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#players = 19 #tweets = 86
@ksimm10391 9pts WINNER
@levaG 7pts
@stevenwoody 6pts
@curtislu 3pts RANDOM WINNER
@sonjagroset 2pts
TforT#5 True or False? To inspect a wine for color, hold it up to a bright source of light such as a clear light bulb or candle
#5 FALSE-best way to inspect a wine for color, hold it up to a white backgroud
TforT #4 T or F? You would expect a warmer glass of wine to have more intense aromas compared to a colder glass of the same wine.
TRUE
TforT ?#3 What is terroir?
Terroir describes the interactions of soil, climate, topography & grape variety in a specific site. Imprints the wine & make it unique.
TforT ?2 Give me a common wine tasting descriptor and it's meaning?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wine_tasting_descriptors
TforT ?1 What are anthocyannins?
Anthocyannins are pigments found in red grapes & other purplish/red fruits and veggies.They are antioxidants so #drinkup on the #redwine.
The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine AND #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question, comments or RTs will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO PLAY THE MORE TICKETS WE"LL GIVE AWAY IN THE RANDOM DRAWING!
If up to 20 people play we will give away one pair of tickets in the random draw, if more than 20 people play we will give away two pairs of tickets in the random draw. SPREAD THE WORD!!!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Trivia For Tickets 2/9/11
#players = 18 #tweets 63
@callmeamydesign - 12pts TRIVIA WINNER!
@paulaj1967 - 8pts - RANDOM WINNER!
@LLamx - 4pt
@itsoffal - 3pts
@jdnorthwest - 2pts
@ReckenRoll - 1pt
TforT #5 Who introduced the first Valentine chocolate box?
Cadbury first introduced the Valentine Box of Chocolates. Are we glad that he did?
Tfot ?#4 True or False? Most European wines are named after the grape varietal.
False, Most European wines are named after the place of production.
TforT ?#3 What is Pecorino?
Pecorino is an Italian cheese made of sheep's milk
TforT ?#2 How many standard 750ml bottles of wine are in a salamanazar?
There are 12 standard bottles (in other words A CASE!) of wine in a salamanazar. Has anyone ever seen or drank from one?
TforT ?#1: True or False: White wines can be made from white or red grapes?
True, as long as the juice is not in prolonged contact w/ the skin of red grapes they can produce a white wine
The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine AND #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question, comments or RTs will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO PLAY THE MORE TICKETS WE"LL GIVE AWAY IN THE RANDOM DRAWING!
If 25 people play we will give away one pair of tickets in the random draw, if 40 people play we will give away two pairs of tickets in the random draw. If more play we will add additional tickets to the drawing.
SPREAD THE WORD!!!
**Last week we had 18 players and 99 total tweets. Two pairs of tickets were given away, one for the trivia winner and one in a random draw of tweets
@callmeamydesign - 12pts TRIVIA WINNER!
@paulaj1967 - 8pts - RANDOM WINNER!
@LLamx - 4pt
@itsoffal - 3pts
@jdnorthwest - 2pts
@ReckenRoll - 1pt
TforT #5 Who introduced the first Valentine chocolate box?
Cadbury first introduced the Valentine Box of Chocolates. Are we glad that he did?
Tfot ?#4 True or False? Most European wines are named after the grape varietal.
False, Most European wines are named after the place of production.
TforT ?#3 What is Pecorino?
Pecorino is an Italian cheese made of sheep's milk
TforT ?#2 How many standard 750ml bottles of wine are in a salamanazar?
There are 12 standard bottles (in other words A CASE!) of wine in a salamanazar. Has anyone ever seen or drank from one?
TforT ?#1: True or False: White wines can be made from white or red grapes?
True, as long as the juice is not in prolonged contact w/ the skin of red grapes they can produce a white wine
The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine AND #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question, comments or RTs will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO PLAY THE MORE TICKETS WE"LL GIVE AWAY IN THE RANDOM DRAWING!
If 25 people play we will give away one pair of tickets in the random draw, if 40 people play we will give away two pairs of tickets in the random draw. If more play we will add additional tickets to the drawing.
SPREAD THE WORD!!!
**Last week we had 18 players and 99 total tweets. Two pairs of tickets were given away, one for the trivia winner and one in a random draw of tweets
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Trivia For Tickets 2/2/11
Rules at the bottom of post.
TforT ?#1 What is the main purpose of colored wine bottles?
The color of the glass of the wine bottle will prevent UV penetration(light) & therefore premature aging and oxidation.
TforT #2 True or False:For grape clusters to form it is necessary to have bees present to pollinate the flowering plant?
False, grapes are self pollinating.
TforT #3 What is panchetta?
