﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>St. Helena Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire</title><link>http://www.sthelena.com</link><description>News related to St. Helena Chamber of Commerce</description><copyright>(c) 2009, St. Helena Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>White Barn Winter Fair 11/20/2009 10:00 AM - 11/22/2009 5:00 PM</title><description>The White Barn Winter Fair- A benefit for Arts Council Napa Valley.
Come celebrate the season with local artists and find one of a kind gifts for the holidays.
Friday Nov. 20th Preview Night 5-8 pm
Includes Wine, a winter soup, dessert and light music. $10-15 suggested donation to benefit Arts Council Napa Valley.

SAT &amp; SUN 10-5 FREE ADMISSION
Local artists will present their wares to include: Fine Art, Jewelry, Cards, Letterpress, ceramics, glassware, Wood, Textiles, Artisan Foods, Potions, Botanical wonders, Holiday treasures and much more!

For more information please visit www.thewhitebarn.org or call 707. 963.3408
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1094</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:45:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Johnson Pavilion Open House - St. Helena Hospital 11/22/2009 11:30 AM - 11/22/2009 2:00 PM</title><description>The public is invited to an open house celebration for the new Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center and Johnson Pavilion building at St. Helena Hospital on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tours will be provided with refreshments, music and the opportunity to meet the physicians and staff who work in the cancer center and surgery department. The Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center will provide outpatient cancer treatments to patients in the North Bay region, including three types of oncology, in one convenient location. 
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1141</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:55:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Aroma Seminar and Food &amp; Wine Pairing with Chef John Ash 11/22/2009 3:30 PM - 11/22/2009 6:00 PM</title><description>A Journey into Sensory Awareness: Food and Wine Pairing

Spend an afternoon exploring and refining your culinary sensory awareness. During this class, Chef John Ash will review the dynamics of how we taste and then dive into an exploration of how food and wine interact with each other. You'll come away with some a much better understanding of how to make positive matches happen, whether you're basic templates to operate from to help you put food and wine together. You'll also have dining at a restaurant or in your own home.

PRICING:$95.00</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=734</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:31:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Monday Night Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee Film Series 11/23/2009 7:00 PM - 11/23/2009 </title><description>Join St. Helena Public Library every Monday evening at 7 pm for a free film.  In November, the library will celebrate the works of a couple of our favorite authors, Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee, along with a special film for Thanksgiving.

November 23rd:
This week we take a break from our Capote/Harper Lee retrospective to celebrate Thanksgiving with this special film. Reformed wild child April Burns (Katie Holmes) attempts to make Thanksgiving dinner -- while battling a temperamental oven -- for her estranged suburban family at her grungy New York apartment and anticipates introducing them to her new boyfriend, Bobby (Derek Luke). The plot of Pieces of April, a sweet independent film, couldn't be simpler: as April struggles to cook, her estranged family slowly drives toward the city, stopping now and then to question why they're going to a meal they expect to be not only bad to eat, but awkward and unhappy. April must rely on the kindness of strangers to pull off the perfect meal and the perfect memory. Oliver Platt, Sean Hayes and Oscar-nominated Patricia Clarkson co-star in this drama that observes a dysfunctional family coming together to address the past and heal the future.

Licensing agreements prohibit us from using the titles of films in promotions. Info, 963-5244.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=982</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:04:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Silverado Orchards The Price Is Right 11/24/2009 3:00 PM - 11/24/2009 4:00 PM</title><description>Play The Price Is Right!
Exciting! Fun! Challenging!
Just like the real Show! Large screen DVD makes it feel like you are right in the studio with Drew Carey!</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1147</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:57:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kids' Movie Matinee 11/25/2009 3:30 PM - 11/25/2009 </title><description>Movies for children and teens take place every Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. in the Teen Room.

November 25th: 
George Wendt and Christopher Lloyd may be the human stars of this holiday tale, but the true stars are the Buddies: Budderball, B-Dawg, Rosebud, Buddha and MudBud, the golden retriever pups who must save Christmas. It all starts when Budderball gets his name on Santa Paws's naughty list, and Santa Paws's son, Puppy Paws, decides to take Budderball under his paw in this family-friendly North Pole adventure. 

