot Days San Francisco. Pinot Days brings together more than 190 of the world’s best pinot producers, and over 400 of the best pinots on the market today. A series of educational seminars and special tastings are topped off by The Grand Festival wine tasting Sunday, June 29th, 2008, in the Festival Pavilion at Fort Mason in San Francisco. In addition, the Grand Festival also includes a silent auction offering a number of pinots and pinot-related experiences with proceeds benefiting the Tanzanian Women’s Sewing Project, a trade school for destitute African women, the work of which enables these women to sustain themselves and their families, empowering them for economic independence within a system of poverty and disease. Pinot Days Grand Festival is open to the trade only from 11am – 1pm and to the public from 1pm -5pm. Tickets are and are available at http://www.pinotdays.com or call 415-408-3360 for more information.
Pinot Days is designed to allow wine lovers and members of the wine trade to taste a variety of pinots representing every major growing area, including California, Oregon, New Zealand, Australia and Burgundy. From hard-to-find and the most critically acclaimed pinots, patrons explore new producers, find wines they love and can afford, learn more about terroir, clones, and up-and-coming vineyards, all while broadening their experience with this food-friendly varietal. “If you love pinot noir, and I do, Pinot Days is the place to be,” says Gary Pisoni of Pisoni Vineyards. This is a serious wine event that has no pretense; the environment is casual, showcasing the finest of wines without the attitude.
Can’t get enough Pinot in one day? Pinot Days San Francisco also offers several other intimate wine events to taste and learn more about this noble grape. Events include:
Producer Spotlight Tasting June 25, 2008; 6:30pm-9:30pm Golden Gate Room, Fort Mason. Cost 0. This years Producer of the Year Tasting features a night with Kosta Browne. A rare opportunity to join Michael Browne for an evening to hear how Kosta Browne came to be and taste for yourselves what gives it its rock star status. Space is limited.
Winemakers “Table Hop” Dinners June 26, 2008; 6pm – 10pm Isa Restaurant & Jack Fallstaff Restaurant. Cost 0. Meet the Winemakers as they move tables with each dinner course, and enjoy over 14 highly acclaimed pinots, perfectly paired with a four course, pinot-focused dinner. A unique experience to “go deep” with a few winemakers whose wines and personalities are paired with each dinner course.
Seated Focus Tastings June 28, 2008; Golden Gate Room, Fort Mason. Cost per seating.
Three regional focus blind tastings–each features 16 of the best producers’ efforts within the theme. Winemakers field questions, discuss their own wines and the uniqueness of the regions.
Best of Santa Lucia Highlands, Santa Rita Hills and Central Coast, 1pm – 3pm
Best of Sonoma Coast, Anderson Valley and Santa Cruz, 4pm – 6pm
Best of Russian River Valley and Santa Maria Valley, 7pm – 9pm
Sunday Seminar Series June 29, 2008; 12 noon – 2pm Landmark Building C, Room 235. Cost
Each Sunday Seminar Series has three parts (appellation, vineyard and misto), and each is moderated by professionals well-versed in the topic. Tastings begin with the pouring of 4 wines within the theme while attendees listen to a 10-15 minute lecture, followed by a 10-15 minute question and answer session. Space is limited to 40 per tasting. For complete information and tickets for all events visit http://www.pinotdays.com.
Pinot Days, the first Bay Area wine festival dedicated to Pinot Noir, is produced by the Bay Area Wine Project, a non-profit dedicated to the promotion of pinot noir. Founders Steve & Lisa Rigisich formed the non-profit out of their love for wine, especially Pinot Noir. Joined by friends Eric and Teri White, who help produce Pinot Days, their goal is to create unique and rich experiences for patrons by, featuring Pinot Noir exclusively and involving winemakers and winery owners to do the actual pouring. The Bay Area Wine Project hosts annual wine tasting events in San Francisco, Chicago, & New York. Beyond tasting and events, the organization’s website provides information about and access to wine-related events in the greater Bay Area, wine education opportunities and wine trivia– including articles about outstanding wine personalities, winery profiles, reviews of wine events, restaurant wine lists, formal tastings and more. For more information visit http://www.pinotdays.com.
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San Francisco Limo Bee Announces Custom Sonoma and Napa Valley Limousine, Sedans, SUV, and Corporate Van Wine Tours
San Francisco, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) March 11, 2011
March is arguably one of the most relaxing and pleasant times to visit the California wine country. The vines begin to bud, wildflowers begin to bloom, and people are beginning to trickle in to see the sights and taste the wines. To kick off the season, Limo Bee, a full-service San Francisco limousine company, offers customized wine tours in Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and the surrounding wine country. With years of experience and in-depth knowledge of the area, Limo Bee creates unique tours that cater specifically to each clientâs tastes.
âPersonally, I think March is the most beautiful time of year in Napa Valley,â says the Napa Valley Trip Planner. âAll of the trees are blooming with pink and white blossoms and the yellow mustard is sprinkled all over Napa Valley. It’s just gorgeous here in the spring.â
Limo Bee, operated by Sonata Transportation, offers custom-tailored wine country tours, where clients can decide vehicle type, number of guests, wineries visited, duration, and more. Limo Bee also has experienced staff that can make recommendations on everything from wineries to restaurants to spas, and may help with the dayâs itinerary. They guide clients to treasure troves of historic sites and shopping not only in Napa Valley, but in Sonoma and surrounding towns. To make things easy and avoid unexpected surprises, Limo Bee offers an online price calculator for quick price quotes that have no hidden fees or taxes.
