Schedule of Events
October 17, 2010
6:30-8pm
School of LUSH, GIN: The Spirit and its Cocktails, West Town Reserve >
**Do NOT reserve through the 'reserve' button as it is out of commission at the moment. Please send all reservations to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com, Rachel will confirm all reservations**
Many people refer to gin as the world’s first flavored vodka, which makes many of us spirits geeks recoil just a tad bit, but it’s true! Gin is fundamentally a neutral spirit that is flavored with juniper (among other things). Join us as we explore this spirit’s origins, the great variety of different gins on the market, and its applications in classic and present-day cocktails. $35, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
Many people refer to gin as the world’s first flavored vodka, which makes many of us spirits geeks recoil just a tad bit, but it’s true! Gin is fundamentally a neutral spirit that is flavored with juniper (among other things). Join us as we explore this spirit’s origins, the great variety of different gins on the market, and its applications in classic and present-day cocktails. $35, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
2-5 pm
Sundays with LUSH: Italian Reds Reserve >
Sunday Afternoons with Lush is our way of sharing our love of wine and thoroughly enjoying the last moments of the weekend. We believe that tasting is the best way to learn about the endless flavor possibilities in the world of wine. Leave the text books at home; we are all about hands-on learning. Practice makes perfect, so the more tasting you do, the better you become at discerning the subtle nuances of aroma, flavor, and essential terroir of each wine. Each Sunday from 2 - 5 pm, Lush will have focused tastings guided by friendly wine geeks to help make you the practiced lush you esteem to be. These events are always complimentary. Feel free to bring your mother and anyone else who would appreciate exploring their Lush side.
6-8 pm
Barros Port Tasting - West Town Reserve >
Come and taste the yummy ports from Barros, one of our favorites here at LUSH. We heart them, you will too! With Fernando, a real Portuguese
wine folk. Free. Delicious.
6-8 pm
Vibrant Rioja Tasting - All Shops Reserve >
We heart Spanish wine and tonight we're focusing the entire tasting to the region of Rioja. All shops, 6-8pm. Come taste what this wonderful region has to offer, we'll be here pouring away! Tempranillo, Viura. Fancy and affordable. Find your Spanish flair. Free!
2-5 pm
Sundays with LUSH: Orange Wines Reserve >
Sunday Afternoons with Lush is our way of sharing our love of wine and thoroughly enjoying the last moments of the weekend. We believe that tasting is the best way to learn about the endless flavor possibilities in the world of wine. Leave the text books at home; we are all about hands-on learning. Practice makes perfect, so the more tasting you do, the better you become at discerning the subtle nuances of aroma, flavor, and essential terroir of each wine. Each Sunday from 2 - 5 pm, Lush will have focused tastings guided by friendly wine geeks to help make you the practiced lush you esteem to be. These events are always complimentary. Feel free to bring your mother and anyone else who would appreciate exploring their Lush side.
6-8pm
Cream Wine Tasting - Roscoe Village Reserve >
Sunday, October 27th, 6-8pm: Shane from Cream will be in the house, with lots of yummy beverages from around the world. And, I hear tell the Dolcetto is freaking amazing. Just saying. Free wine for all!
6-8pm
Benson Ferry Winery - Roscoe Village Reserve >
Thursday, October 28th, 6-8pm: Benson Ferry winemaker in the house, all the way from Lodi, California. Old vines, what?! Join in on the fun, for free. Tip that glass. Swirl. Sip. Enjoy!
6-8pm
Vinifera Wine - Roscoe Village Reserve >
Friday, October 29th, 6-8pm: Mr. Adam Wachendorf, enthusiastic wine purveyor from Vinifera, will be pouring gorgeous Italian wines. Super old, excellently aged Chianti. Red bubbles with a balance of sweet/tart. And, a well versed, extremely knowledgeable guide. Free.
2-5 pm
Sundays with LUSH: Scary & Sexy Wines Reserve >
Sunday Afternoons with Lush is our way of sharing our love of wine and thoroughly enjoying the last moments of the weekend. We believe that tasting is the best way to learn about the endless flavor possibilities in the world of wine. Leave the text books at home; we are all about hands-on learning. Practice makes perfect, so the more tasting you do, the better you become at discerning the subtle nuances of aroma, flavor, and essential terroir of each wine. Each Sunday from 2 - 5 pm, Lush will have focused tastings guided by friendly wine geeks to help make you the practiced lush you esteem to be. These events are always complimentary. Feel free to bring your mother and anyone else who would appreciate exploring their Lush side.
