Oct 2, 2010 Off the Beaten Path Organic Dinner
Oct 2, 2010 Off the Beaten Path with the proprietors of Dunham & Froese
Step out of the mainstream hustle and bustle and get back to the basics with Dunham & Froese Estate Winery.
5 course organic dinner paired with a flight of our library and new release wines created in sustainable responsible method.
You will enjoy a personal tour of the 600 acre Covert Organic Farm & Vineyards where you will hear the history and evolution of their family farm celebrating 50 years. You will discover the glacial terrace, various soils types and incredible view of the 500 meter high wall of granitic gneiss, shot through with thin layers of quartz and other mineral veins called McIntyre Bluff that the vineyard and winery is nestled next too.
This event includes a private winery tour and tasting with award winning winemaker Kirby Froese.
Enjoy a 5 course Organic dinner paired with a mix of our library and new release wines.
Hosted by proprietors Gene & Shelly Covert and Kirby and Crystal Froese.
Dress for Okanagan fall weather and this event has limited space so book your spot and get off the beaten path!
$129 per person
Please contact winery closer to event as we may be able to arrange shuttle service.
email crystalatcfroese.com or call 250 498 9463 to purchase your tickets.
Vino Camp Vancouver
Kirby is joining other experts and speaking at Vino Camp on the topic Romancing the Vine: The trials and tribulations in owning a boutique winery” This is definitely not the wine festival. In a more unstructured form than a standard conference, VinoCamp Vancouver, and introducing the world premiere of CheeseCamp, brings wine, cheese, people and technology together in one place, making wine and cheese accessible, educational and fun. A different type of conference, VinoCamp CheeseCamp 2009 is designed for people interested in technology, wine and cheese as participants are encouraged to take photos of what’s happening, to blog, tweet and message their experiences. http://vinocamp.com/
Earth Wind Fire - Sizzling Chefs
Join us at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort as we support Natures Trust in Kelowna on May 30th at 6 pm featuring sizzling chefs from Culinary Team Canada. • Begin with a TNT Blast Off reception. • Visit chefs at their stations. • Be entertained as they prepare delectable local fare with a global flair. • Taste some of the Okanagan’s finest beverages. • And enjoy live music with the Hugh Parsons Trio, Bobby Bruce as "Nearly Neil" and Half a Quorum. You may even want to kick up your heels! • Silent and live auction. $200 per person ($50 tax receipt) Groups of six or more $175 per person ($50 tax receipt) Proceeds to The Nature Trust of BC. To order tickets, contact Tracy Loewen at 1-866-288-7878 ext. 222 or e-mail tloewen@naturetrust.bc.ca http://www.naturetrust.bc.ca
2nd Annual Kitchen Party
We’ve noticed the best parties end up in the kitchen so why not start there! Join the South Okanagan Winery Association as they present their 2nd Annual Kitchen Party. Showcasing Fine Wines and Limited Releases from Top BC Wineries with canapés prepared by Vancouver’s best restaurants such as Cru, Salmon House, Le Gavroche, Senova, O’Doul’s, Lolita's South of the Border Cantina & Me & Julio. When: May 26th 6:30 to 9:00pm Where: Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts 1505 West 2nd Ave Vancouver BC (Granville Island) Ticket Information: $75 Per person Phone 1 800 669 1900 Visit www.oliverosoyooswineries.blogspot.com
Oct 10 & 11th American Express Grand Finale Consumer Tastings
We will be pouring our wines at this great event! This is a wine tour under one roof!!! Sip! Sample! Spit? Dance? This event is for those who want to explore some of the finest wines that are being produced right here in our back yards. A great event for those trying wines for the first time as well as those who want to expand their wine knowledge. We will be joingin over 60 wineries who will be presenting and over 240 wines to sample. Ticket includes: enjoyable live entertainment, souvenir wine glass, all your wine tasting, bread and cheese and a free taxi ride home. contact www.ticketmaster.ca
Oct 5 Festival of the Grape
Held in Oliver this is the largest outdoor wine tasting in the Valley. Hosting wineries from all over. The afternoon includes grape stomping competitions, live music, food vendors and whole fun area just for kids. http://www.festivalofthegrape.ca/ Tickets can be purchased in advance for $19 or $22 at the gate. Kids are free. It is highly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance to avoid the typically long lineups at the gate. Tickets can be purchased at the following locations: Penticton Wine Centre - 553 Railway Street, Penticton - (250) 490-2006 Wine Country Welcome Centre - 34881 97th Street, Oliver - (250) 498-4867