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5 TIPS FOR HOSTING FOR THE HOLIDAYS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS YOU CAN’T MISS IN CHARLOTTE ZEN FUSION’S PERFECT WINE + TAPAS PAIRINGS OUR WINE WISH-LIST FOR THE SEASON GUIDE TO CHARLOTTE’S CHRISTMAS PARTIES
+ PLUS HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE WHERE’S THE WINE? IMPRESS YOUR CHEF WINE WORDS OF WISDOM
BROUGHT TO YOU BY WINE & TAPAS WEEK, APRIL 21 -30, 2017
contents What is Wine & Tapas Week? The event you can’t miss on April 21-30, 2017.
Holiday Entertaining Tips Become the hostest with the mostest.
Impress Your Chef 10 cooking gadgets your kitchen needs.
Your Partner from Ready to Results Get to know Gordon Food Service.
Where’s the Wine? Wine shops and bars in Charlotte.
All of the Lights Holiday lights you must see in Charlotte.
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More Wine, Please! The 9 wine gadgets every connoisseur needs.
Holiday Shopping for Everyone Gifts for everyone on your list.
Zen Fusion’s Wine & Tapas Perfect Pairings Three savory dishes and wines you must try.
Here Come the Christmas Parties! Rundown of Charlotte’s hottest Christmas bashes.
Wine Words of Wisdom Advice from Foxcroft Wine’s Conrad Hunter.
Goodbye 2016, Hello 2017! Go out with a bang at these 5 NYE parties.
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WHAT IS Wine and Tapas are like good friends who, even though they have not seen each other for a long time, every time they get together, have a million things to talk about, to laugh about and to enjoy together.
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hey become this perfect combination of aromas and flavors that not only delights your senses, but also enhances the culinary experience.
The relationship between wine and tapas is one of the best. And there is no better place to experience this relationship than in a restaurant with several light hearted styles that – just like red and white wine – have many similarities and differences between them. The social act of having a meal with good company, and sharing an unforgettable experience is what forms part of the Charlotte Wine & Tapas Week. Charlotte’s finest restaurants are joining together to bring you a wine and tapas experience you (and your
tastebuds) will never forget. Starting April 21st through the 30th, we invite you to take a tour of the world, right here in Charlotte. Visit any of the participating locations to enjoy a pre-selected menu of perfectly paired wine and tapas. You will be able to tour your way through Italy’s wine one night, Spain’s flavorful food and bold wines another and then taste your way through Bordeaux’s wines the next. For more information about the Charlotte Wine & Tapas Week and to find out which of Charlotte’s finest restaurants will be taking you on a tour of the world through wine and tapas, please visit us at www.charlottewineandtapasweek.com.
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DO AS MUCH AS YOU CAN IN ADVANCE. To make it easier on you, we suggest having desserts, appetizers and drinks that can be prepared and plated a few hours in advance. You can also make it easier with appetizers by having some store bough nibbles for the appetizer table like olives, nuts and cheese.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A PROFESSIONAL BAKER. For those of you who are excellent bakers, more power to you! If you aren’t a top chef when it comes to baking, there are plenty of cheats out there. Store bought sugar cookies can be half dipped in semisweet chocolate, sprinkled with crushed candy canes and then placed on wax paper to cool. ORGANIZE YOUR PARTY ESSENTIALS AHEAD OF TIME. When you're packing up from your perfect holiday party this year, make sure you organize and label everything so it’s easier for you to find all your hosting essentials next year!
