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Welcome to the San Diego Chapter!
The American Institute of Wine Food is a non-profit organization founded by Julia Child, Robert Mondavi, Richard Graff and others in 1981 to advance the understanding, appreciation and quality of what we eat and drink.
The San Diego Chapter is one of many across the United States. Along with our sister chapters and the national organization, we promote an exchange of ideas that benefit both professionals and dedicated enthusiasts through publications and programs.
Membership is open to all. It is a wonderful way to meet knowledgeable people in the industry and simply a great way to meet others with common interests. We encourage you to attend one or two of our events as a guest.
Please see the national organization's web page for more details on the AIWF's mission, national events, and links to our sister chapters.
Come see us again!
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Upcoming Events:
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Celebrate the Sound of Summer
8110 Camino del Oro
La Jolla, CA 92037
Reception - 6:00 p.m.
Dinner - 6:30 p.m.
AIWF
Restaurant Members Chef Bernard Guillas, General Manager and Wine Director Lisa
Redwine, and Chef Augie Saucedo welcome
you to a Reception and Dinner in Honor of San Diego AIWF Days
of Taste Chairman Dr. Lee Jaret
featuring
the Award Winning wines of
Christopher Creek Winery.
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Reception
Blue Cheese Grape Truffle Rolled in Crushed Walnuts
Tart Cherry Cumin Glazed Lamb Kabobs
with Cucumber Mint Yogurt Dip
Ahi Tuna Sashimi on Golden Watermelon with
Wasabi Pesto
Shores
Signature White and Red Sangria
DINNER
Amuse Bouche
Smoked
Salmon Sea Scallop Tartare
Pickled
Jicama, Tomato Relish, Basil Sprouts
Appetizer
Laura
Chenel Goat Cheese Tart
Grilled
Peach, Blue Heron Farm Greens,
Walnut Maple Paste
Extra
Virgin Olive Oil Dressing
2006
Viognier, “Catie’s Corner” Russian
River, CA
Main Course
Brandt
Beef Study*
Oxtail
Ravioli, Short Ribs, Sweetbreads
Squash
Blossoms, Cippolini, Boniato
Sage
Natural Jus
*Brandt
Beef is a Business Member of AIWF and Eric Brandt serves on the San Diego
Chapter Board,www.brandtbeef.com
2005
Cabernet, Finlay’s Vineyard, Dry Creek
Valley, CA
1999
Cabernet, Finlay’s Vineyard, Dry Creek
Valley, CA
Dessert
Star
Anise Black Pepper
Poached
Organic Figs
Crème
Fraîche Panna Cotta, Morello Cherry Coulis
Almond
Biscotti
2005
Port of Petite
Syrah, Russian River Valley
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$75.00
AIWF MEMBERS; $90.00 NON MEMBERS / GUESTS, All INCLUSIVE.R.S.V.P. now but no later than Thursday, July 9th to San Diego AIWF
Chairman Vickie Mogilner at 619-297-0951 orvickieam@aol.com. Check/VISA/MC/AMEX at time of reservation. Make check payable to AIWF.
Mail to AIWF, 2683 Via De La Valle #G-517, Del Mar, CA 92014. If you mail a check,
please call also to assure your place. Reservations are non-transferable to
another event. You may send guest/s in your absence. No-shows will be
billed. Dietary substitutions must be requested at time of reservation.
Parking:Parking in the
underground garage upon availability with 3 hour validation, or street parking
Dress: Island Casual, Bring Sunglasses
About The Shores:The Shores Restaurant focuses on exceptional
quality and fresh local ingredients. The
restaurant’s surfside views and inviting atmosphere make for a dining
experience you won’t soon forget. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch,
dinner, Sunday brunch, has Happy Hour Monday-Friday, and does catering. The Shores culinary team is lead by Executive
Chef and past San Diego AIWF Board Member Bernard Guillas who has garnered many
awards and Chef de Cuisine Augie Saucedo who trained at the Mission Inn. Our event chairman is San Diego Chapter
Secretary and Scholarship Winner Lisa Redwine. In addition to being a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America and
having worked as a chef in prestigious San
Francisco restaurants, Lisa is a certified sommelier
from the Court of Master Sommeliers. She is responsible for the day-to-day food and beverage operations of
The Shores Restaurant as well as staff training.
About
the Winery:Christopher Creek winery is a small family owned winery located
in the heart of Sonoma in Russian River.
It is the passion and pride of Fred and Pam Wasserman. The wines we are having
are hand crafted and very limited. For the entrée Fred is bringing a special
treat of 1999 Cabernet, the second vintage of his Finlay’s Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley Cabernet
to try against the 2005 version of the same. He is also bringing his amazing Port of Petite Syrah. There are only 160 cases
of this Port made. These wines have been featuring in such prestigious places
as the James Beard House and Jean Georges. He and his wife will be joining us
for dinner as well.
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Sunday, August 16, 2009
Jazz at Thornton Winery, Temecula
The Rippingtons featuring
Russ Freeman
5:00 p.m.
Special AIWF prices
General admission concert ticket $55
(NOT IN THE SHADE).
Food & wine available for purchase.
Gourmet Supper Package
$130 includes concert & dinner (not wine)
ON SHADED PATIO
For Reservations call Taunya at 951 699 0099 For transportation information call Vickie Mogilner at 619 297-0951
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Thursday, September 3, 2009
Dinner at Addison
The Art of Wine & Food at
Beyond Borders Contemporary Art Fair
William Bradley, Executive Chef of Addison and AIWF Restaurant Member, will host four visiting chefs from Baja to Napa Valley. Each chef will create one course and pair their course with a wine from their region. Price includes a five-course meal and wines, tax and gratuity.
$200.00 less 15% discount for AIWF Members
For reservations, e-mail info@beyondtheborder-art.com
Attn: Ann Berchtold
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
Beef & Brew
Private Beach Home Location
Afternoon
Members Only
Details TBA
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November 18-22, 2009
San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival
Tickets are
on sale! Don’t miss out!
The 6th Annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival is an international showcase of the world's premier wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities, and gourmet foods. Held November 18-22, 2009, the event benefits the American Institute of Wine & Food culinary arts scholarship program. Over 800 wines, 70 of San Diego’s top fine dining restaurants and 30 gourmet food companies and exhibitors will participate in the 2008 Festival. For more information visitwww.worldofwineevents.com
AIWF Members are entitled to purchase tickets for 15% off.
Call 619-297-0951 for your Ticket Discount Code and more details.
The AIWF Celebrity Chef Luncheon & Auction will take place on Sunday,
November 22 and will feature 15 celebrity winemakers (or other high-profile
winery representatives) and a world-class menu prepared by nationally acclaimed
chefs to be announced soon. Last year this event sold out, and it is the
fundraiser for San Diego AIWF's scholarship program.
Last year San Diego AIWF was awarded $26,500 from the Festival.
Plan
ahead and invite friends from out of town!
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