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2003 Bordeaux with Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Tue Feb 6th, 2007, New York City ?After twenty-five years of tasting the newest Bordeaux vintage, I have never seen a year as fascinating as 2003.? Robert M.

Culinary Chef I - 20 Week Hands On Chef Program
Jan-May 2007, Los Angeles CULINARY CHEF I - $2,000 Students get 10% off at Surfas Restaurant Supply!

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Wine of the Week: Kendall Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2005 (CA) $10
The Kendall Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay is a delicious compilation of fruit and smoke, full-bodied and appropriately balanced. Apple, melon and pear dominate the palate and are well…

This season is poppin’ for local sparkling-wine sales (The San Luis Obispo Tribune)
Sparkling-wine sales are bubbling up right now, say local wine retailers, as consumers buy their beverage of choice for holiday celebrations.

Favorite Wine Links: Wine Grape Varietal Table
Here’s a direct link to Steve De Long’s delightfully geeky new wine-grape chart, a must-have gift for the serious wine hobbyist on your list.

Cheese and Wine Pairing Workshop
Fri Jan 12th, 2007, Los Angeles Cheese and Wine Pairing Workshops $75 Per Person Fri, 1/12/07 7pm-9:30pm OR Fri, 3/2/07 7pm-9:30pm What kind of Cheese goes well with Champagne or a red Wine? Does Bleu Cheese pair nicely with Pinot Grigio? Learn what types of Cheese to serve with your favorite Wines, Champagnes, Sherry or Aged Port as we try each cheese and wine and discuss their qualities.

Culinary Baking I - 10 Week Baking Program
Sun Jan 7th, 2007, Los Angeles CULINARY BAKING I - $1,000 ? Includes Chef Jacket and Apron.

Icewine makers in Eastern Canada worried warm weather could stall harvest
“This year we had that mild spell, so the grapes are still on the vine out there waiting for the cold weather to arrive.”To make icewine, grapes need to be frozen at a temperature below -8 C, and the weather …
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Champagne Masterclass
Thu Apr 20th, 2006, Glasgow An indulgent evening comparing ten different styles of Champagne - from grower Champagne, non vintage brands to top Prestige Cuvee labels.