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SUMMARY:Wonka Wine & Food Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, October 10th at 6:00pm as we enter the wonky mind of Willy during a themed dinner prepared by a special guest chef at the region’s most recognized chocolate factory\, Hebert Candy Mansion in Shrewsbury\, MA. The Candy Mansion will be transformed into a dining destination from start to finish. The evening will begin with a Fizzy Lifting Cocktail and sweet Hebert Candy treats. After posing with our own green-haired Willy\, attendees will be ushered into the picturesque stone halls of the Mansion where they will be able to watch the chef prepare and serve courses that are inspired by the popular Dahl story. \n  \nThe fine print: this event is strictly limited to 35 participants and sold in a first-come\, first served basis. As with all events\, all sales are final—refunds and exchanges will not be available unless the event is fully canceled. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments cannot be made. Attendees must be 21+ with proper identification. Each stop will enjoy cash bar in addition to scheduled food and drink. 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/wonka-wine-food-dinner/
LOCATION:Hebert Candy Mansion\, 574 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 20)\, Shrewsbury\, MA\, 01545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storybook Series
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SUMMARY:Signature Wine Dinner with Frank Family Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the return of the Worcester Wine Festival’s Grand Tasting\, we’ve teamed up with Frank Family Vineyards to celebrate wine in a kick-off Signature Wine Dinner at Russo Italian Restaurant in Worcester. Each of the courses\, created by Executive Chef Tim Russo\, will be hand paired with fine wines from the coveted Frank Family Vineyards. Join Frank Family Vineyards’ Northeast Manager\, Liza Gallia\, along with food and wine connoisseurs from around the region for an exceptional evening in celebrating food and wine. \n\n\n\n1st Course: 2019 Carneros Chardonnay with Seared Skate\, Yellow Tomatoes\, Gremolata \n\n\n\n2nd Course: 2019 Carneros Pinot Noir with Thyme Roasted Mushrooms\, Guanciale\, Celery Leaf\, Egg \n\n\n\n3rd Course: 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with Duck Breast\, Asian Greens\, Plum  \n\n\n\n4th Course: 2017 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve with Grilled Lamb\, Watercress\, Potato\, Cipollini Onion \n\n\n\n5th Course: 2018 Napa Valley Zinfandel with Dulce de Leche\, Burnt Blueberry\, Milk Chocolate\, Tuile 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/signature-wine-dinner-with-frank-family-vineyards/
LOCATION:Russo Italian Restaurant\, 65 Water Street\, Worcester\, Massachusetts\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mass Food and Wine
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SUMMARY:Sunset Wine Tasting at Polar Park
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to invite you to our first Sunset Wine Tasting at Polar Park on Saturday\, June 3rd! VIP Sunset Wine Tasting & Dinner ticket includes a preview of the tasting along with a seated 5-course dinner organized by the region’s most celebrating chefs. Not looking for a seated experience? The Sunset Wine Tasting Ticket will give you access to unlimited tastes of some of the world’s most exciting wines. Each ticket includes one small bites pairing\, additional food tickets are available for purchase for the walk around tasting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Sunset Wine Tasting & Dinner Ticket\n\n\n\nDINNER TICKET SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe evening will begin for VIP Sunset Wine Tasting & Dinner Ticket holders a 6:00pm where they can enjoy a luxury experience of tasting wines from all over the world in a walk-around style tasting overlooking the Polar Park and Worcester’s skyline at twilight. At 7:00pm\, VIP Sunset Wine Tasting & Dinner Ticket holders will be escorted to the field for a white table cloth experience featuring a five course wine dinner with meals prepared by invited guest chefs with wines selected by Lock 50 Sommelier\, Patrick Suleski. A brief discussion of the food and wine pairing will be presented before each course under the lights. At the conclusion of dinner\, around 8:30pm VIP Dinner Ticket holders are invited back to the wine tasting until last call at 9:30pm. \n\n\n\nCurated Wine Tasting Menu Curated by Guest Chefs\n\n\n\nChef Billy Nemeroff has a long history with Central Massachusetts’ culinary scene\, starting with his time opening Cedar Street in Sturdbidge. Trained at Johnson & Wales\, Chef Nemeroff has been involved in every major restaurant brand that has made its mark in Worcester—from The People’s Kitchen\, Ceres Bistro\, and more. Most recently\, Chef Nemeroff is co-owner of B.T.’s Fried Chicken in Worcester and advises at the newest grocer in the region\, Maker To Main Market\, where they are focused on curated locally sourced products from farmers to makers. Additionally\, Chef Nemeroff has a long standing record of wins and awards from regional organizations and competitions.First Course // Roasted Local Carrots and Arugula Kitchen Garden Farm\, Sunderland MA. Carrot Greens Pistou\, Birchtree Bread Company Olive and Herb Bread Crouton\, Tahini and Local Honey Vinaigrette\, Sumac OnionCaves Ilopart Corpinnat Brut Reserva NV // A Spanish sparkling wine made the same way as Champagne\, with tight yield controls and mandatory organic viticulture\, these classic bubbles will cheerfully open the meal without overpowering the subtleties of the local vegetables\, while its ‘autolytic’ flavors of rising dough and baking bread will complement the sweet-and-savory dressing.Brian Treitman\, owner of B.T.’s Smokehouse in Sturbridge and co-owner of B.T.’s Fried Chicken in Worcester\, comes from an accomplished background including working in restaurants from across the country. Having opened his wildly popular BBQ business—first out of a trailer in Brimfield before finding a permanent home in Sturbridge in 2007—Treitman has earned a reputation (like #1 BBQ Joint in New England and #20 in the US) and many awards (including several Worcester’s Best Chef awards) for his dishes. In addition to the two storefronts\, you can find BT’s name splashed around Polar Park as the smells from the smoker permeate the air during a Worcester Red Sox game.Second Course // Smoked olive oil poached mackerel with rhubarb\, fennel and strawberry gastric.2021 Albert Bichot Chablis // Lean and energetic\, with just a hint of flinty smoke\, this medium-bodied white Burgundy has plenty of acidity to refresh the palate from the richness of the oil poach\, hints of lemon curd and pineapple to complement the sweetness of the strawberry and tang of the rhubarb\, and plenty of minerality on the palate to absorb any lingering fishy flavors from the dish.Chef Rick Araujo has been cooking in and around Central Massachusetts for the last 25 years.  With education and training at both the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park NY as well as Johnson & Wales Providence\, Chef Rick brings an elevated comfort food approach to his cooking. As one of the usual suspects at the podium during local cooking competitions\,  Chef was recently featured on the Food Network show ” Guys Grocery Games” where he brought a first place trophy back to Worcester.Third Course // Chicken Liver Mousse with salad of tender herbs\, ver jus\, Lavash crisp and pickled ramps2022 Planeta Rosato // This Nero d’Avola-driven rosé has plenty of lush texture and physical weight to stand up to the richness of chicken liver mousse\, zesty acid to refresh the palate\, and hints of red fruit to complement the verjus; rosato is also a traditional pairing for liver mousse in its native Sicily.Chef Tim Russo\, a Worcester native\, is currently the Executive Chef at Russo Italian Restaurant and Lock 50—both located in the Canal District. A graduate of Johnson & Wales’ Culinary Arts school\, Chef Russo began his career at both Volturno and The Armsby Abbey after returning to Central Massachusetts after working at several restaurants in Providence\, RI and the island of Nantucket. Recognized for his talents and skill\, Chef Russo placed first in Worcester Best Chef’s Judge’s Choice\, second place People’s Choice\, and was named Worcester’s overall Best Chef within the same year.Fourth Course // Moroccan Harissa Roasted Lamb\, apricot & herb couscous salad\, chermoula2019 Catena “La Consulta” Malbec //This muscular\, high-elevation Malbec shows plenty of black and blue fruit\, firm structure\, and the physical weight necessary to complement the lamb\, but its subtle layers of herb and spice tones will help bring out the complexities of the dish’s spice blend\, and are a natural match with chermoula – a cousin of Argentina’s favorite condiment\, chimichurriExecutive Chef Tom Whalen of Professional Sports Catering came to Worcester after serving as Premium Chef for both the The Chesapeake Arena and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Recognized for his skill and talent\, Chef Whalen has executed high-profile events in the Sports and Entertainment world including the Kentucky Derby\, Indianapolis 500\, NASCAR\, Professional Tennis\, College Football\, and nearly a decade in the Minor League Baseball industry.Fifth Course // Crema CatalanaPedro Ximenez Sherry // A luscious sweetness and rich\, mouth-coating texture to match this indulgent dessert\, while its toffeed\, nutty flavors complement the caramelized crust of Crema Catalan and hints of lemon curd and apricot highlight the dish’s refreshing\, citrusy component.Patrick Suleski\, began his wine studies at the culinary school\, Apicius\, in Florance\, Italy where he was certified from the Wine Scholars Guild with both the prestigious Spanish Wine Scholar designation and Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Having joined Lock 50 as their Sommelier after a career in education and retail\, Patrick’s knowledge of wine and experience with food set the stages to master wine pairings with even the most complex dishes. The founder of Worcester Sommelier Society\, Patrick continues to elevate the standards of wine knowledge\, sales\, and service in Central Massachusetts.