Wine Lovers Gather in Branson for the Celebration of Tastes
January 19, 2011 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
If you’ve been looking for a special way to spice up your winter, you won’t want to miss Branson’s Celebration of Tastes. This event will be taking place February 4th and 5th at Big Cedar Lodge and features the delectable wines of the Estancia Winery. Wine and food lovers won’t want to miss their chance to sample the many wines presented and get a taste of the hors d’oeuvers that have been prepared to bring out the subtle flavors of each wine. The best part is, all the proceeds from this event go to charity, so you’re getting a taste of fine wines and helping out the less fortunate.
If you enjoy new experiences like trying out wines you’ve never tasted before, you’re going to love flying a helicopter for the first time. The “I Pilot” Helicopter Adventure will give you the unique and thrilling chance to try your hand at piloting a helicopter. In addition to the excitement of being a pilot, you will also get to see incredible views of Branson. Stunning panoramic views of Table Rock Lake, the Ozark Mountains, and Silver Dollar City theme park make this great for those who love non-traditional sightseeing methods!
Finish off your Branson experience by exploring the unknown with a trip into the Cosmic Cavern. Unbelievable rock formations and two bottomless lakes make this one of the most popular places to visit in Branson. In one of the lakes, you will get to see trout that have lost their color and gone blind because they have never been exposed to natural sunlight. The cavern is perfect for a winter visit because the cave stays a comfortable 64 degrees year-round.
Take a Bite Out of Vancouver During Taste of Yaletown
Food and wine enthusiasts everywhere love visiting Vancouver during their Taste of Yaletown event. This year is the 6th annual event, and it is expected to be just as big as the year before. During the event, some of the top restaurants in Vancouver serve special, three-course meals at a fixed price. This gives everyone a chance to get delicious foods at a lower cost than the average three course meal. Some of the top restaurants that will be participating include Hurricane Grill, Hapa Izakaya Yaletown, and Society Dining Lounge. The event will only be available October 13th to the 31st, so start packing and get ready for a delicious culinary experience!
If you’re visiting Vancouver to get a taste of gourmet meals and fine wines at a delicious price, you also need to go on the Vancouver Wine Tour. This tour will take you through the regions where Canada’s top wines are produced. During the tour you will stop at several wineries including Township 7 Vineyards and Winers, Lotusland Vineyards, and Domaine de Chaberton to learn how they make their wines. As you visit each winery, you will get the chance to taste some of their signature and new wines.
Don’t spend all of your time in Vancouver eating and drinking when there is so much natural beauty to enjoy in the area. Take the Whistler Mountain Tour to get stunning views of the area’s mountains, waterfalls, and other attractions. This tour will take you along Howe Sound, Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls, and charming Whistler Village for a full day of sightseeing and a little bit of shopping. It’s a fun way to see the natural beauty that the area is known for.
Enjoy Fall Festivals in San Antonio
October in San Antonio is full of fun and unique events that are great companions to any San Antonio vacation or a reason to plan a trip to San Antonio. From accordions on the Riverwalk to beer in the Beethoven Maennerchor, these events have plenty to offer for a great time.
On October 3-4 and 9-10, you can enjoy the festivities of Oktoberfest in San Antonio. Held at the Beethoven Maennerchor, this event celebrates the beginning of fall and the German culture of San Antonio. Many visitors do not expect that San Antonio has a heavy German influence, but the German immigrants were quite influential in settling the Texas Hill Country. You can celebrate their contribution as you enjoy singing, dancing, and great German food, including bratwursts, potato pancakes, schnitzel, and more. Each weekend will feature food, polka music, polka dancing, and traditional German music from German composers.
International Accordion Festival
For more great German-inspired music, make plans to attend the International Accordion Festival, held on October 9 through 11 on the San Antonio Riverwalk. This event features performances each day on four different stages, all of which are free. Visitors can expect the accordion players to represent a variety of genres, from Polish classics to songs with a Zydeco spin. Even if you do not think you are an accordion fan, you may be after this fun event!
New World Wine and Food Festival
Later on this fall, you can experience a taste of San Antonio at the New World Wine and Food Festival, taking place November 10 through 15. This event is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, so you can expect an extra-special event this year. The festival brings together the best of area wineries and restaurants to celebrate the culture of food in San Antonio. Events of the festival include tours of Hill Country wineries, tasting events, a lunch at Becker Vineyards, a black tie event, and a “Totally Tejas” event to cap off the week. The festival features events that the whole family can enjoy, and you are sure to have some unforgettable tasting experiences.
Enjoy Tour Opportunities in Vancouver
A metropolitan environment surrounded by immense natural beauty, Vancouver is more than the largest city in the province of British Columbia. It also has the distinction of being host city for the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympic Games, which has thereby transformed the entire city into one of the most illustrious locations along the Pacific Northwest. And in the midst of the early to mid spring months, when the climate is versatile enough to account for golfing and skiing in the same day, there may be no better time to visit the city of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Guests of Vancouver will be greeted with an abundance of tour opportunities. The Whistler Mountain Tour offers its guests a breathtaking view of the Vancouver area’s entire landscape. Along the way, visitors will be presented with shopping opportunities at Whistler Village and a visit to West Coast Railway Heritage Park. An additional trip to Shannon Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in Canada, also highlights the tour.
For a more informative tour, The Vancouver Highlights Tour offers a tour within the city of Vancouver itself. Explore the streets of Vancouver, witness famous Olympic sites, see the beautiful Vancouver Harbour, or simply sit back and let a knowledgeable tour guide inform you about the history of the city.
Those interested in Canada’s famed selection of wines will be pleased with the Vancouver Wine Tour, where visitors will actually travel to different wineries across the region and sample different wines. The tour will not only make for an interesting experience in itself, it will also provide a unique and informative look into the culture of this entire Canadian region.
The Ultimate New Orleans Food Experience
The five-day New Orleans Wine and Food Experience offers a one-of-a-kind event for food and wine lovers, featuring Creole and Cajun cuisine and over 800 different types of wines, making it the perfect destination for food and wine lovers. Aside from sampling the food and wine, restaurant packages and other activities are available, including cooking demos and seminars. In addition, New Orleans has a host of activities of its own, including Royal Street, which features the best upscale sights of New Orleans.
While in New Orleans for this exceptional food experience, Bourbon Street must not be ignored. The heart of the French Quarter, Bourbon Street offers an abundance of unique New Orleans clubs and restaurants, guaranteeing an experience you will be unlikely to find anywhere else. The Southern Comfort Cocktail Tour will be the perfect addition to this food and wine weekend. This tour takes you through the French Quarter, giving you the history of the area and its many bars and restaurants. The highlight of the tour will be exploring the places where some of New Orleans most famous drinks, including Southern Comfort, were made.
To continue your food vacation in New Orleans, consider the Crescent City Nights: A Walking Tour. Walk off some of the food and wine of the weekend on this walking tour through some of New Orleans’ most famous eateries, including Tujague’s Restaurant, established since 1850. The tour ends on Bourbon Street at the Cafe du Monde, world-famous for its coffee and beignets. This tour will be a wonderful addition to the New Orleans Food and Wine Experience.