Silicone Spill Stopper Lid
Stop getting over boiling water all over your stove. This silicone spill guard prevent the water from becoming an issue when you forget to stir your pasta or over steam your broccoli. Amazon.com / $9.99
Loch Ness Monster Ladle
Ever wanted your friends to be jealous of your soup? This adorable monster ladle adds some humor to your best pots of soups and stews. Walmart.com / $19.95
Self-Stirring Mug
Don’t get another spoon dirty just to mix your coffee or cocoa. Just click a button and this mug will do the work. BedBathAndBeyond.com / $10
Cake Batter Dispenser
Keep your cupcakes and pancakes mess free with this batter dispenser. Always get the shape and amount you need with ease. Amazon.com / $7.75
Little Guy Spoon Rest Potato Express
Bake your potatoes with ease in the microwave in these potato bags. Making it quick and safe to ensure you have the perfect baked potatoes. Walmart.com / $5.72
Keep your counter clean while cooking with this spoon rest and holder. It holds your spoon while it’s not in the pot and catches the sauce in the tray so you’ll never need wipe down the counter again. WayFair.com / $31.95
Corn Stripper $13.99
Tired of getting corn all over your hands when you try to take the kernels off the cob? The Oxo corn stripper not only easily removes all the corn from the cob, but also measures how much you have taken off to perfect your recipe. Oxo.com / $13.99
Stainless Steel Olive Oil Spray Bottle
Never get olive oil all over your hands again! Simply spray whatever you need from this stainless steel dispenser and move on with no mess. Target.com / $9.99
S’more Maker
Create the perfect s’more from your kitchen. This nifty device allows you to host all the ingredients and roast your marshmallow to a perfect golden brown anywhere. BulbHead.com / $59.99
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KEEP IT SIMPLE. Start your holiday planning with being realistic about how you want things to go, less is really more. Quality beat quantity and stress! By focusing on a few fantastic appetizers, one great main course, a creative centerpiece, one favorite playlist, simple decorations and two standout drink options. All white linens are a great way to keep it simple, yet elegant.
CHEERS, DARLING! A signature cocktail can make your party shine even brighter. And great cocktails like Mulled Cranberry Cocktail, White Cranberry Citrus Punch or Cocoa Nog can be made ahead of time! Another great go-to is some good wine, of course!
Perfectly remove the yolk from your egg with this easy to use silicone yolk separator, so simple and so clean. Amazon.com / $5.37
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We all want to be that friend who makes entertaining look effortless. From show stopping centerpieces to the perfect menu and drinks, no detail is spared. Well, now you can be that host! We’re sharing our expertise to make you become the holiday entertaining expert!
It’s hard to shop for someone who loves cooking, chances are they have every cooking gizmo and gadget under the sun. But we’re here to make it a little easier. We’ve cooked up the perfect list of holiday gifts for you favorite chef!
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We believe in the power of great food - to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every delivery, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the table.
With an integrated team of chefs, dietitians, and experts in your industry, we’ll help you expand your menu and business, while alerting you to safety matters concerning your program and your customers.
WINE LOCATOR
WHERE’S THE WINE? Gearing up for the holidays or maybe just in need of a great glass of wine? There are more specialty wine shops around you than you would think! We’re sharing our favorite wine shops with you because we don’t want you to go through life wondering, ”Where’s the wine?”
ASSORTED TABLE WINE SHOPPE 224 E 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.277.3234 AssortedTableWine.com BOND STREET WINES 605 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28207 704.521.1353 BondStreetWines.com FOXCROFT WINE CO. Kenilworth Commons, 1235 East Blvd., S1, Charlotte, NC 28203 704.602.2133 FoxCroftWine.com FOXCROFT WINE CO. Foxcroft East Shopping Center, 7824 Fairview Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 704.365.6550 PETIT PHILIPPE Tranquil Court, 2820 Selwyn Ave., S160, Charlotte, NC 28209 704.332.9910 PetitPhilippe.com
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PRP WINE INTL. 2220 Hawkins St., Charlotte, NC 28203 704.344.6499 PRPWine.com TOTAL WINE AND MORE 1600 E Woodlawn Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209 704.295.9292 TotalWine.com TOTAL WINE AND MORE Grande Promenade, 440 E. McCullough Dr., Ste. A-100, Charlotte, NC 28262 704.714.1040 TotalWine.com
VINTNER WINE MARKET 8128 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC 28277 704.543.9909 VintnerWineMarketNC.com WINE SHOP 911 E Morehead St., S400 Charlotte, NC 28204 980.430.5554 TheWineShop.net WINE SHOP AT RIVERGATE 14142 Rivergate Pkwy., Charlotte, NC 28273 704.831.9000 TheWineShopAtRivergate.com WINE STORE SOUTHPARK 720 Gov Morrison St., S150, Charlotte, NC 28211 704.442.4024 WineStore-Online.com