\n\n\n\nDINNER TICKET SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunset Wine Tasting Ticket\n\n\n\nTASTING TICKET SOLD OUT \n\n\n\nSunset Wine Tasting Ticket holders will be granted admission beginning at 7:00pm to enjoy the walk-around wine tasting on the concourse level. In addition to a selection of wines to enjoy\, there will be four food stations selling different pairings to be enjoyed with the wines… an oyster shucking station\, chicken and steak kabob station\, a Caprese salad station\, and a chocolate mousse station. Sunset Wine Tasting Ticket holders will enjoy one complimentary food option with the ability to purchase tickets for additional foods. \n\n\n\nA very limited number of tickets will be made available for both the Sunset Wine Tasting and the VIP Sunset Wine Tasting & Dinner. As with all Worcester Wine Festival events\, our goal is to elevate a curated wine experience for those looking to further their understanding\, regardless their level. \n\n\n\nLearn more about other events at Polar Park.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/worcester-wine-festivals-sunset-wine-tasting-at-polar-park/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 122 Madison Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worcester Wine Festival's Grand Tasting 2022
DESCRIPTION:Worcester Wine Festival’s Grand Tasting will be celebrated on Saturday\, August 27th on the field of Polar Park. Join thousands of food and wine enthusiasts and enjoy over quality wines from an incredible representation of vineyards\, wineries\, distributors\, and more! This year\, we’ll be offering a limited number of VIP ticketed admissions as well as General Admission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Admission\n\n\n\nFrom 12pm-1:30pm VIPs are invited to taste wines from around the world on the field at Polar Park (sorry\, heels are not permitted). At 1:30pm\, VIPs will be ushered upstairs into the DCU Club where they will be seated for a curated pairing menu with some exclusive wines not always accessible to the general public. Upon the completion of the pairing. VIPs are welcome to return to the field until last call at 3:45pm. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission\n\n\n\nThe general admission ticket welcomes guests onto the field of Polar Park at 1:30pm (sorry\, heels are not permitted). The Grand Tasting will last until 3:45pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place rain or shine. In the situation of extreme heat or rain\, the tasting will be held under the cover of the concourse instead of the grass. Water stations will be available\, and the concession stands will be selling wine-friendly food. Tickets are handled directly through Polar Park. This event is for 21+ (designated drivers included) and valid ID must be presented during admission. Want to see what to expect? See photos from last year’s event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSample wines from various wineries\, including\, but not limited to: Cape Classics\, Winebow Heritage\, Creamer Imports\, Gautreau Family Estate Wines\, 90+ Cellars\, The Sangria Lady\, Hardwick Vineyard & Winery\, Ohza Mimosas & Fizzy Sangria by Joe Jonas\, Classic Wine Imports\, Constellation Brands\, Ancient Peaks Winery\, Delicato Family Wines\, Biagio Cru Wine & Spirits\, Vaillancourt Christmas Wine\, Kobrand Fine Wine\, Bonterra Organic Estates\, Imagery & Tribute Wineries\, Life VIne\, Merican Mule\, Taub Family Selections\, Spindrift Beverage Co\, VINTUS\, La Crema\, and more! \n\n\n\nFeaturing\n\n\n[sp_wpcarousel id=”32337″]
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/worcester-wine-festivals-grand-tasting-2022/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 122 Madison Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worcester Wine Festival's Signature Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:To kick off Mass Food & Wine’s Worcester Wine Festival\, leading into the Grand Tasting\, we’re pleased to be offering this year’s Signature Wine Dinner as we pair the culinary talent of Lock 50’s Chef Tim Russo with the extraordinary complexity from Ancient Peaks Winery. The wines\, paired by Sommelier Patrick Suleski\, will be part of this 5-course meal that celebrate the marriage and Food & Wine. \n\n\n\n1st Course\n\n\n\nAncient Peaks Winery Sauvignon BlancSticky Rice | Shrimp | Nectarine Curry | Thai Basil \n\n\n\n2nd Course\n\n\n\nAncient Peaks Winery ChardonnayLobster Quesadilla | Pineapple Salsa | Chihuahua Cheese | New Mexico Chilies | Corn Tortilla | Butter \n\n\n\n3rd Course\n\n\n\nAncient Peaks Winery ZinGrilled Rabbit Leg | Blackberry Balsamic | Escarole | Grilled Portobello \n\n\n\n4th Course\n\n\n\nAncient Peaks Winery CabWagyu Braciole | Sundried Tomato pesto | Basil | Roasted Red & Cherry Pepper Relish \n\n\n\n5th Course\n\n\n\nAncient Peaks Winery RenegadeBlueberry Orange Tart | Mexican Chocolate Crust | Ganache
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/2022-worcester-wine-festivals-signature-wine-dinner/
LOCATION:Lock50\, 50 Water Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
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SUMMARY:2022 Bubbles & Rosé Tasting
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT VIP Admission: 2pm – 5pm SOLD OUTExplore the tasting floor from 2pm – 3pm as wineries put forward their best sparkling wines and rosés to help usher in the summer season. After an hour of tasting\, join Patrick Suleski\, the sommelier and Beverage Director at Lock 50\, as he explains the differences with sparkling wine as you experience how Prosecco\, cava\, and Champagne taste alongside oysters\, shrimp\, fried chicken\, caviar\, and chocolate. This sit down educational session will be on the warning track directly on the field! After\, you’ll be encouraged to taste more wines from the tasting floor. General Tasting: 3pm – 5pmThe General Admission ticket will grant you access to the tasting floor from 3pm – 5pm where you can explore all of the bubbles and rosés available. Food will be available for purchase from Polar Park concession stands. VIP Sit down Pairing begins at 3pm\, the same time General Admission starts the tasting.\n\n\n\nJoin us on June 11th for our first Bubbles & Rosé Tasting. We’ll be offering a limited VIP Session Ticket (2pm – 5pm\, sold out) where 100 VIPs will be able to explore the tasting floor as wineries put forward their best sparkling wines and rosés to help usher in the summer season. After an hour of tasting\, join Patrick Suleski\, the sommelier and Beverage Director at Lock 50\, as he explains the differences with sparkling wine as you experience how Prosecco\, cava\, and Champagne taste alongside oysters\, shrimp\, fried chicken\, caviar\, and chocolate. This sit down educational session will be on the warning track directly on the field! \n\n\n\nThe General Admission ticket (3pm – 5pm) will grant you access to the tasting floor where you can explore all of the bubbles and rosés available. Food will be available for purchase from Polar Park concession stands. \n\n\n\nWhat says “celebration” more than sabering your own sparkling wine? When Napoleon’s armies found success across Europe\, his Hussar cavalry would slice the tops off of bottles of Champagne with their sabers to kick off their victory celebrations – it’s even said that the widow Clicquot\, of Veuve Clicquot fame\, inspired the practice by giving complimentary bottles to aristocratic officers as they rode past her vineyards\, and who would promptly slice them open in an attempt to impress the wealthy\, young heiress. In the years since\, sabrage has become the most eye-catching way to open a bottle of bubbly – and we’re going to show you how! 