Enoterra Turns 5: Birthday Wine & Tapas Carnival

Need I say more?

Enoterra Wine Bar & Restaurant is one of the best places in Beijing to enjoy quality, affordable wines. That is something worth raising your glass for!

Celebrate the past 5 years of success together with Enoterra Wine Bar & Restaurant with unlimited tapas and wine for only RMB 200 per person, a ridiculously good deal for all-you-can-drink wine and tapas all night.

I have no doubt the place will be a madhouse more than a birthday carnival with a deal like this.

I just hope for Enoterra’s sake that everyone and their mom won’t be taking advantage of this “too good to be true” promise…!

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, May 18, 2012

• Time: 6PM-late

• Location: Enoterra Wine Bar & Restaurant

• Address: D405, Nali Huayuan, 81 Sanlitun Beilu,

  三里屯北路81号那里花园D405

• Tel: 5208-6076

• Contact:  info@enoterra.net

Get Wine’d Up After Work: Modo’s Spring Wine Promo

Seems a bit silly to talk about Spring after a massive snow dump in Beijing this past weekend, but it is mid-March and regardless of the wacky weather, I do feel the revitalizing Spring energy in the air!

How appropriate that Modo just launched their new Spring Wine Promotion with half-priced wines during weekday (Mon-Thurs) After-Work Happy Hour from 6-8PM available NOW until the end of May 2012.

“Hip up your week with an after-work wined-up. Get your hands on MODO’s self service wine bar and taste 8 different wine labels by the glass, half priced from Mondays to Thursdays, 6pm to 8pm. The 8 wines are available in MODO’s Enomatic wine dispenser machine; top up a wine card with any credit and enjoy the tasting at half priced glasses.”                              

- Christina Aman Riglet, Modo & Mosto’s Marketing Manager

Modo’s Magical Enomatic Wine Dispenser Machine

A bit of Gossip from the “M” Team:

Sister restaurant Mosto is expanding their space to include “open more seats, a private dining room and more outdoor seats for terrace aficionados!”  Expected new space opening within next two weeks!  Stay tuned for an updated LDS review of Mosto and their newly expanded space!

LDS Links to Previous Articles on MODO:

*Modo’s One Year Anniversary Small Plate Feast

*Modo Monsters Devour New Menu

*LumDimSummary: Modo’s Charity Dinner for Japan

*More Reasons to Love Modo (Modo’s crazy cool wine dispensers have got wine geeks hooked)

*Do It the “Modo Way”

Modo’s Contact Details:

• Located between Karaiya Spice House and Tony Studio on 3rd Floor of Sanlitun Village: S10-31, 3/F, Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Rd

• 三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区8号楼S10-31

• Tel: 6415-7207

Napa in a Nutshell: Wine & Dine Napa in Just 24 Hours

The Napa Valley/Sonoma County area is just one of those magical places everyone ought to visit at least once in their lifetime. This photo was taken just after sunrise on a hot air balloon ride over all of Napa Valley just when the world is beginning to wake up. (I highly recommend for everyone to do this hot air balloon ride during their visit to Napa).  As you can see, even in January, the middle of winter, Napa is covered in green with acres of vineyards and surrounded by grassy mountains covered in trees.

Renowned for their exceptional wineries and acres and acres of vineyards, this is so much more than just a place to visit to get trashed off wine tastings, but it’s a lovely place to drive through and even just to explore by foot.

This was, by far, one of my favorite stops along our trip around California. Napa Valley is a place you can enjoy at any time of year and for any length of time you may have to spare. We only spent one night in Napa (stayed less than 24 hours) and still managed to visit over 6 different wineries, eat at some really top notch dining establishments, take a hot air balloon ride and even lounge around poolside for some extra sunshine.

Aside from the hot air balloon ride, I’d like to introduce to you some other great recommendations off-the-beaten-track of a few restaurants and vineyards you may not discover without word-of-mouth. First, there’s Mustard’s Grill which is right off of Highway 29 North (easy access if you are coming from San Fran).

