Business Seminar
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Politics Seminar
2019-11-06 02:00 - 2021-11-06 12:00 | North Campus, London, United Kingdom

A Year to Remember: A Virtual Concert with Shall We Wine
2020-12-18 19:00 - 21:00
FREE to members
Please join Shall We Wine and musical guests Bassman Jones and Patience Rowe on December 18th @ 7pm cst to celebrate the end of 2020! Regine T Rousseau of Shall We Wine will demonstrate how to make the two featured cocktails while listening to smooth sounds and melodic voice. Feel free to join her in making one or both cocktails.

Jeremy Jones

Patience Rowe

FEATURED COCKTAILS

A YEAR TO REMEMBER
3/4 ounce gin
3/4 ounce sloe gin
3/4 ounce apricot liqueur
3/4 ounce lemon juice (fresh)
2 ounces sparkling champagne
Link to original recipe

MAKING LEMONADE (The Kier Royal)
Crème de cassis Chambord
Sparkling wine
Lemon Twist
Instructions:
1. Add 1/2 to 1oz of Creme’ de Cassis Chambord to a flute
2. Fill glass with sparkling wine
3. Garnish with a lemon twist

Preparing for our Party
We will prepare, taste and discuss each of the cocktails listed! I encourage you to chill the sparkling wine ahead of this event. You should have the additional ingredients readily available.
Please share this event with friends and family. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the artists.
Cheers!

A Farewell Toast to 2020
2020-12-31 19:00 - 20:00
Hi Wine Lover,
Let’s toast to the new year together on December 31st @ 7pm-8pm cst! We understand that you may have other obligations later that evening, so we’ll be brief.
I have a tradition where I choose a word and a theme song as my focus for the upcoming year. Please join me and share your word and your theme song for 2021!
Feel free to share this invite with your family and friends and bring a bottle to share!
Cheers,
Regine
Best Sparkling Wines for NYE

Shall We Wine - Wellness Series ~ Mila Marshall
2021-01-10 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Shall We Wine for our Wellness Series on Sunday, January 10, 2021 @ 11am CST.
This event is FREE for ALL SWW members. The cost is $15 for non-members.
We have a special guest leading us through a breathing exercise!
Intentional deep breath practices can help strengthen lungs, regulate blood pressure as well as reduce heart rate. Participants will learn about moving the breath with the body, understanding the healing benefits of the breath and be introduced to more breath practices to help destress and refocus.

Mila Marshall

I am a native Chicagoan and love the outdoors. My life is filled with excitement as I am a mother of three very active quaranteens who def keep me on my toes. Life as a yoga and meditation instructor has been transformative. I show up in my classes charged with only teaching what I practice, and that requires a lot of self truth. So with that I teach from the places that I know the best; trap yoga lets me flex my b-girl side, Sex Flex allows me to tap into the divine feminine, chair yoga and restorative gives me access to heal the hurts from life as a competitve swimmer and water polo player, beach yoga allows me to love life in open air and partner yoga is a way for me to dissolve the untruths about what I feel I am owed by others…and meditation, well it reminds me that the bells and whistles of being born in a Black body can be divine and distracting. I don’t claim to shape shift like the best of them but I am for sure clear that I am not like the rest of them. I truly believe the soul is here for its own joy and there is no liberation sweeter than that of one’s consciousness from the ego.

Shall We Wine Cocktail Hour - Mocktails or Cocktails
2021-01-22 18:00 - 19:00
You Are Invited
This event is FREE for ALL SWW members. The cost is $15 for non-members.
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine for fun and “Mocktails or Cocktails” on Friday, January 22nd @ 6pm CST.
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!

Ariel Neal – The Mixologist
Ariel E. Neal is leading today’s cocktail culture one pour at a time. The Chicago native first fell in love with the hospitality industry while serving tasty libations as a bartender. Now this social entrepreneur and multicultural hospitality influencer is also a community advocate, and making her mark from behind the bar and beyond.