Italian bacon cured in salt and spices, dried not smoked like traditional bacon.
TforT #4 Cabernet Sauvignon is a cross of which two grapes?
The Cabernet Sauvignon grape is a cross of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.
TforT #5 Is dark beer stronger than beers of lighter color?
There is no connection between the color of beer and strength alcohol content.
total # of player = 18
total # of tweets = 99
@jdnorthwest 11pts = WINNERS
@ATierAbove 5pts = RANDOM DRAW WINNER
@quepues 4pts
@itsoffal 4pts
@jlTallant 3pts
@NancyFeasts 2pts
@sunshinepl97 1pt
The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine AND #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question, comments or RTs will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO PLAY THE MORE TICKETS WE"LL GIVE AWAY IN THE RANDOM DRAWING!
If 25 people play we will give away one pair of tickets in the random draw, if 40 people play we will give away two pairs of tickets in the random draw. If more play we will add additional tickets to the drawing.
SPREAD THE WORD!!!
**Last week we had 33 players and 175 total tweets. Two pairs of tickets were given away, one for the trivia winner and one in a random draw of tweets.**
TforT ?#1 What is the main purpose of colored wine bottles?
The color of the glass of the wine bottle will prevent UV penetration(light) & therefore premature aging and oxidation.
TforT #2 True or False:For grape clusters to form it is necessary to have bees present to pollinate the flowering plant?
False, grapes are self pollinating.
TforT #3 What is panchetta?
Italian bacon cured in salt and spices, dried not smoked like traditional bacon.
TforT #4 Cabernet Sauvignon is a cross of which two grapes?
The Cabernet Sauvignon grape is a cross of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.
TforT #5 Is dark beer stronger than beers of lighter color?
There is no connection between the color of beer and strength alcohol content.
total # of player = 18
total # of tweets = 99
@jdnorthwest 11pts = WINNERS
@ATierAbove 5pts = RANDOM DRAW WINNER
@quepues 4pts
@itsoffal 4pts
@jlTallant 3pts
@NancyFeasts 2pts
@sunshinepl97 1pt
The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine AND #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question, comments or RTs will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
THE MORE PEOPLE WHO PLAY THE MORE TICKETS WE"LL GIVE AWAY IN THE RANDOM DRAWING!
If 25 people play we will give away one pair of tickets in the random draw, if 40 people play we will give away two pairs of tickets in the random draw. If more play we will add additional tickets to the drawing.
SPREAD THE WORD!!!
**Last week we had 33 players and 175 total tweets. Two pairs of tickets were given away, one for the trivia winner and one in a random draw of tweets.**
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Trivia For Tickets 1/26/11
Here are the questions and the results so far:
TforT ?#1 In the world of wine, what does AVA stand for?
AVA stands for American Viticultural Areas, federally designated grape-growing areas in the US
Seattle Food and Wine Experience is proud to be both a "global" and a "local" wine event.
TforT ?#2 What does the sparkling wine term "doux" mean?
"Doux" refers to the fact that the sparkling wine is sweet with greater than 5% residual sugar.
TforT ?#3 True or false? If a 2nd bottle of wine is ordered for the table it is not necessary to have the host check the wine
False, the host should check each bottle and if it is a different wine everyone at the table should be given fresh glasses
TforT ?#4 What is Wagyū?
The word Wagyu refers to all Japanese beef cattle ('Wa' means Japanese or japanese-style and 'gyu' means cattle. I took any answer that said cattle or beef.
TforT ?#5 What might lead you to have palate fatigue while tasting redwine?
A lot of people gave descriptors for palate fatigue but I was looking for the specific compound - tannin
TforT ?#6 True or False? Corks come from the bark of an oak.
True, cork comes from the Cork Oak Tree (species "Quercus suber")
TforT ?#7.Apart from taste, what is the difference between mild and sharp cheddar cheese?
The difference between mild and sharp cheddar cheese is the age. The longer cheese is aged naturally the sharper the flavor.
TforT ?#8 Why swirl wine in your glass before tasting?
By swirling your wine, oxygen is invited into the glass (aeration) which allows the aromas to escape.
TforT #9 True or false? Arabica beans & fine wines both derive their flavors from the soil, altitude & microclimates in which they are grown
TRUE & both are delicious & make life a bit better
Final TforT #10 Which winery & vineyard was the first to become certified organic in WA state?
Badger Mountain Winery and Vineyard
# of players so far 33, two tickets made available to random drawing
Random.org winner @mommyfassio
TRIVIA WINNER @itsoffal - 12pts
@jlTallant - 9pt
@jdnorthwest - 8pts
@LLamx-8pt
@theresafabulous - 6pts
@paulaj1967 - 4pt
@junesbug618 - 4pts
@mommyfassio - 3pts
@urbandakota - 2pts
@sonjagroset - 2pts
@brianmbrozovic-1pt
@nupie1 - 1pt
TforT ?#1 In the world of wine, what does AVA stand for?
