MICHAEL CONTI
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Friday, March 23, 2012, 7:00pm

Undiscovered Italian Wines

Join Mike at Carlow Cookery in the Doylestown Shopping Center as he takes you through some of the more "unfamiliar" wines of Italy. Taste wines from the regions of Campania, Puglia, Sicily, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Lombardy. Along the way, enjoy some tasty Italian cuisine from Dennis and Liam at Carlow. For reservations, call 215-489-2677 or go to www.carlowcookery.com.
 

Friday, April 13, 2012, 7:00pm

Exploring Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley

Ahh France... where it all started. The classic French styles of wine will be showcased from three distinct and classic regions of France. There's nothing like springtime in Paris - and at Carlow Cookery! Join us for some savory French treats as well. For reservations, call 215-489-2677 or go to www.carlowcookery.com.

 

Series of 3 Friday Night Events: April 20, April 27, May 4, 2012, 6:30pm

What Wine Do YOU Like?... Why Do YOU Like It?

Trusting your palate is the first fundamental step to identifying your wine preferences.

So often, our palates are influenced by others' opinions about "what's a good wine" or "what's not a good wine." We listen to their comments and judgments. We feel compelled to follow THEIR preferences for OUR enjoyment. Their intentions are good, and their advice may even be sound. But in reality, only YOU should judge a wine for yourself... because the definition of a good wine is a wine that YOU like... period end.

To that end, Michael Conti, President & Wine Educator - From Stem To Learn, LLC, offers a fun and informative series of classes that will truly allow you to decipher what wines you like - and what wines you don't like... all through blind tastings.

How does this work?

Mike will pour six wines. Through guided tastings, Mike will encourage class participants to explore their senses, with the ultimate goal of pinpointing your preferences. No pre-conceived notions about the wine will be shared. No anxiety about what you should be tasting from each wines is expected. Just trust your palate and enjoy the results.

"I couldn't believe the results," said a recent class participant. "I attended the blind tasting on White Wines of the World, knowing full well that I generally only drink buttery, oaky Chardonnays. Mike guided us through a tasting of six white wines and I ranked my preferences. To my surprise, a French Riesling from Alsace was number one on my list. It was delicious, but I thought I didn't like Rieslings!... not anymore. French Rieslings are now a staple in my refrigerator, and I know just where to find them in my local Wine & Spirits Shops."

Come with an open mind. Concentrate on your own senses. Trust your taste buds. And most important, have fun! Great to do with groups of friends... and join Mike at the bar after class for more wine talk!

April 20, 2012 - Red Wines Of The World
April 27, 2012 - Regional Italian Wines
May 4, 2012 - Regional California Wines
Please arrive promptly at 6:30 pm and join us on The 2nd Floor Loft at Bobby Simone's Restaurant & Bar

$48 per person (includes water, bread, and cheese service)

Seating is limited. Make Your Reservations Now at 215-340-1414
 

Friday, May 18, 2012, 7:00pm

Wines of California

As one of the world's largest producers of wine, the United States remains one of its most dynamic as well. We'll talk about how producers of fine California wines have adapted to the current market and taste wines from vineyards in Sonoma and Napa. For reservations, go to www.carlowcookery.com.

 

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 7:00pm

Cupcakes & Cabernet

No longer just a simple treat, cupcakes are now a sophisticated creation made with modern flair. Cupcakes include: (1) Chili Con Carne Cupcake with Cornbread Tops, (2) Bacon and Tomato Cupcakes with Onion, Garlic, and Mascarpone "Frosting", (3) Curried Buttermilk Vegetable Cupcakes topped with Cucumber Yogurt, and (4) Chocolate Cupcakes with Ganache and Caramel Corn Crunch.  For reservations, go to www.carlowcookery.com.

 

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