Cocktails

ITALIAN SODA
Ingredients:
Berries or stone fruit
Sugar or Monkfruit
Ice
Soda or Seltzer
Directions:
1. Purée the fruit and separate the pulp
2. Make a fruit syrup using the simple syrup method. (The simple syrup method- boil water add sugar. 1:1 ratio of 1 cup water to 1 cup sugar. Boil until sugar is completely dissolved.)
3. Add 1 cup of fruit mixture to the simple syrup to create a fruit syrup.
4. Fill glass with ice
5. Add 1/3 fruit syrup
6. Add soda or seltzer.
Want to turn it up? Make it a cocktail by adding 1 1/2 – 2 ounces of your favorite spirit. Gin/ Vodka/Pisco/Light Rum/Sparking wine and reduce the amount of soda water or seltzer.
NOTE: Please make the Purée Fruit Syrup before the event.

CRANBERRY SHRUB (DRINKING VINEGAR)
Ingredients:
1 12 oz. bag cranberries (fresh)
1 cup sugar (for a healtier alternative, try monkfruit sweetner instead of sugar)
1 cup red wine vinegar
DIRECTIONS: (PLEASE MAKE BEFORE THE EVENT)
Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan, and bring to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let the berries cook down, popping, and breaking down until it thickens, resembling jelly, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat, and strain through a fine mesh sieve. Store shrub in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a month.

Registration is required below.
While there is no charge for this event, donations are very much appreciated:
Zelle: Regine@ShallWeWine.com
Venmo: @Regine-Rousseau
CashApp: @ShallWeWine
Thank you for your continued support in making Shall We Wine your go-to wine & lifestyle resource.

Six Elements of Wine Tasting
2021-01-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Online Event
In this engaging workshop,we will share one of the most powerful wine tasting exercises I learned some years ago from Food and Wine Magazine. We will teach you how to identify the six elements of wine tasting; body, tannins, acidity, sweetness, flavors and oak. By the end of the workshop, you will clearly understand the six elements, how to identify them in wine and other foods, and be confident in communicating which of these aspects of these elements appeal to your palate.
List of materials will be sent after registration.

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Bourbon Friday
2021-02-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
“Purchase your tasting kit HERE. Select the Whiskey Class Kit.”
*Participants can use $5 discount code if purchased by 2/1/2021. BOURBONFRIDAY
Shall We Wine is proud to partner with Chicago Distilling Company for our spirits education series. See descriptions below and register NOW.
About Chicago Distilling Company: Chicago Distilling Company is a female owned family operated Craft Distillery in the heart of the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Inspiration came in the form of moonshining ancestors in the backwoods of Wisconsin and in 2013 the first spirits were distilled in Logan Square. Our portfolio has grown to include many award winning spirits and ready to drink canned cocktails. The tasting room opened to the public in January 2014 and continues to be an inviting gathering place for locals, out of town guests or groups looking for an interactive evening or event.
2/5/20: Bourbon Friday
Take a journey with us and delve into all things Bourbon! There is a timeless allure to the classic spirit, one with such a storied history that it can be overwhelming for a newcomer to figure out where to begin. Don’t fret! Shall We Wine is here to take out the mystery from common Bourbon curiosities. From Bourbon’s unique flavor profile to learning about how it’s aged—we’ve got you covered. Start your Bourbon journey with us and register for this Bourbon Friday class. Bottoms up!

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Shall We Wine Cocktail Hour - Texas Wines
2021-02-12 18:00 - 19:00
You Are Invited
“ORDER NOW” for delivery by event date
This event is FREE for ALL SWW members. The cost is $15 for non-members.
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Cheramie Law of Salt & Pepper Wines on February 12, 2021 @ 6pm CST to discuss Texas Wines!
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!

Our Guest: Cheramie Law
Former United States Marine, Black woman vintner and co-founder of Salt and Pepper Wine, Cheramie Law is a woman on a mission to share the beauty of Texas wine with the world.
Raised in Sherman, Texas, and with a successful career as a Data Management Specialist in the railway industry, Cheramie has been advocating for Texas wine since 2014. What began as a first date to Fredricksburg with now-partner Todd Aho for wine tasting in 2013, has forged into a partnership in wine and life. This partnership is celebrated with the launch of the Cheramie Wine brand.
Cheramie’s vision is simple: “My hope is to inspire those who don’t see themselves represented in the wine industry and to show them there’s a seat at the table for them. So pull up a chair and raise your glass, because wine doesn’t have to be so serious. We’re here to have some fun! “

