Archives for "wine"

Close to Columbus: Weekend Trip to Sandusky

Close to Columbus: Weekend Trip to Sandusky

8 Anne / September 2, 2011 1:25 pm

Since it had been awhile since we have visited the beauty of Lake Erie, we decided to take a short weekend trip with a couple of friends. Driving up Route 4 can be a bit of a sad drive, we… [Read More]

Caffe Daniela Expanding to Evening Hours with Beer & Wine Specials

Caffe Daniela Expanding to Evening Hours with Beer & Wine Specials

3 Walker / September 1, 2011 10:45 am

Following in the footsteps of other Downtown lunch spots such as J. Gumbo’s and Lexi’s on Third, Caffe Daniela is growing their hours of service into the evening by offering beer and wine service in addition to a casual dinner… [Read More]

Beer and Wine Comes to the Ohio State Fair

Beer and Wine Comes to the Ohio State Fair

11 Walker / April 21, 2011 10:45 am

Several years ago, there was a bit of public debate about the validity of the presence of locally produced beer and wine at the Ohio State Fair. Opponents said it would detract from the family friendly atmosphere while proponents argued… [Read More]

Local Drinkers Launch Local Drinking Blog

1 Walker / April 12, 2011 11:30 pm

A group of dedicated booze enthusiasts recently launched DrinkUpColumbus.com, a new online resource that covers everything related to potent potables. New content is being posted up regularly, and includes bar reviews, home brewing tips, event write-ups and more

Brothers Drake Opens New Doors Tomorrow

Brothers Drake Opens New Doors Tomorrow

16 Walker / March 4, 2011 12:10 pm

The March edition of Gallery Hop takes place in the Short North tomorrow, and it also signals the opening of one of the area’s newest tenants. Brothers Drake was previously located on the far north side, between Worthington and Polaris,… [Read More]

Central Ohio’s Local Wine, Beer and Spirits Makers

3 Walker / January 28, 2011 8:30 am

Over the past three weeks, The Metropreneur ran a “Trendspotting” series focused on local small scale wine, beer and spirits manufacturers located in Central Ohio. This series provides a look at how the growing “buy local” trend has affected these… [Read More]

Via Vecchia Winery Readies a New Batch of Grapes

Via Vecchia Winery Readies a New Batch of Grapes

3 Walker / October 2, 2010 1:30 pm

Via Vecchia Winery relocated to the Brewery District earlier this summer, and have already been operating as an event space, wine bar, and retail shop. Today they received their first 20-ton batch of grapes for production in their new home… [Read More]

The Barrel and Bottle Coming to the North Market

The Barrel and Bottle Coming to the North Market

10 Walker / September 23, 2010 10:30 am

A new wine and beer shop called “The Barrel and Bottle” will be opening in November in the North Market to replace the recently closed Grapes of Mirth. Jen Burton and Collin Castore will be the owners and operators of… [Read More]

Columbus Wine Festival Continues at Franklin Park

Columbus Wine Festival Continues at Franklin Park

3 Walker / July 31, 2010 11:30 am

The second annual Columbus Wine Festival kicked off last night outside of the Franklin Park Conservatory, and the festivities continue today from 3pm to 9pm. Over 270 wines are featured, and tickets to the event are $35 at the door,… [Read More]

Via Vecchia Winery Relocates to Brewery District

Via Vecchia Winery Relocates to Brewery District

12 Walker / June 2, 2010 2:00 pm

Via Vecchia Winery was founded in a Powell basement in 2005 by three guys with a passion for wine making. Five years later, the business is moving into a much larger facility located at 485 South Front Street in the… [Read More]

Ohio Quality Wine Program Features Local Wineries

1 Walker / May 27, 2010 9:00 am

Starting in June, and running through November, The Ohio Quality Wine Program will partner with independent restaurants throughout Ohio to promote locally-produced wines. The program was established by the Ohio Grape Industries Committee, and is only open to wines produced… [Read More]

Mouton Opening in the Short North on June 1st

Mouton Opening in the Short North on June 1st

9 Walker / May 25, 2010 8:00 am

The papers are off the windows at 954 North High Street, and Mouton will be opening their doors to the public next Tuesday, June 1st. We spoke with proprietor Yusef Riazi back in November when he first unveiled the concept… [Read More]

Dillman Wins Regional Sommelier Competition

17 Walker / April 6, 2010 10:00 am

(Photo Credit: Scott Cunningham) The regional Top|Somm competition for the Great Lakes area took place in Chicago last night, and as tweeted live via @LisaTheWaitress, Columbus competitor Chris Dillman took first place. Dillman beat out seven other Sommeliers and will… [Read More]

Local Sommelier Heads to Regional Competition

11 Walker / February 11, 2010 8:00 am

(Photo Credit: Scott Cunningham) Chris Dillman will compete in the Regional Top|Somm competition, to take place this Spring in Chicago. The Top|Somm competition is held by the Guild of Sommeliers, the educational arm of the Court of Master Sommeliers. 50… [Read More]

Shop Local Holiday Guide: Hills Market

Shop Local Holiday Guide: Hills Market

0 Walker / December 22, 2009 10:00 am

Only two days left to finish your holiday shopping! That means that if you still have gifts to buy for friends and loved ones, your time is almost up! In order to assist, we’ve reached out to a wide variety… [Read More]