Licensing agreements prohibit us from publishing titles. Info, 963-5244.
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=984</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:23:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Silverado Orchards Crossword Puzzle 11/25/2009 3:00 PM - 11/25/2009 4:00 PM</title><description>Play group Crossword!
Exciting! Fun! Challenging!
Large Crossword Puzzle board makes it easy to see and solve the puzzle together!</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1146</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:57:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Napa Valley Wine Train Thanksgiving Dinner 11/26/2009 4:20 PM - 11/26/2009 8:30 PM</title><description>Put away the apron and oven mitts. Let the Napa Valley Wine Train do all the work this holiday. Board the Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy your holiday in style. Thanksgiving dinner includes all the traditional holiday fixings done with Chef Kelly Macdonald's signature flair. Make sure your holiday is relaxing and memorable. Board the Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy a holiday filled with ease and togetherness.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1104</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:34:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WINE ADVICE FOR THE HOLIDAYS 11/28/2009 2:00 PM - 11/28/2009 4:00 PM</title><description>Wine Advice for the Holidays
Here’s a how-to class that gives you the answers to some of the most common holiday dilemmas, from what wine goes best with turkey to which wine glasses are the best for different varietals. In this invaluable session, you’ll hear about some of our favorite gifts for wine lovers as well as our take on the best places to shop for wine. You’ll also taste some of the wines we think will help make the 2009 holiday season extra-special for you and your family and friends.

PRICING:$95.00</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=735</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:31:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SPARKLING WINE DISCOVERY 11/28/2009 10:00 AM - 11/28/2009 12:00 PM</title><description>Sparkling Wine Discovery 
Around here, “bubbles” is wine-speak for sparkling wine. Do you know which sparklers you’ll be raising in a toast this holiday season? Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant…they all have two things in common: they sparkle and they’re delicious! Join us for an interactive sparkling wine presentation and blind tasting challenge. You’ll discover your preferences in variety and style of the “bubbles” of the world, and get into the holiday spirit at the same time.

PRICING:$95.00</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=736</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:31:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Twice As Good ~ Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel 11/28/2009 9:00 PM - 11/28/2009 1:30 AM</title><description>Twice As Good
playing at
Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel
Grapevine Bar &amp; Lounge
9:00 pm - 1:30 am
www.twinpine.com
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=943</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:48:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Monday Night Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee Film Series 11/30/2009 7:00 PM - 11/30/2009 </title><description>Join St. Helena Public Library every Monday evening at 7 pm for a free film.  In November, the library will celebrate the works of a couple of our favorite authors, Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee, along with a special film for Thanksgiving.

November 30th:
The toast of New York society after penning Breakfast at Tiffany's, flamboyant writer Truman Capote’s (Philip Seymour Hoffman, in an Oscar-winning role) imagination is captured by the shocking murder of a smalltown Kansas family. Soon he finds himself in a dance with the devil while researching the Clutter family murders for his masterwork, In Cold Blood. This mercilessly perceptive drama shows how Truman Capote brought about his own self-destruction in the course of writing this "nonfiction novel" that was immediately acclaimed as a literary milestone. Hoffman transcends mere mimicry to create an utterly authentic, psychologically tormented portrait of an insincere artist who was not above lying and manipulation to get what he needed. Bennett Miller's intimate direction focuses on the consequences of Capote's literary ambition, tempered by an equally fine performance by Catherine Keener as Harper Lee, Capote's friend and the author of To Kill a Mockingbird, who served as Capote's quiet voice of conscience. Spanning the seven-year period between the Kansas murders and the publication of In Cold Blood in 1966, this film reveals the many faces of a writer who grew too close to his subjects, losing his moral compass as they were fitted with a hangman's noose. 

Licensing agreements prohibit us from using the titles of films in promotions. Info, 963-5244.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=981</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:50:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Twelve Days of Christmas at Meadowood Napa Valley 12/4/2009 6:00 PM - 12/19/2009 10:00 PM</title><description>World-Renowned Chefs Share Their Holiday Traditions at
The Twelve Days of Christmas™ at Meadowood Napa Valley 
12 Nights, 12 Holiday Feasts benefitting Share Our Strength®

This December, celebrate the spirit of the holidays with The Twelve Days of Christmas, benefitting Share Our Strength. December 4 through 19, 2009, these exclusive holiday feasts pair world-renowned chefs from across the country with twelve of Napa Valley’s preeminent vintners. While creating twelve unique evenings to delight guests, all join forces in support of Share Our Strength’s important work: ending childhood hunger in America by 2015. 