Featured Wines

ONLY AVAILABLE ON THEIR SITE – ORDER EARLY

2019 Cheramie Wine Riesling
2019 Cheramie Wine White Wine Blend (Marsanne,Roussanne,Viognier)
2020 Cheramie Wine Montepulciano Rosé

Shall We Wine - Wellness Series ~ Dorian Nash
2021-02-14 14:00 - 15:00
Please join Shall We Wine for our Wellness Series titled “Love After Covid” on Sunday, February 14, 2021 @ 2pm CST.
This event is FREE for ALL

Dorian Nash

Author/Playwright/Talk Show Host
Dorian H Nash, is a native Chicagoan raised in the Roseland community. It was in high school at Longwood Academy that Dorian’s love for writing was first realized but it wouldn’t be until some years later that Dorian truly embraced her gift as a writer. She has written, directed and produced 5 stage plays, her last play, “COUPLES, Secrets, Truths and Love.” was a sold out summer engagement.
Dorian and her husband, Sean, wrote the best-selling relationship book, “Do You Love Me Still…?” Currently, she is the Talk Show Host of The Mic Check on the Inde TV network. But of all the things Dorian has done, she is most proud to have raised two beautiful daughters, with her husband of 20 years.
Purchase Dorian’s Book, Do You Love Me…Still?

Six Elements of Wine Tasting
2021-02-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Online Event
In this engaging workshop,we will share one of the most powerful wine tasting exercises I learned some years ago from Food and Wine Magazine. We will teach you how to identify the six elements of wine tasting; body, tannins, acidity, sweetness, flavors and oak. By the end of the workshop, you will clearly understand the six elements, how to identify them in wine and other foods, and be confident in communicating which of these aspects of these elements appeal to your palate.
The link to the list of materials will be sent to you along with the Zoom information after registration. Please be sure to read.

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Shall We Wine Cocktail Hour - Sukari Bowman
2021-02-26 18:00 - 19:00
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Sukari Bowman for Wine & Conversations on Friday, February 26, 2021 @ 6pm CST
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!
This event is FREE for ALL SWW members! The cost is $15 for non-members.
Proceeds will benefit BLACK WINE PROFESSIONALS

Our Guest: Sukari Bowman
A wine-loving Cali girl with Southern charm, Sukari Bowman has mastered the balance of her 20-plus year career in Real Estate Finance and her passion as the co-founder of Love & Vines, an educational, lifestyle platform that passionately cultivates souls through wine, food and music. Sukari developed her excitement for wine while working in the banking industry in New York. Her epiphany to create the Love & Vines’ feature podcast, “The Color of Wine” was fueled by the loss of her father, the yearning to truly “live” her life, and the realization that minorities were extremely underrepresented in the wine industry. Today, The Color of Wine provides an unprecedented platform for people of color in the wine industry
including winemakers, sommeliers, wine educators, owners of wine shops, wine touring companies and wine brands, vineyard managers and many more. The podcast draws listeners from around the world interested in unlocking wine’s intrigue and power. Since the April 2017 launch of The Color of Wine, Sukari and her brother Shomari have produced five successful seasons with more than 20,000 downloads. As the host, Sukari pairs her charisma and cheerful personality with her insider wine knowledge to ensure listeners worldwide enhance their wine acumen.

Featured Wines

McBride Sisters Brut Rosé

Blanc de Sauvignon Blanc – Cuvée Agincourt

NV Sparkling Rose

Full Bodied Red Wines
2021-02-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Online Event
I like BIG wines and I cannot lie! In this class, we will build on the skills we have developed in our Six Elements of Wine Tasting Class to explore Full Bodied Red Wines. Explores flavor profiles from various regions. Learn the flavor profile of lesser known grapes such as Aglianico, Nero D’Avola, and Touriga Nacional. Also explore some of your favorite grape varieties; Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.
Anglianco, Bordeaux Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Nebbiolo, Nero D’Avola, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinotage, Syrah, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional
Materials: Wine Folly The Essential Guide (Avery Press)
Wine: Please choose a varietal from the varietals listed above to bring to class.