Wine Bars BACCHUS WINE AND TAPAS 138 Village View Dr., Mooresville, NC 28117 704.997.2851 BacchusLKN.com THE CABIN 400 N Harbor Place Dr., Davidson, NC 28036 704.237.3629 CABO WINERY 37 Union St., Concord, NC 28025 704.785.9463 CaboWine.com THE CORK AND CASK 9624 Bailey Rd., Cornelius, NC 28031 704.765.5490 TheCorkAndCaskNC.com CORKBUZZ 4905 Ashley Park Ln., Charlotte, NC 28210 704.625.1328 CorkBuzz.com
FOXCROFT WINE CO. Kenilworth Commons 1235 East Blvd., S1, Charlotte, NC 28203 704.602.2133 FoxCroftWine.com FOXCROFT WINE CO. Foxcroft East Shopping Center 7824 Fairview Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 704.365.6550 THE GALLERY 1320 S Church St., Charlotte, NC 28203 980.299.1968 TheGallerySouthEnd.com GRAPE VINE 1012 Market St., Fort Mill, SC 29708 803.802.9989 MyGrapevineOnline.com GRAPES WINE BAR 10530 Northeast Pkwy., Matthews 28105 704.845.0524 GrapesWineBar.net J SAM’S WINE BAR 4625 Piedmont Row Dr., Charlotte, NC 28210 980.406.3761 JSamsPlace.com MARTY’S WINE BAR 23 Union St N., Concord, NC 28025 704.788.9925 M’S WINE AND BEER BAR 19712 One Norman Blvd., Cornelius, NC 28031 980.689.5081 MsOldWineNewSpirits.com POPLAR STREET TAPAS CAFÉ AND WINE BAR 224 W 10th St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.940.5757 PoplarStreetCafeBar.com SYDNEY’S MARTINI AND WINE BAR 401 N Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.503.9060 SydneysMartiniAndWineBar.com
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ARTHUR’S WINE SHOP in Belk at Southpark 4400 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211 704.366.8610 ArthursWineShop.com
VIN MASTER 2000 South Blvd., S610, Charlotte, NC 28203 704.307.5565 TheVinMaster.com
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VIN MASTER Atherton Mill 2000 South Blvd., S610, Charlotte, NC 28203 704.307.5565 TheVinMaster.com VINTAGE WINE LOUNGE 317 S Church St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.332.3273
THE WINE LOFT 2201 South Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203 704.919.0222 WineLoftofCharlotte.com WOODEN VINE WINE BAR AND BISTRO 231 N Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 704.376.8463 TheWoodenVine.com
CHRISTMAS AT BILTMORE
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SPEEDWAY CHRISTMAS
HOLIDAYS AT THE GARDEN
HOLIDAYS AT THE HALL
ALL OF THE LIGHTS It’s the most wonderful time of the year; lights are glistening, carolers are
caroling, hot cocoa is brewing and the of the holidays are here. So, grab your friends, family or date for an evening out to enjoy all of the lights.
McAdenville: Also called Christmas Town USA, McAdenville is a small town about 20 minutes
from Charlotte. This Gaston County town has a tradition in which the entire town is decorated in Christmas lights. It is free to drive through and is great for families or date night.
Holidays at the Hall: NASCAR Hall of Fame is decorated with elves, reindeer, a giant polar bear, snowmen, a life-size snow globe and a 32-foot tall tree full of sparkling lights! November 18th through January 8th, there is even an ice skating rink outside of the Hall of Fame.
Speedway Christmas: Christmas light show with over 3 million christmas lights along a 3.75 Christmas at Biltmore: Christmas at Biltmore celebrates beloved traditions and is the
Holidays at the Garden: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden’s winter wonderland decorated with twinkling lights and festive decor and is a must-see event. In this decade old tradition, the garden exhibits more than 600,000 lights along with illuminated displays!
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Southeast’s most storied holiday destinations. Inspired by a century of festivities, America’s largest home is adorned with more than 70 intricately decorated trees and thousands of lights.
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GIFT GUIDE
It’s no secret that we LOVE wine and we know we’re not alone. So, we sat back with a glass of wine, of course, and created our wine wish-list! Make the vino connoisseur in your life raise a glass to you with these great wine gadgets! High Heel Wine Bottle Opener
Accessorize your accessories with your favorite bottle of wine. Amazon.com / $28.00
Guzzle Buddy
Turn any bottle of wine into a glass with the guzzle buddy. Simply attached it to your favorite bottle and drink away. GuzzleBuddy.com / $29.99
Silicone Wine Glasses, Set of 2
Never break another wine glass again, with these silicon wine glasses you never have to worry about shattered glass and red wine all over your carpet again! ReUseIt.com / $6.95
Chalkboard Wine Stoppers
Label your unfinished wine however you want! Just write on your chalkboard and pop in the cork. BedBathandBeyond.com / $3.99
Holiday Shopping FOR EVERYONE You don’t have to shop until you drop to get everyone on your shopping list their holiday wishes! Everything you need is right here in Charlotte.
