Events

  The Elim Ward stretches between the coastal towns of Agulhas and Gansbaai and is easily one of the most eagerly watched wine growing regions in the world.  Imaginative and bold winemakers set off beyond the borders of Stellenbosch and Fran... more info...

Members of the Penang Branch will enjoy a trip to Australia, joining with members of IWFS Western Australia for a tour of the Margaret River wine area.  The trip will include visits to Cullens, Cape Mentelle, Moss Wood, Leeuwin Estate, a dinner at... more info...

To conclude the trip to WA by members of the Penang Branch, a private tasting will be held at La Vigna to explore Michael Tamburri's private wine cellar.  This promises to be a very special tasting! more info...

This is to be a tutored wine tasting by C&O Wines conducted by Oliver Haussels of that firm followed by a buffet supper. more info...

The Seoul Branch was delighted to see some visitors from the New York branch in early May – their first visit from an American branch.  The Jacobs enjoyed a fine Korean dinner with the Seoul Branch at DaDam Restaurant in Seoul.   ... more info...

IWFS NSW will meet on May 3 at Sous de Soleil in St Ives, located in the heritage listed cottage of the original headmaster who occupied it from 1889.  It has been lovingly and sympathetically restored to provide a delightful atmosphere for the se... more info...

The Saigon Branch will hold its May Dinner on May 8 at the Orientica Restaurant at the Equatorial Hotel, presenting a Malaysian food and wine pairing.  It promises to be an extraordinary presentation of Malaysian gastronomy with carefull... more info...

A Tutored Tasting of Fine Red Burgundy from the Vintages of 1982, 1983, 1985    Thursday 10th May   It is very rare indeed that one has the opportunity to taste wines of this calibre from threeBurgundyvintages from the 1980’s a... more info...

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IWFS Philippines will enjoy a dinner at AK Bistro on May 12.  The new Bistro will still be in its dry-run stage when we have our BYOB there but it should be ready to serve great gourmet-style comfort food.  If you like the food in Angels' Kit... more info...

For our May dinner we are taking you to Pei Modern, the newly opened restaurant by Mark Best, celebrated 3 hat Sydney chef and owner of Marque, possibly Australia's finest restaurant. Those that have had the privilege of eating at Marque in Sydney will... more info...

Basque cuisine has the reputation of being among the finest in the world – San Sebastian has one of the highest concentrations of Michelin starred restaurants and is a culinary paradise with excellent pintxo bars at every turn. Fortunately, Chef... more info...

On May 16, 2012, the Austin Branch enjoyed its monthly event at Jasper’s Austin in the Domain.  Our Cellarmaster Austan Librach worked with Jasper’s to feature the “gourmet backyard cooking” of renowned Iron Chef winne... more info...

Our function for May is a first, thanks to our new member, Richard Joye. Answering a call by the last Board for fresh ideas and involvement by members other than the usual, Richard proposed a dinner format where two wines for each... more info...

Very Fine and Rare Dry White Bordeaux Wines A Tasting Led by Michael Broadbent MW Thursday 17th May 2012 I have long wanted to arrange a very fine and rare Dry White Bordeaux tasting and when the idea first came to me a number of years ago, I approa... more info...

Event Invitation  HOLA, amigos! We’re excited about our event at Cantina Laredo in Midtown Crossing! Following is some more information on the handcrafted cuisine and the carefully selected wines for the fiesta! ----  &nb... more info...

In May, IWFS Tokyo enjoyed a small gathering of only seven with good conversation, food and wine at the French Cellar Restaurant in Roppongi Hills Club. Please view the menu here. more info...

In its quest to continue to bring new and interesting wines to its members, Penang Branch will hold a wine dinner for members in Mid May.  More details will be provided as they become available. more info...

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Muneki Song started his professional career as a Helicopter Pilot in his native Japan, but when he migrated to Western Australia, he undertook a major change in direction. Similar to his world renowned idol Tetsuya Wakuda in Sydney, he did not have any... more info...

 Annual Business Meeting (ABM) precedes Stag Dinner May 22, 2012 Not Your Father’s ABM! Dear IW&FS Miami Branch Members:   You are invited to our 324th event.   WHERE: Graziano’s 394 Giralda Avenue Cora... more info...

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Led by our Cellar Master, members were given a tutored tasting of Australian Shiraz wines from the Wild Duck Creek Estate.  Members tasted the Springflat 2002 and 2003 vintages and the Reserve Shiraz 2005 and 2006.  At the end of the tasting,... more info...

Members and guests are invited to join us at this event at The 1861 - a charming country restaurant  ,just north of Abergavenny at Cross Ash on B4521,  which has gained a superb reputation in recent years . Well worth a visit and for this occ... more info...

The KL Branch will hold its AGM on May 26th.  This will be followed by a buffet dinner, including 600 oysters!  Be sure to attend. more info...

Noura Belgravia was the first of the Noura restaurants inLondonand combines sleek, contemporary lines with the best in Lebanese cuisine. At lunchtime the restaurant is divided into a brasserie for more informal lunch as well as a traditional restaurant... more info...

The Shanghai Branch will enjoy a Cote du Rhone night on Sunday May 27, held at Guy and Martine's.  Starting with drinks and nibbles at 4pm, followed by dinner, Guy will select some bottles from his collection of Rhones, Willy will help to organise... more info...