Great Taste Magazine

ARROYO TRABUCO
26772 Avery Pkwy,
California-92692
(949) 305-5100
www.arroyotrabuco.com/oneills.aspx

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill, Winery

Enjoy a four-course meal thematically paired with wines from the Dierberg Estate Vineyards. Kevin Gallagher, from the Dierberg Winery will be guiding you through this adventure!

Price: $65 per person (tax and gratuity not included)

Reservations Required

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern,
California-92677
(949) 493-7107
savannahchophouse.net

CuisineType : Steak

The Levendi Family will be joining us to sharing the history behind their 2009 Cold Creek Chardonnay winner of two gold medals at the San Francisco Chronical Wine Competition. Come enjoy Chef Pariano’s delicious Prime Veal Chop 3-course menu with Napa Valley’s best boutique wines.

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern,
California-92677
(949) 493-7107
savannahchophouse.net

CuisineType : Steak

Chateau Montelena 3-Course Wine Dinner.$79 per person.

The Savoy Restaurant -Wine Salon
3131 Bristol Street,
California-92626
714-557-3000
www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/upcoming-wine-events

CuisineType : American

It’s rare that one finds a winery’s whole portfolio to be 100% lip-smacking satisfying. Even more appealing about the Adobe Guadalupe wines is that they hail from a wine-growing region still mysterious and misunderstood by many wine lovers. Join us for a unique culinary experience that will broaden your food and wine horizons; a journey that will amaze and beguile your senses. This is an unheard-of opportunity to revel in extraordinary wines that you will instantly fall in love with. Hosted by owners Donald and Tru Miller, please join us as we pair the expansive flavors of the Adobe Guadalupe wines with a 4-course dinner that will stimulate more than just your palate. Not to be missed, as this is an experience that will totally blow your mind.$70 per person plus tax and gratuity.

The Savoy Restaurant -Wine Salon
3131 Bristol Street,
California-92626
714-557-3000
www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/upcoming-wine-events

CuisineType : American

Looking for something to speed up your pulse on Wednesdays? The Wednesday Wine Experience at The Hotel Hanford provides the perfect antidote to the mid-week blahs. For a mere $15 treat yourself to a tantalizing selection of 5-7 wines – NEW global offerings every week – in our lovely Savoy Restaurant. Also, enjoy our incredibly delicious appetizers at Happy Hour pricing.

The Savoy Restaurant -Wine Salon
3131 Bristol Street,
California-92626
714-557-3000
www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/upcoming-wine-events

CuisineType : American

Looking for something to speed up your pulse on Wednesdays? The Wednesday Wine Experience at The Hotel Hanford provides the perfect antidote to the mid-week blahs. For a mere $15 treat yourself to a tantalizing selection of 5-7 wines – NEW global offerings every week – in our lovely Savoy Restaurant. Also, enjoy our incredibly delicious appetizers at Happy Hour pricing.

The Savoy Restaurant -Wine Salon
3131 Bristol Street,
California-92626
714-557-3000
www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/upcoming-wine-events

CuisineType : American

Looking for something to speed up your pulse on Wednesdays? The Wednesday Wine Experience at The Hotel Hanford provides the perfect antidote to the mid-week blahs. For a mere $15 treat yourself to a tantalizing selection of 5-7 wines – NEW global offerings every week – in our lovely Savoy Restaurant. Also, enjoy our incredibly delicious appetizers at Happy Hour pricing.

The Hotel Hanford-Wine Salon
3131 Bristol Street,
California-92626
714-557-3000
www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/upcoming-wine-events

CuisineType : American

Looking for something to speed up your pulse on Wednesdays? The Wednesday Wine Experience at The Hotel Hanford provides the perfect antidote to the mid-week blahs. For a mere $15 treat yourself to a tantalizing selection of 5-7 wines – NEW global offerings every week – in our lovely Savoy Restaurant. Also, enjoy our incredibly delicious appetizers at Happy Hour pricing.

Kelly’s
5716 E 2nd St,
CA-90803
562.433.4983
www.kellysofnaples.com/

CuisineType : American, Fine Dining

Prix Fixe, multi-course wine dinner with Coppola Wines.

Michael’s On Naples
5620 East 2nd St.,
California-90803
562-439-7080
michaelsonnaples.com

CuisineType : Winery

Come and enjoy the finest Super Tuscans created by renowned winemaker Andrea Paoletti. Andrea is recognized for his outstanding work producing Ornellaia and Tignanello. Salvatore Evangelista, representative from Cantine Olivi winery, will share with you details of each wine as you enjoy it with each course from Chef David Coleman.

