Cuisine of Queens & Beyond and The Burger Battle of the Boroughs

at Astoria World Manor

Begins May 20, 2008 6:00 PM

Astoria, Queens Astoria New York United States

Dish du Jour Magazine's 6th Annual Food & Wine Event
The Cuisine of Queens & Beyond
and for the first time ever....
The Burger Battle of the Boroughs

Join us for an evening of food, wine, beer and great desserts as you taste the delicious fare from over 50 top restaurants gourmet and pastry shops, wine and beer companies.

And..for the very first time cheer for your favorite burger as seven of New York's best known burger restaurants compete for the title of "Best Burger in the Boroughs" in a cook-off which takes place during the food and wine event.

Judges and celebrity guests as this event are:

Chef Terrance Brennan, 2008 James Beard Best Chef Nominee

Kelly Choi, Producer & Host NYC TV's EAT OUT NEW YORK

Tony Tantillo, CBS2HD Food Expert

Arthur Schwartz - Cookbook author aka as "The Food Maven"

George Motz - award winning director, author of Hamburger American

Josh Ozersky - On-line editor for NY Magazine's Grub Street and James Beard Nominee

And from Bravo TV's Top Chef
Dave Martin
Josie Smith Malave
Lee Anne Wong
Andrea Beaman

Also on hand will be Phoebe Damroush, author: Service Included: Secrets of a Five Star Restaurant

Bring your best smile at Kelly Choi brings her camera crew to film this event! See you all there!

Cupcake Social 2.0

at The Delancey

Runs Thursday, May 08, 2008 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (2 hours).

Lower East Side New York New York United States

Dessert Meetups > Cupcakes Take The Cake Meetup Group

Cupcake Social 2.0 Cupcakes + New York Tech Community = Yum! Cupcakes Take The Cake Bloggers invite you be social offline with angels, bloggers, developers and founders who love cupcakes!

Cupcakes will be from Sugar Sweet Sunshine, but feel free to bring cupcakes to share. It's a social, you know.

Sponsored by Sk*rt, Bakespace, FoodCandy and 485i.

We reserved the space for only 75 people, so please RSVP if you sure you are coming. We will sit, eat cupcakes and meet new people. CASH BAR. Free cupcakes while they last. The party is from 7PM-9PM, so come early!

See you at The Delancey's Rooftop Bar!

Thanks!
Nichelle

The New Media Tastemakers Summit on New Media and Video 2.0

at Supperclub

Runs Friday, May 02, 2008 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM (8.5 hours).

San Francisco California United States

http://www.NewMediaTastemakers.com

A first-of-its-kind gathering of some of the most important Digital Media, Traditional Media, Online Video and Web 2.0 producers, platforms and startups specifically focused on the lucrative & highly influential Lifestyle categories of: FOOD & WINE, FASHION & DESIGN, AND REGIONAL/CITY SITES.

At the NMT's NEW MEDIA & VIDEO 2.0 SUMMIT, participants will meet, discuss, network and share with similar Lifestyle content creators, editors, executives and directors as well as with the technologists, investors, strategists and marketers behind well-known blogs, video sites, podcasts, mobile systems, and networks. Find out more about the latest industry developments, uncover potential partners, and explore ways to survive and thrive.

Over twenty high-profile companies will be expert speakers and panelists, including:

Kickapps
YouTube
Yelp
Turnhere
SFStation/Boulevard Networks
Burst Media / CD Kitchen
LA.com Like.com
TasteTV
....and more to be announced

No other conference or summit specifically focuses on the culture-shaping and consumer-driving Lifestyle categories of New Media, nor on their influence, creativity, profitability, dynamics, key players, innovations, and future. Don't miss it.

To guarantee that the summit has high-resonance and business value to all attendees and participants, THE NMT's NEW MEDIA & VIDEO 2.0 SUMMIT will have a limited number of spaces available. http://www.NewMediaTastemakers.com

NYCDAT's Beer, Cheese and Pickle Fest

at jimmy's on 7th street

Runs Tuesday, April 22, 2008 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM (3.5 hours).

East Village New York New York United States

An assortment of pickled goodness from Rick's Picks, Artisan Cheese from Saxelby Cheesemongers, and Craft Beer available at Jimmy's No. 43 specifically paired with one another to make delectable sums greater than their individual parts. Hosted by Mary Izett and Chris Cuzme of the New York City Degustation Advisory Team. Possible appearances by Rick of Rick's Picks and Anne Saxelby of Saxelby Cheesemongers. More info at www.nycdat.com. There will be two sessions: 6:30 and 8:30.

Sixth Annual Queens ...A Taste of the World

at USTA - Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Runs Monday, April 14, 2008 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (2 hours).

Flushing, Queens New York United States

An evening of sumptuous sampling of Queens' culinary diversity. Come and sample the cuisines of the world - without leaving your backyard! Featuring approximately 40 restaurants specializing in various ethinic cuisines including Korean, Italian, Indian, Japanese, Portuguese, etc. you're sure to find something to please your palate!