AVA stands for American Viticultural Areas, federally designated grape-growing areas in the US
Seattle Food and Wine Experience is proud to be both a "global" and a "local" wine event.
TforT ?#2 What does the sparkling wine term "doux" mean?
"Doux" refers to the fact that the sparkling wine is sweet with greater than 5% residual sugar.
TforT ?#3 True or false? If a 2nd bottle of wine is ordered for the table it is not necessary to have the host check the wine
False, the host should check each bottle and if it is a different wine everyone at the table should be given fresh glasses
TforT ?#4 What is Wagyū?
The word Wagyu refers to all Japanese beef cattle ('Wa' means Japanese or japanese-style and 'gyu' means cattle. I took any answer that said cattle or beef.
TforT ?#5 What might lead you to have palate fatigue while tasting redwine?
A lot of people gave descriptors for palate fatigue but I was looking for the specific compound - tannin
TforT ?#6 True or False? Corks come from the bark of an oak.
True, cork comes from the Cork Oak Tree (species "Quercus suber")
TforT ?#7.Apart from taste, what is the difference between mild and sharp cheddar cheese?
The difference between mild and sharp cheddar cheese is the age. The longer cheese is aged naturally the sharper the flavor.
TforT ?#8 Why swirl wine in your glass before tasting?
By swirling your wine, oxygen is invited into the glass (aeration) which allows the aromas to escape.
TforT #9 True or false? Arabica beans & fine wines both derive their flavors from the soil, altitude & microclimates in which they are grown
TRUE & both are delicious & make life a bit better
Final TforT #10 Which winery & vineyard was the first to become certified organic in WA state?
Badger Mountain Winery and Vineyard
# of players so far 33, two tickets made available to random drawing
Random.org winner @mommyfassio
TRIVIA WINNER @itsoffal - 12pts
@jlTallant - 9pt
@jdnorthwest - 8pts
@LLamx-8pt
@theresafabulous - 6pts
@paulaj1967 - 4pt
@junesbug618 - 4pts
@mommyfassio - 3pts
@urbandakota - 2pts
@sonjagroset - 2pts
@brianmbrozovic-1pt
@nupie1 - 1pt
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Trivia For Tickets!
Play Trivia For Tickets with us on January 26, February 2, February 9, February 16.
Each person who plays has a chance to win!
Rules:
1.Follow @seattlefoodwine on Twitter. (You'll need to sign up first if you don't have a Twitter account.)
2. Each Wednesday between January 26 and February 16 @seattlefoodwine will post a series of trivia questions throughout the day. The questions will be beverage or food related with the majority being about wine.
3.The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine or #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
The more people who play the more tickets we will make available for the random drawing!
Each person who plays has a chance to win!
Rules:
1.Follow @seattlefoodwine on Twitter. (You'll need to sign up first if you don't have a Twitter account.)
2. Each Wednesday between January 26 and February 16 @seattlefoodwine will post a series of trivia questions throughout the day. The questions will be beverage or food related with the majority being about wine.
3.The first three people that respond using an @ reply to seattlefoodwine and/or the hashtag #SFWE with the correct answer will be awarded points: 3 points for the first person with a correct answer, 2 for the second, and 1 for the third.
For example:
@seattlefoodwine will send out a Twitter update like, "Q: Which country in Europe produces the most wine?"
You can then send a message back that says, "@seattlefoodwine France"
4. Important - all responses must either include @seattlefoodwine or #SFWE in order for us to see that you answered.
4. The player with the highest number of points at the end of each Wednesday will win a pair of tickets to the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience.
5. EVERY PERSON who answers a question will be entered into a RANDOM DRAWING for a pair of tickets.
The more people who play the more tickets we will make available for the random drawing!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Travel Around the World and Never Leave Home
More than 1,000 wines from around the world meet a stellar array of Washington chefs and culinary companies to transform the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall into a global (yet local) gateway for the palate on Sunday, February 27, 2011. The diversity of the wines and culinary sampling education represented at the third annual Seattle Food and Wine Experience (#SFWE) mirror the city's metropolitan character, commitment to fresh product, opportunity to educate the consumer and its growing international presence.
In addition to sampling a wide range of wines from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Canada, the tasting event features 23 of the finest Seattle-area chefs and restaurateurs along 15 culinary and lifestyle companies.
