The secret to Michael Bolton’s success isn’t the color of his eyes or the length of his hair. The music industry is full of handsome faces luring mainly female audiences to buy music. Michael Bolton’s secret is his talented songwriting and his voice. Most of us heard Michael Bolton before we saw him. Whether the first song you heard him sing was his rendition of Otis Redding’s “Sittin’ On the Dock of the Bay,” or Percy Sledge’s “When a Man Loves a Woman,” or one of Michael Bolton’s original songs like “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You,” it was the combination of meaningful words and soulful singing that caught your attention.
Music icon, Michael Bolton, winner of six American Music Awards and two Grammy Awards, will perform at Lincoln Theater Napa Valley on Tuesday, September 28, 2010. Click here to purchase tickets for this unforgettable evening.
After renovations were completed in 2005 to the Lincoln Theater Napa Valley historic building, this special venue has continued to present performances from world-known singers, musicians, dance groups, opera, and theater companies.
Inside Lincoln Theater Napa Valley
Lincoln Theater Napa Valley is the perfect place to enjoy the powerful, heartfelt voice of Michael Bolton. This charismatic, legendary artist will capture your ears, eyes, and heart with familiar favorites and newer songs.
Contact Napa Wine Tours for your private transportation for the evening and begin the night with dinner at one of the many delicious choices of Napa Valley cuisine. Your chauffeur will pick you up from the location that is most convenient for you and make sure to deliver you to the concert at your specified time.
“Newer” doesn’t always mean “better” when it comes to food and cooking. Family recipes are passed down through generations. My grandmother’s recipes for ethnic foods are still used by members of my family who know the hard work of creating a meal “from scratch” pays off in the unforgettable flavor of the final product. The magic of cooking brings to life many delicious family heirlooms.
It’s seems appropriate that tomatoes grown from the seeds of plants that have not been genetically changed for at least 50 years and pollinated the old-fashioned way by birds, insects, and the wind, are referred to as Heirloom Tomatoes. These tomatoes are a tasty, colorful group consisting of many shapes and sizes.
Domaine Chandon Etoile Restaurant Executive Chef Perry Hoffman
Domaine Chandon Etoile Restaurant Executive Chef, Perry Hoffman, is sharing a special, seasonal lunch menu every Thursday – Monday highlighting different types of Heirloom Tomatoes grown in his garden. This three-course menu begins with the sweet, juicy, fruity flavors of two types of heirloom cherry-tomatoes combined with a thinly sliced yellowfin tuna carpaccio. The second course introduces you to the creamy, rich, delicious Yellow Brandywine heirloom tomato served with a duck leg confit, baby fennel, and tomato chutney. Your lunch ends with an Heirloom Tomato Brulee featuring aged balsamic ice cream, cocoa nibs, and cinnamon basil! Of course the lunch menu also includes a glass of impeccable Domaine Chandon wine.
Whether spending an afternoon exploring everything Domanie Chandon has to offer or visiting as part of a day-long trip to several wineries in Napa Valley, contact Napa Valley Wine Tours for your private chauffeur to take you safely to all your winery appointments.
When I hear the word “Napa” the first thing that comes to mind is wine. After thoughts of world-class wines comes gourmet food. Sadly, local music is not at the top of my list – but it should be! Napa is more than wineries and restaurants. Napa is an entire community which includes talented musicians.
The Exterior of the Napa Valley Opera House
Napa is proud of its songwriters and music-makers. If you’re looking to enjoy local Napa music, it’s not too late to make reservations for the perfect evening. The Napa Valley Opera House is presenting a concert titled, “We Live Here,” Friday, August 13 featuring The Juliane Band, Napa Valley Barbershop Chorus, Threshold Choir, and Robert Sherman & Friends.
The Juliane Band Performs
The Juliane Band, a folk/roots band, has earned a faithful following thanks to thought-provoking lyrics combined with talented vocals, skillful instrumentals, and the sound of instruments not often heard such as the mandolin and the accordion. The exquisite harmonies created by the Napa Valley Barbershop Chorus and refined after over 50 years of practice are not to be missed. The unique and lovely Threshold Choir uses the power of women’s voices to aid and comfort others. Rob Sherman & Friends creates original music using the guitar and cello.
