Weinfest 2012
All summer long in Germany someone, somewhere is having a Weinfest. We are bringing that tradition here, so join us for good food and good wine!
The Germans have a long tradition of winemaking with history going back to Roman times. They planted indigenous grapes in what is now known as the Mosel River Valley; home to the longest continuous planting of Riesling in the world. No less a figure than Charlemagne is supposedly responsible for founding the Rheingau wine-growing region.
Our menu this year will include traditional German wine region meal Zweibelkuchen (onion pizza); classic meal Veal Marsala, made with organic veal from Meadow’s Pride Farm; mussels in wine broth; pan fried sole with a creamy wine sauce, mixed grilled summer vegetables and port-soaked cherries on pound cake. Add a glass of wine and there's no better way to spend a summer evening!
» Take a look at the complete Weinfest menu!
We look forward to seeing you at Weinfest! In addition to the great food, we will feature wine samples, wine flights, and wine related prizes. It's a celebration of wine!
Weinfest menu cover contest
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Each day of Weinfest we will have a different feature or event. It's a great chance to try something new or learn something about wine!
PRIZES
We're pleased to announce that Lake Wine and Spirits is partnering with us for Weinfest! We'll have coupons for wine, $25 gift certificates to the store, and bottles of wine for prizes!
Lake Wine and Spirits is at 404 W. Lake Street (Lake and Grand). They have a great selection of wine, beer & liquor and a gourmet cheese shop!
Each day of Weinfest we will be giving away daily prizes in random drawings. Prizes include bottles of wine, gift certificates and more! Enter our grand prize drawing to win your own winemaking experience! We are partnering with Vine Park Brewing Company to give you a chance to make your own wine. Choose your own grapes, design your own label and - after a few months - go home with your own unique wine! A $245 value! Enter throughout Weinfest. We will draw a winner on July 30th.
Get a free wine lesson at your table! Available at various times throughout Weinfest. It’s your chance to ask any wine questions you have and be able to taste the answers.
Every night we will give away a bottle of wine to one lucky diner!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND FEATURES
Friday, July 20, 2012
German wine day
Free samples of a "Classic" German wine
Random prize drawing for free bottle of German wine from Lake Wine & Spirits
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Dry German wine day
Free samples of dry German wine
Random prize drawing for free bottle of German wine from Lake Wine & Spirits
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Organ Recital
Rare treats! Fresh, organic veal kidneys, liver, sweetbreads, heart, tongue and marrow. Served as small plates – pick and choose or get the works!
Pair your offal with some wine at $2 off per glass
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Monday, July 23, 2012
Lightweight wine day
Free sample of a low-alcohol German wine (you'll be surprised at how tasty it is!)
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Dessert wine day
All chocolate desserts come with a free 1 oz taste of the Black Forest chocolate cherry wine from Maiden Wines.
Apple Strudel and other (non-chocolate) desserts come with a free 1 oz sample of Eiswein
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Austrian wine day
Free samples of an Austrian wine
Random prize drawing for a free bottle of wine
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Thursday, July 26, 2012
German Cheese & wine day
All orders for any wine sampler come with Obazta spread & bread
Random prize drawing for free bottle of German wine
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Friday, July 27, 2012
Apple wine day
Free samples of Possmann Frankfurter apple wine
Special price on Rippchen with a glass of apple wine
Special price on Ribs & Kraut with a glass of apple wine
Random prize drawing for free bottle of apple wine
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Saturday, July 28, 2012
German red wine day
Free samples of a red German wine
Random prize drawing for free bottle of wine
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Sekt day (German sparkling wine)
Free samples of Sekt
Special gift for celebrations (and a special price on bottles of Sekt)
Random prize drawing for $25 gift certificate to Lake Wine & Spirits
Coupons for 10% off wine at Lake Wine & Spirits