The #SFWE is not only about cultivating international awareness for wine, but about bringing Seattle's culture, culinary products and formidable talent together. In addition to plenty of outstanding local gourmet bites from Seattle’s best chefs, and a dazzling array of worldwide wine to sip, the “Experience” offers guests an assortment of activities and learning opportunities including:
Taste of Tulalip Lounge – This lounge features all the chefs from the resort cooking their latest Taste of Tulalip creations with individual styles paired with wines personally selected by Sommelier Tommy Thompson.
In addition to sampling a wide range of wines from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Canada, the tasting event features 23 of the finest Seattle-area chefs and restaurateurs along 15 culinary and lifestyle companies.
The #SFWE is not only about cultivating international awareness for wine, but about bringing Seattle's culture, culinary products and formidable talent together. In addition to plenty of outstanding local gourmet bites from Seattle’s best chefs, and a dazzling array of worldwide wine to sip, the “Experience” offers guests an assortment of activities and learning opportunities including:
Taste of Tulalip Lounge – This lounge features all the chefs from the resort cooking their latest Taste of Tulalip creations with individual styles paired with wines personally selected by Sommelier Tommy Thompson.
Caffe Vita Coffee Lounge Caffe Vita began with a strong desire to bring great espresso to Seattle and that has been the catalyst to their success. Today they operate five cafes and a roasterie and enjoy growing with the community and honing the craft of coffee quality and service.
Foster Farms Market Did you know that Foster Farms chicken is raised on 32 independent family-owned farms spread across the Pacific Northwest and delivered to the market in 48 hours or less? Visit with Culinary diva Kathy Casey, taste her chicken creations, pick up a copy of her book (the first 400 copies are given away compliments of Foster Farms.)
What’s Your Beef Profile This exhibit by the Washington Beef Commission will help you determine your “beef personality.” You can blind taste the same cut of beef from three different sources and learn about different cuts and cooking techniques as you taste four chefs preparations.
Muir Glen Organics These products are all certified organic and bear the USDA Organic seal. Currently educating chefs and customers across the country with their Reserve Tomato variety, Muir Glen will be serving up bruschetta, an Italian favorite, with their organic tomatoes.
Chef in the Vineyard This lounge features Culinary Director and cookbook author John Sarich serving a delicious recipe (with local American Lamb) taken from his book Chef in the Vineyard. Wines showcased in the lounge feature Antinori - Italy, Erath Winery - Oregon, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Columbia Crest and Snoqualmie - Washington State.
Beecher's Cheese They team up with Gooseridge Winery to sample locally made artisan cheese and Washington wine together.
Tom Douglas Rub with Love They will be serving up samples of their rub on fresh American Lamb. Lola Chef Liam Spencer along with Oregon lamb producer Reed Anderson are the Shepard and Chef team for American Lamb representing the Pacific Northwest.
The wide range of wines being poured at the event include 45 California and International Wineries (Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Canada), 35 Washington Wineries, 10 Oregon Wineries, 10 Idaho , Wineries, 23 Chefs/Restaurateurs and 15 culinary, wine and lifestyle exhibitors
Seattle’s food outstanding scene will be represented by Andaluca Restaurant, Arnies, bin on the lake, Blueacre/Steelhead Diner, BOKA Kitchen + Bar, The Capital Grille, Coho Café, Copperleaf Restaurant at Cedarbrook Lodge, Earth & Ocean, Kathy Casey with Foster Farms, The Georgian, Ivar’s Seafood Restaurants, Purple Café and Wine Bar, Ray’s Boathouse, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Salty’s on Alki, John Sarich – Chateau Ste. Michelle, Taste of Tulalip Chefs, Tom Douglas Rub with Love.
Admission to the experience is a total value at $49 per person and includes access to all areas of the event. No one under 21 will be admitted and ID is required. A portion of proceeds from event ticket sales will benefit the Giving Grapes Foundation, a 501c3 organization that provides financial assistance to service industry professionals who have to take time off work due to injury or illness.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Tickets on Sale for 2011
Tickets are now on sale for the 2011 Seattle Food and Wine Experience. The 2011 event will take place on February 27, 2011 from 1pm - 5pm at Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. As with the previous two years, the Experience will feature over a thousand wines to sample from around the globe, gourmet tastes prepared by top Northwest chefs, artisan breweries, coffee, live music and more. Ticket cost is $49 each which includes entry and all sampling. Tickets can be purchased from Brown Paper Tickets. A portion of each ticket sold will benefit The Giving Grapes Foundation, a 501c3 charity that provides financial aid to service industry professionals in times of crisis. The Seattle Food and Wine Experience is still accepting vendors and sponsors. Current sponsors include Taste of Tulalip, Washington State Beef Commission, Chateau Ste. Michelle, QFC, Seattle Magazine and KWJZ. Visit the show website for more information. http://seattlefoodandwineexperience.com/
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