vermont life wine & harvest festival.
The Mount Snow Valley and Vermont LifeMagazine invite you to The 3rd Annual Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival a weekend for Vermont wines, Vermont specialty foods and artisans of all types. A celebration of the rich uniqueness, quality and ingenuity of Vermont producers. Set in the backdrop of our world renowned Vermont fall foliage; attendees will discover, savor [...]
this weekend at the wineries…8/20-8/22
Bottling of the Stone Cold White at Chamard Vineyards Friday, August 20th Farmer’s Market at Jones Winery from 3:30 to 5:30pm! The weekly farmer’s markets are designed to not just feed the public, but to help educate them as well. Join them in the Harvest Kitchen courtyard of the Homestead Farm for an afternoon of local food, [...]
create a scarecrow at sunset meadow vineyards.
image found here Sunset Meadow Vineyards is holding its First Annual SMV Scarecrow Contest. Entry fee proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House of CT, with judging to be done by former patients and/or staff of the organization. Judging and prizes will be awarded at their Fall Harvest Festival. For contest entry forms participants may [...]
shoreline wine festival…this weekend!
Don’t miss your favorite CT wineries at the Shoreline Wine Festival taking place this weekend at Bishop’s Orchards Farm Market + Winery! This is your chance to enjoy wines from many different wineries throughout the state. The event takes place Saturday, August 14th from 12 to 7pm and Sunday, August 15th from 12 to 6pm. [...]
images from the ct wine festival.
Great weather, a fantastic turnout and delicious CT wines…. Need we say more??? If you missed the festival this year, make sure you attend next summer! Share
this weekend at your wineries…7/30-8/1
We are almost at the middle of summer vacation and if you haven’t already been to your favorite local wineries or participated in some of the fun events they have been offering… what are you waiting for?? Here is a glimpse of what’s happening this weekend. 2009 CT Wine Festival Hopkins Vineyard at 2009 CT [...]
an evening with Mark Bittman.
Truro Vineyards and Castle Hill are delighted to present An Evening with Mark Bittman. Come and meet Mark Bittman and enjoy a delectable reception at Truro Vineyards from 5pm-7pm on Wednesday, July 21st. Local wine from Truro Vineyards, culinary delights by Blackfish, local art by Castle Hill Artists and live music by the Fabulous Mint 400. Mark Bittman, [...]
this weekend at the wineries…
The weekend is here again…yay!! Here is what is happening this weekend that you won’t want to miss! Today! July 16th Jones Winery‘s Friday Farmers’ Market! 3:30-5:30pm in the Winery Courtyard.Their theme today is HONEY! Honey tasting and book signing with C. Marina Marchese. Honey baked goods and a cooking demo on how to make a [...]
rustic chic wedding inspiration.
Today’s post is from regular guest blogger Sarah True, founder of True Event, a full service event design and coordination studio. Rustic Chic, Wedding Design for a CT Winery. I created this board for Erin and Dan who are getting married at Saltwater Farm Vineyard in October. I am having so much fun redesigning the [...]
rocks and roses, and rock and roll at jonathan edwards winery.
The following post is from Bob Chaplin, a well known author in the wine scene. Bob’s articles can be seen on his own blog, A Wine Blog, as well as in the New England Wine Gazette, just to name a few publications. He has written about wine and other libations for many newspapers and magazines including [...]
inspiration for a vineyard wedding.
Today’s post is from contributing blogger, Candice Dowling, founder of Jubilee Events, an event planning boutique specializing in chic weddings and occasions. They are based out of Connecticut, designing and coordinating fabulous events throughout Connecticut and across New England. They’re young, stylish, artistic, fun, and creative – and love to infuse that energy into every event they [...]
celebrate dad.
Father’s Day is this Sunday… so why not celebrate by taking Dad to one of the local wineries for a great time! You know that will be so much more appreciated than another tie! McLaughlin Vineyards Sunday, June 20th from 1 to 4pm Bring a picnic or order a boxed lunch {call for boxed lunch [...]
farmer’s markets in the vineyards.
Summer just isn’t summer without the delicious fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs and all sorts of other wares from the local farmers market. Here are just a few of the New England wineries that are hosting these markets on their farm. As if you needed another reason to visit?? patrons enjoying the Farmer’s Market at Chamard [...]
the unWINEd concert series at priam vineyards.
Great music, delicious food, kicking back with close friends + family and yummy wine… what more do you need to unwind and kick off your summer weekend on a Friday night? Priam Vineyards will be hosting its unWINEd concert series every Friday evening in July from 6 to 8:30 PM. Picnics are welcome and simple [...]
this weekend around the wineries.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out what’s happening this weekend and in the upcoming weeks with your local wineries… Jonathan Edwards Winery Annual Spring Festival Saturday June 5th and Sunday, June 6th 12 to 6pm Tickets $15 in advance; $18 at the door {under 21 free admission with parent} Visit their website [...]
coastal wine trail kick off!
Come join the wineries of the Coastal Wine Trail at Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod for the… Coastal Wine Trail Kick Off Party Sunday May 23, 2010 1pm-3pm Rain or Shine! They will have a big tent set up featuring the nine wineries in the Coastal Wine Trail sampling their wines and have plenty of [...]
spoil your mother.
Looking for things to do this weekend to show mom how much you care? Here is what’s going on in and around our New England wineries… Holmberg Orchards 3rd annual Blossoms & Bottles Wine Festival Saturday May 8th, 1pm-6pm Features 8 Connecticut wineries, local artisan foods, crafts, and live music. Tickets $20 advance/$25 door Jonathan [...]
this weekend in new england.
image found here With gorgeous weather predicted for this weekend, here are some ways to enjoy the new season at some of our favorite local wineries. At Chamard vineyards they have extended holiday weekend hours and will be open today and tomorrow until 8pm. They are closed on Sunday and Monday. On Saturday from 5 [...]
a vineyard valentine.
press has yet another fun Valentine’s Day event to mention taking place Saturday, February 13th from 1 to 4 pm at Shelburne Vineyard in Vermont. A portion of each ticket + massage price will benefit the Shelburne Food shelf. Feeling good while doing good… that’s what it’s all about! For more information call 802.985.8222 Share
valentine’s treats.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we want to remind you that there is nothing more romantic than spending time with the one you love the most at a romantic vineyard setting. This Saturday, February 6th a reminder that Chamard will be hosting a fantastic Valentine’s event from 5 to 8 pm at the vineyard. Enlighten your [...]
celebration of CT wine.
The Connecticut Vineyard and Winery Association is hosting it’s first Annual Celebration of Connecticut Wine to celebrate and honor Dr. Richard Kiyomoto who retired fromThe Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and is being recognized as the Connecticut Wine Trail’s person of the year. Enjoy live music, local wine, and a dinner from Chef Leon of Comfort Kitchen Caterers [...]
what’s happening at chamard.
Chamard Vineyards will be hosting some fabulous events in the next month that we just had to share! Meet them at Ballou’s Wine Bar on Tuesday, January 26th at 7:30pm $10/person to taste their wines or come early for a pre-fixed menu for $35/couple RSVP to Ballou’s by Monday, January 25th at 203.453.0319 Celebrate romance [...]