6-8 pm
Connoisseur Wine Tasting - West Town Reserve >
Friday, November 5th, 6-8pm: Scott from Connoisseur is pulling out the big guns. Amazing, delicious, holiday appropriate wine guns to be exact. Free!
6:30-8pm
School of LUSH: Belgium Beer, West Town Reserve >
**Do NOT reserve through the 'reserve' button as it is out of commission at the moment. Please send all reservations to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com, Rachel will confirm all reservations**
As the beer world gets more extreme and radical, Belgian beer remains the golden standard for how beer is made. The variety in this tiny country is endless, from witbier to Trappist ales to those tart, often misunderstood lambics. We’ll taste through a plethora of the styles, discuss Belgium’s beer-making history and culture, and where the future of this beer-haven lies. $35, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
As the beer world gets more extreme and radical, Belgian beer remains the golden standard for how beer is made. The variety in this tiny country is endless, from witbier to Trappist ales to those tart, often misunderstood lambics. We’ll taste through a plethora of the styles, discuss Belgium’s beer-making history and culture, and where the future of this beer-haven lies. $35, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
2-5pm
Sundays with LUSH - Belgian Beer Reserve >
Sunday, November 7th, 2-5pm: Sunday with LUSH - Belgian Beer. Back to the classic, the indulgent, the amazing brews of Belgium.
6-8pm
Mamma Agata Reserve >
‘Monday, November 8th, 6-8pm: ‘Mamma Agata Cookbook’ book signing and Italian wine tasting! This lady seriously knows how to cook! And now, she is sharing her well practiced secrets. Joining in the fun will be Mamma’s son-in law Chef and Sommelier Gennaro and director of the Farmhouse, Chiara. Books available for sale, sips of wine and nibbles. More details available at http://www.mammaagata.com/
6-9pm
West Town - Portuguese Wine Dinner Reserve >
**Do NOT reserve through the 'reserve' button as it is out of commission at the moment. Please send all reservations to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com, Rachel will confirm all reservations**
West Town - Portuguese Wine Dinner
1412 W. Chicago Avenue
312.666.6900
6-9pm
Bubbly reception. 6 courses. Much wine. Much fun. Portuguese wine dinner and pairing event with Snack Master Kelly and the International King of Portugal, Pedro Veloso, with an appearance by Ms. Sandy Marques, the Reigning Queen of Port. Seasonal, Portuguese inspired dishes will be framed by deliciously rich and traditional wines ranging from Port to Madiera, but also including innovative blends and single varietal wines. RSVP required; payment due upon reservation. Please email rachel@lushwineandspirits.com or call 312.666.6900. 48 hour cancellation. Strictly limited to 14 guests. $65 plus tax and tip.uests. $65 plus tax and tip.
West Town - Portuguese Wine Dinner
1412 W. Chicago Avenue
312.666.6900
6-9pm
Bubbly reception. 6 courses. Much wine. Much fun. Portuguese wine dinner and pairing event with Snack Master Kelly and the International King of Portugal, Pedro Veloso, with an appearance by Ms. Sandy Marques, the Reigning Queen of Port. Seasonal, Portuguese inspired dishes will be framed by deliciously rich and traditional wines ranging from Port to Madiera, but also including innovative blends and single varietal wines. RSVP required; payment due upon reservation. Please email rachel@lushwineandspirits.com or call 312.666.6900. 48 hour cancellation. Strictly limited to 14 guests. $65 plus tax and tip.uests. $65 plus tax and tip.
6:30-8pm
West Town - School of LUSH: Pinot Noir Reserve >
***Do NOT reserve through the 'reserve' button as it is out of commission at the moment. Please send all reservations to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com, Rachel will confirm all reservations**
Referred to by many as “the heartbreak grape”, Pinot Noir has the ability to entice our minds and palates. A delicate, hard-to-grow grape, Pinot can be breathtaking when done right (and tragic when done wrong!). Navigate with this fickle grape through its home in Burgundy, to California, Oregon, New Zealand, South America, Germany, and Austria and discover what makes it tick. $50, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
Referred to by many as “the heartbreak grape”, Pinot Noir has the ability to entice our minds and palates. A delicate, hard-to-grow grape, Pinot can be breathtaking when done right (and tragic when done wrong!). Navigate with this fickle grape through its home in Burgundy, to California, Oregon, New Zealand, South America, Germany, and Austria and discover what makes it tick. $50, RSVP required to rachel@lushwineandspirits.com
LUSH likes a good party.
Whether a private shindig, a full out dinner event on the patio, or a simple sniff, swirl, and sip at the tasting bar, LUSH has all sorts of good times. Holler at us to join in on the fun!