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The 10th Annual Wine Walk • Thursday, September 25, 2008 • 5:00–10:00 pm
The tradition continues as a number of Bay City's finest restaurants and pubs come together
to offer an evening of fine wines, delicious food and good friends in Historic Downtown Bay City. Come and see why no one can do it better than Downtown Bay City!

Tickets On Sale Beginning August 27, 2008 — While Supplies Last!
See information below...


This year's event starts with ticket validation and receipt of a commemorative wine glass at a brand new location this year — the Pere Marquette Depot Welcome Center (919 Boutell Place) — from 4:30–6:30 pm. Each ticket holder will receive an exclusive 10-year Anniversary commemorative wine glass.

Two samplings of wine, plus hors d'oeurves from regions around the world will be served at each of the participating locations. TIckets are $30 each and can be purchased at these establishments while supplies last. There will be music in the streets throughout downtown. Scheduled entertainment includes: maybe august, Gregg Barber and Brett Mitchell & the giant GHOST. Complimentary limousine shuttles will be generously provided by Silversand Limousine to help make sure attendees don't miss a thing!

There's a unique and exquisite sampling of wine and hors d'oeurves waiting around the corner at each of the following establishments, including:

Location/Address
Wines
Hors D'oeurves
Atrium
1100 N. Water Street

1. Credenza, Sauvignon Blanc, Spain
2. Carmenne, Blend of reds, Chile

Gourmet Soup Buffet featuring nine different soups made fresh, in house. Fresh vegetable display, relishes and dessert bites also made in house.
G's Pizzeria & Deli
1005 Saginaw Street

1. DaVinci, Chianti, Italy
2. Redwood Creek Reserve, Cabernet Sauvignon, California
3. Canaletto, Pinot Grigio, Italy
4. Relax, Riesling, Germany

Chicken Parmesan, a variety of pizzas, seafood raviolis and an assortment of cheeses and crackers.
Gatsby's Steakhouse
& Saloon

203 Center Avenue

1. Little Penguin Chardonnay, white
2. Grand Traverse Sweet Harvest Riesling
3. Red Diamond Caberne.

Crab cakes served with a Cajun remoulade sauce, shrimp & cheese dip platters, chicken pasta primavera served with parmesan garlic toast.
Jake's Corner Bar
114 Third Street

1. Black Swan, Shiraz Merlot (medium-dry red), South Eastern Australia
2. Black Swan, Chardonnay-Semillon (semi-sweet white), South Eastern Australia

Kabobs, Cheese & Meat Trays w/ Gourmet Crackers, Assorted Fruits w/ Dipping Sauces & Desserts, Éclairs and Cream Puffs.
Kingfish Restaurant
& Tiki Lounge

1019 N. Water Street

1. Petite Sarah, Guenon, Californian.
2. Cabernet Sauvignon, Genoa, Californian
3. Sauvignon Blanc, Guenon, Californian
4. Chardonnay, Genoa, Californian

Chicken Roti, Tropical Style; Boneless chicken served over seasoned rice.
Mulligan's Pub
109 Center Avenue

1. Pinot Evil Pinot Noir, red
2. Bandit Chardonnay, white
3. St. Julian Blue Heron

Mulligan’s stew over homemade biscuits, Reuben dip served on rye squares, sweet & sour meatballs and vegetable tray.
Old City Hall
814 Saginaw Street

White- Sweet Italian
Red- Sweet Italian

Mediterranean region inspired treats
Princess Wenonah
Departing on the Riverfront from Wenonah Park

1. Barefoot, Riesling, California
2. Barefoot, Shiraz, California

Tropical, nautical summer buffet. Fresh fruit, peel ‘n’ eat shrimp, hot crab dip, jerk chicken ‘n’ rice, sweet ‘n’ sour meatballs and chips & salsa.

Rattlesnake Rick's Roadhouse
708 Saginaw Street

1. Principato Pinot Grigio, white
2. Meridian Cabernet, red
3. Blue Fish Riesling

BBQ Rib tips, smoked hot wings, santa fe chili and corn bread.

Riverfront Grille
at the Doubletree Hotel

One Wenonah Park Place

1. Barricas, Malbac-red, Argentina
2. Balbo, Torrents-white, Argentina

 

Carved Argentinean beef on a chili fried potato cake and roasted vegetable chimi churri chicken empanadas with red pepper chimi churri.

Stein Haus
1108 N. Water Street

1. Crisp Riesling, Germany
2. Eiswein (dessert wine), Germany

German theme buffet. Schacht platter (cold sliced meat tray), pickled relish tray, gourmet cheese & cracker tray, steak tartar, sausage bites on sauerkraut, soft pretzel bites, smoked salmon pate and apple strudel bites.

Stikers
1203 Washington Avenue

1. Grand Traverse Dry Riesling, Riesling, Michigan
2. St.Julians, Sparkling Wine, Michigan

Poached Salmon, Herb Crusted Roast Beef on a French Roll; Caviar Canapé & Chocolate Dipped Fruit.

The Chambers
816 Saginaw Street
1. White, semi-sweet, Spanish
2. Red, semi-sweet, Spanish
A taste of the Mediterranean region.

Also serving special treats during the walk are:
Water Front Market & Deli, 925 N. Water Street and St. Laurent Brothers, 1101 N. Water Street.

2008 Wine Walk Tickets On Sale While Supplies Last!
Tickets are just $30 each and can be purchased at participating establishments (see list above) starting August 27. For more information on the event, please contact Candace or Suzanne at (989) 893-3573.

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