San Francisco International Chocolate Salon - April 13th

at Postal code 94123, United States

Runs Sunday, April 13, 2008 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM (8 hours).

Marina District San Francisco California United States

The finest major chocolate show on the West Coast takes place this Spring at the 2nd Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON, Sunday April 13, 2008 at the Fort Mason Conference Center in San Francisco.

The Second Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON participants include NEWTREE Gourmet Belgian Chocolate, The TeaRoom, Coco-luxe Confections, Saratoga Chocolates, Sacred Chocolate, Guittard Chocolate, The Chocolate Traveler, San Francisco Toffee Company, Scharffen Berger, Christopher Elbow Artisanal Chocolate, Chocoholics Divine Desserts, Cosmic Chocolate, Poco Dolce, The Xocolate Bar, Jade Chocolates, Ghirardelli Chocolate, Gateau et Ganache, Charles Chocolates, Amano Artisan Chocolate, Trader Joes, Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe, Rushburn Toffee Company, Chuao Chocolatier, Schoggi, Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker, Coco Delice Fine Chocolates, Vermeer Dutch Chocolate Cream Liqueur, Nespresso, Silver Stone Wines, Sol Rouge Winery, Victorian Chocolate Molds, Le Creuset, Swissmar, Putumayo World Music, Chocolate Television and TasteTV, and more.

Salon highlights feature chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks, wine pairings, a live chocolate body frosting demonstration, ongoing interviews by TasteTV's Chocolate Television program, and book signings of the newest Intenational Chocolate Salon publication, "The Chocolate Guide (2008 Western Edition)". http://www.SFChocolateSalon.com Advance Discount tickets are available.

Brazilian OCHO LOCO Party!

at L'Orange Bleu

Begins Monday, March 31, 2008 6:00 PM

Soho New York New York United States

Try Brazilian Flavor all for 88-cents! I'd like to invite you to the 8coupons "OCHO LOCO" event on March 31, 2008 at L'Orange Bleue in SoHo - Brazilian OCHO LOCO Party for 88-cents - includes a cocktail (Caiprihinia), live Brazilian band, dance/music lesson, and appetizer (Pao de Queijo) for 88-cents! It's part of 8coupons' crazy 8 promotions. Not catch, you just need to text yourself a mobile coupon from 8coupons.com

Romeo's Euro Café Presents Pepper Tree

at Romeo's Euro Café

Begins Monday, March 31, 2008 9:30 PM

Gilbert Arizona United States

Romeo's Euro Café presents an evening of food and wine featuring wines from Pepper Tree and, of course, some fantastic food. Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, March 31st, 2008. The <a href="http://www.eurocafe.com/userimages/20080207004.pdf">menu is available as an Acrobat PDF</a> on our <a href="http://www.eurocafe.com/menus.html">Event Menus</a> page. We also have a <a href="http://www.eurocafe.com/gallery.html?galleryid=20080207001">gallery of preview images</a> of the food. The cost is $45 per person plus tax and gratuity. Our wine dinners fill up quickly so, call 480-962-4224 or <a href="http://www.eurocafe.com/Static/Contact_Us.html">Contact Us</a> to make your reservations now!

NYCDAT's Chocolate, Cheese and Beer Pairing (March 08')

at jimmy's on 7th street

Begins Tuesday, March 11, 2008 6:30 AM

East Village New York New York United States

Specialty Chocolates, Artisanal Cheeses, and Craft Beers are specifically paired with one another to make delectable trios greater than their individual parts. Hosted by Mary Izett and Chris Cuzme of NYC's Degustation Advisory Team (www.nycdat.com),the pairing will feature artisanal cheeses brought by Anne Saxelby (www.saxelbycheese.com), & an assortment of different specialty chocolates.

The New York City Degustation Advisory Team is
dedicated to the promotion and appreciation of craft beer through creative and delectable food pairing.

4 identical sessions are available in March 08': March 11 (6:30 & 8:30) and March 26 (6:30 & 8:30). Tickets must be purchased in advance from http://www.nycdat.com, or brownpapertickets.com.

Wine & Culture of Tuscany

at Cafe Notte Wine Bar

Begins Wednesday, March 05, 2008 8:00 PM

Upper East Side New York New York United States

Join us for a Wednesday evening Wine Tasting event where we explore Tuscany via wine, cuisine, music and art. Sample an expert-compiled selection of five Tuscan Wines, paired with a buffet display of Italian, gourmet cured meats and cheeses while socializing with an interesting, international group of individuals. The event is open to singles as well as couples in the mid 20s to mid 40s age group. Our hostesses will be on hand to make introductions and an experienced Sommelier will be introducing the wines.

About Organizer
Event By E is an event company specializing in social events with a cultural, intellectuall twist. Our wine & Spirits tasting events take place monthly and explore different cultures and region around the world. Visit www.eventbye.com for more info.

About Venue
Stylish Internet café by day and upscale wine bar by night. The recently opened Cafe Notte features floor to ceiling wine racks with over 100 fine international and domestic wines, including a "40 under 40" wine list that will impress even the most discerning oenophile. The space also holds a sleek, private lounge area for private events.