HANDPICKED Unique jewelry, fashion accessories, unique sterling silver, monogram and gifts that are originally designed, handmade, hand-picked, locally relevant or a must-have of any season. 1721 Kenilworth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203 // The Arboretum Shopping Center, 8040 Providence Rd #600, Charlotte, NC 28277 // Blakeney, 9816 Rea Rd A, Charlotte, NC 28277 VESTIQUE Vestique offers unique and trendy fashion options including shorts, denim, skirts, dresses, tops, shoes and accessories. Everything in their store is high-quality and under $100, typically ranging between $30-$50. It’s the perfect go-to gift store for any fashionista. Dilworth Gardens Shopping Center, 1532 East Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28203 // Blakeney, 9816 Rea Rd, Suite C Charlotte, NC 28277
Metallic Glass Markers
Identify your glass and decorate creatively with these colorful markers. When your done, just wash off the marks and do it again. WineEnthusiast.com / $14.99
Wine Monkey
Keep your wine toasty and adorable in this sock monkey sweater. WorldMarket.com / $9.99
SOCIAL STATUS Social Status is perfect for your fashion forward fella, they have mixed brands that do not have wide distribution so that they are able to offer unique apparel. Social Status aims to differ themselves from other retail environments, so you’re in for a treat when you buy your guy a holiday gift! 1519 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
Wine Thermometer
Hold up to four bottles of wine and a set of glasses for all your wine storage needs in one convenient place. CrateandBarrel.com / $99.95
Gravity Wine Bottle Holder
Impress your friends and let them wonder how your wine is staying up in this futuristic bottle holder. HomeWetBar.com / $29.95
GREEN WITH ENVY This gem is filled with fun, eclectic necessary luxuries. They have a gift for everyone, for every occasion. From local Charlotte memorabilia, to stationary, jewelry, clothing, candles, lotions, home decor, garden, furniture and work from local artists. They even gift wrap for free! 1111 Central Ave #200, Charlotte, NC 28204
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PAPER SKYSCRAPER Paper Skyscraper was rated the #1 independent store in the US for gift shopping by Yelp reviewers, so how can you go wrong?! 330 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203
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Always have the perfect temperature wine: just snap on this thermometer and adjust where you keep your wine accordingly. BeverageFactory.com / $8.99
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PERFECT PAIRINGS Wine and tapas go together like Batman and Robin, like milk and cookies and like anything else that is simply a perfect pair. We asked wine and tapas expert Phong Luong, owner of Zen Fusion, what his favorite wine and tapas pairings at Zen Fusion are and our mouth’s were watering at his suggestions!
LANGOSTINOS AL PIL PIL Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp in garlic, olive oil, paprika and white wine. PAIRED WITH Brella Pinot Noir, Oregon PAD THAI CHICKEN
CHORIZO SALTEADO Sautéed Spanish sausage in a light tomato sauce with peppers and onions. PAIRED WITH Tangley Oaks Merlot, CA or The Show Malbec, Argentina
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We know you don’t want to wait until April for Charlotte Wine & Tapas Week to enjoy perfectly paired wine and tapas, so come into Zen Fusion, located at 1716 Kenilworth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203, and enjoy these three pairings!
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ASIAN PORK POT STICKERS Pan-fried or steamed pork pot stickers. PAIRED WITH Portillo Sauvignon Blanc, Argentina
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Christmas Parties
Break out the holiday attire and join the rest of Charlotte in celebrating the holidays with these holiday bar crawls and parties!
WORDS OF WISDOM WALKING INTO FOXCROFT WINE you are not overwhelmed by the vast amounts of wine but rather comforted by the immense options available at your finger tips to please your wine wishes. We were able to sit down with Charlotte native and owner, Conrad Hunter, to rack his brain about what we should have on our wine racks this holiday season and to gather some beneficial wine wisdom.
