Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Upcoming Dining Events

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Thursday, June 18th: Wines on the Riverfront—Australia and New Zealand, at Andiamo Detroit Riverfront

Our Wines On The Riverfront events are held every Thursday thru August on our patio facing the beautiful Detroit and Canada Skylines, and are co-hosted by Andiamo Sommelier Lisa Ribaudo, and her wine team. You’ll explore 5 wines paired with Tapas style appetizers prepared by Chef Ed. Enjoy a beautiful setting, along with great food, wine, and a bit of education too!

Where: Andiamo Riverfront, Detroit
When: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Tix: $35.00 plus tax & gratuity
www.andiamoitalia.com

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Thursday, June 18th: Third Thursday Cocktail Party at the Scarab Club

Join the Scarab Club and Detroit Synergy for a special third Thursday cocktail party, where Steven Ellis will be stirring up the spirits, with a literary theme. $5.00 cover at the door. Light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.

In celebration of the Scarab Club's June Literary Celebration our charity partner for the evening is the United Way Reading Village project. Please bring at least one new children's book for kids ages infant through five years. Thank you for supporting this exciting program.

Where: The Scarab Club, Detroit
When: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Tix: $5.00
www.scarabclub.org

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Thursday, June 18th: DYP Mixer at Fifth Avenue Royal Oak

Join DYP at Fifth Avenue - Royal Oak inside the main bar and charming billiards lounge. Enjoy a laid back atmosphere, drink specials and a game of billiards. The evening begins in the main bar (downstairs) and continues in the billiards lounge (upstairs) @ 8 p.m. Casual attire.

Thursday, June 18, 2009
6:30 pm - until
Fifth Avenue - Royal Oak
215 W. Fifth Street
Royal Oak, MI 48067
(248) 542-9922

*GET INVOLVED:
DYP is a volunteer-driven organization and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to participate. A thirteen-member Leadership Team governs and oversees the organization’s operations and affairs. Getting involved is as simple as attending our meetings and helping out with projects, as needed.

SUNDAY JUNE 14
DYP General Meeting
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Team Detroit (South Entrance)
550 Town Center Dr., Dearborn, MI 48126

Contact: volunteer@detroityoungprofessionals.org
To RSVP, email volunteer@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

Where: Fifth Avenue, Royal Oak
When: 6:30PM-midnight
Tix: Free admission
www.detroityoungprofessionals.org

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Friday, June 19th: The 20/20 Wine Tasting at Opus One

20 Featured Wines
$20.00 per Guest

Join Opus One as we present "Summer in a Glass" a tasting of offerings to drink this Spring and Summer. 20 wines for $20.00 paired with a selection of appetizers from our Chef Tim Gizinsky. This is sure to spark your imagination and educate your palette. Don't miss the newest drink trend this summer "Wine-Tales" a blend of classic cocktail flavors with signature wines.
Call Now for Reservations Space is Limited: (313) 961-7766 Press 1 for Reservations.

Where: Opus One, Detroit
When: 6:00PM-8:00PM
Tix: $20.00
www.opus-one.com

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Friday, June 19th: Morton’s of Troy Malbec Tasting

Morton's The Steakhouse explores Argentina's famous Malbec varietal with a Malbec Tasting on Friday, June 19. Enjoy select 2006 thru 2008 medium to full-bodied red wines with ripe fruit flavors of plum and blackberry.

The wines will be paired with Morton's signature appetizers including cheese, broiled sea scallops and sliced tenderloin.

Where: Morton’s the Steakhouse, Troy
When: 6:00PM-7:30PM
Tix: $45.00
www.mortons.com

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Saturday, June 20th-Sunday, June 21st: The Ultimate Martini Overnight at the Holiday Inn Express

A unique and unforgettable overnight getaway awaits you in Downtown Detroit. Come learn how to make the perfect martini's in our University's interactive martini class where you will make your own martini's to taste. For those individuals who do not drink, we have an interactive non alcoholic drink mixing class where you will learn the abc's of mixing great tasting drinks. Later in the evening you will come to full a course dinner. (Dinner menu to be posted shortly).

Beginning at 12:00 Midnight our Old School Pajama Mixer with P- Tyme playing hustle music and giving lessons, card games and for even more fun a dating game. The next morning you can get in your early morning swim in the hotel's pool or workout in the fitness room. You will enjoy a breakfast buffet before checking out. (Breakfast menu to be posted shortly)

Space is limited so register below and do not miss out on what promises to be a fun overnight get-a-way.
http://www.tcatravelclub.com/martiniovernight.html

Where: The Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites, Detroit
When: 3:00PM-1:00PM
Tix: $99.00 per person (based on double occupancy)
www.tcatravelclub.com

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Sunday, June 21st: Duo Escobar at Le Petit Zinc

Duo Escobar is Steve and Dennis, the heartbeat of Grupo Escobar- one of the few Afro-Cuban based bands in Detroit. Their duo of percussion and guitar spreads the repetoire a little further, including Argentinian classics, Flamenco, Samba and more.
Part of the Sunday brunch series at Le Petit Zinc. Music at 12 noon; $1 min. donation added to the bill.

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Tuesday, June 23rd & Thursday, June 25th: Wines on the Riverfront—Spain and Portugal, at Andiamo on the Riverfront

Our Wines On The Riverfront events are held every Thursday thru August on our patio facing the beautiful Detroit and Canada Skylines, and are co-hosted by Andiamo Sommelier Lisa Ribaudo, and her wine team. You’ll explore 5 wines paired with Tapas style appetizers prepared by Chef Ed. Enjoy a beautiful setting, along with great food, wine, and a bit of education too!

Where: Andiamo on the Riverfront, Detroit
When: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Tix: $35.00
www.andiamoitalia.com