Columbus Foodie

COLUMBUS AREA 

September 26, 2008

a d’vine affair
Event features premium domestic and international wines, microbrews, light hors d’oeuvres, silent auction. 6:30-11PM, tickets are $85 in advance or $95 at the door. Crown Plaza Columbus North, 6500 Doubletree Avenue, Columbus, OH 43229. Call 614.895.5648 for more information.

October 4, 2008

Herb Harvest Day
Learn about the many uses for herbs and how to cultivate them at this annual free fall celebration. Sample a variety of herb-infused dishes, teas and desserts, as you browse the facility’s unique gift shop. This event has herbal workshops, demonstrations, food and craft vendors and children’s activities. 10am to 4pm, Ohio Herb Education Center, 109 Johnstown Rd, Gahanna. For more information, call 614.428.9255 or 614.471.1048 or visit web site.

October 16, 2008

Taste of Gahanna
Sample cuisine from the finest restaurants in the Gahanna area at this delicious culinary celebration. The Taste of Gahanna offers fantastic food, fun and the popular “Chef’s Challenge” sponsored by the Gahanna Area Chamber of Commerce. 6-9pm, Aladdin Shrine Complex, 3850 Stelzer Rd, Gahanna. For more information, call 614.471.0451 or visit web site.

October 17, 2008

TWIG 270’s Annual Wine Tasting
Come taste the flavors of Italy with TWIG 270. All proceeds to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Our wine tasting will feature several different Italian wines, an antipasto display, a fruit display, hors d’oeurvres and a lasagna station. An assortment of beers will also be included. Seating is limited. 7-9PM, cost is $50 per person. To purchase tickets, please call Emily Miller at 614.804.5896 or email columbustwig270@yahoo.com by October 10th. We hope you can make it! Graystone Wine Cellar, 544 S. Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215.

October 20, 2008

March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction
Join the March of Dimes for a wonderful night of food and wine. You will enjoy fine samplings from some of Central Ohio’s best restaurants, while tasting wine from all over the world. The event also features a live and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the March of Dimes in their fight to save babies from birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Cost is $100 per person, call 614.231.7935 for more information. Event will be held at the Aladdin Shrine Center, 3850 Stelzer Rd, Columbus, OH 43219.

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September 12, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Great Lakes Brewing Company Beer Tasting
Join us for a tasting of Great Lakes Brewing Company’s excellent variety of brews. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, Great Lakes is one of the best brewpub/microbreweries in the United States! 7-9PM, cost is $25 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH.

September 13, 2008

Wine, Art & Garden Festival
This one day event features wine tasting by local wineries, wonderful artists stationed throughout the village and a select group of garden and craft endors set up on the sidewalks of Roscoe Village. Guests can stroll through the gardens of Roscoe Village or take part in a “Park and Walk” tour of priate gardens above Roscoe Village. 10AM-5PM, $3 admission, with an additional wine tasting cost. Historic Roscoe Village, 600 N. Whitewoman Street, Coshocton, OH 43812, 800.877.1830.

Aurora WineFest 2008
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce announces Aurora WineFest 2008. Aurora WineFest will combine local Ohio wineries and wine distributors showcasing wines from Northeast Ohio and around the world. This unique event will include cuisine from award-winning restaurants, cooking demonstrations, live musical entertainment and, of course, great wine! More details at the event web site. 3-9PM. Regular Pre-Sale cost is $20, Day of event $25, Designated Driver $10. ThornCreek Winery, 155 Treat Road, Aurora, OH 44202, 330.562.3355.

September 13, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Washington State Winners Wine Tasting
Five straight years of fantastic vintages will drive us to tasting these small estates…and give us a preview to next years wine country excursion! 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

September 20, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Best Buy Australians Wine Tasting
Dan Frey brings us the value wines from Down Under…always a winner with our wine tasters and of course, don’t forget the surprises. 1-3PM, cost is $25 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

September 24, 2008

Scotland/Wales Cheese Tasting
Each tasting features imported cheeses from a selected country, matched to our wines. The combinations are then discussed along with various provided handouts. Tastings are held at 7pm, the cost to attend is $16 per person. Reservations are required. Coffee Cake Winery, 48018 Giacobbi Road, Jewett, OH 43986, 740.937.2572.  

September 27, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Oregon 2006 Pinots Wine Tasting
Is 2006 the best vintage ever for Oregon? Let’s check out some of the small producers “Cream of the Crop”. 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

October 3-4, 2008

Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival
Cheers! The first ever Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival is uncorked! Prepare your palate for a showcase of over 400 wines from all the major wine producing regions of the world. And get an early jump on your holiday wine selections with plenty of Ports, sparkling wines and even Champagnes (in our VIP area) to taste. Aside from wines, there will be an outdoor area for premium cigar smoking. Toward the close of the event, during our signature after-party, every guest will have the chance to purchase their favorite wines from the show. Bring home the 2008 Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival commemorative wine glass and start your collection for next year! Proceeds benefit One Way Farms. 6-9PM (after party 9-11PM both nights), cost is $50 per person advance, $55 per person at the door, $25 non-drinker admission/$100 per person VIP. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

October 10, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Samuel Adams/Boston Beer Company Beer Tasting
America’s leading brewer of handcrafted, full-flavored beers. The Company’s flagship brand - Samuel Adams Boston Lager - is still brewed using the same processes that Jim Koch’s great-grandfather used in the mid 1800’s. 7-9PM, cost is $25 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

October 11, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Australian Reserve Wine Tasting
Limited seating - Let’s taste ten of our favorite big name Aussies. Shiraz, Grenache and Cabernets! Clarendon, Torbreck and Elderton…plus more! 1-3PM, cost is $75 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

October 18, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Dave and Ardie’s Birthday Wine Tasting
Join Dave Schmerr and Ardie Bonanno for their birthday bash. Many of their favorites plus lots of surprises! 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

October 22, 2008

USA Cheese Tasting
Each tasting features cheeses from a selected country, matched to our wines. The combinations are then discussed along with various provided handouts. Tastings are held at 7pm, the cost to attend is $16 per person. Reservations are required. Coffee Cake Winery, 48018 Giacobbi Road, Jewett, OH 43986, 740.937.2572.  