The 2009 Twelve Days of Christmas Schedule
Sparkling Wine Reception – 6 to7:00 p.m.; Dinner – 7 to 10:00 p.m.

Day 1 ~ December 4
Mark Sullivan, Spruce, San Francisco 
Chuck &amp; Ann McMinn, Vineyard 29

Day 2 ~ December 5
Marcus Samuelsson, Aquavit, New York 
Philip &amp; Carol Norfleet, The Napa Valley Reserve

Day 3 ~ December 8
Josiah Citrin, Melisse, Santa Monica, Calif. 
Darioush Khaledi, Darioush

Day 4 ~ December 9
Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook, Animal, Los Angeles
Hugh Davies, Schramsberg Vineyards and J. Davies Vineyards

Day 5 ~ December 10
Gabriel Rucker (Le Pigeon), Jason Barwikowski (Clyde Common) 
and Naomi Pomeroy, (Beast) in Portland 
Susan Boswell, Chateau Boswell and Joshua &amp; Jacquelynn Peeples, Jacquelynn Wines

Day 6 ~ December 11
Michael Cimarusti, Providence, Los Angeles 
Michael Polenske, Blackbird Vineyards

Day 7~ December 12
Nancy Oakes and Ravi Kapur, Boulevard, San Francisco 
Kelly &amp; Paul Fleming, Kelly Fleming Wines

Day 8 ~ December 15
Paul Liebrandt, Corton, New York
John Conover, PlumpJack and CADE Wineries 

Day 9 ~ December 16
Laurent Gras, L20, Chicago 
Bob &amp; Stacy Bressler, Bressler Vineyards and Mia Klein, Selene Wines

Day 10: December 17 
Cat Cora, Bon Appetit Magazine 
The Stephens Family, HUNNICUTT and D.R. Stephens Estate

Day 11~ December 18
Nancy Silverton and Matt Molina, Pizzeria Mozza and Osteria Mozza, Los Angeles  
Lindy, Mary and Beth Novak, Spottswoode Estate Vineyard &amp; Winery

Day 12: December 19 
Christopher Kostow, The Restaurant at Meadowood 
Bill and Deborah Harlan, Harlan Estate


Pricing for The Twelve Days of Christmas begins at $950 per couple per night and includes one night’s lodging at Meadowood and dinner seating for two. Share Our Strength receives a percentage of the dinner seating revenue throughout the event. Meadowood will also make a $2,000 donation to Share Our Strength in the name of each of the twelve chefs who have generously donated their time and talent.

For Reservations, please call (707) 968-3153 or e-mail reservations@meadowood.com. 
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</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=966</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:23:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RUSTIC ITALIAN FOOD 12/5/2009 3:00 PM - 12/5/2009 5:00 PM</title><description>CIA Samplings
2 hour hands-on cooking classes every other Saturday.
Each class to consist of 30 minutes of lecture/demo and hands-on cooking with a 10 minute tasting and glass of wine at the end
Highlights a specific region of the world per month.

12 participants per class
6 appetizer recipes per class
Pricing: $95.00 per person

December:
RUSTIC ITALIAN FLAVORS
Join us to explore classic Italian fare from one end of the “boot” to the other. In this class, you’ll create small plates inspired by the Italian peninsula’s long stretch of Mediterranean coastline, mountain forests, and country gardens. Using the distinctly different cooking techniques found in the various regions of Italy, you’ll prepare such delicacies as calamari, gnocchi, peperonata, and biscotti bites.

 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=737</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RUSTIC ITALIAN FOOD 12/5/2009 9:30 AM - 12/5/2009 11:30 AM</title><description>CIA Samplings
2 hour hands-on cooking classes every other Saturday.
Each class to consist of 30 minutes of lecture/demo and hands-on cooking with a 10 minute tasting and glass of wine at the end
Highlights a specific region of the world per month.

