Events

2012 Calendar of Events

January 2012

Thursday, January 12th: American Fine Wine Competition Kick-Off Party. JM Lexus and The Boca Raton Resort will set the stage for the 2012 5th annual Competition and Gala. AFWC VIP Guests and media will come together to share in the details of this years event. Participating sponsors, judges, entertainment and charities will be announced while enjoying the 2011 Award Winning Wines and hors d'oeuvres created by the great chefs of the Boca Raton Resort. Invitation only. 

Sunday, January 15th - Monday January 16th: American Fine Wine Competition Official Judging. Judges, Sponsors, and Media Only.

Thursday, January 19th: Bacchus Beckons Kick-Off Party for the 10th Annual Boca Bacchanal. The Boca Raton Historical Society invites you to Sip, Savor and Toast the 10th anniversary of Boca Bacchanal! Hosted by the Boca Raton Resort & Club, enjoy a lavish reception of savories and sweets, accompanied by a grand assortment of wines as we unveil the 2012 Boca Bacchanal featured Chefs and Vintners. Boca Raton Resort & Club, 6-8pm. Tickets are $75.

Thursday, January 26th: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale: "The Sweet Spot: the Many Flavors of Port." Join us this month as we welcome back Guest Speaker and James Beard Award-winner Lyn Farmer.  Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call 954-262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call 954-525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

February 2012 

Wednesday, February 1st: Private wine tasting for Beaux Arts Fort Lauderdale.

Thursday, February 2nd: Inaugural Country Club Celebrity Chef Showdown for Hospice of Palm Beach. A battle of the best Country Club Chefs - Boca Style! Chefs from some of the finest country clubs in Boca Raton will go knife to knife as they compete in this Iron-Chef style competition. Each chef will be asked to create a signature dish using the same main ingredient. Guests can sample each of the chef's creations, sip savory cocktails, sway to cool jazz and bid on high-end culinary and wine themed silent auction prizes throughout the evening.  A special VIP ticket will include a private pre-reception, champagne welcome, a meet & greet with our special celebrity judges and a VIP Swag Bag! Broken Sound Country Club, 7:00pm - 10:00pm. Regular tickets are $100, VIP tickets are $150.

Friday, February 10th: Boca Bacchanal 2nd Annual Iron Chef Competition. Join us as teams will compete in a hands-on experience which includes table setting and centerpiece design, cooking a four-course dinner, wine tasting and awards program. Call your friends and build a team for a fun, competitive and delicious night out! Boca Raton Resort and Club, 6:30pm. Tickets are $150. 

Wednesday, February 22nd: Private Event

Thursday, February 23rd: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale: Theme TBA Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call 954-262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call 954-525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

March 2012

Thursday, March 8th: Wine Pairing & Cooking Demonstration at Bloomingdale's Boca Town Center. Kick off the 10th Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting with ultimate cooking demonstration and wine pairing. Meet special guests Scott Browne, Executive Chef of Uncle Julio's, and Stephanie Miskew, Wine Writer and Sommelier. Learn tips for creating the ultimate meal at home while our wine expert leads you through a series of wine varietals. Reservations are required and fee is $20. Reserve your spot by calling 561-394-2228. Bloomingdales will be donating 10% of tracked sales to the Boca Raton Historical Society.

Friday, March 23rd: Boca Bacchanal - Vintner Dinners. Celebrated Chefs will pair with prized Vintners to create memorable dining experiences in Private Residences. Dinners start at 7:00pm, tickets are $300.

Saturday, March 24th: Boca Bacchanal - Bacchus Bash. Celebrate the 10th Anniversary while you sip, dine and bid at this extravaganza of sensational food and wine created with the encore participation of the Vintner Dinner Chefs and Vintners. Join us for a reception featuring signature dishes in a by-the-bite fashion and a multi-course feast prepared by Boca Raton & Club Executive Chef Andrew Roenbeck, silent and live auctions offering fabulous wine, travel, cuisine and lifestyle lots up for bid, dancing and revelry. Boca Raton Resort and Club, event starts at 6:00pm. Tickets are $250.

Sunday, March 25th: Boca Bacchanal - The Grand Tasting. Sip, savor and stroll your way through this alfresco luncheon revelry on the tented green. Enjoy delicious by-the-bite specialties from 30 top local restaurants, and exceptional presentation of 140 featured wines, and experience the herbs, produce, specialty oils and foods in "The Marketplace."

Thursday, March 29th: Private Event 

April 2012

Thursday, April 5th: Country Club Chef Showdown Sponsor Appreciation Event. Bloomingdales 6pm-9pm. Invitation Only.

Friday, April 13th: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale: "Pick a Peck of Pinots: Compare & Contrast Pinot Noirs from the West Coast of the US!" Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call 954-262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call 954-525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

Thursday, April 19th: 5th Annual American Fine Wine Competition Gala Dinner: Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the 2012 American Fine Wine Competition will feature a star-studded Gala Dinner, with acclaimed chef Emeril Lagasse and announcer Alan Kalter (Late Show with Letterman) live, on-stage. Event will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club and starts at 6pm. Tickets are $300.

May 2012 

Saturday, May 5th: Private Event

Thursday, May 24th: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale: "Spring Fling: Enjoy Wines that Pair with the Fresh Flavors of Spring!" Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call 954-262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call 954-525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

June 2012

Wednesday, June 6th: "An Evening of Venetian Style with the Wines of Masi!" Our "Savor the Summer" wine dinner series with Max's Harvest kicks off this month with the fabulous wines of Masi from Italy's famed Veneto region. Our special guest, US Director Tony Apostolakos, will take us on a guided tour of six Masi wines paired with a six-course tasting menu deliciously executed by Executive Chef Chris Miracolo. 7pm - Tickets are $125 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations required, please call (561)381-9970.

Thursday, June 28th: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art, Fort Lauderdale: "Alternative Grapes: Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Wines Made from Obscure Grape Varieties!" Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call (954)262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call (954)525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

July 2012 

Wednesday, July 11th: "The Fabulous Flavors of Summer!" Our "Savor the Summer" wine dinner series with Max's Harvest continues with Certified Sommelier and Wine Educator Stephanie Miskew - yours truly! Please join me as I explore wines that pair with your favorite Summer fare. Featured wines will be paired with a six-course tasting menu deliciously executed by Executive Chef Chris Miracolo. 7pm - Tickets are $125 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations required, please call (561)381-9970.

Thursday, July 19th: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale: "The Rosé Lifestyle of St. Tropez: Experience the Exquisite Rosés of Chateau d'Esclans with Special Guest Paul Chevalier!" Cost is $35 per person (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call (954)262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call (954)525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.

August 2012  

Wednesday, August 1st: "The Rosé Lifestyle of St. Tropez!" Our "Savor the Summer" wine dinner series with Max's Harvest continues with the exquisite Rosés of Chateau d'Esclans and our Special Guest, International Fine Wine Director Paul Chevalier. Featured wines will be paired with a six-course tasting menu deliciously executed by Executive Chef Chris Miracolo. 7pm - Tickets are $125 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations required, please call (561)381-9970.

Thursday, August 23rd: The Art of Wine & Food Series at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale presents The South Florida Premier of "El Camino del Vino" featuring World Renowned Sommelier Charlie Arturaola. Evening includes screening of the film followed by reception featuring a selection of wine, hors d'oeuvres and a Q & A with the film's star. Cost is $50 per person for this special event (credit cards accepted). Reservations are required; seating is limited. To RSVP, please call (954)262-0249 or email gvilone@moafl.org. For general information about the Museum, please call (954)525-5500 or visit www.moafl.org.