The inaugural SF Chefs. Food. Wine. Event is a showcase for what is happening right now in food, wine, cocktails, and restaurants in the Bay Area. The event includes four days of classes, tastings, dinners and events all based on Union Square. San Francisco leads the way when it comes to sustainable ingredients and eco-friendly products. Watch and listen as S.F. bay area winemakers and bartenders enlighten on the benefits and joys of being “green” in the wine and cocktail scene! There are several events taking place from Aug. 6-9, and some 'green' highlights are below. Friday August 7th at 4 p.m. Green Cocktails (Contest Giveaway Information below) - H. Joseph Ehrmann (Elixir), Scott Beattie (author, Artisanal Cocktails), and Thad Vogler (Bar Agricole)discuss how organic ingredients and spirits build a great cocktail. Friday August 7th at 4 p.m. Dynamic biodynamic wines - Paul Dolan (Mendocino Wine Co.) leads a tasting and discussion of biodynamic wine with Ivo Jeramaz (Grgich Hills Estate), Virginia Lambrix (Truett-Hurst Vineyards), and Rodrigo Soto (Benziger Family Winery). Sunday, August 9 There will be an heirloom seed discussion with a chef and seed preservationist whom will share their insights and the advantages of the importance of cooking with produce grown from ancient seeds. There will also be a wine-making session along with many other events. Evolving and current program and details can be found at http://www.sfchefsfoodwine.com/Schedule.aspx. Gratitude Gourmet has Two August 7 @4pm 'Green Cocktails' Event tickets to giveaway to 2 lucky winners! Just share your favorite Green Cocktail Recipe on this Blog Post. Two lucky winners will be notified by July 29 via email.
sfepicurean
7/9/2009 12:00:48 pm
Friday looks like a great line up--and Thad Vogler is awesome.
Liz
7/14/2009 07:02:50 am
The best green cocktail is a mojito made from fresh, fresh ingredients - including the mint growing in my garden. I like it with lots of fresh squeezed lemon and lime juice and a Nicaraguan rum is best if possible!
Allison
7/14/2009 08:14:32 am
Shot and half Papagayo Organic Rum
Tiffany
7/14/2009 09:18:37 am
1.5 oz Vodka (Tito's is great!)
1 1/2 oz Tru Organic Gin
Inna Leavitt
7/29/2009 12:48:55 pm
VeeV Ginger Fizz Comments are closed.
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