Chocolate & Wine Weekend
Chocolate & Wine Weekend
Friday, September 24, 7:30-10pm, Evening of Chocolate and Wine
$49.95 The festival kickoff begins on Friday evening with an Evening of Chocolate & Wine at Salado Wine Seller. Guests will be invited to savor the taste of premier Texas wines paired with decadent chocolates. The Evening of Chocolate & Wine will feature the finest in artisan chocolate desserts prepared by The Range and wine tasting from Texas vineyards.
Saturday, September 25, 2-5 pm, Chocolate Trail & Wiseman House Chocolate
$24.95 Five chocolate stops throughout Salado. At Salado Wine Seller, we will feature Wiseman House Chocolate tastings. Those who purchase a trail ticket will partake Free golf cart shuttle in Salado from 12:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday, September 25, 7-9 pm, Folk & Fudge
$9.95 Cover charge includes light hors d’oeuvres and of course fudge from Sir Wigglesworth sold at Mud Pies Pottery. Music will be by Austin folk band Jiminy Crisket. Texas Wine will be available for purchase. Free golf cart shuttle in Salado from 12:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Morning Buzz–KWTX
KWTX--Morning Buzz
Will, from Inn on the Creek and I were on KWTX’s “Morning Buzz” program this morning to promotoe the Chocolate and Art Festival. Part I & Part II below…
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Chocolate Festival at Salado Wine Seller
5 desserts to be matched with 5 wines
5 desserts to be matched with 5 wines
Salado Chocolate
& Art Festival
Evening of Chocolate & Wine
Friday, September 25th, 7:30 – 10 pm. The festival kickoff begins on Friday evening with an Evening of Chocolate & Wine from at Salado Wine Seller. Guests will be invited to savor the taste of premier Texas wines paired with decadent chocolate desserts by Dave Hermann from The Range. Free shuttle transportation will run from 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Tickets are $45 and can be ordered by phone (254) 947-8011 or http://www.saladochocolatefestival.com/tickets.htm
Meet Wiseman House Chocolatier
Saturday, September 26th, 12 - 5 pm. Thirteen years ago artist and Chocolatier Kevin Wenzel first opened the doors to the Wiseman House to begin offering fine handmade chocolates to the public. Having studied fine arts in Europe, Asia and the U.S., and chocolate making at a fifth generation chocolate school in Pennsylvania, this confectioner’s son possesses the perfect combination of talent, training, and heritage for this delicate art. Meet the artist and sample the goods! No charge for admission.
Fajitas, Folk, and Chocolate
Saturday, September 26, 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Music will be provided by Schade Tree. Acoustic guitars, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle are the instruments of choice for members of the Schade Tree Band. The Belton based folk-bluegrass band has been playing together for the past 6 years locally for private parties, restaurants, and festivals. The variety of musical selections is one of the traits of the band as are the three-part harmony spicing up the band’s sound. Song choices range from rock-n-roll to country from bluegrass to old-time and folk music from the 1800s
$30 for glass of wine, fajitas by Johnny’s Steaks & BBQ, & chocolates by Wiseman House Chocolates if ticket purchased by Sep 23. $35 if ticket purchased Sep 23-Sep 26. $5 cover charge at door for those who do not want food & wine package. Call for tickets (254) 947-8011, or hopefully the following link is working:
All alcohol must be purchased from Salado Wine Seller. Anyone possessing or consuming alcohol from other sources will be asked to leave. Salado Wine Seller reserves the right to prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages at any time.
Menu for Progressive Taste of Salado–AUG 4th
Don’t forget! August 4th is approaching soon. Reservations are required.
The progression of the evening will include:
1st Pairing – Salado Wine Seller
Appetizers upon Arrival at Salado Wine Seller
Citrus Poached Shrimp with Cool Mango Salsa served on individual spoons
Smoked Duck and Potato “Croquette” with Wild Mushroom Drizzle
Watermelon, Heirloom Tomato and Basil Bites with Balsamic Drizzle
Paired with Brennan Viognier from Comanche, TX
2nd Pairing – Inn on the Creek
First Course Selections Presented at Inn on the Creek
Bouchon Goat Cheese Trio with Arugala Salad paired with Llano Estacado Viviana from Lubbock, TX
Escargot Parisian paired with McPherson Sangiovese from Lubbock, TX
3rd Pairing – The Range at the Barton House
Entrée Course Presented at The Range Restaurant
Ancho-Espresso Rubbed and Smoked Filet of Beef over Smoked Cheddar Mashed, Grilled Veggies and Red Caboose Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Reduction Sauce paired with Red Caboose Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend from Meridian, TX but grown by our very own June Ritterbusch at Salado Wine Seller
4th Pairing – Gregory’s of Salado
(Course presentation provided by Adelea’s on Main)
Dessert Course Presented by Adelea’s on Main at Gregory’s of Salado
Assorted Truffles paired with Pleasant Hill Rosso Port and Pleasant Hill Tawny Port from Brenham, TX & Texas Hills Orange Muscato from Johnson City, TX
Please arrange your evening schedule to allow three to four hours for this unique culinary experience.