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Single Malt Friday
2021-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
ORDER YOUR SINGLE MALT KIT
Shall We Wine is proud to partner with Chicago Distilling Company for our spirits education series. See descriptions below and register NOW.
About Chicago Distilling Company: Chicago Distilling Company is a female owned family operated Craft Distillery in the heart of the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Inspiration came in the form of moonshining ancestors in the backwoods of Wisconsin and in 2013 the first spirits were distilled in Logan Square. Our portfolio has grown to include many award winning spirits and ready to drink canned cocktails. The tasting room opened to the public in January 2014 and continues to be an inviting gathering place for locals, out of town guests or groups looking for an interactive evening or event.
3/5/21: Single Malt Friday
What makes a Single Malt? This engaging class will help you explore and get down with the Single Malt basics. It is designed to give you the opportunity to understand the growing beverage category, while discovering the many depths of the Single Malt. Start your Single Malt journey with Shall We Wine and register for this Single Malt Friday class. Then flex your newfound Whiskey/Whisky knowledge afterwards!

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Shall We Wine - Wellness Series ~ Mila Marshall
2021-03-07 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Shall We Wine for our Wellness Series on Sunday, March 7, 2021 @ 11am CST.
This event is FREE for ALL SWW members. The cost is $15 for non-members.
We have a special guest leading us through a breathing exercise!
Intentional deep breath practices can help strengthen lungs, regulate blood pressure as well as reduce heart rate. Participants will learn about moving the breath with the body, understanding the healing benefits of the breath and be introduced to more breath practices to help destress and refocus.

Mila Marshall

I am a native Chicagoan and love the outdoors. My life is filled with excitement as I am a mother of three very active quaranteens who def keep me on my toes. Life as a yoga and meditation instructor has been transformative. I show up in my classes charged with only teaching what I practice, and that requires a lot of self truth. So with that I teach from the places that I know the best; trap yoga lets me flex my b-girl side, Sex Flex allows me to tap into the divine feminine, chair yoga and restorative gives me access to heal the hurts from life as a competitve swimmer and water polo player, beach yoga allows me to love life in open air and partner yoga is a way for me to dissolve the untruths about what I feel I am owed by others…and meditation, well it reminds me that the bells and whistles of being born in a Black body can be divine and distracting. I don’t claim to shape shift like the best of them but I am for sure clear that I am not like the rest of them. I truly believe the soul is here for its own joy and there is no liberation sweeter than that of one’s consciousness from the ego.

Shall We Wine - Virtual Movie Night - Free
2021-03-12 18:00 - 20:00
Join Us!
Please join Shall We Wine for a “Virtual Movie Night on Friday, March 12, 2021 @ 6pm CST. We’ll gather on Zoom, cue our movie and press play together. Details will be sent to all registrants via email prior to the event.
This event is FREE for everyone.

Our Featured Movie – Sideways

This is one of my favorite wine movies!
Have you seen side ways?
About the Movie: Two men reaching middle age with not much to show but disappointment embark on a week-long road trip through California’s wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle.
Sideways Wine List

Preparing for the Event

Grab your favorite bottle of wine featured in Sideways and prepare your favorite snack or charcuterie board and join us!
Here is a list of the wineries featured in the movie https://www.solvangusa.com/wine-country/sideways/
We hope to see you there!
Cheers

Registration is required below.
While there is no charge for this event, donations are very much appreciated:
Zelle: Regine@ShallWeWine.com
Venmo: @Regine-Rousseau
CashApp: @ShallWeWine
Thank you for your continued support in making Shall We Wine your go-to wine & lifestyle resource.

Cocktail Hour: Salts & Herbs
2021-03-26 18:00 - 19:00
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Erica Williams on March 26, 2021 @ 6pm CST to discuss Salt & Herbs.
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!
This event is FREE to ALL Shall We Wine Members. The cost is $15 for non-members.
If you are ordering Salt Kit, you must PURCHASE BY MARCH 15th to ensure receipt by class time.