Inside the Napa Valley Opera House
You don’t want to miss this celebration of Napa musicians at one of Napa’s historic venues. Since 1880 the Napa Valley Opera House has served the Napa community. After extensive renovations, the Napa Valley Opera House opened again in 2003 and has been going strong ever since.
Why not begin the evening by visiting one of Napa’s delicious restaurants before the concert? Napa Wine Tours can pick you up from anywhere in a private, chauffeured vehicle just for you for your evening out on the town in Napa Valley.
Learning something new, like speaking a new language or playing a musical instrument, we learn best by personally experiencing what is being taught. The Napa Valley Wine Train, along with being one of the most unique dining experiences in Napa, is also one of the best places to learn about Napa Valley wines by tasting them for yourself.
Cabernet Sauvignon Grapes
A couple of months ago Napa Wine Tours introduced you to one of the Wine Education Dinners offered by the Napa Valley Wine Train that focused on one of many of Napa’s appellations. This month we’d like to bring your attention to another educational dinner onboard the Napa Valley Wine Train, this one focusing on a specific varietal especially special to Napa – Cabernet Sauvignon.
Wine Train Wine Director, Ryan Graham, will introduce you to the “king of red wine grapes” on Thursday, August 12, 2010. Learn everything there is to know about this small, tough grape that thrives across the world. Taste a variety of amazing Napa Cabernet Sauvignons paired with a delicious, fresh, seasonal, five-course menu created specifically for this event by Ryan Graham and Wine Train Executive Chef, Kelly Macdonald.
Napa Wine Train Vista Dome
You’ll enjoy an evening like no other in the glass-enclosed Vista Dome Car which offers a fantastic view of Napa Valley as the train glides down the tracks. Click here to purchase your tickets to an educational and delicious evening. Allow yourself to completely relax by contacting Napa Wine Tours to safely take you to and from the Napa Valley Wine Train.
There are many ways to experience the wines of Napa Valley. Depending on where you live, you can plan a week-long vacation or a day trip to explore different Napa Valley appellations and wineries by chauffeured limousine, bus, or sedan. If you’re craving a Napa Valley wine experience but aren’t able to escape to Napa itself, you can take this idea and shape it to best fit what you’re craving.
Food & Wine magazine’s Executive Wine Editor, Ray Isle, visited Kathie Lee and Hoda on The Today Show. Although Kathie Lee was absent on this day, Hoda’s guest gladly accepted the challenge presented by Ray Isle – to taste wines from Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley and decide which wines they liked best.
A fun, good-natured challenge like this can bring wine-loving friends together to enjoy Napa Valley wines in the comfort of your own home. In addition to wine you could add appetizers, cheeses, or host a dinner party. However, nothing beats a visit to Napa Valley itself to truly experience the winemakers, the land, and the world-class wines both create. Contact Napa Wine Tours and we can help you plan your visit to Napa Valley. Or let us know the results of your at-home challenge!
Those of us who have been to Etoile Restaurant at Domaine Chandon in Yountville in Napa Valley were excited but not surprised when Etoile was awarded a Michelin star. Etoile Chef Perry Hoffman may be one of the youngest chefs in the United States to receive a Michelin star (he is 26-years-old) but he has 22 years of experience.
A four-year-old Perry Hoffman happily assisted his grandmother, one of the original owners of French Laundry, in the restaurant’s kitchen. Ten years later he knew cooking was what he wanted to do full-time.
The Entrance to Domaine Chandon
Chef Perry Hoffman works with fresh ingredients (some from Etoile’s garden) and with the Domaine Chandon team that includes sparkling and still winemakers, sommeliers, and a staff of chefs. His creativity, experience, and skill come together to create stunning dishes that deliciously complement Domaine Chandon wines.
Sunday, August 1, 2010 you can taste the talent of Chef Perry Hoffman and his team at the Tastemaker Dinner at Etoile Restaurant. This 3-course dinner will be hosted by Assistant Still Winemaker Joel Burt and will feature Chef Perry Hoffman.
