Hi Everyone! A BIG Thanks to Will for starting this group and for all of the fantastic activities he organized! As the new co-organizers of this group we strive to follow in Will's footsteps by continuing to plan fun meetups.  We are also looking to our group of 600+ for meetup suggestions in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area! Meet fellow Wine & Spirit Enthusiasts and Foodies near you! Come to a local Wine & Beverage Meetup to taste new wines of all varietals, single malt scotch, sipping ru …

We are a group looking to gather some new friends and have some fun with wine tasting, wine pairing, sharing our favorite wines and wine classes. We are hoping to be able to host at least one fun event every month and more as long as there is interest. Our group is both social and educational. We offer the best of both worlds. Most of our events are held in or around Skippack PA. After 5 Gifts is a venue where many of these events are held. After 5 Gifts is a quaint "Wine Themed" gift shop. Atta …

Being new to the Logan's Circle area, we would love to get to know our new neighbors by creating a way for us all to taste fun wines while taking the opportunity to meet new people and create friendly bonds. Our group will include casual wine tastings, excursions to vineyards in Maryland and Virginia, wine maker dinners at local restaurants, and even wine movie night! We are open to new ideas, so feel free to post comments on our discussion board! All are welcome to join. Anyone who has had a …

Great News for Rehoboth Beach Wine Lovers, we are in the process of forming a new chapter of the American Wine Society (AWS). The AWS is an organization for anyone who is interested in wine, wine appreciation, and wine education. Our Motto is “Wine appreciation through education”. We are a friendly group of wine enthusiasts and welcome all who want to learn more about the joys and pleasures of wine. Don't know much about wine? That's ok. We'll learn together. We plan on holding monthly wine tast …

This is a meet-up for "like minded individuals" to get together over a good bottle of wine, paired with a good meal and share thoughts/feeling about wine, winemaking and viticulture in general. We are a group of "Wine Enthusiasts" that meet at various locations in the South Jersey area; with an occasional foray into Philly and Delaware. Members and their guests are required to pay a non-refundable, $2 event fee, which will be collected at the event.

Do you live in NoVA and love fresh, locally grown foods and locally produced wines and spirits? We are a group dedicated to seeking out local food, wine and spirits producers, creating relationships with them, and with each other, by meeting up and visiting local farms, dairies, wineries and distillers, as well as farmer's markets. Many of these local establishments welcome groups for tours, tastings and even classes, so how better to enjoy those than as a group of fast friends seeking out the b …

This group was started to share happy hours, fun classes and events. If you enjoy tasting and learning about new foods and wine this group is for you. Lets eat!

Grapevine is more than just tasting wine - it's enjoying great food too! Whether you're new to wine and want to learn more or you're a "foodie" and you love to try new restaurants, Grapevine offers great events. The Organizer: Charlie Adler, President of TasteDC, has completed his first book on wine: "I Drink On the Job: a Refreshing Perspective on Wine" - More Information at http://www.idrinkonthejob.com "A Meal Without Wine is Breakfast!" Cheers!

About Wine Tasting Wine tasting is the sensory examination and evaluation of wine. Wines are made up of chemical compounds which are similar or identical to those in fruits, vegetables, and spices. The sweetness of wine is determined by the amount of residual sugar in the wine after fermentation, relative to the acidity present in the wine. Dry wine, for example, has only a small amount of residual sugar. Individual flavors may also be detected, due to the complex mix of organic molecules such a …

This is a group for anyone who wants to explore the restaurants that Alexandria has to offer. I started this group to meet new people and socialize while enjoying good food and wine. If you see a posted meetup that's full and you want to go, still add yourself to the waiting list. About 3 days before the event, I'll send out a reminder for everyone to update their RSVPs and more spots become available. Also, meetups that are posted more than 2 weeks out will be waiting list only. I'll manually o …

GOT WINE? We do! Our group is about the finer things in life: wine and festivities! When you join our group, expect to enjoy events from sophisticated wine tastings, to the not-so-sophisticated wine festivals; maybe a hike that ends with a celebration of wine and cheeses, or a simple get-together at a member's home to have our own wine-tasting from the hot tub! No matter what your idea of a good time is, we have something for everyone. You will learn about wines, the various venues in PA and MD …

This group is being formed to bring together gay men interested in learning more about wine and making some new friendships, but not in a stuffy way. Definitely not aspiring to become wine experts but interested in getting together for wine education classes at some of the local wine training schools, going to restaurants & wine bars to sample wine, and/or gatherings in members homes to share bottles. The direction the group takes will be guided by the members.

Our group is for those who enjoy fine wines and lively conversation. We have fun but we also take our wine somewhat seriously. Please no wine snobs!! If you are unsure of your wine snobiness level just ask your friends ;). We are always open to making new friends and sampling new wines. We meet at Libations Lounge in the Harry Packer Mansion. We have both formal and informal tastings.

