Wine Lovers' Weekend
"Old World, New World" Wine Weekend Package
March 27-29, 2009
In honor of Galena's Wine Lovers' Weekend, The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel is collaborating with Galena’s finest family of restaurants to offer an "Old World, New World" Wine Lovers' Weekend package.
Great food and drink, warm hospitality, and generations of family traditions are the foundation of our family of businesses - Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, One Eleven Main and Vinny Vanucchi’s 'Little Italy.' All family-owned and operated, these fine dining establishments invite you to embark on a culinary journey.
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel Wine Lovers' package includes
gourmet meals, fine wines, Jameson Irish Whiskey, an extensive education program, two nights accommodations, shuttle between The Irish Cottage and dinner, plus the following:
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2009
Welcome Wine Tasting
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Lobby
- 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Shortly after settling into your room, start your Wine Lovers' experience with a
tasting featuring wines showcased at our family of restaurants.
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Tintara Shiraz
Drylands Sauvignon Blanc
Drylands Pinot Noir
Mondavi Napa Valley Merlot
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Franciscan Napa Valley Chardonnay
Estancia Cabernet Sauvignon
Estancia Pinot Grigio
Simi Cabernet Sauvignon |
"Old World" Classic Italiano Dinner
Vinny Vanucchi's 'Little Italy' - 8:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Shuttle service provided
Vinny Vanucchi's culinary team presents a classic 4-course Italian dinner paired with Ruffino wines. Ruffino is a modern, dynamic winery with roots dating back to 1877, yet it skillfully maintains its century-old winemaking traditions while blending in modern winemaking technology. Complete menu information.
Wines served:
Ruffino IL Ducale Toscana
Ruffino Bordo
Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro
Ruffino Vin Santo del Chianti DOC |
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2009
Hot Boutique Breakfast
Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub - 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
A hot Boutique Breakfast with an Irish flare.
Complete menu information.
5 Taste Program
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Blarney Stone Banquet Room A - Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Understand how wine interacts with food by approaching food in terms of the simple elements of taste. Any specific dish will contain one or more of the five basic tastes: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and protein/umami. These dominant tastes in food have a profound effect on the taste of the wine. This hour long program walks you through the full range of taste sensations to better understand the food/wine relationship.
"The Auld Dubliner" Hors d'oeuvres
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Blarney Stone Banquet Room B - 1:15 to 2:00 p.m.
Relax with wine and sample our favorite "The Auld Dubliner" hors d'oeuvres. This gathering celebrates The Auld Dubliner Lounge, the newest addition to The Irish Cottage which is named after the famous Auld Dubliner Bar situated in the heart of the Temple Bar District in Dublin, Ireland.
Complete menu information.
Jameson Whiskey & Chocolate Pairing Program
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
& Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub - 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Discover a new taste sensation ~ Whiskey and Chocolate! Enjoy 5 full-flavored Jameson whiskeys each served with a gourmet chocolate. Trendsetters around the world are experimenting with pairing spirits and food. Don't miss this chance to experience traditional "Old World" whiskey with contemporary fine chocolates. The Jameson National Brand Ambassador and a representative from Galena's Chocolat' will be on hand during this innovative program. Complete menu information.
Whiskey served:
Jameson Irish Whiskey
Jameson 12 Year Old
Jameson 18 Year Old
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Redbreast
Midleton Very Rare |
"New World - Going Green" Dinner
One Eleven Main - 8:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Shuttle service provided
One of the hottest topics today is how to minimize our footprint on the world. Green practices are changing how we grow, buy and consume food. Meet local vintners and farmers who will discuss how their desire to be a part of the "green revolution" has changed their businesses and farming practices.
Meet local producers including:
Famous Fossil Winery - Freeport, Illinois
Arbor Hill Vineyards - Galena, Illinois
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Arnold's Farm - Elizabeth, Illinois
Lange Farm - Platteville, Wisconsin |
During this program local vintners, Ken Rosmann from Famous Fossil Winery and Robert Hall from Arbor Hills Vineyards, describe changing vineyard practices; Tom Arnold from Arnold's Farm discusses raising poultry using sustainable farming methods; and Rich Lange of Lange Farms shares how he produces organic beef. Complete menu information.
Wines served:
Famous Fossil Winery Wine
Grgich Hill Zinfandel (half bottle per couple)
Grgich Hill Chardonnay (half bottle per couple)
Galena Cellars Winery Chocolate Port |
SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2009
Package rates start at $299.00/person + tax
based on double occupancy.
Due to the high demand for this package, a $250.00 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT is required. The $250.00 deposit is applied to the total purchase price of the package. A confirmation letter including a receipt for the $250.00 deposit will be sent within days of the reservation.
Visit package page for more information.
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