Inside Etoile Restaurant
After the reception, dinner begins with succulent, often referred to as America’s finest fish, Pacific Pompano. The Pacific Pompano will be pan roasted and paired with Domaine Chandon Chardonnay, Carneros, 2007. The Wine Spectator awarded this still wine 91 points. The creamy texture of this Chardonnay makes it the perfect pairing for the Pacific Pompano.
The star of the second course is a Liberty Farms Duck Breast served with Smoked Eggplant, Glazed Black Mission Figs, and fresh Cannelli Beans. This course is lusciously paired with the rich in color and wonderfully flavorful Domaine Chandon Pinot Meunier, Carneros, 2008.
Save room for the third and last course of this exquisite dinner. A Crisp Valrhona Chocolate Bar served with Blackberry Ice Cream awaits you. The Domaine Chandon Reserve Pinot Noir, Russian River, 2006 features aromas as enticing as dessert!
Throughout history the sun has inspired the earth and its inhabitants in different ways. This star at the center of the Solar System burns bright while inspiring life-giving photosynthesis and influencing the climate and weather. Ancient civilizations worshiped the sun as a deity. Today the sun inspires us to use solar energy, wake up early, work in our gardens, enjoy a day outdoors, do some “spring cleaning,” or celebrate life with friends.
In Italian, the word “sole” translates to the English word for the sun. It is appropriate that one of the country’s most well known summer music festivals is the Napa Valley Festival del Sole. This 10-day festival in its fifth year is a celebration of music, art, food, wine, and life. You’ll meet new friends not only from the United States but also from across the globe.
American Ballet Theater Principal Dancers Irina Dvorovenko & Maxim Beloserkovsky courtesy of ABT
You’ll enjoy Napa Valley gourmet cuisine and Napa Valley world-class wines at events at beautiful Napa hotels, resorts, and wineries such as Bardessono, Calistoga Ranch, The Carneros Inn, Meadowood Napa Valley, Westin Verasa Napa, Far Niente Winery, Pride Mountain Vineyards, Quintessa Winery, and more. Attend the Opening Night Party hosted by Chef Ken Frank at his La Toque restaurant. Spend an early afternoon tasting some of the best Napa Valley food and wine. Reserve a place at one of the entertaining and educational presentations. Celebrate the last evening of the festival at the Closing Gala.
Click here to view the entire program of performances and events. If you’re having a difficult time choosing from the many amazing options, explore the VIP Packages. Click here to purchase your tickets – some events and performances are already sold out!
While planning which concerts and events to attend remember to contact Napa Wine Tours for your private chauffeured transportation. You can relax while we take you to each unforgettable experience in this year’s Napa Valley Festival del Sole.
Ziggy Marley Performs as part of the Robert Mondavi Winery Summer Festival
“Lift up your hearts with a smile, lift up your feet with a dance, lift up your spirits with a song, it’s family time,” so begins the title song to Ziggy Marley’s album, Family Time. You can become part of the family celebrating the music and message of five-time Grammy Award-winning Ziggy Marley when he performs at the Robert Mondavi Winery on July 16, 2010. Robert Mondavi Winery and the Napa Valley Opera House have come together to present Ziggy Marley as part of the Robert Mondavi Winery Summer Festival.
Ziggy Marley, Honorary Board Member for Little Kids Rock
His positive messages live beyond his lyrics in his daily life as founder of a non-profit organization, U.R.G.E (Unlimited Resources Giving Enlightenment), dedicated to helping children living in Jamaica and other developing countries. He is also an Honorary Board Member for Little Kids Rock – a non-profit organization providing free music lessons and free instruments to children in public schools in more than 23 cities across the United States of America.
Click here for your tickets. Robert Mondavi wines will be available for purchase. Choose from general admission seating on the Robert Mondavi lawn and supply your own blanket or low beach chair, or reserved seating in the front rows on the lawn where your low beach chair is supplied for you, or dinner in the shade in the vineyards prepared family-style by Robert Mondavi Winery chef, Jeff Mosher, served with Robert Mondavi wines.
Contact Napa Wine Tours and lose yourself in this celebration of music, food, and Robert Mondavi wines while your private chauffeur takes you where you need to be on time and stress-free.