This is a lovely restaurant that’s been around for 28 years (their slogan is “Sorry…everything has been delicious since 1983″) named after the wild mustard flowers that bloom in the vineyards every Spring and they even grow most of their produce in their own backyard gardens! Everything served is fresh and hearty…just see for yourself!

LumDimSum Snapshots of Mustard’s Cuisine:

Crispy Calamari with curried slaw and fresno chilies (USD$12.25) / Thai Chicken, garden greens, creamy peanut dressing, bean thread noodles (USD$14.95)

Special Salad of the Day: Beet Salad with Warm Goat Cheese / Slow Smoked BBQ Pork Sandwich (USD$13.25)

Mushroom and Spinach “Burger,” feta cheese, green papaya salad, mango vinaigrette (USD$12) / Famous Mongolian Pork Chop, sweet & sour red cabbage, housemade mustard (USD$26.50)

Fresh Fish of the Day with a Mountain of Wild Mushrooms / Seafood Pasta of the Day

Grilled Sweet Potatoes, avocado-tomatillo salsa, creme fraiche (USD$4.50)

Mustards Grill Restaurant Details:

• Address: 7399 St. Helena Highway, Napa, CA 94558
• Tel: 707.944.2424
• Email: info@mustardsgrill.com
• Website: Click here.

Next Napa Introduction:

Swanson Vineyards is one of the best wineries I have visited in Napa.

But this is not just any place you can stroll on into. They are available only by appointment, but they welcome all pre-appointed guests for wine tastings in their compounds.

We walked into a very rustic, homely environment with a fireplace, paintings all along the walls and a big, round table for guests to sit down and indulge in a beautiful 6-course wine tasting paired with various exotic cheeses, caviar and chocolate!

Famous for their Merlot wines, I actually fell in love with their whites – their 2010 Viognier in particular. But I gotta say, their 2008 Merlot and 2007 Alexis Cabernet were exceptionally beautiful wines as well.

“We take our wines very seriously, but passionately believe in glorifying the mundane, every way we can.” - Alexis Swanson Traina, Creative Director of Swanson Vineyards

Next Napa Point of Destination:

French Laundry was our first choice for dinner in Napa, but to get a seat in this extremely exclusive restaurant, you must book months in advance. Even though I was prepared to book our table last fall, the restaurant is not actually open until mid-January so unfortunately, I will have to wait until my next trip to try this legendary Napa restaurant.

French Laundry aside, we actually had a few other restaurant choices in mind to try (Napa is full of great restaurant choices), but my good friend Paul Maksy recommended a fabulous French country restaurant none of us had heard of before - Angèle Restaurant.

I’m not sure how such an impressive, high-rated and raved about restaurant could be so unknown.  We managed to make our way through about six different wineries and none of the sommeliers had been to Angèle before.  I guess that just goes to show how spoiled for choice Napa residents are when it comes to fine dining in their neck of the woods!  In any case, this restaurant is simply stunning. It’s rustic, it’s simple, elegant and refined – all the qualities you desire in a fine French country restaurant.

Angèle’s menu variety was diverse, portions were generous and we couldn’t have been happier dining here. They have a great champagne and wine list, the oysters were fantastic and stand out dishes included: Foie Gras and Fruits de Mer appetizers, Braised Pork Cheeks and Quail for main.  

An entire spread of Fresh Oysters literally devoured within minutes

Foie Gras au “Torchon (USD $18) / Petit Salé – Crispy Skin Suckling Pig (USD $16)

French Onion Soup (USD $9) / Fruits de Mer – Head-on Gulf Prawns, Savory Clam “Chowder”, Lardons, Yukon Gold Potatoes, Parmesan Broth (USD $16)

Main Courses:

Caille Rôti – Wolfe Ranch Quail Basted in Brown Butter, Herbs, Duck Confit Stuffing, Farro Verde, Crispy Pancetta (USD $26) / Jou de Pork – Braised Pork Cheeks, Butternut Squash Barley “Risotto”, Roasted Salsify, Brussels Sprouts (USD $26)