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
2745 Lakeshore Drive,
CA-92883
951-277-5800
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Corona proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 10, beginning at 7pm. Start off with mozzarella ball and roasted heirloom tomatoes, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a hare and mushroom salad with 2008 Syrah, and the third course features pink peppercorn dusted spot prawns with 2008 Justification. The next course is prochetta, a ricotta cavatelli and grilled spring onions, paired with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, a dark chocolate terrine with 2009 Obtuse to finish. Cost: $85 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. For reservations, call 951-277-5800 or online:http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/corona/<br

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
101 E. Imperial Highway,
CA-92821
714-257-0101
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Brea proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 15, beginning at 6:30pm. Start off with 20 year old aged balsamic vinegar and liquid mozzarella on housemade bruschetta, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a foie gras polenta cake and fresh sliced truffles with a 2008 Syrah. The third course features Santa Barbara spotted prawn and cauliflower panna cotta, paired with 2008 Justification, then slow roasted suckling pig with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, an array of tasty sweet bites, tiramisu and chocolate fondue, paired with 2009 Obtuse, to finish . For reservations call 714-257-0101 or online: http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/<br

Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club
26772 Avery Pkwy.,
California-92692
(949) 305-5100
arroyotrabuco.com

CuisineType : Winery

SPRING WINE TASTING EVENT – MARCH 15THTaste over 75 Wines & Champagnes from Chateau St. Jean, Rodney Strong to Chalk Hill and Fiddlehead Cellars to name a few! Purchase wines at wholesale prices! As a bonus we will also have some craft brews to complement the night!

Palate Food and Wine
933 South Brand Blvd,
CA-91204
(818) 662-9463
palatefoodwine.com

CuisineType : French, Mediterranean, Spanish

Ted will be pouring 5 of his remarkable Estate-grown wines

in concert with dishes to best complement the wines.

$99 per person

all inclusive

food, wine, gratuity & tax

Menu:

reception

2010 Oasis Rose

charred chicories / crispy chicken livers / roasted warren pears / sherry-violet mustard

2009 Grenache

octopus / wild broccolini / chick pea stew / smoked tomatoes

2009 Mourvedre

lamb osso buco / stone-ground grits / green garlic / english peas / mint

2009 Rockin’ One Red

cheese palette =

douceur du jura A.O.C. / franche comté, franceandeerer traum / andeer, switerlandmahon, riserva D.O.P. / menorca, españa

2010 Rockin’ One Blanc

Space is limited.

RESERVATIONS are required.

Please call 818.662.9463

http://palatefoodwine.com/

ROCK’N FISH
422 South Coast Highway,
CA-92651
(949) 497-3113
rocknfishlb.com

CuisineType : American

On Saturday, March 10 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., more than 20 of California’s top winemakers will join together for the first annual Ultimate Wine Festival at ROCK’N FISH Laguna Beach. Wineries participating in the intimate event include Opus One, Silver Oak, Ceja Vineyards, Grgich Hills, Terra Valentine, Far Niente, Dolce, Nickel & Nickel, Quintessa, Faust, Staglin Family Vineyards, Twomey, Cline, Rombauer, Pisoni/Lucia, Bridlewood, MacMurray, Freemark Abbey, Arrowood, Cambria Estates, Murphy Goode, and La Sirena. Each winery will be represented by the winemaker or a senior representative from the winery.In addition to the crème de la crème of wine tasting, the event will feature elegantly presented tray passed hors d’ouevres. Tickets are $100 per person, with a percentage of proceeds benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach. This special event is limited to 200 guests.

“We have been working with winemakers for many months to plan this event, and look forward to welcoming some of the biggest names in the business to our restaurant,” said Jim Donegan, proprietor of ROCK’N FISH Laguna Beach. “We were delighted that they could be here at a time when the entire city is celebrating food and wine as part of Laguna A-La-Carte and excited to host the first of what will be an annual event at ROCK’N FISH Laguna Beach.” Among the participating winemakers are industry icons Heidi Barrett of La Sirena; Amelia Morán Ceja of Ceja Vineyards and Michael Silacci of Opus One.

To purchase tickets, call 949.497.3113.ROCK’N FISH Laguna Beach features award-winning American regional cuisine, using only the highest quality meats, the freshest fish available, and the best locally farmed produce in Southern California. The restaurant is located at 422 South Coast Highway, 2nd Floor, in Laguna Beach. For more information on special programs or for reservations call 949.497.3113 or visit rocknfishlb.com.<br

The Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar
2647 Park Ave.,
California-92782
714-258-7600
thewineryrestaurant.net

CuisineType : Winery

Raise your glass with Peter Dills from KABC talk radio at the Mix and Mingle Wine Tasting.

Starfish
30832 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.,
California-92651
949.715.9200
StarfishLaguna.com

CuisineType : Asian, Seafood

Starfish celebrates Laguna Beach a la Carte with a Chateau Montelena Dinner.