“For the holidays, keep it traditional. Sparkling wine goes with everything. Champagne or Prosecco are great ways to kick off the appetizers or meal. Then with turkey, I recommend a White Burgundy or a light red such as Pinot Noir. A good holiday wine splurge, if you’re feeling up to it, is Brunello, I recommend that but you don’t have to go that costly to impress your guests,” insists Conrad Hunter.
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Bar Crawl: // Saturday, December 10 at 12PM // Slip on your ugliest
sweater and join everyone on for the Ugly Christmas Sweater Bar Crawl. They have a Toys for Tots drop off at registration bar and the locations include Ink N Ivy, SIP Whiskey and Wine Bar, and Brazwells Premium Pub. Tickets: $20 online, $25 day of the event.
Christmas ParTEE: // Tuesday, December 5 at 7PM // This is Charlotte’s premier holiday event at Oak Room benefitting The Cool Kids Campaign and Toys for Tots. This will be Charlotte’s hottest holiday party! Tickets: $35 general admission, $75 early bird VIP, $20 luxury raffle.
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e pointed out that holidays tend to revolve around heavier foods such as turkeys and hams, having a light wine to off set some of the heavier food will help refresh the palate. Keep this in mind when shopping for your holiday wine selection. We moved on to discussing his favorite topic, more wine! He shared great advice on how to go through your wine ventures. “Keep it simple. Don’t complicate it. Find a wine you like to drink, work with a local wine store, develop a relationship so they know your palate and offer suggestions for wines for you to try,” states Hunter. Speaking of finding a wine you like to drink, we were interested in finding out Hunter’s current wine of choice, after some thought, because it
is a challenge to pick just one, Hunter told us that is favorite wine (right now) was Sangiovese and Pinot Noir was in a close second. But, if he were to pair the wine to his favorite tapas on his Foxcroft Wine menu he stated, “Keep it traditional. If you’re going to have tapas, why not have Spanish wine. If you like white wine, for a bottle of Albariño with our Uno Al Volta ricotta spread, which is local from Huntersville. For a red wine lover, I would go with a good red and our lamb sliders, traditional.”
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December 10 at 3PM // The bar crawl locations include uptown bars like: Blackfinn Saloon, Bubble, Conolly’s, Fitzgerald’s, Flight, Howl at the Moon, Prohibition, RiRa, Rooftop 210, Sip, Kandy Bar, The Local, Hooters, Roxbury, Suite, Tilt On Trade, Vida Vida, Whisky River and Tin Roof. They even have great drink specials like: $3 beers, $4 shots and $5 cocktail specials at all locations! Tickets: $17 online, $25 day of the event.
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HELLO, 20 17 ! Before we get into the “new year, new you” shin-dig, it’s a must to send off 2016 in style! If you’re looking for the hottest parties in Charlotte, we have go you covered. Grab the champagne, all your friends and make sure you get into these New Years Eve bashes before they are all sold out!
Charlotte’s Uptown Celebration // 6PM // This is a family-
friendly event at Romare Bearden Park, including crafts, fireworks, a DJ, games, and the raising of the Charlotte Crown!
New Year’s Party at Fahrenheit // Dress in your fabulous attire and enjoy a Fahrenheit four-course meal while you look over the Charlotte skyline to kiss 2016 goodbye! Tickets: $99.
Amo’s Final NYE with Gump Fiction & Cassette Rewind 8PM // Are you Team 80’s or Team 90’s? Come support your
favorite decade in a 80’s vs. 90’s band showdown! Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
New Year’s Eve Ballroom at the Westin // 9PM // You don’t
Roxbury’s 14th Annual “Back to the Future” Bash // 8PM
Admission includes a champagne toast, New Year’s Eve favors, access to four bars and multiple dance floors. Get ready to dance 2016 away! Tickets: $20 before Dec. 29, $25 after.
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want to miss this exciting all-inclusive package from one of Charlotte’s top hotels. The night includes music from DJ Lebron in the La Rumba Ballroom and from DJ LP in the Venetian Ballroom, with playlists ranging from techno-house to pop to rock to hip hop.
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The food scene is ever-changing: seasonal flavors, evolving cuisines, and generational dining preferences. This challenges restaurants to keep pace with fresh ideas and appetizing innovations. So we’re strengthening our commitment to the Carolinas. We’ve expanded our presence with a larger team, new value-added services, and a dedicated distribution center. With new capabilities founded on quality and partnership, we’ll help you pursue exciting possibilities for your business and customers.
Connect with us and learn more at gfs.com/NC