Our Guest: Erica Williams

Erica Williams is a food and flavor expert that has been working in the food industry for over 20 years. She has marketed, researched and launched new products for top food brands in the industry, including products in the confections, salt, spices
and seasonings categories.
Join Erica in her class on The Fundamentals of Salt and Herbs, where you will learn how the right salts and herbs can create the best results for your meals and cocktails. You will leave
with a better understanding of the differences and when to use different types of salt, as well as some tips about some of the popular herbs used in cooking and cocktails.
Follow Erica on her blog and Instagram page TasteBudDiaries for the scoop on the most delicious food and unforgettable experiences!

Featured Cocktail

STRAWBERRY MARGARITA W/BASIL LIME SALT RIM
Ingredients:
(Approximately 2 servings)
• 1/2 pound (8 ounces) fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1/2 cup silver tequila
• 1/3 cup freshly-squeezed lime juice
• 2 Tablespoons honey or agave, more/less to taste
• 2 Tablespoons Cointreau or Triple Sec (or any orange liqueur)
(for serving)
• Ice, basil-lime salt rimmed glasses, extra fresh strawberries and/or
lime slices for garnish

Margarita Directions:
Add strawberries, tequila, lime juice, honey/agave, and orange
liqueur to a blender. Pulse until completely smooth. Let the mixture rest for about 3 minutes, then skim off the foam on top. Taste, and add extra tequila or sweetener if desired. Serve in Basil-Lime Salt-Rimmed Glasses
To serve on the rocks
• Fill up each glass about half full with ice, then pour the margaritas over the ice and serve immediately.
To serve frozen
• Add about 1.5 – 2 cups of ice to your blender with the strawberry margarita mixture, and pulse until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
(Strawberry Margarita Recipe from Gimme Some Oven: https://
www.gimmesomeoven.com/fresh-strawberry-margarita-recipe/)
BASIL-LIME SALT RIM
• 2 large basil leaves, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. salt
• 1 tbsp. sugar
• 1 lime wedge, or lime juice for rimming
DIRECTIONS:
Finely chop the basil leaves and place in a the base of a mortar and pestle along with the salt and sugar. Finely crush the basil leaves into the sugar and salt. If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, use a small food processor (make sure the leaves are very dry) or crush with the back of a large knife.
Place the basil salt onto a small plate. Rub the squeezed lime around the rim of each glass then roll the rim of each glass in the salt.
Recipe from
https://www.delishknowledge.com/frozen-strawberry-basil-margaritas/

Salt & Herbs (Materials Needed)

Materials needed:
– Black construction paper for the salts
– White paper (i.e. printer paper) for the herbs

Salts Needed (1/2 teaspoon of each):
– Table Salt
– Fine Sea Salt
– Coarse Sea Salt
– Kosher Salt
– Fine Pink Salt
– Coarse Pink Salt
– Fleur de Sel
Herbs Needed:
– Fresh Basil
– Fresh Mint
– Fresh Rosemary
– Dried basil (1/4 teaspoon)
– Dried mint (1/4 teaspoon)
– Dried rosemary (1/4 teaspoon)

Salt & Herbs Kits (Visit registration link to purchase)
Salt Experience Box: (includes everything you need for this salt experience)
* Pre-packaged 1 ounce samples of 7 salts
* Pre-packaged 1 ounce samples of 2 dried herbs
* 7 pre-cut pieces of black construction paper
$25 Per Box
FREE for Premier Cru Members
NOTE: Boxes do not include any ingredients for our featured cocktail
Boxes created for Shall We Wine by MyMoBox
www.mymobox.co

Medium Bodied Red Wines
2021-03-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Online Event
Build on the wine tasting skills we have developed in our Six Elements of Wine Tasting Class to explore Medium Bodied Red Wines. Explores flavor profiles of red medium bodied red wines from various regions and climates. Learn the flavor profile of lesser known grapes such as Barbera and Mencial. Also explore some of your favorite grape varieties; Merlot and Zinfandel.
Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Carignan, Carménère, Grenache, Mencia, Merlot, Montepulciano, Negroamaro, Rhône/GSM Blend, Sangiovese, Valpolicella Blend, Zinfandel
Materials: Wine Folly The Essential Guide (Avery Press)
Wine: Please choose a varietal from the varietals listed above to bring to class.

