Friday, November 7, 2014

Event Name:Sip & Stroke at The Bascom
Event Description:This two-hour afternoon workshop is perfect for non-artists and beginners. Learn to recreate a well-known painting and sip while you stroke! We supply the canvas, paint and brushes. All you need to bring is a curious mind, a friend and a bottle of wine. The Bascom signature wine will be available by the glass. Register today and bring home your very own work of art. Space is limited.
Venue:The Bascom 828.787.2865 or email Billy Love at [email protected]
Time:3:30-5:30pm
Price:$36 Bascom Member/$40 Non-Member

Event Name:Pinot Noir Master Class
Event Description:Tasting and presentation of eight Siduri Pinot Noirs with Adam Lee. We will taste eight different Siduri wines from across their California and Oregon portfolio, including some older vintages.
Venue:Mountaintop Wine Shoppe 828.526.4080
Time:4:00-6:00pm
Price:$50 per person

Event Name:Mountain Fresh Five Course Porch Dinner
Event Description:Join us in celebrating the iconic and diverse culinary dishes of James Beard award winning chef Louis Osteen as he prepares a multi-course dinner carefully paired with the wines of French and Italian importer Kermit Lynch.
Venue:Mountain Fresh Grocery 828-526-2400
Time:Wine & Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30, Dinner at 7:00. Reservations only. Limited seating.
Price:$125 per person, plus tax. Price includes service.

Event Name:Fourth Annual Farm Harvest Dinner and Barn Dance
Event Description:Get ready for a full-on evening of authentic mountain culture. Your senses will come alive with sights, sounds, smells and flavors of farm-fresh creations being prepared live. Meet the farmers and feast on their bounty from Sunburst Trout Farm, Barker’s Creek Mill and Painted Hills Natural Beef. It’s a fun, down-on-the-farm festival of the senses and celebration of The South.
Venue:The Farm at Old Edwards 828.787.2625
Time:6:30 pm Champagne Reception, 7:00 pm Dinner, 8:00 pm Barn Dance featuring the music of Back Porch Orchestra
Price:$125 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:Dine. Indulge. DARIOUSH.
Event Description:Be prepared to indulge yourself with the culinary creativity of Lakeside Restaurant and the Persian finesse of Bordeaux inspired Darioush wines. From whites to reds, this five course dinner will explore the multifaceted nuances of Darioush wines paired with Lakeside's exquisitely creative cuisine. Special wine pricing will be available! Have your cellars ready!
Venue:Lakeside Restaurant 828.526.9419
Time:6:30pm
Price:$175 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:Robert Craig Wine Dinner with special guest Elton Slone
Event Description:Featuring Durrell Vineyard Chardonnay, Affinity Cabernet, Howell Mountain Zinfandel, Howell Mountain Cabernet & Mount Veeder Cabernet. Please call for details on this special event featuring General Manager & Partner, Elton Slone of Robert Craig Winery.
Venue:…on the Verandah 828-526-2338
Time:6:30pm
Price:$145 per person, plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:NORTHWEST PACIFIC Wine Pairing Dinner
Event Description:The Inn at Half Mile Farm and Rosewood Market invite you to join us on a wine pairing culinary adventure through the Pacific Northwest of North America-right here in Highlands, North Carolina. Come break bread and let
your senses travel through Oregon, Washington State and into British Vancouver as we marry regional culinary treats with beautiful northwest wines. Our talented Chefs will be preparing a farm-to-table multi-course dinner -- each course celebrating the best of that region. Beginning with PEI Mussels of British Columbia and ending with American Bubbles-we invite you to join us on this delicious North American adventure.
Venue:The Inn at Half Mile Farm 1.800.946.6822
Time:Wine & Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30, Dinner at 7:00
Price:$79.00 per person, plus tax and gratuity For more information, please visit our website at www.halfmilefarm.com or Call 1-800-946-6822.

Event Name:The Ugly Dog Pub Late Night Hang Out
Event Description:Join your friends at The Ugly Dog Pub for live music, seasonal cocktails & local beers.
Venue:The Ugly Dog Pub 828.526.8364

Saturday, November 8, 2014

Event Name:James Beard Award Winner Louis Osteen at Mountain Fresh Grocery
Event Description:Mountain Fresh Grocery is excited to announce James Beard Chef Louis Osteen will be in our kitchen for Culinary Weekend 2014. Louis is a founding Chef of the Southern Culinary Renaissance, which came out of Charleston during the late 80's and won his James Beard Award in 2004. This marks the fourth consecutive year he has cooked with our team. Louis, a longtime friend, has played a significant part in helping to define our "flavor" at Mountain Fresh Grocery and we look forward to showcasing and sharing his talents this year.
Venue:Mountain Fresh Grocery 828.526.2400
Time:9:00am-6:00pm

Event Name:“Writers Block… an interpretation of classics”
Event Description:Join Executive Chef Justin Burdett as he features nine courses of creative and innovative cuisine paired with superb wines from importer Kermit Lynch.
Venue:Ruka’s Table 828.526.3636
Time:6:00pm
Price:$125 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:A Davis Family Vineyards Affair
Event Description:At Davis Family Vineyards they believe wine is an essential element in a rich and passionate life. Here at Lakeside we could not agree more. We are very excited to partner with Owner/Winemaker, Guy Davis for an evening of exquisite wines and delectable cuisine. Join Lakesides’ Chef Chris Arnold as he prepares five courses perfectly paired with the handcrafted wines of Davis Family Vineyards. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to stock your cellars as we will be offering exclusive pricing on the wines we are featuring at this dinner. A delicious evening celebrating the joys of food and wine!
Venue:Lakeside Restaurant 828.526.9419
Time:6:30pm
Price:$125 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:Monticello Vineyards with Owner Stephen Corley
Event Description:Featuring Monticello Brut, Estate Chardonnay, Estate Merlot, Jefferson Cuvee’ Cabernet & Corley Proprietary Red. Please call for details on this special event featuring Owner, Stephen Corley of Monticello Vineyards.
Venue:…on the Verandah 828.526.2338
Time:6:30pm
Price:$100.00 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:Caymus Vineyards
Event Description:We will be featuring Caymus Vineyards. Join us for a night of culinary memories and divine libations. It will be night to remember!
Venue:Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro 828.526.3807
Time:7:00pm Champagne & Appetizers, 7:30pm Dinner
Price:$150.00 plus tax and gratuity

Event Name:Tales & Cocktails, The Ugly Dog Pub Bourbon Dinner
Event Description:A master bartender and bourbon ambassador will host an entertaining and informative evening accompanied by a multi-course dinner.
Venue:The Ugly Dog Public House, Dog House Dining Room
Time:7:00pm
Price:$75/ticket. Available at Eventbrite

Event Name:The Ugly Dog Pub Late Night Hang Out
Event Description:Join your friends at The Ugly Dog Pub for live music, seasonal cocktails & local beers.
Venue:The Ugly Dog Pub 828.526.8364

Sunday, November 9, 2014

Event Name:James Beard Award Winner Louis Osteen at Mountain Fresh Grocery
Event Description:Mountain Fresh Grocery is excited to announce James Beard Chef Louis Osteen will be in our kitchen for Culinary Weekend 2014. Louis is a founding Chef of the Southern Culinary Renaissance, which came out of Charleston during the late 80's and won his James Beard Award in 2004. This marks the fourth consecutive year he has cooked with our team. Louis, a longtime friend, has played a significant part in helping to define our "flavor" at Mountain Fresh Grocery and we look forward to showcasing and sharing his talents this year.
Venue:Mountain Fresh Grocery 828.526.2400
Time:9:00am-6:00pm