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Buisse (Gamay/Pineau d‚ÄôAunis/Cabernet Franc\, 2021) – Loire\, FRLe Roi de Peirre (Sancerre Rose\, 2021) – Sancerre\, FRBoschendal Brut (Chardonnay/Pinot Noir) – Western Cape\, SABoschendal Brut Rose (Chardonnay/Pinot Noir/Pinotage) – Wester Cape\, SAMerlot/Shiraz/Pinotage (Western Cape\, SA\, Beach House) – 2021Merlot/Shiraz/Pinotage (Western Cape\, SA\, Beach House)  (Pinotage\, 2021) – Western Cape\, SAJam Jar (Sweet Blush)Classic Wine ImportsVilla Wolf (Rose of Pinot Noir\, 2021) – GermanyFerrari Carano (Rose of Sangiovese\, 2021) – Alexander ValleyPierre Sparr (Cremant d’Alsace  Pinot Noir) – Alsace. FranceM de MInuty (Grenach\, Syrah\, Mouvedre\, 2019) – Provence\, FranceAlexander Valley Vineyards (Rose of Sangiovese\, 2021) – Alexander ValleyQuadrumm (Tempranillo and Garnacha\, 2020) – La  Mancha\, SpainHorizon BeverageLVE (Grenache\, 2021) – LanguedocLVE Sparkling Rose (Grenache) – LanguedocJCB 69 Sparkling Rose (Pinot Noir) – BurgundyJCB 21 Brut (Chardonnay) – BurgundyProvence Rose GroupChateau de Berne 2021 Romance  – ProvenceChateau de Berne 2021 Inspiration  – ProvenceUltimate Provence 2021  – ProvenceBiagio CruRose all Day (Grenache\, 2021) – Southern FranceRose all Day Prosecco Rose (2020)Rose all Day Spritz Grapefruit (2021)  – Southern FranceKobrand Fine WineMaison St AIX Rose (2021) –  Provence\, FranceMaison Louis Jadot Rose (2021) – Burgundy\, FranceBouvet Cremant Rose Sparkling – Loire\, FranceDomaine Carneros Sparkling (2018) – Carneros\, CATaittinger Brut La Francaise Champagne – ChampagneGilbert Distributors Chateau des Annibals (Grenache / Syrah / Cinsault / Ugni Blanc\, 2021) – Provence\, FranceElicio (Grenache / Syrah\, 2021) – Rhone Valley\, FranceGrape Abduction Rose (2021) – Ptuj\, SloveniaBodega Latue\, Freak of Nature Rose (2021) – La Mancha\, SpainHogshead Wine Co.Sorelle Bronca (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Brut) – VenetoMaitre de Chai (Sparkling Chenin Blanc) – ClarksburgDiebolt Vallois (Champagne Brut Prestige) – ChampagneGaneta (Txakolina Rose\, 2020) – Basque CountryLieu Dit (Rosé\, 2021) – Santa Barbara CountyTaub Family SelectionsBertani Bertarose 2021Cote Mas Cremant Brut RoseCote Mas Rose 2021Jean Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rose 2021Valdo Floral ProseccoMS WalkerRaventos (Blanc de Blanc Brut\, 2019) – Penedés\, SpainJeio by Bisol (Prosecco Superiore DOCG) – Veneto\, ItalyGerard Bertrand (Cotes de Roses Rosé\, 2021) – Languedoc\, FranceLa Spinetta (Il Rosè di Casanova\, 2021) – Toscana\, ItalyWölffer Estate (Finca Wölffer Rosé\, 2021) – Mendoza\, Argentina
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/2022-bubbles-rose-tasting/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 122 Madison Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:2022 Spring Wine Soirée
DESCRIPTION:The best way to enjoy the change of seasons\, is an event that is both intimate and educational celebrating high quality wines for the discerning palate: the first Spring Wine Soirée! This event is designed to introduce several hundred wines that are above-and-beyond in a walk-around event geared to those who are serious about wine. The event will start with a very limited number of VIP attendees to freely enjoy the wines on display at Polar Park’s DCU Club (from 2pm – 3pm) before being ushered into a private Blind Tasting with sommelier\, and wine director of Austin Liquors\, Patrick Suleski and Master of Wine\, Mollie Battenhouse. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a curated selection from: 3 Badge Enology\, Sebastiani\, Pali Wine Company\, Aidil Wine & Spirits\, M Touton Selections\, Saudade Imports\, Crave Mead\, Sail to Trail WineWorks\, Rutherford Wine Company\, Hardwick Vineyard and Winery\, Hess Persson Estates\, Highland Wine Company\, The Sangria Lady\, 90+ Cellars\, CREAMER IMPORTS\, and more! \n\n\n\nSOLD OUT General Admission ($75): Includes access to the tasting from 3 pm – 6 pm\, a stemmed wine glass\, and a seasonal cheese and vegetable plate. \n\n\n\nSOLD OUT VIP Experience ($125)—Session 1:  Includes exclusive access to the tasting from 2 pm – 3 pm\, a gift bag\, blind tasting at 3pm with sommelier and wine director of Austin Liquors\, Patrick Suleski\, and Master of Wine\, Mollie Battenhouse\, access to the general tasting from 3 pm – 6 pm\, a crystal Riedel wine glass\, and a charcuterie pretzel. \n\n\n\nSOLD OUT VIP Experience ($125)—Session 2:  Includes exclusive access to the tasting from 2 pm – 3 pm\, a gift bag\, blind tasting at 4pm with sommelier and wine director of Austin Liquors\, Patrick Suleski\, and Master of Wine\, Mollie Battenhouse\, access to the general tasting from 3 pm – 6 pm\, a crystal Riedel wine glass\, and a charcuterie pretzel. 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Included\n\n\n\nWinebow Imports – HeritageZardetto – Prosecco Brut DOC (Veneto\, Italy ) Zardetto – Prosecco Rose Extra Dry DOC (Veneto\, Italy ) Bodegas Borsao – Tres Picos Garnacha (Campo de Borja\, Spain 2019) Bodegas Borsao – Cabriola (Campo de Borja\, Spain 2017) Winebow Imports PioneerVilla Maria – Earth Garden Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough\, New Zealand 2020) Villa Maria – Private Bin Pinot Noir (Marlborough\, New Zealand 2018) Yalumba – Samuel’s Collection Viognier (Eden Valley\, South Australia 2017) Yalumba – Samuel’s Collection Bush Vine Grenache (Barossa\, South Australia 2019) Ringbolt – Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River\, Western Australia 2020) Rutherford Wine CompanyRutherford Ranch – Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley 2018) Rutherford Ranch – Chardonnay (Napa Valley 2018) Predator – Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi\, CA 2019) Rhiannon – Red Blend (CA 2019) Four Virtues Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon – Bourbon Barrel Aged (Lodi\, CA 2018) Highland Wine CompanyPoderi Roset  – Barolo Poderi Roset  – Barbera Villa a Sesta – Chianti Classico Cagiolo MontepulcianoMeeker Hand Print  – Merlot Pali Wine CompanyPali Wine Company – Chardonnay (Sonoma 2017) Pali Wine Company – Pinot Noir (Sonoma 2019) Pali Wine Company – Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara 2019) Pali Wine Co – Pinot Noir (Sta Rita Hills 2017) 3 Badge Enology\, SebastianiGehricke – Chardonnay (Russian River 2019) Gehricke – Zinfandel (Russian River 2019) Gehricke – Cabernet (Knights Valley 2019) Gehricke – Petit Sirah (Sonoma Valley 2019) Cedar+Salmon – Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley 2018) Cedar+Salmon – Red Blend (Walla Walla 2018) Guinigi – Prosecco DOC (Treviso ) Guinigi – Prosecco Rose DOC (Treviso 2020) Imagery Estate WineryImagery Winery – Chardonnay (California 2020) Imagery Winery – Sauvignon Blanc (California 2020) Imagery Winery – Cabernet (California 2019) Imagery Winery – Pinot Noir (California 2020) Constellation BrandsSimi – Russian River Valley Chardonnay (Russian River Valley 2019) Saldo – Zinfandel (California 2019) Saldo – Red Blend (California 2019) Meiomi – Red Blend (California ) Ruffino – 80% Sangiovese\, 20% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (Chianti Classico  2018) Horizon Signature DivisionStoller – Chardonnay (Dundee Hills 2020) Stoller – Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley 2019) Banfi San Angelo – Pinot Grigio (Montalcino 2020) El Jardin Emperatriz – Tempranillo\, Garnacha (Rioja 2017) Canard Throwback – Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley 2017) 90+ CellarsIron Side Cellars  – Reserve Chardonnay (California 2020) Magic Door  – Champagne (France ) 90+ Cellars Lot 75  – Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley CA 2020) Tarapaca Gran – Reserva Organic Red Blend (Chile 2019) M Touton SelectionsCh De Ribebon – Cabernet and Merlot (Bordeaux 2018) Chateau Larose Trintaudon – Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (Bordeaux 2016) MiMi Rose – Grenache Syrah and Cinsault (Provence 2020) Domaine Bila-Haut Blanc – Grenache Blanc (Roussillion 2018) Dave Phinney CollectionOrin Swift – 8 Years in the Desert (California 2020) Orin Swift – Abstract (California 2020) Locations – CA Red Blend (California ) Locations – NZ Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand ) Locations – F Rose (France )  Hess Persson EstatesHess Collection – Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley 2019) Hess Collection – Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley 2018) Lions Head Collection – Panthera Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast 2019) Lions Head Collection – Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley 2017) Hess Collection – Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder\, Napa Valley 2018) Michael David WineryMichael David – Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David – Earthquake Zinfandel (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David Winery – Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David – Petite Petit Sirah (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David Winery – 6th Sense Syrah (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David Winery – Inkblot Cabernet Franc (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David Winery – Inkblot Petite Sirah (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David Winery – Lodi Zinfandel (Lodi\, CA 2019) Michael David – Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi\, CA 2019)  The Sangria LadyHazlitts Vineyard – Valvin Muscat (The Finger Lakes ) Hazlitts Vineyard – Red Hybrid Grape (The Finger Lakes ) CREAMER IMPORTSLa caravedo – Torontel?quebranta (Ica\, Peru 2017) Saudade Imports\, LLCQuinta d’Amares – Alvarinho (Vinho Verde 2020) Herdade dos Templ√°rios – Touriga Nacional (Tejo 2018) Herdade dos Templ√°rios – Touriga Nacional\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, Syrah (Tejo 2016) Quinta da Devesa – Touriga Nacional\, Tinta Roriz\, Touriga Franca\, Tinta Barroca (Douro 2013)  Crave MeadCrave Mead/Dry Mead – Knotweed Honey (MA 2021) Crave Mead/Apple Cobbler Mead – Knotweed Honey (MA 2021) Crave Mead/Barrel Aged Mead – Knotweed Honey (MA 2021) Crave Mead/Creme Brulee Mead – Knotweed Honey (MA 2021) Crave Mead/Blackcurrant Mead – Knotweed Honey (MA 2021)  Hardwick Vineyard and WineryHardwick Vineyard & Winery  – Quabbin Native (Northeast) Hardwick Vineyard & Winery  – Chocolate Raspberry (Northeast) Hardwick Vineyard & Winery  – Harvest Maple (Northeast) Hardwick Vineyard & Winery  – Baystate Blueberry (Northeast) Hardwick Vineyard & Winery  – Massetts Cranberry (Northeast)  Aidil Wine & SpiritsAdegamae/Dory Reserve Red – Touriga Nacional\, Touriga Franca\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, Petite Verdot (Lisbon 2016) Joao Portugal Ramos/Marques de Borba – Alicante Bouschet\, Aragones\, Trincadeira\, Touriga Nacional Petite Verdot\, Merlot (Alentejo 2019) Anselmo Mendes/Magma – Verdelho (Acores/Terceira Island 2019) Esporao/Reserve Red – Alicante Bouschet\, Touriga Nacional\, Aragonez\, Syrah\, Trincadeira\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, Touriga Franca (Alentejo 2018) Quinta das Murcas/Minas – Touriga Nacional\, Touriga Franca\, Tinta Francisca\, Tinta Roriz\, Tinta Cao (Douro 2018) Elevation Wine Co.J. Hofstatter – Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige\, Italy 2020) J. Hofstatter – Lagrein (Alto Adige\, Italy 2019) Giovanni Rosso – Etna Bianco (Sicily\, Italy 2019) Giovanni Rosso – Etna Rosso (Sicily\, Italy 2016) Tenuta di Arceno – Riserva DOCG (Chianti Classico\, Italy 2017) Classic Wine ImportsChalk Hill Winery – Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast 2019) Banshee Modecai – Red Blend (Sonoma county 2019) Acrobat Winery – Pinot Noir (Oregon 2019) Roth Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley 2019) 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/2022-spring-wine-soiree/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 122 Madison Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20210315T164042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T124220Z
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SUMMARY:2021 Worcester Wine Festival Grand Tasting
DESCRIPTION:What To Expect\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVIP Admission (SOLD OUT)Presented by Horizon Beverages\n\n\n\nAt noon\, 150 VIP guests will be welcomed into Polar Park and invited onto the field (weather permitting) to walk the warning track to try hundreds of wines from around the world. For one hour they will be able to work their way through their palate before being invited into the DCU Club overlooking the ball park. At this time\, they will be seated for a curated pairing menu with some exclusive wines not always accessible to consumers. Upon the completion of the dinner\, guests are welcome to return to the field until last call at 3:30pm. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission\n\n\n\nThe general admission ticket allows guests into Polar Park at 1:00pm. At this time\, they are welcomed onto the outfield grass (heels not recommended) and warning track to taste hundreds of wines from around the world. The Grand Tasting will last until 3:30pm and will also include access to food vendors to help cleanse the palate between wines. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place rain or shine. In the situation of extreme heat or rain\, the tasting will be held under the cover of the concourse instead of the grass. Water stations and paid food services will be available throughout the event. This event is for 21+ (designated drivers included) and valid ID must be presented during admission. \n\n\n\nSince its inception in 2017\, the Worcester Wine Festival has brought together thousands of food and wine enthusiasts to New England’s second largest city to celebrate wine. Consumers\, both casual and professionals\, have been able to enjoy over 600 quality wines during the tasting and because of the incredible representation of vineyards\, wineries\, distributors\, and more\, with the re-opening of the commonwealth\, we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate wine at Polar Park in Worcester on Saturday\, August 28th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy over 500 quality wines\, right on the field of Polar Park!\n\n\n\nPast Worcester Wine Festival Grand Tastings
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/worcester-wine-festival-grand-tasting-2021/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 122 Madison Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mass Food and Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20191218T200855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T200149Z
UID:30970-1593259200-1593273600@theworcesterguardian.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Worcester History *** Postponed ***
DESCRIPTION:Because of concerns of the COVID-19\, and out of an abundance of caution\, this event has been further postponed until we receive guidance from the state. The event will happen in 2020\, and all ticket holders will be admitted with the originally issued tickets. Once we have the finalized date\, we will announce it here! \nA Taste of Worcester History is created to pay homage to Worcester’s past restaurants and chefs through an interactive festival-style tasting with today’s chefs interpreting dishes of Worcester’s cultures hosted at the Worcester Historical Museum. Six chefs\, known for their extraordinary culinary skills\, will be highlighting a dish based on Worcester’s cultural heritage. Chef Tim Russo of Lock 50/Russo will focus on Syrian; Mark Hawley of Worcester Restaurant Group on Italian; Robert Fecteau\, executive chef\, baker and co-owner of BirchTree Bread Company will present Polish; Director of Operations Chef Bill Nemeroff of BT’s Smokehouse on Jewish; Executive Chef Chris Smigel of MGM Springfield preparing American; and Chef Jared Forman of deadhorse hill will prepare a dish inspired by the French immigrants. Each food tasted will be paired with a tasting of wine. \nThe tasting will conclude with a special award presentation of the first Mass Food & Wine Lifetime Achievement Award. The award\, created to recognize a prominent figure or restaurant in the Commonwealth’s food history\, will be presented to Naphie Samara on behalf of Worcester’s most iconic restaurant\, the El Morocco. Naphie is one of the Aboody’s nine children and an integral part of the restaurant’s growth from its opening in 1943\, its expansion in 1977\, through its sale in the early 1990s. As the last surviving member of the Aboody family\, it’s with great honor to be able to recognize the El Morocco\, for being such an important part of Worcester’s cultural\, and culinary\, history\, through her lifetime of work. \nA portion of ticket sales will directly benefit the Worcester Historical Museum. \nPlease note that this is not a seated dinner with timed courses\, but instead a walk-about event for each chef and pairing. Tickets will not be sold at the door. \nFine Print: Last call 30-minutes prior to end of the event. No re-admission. Must bring printed or digital ticket for entry. Tickets are non-transferable and not refundable. 21+ event\, with valid ID required for admission.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/a-taste-of-worcester-history/
LOCATION:Worcester Historical Museum\, 30 Elm Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mass Food and Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20191104T224024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T163227Z
UID:30878-1575482400-1575496800@theworcesterguardian.org
SUMMARY:Santa's Sleigh: Worcester's Restaurant Trolley Tour #2 2019