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White Spirits
2021-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
ORDER YOUR CLEAR SPIRITS KIT
Shall We Wine is proud to partner with Chicago Distilling Company for our spirits education series. See descriptions below and register NOW.
About Chicago Distilling Company: Chicago Distilling Company is a female owned family operated Craft Distillery in the heart of the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Inspiration came in the form of moonshining ancestors in the backwoods of Wisconsin and in 2013 the first spirits were distilled in Logan Square. Our portfolio has grown to include many award winning spirits and ready to drink canned cocktails. The tasting room opened to the public in January 2014 and continues to be an inviting gathering place for locals, out of town guests or groups looking for an interactive evening or event.
4/2/21: White Spirits
Level up your cocktail arsenal with white spirits! While it may seem like brown spirits get a whole lot of love, this Shall We Wine primer will introduce you to the versatility of white spirits and encourage you to think out of the box. This is not your average booze class. Learn to navigate the ins and outs of popular white spirits, refreshing cocktails and how to get the most out of them! Start your White Spirits journey with Shall We Wine and register for this White Spirits class. Cheers!

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Join Us For A Silent Walk
2021-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | TBD
Please join Shall We Wine for a short, silent walk on Sunday, April 4th @ 11:00 a.m. CST. A silent walk begins with a prompt. We will then walk (about a mile) and end with a circle where we will discuss the prompt and fellowship.
The designated meetup location will be sent to you following registration.
PREPARING FOR THE EVENT
Remember to wear appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes and bring water, a towel, and blanket (for meditation).
We hope to see you there!

Cocktail Hour: Jonah Auteri
2021-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Jonah Auteri on April 9, 2021 @ 6pm CST to discuss Sake.
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!
This event is FREE to ALL Shall We Wine Members. The cost is $15 for non-members.

Our Guest: Jonah Auteri

Jonah Auteri is the Assistant Brewer at Sango Kura, the first and only sake brewery in Pennsylvania. He is a long time craft beer enthusiast who fell in love with sake during his honeymoon in Japan. As a Certified Beer Server, Jonah has facilitated beer tasting events, and in 2019, earned his Sake Professional Certification from the Sake Education Council.
SUMMARY
In addition to providing a basic overview of sake and sake production, I would also like to highlight the diversity in flavor that is available in sake and its versatility in pairing.

Featured Spirits

Dewazakura Tobiroku Ginjo Sparkling “Festival of Stars”

Otokoyama Tokubetsu Junmai “Man’s Mountain”

Tamagawa Yamahai Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu “White Label”

Kamoizumi Kome Kome “Happy Bride”

Cocktail Hour: Catan Pisco
2021-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Catalina Bentz on April 16, 2021 @ 6pm CST to discuss Catan Pisco.
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!
This event is FREE to ALL Shall We Wine Members. The cost is $15 for non-members.

Our Guest: Catalina Bentz

Catalina was born in Chile and raised in the U.S, and cannot remember a family dinner or celebration that didn’t begin with pisco. Connecting her culture, passion and now purpose, Catan Pisco was the answer to her dreams. Though her father initially told her “no” for wanting to pursue a business degree, her entrepreneurial heart eventually turned into courage, which led her to officially launching her business.
She is honored to be the first woman in Chile’s history to own her own pisco company, and hopes to inspire other Latina women to chase their dreams and turn them into realities.

Featured Spirits

Catan Pisco Reserve
Not sure what pisco is? Think “If Vodka and Tequila had a baby,” -that is maybe what it would taste like.

Featured Cocktails

THE “PERFECT” PISCO SOUR
Ingredients
2 oz of Catan Pisco
1 oz Fresh lime juice
1 oz simple syrup
1 oz or 1 freshly cracked egg white
Directions
Add all ingredients to shaker, without ice, and shake. Fill shaker with ice, and shake once more. Double strain into a coupe. Carefully garnish with four drops of bitters, and a dash of cinnamon.

“”TWO TOUCH” COCKTAILS
Catan & Tonic
Catan & Coke
Catan & Cran

PREPARING FOR THE EVENT
Feel free to join us in tasting the featured pisco. You can also follow along to create the featured cocktails with us.
WHERE TO BUY:
www.catanpisco.com, www.binnys.com, www.emilios.com, www.drizzly.com, www.shoponvine.com, www.target.com
Prepare yourself a charcuterie board and join us!
Cheers!

