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 The American Wine Society had its annual Rose’ wine event. This event is hosted in the beautiful backyard/garden of a West Michigan member of the AWS in Muskegon, MI. As you can see there is plenty of food and wine. The conversations were fun and educational. Not all the food that was there is pictured, […]

Karen and Craig Willand were our hosts for wonderful wine get together with a Summer Party Pairings theme. They presented us with some general information on food and wine pairings (even providing us with a takeaway “cheat sheet” we could use for future reference) before presenting two rounds of white and red wines from the Rhone

Twenty members of the American Wine Society-Grand Rapids Chapter held a Cab Franc tasting. We were fortunate to have Robin from Mega-Bev, who has worked in the industry for the last 35 years, give us an explanation of each of the six wines as pictured. The purpose of this tasting was to educate ourselves on

Memories and friendships were made at the American Wine Society’s pig roast. Thirty-six people attending enjoying great food from Quality Catering and many good wines to enjoy with dinner.

We had a fabulous Tuscan wine tasting at Rick and Marietta’s. About half of the wines were small wineries they visited while in Italy. I was delighted with the Pecorino cheese made from sheep’s milk. Pictures of the food are just a small portion of the wonderful donations of breads, fresh olive oil, stuffed mushrooms,

A great time was had at the wine and food pairing dinner at the Derby Tavern in Hudsonville, MI. The menu included Parmesan Bacon Fat Popcorn with rosemary infusion, Parmesan Crisp Arugula and Blackened Shrimp, Fresh Herb and Garlic sous Fondant Potatoes and Creme Brulee Cheesecake. The wines were Golden Love Sparkling Brute, Peirano Viognier,

We had a wonderful wine (and rum) social with the members of the Grand Rapids Chapter of the AWS.  Everyone brought food, wine and spirits to share.

 Twenty people met at Pietro’s for the Pizza and Chianti dinner. The dinner started with a refreshing glass of Prosecco, then we ordered the 14-inch pizza with a choice of 4 toppings. We also received a bottle of 2020 Straccali Chianti per couple, which everyone thought was a great wine. The Grand Rapids Chapter welcomed

Eighteen members of the American Wine Society, Grand Rapids Chapter met at the Pour Michigan Wine Barn in Cedar Springs for an afternoon of food, wine and a social time. As always, we had a great time with old friends – making some new friends as well.