Esturgeon – Black Trumpet Crusted Sturgeon, Parsley Root, Quinoa and Wild Mushroom Ragoût, Oxtail (USD $24) / Faux Filet – Prime New York Steak, Bone Marrow Crusted Shortrib, Celery Root , Pommes Boulangére, Horseradish Bordelaise (USD $32)

While both appetizers and mains were a hit, what none of us expected to find: the best French Fries in the world. All of us concurrently agreed, never had we tried better french fries in our lives. Maybe they don’t look as impressive as they tasted, but they were out-of-this-world.

Dessert wasn’t bad either!

Pot de Crème – Valrhona Chocolate,  Butterscotch Candy (USD $8)

Angèle Restaurant Contact Details: 

• Address: 540 Main Street Napa, CA 94559

• Tel:  707.252.811

• Website: Click here.

Save-the-Date: BICCO’s Christmas Charity Dinner

As soon as Thanksgiving is over, the trees, lights and holiday decorations come flooding out as everyone begins gearing up for Christmas and New Years! Hopefully by now, most of you have awoken from your turkey comas and you are in the holiday mind set to begin Christmas shopping and party planning.

There are many upcoming gala dinners, holiday balls and Christmas dinners coming up in the next few weeks, but be sure to mark your calendars and save the date for this event in particular – “Unlock the Future”, which is a Christmas Charity Dinner and Silent Auction that will take place on Saturday, December 10.

We have a goal of raising RMB 200,000 in ONE NIGHT with all funds raised on this evening to be donated to Beijing International Committee for Chinese Orphans (BICCO)‘s Shunyi Orphanage Rehabilitation Program to help support over Chinese orphans and children with disabilities.

“Without this program and the work of BICCO, many of these children would not leave their beds or even have a chance at a potential future outside of the walls of this state-run facility.” – Amy Zima, organizer of Unlock the Future Christmas Charity Dinner

Hosted at Kagen Japanese BBQ Restaurant, there will only be 200 seats available and all charitable guests will be treated to 10 dish menus created by Alan Wong and his top chefs at Kagen, a champagne toast and select wines paired with a lovely meal.

Acoustic musician David Mitchell will be performing several different instruments and there will also be other live music entertainment including some Christmas Caroling (just part of the jolly holiday spirit!).

The event will also be featuring great silent auction prizes including Apple products, a private dinner for 10 at Hatsune by owner Alan Wong paired with wines by Wine Republic (valued at RMB 13,000), a 2-night weekend stay at The Westin, a Hummingbird spa package (valued at RMB 7,000), a GungHo! pizza party, handmade necklaces from April’s Adournments, a custom Hutong Tour by Bespoke Beijing, a Punjabi Indian Feast and with many other restaurant vouchers around town.

Sign up early at either who get pre-sale price RMB 600 or you can also pay RMB 800 at the door (if there are any seats left!).  To book your seats in advance, you can either purchase tickets at Kagen Restaurant, Hatsune Sanlitun branch, or Ivy Academy at East Lake Villas.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, December 10, 2011
• Time: 6:30PM Cocktail Reception, 7:30PM Dinner
• Location: Kagen Japanese Hot Pot & BBQ Restaurant
• Address:  Located below the Original Hatsune on Guanghua Lu
  • B1/F, Bldg C, Heqiao Dasha, 8 Guanghua Donglu, Chaoyang District
  • 朝阳区光华东路8号和乔大厦C座地下1层
• Tickets: Only 200 seats available! RMB 600 (pre-sale), RMB 800 (at the door)
• Tickets are available for sale at Kagen Restaurant, Hatsune Sanlitun restaurant and Ivy School in East Lake Villas (Suite C-101 No. 35, Dongzhimenwai) Call: 8451 1381
• For more information: Call 135 2034 1984

Kagen & Summergate Wine Dinner: Wine Geeks Unite!