Light Bodied Reds and Rosé
2021-04-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Online Event
Build on the wine tasting skills we have developed in our Six Elements of Wine Tasting Class to explore Light Bodied Reds and Rosé Wines. Explores flavor profiles of light bodied reds and rosé from various regions and climates.
Gamay & Pinot Noir Rosé, Rosado, Vin Gris
Materials: Wine Folly The Essential Guide (Avery Press)
Wine: Please choose a varietal from the varietals listed above to bring to class.

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A Night In Tuscany: Wine and Olive Oil
2021-04-30 18:00
We know oil and water don’t mix, but Italian olive oil and wine make a perfect combo! Grad your loaf of bread, order your bottles and join Regine T. Rousseau, the Shall We Wine Tribe, Vero, and La Maliosa on April 30, 2021 @ 6pm CST as we explore Italian wines and olive oil.
THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE ZOOM TASTING- COME AND EXPLORE YOUR SIP
LEARN
Learn about natural wines, orange wines and olive oils from Tuscany!

DRINK
Drink with our tribe and meet new friends
PURCHASE your bottles via the links below from our featured guests
ORANGE WINE – La Maliosa’s natural Saturnia Bianco
NATURAL WINE, La Maliosa Saturnia Rosso 2019
ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL tuscan blend, Aurinia
Buy the pack and save : Tuscan Natural Wine & Olive Oil Explorer Set

Tuscan Natural Wine & Olive Oil Explorer Set
Explorer Set includes:
1) A natural red wine, La Maliosa Saturnia Rosso 2019, FIRST TIME IN THE US MARKET!
2) An organic extra virgin olive oil Tuscan blend, Aurinia. The 2020 harvest is also just making it to the US

Purchase the set for $64.99 with free shipping here
Discount code
Shall We Wine guests get 10% off your first purchase with discount code VEROSHALLWEWINE used in our online SHOP

REPEAT
You’ll be hooked after the first event! Join us April 30, 2021 @ 6pm CST and tell a friend!

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Tacos and Cocktail Demo
2021-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Chef Brad Anderson for a tacos and cocktail demo. The event is on May 7, 2021 at 6:00 PM Central.
Featured cocktails and recipes are listed below.
You know Shall We Wine for “putting you on” fabulous brands and producers. With these virtual hours, we aim to infuse that same joy and wonder you would during our usual tastings… but while you’re in the comforts of your home!
And unlike many large scale tastings, this invite gives you exclusive access to an intimate mini-party with amazing people in the food and beverage world! Come, and let’s taste through some magic. See you soon!

Our Host – Chef Brad Anderson

Brad Anderson is celebrity private chef, food stylist, recipe developer, and food consultant in NYC. He studied at Kitchen Academy in Los Angeles where he was top of his class. As a private chef he caters to each individual client and/or family basing each meal and dish on their specific requests, likes, and even medically based. He believes food should be clean and simple, bursting with flavor and not taking too much time to achieve those goals. He holds small to large culinary classes teaching knife skills, saucier classes, French techniques to bread making and pastry desserts. He served as a Pastry Chef at restaurants in LA as well as NYC. As a food stylist he has worked on Jimmy Kimmel, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Good Day LA, and the Food Network’s “The Kitchen”. Brad’s creative spirit served him well as a Broadway dancer for 15 years and now he uses the same creativity to bring his special flare to your kitchen and dinner tables!

Featured Cocktail Recipe

MARGARITA
Take in the heart of Mexico as the flavors of Oaxaca transport you through a new twist on the classic margarita recipe.
INGREDIENTS
▪ Use your favorite tequila, mezcal, or rum
▪ 1oz Fresh Lime Juice
▪ 1/2 oz Agave Nectar
METHOD
Shake and serve over ice.
Garnish with salt rim and lime wedge.

Featured Recipe (Please Join the Cooking Demo!)

