Wine Maker's Dinner
Date: Friday October 10, 2008
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Cost: $150.00
A culinary feast to delight your palate will be held at the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre, PA for our "kick-off" wine makers dinner on Friday evening. Excellence in cuisine has been the standard at the Westmoreland Club for generations. The culinary team, under the direction of Executive Chef Frank Priore, will prepare a six course menu using the finest gourmet treats from igourmet.com to create an unforgettable menu with innovative and traditional fare. Each course will be expertly paired with premium wines for an unforgettable evening.

Wine Seminars
Date: Saturday October 11, 2008
Cost: 2 for $40.00

Time: Starting at 11:00AM
Seminar 1
"The Language of Wine"
Ever wonder what 'tannic', "flinty" or "petrol" mean when referring to wine? These words are frequently used in descriptions and cause confusion to the major population. Join renowned certified wine educator, Michael Schaefer and wine writer for the Scranton Times, David Falchek as they talk about how the descriptions written in wine reviews don't always clearly describe what the wine is about. You will taste a flight of wine to illustrate what the wine brings to the nose and palate. This seminar makes it easy for a novice to understand terms and rate wine like an expert!

Seminar 2
"The Perfect Cup"
Stefano Morandi from Caffe Vergnano will share with you what their company has perfected for generations, how to make the perfect cup! Caffe Vergnano has been brewing up Italy best espresso's since 1882 and what would be better to compliment a steaming shot of espresso? A handmade rich, silky, chocolate truffle compliments of Mary Hepner from Ah! Some Chocolates. This dynamic duo will walk you through the finer points of appreciating high quality chocolate and "the perfect cup" of espresso!

Time: Starting at 12:00PM
Seminar 3
Superior Belgium Lagers.....Brewed to Perfection!
This unforgettable seminar will take take you on a journey as you taste optimum premium lager Stella Artois, Leffe & Hoegaarden. Master Beer Sommelier, Marc Stroobandt will direct the tasting by pairing these spectacular lagers - with their full flavor and crisp taste with three of the most prized Belgium cheeses from igourmet.com.

Seminar 4
"Amore" - An adventure in Italian Cheese & Wine
Patrick Ambrosio served as the cheesemonger for Dean and Deluca in Napa Valley CA. Returning to his home town of Long Island NY worked for many years as the cheese department manager for Bernard’s Market and Cafe, twice featured in the New York Times. Prior to working in cheese, Patrick was a professional chef for many years, including Executive Chef at both Tyler Hill Farm Country Inn, as well as Russian Hill Estate Winery in Sonoma County, CA.

3rd Annual Grand Tasting
Date: Saturday October 11, 2008
Time: 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Cost: $85.00
Enjoy an afternoon to remember as you experience artisan cheeses, culinary treasures from around the world and award winning wines and beers. Your trip around the world begins as you sip and sample delicacies from Spain to Italy to Germany. You will sample the fare of local fine dining establishments such as Harry & Billy's, Cuvenee, 31 Lake Street, River Street Ale House and Wolfgang Puck Express. Prepare to be captivated when our friends at Viking present chef Trish Sebben-Krupka in a live cooking demonstration! Rejuven Essence will be on-site for some "spa pampering" while being entertained by live music an exciting silent auction and a hybrid car raffle - all included in the afternoon festivities! The auction proceeds will benefit "The Women with Children Program" at Misericordia University, a 501c3 organization.

VIP Grand Tasting
Date: Saturday October 11, 2008
Time: 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Cost: $135.00
You will have full access to the VIP lounge and grand tasting tent. In the VIP lounge, you will enjoy a comfortable spot to sit and enjoy the sounds of a live contemporary artist Jimmy Mancus while enjoying premium wines, a "bubbly bar", caviar, and a host of decadent goodies in your private VIP area. Cafe Olivia will be the featured restaurant in the VIP lounge. You can go in and out as you visit the grand tasting tent where your trip around the world begins as you sip and sample delicacies from Spain to Italy to Germany. You will sample the fare of local fine dining establishments such as Harry & Billy's, Cuvenee, 31 Lake Street, River Street Ale House and Wolfgang Puck Express. Prepare to be captivated when our friends at Viking present chef Trish Sebben-Krupka in a live cooking demonstration! Rejuven Essence will be on-site for some "spa pampering" while being entertained by live music an exciting silent auction and a hybrid car raffle - all included in the afternoon festivities. The auction proceeds will benefit "The Women with Children Program" at Misericordia University, a 501c3 organization.