Alla Osteria: Authentic Italian from Piedmont, Italy

One of Beijing’s best Italian restaurants and a shame no one seems to know about it!  I take it back. Seems Beijing’s Italian community is “in the know” with this true taste of home, but I have not heard of many others who have wined and dined at Alla Osteria Italian Restaurant.

Located just next to World City in Shangdu Soho, Alla Osteria serves authentic Italian, focused in the region of Piedmont, Italy.

I had heard high praises of Alla Osteria and was even more impressed to find that the majority of the other diners were all Italians – always a good sign!

Dining with a big group, I sampled quite a large portion of their a la carte menu during a business lunch meeting and one of my colleagues also ordered their set lunch menu.  A great option for a quick 3 course menu, they offer menus priced at RMB 68 and 88 (includes coffee/tea).

Highlights of the meal were their homemade pastas with homemade sauces – we particularly liked their Gnocchi Caserecci Serviti con Salsiccia Fatta in casa e Pomodoro (RMB 88) and squid ink pasta ie Taglioni al negro di seppia serviti con Gamberi e salsa di pomodoro (RMB 98).  Other than their amazing homemade pastas and sauces, they also have freshly baked bread, imported olive oil, delicious tiramisu and Italian Gelato.

Alla Osteria not only offers an extensive wine list, they also have an underground cellar that can accommodate a relatively large group!

LumDimSum Snapshots of Lunch at Alla Osteria:

Alla Osteria wins big props for their freshly baked bread and extensive wine list

Caprese di Bufala e Pomodoro (RMB 88) / Insalata di Rucola (RMB 38)

Di Manzo, Servito con Olio Limone e Parmigiano (RMB 88) / Agnolotti Burro e Salvia (RMB 78)

Translation: Beef Carpaccio and Piedmont Dumpling with Beef and Parmesan Cheese

Gnocchi Caserecci Serviti con Salsiccia Fatta in casa e Pomodoro (RMB 88) / Taglioni al negro di seppia serviti con Gamberi e salsa di pomodoro (RMB 98)

Translation: Gnocchi with Homemade Sauce and Tomato Sauce / Ink Pasta with shrimp and tomato sauce

Tiramisu (RMB 48) / Crème Brule (RMB 58)

Alla Osteria’s Set Lunch Menu:

For RMB 68, you can get a 2 course lunch set plus fruit plate for dessert and for RMB 88, you get a 3 course set menu plus coffee or tea.

Here is a sample of a three course menu for RMB 88 (pasta, main course and Italian gelato ice cream + coffee/tea):

Tagliolini con Polpettine e Pomodoro / Branzino Scottato al Burro e Limone

Translation: Taglioni with Pork Meat Ball & Tomato Sauce / Pan-fried Seabass with Lemon and butter

Dessert: Sorbetto di Mango ie Mango Sorbet

LumDimSum Snapshots of Alla Osteria Restaurant:

Review of Alla Osteria 意尚意大利餐厅: Soho Shangdu, Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都1112号; Tel: 5900 3112; 11AM-10PM

Best Part:

• Authentic Italian cuisine specializing in food from Piedmont region of Italy
• Homemade fresh breads with imported olive oil

• Homemade pastas and sauces – gnocchi and ink pasta were AWESOME
• Desserts were excellent – best mango sorbet of my life
• Extensive Wine List with basement wine cellar
• Nice outside seating area

Comments:

• Service was interesting - Chinese manager who also speaks Italian was quite forceful (really the only word I can find to describe this person)
• We were happy to sit outdoors since the weather was nice, but nothing special about their indoor seating.  On the plus side, I hear their basement wine cellar is a cool space.
• Located in Shangdu Soho, this is relatively easy to find, but not a convenient area to travel to with high traffic and non-existent taxis in the nearby area.
• No bathrooms in restaurant, so diners have to go into Shangdu Soho mall for the nearest restroom
• Good sign many of the other diners were Italian!
• Come here for quality, authentic Italian pastas.  Another great option is Assaggi on Sanlitun Beixiaojie. Click here for review on CW.
• If you want to go for the best, I still recommend Sadler Ristorante in Ch’ien men 23, but I hear the GM Gianluca is no longer there.  Anyone been there recently with comments to share?