Michael’s On Naples
5620 East 2nd St.,
California-90803
562.439.7080
michaelsonnaples.com

CuisineType : Fine Dining, Winery

Donna Fugata Wine Dinner

Tuesday, February 28th- 6:30pm

Sage Restaurant
2531 Eastbluff Dr,
CA-92660
949-718-9650
www.sagerestaurant.com

CuisineType : American, Cal Coast, Dessert, Eclectic, Fine Dining, Pizza, Sm Plates

WINEMAKER’S DINNER: STOLPMAN VINEYARDS at Sage Restaurant

On Wednesday, March 7, Sage will host a dinner with Peter Stolpman . The Stolpmans are winemaking pioneers in Santa Barbara County. Their Ballard Canyon vineyard, planted over twenty years ago, contains some of the most prized grapes in Santa Ynez. The Stolpmans are both growers and wine producers. Stolpman’s organic grapes have been bottled by many acclaimed wineries including Sin Qua Non, Arcadian, Kunin, Qupe, Jaffurs, and Ojai Vineyards. Of course their “Estate Grown” wines are exceptional as well. If you love Rhone varietals and Syrah, the Stolpman wines are not to be missed. We will be offering a cross section of their wines, each wine paired with a special course designed by chef Rich Mead.

Stolpman Vineyards Winemaker’s Dinner Hosted by Peter Stolpman Sage Restaurant

Wednesday, March 7th @ 6:30 pm

949.718.9650$65 plus tax

18% gratuity on parties of five or more.

This is a seated event. Please be prompt due to demands on our kitchen.

Menu:

Stolpman, La Coppa Blanc Estate 2009 with Seared Scallop with English Pea Puree tangerine beurre blanc

Stolpman, La Coppa Sangiovese Estate 2009 with Spaghetti Squash and Housemade Meatballs marinara sauce, parmesan, fontina and mozzarella cheese

Stolpman, La Cuadrilla Estate 2010 with Braised Lamb Shank Sage

Seasonal Dessert<br

Citrus City Grille
122 N. Glassell St.,
California-92856

www.citruscitygrille.com

CuisineType : Mediterranean, Winery

Enjoy a four-course Greek meal with wine pairings at Citrus City Grille.

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern,
California-92677
949-493-7107
savannahchophouse.com

CuisineType : American, BBQ, Steak

Tres Sietes Tequila Dinner

JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
900 W Olympic Blvd,
CA-90015
877-622-3056
www.csupomona.edu/~collins/Uncorked.shtml

CuisineType : Fine Dining

Join us for an evening of celebration as the vibrant hospitality industry of Southern California comes together to honor Sam Nazarian, Founder, Chairman and CEO of sbe, with the Robert Mondavi Wine and Food Award in support of The Collins College of Hospitality Management. With special guests Margrit Mondavi and Tim Leiweke, President and CEO of AEG.

The event will showcase guest chefs, tempting libations, silent and live auctions with design and entertainment by The Disney Event Group and surprises around every corner.

Chef Reception – 6-7:15 p.m.
The Chef Reception will delight guests with a gourmet tasting, specialty cocktails, vintner tastings, a silent auction and live entertainment. The featured chefs will be:

Cleo: Danny Elmaleh, Executive Chef
Katsuya by S+arck: Danny Elmaleh, Executive Chef
LA Market Restaurant: Kerry Simon, “Rock and Roll” Chef and Nona Sivley, Chef de Cuisine
Napa Rose Restaurant, Disneyland Resort: Andrew Sutton, Executive Chef
The Tar Pit by Mark Peel: Jason Fullilove, Executive Chef
The Collins College of Hospitality Management Student Chefs: Scott Rudolph, Executive Chef

Seated Dinner – 7:15 p.m.
While guests are enjoying a seater dinner, Sam Nazarian will be presented with the Robert Mondavi Wine and Food Award by Tim Leiweke, President and CEO of Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) and Margrit Mondavi, Vice President of Cultural Affairs at Robert Mondavi Winery. Guests will also enjoy a live auction and lively entertainment by The Disney Event Group.

A Nightcap to Recap – 9:45 p.m.
The evening will progress to a cocktail reception at a private venue at L.A. Live.

Cocktail attire. For more information, visit http://www.csupomona.edu/~collins/Uncorked.shtml

Multiple
2901 West Pacific Coast Highway,
CA-92663

www.pasowine.com/events/grand-tasting-tour-newport-beach.php

CuisineType : Winery

The Paso Robles Wine County Alliance brings the winemakers out of the cellar and down to Newport Beach for its 2012 Grand Tasting Tour. Coming to Newport Beach February 27-March 2, the Paso Robles Grand Tasting Tour will make its only Southern California stop with only three total Grand Tasting Tour events scheduled for the year.

More than 40 winemakers will converge in Newport Beach to showcase their award-winning wines to Southern California wine enthusiasts with winemaker dinners, trade and retail tastings, and consumer tastings taking place at marquee restaurants and venues throughout Orange County. This mega tasting event features five days of festivities that will give wine lovers the opportunity to taste and explore more than 150 wines from California’s fastest growing wine region. Join us and experience the best of Paso Robles Wine Country right in your own backyard.<br

Main Street Wine Company
301 Main St.,
California-92648
714-969-7400
mainstreetwinecompany.com

CuisineType : Dessert, Winery

Join us on Valentine’s Day for a celebration wine tasting event.