Please click here to make your reservation. Your reservation will be guaranteed with the credit card number you provided. An increase or decrease in party size must be requested prior to July 28th, and is subject to availability. Given this is a pre-billed event refunds are not possible, however gifting your reservation to another party is encouraged.
If you have any additional questions, or if there is any additional planning we can do to make your evening with us more enjoyable, please don’t hesitate to contact us at (254) 947-5554.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
In the Spirit of Hospitality,
The 2009 Participants of A Progressive Taste of Salado
Evening of Chocolate & Wine HUGE SUCCESS
Preparation for Evening of Chocolate and Wine
Table set for 5 wine samples
5 desserts to be matched with 5 wines
Close up of the Desserts
Tent at Night
We served 95 sets of chocolate desserts and Texas wines. Fortunately we had great weather, no mosquitos, and fun for all. The wines served came from Brushy Creek Vineyards, Texas Hills Vineyard, and Chisholm Trail Winery.
Thanks to the Salado Board of Tourism & Embella for their help with publicity and glassware. The beautiful tent was from Party Renters in Belton. Thanks to Linda Griffith for the placemats. Thanks to the sponsors and thanks to Suzi E. for her help. Thanks to Suzi W., Emily, Don & Lou who had to wash 600 glasses when it was all over!
A very special thanks to Dave Hermann at The Range. As you can see from the pictures, if you need a caterer, Dave is the man. These desserts were very labor-intensive and they were fabulous! Dave and his staff not only prepare the best food, but they are also provide the best service and I recommend them highly.
Evening of Chocolate and Wine, Friday October 10, 2008
Friday, October 10
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm at Salado Wine Seller
Purchase tickets for $35/each at www.saladochocolatefestival.com/tickets.htm or at Salado Wine Seller, 881-B N. Main St., Salado
Taste the following 5 Texas wines matched with 5 chocolate desserts.
1)Chisholm Trail Belle Star $17/bottle:
Fruity and tart wine paired with Tuxedo Dipped Strawberries
2)Texas Hills Kick Butt Cabernet Sauvignon $20/bottle:
Medium-bodied cab paired with Mini Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake bites
3)Brushy Creek Texas Rose $17.50/bottle:
Semi-sweet blush wine paired with Chocolate Mousse Filled Profiteroles
4)Texas Hills Orange Muscato $17.50/bottle:
Light essence of orange occurs naturally in this wine paired with Chocolate “Pecan” Biscotti
5)Pleasant Hill Tawny Port $23/bottle:
Fortified dessert wine paired with Double Chocolate Truffles
The sumptuous desserts will be prepared by Dave Hermann from The Range Restaurant, 101 N. Main St., Salado, TX, 76571
We had to do all the hard work and sample the desserts and wine for you to make sure it will be good, and we can assure you, it will be FANASTIC!
Carriage rides and Belguim horses will provide transportation from both Stagecoach Inn and the Holiday Inn Express.
Tickets are selling fast, see you soon!
June Ritterbusch
Salado Wine Seller
(254) 947-8011
For other events that might interest you this weekend, check www.salado.com:
Friday, October 10
9 am – 8 pm, Christmas in October, free admission
Start your holiday shopping now and visit the Giant Ladies’ Auxiliary Bake Sale
Saturday, October 11
9 am – 5 pm, Christmas in October, free admission
5 pm – 9 pm, Fine Art Gallery Tour, free admission
Visit the Salado art galleries, view chocolate sculptures and visit with Susan Eminger & sample her famous cheesecake-stuffed strawberries dipped in chocolate
Sunday, October 12
11 am -2 pm Chocolate & Art Brunch
Purchase your tickets at www.saladochocolatefestival.com/tickets.htm for brunch at Adelea’s, Stagecoach Inn, or Inn on the Creek.
Salado Chocolate Festival
The festival kickoff begins on Friday evening with an Evening of Chocolate & Wine from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Salado Wine Seller. Carriage rides and Belgian horses will provide transportation from both Stagecoach Inn and the Holiday Inn Express to the event location. Guests will be invited to savor the taste of premier Texas wines paired with decadent chocolates. The Evening of Chocolate & Wine will feature the finest in artisan chocolates and wine tasting from Texas vineyards. The Belgian Horses will run from 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Go to: http://saladochocolatefestival.com/schedule.htm
Check out the other events during the same weekend and buy tickets–they’re going fast!