Rating: (on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being best)

• Food: 9
• Atmosphere: 5
• Service: 5
• Overall Experience: 7

Sadler & Le Quai: Dining Without Frontiers

On Saturday, March 19, Kenny Fu from Le Quai and Riccardo La Perna from Sadler Ristorante teamed up to create an unforgettable 6-course Italian-Chinese Culinary Wine Dinner.

I was the first to walk in to this event and the set up was stunning – beautiful table settings with fresh flower centerpieces, bottles of wine laid out and the chefs taking a final break before the other guests start arriving.

Pre-Dinner Set Up in Sadler Ristorante:

Throughout the meal, the restaurant had a glowing ambiance that was both intimate and buzzing with excitement. Diners were “ooh”ing and “aah”ing the dishes as they came out of the kitchen, each prepared with meticulous perfection and thoughtful presentation…and tasted phenomenally.

Each course was prepared by one of the two chefs which were all exceptional dishes in their own right, but with such a contrast between Chinese and Italian cuisine, I found that the two dishes did not actually compliment the other as each Italian dish was matched with paired wines.  In any case, the dishes were not served together or meant to be eaten together, so it was easy to enjoy each one separately as it came out.

LumDimSum Snapshots of Sadler & Le Quai’s 6-course Dinner:

Kenny Fu’s Appetizer Selection:

Pan fried bean curs skin layers with black mushrooms

Shanghai smoked pomfret fish

Crispy spring rolls with cheese

Spring rolls stuffed with tuna tartare

Chilled Shanghai drunken chicken

Riccardo La Perna’s Appetizer Selection:

Cannelloni with shrimps and orange reduction

Cuttlefish gnocchi with mashed peas

Caprese Salad

Fried dumpling with pancetta

Parmesan cheese foam with saffron popped rice and dry Porcini mushrooms

*Paired with Montenisa Franciacorta Sparkling Wine Brut N.V. Lombardia, Italy

1st Course: Kenny Fu’s Double Chicken Soup

2nd Course: Riccardo La Perna’s Parmesan Cheese Risotto with Parma Ham Chips

*Paired with Tormaresca Chardonnay 2008, Puglia, Italy

3rd Course: Riccardo La Perna’s Baked Lobster with Sweet and Sour Vegetables

*Paired with Livio Felluga “Sharjs” Chardonnay 2007, Friuli, Italy

4th Course: Kenny Fu’s Roasted Australian Lamb, Turnip cake and Potato foam

*Paired with Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva 2005, Toscana, Italy

5th Course: Kenny Fu’s Assorted Desserts – homemade yoghurt, mango pudding and

6th Course: Riccardo La Perna’s Traditional Tiramisu

*Paired with Prunotto Moscato D’Asti 2009, Piemonte, Italy

Highlights of the meal were Riccardo La Perna’s Parmesan Cheese Risotto and Traditional Tiramisu (still wins as the best Tiramisu in Beijing), but Kenny Fu’s Roasted Australian Lamb was the winning dish of this exquisite meal.  The tenderness, soft texture and taste was beyond exceptional. It was so good, I had to pause everything I was thinking or saying so that I could properly savor each bite as it deserved to be appreciated.

Hats off to two incredibly talented chefs and to Sadler’s GM Gian Luca Fusetto for organizing an unforgettable dining experience!

Riccardo La Perna / Gian Luca Fusetto / Kenny Fu

Another event displaying culinary teamwork was Hatsroomie & ROOMsune – a culinary collaboration between Alan Wong of the Hatsune Restaurant Group and Brian McKenna from ROOMbeijing.  See full article here.

