Celebrity Wine Tasting Party Idea

Last night my husband and I attended a wine tasting that had a really fun theme "Celebrity Wines". It was a blind taste test and everyone was given 3 glasses and 3 pours per round. The bottles were covered in bags and numbered. The host gave a clue for each # and the guests had to determine from the clue the name of the celebrity that was on the bottle or had the winery (you'd be surprised at how many have vineyards). After tasting determine the wine such as Chardonnay or Shiraz and so on. At the end of the 9 tastings, we voted on which 2 wines were the best of the lot. The host then told the price of each bottle. Turns out I chose the 2 most expensive wines. Hmmmmm.

If you google "celebrity wines" you can find a lot of selections for your party or you can go to your favorite wine store and make selections. Each participant paid $15.00 and brought an appetizer to share. Great party. Great idea. Give it a try.
Later, Sandy

Blahs

Some mornings I just don't feel like getting out of bed......nothing inspires me to rise.....don't feel like taking a walk.......cleaning the house or doing the laundry doesn't sound appealing.......reading the newspaper or a good book doesn't peak my interest......What happens on those days when you just don't want to get out of bed? Is it the cloudy day? Lack of energy? Same old thing every day? Am I alone out there? Does anyone else ever get these kind of days? If so, wanna go out for coffee and talk? I think that might help. Yes, liquid and chatter. hmmm
Later, Sandy

Back From Hilton Head

Tumbling into the waves at Hilton Head, South Carolina gave me a warm sense of comfort and relaxation. Just three weeks before I had forced my feet to wade over the hard round rocks leading into the ice cold waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Once in the water my body adjusted only slightly to the frigid shock and although vigorously jumping and swimming about to keep the body temperature up - the temptation to run back to shore overcame my desire to boast of my interlude with the waters in the south of France. Flat solid sand met my soles in the Atlantic leading me into tepid salty clear water.Glorious sensation.Perfect conditions.But I shall keep it my secret. You see, thousands upon thousands of gas economy sized vehicles were taking over the highways in France the weekend we left.It was the time for school children to be out and everyone was on "holiday".All going in the same direction - south. If they find out our beaches are worth the trip, they might come. Shhhhh. Let's keep it to ourselves.

Wine Enthusiast

Spent a few weeks in France this summer and are envious of the prices the French pay for good wine.Also spent time in Canada at the wineries and found some acceptable vineyards with okay prices.The challenge now is to find decent wines for under $10.00 (used to be our hobby to find under $20 wines but now think the stakes are too high). Share your find with everyone if you know of a good wine for a terrific price. Looking forward to hearing from you and stocking our wine cabinet. Cheers.
Later, Sandy

Hilton Head

Going to Hilton Head Island for the first time. Any tips on where to hang out or tips on places to avoid? Thanks. Later,Sandy

World Clock

Just got an email from friends in Arizona that is awesome. Great articles that are worth a peek. Check it out and share your thoughts.

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