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Come explore the delicious, relatively unknown world of African American-made wines.  Among the 6,000 plus winemakers in the US today, only about 22 are black Americans.  Most of these wineries are small, family-owned enterprises that might fly under your radar, and that's too bad, because some have been winning awards and nods from the likes of Wine Spectator and Wine Advocate for a while now. Many of these wineries are so small they don't even have tasting rooms, but you can taste them at Wine …

Welcome to The Wine Club, a Pasadena-and-beyond group that encourages lovers of the grape (and those who want to be) to explore the wide world of wine through local tastings, wine-and-food events, winery visits and private parties. While many members of this group are true connoisseurs, this is NOT a high-society, button-down, hushed-tones collection of snooty people to sniff and swirl with. Rather, it's a club for everyone who wants to enjoy good wine, learn more about the art and science of ta …

Everyone has a passion or interest. Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could combine that passion with a cruise or a  Interested in food? Wine? cruising is a great way to learn more through seminars, hands-on sessions, concerts, tastings and more. And, it's a great way to spend time with people who share your same interest..with Wine and Food Cruises and Tours!

AWSLA is the Los Angeles chapter of the American Wine Society. The AWS was founded in 1967 as a non-profit, educational, consumer-oriented organization for those interested in learning more about all aspects of wine. AWSLA hosts at least one regular wine and food event every month. We'll be posting those, as well as many other wine related events that our members want to attend. These will include everything from high end tasting events, to informal BYO dinners, to afternoons at local wine bars. …

Led by a certified Sommelier, this group provides the opportunity for wine lovers and enthusiasts to meet and have a good time while tasting and learning about wine, brandy, cognac and other alcohol from around the world! We are fun group of singles and couples. MONTHLY MEETUPS We meet at least monthly. Learn about all kinds of wines, the art of wine and food pairing as well as wine regions and the people behind the wines we are tasting. All of this while meeting others that share the same pass …

We Specialize in wine tours, classes, special events and tastings featuring boutique wines made primarily by African American vintners! Many of which do not offer tastings to the general public. Whether you're a wine novice or expert, join us for a fantastic evening or afternoon of music, laughter, food and, of course, amazing WINE! We have something for everyone, but no wine snobs allowed...our approach is all about allowing everyone to share and gain knowledge in a relaxed and sophisticated en …

Open to all fellow Wine Enthusiasts, Lovers of Great food and Vineyard Adventures. Our goal is to enjoy all aspects of Wine.  From Wine Tasting, Wine Education, Wine Pairing, Cooking Classes with Wine, and any other enjoyment of the Grape we can think of.  We will be moving our Meetups to different locations to best sample different Wines, Food, and Ambiances. Everyone's welcome, from new bouquet-sniffers to educated connoisseurs.

The Santa Monica Wine & Cheese meetup is a place to explore wines and cheeses of the world in friendly company and a low-key setting. Whether wine/cheese and education or wine and conversation, you'll learn something about wines and cheeses and leave having met some new friends.

We are a friendly, fun-loving couple that are incredibly passionate about good food and wine. We are looking for other couples who share this love so we can explore new restaurants together, have dinner parties, and conduct private wine tastings from our collections. Or maybe plan trips to wine country. How to tell if this is the right group for you: 1) You think nothing of driving across town to try out the latest restaurant opening. Even a weeknight is ok because you don't need a sitter and wh …

If you prefer sampling many different wines with food on a given evening, this group is for you. You will help wine producers, importers, distributors, retailers and internet distributors launch new and vintage wine arriving in Los Angeles. Meetings will be usually be 5-7 PM tastings, 7-10 PM dinners, or afternoon tastings on weekends at local restaurants all over LA. You will be consulted about each wine poured and its pricing and how you think other wine buyers will react to it. Some events wi …

Wine is a guilty pleasure of mine! If it's your guilty pleasure too and you enjoy tasting new wines and chatting it up with other wine lovers, join my group. I know a great place that hosts wine special nights for 1/2 price wine.

Hello, Inspired by my best friend (Wendy's) meet-up group in NYC and her showing new/offbeat or classic independent/foreign films and discussing them with other film lovers where we instantly became friends I've decided to start a similar group here in Santa Monica! If you also enjoy trying new types of food and wine this group will focus on pot-luck "themed" meals also inspired by the films we select which I'll be picking based on your suggestions! This group is for young film, food & wine buff …

This local wine tasting group is dedicated to blind-tasting high-end red wines at shared cost in an elegant and relaxed dinner setting, for everyone in Beverly Hills and surroundings who likes wine, wants to learn more and wishes to meet like-minded friends and knowledgeable wine drinkers. The group organizer holds a sommelier certification. Unlike other 'wine' groups, all events will be dedicated to an intense assessment of top wines at the lowest cost possible. Our group is for: Beginning wine …

We've all been there...you drank Red Rose in college. Your palette then matured to White Zin by your first dinner meeting. Well, it's time to discover the sommelier inside you. We'll forgo the trip to Napa, but still enjoy a bit of wine education, and more importantly a ton of fun! From my work as a rep with a Napa winery, I will plan blind wine tastings, educational outings and help our wine community grow. You can still experience a traditional tasting room. I also throw my own monthly, the …