Sadler Ristorante’s News & Upcoming Events:

Starting today (March 31), Sadler is launching a new Spring Menu featuring classic favorites.  Guests can order a la carte or enjoy the full set menu at RMB 688.

On Saturday, April 2nd, Sadler will also be hosting an Australian Sicilian Wine Dinner together with Firriato Winery and of course Sicilian native Executive Chef Riccardo La Perna.  RMB 618 per person + 15% service charge.

For reservations, call 6559 1399 or email gianluca.fusetto@chienmen23.com

Ristorante Sadler: Located within Ch’ien Men 23, neighboring Maison Boulud, Ch’ienmen 23, 23 Qianmen Dong Da Jie,前门东大街23 Tel: 6559-1399

More Reasons to Love Modo

I’m not sure if this is a new phenomenon, but I am completely infatuated with Modo’s wine dispensers!

I’m not a wine expert by any means, but I’ve recently become more and more interested in the fascinating world of wine.  So discovering this wine dispenser was like a little kid in a candy store.

Alan Wong (wine fanatic and owner of the Hatsune Restaurant Group) introduced us to Modo’s 2nd floor wine dispensing machines.  Already totally hooked, he’s got the Modo Wine Card, a dangerous card to own especially when combined with a snazzy machine and intoxication.

Offering about 16 different bottles to choose from, you can choose to either taste a small portion (RMB 10-15), enjoy half a glass (RMB 30-40) or a full glass (RMB 60-80).  With so many options, it’s irresistible not to want to taste each wine and the fact that you can do this with the simple press of a button makes it that much more enticing.

Cased in two giant dispensing machines (worth as much as a Mercedes Benz), Modo has given wine tasting a whole new meaning.

LumDimSum Snapshots of Modo’s Seriously Awesome Wine Dispensers:

If you have a sweet tooth, you can try some of Modo’s yummy desserts!

Below is a white chocolate and raspberry dessert and a nutella creme brulee.

*Click here for LumDimSum’s Full Review of Modo.

Modo’s Contact Details:

• Located between Karaiya Spice House and Tony Studio on 3rd Floor of Sanlitun Village: S10-31, 3/F, Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Rd
• 三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区8号楼S10-31
• Tel: 6415-7207

Enoterra’s Christmas Wine Fair

Tis the season for celebrations making this is the ideal time to stock up on wine for this holiday season!

Enoterra is treating wine enthusiasts to some generous wine deals with up to 40% off wine bottles (daily selection) and 20% off on an extensive selection of bottles.  With 35 labels from 12 different countries, there is something for everyone.

This bargain is a steal!

Enoterra Wine Fair Details:

• Date: December 6 – December 24, 2010
  
• Location: Enoterra (4th Floor of Nali Patio, next to Agua)
• Address: D405, Nali Huayuan, 81 Sanlitun Bei Lu, 三里屯北路81号那里花园D405
• Tel: +8610 5208-6076

Celebrate the Arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau: Enoterra

Celebrating the official release of Beaujolaid Nouveau, “the most popular vin de primeur”, hurry to Enoterra and enjoy an incredible offer of only RMB 200 per bottle, complimented by a FREE buffet and live jazz all night!

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 18
• Time: 6PM-late
• Location: Enoterra (4th Floor of Nali Patio, next to Agua)
• Address: D405, Nali Huayuan, 81 Sanlitun Bei Lu, 三里屯北路81号那里花园D405
• Tel: +8610 5208-6076

Cheese & Wine: A Blessed Combination

Living in Tuanjiehu, I make regular trips to the Jenny Lou’s on Chaoyang Park West Gate, which many of you know has been under construction for God knows how long. Despite my temporary loss of a conveniently-located imported goods grocery store, I was delighted to discover its new neighbor, Cheese & Wine.

From the sign, I assumed it was just a little shop that just specialized in selling cheese and wine, but then I walked in and discovered that it’s so much more. It’s quaint, it’s cozy and absolutely adorable. While you can just pop in and pick out a great bottle of wine to go, it’s also the perfect place to relax and chat over a nice glass/bottle of wine.  They also offer amazing mulled wine for only RMB 30 a glass!

