Spirited Luncheons

Posted on July 1, 2010
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This year, Tales is bringing you five Spirited Luncheons. One of them has already sold out, but the other four are ready for you to dive upon them like a raptor on prey. For more information about each of these–including location, date, time, and featured speakers–visit the Luncheon page at Talesofthecocktail.com.

Eco-Celebrations Lunch

Get greener, that’s the sensible way to help our earth. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a family reunion, a cocktail party, a corporate soiree or fundraiser, there are eco-sensible resources and sustainable solutions that will make any celebration you plan stylish, delicious and smart. Learn how to infuse your next event with eco-smarts. Gather design and decorating tips, taste organic and sustainable cocktails and wines and enjoy a locavore menu. Hosted by Maria McBride, Style Director, BRIDES magazine and trend leader for eco-celebrations. To be joined by Beth Parentice, founder of Eco-Bar.net, devoted to organic bar catering, cocktail design and training.

Summer In Paris Spirited Lunch

In 1718, a French Canadian by the name of Bienville staked his claim to a swampy area of land at the mouth of the Mississippi. He called it La Nouvelle-Orléans. Today, you can’t walk a block in New Orleans without seeing how the French spirit lives on. At Tales of the Cocktail 2010 we will honor this heritage with a “Summer in Paris,” a lunch-time celebration of French culture, cuisine, and of course, cocktails. Join us at the historic Antoine’s as we sample absinthe and other French spirits and pay homage to the culture that gave us beignets, French bread, and the Vieux Carré.

Cognac Blues Lunch
SOLD OUT

Just as Jazz Fest rocks New Orleans every spring, Cognac Blues Passions rocks Southern France every summer. Well this summer the spirit of Cognac Blues will live in New Orleans at Tales of the Cocktail 2010. Join us for a special lunch where the world’s finest cognacs will be paired with the legendary cuisine of Arnaud’s and the cool sounds of Louisiana’s own blues musicians. You’ll never be happier to have the blues.

Spirit of Texas Spirited Luncheon

Just like Louisiana, Texas has an independent spirit that’s uniquely its own. From Big D to Big Bend, Galveston to the Rio Grande. Every corner of Texas is spilling over with culture and cuisine you won’t find anywhere else. We’re bringing a little bit of Texas to Tales of the Cocktail 2010 with our Spirits of Texas lunch. Join us at Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse as we sample cocktails made with the Texas-born spirits as well as food full of flavor as large as the Lone Star state.

Soil to Glass Luncheon

Take a walk out into the farm and pick your cocktail. The “Seed to the Glass” seminar will take you on a sustainable produce and spirit journey. Together we will learn how to grow a cocktail. The experts will answer the question “ Why should beverage professionals use sustainable ingredients?” During this seminar you will have the opportunity to make a homemade infusion using local and national ingredients that are only touched by Mother Nature. You will also plant a seed to take back to your home garden. This interactive seminar is moderated by Mixologist Bridget Albert with special guests The Chef’s Garden Farmer Lee Jones, local farmers and, and Slow Food expert/Mixologist Allen Katz. Let’s get GROWING!