Sip Savor Swirl 2015

     For Anyone who loves wine, whether your new to it or have been an avid taster for decades, this 3 day event will have something for you!  Here is a break down of these fantastic events, chose to attend 1 or all of them!  For information on them click this link ~ http://www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org/events/

      Event 1 ~ Picnic & Barrel Auction Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 5:00pm at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery in Woodinville.  Its the kickoff event where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and mingle with over 100 Washington winemakers, sample tasty tidd bits on gourmet picnic fare and enjoy live entertainment on the lovely concert grounds at Chateau Ste. Michelle winery.

  Event 2 ~ Winemaker Dinner Series Friday, August 14, 2015 at 6:30pm.  These Dinners happening at Private Estates around the Puget Sound and will be creating gourmet meals by notable guest chefs and paired with fabulous Washington wine poured by the winemakers themselves.  In these much more intimate settings you will get a chance to schmooze with the winemakers and chefs eating and drinking your way through an unforgettable evening.  You will be amazed and how each wine can totally change the taste of what you are eating into and entirely different experience!

     Event 3 ~ Columbia Winery Charity Run & Walk Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 8:30am at

Columbia Winery, Woodinville.  Commit your fitness to a cause!  Participate in their 5K or 10K course in Woodinville wine country with over 1,400 others!  It's a great way to support great causes and feel like you can enjoy the food and wine of the week guilt free!!!

      Event 4 ~ The Winemaker Gala Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 4:30pm at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, Woodinville.    This event is the Creme De La Creme of tasting events as you join winemakers, wine collectors and philanthropists at the grand finale event to celebrate Washington wine.  A rare decadent event dedicated to showing you the best of the best and giving you an opportunity to dress to the nines and enjoy one of our amazing summer evenings in the northwest!  

     Hope to see you there!  And Make Every Event Better because YOU are there!

"Proof" Washington July 12th, 2014 • Fremont Studios

     Proof is Washington's Featured event for local craft Distilleries that make up the Washington Distillers Guild, which is the Largest of its kind in the nation.  In it's second year, this event is hosting 40 local craft Distilleries producing Vodka, Whiskey and Gin just to name a few of the spirits.  Unlike Washington Wineries where you will find "pods" of tasting rooms clumped together for multiple tastings in an afternoon, these fantastic spirit houses are located all over Washington in neighborhoods, city centers and outlining country towns so having 40 in one place is a rare pleasure!
     Never really liked Gin or Vodka?  I would venture to say you have never had a local craft then.  These guys will shock, amaze and redefine what you thought a Spirit should taste like and open your taste buds up to a whole new world of distilling.  Grab a friend and come experience another side of Washington.  Oh and did I mention they are paring with some of our amazing restaurants to tantalize your taste buds even further? ;)
Goto http://proofwashington.org/ to purchase tickets!
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Woodinville Wine Country Passport 2014 ~ Last Call

     Passport 2014.  This will be my 3rd year going, and sadly the final year of this event.  But with that said, it is Defiantly not to be missed!  With a group of friends or out of town family visiting the social experience alone makes it worth it, as avid wine drinkers of all ages come out to taste and share in the event.  This years event is again a 2 day event concentrated in Woodinville wine country.  Featuring over 30 winery's, you have 2 basic areas to check out….The Warehouse District and the Main Hollywood House area.  Each offers dozens of winery's within walking distance, and during this event for one price, you can go around and taste at the participating winery's for a very fun and social experience!  For me personally I typically take one area Saturday and one area Sunday and end each evening with a lovely dinner at one of the fantastic restaurants there!  My favorites are Willow's Lodge  &  Sora Sushi for snacks, Mazatlan mexican food and Spazzo's Redmond for Dinner! 
     My advise…. have a service like Uber, drop off and pick up so you can enjoy stress free, and plan to pick up wine you buy later or just ship it to your house! For more information and tickets goto http://woodinvillewinecountry.com/passport-last-call/
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"Make Every Event Better BECAUSE You Were There!"

