The Minnesota Orchestra out does itself year after year with a multitude of fabulous events. This year’s Simply Unforgettable Symphony Ball was no exception. For the 53rd year of its existence, The Symphony Ball managed to fill the Minneapolis Depot with over 600 of Twin Cities finest. Attired in black tie and gorgeous floor… Continue
Heading off to The Minnesota Orchestra’s Symphony Ball this weekend? Don’t forget to bid on your favorite Sommelier! Featured this year as an ‘Item of Distinction’, Amusée and Restaurant 20.21 offer their talents to a personally catered in home dinner event. Chef Asher Miller of Wolfgang Puck’s 20.21 Restaurant and Sommelier Leslee Miller… Continue
Apparently not! Last nite as Bon Jovi and his team of five hit the stage at the Xcel Center in St Paul, the lights honed in and the crowd jumped to their feet. With a full house, a truly packed 18,000 strong, the Twin Cities came to get a little Bad Medicine from one guy… Continue
While we’re still on the topic of music and wine, I thought I’d share a super cool video from an event that MY favorite musician put on with a couple of peeps back in November of 2009, from Napa. Dave Matthews, according to me!, is one of the greatest musicians to ever live. I love… Continue
All in one month, I feel like I’ve seen it all. From my ventures starting in Croatia, to a quick trip back to the U.S., a delayed flight to Paris, ALL of Paris, to the world’s largest Burgundy tasting, and back home to Michael Bublé. Really? It’s been a whirlwind. And, it’s been fun! To top it… Continue
Minneapolis Rock City – KISS’s new song title – at least that’s what Paul Stanley said last Saturday night when they rocked, yes rocked! the stage at the Target Center downtown Minneapolis. Let me first start out by saying, who is this guy who writes the music reviews for our local Star Tribune? The Title… Continue
Bruce Hornsby, an unbelievable musician with a piano full of music ten miles long, graced Minnesotans with a stellar show on November 1st. Including hits from his newest album ‘Levitate’ and some of his old standbys that never seem to fade like ‘The Way It Is’ – the list of songs played for the night… Continue
If you missed the last episode to American Idol, well then you may want to order a couple bottles of bubbly and watch it with someone who taped it. Un-freekin’-believable is the only thing I can say. Embarrassed to admit, I watched the entire season only to be shocked with the season’s finale. While the… Continue
Richard Childress, hot rod on the NASCAR circuit, is just another case in point as to those who should stick to their profession, the one that made them money! Not, wine making. Seriously, take a look at this guy – really? Obviously has time to safari hunt, why would he waste time sinking his money… Continue
Standing amongst the swaying group of Fleetwood Mac fans and almost deaf from the mesmerizing sounds of Lindsey Buckingham’s electric guitar, I kept thinking…what wine would I possibly drink with this concert? While Minneapolis’s Star Tribune viewed the concert as ‘addictive’ and Buckingham and Nicks’ performances as ‘non competitive’, I have a different take on last… Continue
On Wednesday, February 18th, I had the honor of presenting wines for the second year to one of radio station’s, KBEM, ‘RestauranTOUR Jazz Dinners’. The event, which was held at The Red Stag Supper Club, showcased a wonderful four-course menu featuring an array of international wines and local sustainable food. Kim Bartman, owner of The Red Stag and other local goodies… Continue
Ever wonder what drinks good with the sly sounds of a sweet, sweet jazz musician, or the goopy romantic tunes of an acoustic guitar or better yet…the hot and sultry moves of a fun salsa band? My answer ~ drink what’s right! This came to mind a couple of weeks ago when I set out… Continue