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Celebrity Twin Cities Chef…
While there are many with this title these days from our great neighboring cities…there are only a couple I consider, The Real Deal. And, my friend, Chef Tyge Nelson, is truly one of them. The kid has produced some of THE best food I’ve had in the Twin Cities, let alone the U.S. Seriously. Do… Continue
Chef Inspired ~ Sommelier & Cicerone Paired
Was it a Throwdown? Hmmm…If it was, it was a perfect union of FOOD, WINE & BEER challenging any one out there that could come close to what we pulled off last nite! Bring it, Flay! The Perfect Pairing Team of Chef Mike Shannon & Sommelier Leslee Miller strikes again! This time with our friend… Continue
Looking for a Fun NYE Experience?
I have been singing their praises for months now (almost just as long as they’ve been open!)…so I hope you’ve had a chance to get out and enjoy this super cool new hot spot for Wine and Eats in Minnesota. Who? Nectar Wine Bar Where? 204 Central Ave, Osseo, MN Why? Because they’re one of… Continue
Perfect Wine & Cheese Pairings
As many of you know, with any Twin Cities Wine Tasting, Wine Event, Education Class and more that is presented on behalf of Amusée, as your Sommelier, I always bring artisanal cheese for pairing! For any occasion, any style of event or any gathering – CHEESE is never far from my palate. And even as I am… Continue
Another First Class Pairing
Another Twin Cities Wine Education Class taken to the limit! Looking for a great Twin Cities Wine Education Class to partake in, but don’t know where to start? Looks like you found the right page – with Amusée. Giving you some of THE BEST wine classes in the Twin Cities along with some of THE… Continue
‘Simply Unforgettable’ Symphony Ball – Smashing!
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
Looking for a Fun Pink Event?
If you didn’t get a chance to head over to my very good friend, Chuck Kanski’s Rosé Tent Tasting last year at Solo Vino – you missed out! Here’s your chance again. With over a hundred rosés to taste and buy, you’ll have a chance to dip into every corner of the world with these… Continue
The Perfect Pairing begins with Great Company
There are many things that make a ‘great pairing’ or a ‘great bottle of wine’, but none really better (in my opinion) than the company of great friends or family to enjoy it with. Last nite, at one of my many Cooks of Crocus Hill Classes – undoubtedly Twin Cities Best Wine Classes – I… Continue
Croatian Wine Tasting Tonite!
Calling all REAL wine drinkers…by REAL I mean adventuresome, ready to jump outside your box and ready to drink some REALLY fantastic wine. I don’t want to hear any, “I don’t drink that ____ ” from anyone tonite! Tonite I will be at Pairings Wine Market in Minnetonka pouring some beautiful Croatian wines. The winery,… Continue
The Best of Twin Cities Food and Wine Pairings Class – Strikes Again!
With a slew of fabulous recipes and 7 (yes, 7!) different wines to pair, last nite’s food and wine pairing class: Que Syrah, Sirah, Shiraz! was a hit. While I teach across the Twin Cities with an array of unbelievably talented chefs, some of my favorite and also most popular classes are taught at COOKS… Continue
Looking for a Fun Wine Education Class in the Twin Cities?
Look no farther… If you haven’t been to one of Amusee’s Wine Education Classes, then you’re missing out! While the popularity of these classes are much in demand, we have found that they are selling out at record speed. We decided to add a class for you to enjoy, last minute! On February 1st at Cooks… Continue