"Spotlight on Seattle" The Who's Who of Networking May 8th 2014

     As you get to know me you will find out that i am NOT a big fan of Networking!  To me, the term is usually grossly dumb-ed down and equates to kindergarten when compared to Socializing, BUT I must say that this Event is probably one of the Most eloquently done Networking events of the year!  And here is why…..
     First off I don't really feel like this should be classified as a networking event…. It is too well done.  From the location, to the beverages, sponsors, people in attendance and of course the Host's, it is one of the classiest events of the year, and in my opinion (which, i will admit is a bit bias) truly shows what creating a great Social event can look like and how business can NATURALLY be created out of it!  
      Drop into a time machine for a moment and let's head back about 100 years ago.  There was no networking.  Only people taking time to get to know one another…. building relationships…. creating opportunities and working hard.  The majority of People didn't make a habit of looking for short cuts or think to assume they deserved anything they did not work hard for!   Hard work and time put in was respected and people strove to show that they were worthy of EARNING respect not demanding it.  So when people got together at event's, drank wine, shared in a cause and SOCIALIZED,  it was not surprising when business deals, new concepts and causes were created from these events. 
     So what is the difference between Networking and Socializing?  Time, attention, service and genuine interest.  Socializing is very little to do with you….. it is about paying attention to those around you…Serving those around you….being genuinely interested in those around you and sharing who you are not necessarily "what you do".  And THIS is where Lloyd A Ball & Sasha O'Leary always seem to get it right.
     You will notice a distinct difference in most of the people whom attend this event, and the self absorbed, entitled, i want over night success people stand out like a sore thumb.   People dress according to the requested attire, enjoy learning about each other and generally "Make the event better because they were there!" (Socially Savvy's Tag phrase)
     This event, held in a lovely space, with lovely people, chatting on all kinds of topics should not be missed.  And if you are new to the Social Scene it is a wonderful place to come dressed beautifully, smiling listening and learning.  Because Everyone appreciates someone who can listen.  ;)

For tickets and more information go here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1408500019413970

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Cavalia Odysseo..... More than just a Horse show

     We are often looking for those unique events and experiences that will take us to another place or get us to see something in a different way, and Cavalia Odysseo is by far, one of those events!  

     Yes, there are horses.....66 beautiful horses spanning several breeds.  And entertainers.... Acrobat's, Dancers, Horse riders, musicians and Singing.  But just to read those things can not and does not allow for the depth of emotion and feeling of the opening act has to offer alone.  It is truly an awakening of senses and awareness that is fantastic for the entire family!  For a 3rd or a 4th date....a provocative conversation during the intermission in the VIP room while enjoying dessert is sure to follow.  It touches the heart and the soul in such a wonderful way that you will want to share it with your friends.

     There are no bad seats in the house so a GA (General Admition) ticket is an economical way to not miss the show!  But, the VIP tickets come with Center-row seats, VIP Pass, Parking at the White Big Top, Buffet with a wide variety of complimentary foods served before the show, Wine, bubbly and beer at will, Dessert Buffet, coffee and tea served during intermission, Exclusive stables tour after the show and Odysseo souvenir from there boutique. 

     Located at the Marymoor Park in Redmond, this is an exceptional event to attend!  For more information goto http://cavalia.net/en/odysseo

    

 

Taste of Washington 2014

The Taste of Washington is one of Seattle's finest event's put on in the wine industry that has a multi-demographic appeal.  This year March 29th & 30th at Century Link Field Event Center you can purchase a ticket ( GA or VIP which gives you an hour head start before the masses enter! ) and have the ability to check out more wines in a day than you could drive to in a week!  With Familiar Prestige names Like DeLille Cellars & Chateau St Michelle to the local affordable wines like House Wines & Girly Girl you will have the opportunity to check out their latest and greatest. 

     Not to be missed or forgotten are also the smaller  boutique  winery's, the mainstay's, and the name sakes!  Add in Dozens of participating restaurant's, foods, services and products that all relate to wine, eager to share with you and help you create a well fitted wine experience to your everyday life or for a special event you might be planning.  And we are just talking about the main event!


     Featured around this event are Seminars that go into more detailed information in various aspects of Washington wine and wine & food pairing demonstrations by renowned chefs.  All the seminars are led by top national wine personalities and sommeliers, so you can be sure to be learning from the best!

     And  New this year, The First Annual Taste Washington Magnum Party ~ The Red & White party March 27th, is giving you an opportunity to experience some of the Prestige Winery's in an elegant way at the Chihuly Glass House.  Pouring 90+ point wines paired with bites presented by Chef Ivan Szilak of the Collections, there at the Chihuly Garden, you will experience one of the most amazing tantalization's that your eyes will see and your taste buds enjoy!  This will be sure to sell out and be a favorite in the years to come!


For more on this Amazing Event go to http://tastewashington.org/