| May 26, 2009 |
Volume: # 2 Issue: # 21
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Sun Singer News
Our Patio is open for Lunch & Dinner Daily - weather permitting.
| In Brief
Sparkling Suggestions on a Budget
Whether it's a barbecue or a brunch for a large group of friends and you want to serve sparkling without spending an arm and a leg consider two economical favorites: cava and Cremant de Bourgogne. Cava is a sparkling wine from the Penedes region of Spain. It is made in the traditional Champagne method, but from the local grape varieties macabeo, xarel-lo and parellada. A brut or extra brut cava is a good choice for a large group - you can expect crisp, citrusy fruit with a touch of minerality and earthiness. Or try a Cremant de Bourgogne from Burgundy, France made from chardonnay and pinot noir grapes and featuring nice apple fruit and just baked bread flavors. The best part of these wine? The price. Many examples range from $9 to $17 a bottle.
Both cava and Cremant de Bourgogne are also great for making Kir royale cocltails. Just add a teaspoon of cold creme de cassis to each glass of bubbly and turn a party into a festival!
This Weekend: Local and Regional Attractions at Sun Singer
With Memorial Day in the rear view and July 4th looming on the horizon, Sun Singer is hosting two events this weekend with both local and regional appeal. Our Sensational Saturday Tasting will feature the wines of Owl Creek Winery located at Cobden in Southern Illinois. Owl Creek gained some national notoriety this past year when several of it's wines were featured at the Obama Inauguration. Come and hear the story of how a little Southern Illinois winery burst into the national limelight! Also this Sunday, we'll be hosting a book signing for local author Michale Callahan of his book Too Politically Sensitive. Details of the book signing and Sensational Saturday can be found below. We hope you'll join us for both of these events!
Best Wishes,
Mark, Jackie & the Sun Singer Staff
P.S. Did You Know?
Sun Singer offers a 10% case discount on wine everyday!
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Sensational Saturday Tasting
Owl Creek Vineyard!
Saturday, May 30th 12noon - 4:00 p.m.Price: Complimentary
Sun Singer offers complimentary tastings every Saturday afternoon between 12noon - 4:00pm. We invite you to join us each and every Saturday afternoon as we explore the many pleasures of the palate!
This week we'll be joined by a representative of Owl Creek Vineyard. Owl Creek is an artisanal family winery focused on the production of wines grown in the Shawnee Hills.
Click here for a complete list of Saturday's tasting.
P.S. We offer a great lunch in our Wine Bar Cafe. Stop by for the fun, stop by to refresh and refuel. Join us for 'Lunch and a Taste' every Saturday at Sun Singer.
Next week: Tried & True!
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Wine Bar:
Weekly Wine Update
Beginning Wednesday we'll update the wines available at our Wine Bar. This is going to be a 'White' week with these additions:
Ninet de
Pena Viognier '06, France
Bursts from the
glass with sublime white peach, raspberry candy, and orange blossom aromas.
Suave, hugely spicy, and rich, this viognier glides sensually across the palate
unleashing waves of apricot, white peach, and floral flavors.
Perelada 'Roc' Blanco '06, Catalunya, Spain
An
intense aroma with notes of flowers (roses) and fine herbs. It is round,
persistent and fresh on the palate, reminding
of citrus and tropical fruits. This is a long, mineral,
complex and enveloping wine.
Hess
Chardonnay '07, Monterey, California
Lush
tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and mango are complemented by a bright
finish.
Taste these wines at the Wine Bar by the glass or by the bottle. Join us soon for the new tastes of summer!
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 Meet The Author!
Book Signing 3:00 - 5:00pm
Too Politically Sensitive by local author Michale Callahan will be published on May 18, 2009. Guests will have a chance to meet the author, have their copy of the novel personalized and receive one complimentary glass of wine. If you do not have a copy of the book, don't worry copies will be available for purchase the day of the event.
