This weekend's Riesling Festival isn't the only time to check out local wineries and their products. Here are a few wine-themed events taking place soon.
Keuka Spring Vineyards to celebrate anniversary
Keuka Spring Vineyards, on Keuka Lake, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a party on Sunday, Aug. 15, from noon to 4 pm. The event will feature a pig roast, games, live music and wine tasting. Tickets ($25; $20 for case and wine club members) can be purchased by contacting the winery. Reservations are requested, and the party is open to the public.
Keuka Spring Vineyards was founded in 1981 by Len and Judy Wiltberger who continue to run the winery today. The winery is known for a wide selection of premium wines and has received recognition for its wines.
Keuka Spring Vineyards is located at 243 State Route 54, East Lake Road, just outside of Penn Yan overlooking the east side of Keuka Lake. For more information about their anniversary party and other events this year at the winery, visit www.keukaspringwinery.com, or contact the winery at (315) 536-3147 to make reservations.
3-4-1 Fridays at Wine & Culinary Center
Each Friday through Labor Day at the New York Wine and Culinary Center in Canandaigua, a different winery will be featured with special deals, hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. It is free admission, and runs from 5 to 7 p.m. The Wine and Culinary Center is located at 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua. For more information, call (585) 394-7070 or go online to www.nywcc.com.
‘Julie Taboulie’ to teach at Wine & Culinary Center
On Wednesday, Aug. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m., the New York Wine and Culinary Center will officially be adding Julie Ann Sageer (also known as “Julie Taboulie”) and her popular Lebanese cuisine to its regular roster of culinary classes and chef instructors offered at the center.
Julie Ann will be commencing her arrival with her “Middle Eastern Mezze,” which is an arrangement of traditional small plates (hors d’oeuvres or appetizers).
Pre-registration is encouraged, as the culinary classes fill up fast. Learn more about the “Middle Eastern Mezze” and register for Julie Taboulie’s culinary class, by contacting The New York Wine & Culinary Center in Canandaigua at (585) 394-7070 or visit www.nywcc.com. Learn more about Julie at www.JulieTaboulie.com.
Casa Larga celebrates end of summer
Casa Larga’s Annual Wine and Food Pairing celebrates the end of La Dolce Vita summer and the beginning of the Harvest Season. Each year, the Bella Vista Team creates a magically themed dinner and this year will be no exception: A summer celebration of the little seaside town, Gaeta, Italy.
The dinner will take place on Thursday, Aug. 19; appetizers begin at 6:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 7 p.m. The event is at Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Road, Fairport.
Admission is $55/standard ticket, $50/Wine Lover Club ticket and $45/per person for tables of 10.
Advance reservations are required. Tickets are available at Casa Larga Vineyards Wine Shop or online at www.casalarga.com. For more information, call (585) 223-4210.
Wine & Dine Wednesdays at Brown Hound Bistro
Each Wednesday through Aug. 26, Brown Hound Bistro will feature a different Finger Lakes winery. Complimentary tastings with dinner will be offered for regular menu or 4-course fixed pairings. Brown Hound Bistro is located at 6459 Route 64, Naples. For more information on the Wednesday night special, call (585) 374-9771, or go online to www.brownhoundbistro.com.