12 participants per class
6 appetizer recipes per class
Pricing: $95.00 per person

December:
RUSTIC ITALIAN FLAVORS
Join us to explore classic Italian fare from one end of the “boot” to the other. In this class, you’ll create small plates inspired by the Italian peninsula’s long stretch of Mediterranean coastline, mountain forests, and country gardens. Using the distinctly different cooking techniques found in the various regions of Italy, you’ll prepare such delicacies as calamari, gnocchi, peperonata, and biscotti bites.

 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=738</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BAKING AT HOME - THE DESSERTS 12/5/2009 9:30 AM - 12/5/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

Baking at Home – The Desserts
Impress your family and friends with the delectable desserts featured in Baking at Home with The Culinary Institute of America. During this class, you’ll learn fundamental techniques and simple recipes for preparing a show-stopping selection of irresistible favorites.  Through chef demonstrations, informative lecture, and kitchen production, you’ll discover how easy it can be to create impressive professional-quality desserts in your kitchen at home. Improve your baking skills today and astonish your loved ones tomorrow!

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of Baking at Home with The Culinary Institute of America to take home. 



 
 





 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=739</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CIA FAVORITES 12/5/2009 9:30 AM - 12/5/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

CIA Favorites
Sample some of the CIA’s all-time favorite recipes in this class featuring dishes straight from the pages of The Culinary Institute of America Cookbook.  From savory starters and hearty entrees to decadent desserts, we’ll cover it all.  Through chef demonstrations and kitchen production, you’ll learn a variety of cooking skills and helpful tips for culinary success. We’ll discuss basic cooking methods, ingredient selection, and plating techniques.  Prepare to take a deeper look into the fundamentals of cooking and to taste our favorite creations. 

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of The Culinary Institute of America Cookbook to take home.
 


  
 




 
 





 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=740</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SOUPS 12/5/2009 9:30 AM - 12/5/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

Soups: 
What could be more comforting than a bowl of homemade soup?  Whether it’s clear broths, creamy purees, chunky gumbos, or rib-sticking chowders, there is a soup to suit every season and nearly every occasion.  Soup preparation provides essential culinary lessons, from flavor development to seasoning.  This class focuses on the fundamental techniques and characteristics of various soup categories.  During this course, you will discover just how versatile soups can be when you prepare a selection of satisfying bowls based on a variety of meats, legumes, and seasonal vegetables.   

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of The Culinary Institute of America’s Book of Soups to take home with you.

 


  
 




 
 





 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=741</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Stroke of Luck - the Only Kind to Have 12/8/2009 6:00 PM - 12/8/2009 8:30 PM</title><description>Join Robert Egan, MD, for an informational evening about Stroke Prevention and the latest treatment options. Several merry merchants will be in attendance to provide a headstart to your holiday shopping - Lucky You!
You are welcome to bring an unwrapped toy or non-perishable food items for the Yountville Fire Dept. holiday drive.
Appetizers will be included. Seating is limited and reservations are required.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1110</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:23:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Pinot Noir Heaven 12/10/2009 5:30 PM - 12/10/2009 8:00 PM</title><description>THIRD ANNUAL CHAMPAGNE HEAVEN TASTING.

St. Helena Wine Center becomes St. Helena's Champagne Center for one night.

We shut the store down, and open up the floodgates. 40 Champagnes and Sparkling Wines opened up for your drinking pleasure.

$40.00/Person. yes, that is about 1 dollar per taste of bubbles!
for more info contact martin
martin@shwc.com</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1143</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:39:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Napa Valley Wine Train Seven Courses of Christmas Dinner 12/10/2009 5:50 PM - 12/10/2009 9:30 PM</title><description>This is a feast straight out of a Dickens' novel. You will be overwhelmed by the culinary delights available for this train-wide event. Each of the seven courses is based on traditional holiday foods. Guests will not be moved between cars for their courses and a glass of sparkling wine is included.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1105</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:34:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Holiday Dance Party 12/11/2009 8:00 PM - 12/11/2009 11:00 PM</title><description>To Benefit the St. Helena Boys and Girls Club and The St. Helena Family Center, join us on the dance floor as we dance to the "Fabulous Screwtops"! Wine and tasty morsels provided, minimum 21 years age admission. $25 dollar donation to the causes. Order tickets https://csg.ticketleap.com.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1148</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:27:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Guitarist 12/12/2009 9:00 PM - 12/12/2009 </title><description>Live! at the Cameo.  Joe Galambos, Spanish Guitar.
Tickets:$20/person available online at www.cameocinema.com
or at the box office.  Doors open at 8:30 PM
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1150</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:14:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Posada Navideña 12/12/2009 7:00 PM - 12/12/2009 9:00 PM</title><description>Colorful, fast-paced and culturally rich, Posada Navideña is a festive traditional and holiday-themed Ballet Folklórico celebration by the renowned Compañía Mazatlan Bellas Artes de Sacramento. Dances include Boda en la Huasteca, Sones Antiguos de Michoacan, Alma Jarocha, Nayarit Mestizo, Pastorela Navideña and Navidad en Jalisco.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1116</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:43:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BAKING AT HOME - THE DESSERTS 12/12/2009 9:30 AM - 12/12/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