Are you a wine and or food lover? Interested in pairing food & wine? Experienced wine drinker, educated in winemaking or a novice and interested in finding out more? Lets get together and explore the region together. This group is for all levels of knowledge. I am a wine consultant with WineShop at Home and just LOVE WINE and pairing wine with foods, desserts, etc. I wanted to be able to create a group that shares similiar interests im order to build upon those interests to create long lasting f …

Join wine enthusiasts from around the area to discover all the hidden hot spots and treasures for wine tasting and socializing.  This group is for anyone looking for an excuse to get out of the house and enjoy a glass of wine or two with friends new and old. Everyone is welcome, from bouquet-sniffers, to the educated connoisseurs, and to the occasional fallen down Wino.  This will be a great place for you to meet friends, drink some wine and discover the classy venues around the area. We will ho …

Loving wine is a passion that is quickly spreading, faster than a bush fire in the arid land of the Aussie down under. To share wine is one of the greatest joys in life, right next to the joy of cooking, and sharing the spoils while dining with friends and family. This casual group will be driven by tasting wine, food pairings, enjoying entertaining banter, and listening to guest speakers as they bestow upon us the essence of the wine world as they know it. All are welcome. Couples, single …

This group is for young professionals around DC/MD/VA area who enjoy music/food/beer/wine/socializing events. My goal is to meet new people and make new friends. If you have RSVP'd to an event and can no longer attend please remember to update your RSVP. Also, if you have any suggestions for an event please let me know.

This is a group for people who are interested in not only drinking great wine but learning about it as well. Let's plan events that are fun and educational. Let's find out why Chardonnay tastes different in Burgundy then it does in Napa. What wines should we drink now or lay down for 20 years? Let's find out together while drinking great wine and having fun. This is a group for wine enthusiasts of all levels who want to learn more about what's in our glass. Events will include the standard wine …

"Wine is something larger than we might imagine. Wine is passion. It's family and friends. It's warmth of heart and generosity of spirit. Wine is culture and refinement. And wine is the very essence of civilization and what we mean by the Art of Living." -Robert Mondavi Calling all those in the Washington DC metro area that love to drink and learn about great wine and enjoy everything that accompanies it – great food, travel, culture, building friendships, great conversations, laughter and mem …

This is a group for chocolate lovers who are interested in learning about, and tasting fine chocolate. We will taste and review unique chocolate bars made from different cacao varieties, origins and brands; Likewise, we will seek interesting bon-bons , truffles and other confections made with the finest chocolate. I would like to organize events that will allow members to gain insight into subject such as: a. The chocolate making process from bean to bar b. Chocolate tasting and appreciate tec …

This is a new group for couples who enjoy wine and food and are interested in making new friends. We plan on meeting at least once a month in different people's homes. We are in our mid-40's but couples of all ages are welcome. We live in Gaithersburg, but are open to members from other locations in Montgomery County.

This group is for all the DC-region wine lovers out there. We'll be organizing weekly wine tastings, and tours of Virginia's wine country. If you want to learn more about wine, discover great local vintages, and meet new people, sign up for this group today and join one of our meetups!

Meet fellow wine enthusiasts in the DC region and learn about the fascinating world of wine. You don't have to be a member to attend one of our local events and friends are always welcome! We host wine events for every kind of taster: Beginners to experienced palates. Our wine events include 10 for $10 Super Tastings, meeting with winemakers, wine importers, and journalists.

Simply put a foodie is someone who loves everything there is to know or learn about food. Do you love food and have adventurous taste? Do you love trying new restaurants? Looking to meet some like-minded lesbian friends who share the same interests in all things food? Well this is not your Sisters meetup! and what's "a Judy"...you ask? A lesbian. This term was originated by the lesbian community in Colorado due to the fact that there seems to be a disproportionate number of older lesbians named …

This Meetup group is dedicated to enjoying the excellent dining choices in and around the Anne Arudel County, MD area. We expect to meet at least monthly to enjoy great food at a different location each time. Depending on location, group size may be limited and of course, depending on group size, special deals may be offered by the group! This group is free to join!

Introduction: Our founder decided to start this group because she enjoyed wine and want to get to know other people in their 20s & 30s that like wine too.  It worked!  Since getting started in April 2010, we have attended 250 tastings, wineries, dinners, festivals, happy hours, parties, and almost any other idea, as long as it somehow involves wine, with many more planned! We look for a great mix of men and women in their 20s & 30s - single, married, couples, just friends, it doesn't matter - th …

LOVE FOOD and LOVE to try everything? Come and join the Adventures Foodies as we sample the most exotic foods from all over the world RIGHT HERE IN PHILADELPHIA! This is the perfect opportunity for you to try different foods that you would never have tried before! Do all of this in a fun, relaxed setting with other adventurous eaters just like yourself! I hope to see you at our dinner table soon! - Alex Chang, Organizer (alexfchang@gmail.com)