THURSDAY
World Cup of Wine: Kickoff Event
When: Thurs June 3, 7 PM - 9 PM
Where: Vintage Berkeley, 2949 College Ave., Berkeley
In honor of the World Cup, the World Cup of Wine series is a friendly competition between the wine-growing regions of the world, putting reputations aside and letting us, the drinkers, decide! This is an elimination-style tournament, and it kicks off tonight at Vintage Berkeley in Elmwood with a taste-off between France and South Africa. Six wines from each country will be sampled ($15).
Contact: 510-549-950, Event info.
Bollywood Cocktail Party at Dosa on Fillmore
When: June 3, 2019 9 PM - close.
Where: Dosa, 1700 Fillmore St at Post.
Swing by Dosa tonight for a journey to Bollywood that explores six of Dosa's new Bollywood-inspired cocktails (we're talking indian spices, cocktails in coconuts, orchid garnishings and duck-fat washed Scotch Whiskey.) Also on scene will be the up and coming artist Eddie Colla, who is responsible for the new installation mounted in DOSA that was inspired by Bombay and Bollywood. [Note: never any cover, but it is a cash bar.] Event details.
SATURDAY
Brick Yard Restaurant and Bar Opening
When: June 5, 2010, 10 AM
Where: 1787 Union St at Octavia
This may just be your new place to watch the game, nosh on upscale pub food, toss back some classic cold ones, and just bask in the posh living room turned bar interior. Opening just in time for the festivities on Union Street, they have an eclectic but rich looking menu and a 24-choice deep list of pints to begin the day off right. Look forward to unique sliders (Ahi Tuna Melt with Fresh Tomato and Gruyere Cheese), mouth watering appetizers (we're excited for their Apple Wood Smoked Quail with Plum and Black Pepper Chutney and Couscous), and pizzas you just can't find elsewhere (we've never even seen a Fig Prosciutto and Watercress with Shaved Parmesan pizza before, but damn we wish we had.)
Contact: 415-400-4712
2010 Belmont Stakes Wine Festival
When: June 5, 2010; Noon - 4 PM
Where: Golden Gate Fields, 1100 Eastshore Highway
Enjoy a great day of live racing and wine tasting at Golden Gate Fields. This is a chance to sample a wide variety of wines from more than ten winteries from the East Bay Vintner’s Alliance. For just $20 you will receive: a Golden Gate Fields signature wine glass, five wine tastings, food samplings, live music and an art exhibit by the Point Richmond Art Collective. Plus, if you happen to play the ponies, Jockey Russell Baze will be available to sign autographs for individuals that make donations to the Race Track Chaplaincy of America while you watch and wager on the final leg of the Triple Crown – the Belmont Stakes!
Event details. $4 general admission, $20 for 5 tastes, $30 for 12 tastes.
Crush Barrel Wine Market
When: June 5, 2010; 12 PM - 5 PM
Where: Fort Mason Center Fleet Room, 99 Marina Blvd.
Enjoy a full day of unlimited wine tasting on the beautiful San Francisco waterfront. The Crush Barrel Wine Market will feature wines from over 30 vineyards, specialty vendors, cheese makers, and live music by The Dreaded Truth. Tickets are $55 (but check out this current deal at Bloomspot, and you'll get in for only $25, along with a $10 voucher toward your first wine purchase.)
SUNDAY
Union Street Art Festival
When: Saturday and Sunday, June 5-6; 10 AM - 6 PM
Where: Union Street (we bet you got that part), bet. Gough and Steiner
Marking its 34th year, the Union Street Art Festival is an enormous (and did we mention free) annual event - this year featuring arts and crafts created with recyclable and sustainable materials at the eastern entrance, alongside eco-friendly informative exhibits. There will also be their traditional fare of over 150 arts and crafts booths showcasing their wares, along with 25 gourmet food booths, your typical outdoor beer gardens, two stages with live entertainment, bistro cafes along the way, and no end to what your people-watching skills might unearth. For more info.
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