October 24-26, 2008

Winery Tour Weekend
Spend a weekend touring the wineries of Northeast Ohio. Package includes lodging accommodations for two evenings, full breakfast each morning, dinner both nights (homemade four course dinner), Lakehouse Inn Wine Cellar Tour and barrel tastings on Saturday, transportation to and from the wineries Saturday afternoon accompanied by our winemaker, and a bottle of Lakehouse Inn wine. Cost is $400-$670 per couple. The Lakehouse Inn and Winery, 5653 Lake Rd, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041. 440.466.8668.  

October 25, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Solera XV Wine Tasting
Our 15th year of having Dan Frey of Solera Importers will be the best one yet. His top picks for the year will be explored. Don’t miss this one! 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 1, 2008

Jungle Jim’s 2005 Bordeaux (Part II) Wine Tasting
The second of a series from Dave’s favorite region. This tasting will highlight the best of varied sub-appellations of Bordeaux. 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 5, 2008

The Best of the Year Cheese Tasting
Each tasting features imported cheeses from a selected country, matched to our wines. The combinations are then discussed along with various provided handouts. Tastings are held at 7pm, the cost to attend is $16 per person. Reservations are required. Coffee Cake Winery, 48018 Giacobbi Road, Jewett, OH 43986, 740.937.2572.  

November 7, 2008

Wines of the World for Women of the World
Sample wines from around the world and celebrate Habitat for Humanity of Summit County’s Women Build program. Enjoy a variety of international wines, hors d’oeuvres, a live auction, silent auction, raffle, live music and much more! 7-10PM, cost is $50 per person. Rosemont Country Club, 3777 Rosemont Blvd, Fairlawn, OH 44333, call 330.785.2700 for more information.

Jungle Jim’s Bell’s Brewing Company Beer Tasting
As of 2005, Kalamazoo Brewing Company changed their name to Bell’s Brewery, Inc, reflecting the name by which most people refer to the brewery. Watch for a special guest. 7-9PM, cost is $25 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 7-9, 2008

Winery Tour Weekend
Spend a weekend touring the wineries of Northeast Ohio. Package includes lodging accommodations for two evenings, full breakfast each morning, dinner both nights (homemade four course dinner), Lakehouse Inn Wine Cellar Tour and barrel tastings on Saturday, transportation to and from the wineries Saturday afternoon accompanied by our winemaker, and a bottle of Lakehouse Inn wine. Cost is $400-$670 per couple. The Lakehouse Inn and Winery, 5653 Lake Rd, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041. 440.466.8668.  

November 8, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Robert Kacher Wines Tasting
It’s been a while since we have visited one of our favorite French Importers. Reds, whites, small estates and high ratings will dominate this tasting. 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 11, 2008

The Best of the Year Cheese Tasting
Each tasting features imported cheeses from a selected country, matched to our wines. The combinations are then discussed along with various provided handouts. Tastings are held at 7pm, the cost to attend is $16 per person. Reservations are required. Coffee Cake Winery, 48018 Giacobbi Road, Jewett, OH 43986, 740.937.2572.  

November 14-16, 2008

Chocolate & Wine Lover’s Weekend
Package includes lodging accommodations for two nights, Friday evening dessert reception, including chocolate fountain paired with local Ohio wines, Saturday evening five course dinner with Ohio wine pairing, full breakfast each morning, and a bottle of Lakehouse Inn wine. Cost is $300-$475 per couple. The Lakehouse Inn & Winery, 5653 Lake Rd, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041, 440.466.8668.

November 15, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Vintage Port Wine Tasting
Portugal produces one of the best dessert wines in the world…and we will taste the top ones from the top years. 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 22, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Chateau Mouton Rothschild Vertical Wine Tasting
Extremely limited seating - A first at the Jungle - a vertical of the first growth Chateau Mouton Rothschild. We will taste 1995, 1996, 1998 and 2004 plus an aperitif wine from the property, Chateau Clerc-Milon. 1-3PM, cost is $125 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

November 29, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Tuscan Thrillers Wine Tasting
Tuscany is arguably the best wine region in Italy. We will try some of the regions best wines and top rated vintages! 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

December 5, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Seasonal Delights Beer Tasting
All I want for Christmas is real good beer! There are a number of ’seasonal’ beers that are best enjoyed at the appropriate time of year, as an ideal accompaniment to the weather mood and fare of the season. 7-9PM. Cost is $25 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.

December 6, 2008

Jungle Jim’s Big Bubbly Bash Wine Tasting
Sparkling wines galore will be the theme of our last tasting of the year. French will dominate but we will also look at other great areas in the wine world. 1-3PM, cost is $30 per person. Call 513.674.6000 for more information. Jungle Jim’s International Market, 5440 Dixie Hwy/Rte 4, Fairfield, OH.