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes\, we all need a little holiday spirit as we enter into the Christmas season. Join Mass Foodies on Wednesday\, December 4th as we board Santa’s Sleigh\, a festive snow-white trolley\, to explore some of Worcester’s best-decorated restaurants! Not unlike Santa’s journey from house to house delivery presents\, the Mass Foodies Christmas Tour will travel from restaurant to restaurant to enjoy food\, drink\, and merriment! Looking to really enjoy the evening? Thanks to our friends at the AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester\, they will be validating parking and offering a discounted room rate for the evening ($139 — call Robin by 11/22 to book at 774-420-7555 x 153)! \n\nAC Hotel by Marriott Worcester — Registration begins at 6:00pm with cash bar before loading onto Santa’s Sleigh promptly at 6:30pm.\nGreater Good Brewing — After enjoying a festival libation on board\, we’ll start at Greater Good’s TOAST Kitchen paired with a special brew from Greater Good’s tap room.\nRusso Italian Restaurant — In the Canal District\, we will be taking over the wine room at Russo with some Christmas cheer as we enjoy Italian food and a glass of wine from Worcester’s newest Italian restaurant.\nStill & Stir  — Celebrate the re-opening of Niche Hospitality’s Still & Stir with a palate cleansing gourmet cheese board and vegetable hummus platter while enjoying their Christmas pop-up\, Miracle. (Cash bar available)\n110 Grill  — A quick ride downtown\, we’ll stop into 110 Grill for more food and cash bar before we say good-night and write letters to Santa. \nAC Hotel by Marriott Worcester  —  A quick walk from 110 Grill\, we’ll conclude the evening with a small bite and hot cocao-styled drink in the AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester’s lounge before going to bed wondering if Santa will receive our letters in time for Christmas. \n\nThe fine print: this event is strictly limited to 35 participants and sold in a first-come\, first served basis. As with all Mass Foodies events\, all sales are final—refunds and exchanges will not be available unless the event is fully canceled. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments cannot be made. Attendees must be 21+ with proper identification. Each stop will enjoy cash bar in addition to scheduled food and drink.  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/santas-sleigh-worcesters-restaurant-trolley-tour-2-2019/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20191031T172107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T160337Z
UID:30438-1575396000-1575410400@theworcesterguardian.org
SUMMARY:Santa's Sleigh: Worcester's Restaurant Trolley Tour 2019
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, this trolley is sold out. Please consider tickets for the Wednesday\, December 4th trolley. \nSometimes\, we all need a little holiday spirit as we enter into the Christmas season. Join Mass Foodies on Tuesday\, December 3rd as we board Santa’s Sleigh\, a festive snow-white trolley\, to explore some of Worcester’s best-decorated restaurants! Not unlike Santa’s journey from house to house delivery presents\, the Mass Foodies Christmas Tour will travel from restaurant to restaurant to enjoy food\, drink\, and merriment! Looking to really enjoy the evening? Thanks to our friends at the AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester\, they will be validating parking and offering a discounted room rate for the evening ($139 — call Robin by 11/22 to book at 774-420-7555 x 153)! \n\nAC Hotel by Marriott Worcester — Registration begins at 6:00pm with cash bar before loading onto Santa’s Sleigh promptly at 6:30pm.\nGreater Good Brewing — After enjoying a festival libation on board\, we’ll start at Greater Good’s TOAST Kitchen paired with a special brew from Greater Good’s tap room.\nRusso Italian Restaurant — In the Canal District\, we will be taking over the wine room at Russo with some Christmas cheer as we enjoy Italian food and a glass of wine from Worcester’s newest Italian restaurant.\nStill & Stir  — Celebrate the re-opening of Niche Hospitality’s Still & Stir with a palate cleansing gourmet cheese board and vegetable hummus platter while enjoying their Christmas pop-up\, Miracle. (Cash bar available)\n110 Grill  — A quick ride downtown\, we’ll stop into 110 Grill for more food and cash bar before we say good-night and write letters to Santa. \nAC Hotel by Marriott Worcester  —  A quick walk from 110 Grill\, we’ll conclude the evening with a small bite and hot cocao-styled drink in the AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester’s lounge before going to bed wondering if Santa will receive our letters in time for Christmas. \n\nThe fine print: this event is strictly limited to 35 participants and sold in a first-come\, first served basis. As with all Mass Foodies events\, all sales are final—refunds and exchanges will not be available unless the event is fully canceled. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments cannot be made. Attendees must be 21+ with proper identification. Each stop will enjoy cash bar in addition to scheduled food and drink.  \n \n  \nSorry\, this trolley is sold out. Please consider tickets for the Wednesday\, December 4th trolley. \n 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/santas-sleigh-worcesters-restaurant-trolley-tour-2019/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191117
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190830T171159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T171159Z
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SUMMARY:Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show
DESCRIPTION:Promoted Event: Click for tickets. \nCelebrate the season with a traditional German Christmas Market in the quintessential New England town of Sutton!\nAs Vaillancourt Folk Art celebrates 35 years of traditions\, we’re pleased to present our first retail show that will feature the industries most respected and detailed artists. When Vaillancourt Folk Art first began their business\, it was through exhibiting at Artisan shows around the country. This Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Showis a tip of the hat to our formidable years\, while being able to offer some of the highest quality American Artists within a space decorated to resemble the German Christmas markets. While the Vaillancourt Retail Gallery will import exceptionally high quality German products\, the main event is the Mass Live sponsored Artisan Retail Stalls\,built to house some of America’s finest craftspeople. \nIn addition to the Mass Live sponsored Artisan Retail Stalls\, Vaillancourt’s production studio will be transformed to an intimate indoor marketplace with The Queen’s Cupsselling gingerbread and Christmas cookies and sponsored vendors showing their Christmas spirit. Outdoors\, under an open sided tent\, the Food & Beverage Pavilion will be decorated with live Christmas trees while the smells of Stillman Quality Meats‘ German Sausages mingles through the air with traditional German pastries—Apfelstrudel\, Peffernuesse\, Baumkuchen\, Spekulatius\, Hazelnut Corners\, and Schupfnudeln—sold by Fraulein’s Bakery. In addition to food available for sale\, there will be a selection of fine Christmas beers\, the 2019 limited edition Vaillancourt Christmas Wine\, and a German imported glühwein for sale—limited quantities of the glühwein collector’s mug will be available to Friday’s VIP admission! \nPromoted Event: Click for tickets.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/vaillancourt-christkindlesmarkt-artisan-show/
LOCATION:Vaillancourt Folk Art\, 9 Main Street\, Sutton\, MA\, 01590\, United States
CATEGORIES:promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190917T125657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T160906Z
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SUMMARY:Second Willy Wonka Experience: Hebert Candy Mansion 2019
DESCRIPTION:Couldn’t get tickets for Tuesday’s event? We’ve added a second dinner on Wednesday\, October 2nd at 6:00pm as we enter the wonky mind of Willy during a themed dinner prepared by Chef Alina Eisenhauer at the region’s most recognized chocolate factory\, Hebert Candy Mansion in Shrewsbury\, MA. The Candy Mansion will be transformed into a dining destination from start to finish. The evening will begin with a Fizzy Lifting Cocktail and sweet Hebert Candy treats. After posing with our own green-haired Willy\, attendees will be ushered into the picturesque stone halls of the Mansion where they will be able to watch Chef Alina Eisenhauer\, prepare and serve three courses that are inspired by the popular Dahl story. \nFor those who are looking to step outside the box for a dinner\, this is your opportunity. Blending the iconology of Hebert Candy Mansion with the culinary expertise of Chef Alina Eisenhauer will usher an experience unlike any other. \nTickets must be purchased online\, and attendees are required to be 21+ with proper identification. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments—such as gluten or casein—cannot be made. Ticket price is inclusive of tax\, gratuity\, and wine pairing. \n  \nOur Partners
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/second-willy-wonka-experience-hebert-candy-mansion-2019/
LOCATION:Hebert Candy Mansion\, 574 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 20)\, Shrewsbury\, MA\, 01545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storybook Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191001T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190910T172241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T160444Z