SPICY GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS W/ STRAWBERRY/AVOCADO/SWEET POTATO SALSA
For the Salsa:
1 pound strawberries, hulled and diced
2 large avocados, pitted and diced
1 med sweet potato, diced & steamed (3-5 min. in microwave or boil for 3-5min)
1/2 red onion, diced
1-2 jalapeños, seeded and fine diced
zest of 1/2 lime
juice of 1/2 lime
1/2 t salt
1/4 t garlic powder
1/2 t smoked sweet paprika
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and stir until thoroughly combined. Set
aside.
For the Shrimp:
Spice Mix:
1 T of each: Chili powder, Cumin, Garlic Powder, Smoked Sweet Paprika
1/4 t of cayenne pepper
1 t kosher salt or sea salt
1 t fresh cracked pepper
In a small bowl mix all ingredients till combined. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss the shrimp and the spice mix in a bowl and toss till coated. Heat a drizzle of oil a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the shrimp to the hot pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through. Place in bowl and cover until ready to assemble tacos.
Assembly:
Best heat up your tortillas on the stove top or grill. Start with tortilla of choice. Add 2-3 grilled shrimp then top with the Strawberry/Avocado/Sweet Potato Salsa. Finish with sprinkle of cotija cheese and spritz of lime.
ENJOY!!!

Let's Meet Up! Virtual Game Night!
2021-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
You Are Invited

Please join Shall We Wine & Israel Greene for a meet up on Friday, May 21st @ 6pm CST!
We will host a Virtual Trivia Game Night, so Bring Your Own Bottle and get ready to have some fun!

Our Host – Israel Greene

J. Israel Greene is a Professional Speaker, Leadership Trainer, and Coach with The John Maxwell Team and Founder of Lead U Academy. He is also the host of the anxiously anticipated podcast “Growth Zone with Israel”. Israel floats around the country speaking and facilitating workshops on topics such as leadership, D&I Initiatives, and Personal Growth and Development. His programs focus on empowering leaders and organizations who are struggling to create a productive, thriving company culture that is needed for success. Some of his clients include Chicago Public Schools, Whirlpool, DFW Airport, and Municipalities throughout Illinois. READ MORE

Aromatic White Wines
2021-05-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Online Event
Stop and smell the roses, herbs, and fruit! In this class, we will explore flavor profiles of aromatic white wines.
Chenin Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Muscat Blanc (AKA Moscato d’Asti, Moscatel, Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, Muscat Canelli, Muskateller), Riesling, Torrontés
Materials: Wine Folly The Essential Guide (Avery Press)
Wine: Please choose a varietal from the varietals listed above to bring to class.

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Gallery Guichard
2021-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
You Are Invited
Please join Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine for the McRae 9th Annual Fine Art Home Preview at the Gallery Guichard on Friday, June 4th @ 7pm CST.
THIS IS A FREE, IN PERSON EVENT! MASKS REQUIRED SPACE IS LIMITED
700pm-730pm CST Shall We Wine “MEMBERS ONLY” VIP reception
730pm-830pm CST Open to all Shall We Wine guests
Registration is required as space is limited. Please register and we will confirm your reservation.
Registration Required: Click Here & Secure Your Spot Now!

Can’t attend in person? Register for the virtual exhibition on June 5th HERE!

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Join Us For A Silent Walk
2021-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | TBD
Please join Shall We Wine for a short, silent walk on Sunday, June 6th @ 10:00 a.m. CST. A silent walk begins with a prompt. We will then walk (about a mile) and end with a circle where we will discuss the prompt and fellowship.
The designated meetup location will be sent to you following registration.
PREPARING FOR THE EVENT
Remember to wear appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes and bring water, a towel, and blanket (for meditation).
We hope to see you there!

Have You Tried Wines from Armenia?
2021-06-11 18:00
Regine T. Rousseau, Founder and CEO of Shall We Wine and Christopher Poldoian of Storica are excited to have you join our live tasting of Storica Wines from Armenia on June 11, 2021 @ 6pm CST
Step 1: BUY THE WINES

Step 2: REGISTER for this FREE Event

Step 3: JOIN US 6/11/21 AT 6:00 PM CST

Featured Wines
please order early to allow enough time for delivery

Zulal Voskehat

Zulal Areni Reserve

Keush Origins

Shofer Rose

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