<i>Food & Dining</i>, in partnership with top local restaurants, has begun hosting monthly fun and educational food and drink events that may range from wine, bourbon and beer tastings to cooking classes. You'll meet the magazine's writers and columnists and behind-the-scenes staff, and have a chance to win free subscriptions, restaurant gift certificates and other door prizes.
The first of these exciting events is coming up on Monday, Aug. 13, at <b>L&N Wine Bar & Bistro</b>, from 6-8:30 p.m. Joe Davis, owner and wine maker at Arcadian Winery in California's scenic Santa Ynez Valley, the beautiful setting for the movie "Sideways," will be the guest for a casual, drop-in tasting of his stylish, high-end Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah, which critics hail as being made in an elegant, subtle "Burgundian" style.
Mr. Davis will talk about his wine and answer questions while visitors may purchase his wines by the glass or tasting portion. L&N Wine Bar & Bistro's regular menu will be available for those who wish to enjoy appetizers or dinner. No reservations required.
Watch for more details in coming months as we continue this series with Bourbons by Pappy Van Winkle at <b>Bourbons Bistro</b> on Monday, Sept. 10, and Australian wines from Old Bridge Cellars at <b>Napa River Grill</b> on Wednesday, Oct. 17.
We'd love to hear from you with ideas about events you'd like to see. Contact Publisher John White with your input - and while you're at it, comments about the magazine as well. Call (502) 493-5511 ext. 501 or drop him an email at publisher (at) foodanddiningmagazine.com.