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SUMMARY:Willy Wonka Experience: Hebert Candy Mansion 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Foodies on Tuesday\, October 1st at 6:00pm as we enter the wonky mind of Willy during a themed dinner prepared by Chef Alina Eisenhauer at the region’s most recognized chocolate factory\, Hebert Candy Mansion in Shrewsbury\, MA. The Candy Mansion will be transformed into a dining destination from start to finish. The evening will begin with a Fizzy Lifting Cocktail and sweet Hebert Candy treats. After posing with our own green-haired Willy\, attendees will be ushered into the picturesque stone halls of the Mansion where they will be able to watch Chef Alina Eisenhauer\, prepare and serve three courses that are inspired by the popular Dahl story. \nFor those who are looking to step outside the box for a dinner\, this is your opportunity. Blending the iconology of Herbert Candy Mansion with the culinary expertise of Chef Alina Eisenhauer will usher an experience unlike any other. \nTickets must be purchased online\, and attendees are required to be 21+ with proper identification. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments—such as gluten or casein—cannot be made. Ticket price is inclusive of tax\, gratuity\, and wine pairing. \n  \nOur Partners
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/willy-wonka-experience-hebert-candy-mansion-2019/
LOCATION:Hebert Candy Mansion\, 574 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 20)\, Shrewsbury\, MA\, 01545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storybook Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190913T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190822T123727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T113155Z
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SUMMARY:Signature Wine Dinner “Takeover” of Lock 50 with Frank Family Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:Promoted Event.  Order Tickets Direct\n\nThe Worcester Wine Festival has teamed up with Frank Family Vineyards to “takeover” Worcester’s Lock 50 restaurant for a formal dinner and wine pairing for 80 guests. Each of the five courses\, created by Executive Chef Tim Russo\, are hand paired with wines from the coveted Frank Family Vineyards. Join Frank Family Vineyards’ Northeast Manager\, Liza Gallia\, along with food and wine connoisseurs from around the region for an exceptional evening.\n1st COURSE \nScallop | Yuzu Vinaigrette | Micro Greens | Pistachio \npaired with Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2017 \n2nd COURSE \nSmoked Duck Breast | Thyme Poached Pear | Currant \npaired with Frank Family Vineyards Pinot Noir 2017 \n3rd COURSE \nBeef Tartare | Harissa | Carrot | Cured Egg Yolk \npaired with Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 \n4th COURSE \nDijon Pork Jowl | Thuringian Sausage | Spätzle | Brandied Raisin \npaired with Frank Family Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 \n5th COURSE \nBurnt Blueberry Crème Caramel | Cocoa Milk Wafer | Spun Sugar \npaired with Frank Family Vineyards Zinfandel 2016 \nPromoted Event.  Order Tickets Direct
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/signature-wine-dinner-takeover-of-lock-50-with-frank-family-vineyards/
LOCATION:Lock50\, 50 Water Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190805T124330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T180940Z
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SUMMARY:Worcester Wine Walk™: Canal District
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk Worcester for wine in a sophisticated crawl-style evening where we take to the Canal District to enjoy four restaurants whose menu’s offer—sometimes in surprising ways—pairing prowess. The evening starts with our first course\, a Spanish wine pairing at Bocado Tapas Wine Bar before the group walks to our second course pairing\, featuring a raw bar medley and shrimp cocktail at Lock 50. Immediately following the second course\, the group will cross the street to enjoy the main course\, a taste of Italy\, with pasta and choice of homemade meatball or sausage paired with an Italian wine from Russo Italian Restaurant. To end the wine pairing experience\, the evening will conclude on a sweet note with 90+ Cellars pairing The Queen’s Cups’ dessert at their Water Street bakery. \nTicket is all-inclusive of tax\, gratuity\, and pairing at each restaurant. A cash bar for additional—or alternative—beverages will also be available at each restaurant’s bar. \n  \nDue to the complexity of the event\, food and wine substitutions cannot be made. All sales are final. The event will happen regardless the weather and is restricted to 21+ adults only. \n 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/worcester-wine-walk-canal-district/
LOCATION:Canal District\, Water Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 016t04\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20220912T125738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T125739Z
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SUMMARY:Worcester Wine Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk Worcester for wine in a sophisticated crawl-style evening where we take to the Canal District to enjoy 4 restaurants known for their food’s pairing prowess. The evening starts with our first course\, a Spanish Wine pairing at Bocado Tapas Wine Bar before the group walks to to our second course pairing at Lock 50. Immediately following the second course\, the group will cross the street to enjoy an Italian course and wine pairing from the newly opened Russo Restaurant. Finally\, the evening will end on a sweet note with Latitude Beverage pulling up their Rosé Truck to The Queen’s Cups where dessert will be served with a pairing to match. \nThe evening is
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/worcester-wine-walk-2/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190702T180727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T143625Z
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SUMMARY:Brew Bus + Bites
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Foodies on July 31st as we celebrate Worcester beer with a Brew Bus + Bites tour!\nGuests will load onto a Luxury Land Yacht at 5:45pm outside of Wormtown Brewery on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester and be whisk away to experience Brews + Bites. As guests register and load onto the Land Yacht their brewery experience will begin with a surprise can from 3cross Fermentation coop—and with an update on the status of their brewery and taproom. In addition to starting the tour with the 3cross beer\, guests will enjoy one of Crust Bakeshop’s large artisan pretzels freshly baked from their Main Street bakery to cleanse the palate for the the experiences to come. \nAs guests unload at the first stop\, Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company\, they will be given a 4oz pour of the award winning\, 8% New England Style IPA\, PULP Daddy\, while enjoying Greater Good’s culinary expertise with a sneak peek at a menu item not always available to guests: seared tuna with pickled ginger and wasabi\, served on a sesame spent grain crackers. Immediately following the brewery tour\, guests will try the contrasting beer styles with a 4oz pour of their 4.3% Session IPA CrushGroove by Soul Purpose which will be paired with their classic grilled cheese plate—made with fontina\, gruyere\, and munster—prepared by Toast Test Kitchen Chef\, Lee Maggio. \nThe second stop is Shrewsbury Street’s Redemption Rock Brewing Company\, which opened in December 2018\, where guests will disembark and enjoy a 16oz pour of a special selection while taking a private tour and having a lively conversation with Dani Babineau and staff! \nThe third stop is the Worcester staple\, Wormtown Brewery\, also on Shrewsbury Street. Once disembarking\, guests will choose a full serving of one of the beers on tap before taking a tour of the brewery and meeting the critical players that have grown the business from a 3-tank brewery in the back of an ice cream shop into a nationally award winning brand. Immediately after the tour\, the group will enjoy a special pop-up with Chef Jay Powell (formerly of Twisted Fork) where Chef Powell will be preparing a German style braised pork shank sliders with a side of Imperial Stout Poutine—both made with Wormtown’s Spies Like Us. Chef Jay will remain on hand to talk about his business\, the dish\, and will have cash option for additional food. \nInterested in learning more? Our Pop It! gals sat down with Redemption Rockstars — Dani Babineau & Greg Carlson in January\, Wormtown’s Katrina Shabo in February\, and in April went on site at Greater Good\, with Beer and Brand Evangelist JT Ethier\, star-tender Katie Mahoney\, and front of house manager Melissa Sherry. \nSorry\, all ticket sales are final. Tickets will be emailed. This is a 21+ event.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/brew-bus-bites/
LOCATION:Wormtown Brewery\, 72 Shrewsbury Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T230000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190625T124428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T124616Z
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SUMMARY:Wines of the Southern Islands — Greek Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Promoted Event! \nMeze Estiatorio will be tasting and pairing an eclectic selection of exclusive wines specifically from the geographical region of the southern islands of Greece. This will be a 4 course dinner paired with Greek wines not yet on their menu. Limited seats available\, you must RSVP directly to hold your ticket for the event. \nOrder Tickets » \nPromoted Event!