Seeking wine knowledgeable collectors to share great wines and even better conversation about other topics. If you feel that wine can open up the best in yourself, this may be the tasting group you have been looking for. It's not really about the wine. It's about sharing wine with people who contribute passion, intelligence, thoughtfulness, playfulness and personal accessibility. It's about life, with a lot of good wine added. Wine and food geeks welcome if properly socialized.  We start with wi …

We're a fun group of people who enjoy life with great wines & food. I have been exploring the South Bay for restaurants & wine bars to check out.  We'll meet monthly meeting new faces, making new friends and raising our glasses to fine wines.  We'll also schedule some special events and may venture to explore some new places outside of the South Bay. Everyone's welcome, singles & couples, so please join us.

Bonjour & Bienvenue! Let me share with you my Passion for Wine, Food... and People! My philosophy (or religion?) has always been "A glass of (good) wine a day keeps the doctor away".. and this works! Through this fantastic group (recently quoted in the LA times: http://press.meetup.com/.. see page bottom), you will enjoy wine classes, wine pairing events and wine dinners in selected gourmet restaurants... all in Los Angeles area! Sign up NOW (in seconds!) and come join us for really fun, social …

Meet fellow Wine Enthusiasts near you! Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines; and discuss great vintages and estates. This is a social group, not an educational group. The expectations of those who RSVP 'Yes' are to come and have a good time. Activities include and are not limited to: local wine tastings, food and wine pairing, group trips to vineyards in Temecula, Leona Valley, Ojai and Santa Barbara areas and just about any other social activity that includes wine and other alcoholic …

I am a wine enthusiast and have verbal diarea when it comes to wine. Would love to meet up with people who enjoy wine and socializing over wine. If you have an interest in wine and love socializing, then join in!

Women & Wine on Wednesdays (WWW) connects women by building new relationships and re-connecting old ones, through a unique facilitated forum - an ideal opportunity for women who are striving to balance their own needs with those of their families, jobs, community involvement, as well as maintain their own personal overall well-being. The evening hopes to fulfill an ongoing and critical need for women to be able to share resources and discover new opportunities as they transition through the many …

Wine & Food Travel (WAFT) celebrates local and sustainable artisans, growers and businesses. It's for people who enjoy eating, drinking and traveling. It's also a way to get a cultural culinary experience and take a break from the urban hustle and bustle of city life. We're not really foodies, but rather fresh food lovers. Meet farmers in the field and feel, touch and experience the luxury of simple and healthy living. Enjoy a breathtaking garden tour at your local farms and reconnect with your …

Hi, Southbay Loyal Explorers. I have created this meetup specifically for people that want to discover and enjoy good restaurants from Torrance, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Carson, Gardena, Lawndale, Hawthorne, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, Playa Del Rey, San Pedro, Palos Verdes, Ranch PV, and Long Beach. Generally, I will research all restaurants that are popular from other websites and work on creating a discount for our members. We will plan Single, Professional, and casual 8-10 people event …

We are the largest foodie group in Southern California. Meet People Interested in Dining Out, cooking, baking or drinking in L.A.! Enjoy & share culinary talents with our 4,000+ fellow foodies, gourmets, wine lovers, chefs and home cooks. Discover new restaurants, visit Food Festivals, grab some cheap eats, check out the latest foodie trucks, farmers markets, wine tastings & meet new friends. Learn about dining discounts too. Let's broaden our horizons and get together for some themed potluck di …

We are a fun group who loves to play and see live music while drinking good beer and wine! We have different themes and learn different songs, combined with the liquid of your choice. We also would like to hear your input as to what type of music you like and what instruments you play. Rock and Roll and blues are the norm. We'll even to a teaching sessions for those who want to learn a particular instrument. *Live Bands* *Wine, cheese and food pairings* *Beer tastings* *BBQ's* *Jam Party's*

We are an exciting group of Pilots, Aircraft Owners, Co-Pilots, Passengers of Private Airplanes, who love to fly to destinations near and far. We plan Over-The-Top experiences to destinations all over the world, and fly there, in Private Aircraft. Some of our trips include: Wine Country Adventures, African Flying Safaris, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and Kayaking, Dude Ranches, Luxurious Resorts, and lots of Romantic Getaways!

If you like suds and/or grapes, this is a group you should join! We're exploring micro breweries, wine tasting haunts, house partys featuring both, and much more from Santa Monica to Newport Beach and the Inland Empire as well. EVERYONE is welcome to join in; we're looking for fun, energetic and nice people who rock! ... and live life a little on the edge. Not the razor's edge, but the cutting edge. WELCOME to our fun, eclectic group!

Dining, Happy Hours, wine tastings and other activities in and around Venice. This is an group run group.  Any member can sponsor an event.  Simply click on the "Schedule a Meetup" on our page.  If there's something you'd like to do in the area but no one to go with put it here and find like minded souls.