About The Book
In a state as rich in political corruption as Illinois, it's more of a reality than a question. This true story starts with a murder in a small town and the wrongful conviction of two men, but quickly escalates into a conspiracy of deceit, hypocrisy, misconduct, and cover-up by one of the most corrupt states in the United States.
This true story is about his fight to search for the truth, no matter where it may lead, to search for the real killers and help free the two innocent men he learned were railroaded into prison. As the story unfolds it becomes his and every citizen's worst nightmare when any crime is deemed "too politically sensitive" instead of justice for the victims. Callahan's fight continued with his personal battle against a corrupt and powerful state that was more interested in covering up the scandal and silencing its employees than seeking justice. His battle led to the United States Supreme Court, where he continues to fight for his and every American's First Amendment protection, the freedom of speech.
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 Summer Menu Debuts in the
Wine Bar & Cafe!
Chef Sherry Casillas has refreshed our menu as we swing into summer. To reflect the season, there'll be changes to every
category, and we'd like you to be the judge. Make a date to stop by
as we usher in the season with
some sensational new treats in the Wine Bar & Cafe!
Here's a taste of what's new to tempt your taste buds:
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Caribbean Marinated Shrimp
Caribbean spiced shrimp served cold over greens with pineapple salsa and mango glaze.
Greek NachosMediterranean spiced pita chips topped with cucumber, tomato, red onion, capers, olives and feta cheese.
Texas CaviarA zesty mix of blackeyed peas, celery, red onion tomato, hot sauce and cilantro served with tortilla chips.
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Indian Vegetable Salad
Mixed
greens with cucumbers, tomatoes, rd onion, garbanzo beans, Indian
spices, fresh herbs and peanuts served over warm naan bread.
**Vegetarian
Marinated Portobello Sandwich
Served open faced with balsamic marinated portobello mushroom, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and balsamic vinaigrette on ciabatta bread.
Chipotle Chicken Wrap
Roasted chicken breast, chipotle mayonnaise, black bean salsa, tomatoes, romaine lettuce and salsa jack cheese in a wrap.
Blueberry Krunch Pie
Crumbly topped blueberry pie served with lemon cream.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Silky chocolate-peanut filling served with shipped cream.
Brownies, Brownies, Brownies!
Your choice of Butterscotch Blondies,White Chocolate Lemon and/or Almond Oatmeal.
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Give Yourself A Hand!
with True Tools Ceramic Buffet Plates
Wine and cheese please! Never feel tipsy again with our two-in one party favorite. NOW ON SALE!Reg. $39.99 Now $24.99 While supplies lastPerfect for summer entertaining. Each set of Ceramic Buffet Plates comes in four stylish colors - hot pink, lime
green, electric yellow and neon orange - leaving a place for you to
rest your wine glass. You will be able to snack, drink and talk with
your one free hand.
Check out our Gift area for other fun selections!
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Upcoming Events
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3-5pm Wine 101Sunday, June 14th 4:00 - 6:00 pm
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Barbeque & Wine |
Nowadays, most Americans celebrate Memorial Day as the official kick-off of Barbeque Season. Get ready to warm up the coals, slather on the sauce, and pull the cork.
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Bodegas Terrazas Malbec Reserva '06
Mendoza, Argentina
Full-bodied with a great structure, Terrazas Reserve stands out for its volume and silky mouth-feel. It is complex, boasting smooth, well-rounded tannins that give way to a staggeringly long and lingering finish.
Team this Reserva with anything from the grill. You'll be astounded!
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New In The Hangar
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HANGAR ONE
Spiced Pear Vodka
Very Limited!!!
This is a limited edition, seasonal bottling from one of our favorite vodka producers, Hangar One. The Bartlett pears for this vodka come from Colorado's high dessert, they are small and fragrant becoming even more so when they're macerated and distilled on a small copper still. The result is a vodka that's clean, with focused pear fruit aromas and a subtle pear flavor with a hint of clove spice. Try it chilled for a festive martini.
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