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/wines-of-the-southern-islands-greek-wine-dinner/
LOCATION:Meze Estiatorio\, 166 Shrewsbury Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190506T152032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T174209Z
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SUMMARY:Members Only: Ice Cream + Cocktails
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Erb Photography \nMembers Only Event \nSummer is almost here and we can’t wait to celebrate with everyone at Wooberry for a custom ice cream and cocktail pairing! \nAnd to kick off the hottest season of the year\, Mass Foodies is teaming up with the ice cream king of Worcester\, WooBerry Ice Cream\, and with Joy Flanagan from MS Walker (rated Worcester’s best bartender during her tenure at Armsby Abbey). \nThe event\, hosted at Wooberry begins promptly at 6:00 pm with a palette cleansing Prosecco welcome provided by Latitude Beverages and check-in. From there attendees will get hands on with an offering intended to gain an insight about how “craft ice creams” differ from those mass produced at popular chains. In addition to a hands-on program\, guests will enjoy trying three\, exclusive flavored ice creams paired with tastings hand made by Joy Flanagan. \n\nPeloton de la Muerte mezcal\, chili liqueur\, mango\, lime\, agave served with a mango sorbet\nGarnish Island Gin\, Elderflower liqueur\, lemon\, prosecco served with Bilberry ice cream\nA special Turkish coffee style concoction of West Cork whiskey and Allen’s coffee flavored brandy served with Vietnamese Coffee Ice Cream\n\n     \nMembers Only Event
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/ice-cream-cocktails/
LOCATION:WooBerry\, 141 Highland Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pairings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190424T203816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T181806Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Offer: Hatzimichalis Greek Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Mass Foodies readers save 20% with coupon code: MASSFOODIESGR \nGreek Wine Dinner! \nLeonidas Hatzimichalis will be flying in from Greece to host a wine dinner at Meze Estiatorio! They will be pairing four Hatzimichalis wines (not yet on their wine list) with a 4-course\, authentically Greek\, meal. Leonidas will go into detail about the Hatzimichalis Estate\, how they grow and select their grapes\, and how each wine we will be tasting is created. This is an exclusive event and will be limited to 44 tickets. \nMass Foodies readers save 20% with coupon code: MASSFOODIESGR \nBuy Tickets » \n  \n 
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/exclusive-hatzimichalis-greek-wine-dinner/
LOCATION:Meze Estiatorio\, 166 Shrewsbury Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190320T142226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T120059Z
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SUMMARY:Doughnuts + Bubbles: Round 3
DESCRIPTION:After a record sell-out to the first two Doughnuts + Bubbles night\, we’re pleased to be offering a third\, and final\, date to celebrate spring! We take a fun approach to the popular doughnut movement by offering some unique pairings in an interactive event for an intimate group of attendees. The event\, hosted by the newly opened Doughnuts & Draughts begins promptly at 6:00 pm with a palette cleansing Prosecco welcome and check-in. From there attendees will get hands on with an offering intended to gain an insight about how “craft doughnuts” differ from those mass produced at popular chains. In addition to a hands-on program\, guests will enjoy trying carrot cake filled\, peeps\, and pancake flavored doughnuts paired with tastings from Wormtown Brewery and 90+ Cellars. \nAs with other Mass Foodies events\, ticket price is all inclusive of food an paired tastings. Tickets are non-refundable and limited in quantity. Unfortunately\, due to the complexity of the event\, dietary substitutions cannot be made. \nFeaturing
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/doughnuts-bubbles-round-3/
LOCATION:Doughtnuts and Draughts\, 261 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190315T132837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T120052Z
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SUMMARY:Doughnuts + Bubbles: Round 2
DESCRIPTION:After a record sell-out to the initial Doughnuts + Bubbles night\, we’re pleased to be offering a second date to celebrate spring! We take a fun approach to the popular doughnut movement by offering some unique pairings in an interactive event for an intimate group of attendees. The event\, hosted by the newly opened Doughnuts & Draughts begins promptly at 6:00 pm with a palette cleansing Prosecco welcome and check-in. From there attendees will get hands on with an offering intended to gain an insight about how “craft doughnuts” differ from those mass produced at popular chains. In addition to a hands-on program\, guests will enjoy trying carrot cake filled\, peeps\, and pancake flavored doughnuts paired with tastings from Wormtown Brewery and 90+ Cellars. \nAs with other Mass Foodies events\, ticket price is all inclusive of food an paired tastings. Tickets are non-refundable and limited in quantity. Unfortunately\, due to the complexity of the event\, dietary substitutions cannot be made. \nFeaturing
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/doughnuts-bubbles-round-2/
LOCATION:Doughtnuts and Draughts\, 261 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190311T195458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T120258Z
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SUMMARY:Doughnuts + Bubbles
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate spring\, we take a fun approach to the popular doughnut movement by offering some unique pairings in an interactive event for an intimate group of attendees. The event\, hosted by the newly opened Doughnuts & Draughts begins promptly at 6:00 pm with a palette cleansing Prosecco welcome and check-in. From there attendees will get hands on with an offering intended to gain an insight about how “craft doughnuts” differ from those mass produced at popular chains. In addition to a hands-on program\, guests will enjoy trying carrot cake filled\, peeps\, and pancake flavored doughnuts paired with tastings from Wormtown Brewery and 90+ Cellars. \nAs with other Mass Foodies events\, ticket price is all inclusive of food an paired tastings. Tickets are non-refundable and limited in quantity. Unfortunately\, due to the complexity of the event\, dietary substitutions cannot be made. \nFeaturing
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/doughnuts-bubbles/
LOCATION:Doughtnuts and Draughts\, 261 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190308T214933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190308T215252Z
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SUMMARY:Eat. Drink. End ALZ.
DESCRIPTION:Promoted Event. Tickets » \nEat. Drink. End ALZ. brings community and food together while championing the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Food is powerful; it is essential\, it brings us together\, shapes our memories and empowers our communities. Please pull up a chair and join us at this unique inaugural dinner experience as we enjoy a delicious multi-course meal prepared by top chefs from our community. \nAlmost 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s\, the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. The research is still evolving\, but evidence is strong that people can reduce their risk of cognitive decline by making key lifestyle changes—including participating in regular physical activity\, staying socially engaged and eating a healthy balanced diet. \nThe Alzheimer’s Association is the leading nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s and dementia research. Eat. Drink. End ALZ. brings the community together around the table to support the work of the Alzheimer’s Association while enjoying a brain healthy meal. Reserve your spot at the table of this healthy and distinct dining experience today! \nPromoted Event. Tickets »
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/eat-drink-end-alz/
LOCATION:St. Vincent Hospital\, 123 Summer Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190225T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20190118T205208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T171720Z
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SUMMARY:Brian Treitman + Bill Nemeroff: Out Of The Pit Wormtown Beer Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Chef Brian Treitman and Chef Bill Nemeroff stepped outside of the pit of BT’s Smokehouse and joined us for an intimate 30-person dinner at Wormtown Brewery on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester. The evening was meant to show off the technical training and culinary skills that both chefs have earned over the years—before finding themselves at the BBQ smoker. The private dinner started with a cocktail hour with appetizers and a specially chosen Wormtown Beer with a behind-the-scenes peek of the inner-workings of Worcester’s first\, and iconic\, brewery. The sit-down meal featured four courses that highlighted the chef’s talents and each course was paired with two Wormtown beers to emphasize the impact that different style brews can affect a meal. During each course\, the chefs and brewers talked about what came together for each pairing. To conclude the evening\, the fourth course—served within the taproom—offered a fun way to celebrate food in the heart of the Commonwealth with a special sweet treat. \nArrival\nLocal Cheese Display with assorted accouterments to compliment passed Tobiko Deviled Eggs (Fried Caper/Chive) and Pickled Shrimp (Chow Chow/ Cocktail Sauce).\nBeer Pairing: Banned Worcester Cream Ale \nFirst Course\nRoasted Acorn Squash \nCrisp Sweet Bread/Cider Syrup/Pickled Mustard Seed/Toasted Squash Seeds\nBeer Pairing: Irish Red & Hopular Culture #007 Golden Rye IPA \nSecond Course\nSalad “Niçoise” \nPreserved Salmon/Pickled Egg/Winter Spinach/Lardon/Radish/Pickled Asparagus \nBeer Pairing: Mass Produced Lager: Helles & Underground Series – Buddha Juice DIPA \nThird Course\nWalnut Lane “Korean” Short Rib \nBound Brook Farm VT Sticky Rice/ Furikake/ Cultured Butter/ Mung Bean and Cabbage Stir-fry \nBeer Pairing: Resilience IPA & Black Ale Project M*A*L*T – English Dark Mild \nFourth Course\nMaple Spring Farm Vanilla Ice Cream and Coffee Stout Float \nBeer Pairing: Barrel Aged Spies Like Us – Wormtown’s Russian Imperial Stout aged in Bourbon Barrel’s for 9 months.  \n  \nThis is a 21+ evening and tickets must be purchased through MassFoodies.com prior to the event. Due to the complexity of the event\, there aren’t options for dietary preferences or substitutions. Cash beer bar also available.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/brian-treitman-bill-nemeroff-out-of-the-pit-wormtown-beer-dinner/
