If you’re looking for a great way to break in your new Chicago apartment and have a little fun in the process, a wine tasting is an excellent way to go. This is an upscale and rather easy way to plan a party that offers a little class and sophistication in the process.
Putting together a wine tasting doesn’t have to be a difficult prospect. If you want to have a great time and do only a small amount of work in the process try these ideas:
Hit the Internet
The internet is one of the best places to go. Here you will find ideas for wine and cheese pairings, dinner party ideas that blend the right wines with the right foods and more. You’ll also be able to find some incredible party supplies that might not be available from Chicago retailers.
Call Specialty Wine Importers
Some wine importers are willing to bring out their offerings to wine tasting parties. While their intent will be to sell the wines they bring along, this is a unique twist that takes most of the burden of party planning off of you. In some cases, wine importers or stores will even bring out wines from locations you’ve never heard of. You and your guests can travel the world without leaving your Chicago apartment.
Visit Wine Stores
Wine specialty stores are cropping up all over the country. Chicago has more than its share of these locations. Many are willing to help with party planning by suggesting wines to include and dishes to serve along with them. Below are reviews of a few Chicago Wine shops:
- Sam’s Wine and Spirits
- Binny’s Beverage Depot
- Wine Discount Center
- Que Syrah Fine Wines
- Just Grapes
- Kafka Wine Co
Set the Menu
You’re going to want to decide if you’re doing a dinner party or just a simple wine and cheese tasting. Both can be relatively easy, but the latter is typically the easiest to plan. Once you decide, set the menu and consult Internet sources or wine experts found in stores to pick the perfect wines to serve along with the fare that’s planned. Check out the links below for menu ideas:
- Wine and Cheese Party Checklist
- How to Throw a Wine Tasting Party
- Basics of Hosting a Wine Tasting
- A Wine Tasting Menu
Don’t forget to include some soft drinks in the mix. Not everyone will want to try too many wines and then drive home!
Send Out the Invitations
Wine tasting parties are a big hit. To make sure you have enough of everything to go around, send out invitations early in the process and do ask guests to RSVP.
Entertaining can be a little easier than most people realize. A simple wine tasting with cheese, fresh fruits and crackers can be an excellent way to have fun and take it easy, too.
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