âSonata Transportation [Limo Bee] provided us with a great trip up to Napa. Our driver was excellent, very kind, humorous and knew his way wellâ¦[We] got to take a limo for a day, and visit 4 wineries in style! We took full advantage of the tastings as well, not worried about driving. They are highly recommended.â
For more information on Limo Beeâs limousine wine tours, or any Limo Bee service, call them at (415) 658-9298 or visit them online at http://www.limobee.com.
About Limo Bee:
San Francisco Bay Area Limo Bee is a full-service limousine company that specializes in San Francisco airport transportation, wine tours in Sonoma and Napa Valley, as well as chartering vehicles for corporate meetings, private events and celebrations, such as bachelor parties, graduations, and proms. Charter service can be made to most places in California, including Carmel, Monterey, Lake Tahoe, and Reno, Nevada.
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FARINA Italian Restaurant San Francisco to Celebrate the Easter Holiday Genoa Style
San Francisco, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) April 21, 2011
No one celebrates Easter like Italy, the most Catholic country in Europe. And no one celebrates Easter in San Francisco like FARINA. The fine Italian restaurant, known for its amazing attention to every detail in food preparation and architecture, will serve traditional Italian Easter specialties Good Friday to Easter Sunday, April 22 to 24, 2011.
âWith its attention to lighting and unique architectural elements, such as the repurposed marble basin counters and 1940âs industrial details, there is a lot for the eye to love at FARINA,â said Kim Grijalva creative director at FARINA. âBut the décor is nothing compared to how FARINA makes guests feel on the inside once they taste our fine Italian dishes.â
This year FARINA is featuring a very special Easter menu from Good Friday through Easter Sunday. The hours are 5 pm to 10 pm on Friday through Sunday for dinner and Easter brunch hours are 11 am to 3pm on Sunday. In addition to the special Easter menu the regular a la carte menu will also be available.
FARINAâs special Easter weekend menu items include:
PRIMI PIATTI
Raviolini alla Genovese con il tocco
Raviolini stuffed with cheese, borage and meat sauce
Wine Pairing: Giardino Aglianico â This is the perfect rustic wine to be poured alongside what many on FARINA’s staff feel is its finest creation: Raviolini.
Taglierini Verde al Sugo di Funghi
Green taglierini with sweet breads, marjoram and dried porcini mushroom sauce
Wine Pairing: Bisson Pigato â The quintessential Ligurian white wine is the perfect mate for this quintessential Ligurian pasta dish.
SECONDI PIATTI
Torta Pasqualina*
Torta made with artichoke, erbettae chard, ricotta, parmigiana and eggs.
Wine Pairing: Casa Coste Piane Prosecco sur-lie â This wine is bottled unfiltered and w/ minimal sulfur so it remains identical to how it tastes when you drink it fresh in Italy.
Cima all Genovese*
Veal stuffed with sweet breads, eggs, parmigiana, marjoram and pistachio di Bronte.
Wine Pairing: Dashe Cellars Riesling â Its blast of acidity with a small touch of sweetness keeps this rich dish, the Cima, from overwhelming and fatiguing the palate.
Cosciatto d’ Agnello con Carciofi*
Braised lamb shank with artichoke, mint, garlic, rosemary and white wine.
Wine Pairing: Marengo Nebbiolo d’Alba â Its clean and refreshing, and simply demands rich food to accompany it.
Dentice all aglio dolce e pesto di pistacchi
Wild snapper fillet cooked in parchment paper and served with sweet garlic sauce and pistachio pesto.
Baccala al verde con patate novelle
Salt Cod with virgin olive oil with new potatoes.
DOLCI
Pasticceria Napoletana*
Traditional Napoletana layered cake made with orange water, ricotta and candied fruit.
Colomba Tradizionale*
Traditional sweet angel cake shaped like a dove, made with almonds, candied fruit and served with a warm chocolate drizzle.
Chocolate Log*
A classic Italian dolci: a thin layer of moist chocolate cake rolled with a layer of chocolate and decorated with chocolate details.
*indicates menu items available during Sunday brunch.
About Easter in Italy
On Good Friday, the Pope celebrates the Via Crucis in Rome near the Colosseum. A huge cross with burning torches lights the sky as the stations of the cross are described in several languages. At the end, the Pope gives a blessing.
In many towns across Italy solemn religious processions are held on the Friday or Saturday before Easter. Many churches have special statues of the Virgin Mary and Jesus that are paraded through the city or displayed in the main square. Parade participants are often dressed in traditional ancient costumes, and olive branches and palm fronds grace the processions and churches.
Since Easter, or Pasqua in Italian, is also the end of Lent, food plays a big part in the celebrations. Traditional Easter foods include lamb or goat, artichokes and special Easter breads that vary from region to region. Pannetone and Colomba (dove shaped) breads are often given as gifts, as are large hollow chocolate eggs that often contain a surprise inside.
For more information about Easter weekend dining at FARINA, call (415) 565-0360 or visit them on the web at http://www.FARINA-foods.com/menu.php?url=easter.
About FARINA
FARINA is a San Francisco Italian restaurant that specializes in traditional Northern Italian, Ligurian cuisine. Grounded in tradition, FARINA is the antithesis of faddish here-today-gone-tomorrow hip food. From the chic yet functional design of the San Francisco Mission District restaurant to the homegrown recipes Chef Laboa learned at his grandmotherâs side to the infinite well of ideas that spring from its foundersâFARINA is redefining Italian dining in San Francisco.
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