LOCATION:Wormtown Brewery\, 72 Shrewsbury Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pairings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20181017T170555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T181807Z
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SUMMARY:Santa's Sleigh: Worcester's Restaurant Trolley Tour #2
DESCRIPTION:Miss the first one? We’re offering a second trolley tour! \nSometimes\, we all need a little holiday spirit as we enter into the Christmas season. Join Mass Foodies on Wednesday\, December 5th as we board Santa’s Sleigh\, a festive snow-white trolley\, to explore some of Worcester’s best-decorated restaurants! Not unlike Santa’s journey from house to house delivery presents\, the Mass Foodies Christmas Tour will travel from restaurant to restaurant to enjoy a cash bar\, food samples\, and merriment from: \n\nVIA Italian Table: Crispy pork meatballs with sweet & sour glaze; House made ricotta on grilled crostini with local honey; Italian meat & cheese skewers with tomato red pepper\, basil\, prosciutto & fresh Mozzarella.\n110 Grill: Firecracker shrimp\, cheeseboards + dips served with flatbreads.\nsimjang: Korean Fried Chicken featuring a variety of dipping sauces including spicy gochujang\, miso soy garlic or simajng s & p.\nThe Muse: Charcuterie Boards.\nMiracle at Citizen: Signature Gourmet Chocolate Board includes gourmet squares of white\, milk and dark chocolate\, as well as festive fruit\, nuts\, truffles\, and bit sized brownies.\n\nIn addition to the food sampling\, ticket price includes transportation to each restaurant\, a festive drink to warm the soul and commence the journey\, and a gift bag that includes a Polish glass\, mouth blown Christmas ornament presented by Vaillancourt Folk Art\, a festive Christmas cookie by The Queen’s Cups\, decadent chocolate from Hebert Candies\, freshly air roasted specialty coffee by Good As Gold\, and more! Attendees will meet for registration between 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM at a location made available to registered attendees. The trolley will depart promptly at 6:00 PM. \nAdditional Thanks To:\n \n\nThe fine print: this event is strictly limited to 35 participants and sold in a first-come\, first served basis. As with all Mass Foodies events\, all sales are final—refunds and exchanges will not be available unless the event is fully canceled. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments cannot be made. Attendees must be 21+ with proper identification.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/santas-sleigh-worcesters-restaurant-trolley-tour-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204443
CREATED:20180919T190804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T181624Z
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SUMMARY:Santa's Sleigh: Worcester's Restaurant Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes\, we all need a little holiday spirit as we enter into the Christmas season. Join Mass Foodies on Tuesday\, December 4th as we board Santa’s Sleigh\, a festive snow-white trolley\, to explore some of Worcester’s best-decorated restaurants! Not unlike Santa’s journey from house to house delivery presents\, the Mass Foodies Christmas Tour will travel from restaurant to restaurant to enjoy a cash bar\, food samples\, and merriment from: \n\nNuovo: Eggplant Rollatini (eggplant stuffed with ricotta cheese\, topped with marinara sauce and Parmigiano cheese\, finished in the oven) and Lobster Sacchettini in a creamy dijon sherry sauce.\n110 Grill: Firecracker shrimp\, cheeseboards + dips served with flatbreads.\nLock 50: Spiced foie gras mousse with cranberry\, gelee\, macerated dried fruit and house-made breadsticks.\nThe Muse: Charcuterie Boards.\nMiracle at Citizen: Signature Gourmet Chocolate Board includes gourmet squares of white\, milk and dark chocolate\, as well as festive fruit\, nuts\, truffles\, and bit sized brownies.\n\nIn addition to the food sampling\, ticket price includes transportation to each restaurant\, a festive drink to warm the soul and commence the journey\, and a gift bag that includes a Polish glass\, mouth blown Christmas ornament presented by Vaillancourt Folk Art\, a festive Christmas cookie by The Queen’s Cups\, decadent chocolate from Hebert Candies\, freshly air roasted specialty coffee by Good As Gold\, and more! Attendees will meet for registration between 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM at a location made available to registered attendees. The trolley will depart promptly at 6:00 PM. \nAdditional Thanks To:\n \n\nThe fine print: this event is strictly limited to 35 participants and sold in a first-come\, first served basis. As with all Mass Foodies events\, all sales are final—refunds and exchanges will not be available unless the event is fully canceled. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments cannot be made. Attendees must be 21+ with proper identification.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/santas-sleigh-worcesters-restaurant-trolley-tour/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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SUMMARY:Fall Crawl: Food\, Drink\, and Haunted Canal District History
DESCRIPTION:The follow-up walking tour event to the Summer version with Worcester Canal Food Tours. This time\, enjoy haunted lore of the city’s most walkable neighborhood while enjoying food and beverages of local restaurants. \nIn about three hours\, we indulge in substantial food tastings from at least five locally-owned food stops. All in less than a mile of easy walking. We do more than eat though. First we connect through food to the hard-working people at each food stop and then your local guide helps you connect to the Canal District by walking and talking about the highlights of its history. Even learn some trivia that only a local would know. \nRegistration and the guided tour led by Lori\, the Canal Food Tour Lady\, will begin at STEAM Energy Cafe promptly at 6:00 pm: \n\nSTEAM Energy Cafe (Acai bowl\, water\, and coffee)\nHistory of Harding Street\nBuck’s Burger and Whiskey Bar (Pulled pork sliders +  cash bar with craft beer and whiskey drink specials)\nHistory of 42 Green Street\nThe Hangover Pub (Menu Coming + an adult juice box prepared by Joy Flanagan featuring products by MS Walker Imports)\nTable Talk Pies (Pie Milk Shakes + pies to-go)\nHistory of Crompton\nLock 50\n\nThe fine print: Tickets must be purchased online\, and will not be available at registration. Please park at the Worcester Ice Center (the location of the first stop) and plan on attending rain or shine—there is no rain date and no refunds. Any allergies (not preferences) must be submitted during ticket purchase so restaurants can be aware of any dietary restrictions. The evening will begin promptly at 6:00 pm with registration and check-in. The tour will conclude at 9pm.
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/fall-crawl-food-drink-and-haunted-canal-district-history/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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SUMMARY:Willy Wonka Experience: Hebert Candy Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Foodies on Wednesday\, October 3rd at 6:00pm as we enter the wonky mind of Willy during a themed dinner prepared by Chef Chris Rovezzi. As a follow-up to the sell-out Storybook Series dinners from 2016\, the 2018 edition will be set at the mecca of candy stores: Hebert Candy Mansion in Shrewsbury\, MA. The Candy Mansion will be transformed into a dining destination from start to finish. The evening will begin with a Fizzy Lifting Cocktail and sweet Hebert Candy treats. After posing with our own green-haired Willy\, attendees will be ushered into the picturesque stone halls of the Mansion where they will be able to watch Chef Chris Rovezzi\, of Rovezzi’s Ristorante in Sturbridge (Fiskdale!)\, prepare and serve three courses that are inspired by the popular Dahl story\, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Immediately following the plated dinner\, guests will be invited to cleanse the palate with Hebert’s popular ice cream sundae station. In addition to a cash bar\, 90+ Cellars will be offering wine options with each plated course. \nThe menu will not be available until the week of the event… allowing you to truly trust the chef and enjoy the wonderful world within the culinary imagination of a chef within an atmosphere that matches. Entertainment and photography by Erb Photography. \nFor those who are looking to step outside the box for a dinner\, this is your opportunity. Blending the iconology of Herbert Candy Mansion with the culinary expertise of Chef Chris Rovezzi will usher an experience unlike any other. \nTickets must be purchased online\, and attendees are required to be 21+ with proper identification. Due to the complexity of the event\, dietary adjustments—such as gluten or casein—cannot be made. \n  \nOur Partners
URL:https://theworcesterguardian.org/event/the-willy-wonka-experience-hebert-candy-mansion/
LOCATION:Hebert Candy Mansion\, 574 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 20)\, Shrewsbury\, MA\, 01545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Storybook Series
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