The style of BANK fits perfectly with the way the team at Elyse Winery creates and presents their wines. Elyse Winery is a small, family-owned winery. The tasting room is unassuming. Visitors walk away with bottles of wine created with exceptional quality and vow to return for more of Elyse’s critically acclaimed wines and friendly hospitality.
Elyse Winery Founding Winemaker & Owner, Ray Coursen
On Friday, July 16th, BANK welcomes Elyse Winery for the first of many winemaker dinners as part of a new addition to the BANK’s events. Founding winemaker and owner, Ray Coursen, along with winemaker Michael Trotta, will be the BANK’s special guests during this four-course dinner created by Executive Chef and Owner, Ken Frank.
The evening begins with a reception on the BANK patio with a French, light, savory pastry made with cheese and 2008 Elyse Rose – a beautiful, complex, and refreshing wine. Dinner starts with an Early Girl Tomato Soup perfectly paired with 2007 Elyse L’Ingenue. Served next will be Crispy Pork Confit with Plum Chutney with the sophisticated 2007 Elyse Winery Zinfandel, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley.
Make sure to save room for the Roast Leg of Lamb with Chick Peas and Summer Vegetable Ragout and the rich 2005 Elyse Cabernet Sauvignon, Marisoli Vineyard, Rutherford. Fresh fruit sorbets and cookies will make the perfect dessert for this warm evening.
Chef Ken Frank
The combination of a chef and winemakers known for creating outstanding food and wine makes this an unforgettable experience not to be missed. Seating is limited for this $59 per person dinner. Make your reservations by calling Jennifer at La Toque at (707) 257-5151 or by emailing her at jennifer@latoque.com.
Lose yourself completely in the evening by contacting Napa Wine Tours for your private chauffeured transportation to this incredible event.
Napa Valley is the perfect place to celebrate Fourth of July weekend! Napa Wine Tours has gathered several events for you to choose from including special events at some of Napa Valley’s historic wineries where you can enjoy Napa Valley’s world-class wines, gourmet food, live music, and fireworks.
For a truly unique experience, enjoy a gourmet dinner followed by a fantastic fireworks celebration all in the comfort of the Napa Valley Wine Train. Click here to find out how to reserve your seats for this fun family event at one of Napa Valley’s most popular restaurants.
If you’re looking for a place to celebrate during the day, visit Trefethen Family Vineyards for their Red, White, and Bar-B-Que Bites! This is a great opportunity to sample Trefethen’s award-winning wines and to visit the historic Trefethen winery built in 1886 and restored by the Trefethen’s. Click here for more details and learn how to visit this winery featured on the National Register of Historic Places.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
To enjoy your Fourth of July evening outdoors, join the Louis M. Martini family in their winery garden for a celebration with Napa Valley cuisine that ends in a mouth-dropping fireworks display. The evening begins with a tasting of Louis M. Martini new wine releases paired with hors d’oeuvres provided by Napa Valley restaurants. Listen to live music while enjoying your family-style dinner then join in on the dance floor after dessert. Click here for your reservations to this night of fun in its 15th year!
Robert Mondavi Winery brings together Napa Valley cuisine, Robert Mondavi wines, live music, and fireworks on Saturday, July 3rd. As part of the Robert Mondavi Winery Annual Summer Festival, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band will perform at the winery. Tickets can be purchased for different seating for the music and fireworks only or for dinner included in your evening also. Click here to purchase your tickets to this unforgettable concert! Since the first Robert Mondavi Winery Summer Festival Concert in 1969, approximately $2 million has been raised to benefit Napa Valley music programs.
Beringer's Red, White, & Blue Barbecue
Another option for Saturday, July 3rd is the Red, White, and Blue Barbeque at Beringer Vineyards. Feast on Napa Valley cuisine paired with Beringer wines in Beringer’s historic Hudson House and Redwood Grove. The Beringer winery site is a designated Historic District and also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Napa Wine Tours is looking forward to providing your private chaufeured transportation for the Fourth of July weekend! Celebrate this Independence Day in Napa Valley and rejoice in the legendary Napa spirit of determination, hard work, passion and creativity vital to the success of Napa Valley’s world-class wines.