Baking at Home – The Desserts
Impress your family and friends with the delectable desserts featured in Baking at Home with The Culinary Institute of America. During this class, you’ll learn fundamental techniques and simple recipes for preparing a show-stopping selection of irresistible favorites.  Through chef demonstrations, informative lecture, and kitchen production, you’ll discover how easy it can be to create impressive professional-quality desserts in your kitchen at home. Improve your baking skills today and astonish your loved ones tomorrow!

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of Baking at Home with The Culinary Institute of America to take home. 



 
 





 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=742</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CIA FAVORITES 12/12/2009 9:30 AM - 12/12/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

CIA Favorites
Sample some of the CIA’s all-time favorite recipes in this class featuring dishes straight from the pages of The Culinary Institute of America Cookbook.  From savory starters and hearty entrees to decadent desserts, we’ll cover it all.  Through chef demonstrations and kitchen production, you’ll learn a variety of cooking skills and helpful tips for culinary success. We’ll discuss basic cooking methods, ingredient selection, and plating techniques.  Prepare to take a deeper look into the fundamentals of cooking and to taste our favorite creations. 

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of The Culinary Institute of America Cookbook to take home.
 


  
 




 
 





 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=743</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SOUPS 12/12/2009 9:30 AM - 12/12/2009 2:30 PM</title><description>TASTE OF CIA COOKBOOKS
When it comes to cooking, we wrote the book—and then some! Our wide variety of cookbooks cover just about every culinary niche, from brunch and breads to butchery and braising. In these 5-hour hands-on classes, you'll chop and cook and bake from our pages and then take the book home to do it all again in your own kitchen.
Maximum enrollment: 14 people per class
Pricing: $250.00 per person

Soups: 
What could be more comforting than a bowl of homemade soup?  Whether it’s clear broths, creamy purees, chunky gumbos, or rib-sticking chowders, there is a soup to suit every season and nearly every occasion.  Soup preparation provides essential culinary lessons, from flavor development to seasoning.  This class focuses on the fundamental techniques and characteristics of various soup categories.  During this course, you will discover just how versatile soups can be when you prepare a selection of satisfying bowls based on a variety of meats, legumes, and seasonal vegetables.   

Participants of this class will receive a CIA logo apron and a copy of The Culinary Institute of America’s Book of Soups to take home with you.

 


  
 




 
 





 



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Here’s a how-to class that gives you the answers to some of the most common holiday dilemmas, from what wine goes best with turkey to which wine glasses are the best for different varietals. In this invaluable session, you’ll hear about some of our favorite gifts for wine lovers as well as our take on the best places to shop for wine. You’ll also taste some of the wines we think will help make the 2009 holiday season extra-special for you and your family and friends.

PRICING:$95.00</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=745</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SPARKLING WINE DISCOVERY 12/12/2009 10:00 AM - 12/12/2009 12:00 PM</title><description>Sparkling Wine Discovery 
Around here, “bubbles” is wine-speak for sparkling wine. Do you know which sparklers you’ll be raising in a toast this holiday season? Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant…they all have two things in common: they sparkle and they’re delicious! Join us for an interactive sparkling wine presentation and blind tasting challenge. You’ll discover your preferences in variety and style of the “bubbles” of the world, and get into the holiday spirit at the same time.