And for all you cheese lovers, they even have a special temperature-controlled “Cheese Room”-  it’s phenomenal!

Special Cheese Room:

Review of Cheese & Wine: Just next to Jenny Lou’s on Chaoyang Park West Gate, 朝阳区朝阳公园西路1-15号 , Tel: 6501 2901

Best Part:

• As their title suggests, they’ve got both cheese & wine covered.
• Ambiance is both charming and cozy
• They serve amazing mulled wine for only RMB 30 a glass
• Cheese Room in the back is AWESOME
• Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable on both wines and cheese varieties for pairing

Comments:

• The venue is a little small, but appropriate for an intimate, cozy setting.
• Chairs and tables are all wooden, so are not in fact all that very comfortable (no cushions).

Rating: (on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being best)

• Food (ie Cheese & Wine): 9
• Atmosphere: 8
• Service: 8
• Overall Experience: 8
  

Celebrate Fiesta Española with Spanish Wines

Together, MPC Wines from Spain and Mosaico will be hosting a Fiesta Española with free flow Spanish red & white wines, Mahou beer, Flamenco music and a buffet of Spanish tapas for only RMB 50.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, November 11
• Time: 7:30-10:00PM
• Price:  RMB 50 for free flow wines, beer and tapas buffet
• Location: Mosaico Spanish Restaurant
• Address: No. 10 Dongdaqiao Road, CBD/Guomao. Right to the north of The Place
• RSVP: Call 6773-4688 or e-mail: v.muedra@mpc2008.com

LumDimSummary: Karaiya’s Wine Maker Dinner

This past Saturday, Alan Wong joined forces with Globus Wines in presenting a unique Wine Maker Dinner featuring four exquisite Robert Weil Reisling Wines paired with a special menu by Karaiya Spice House.

LumDimSummary:

4 Unique Robert Weil Riesling White Wines

+ 8 signature Karaiya dishes

+ 1 German Wine Maker from Global Wines

= 25 Wine Geeks Embracing their Mutual Love for Riesling Whites

LumDimSum Snapshots of Robert Weil Wine Maker Dinner @ Karaiya Spice House:

Cheers to another brilliant wine event!

LumDimSummary: Enoterra’s Grand Opening Party

Enoterra (once known as Enoteca) has been a long-time favorite of mine and I am thrilled they have moved into the Sanlitun ‘hood.

With the best wine deals in town along with plenty of wine tasting events and weekly promotions, I have no doubt Enoteca will find its new home more than an improvement from before at The Place. The new venue design is the perfect balance of cozy, stylish and perfect for anything from pre- or post-dinner drinks to a wine night out with friends.

It’s like the new Apothecary, but with wine.

Wine fanatics beware -  the wine specials at Enoterra are not a bargain, they are a steal.

Happy hour every day from 5-8PM is buy-one-get-one-free and every Friday, bottles of wine are RMB 200 and champagne is only RMB 500. And their management is not only extremely professional, they always make the best recommendations.

With bottles of wine going for RMB 100 each and live music throughout the evening, Enoterra’s Grand Opening Party was a big hit and I have no doubt this will quickly become a favorite drinks destination for many Beijingers.

LumDimSum Snapshots of Enoterra’s Opening Party:

Stock Up on Wine: Carrefour Autumn Wine Fair

Who says a grocery store chain can’t throw a great party?

I guess it’s not exactly a party, but Carrefour’s annual Autumn Wine Fair is not only the perfect opportunity to stock up on good bottles of wine, you can come out and get smashed on free wine while enjoying some good food and live music.

From Friday, October 15- Sunday, October 17th, Carrefour will be selling their complete selection of imported wines at 20% discount.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, October 15
• Time: 12:00PM-12:00 Midnight
• Location: 4th Floor of Shuangjing Carrefour Branch