PRICING:$95.00</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=746</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Twice As Good ~ Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel 12/12/2009 9:00 PM - 12/12/2009 1:30 AM</title><description>Twice As Good
playing at
Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel
Grapevine Bar &amp; Lounge
9:00 pm - 1:30 am
www.twinpine.com
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playing at
Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel
Grapevine Bar &amp; Lounge
9:00 pm - 1:30 am
www.twinpine.com
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=945</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:48:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Napa Valley Wine Train Afternoon Santa Express 12/14/2009 3:30 PM - 12/16/2009 5:00 PM</title><description>The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.

These are NOT the regular three-hour lunch and dinner trains. This train runs only for an hour and a half from the City of Napa to the Town of Yountville and back, and is filled to overflowing with happy children waiting to see Santa and his friends.

We recommend arriving an hour prior to departure. These are popular trains and sell out early!

$20 to $40 per adult. One adult must ride for every two children. Price does not include food. Child-friendly menu on board.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1107</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:34:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CIA HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 12/15/2009 5:00 PM - 12/15/2009 7:00 PM</title><description>CIA Holiday Annual Open House 
December 15th
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The CIA Holiday Open House is our annual THANK YOU to you, our community and is free of charge.
Bring the kids and join us for some holiday cheer!

Gingerbread House contest
Holiday caroling
Festive foods and seasonal drinks…
Interactive sugar cookie decorating station
A special appearance by Santa
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</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=457</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:10:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Napa Valley Wine Train Seven Courses of Christmas Dinner 12/17/2009 5:50 PM - 12/17/2009 9:30 PM</title><description>This is a feast straight out of a Dickens' novel. You will be overwhelmed by the culinary delights available for this train-wide event. Each of the seven courses is based on traditional holiday foods. Guests will not be moved between cars for their courses and a glass of sparkling wine is included.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1106</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:34:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Napa Valley Wine Train Morning Santa Express 12/19/2009 9:00 AM - 12/24/2009 10:30 PM</title><description>The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.

These are NOT the regular three-hour lunch and dinner trains. This train runs only for an hour and a half from the City of Napa to the Town of Yountville and back, and is filled to overflowing with happy children waiting to see Santa and his friends.

We recommend arriving an hour prior to departure. These are popular trains and sell out early!

$20 to $40 per adult. One adult must ride for every two children.  Price does not include food. Child-friendly menu on board.</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1108</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:34:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Frankie Soul &amp; No Control ~ Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel 12/19/2009 9:00 PM - 12/19/2009 1:30 AM</title><description>Frankie Soul &amp; No Control
playing at
Twin Pine Casino &amp; Hotel
Grapevine Bar &amp; Lounge
9:00 pm - 1:30 am
www.twinpine.com
</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=947</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:48:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RUSTIC ITALIAN FOOD 12/19/2009 3:00 PM - 12/19/2009 5:00 PM</title><description>CIA Samplings
2 hour hands-on cooking classes every other Saturday.
Each class to consist of 30 minutes of lecture/demo and hands-on cooking with a 10 minute tasting and glass of wine at the end
Highlights a specific region of the world per month.

12 participants per class
6 appetizer recipes per class
Pricing: $95.00 per person

December:
RUSTIC ITALIAN FLAVORS
Join us to explore classic Italian fare from one end of the “boot” to the other. In this class, you’ll create small plates inspired by the Italian peninsula’s long stretch of Mediterranean coastline, mountain forests, and country gardens. Using the distinctly different cooking techniques found in the various regions of Italy, you’ll prepare such delicacies as calamari, gnocchi, peperonata, and biscotti bites.

 



</description><link>http://www.sthelena.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=747</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:32:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RUSTIC ITALIAN FOOD 12/19/2009 9:30 AM - 12/19/2009 11:30 AM</title><description>CIA Samplings
2 hour hands-on cooking classes every other Saturday.
Each class to consist of 30 minutes of lecture/demo and hands-on cooking with a 10 minute tasting and glass of wine at the end
Highlights a specific region of the world per month.

12 participants per class
6 appetizer recipes per class
Pricing: $95.00 per person

December:
RUSTIC ITALIAN FLAVORS
Join us to explore classic Italian fare from one end of the “boot” to the other. In this class, you’ll create small plates inspired by the Italian peninsula’s long stretch of Mediterranean coastline, mountain forests, and country gardens. Using the distinctly different cooking techniques found in the various regions of Italy, you’ll prepare such delicacies as calamari, gnocchi, peperonata, and biscotti bites.

 



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