Windy City Wine Festival and Naperville Wine Festival return to Chicago with wines from around the globe

inPLAY EVENTS, a Chicago-based corporate events company which produces eight wine festivals across the Midwest, will host two exciting wine tasting festivals in the Chicago area this September featuring wines from around the globe.

The sixth annual Windy City Wine Festival, presented by U.S. Bank, returns to downtown Chicago at its new location — Buckingham Fountain, in the center of Grant Park at Columbus Drive and Congress Parkway (500 S. Columbus Drive), Friday, Sept. 10 and Saturday, Sept. 11, for an unforgettable celebration of wine, food, music and friends.

A week later, the eighth annual Naperville Wine Festival, presented by Invesco, returns to the historic Naper Settlement, located at 523 S. Webster Street in Naperville on Friday, Sept. 17 and Saturday, Sept. 18.

Set in the shadow of the breathtaking Chicago skyline, the Windy City Wine Festival features more than 250 international and domestic wine varieties,Shop for Bedding and Bath Products and Promotions at Target. presented by 45 festival vendors.

“We are thrilled that U.S. Bank will be the presenting sponsor for the Windy City Wine Festival for the next four years,” said Lynn Rosinsky, Chicago Market President, U.S. Bank. ”It will be a wonderful way to celebrate the beauty of Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain with friends and great wines, food and music.”

“We’re pleased to welcome U.S. Bank as the presenting sponsor of our sixth annual festival in one of Chicago’s most beautiful festival locations with an international selection of new wine blends,” said Scott Janess, president of event organizer inPLAY EVENTS. “The relaxed setting takes the fear and mystery out of learning about wine. Our festival is the perfect opportunity for everyone from the wine enthusiast to novice to walk away with a new appreciation for wine.”

Festival guests at both events will have the unique opportunity to interact firsthand with wine makers and brand experts. To complement the wine, fine restaurants from the Chicago area will be on site selling their gourmet specialties. Windy City Wine Festival restaurants will include: Aria Restaurant, Caoba Mexican Bar & Grill, Markethouse, Palermo’s Pizza, Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants, Sullivan’s Steakhouse and The Melting Pot, and Naperville Wine Festival restaurants include Buckingham’s Steakhouse and Lounge, Caoba Mexican Grill and Bar,マジコン GityGate Grille, Heaven on Seven, Le Chocolat Bouchard, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Palermo’s Pizza,,There are many people in the world who think that they are stuck with the height their genes dictatGrow Taller. PRIME BurgerHouse, SugarToad and Sullivan’s Steakhouse.

Interactive wine seminars and cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs and wine experts will educate guests on new recipes and the best food and wine pairing ideas.

Beer lovers will enjoy the Belgian Beer Café — a beer garden experience within the festival presented by Stella Artois and featuring ample sampling of Stella Artois, Leffe and Hoegaarden beers. A special guest at the Windy City festival — Bart Vandaele, owner/executive chef of Belga Café in Washington, D.C. — will highlight the natural affinity between Belgian beer and fine food as well as educate guests on proper beer pouring techniques, the importance of using the right glassware and food pairing ideas for Belgian beers.

The entertainment stage at each festival will feature live music with Chicago folk rock singer Michael McDermott and The Michael Heaton Band.,Welcome to TMJ-Bruxism-Guide.com.

Hours for each event are Friday from 4 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. Alcohol sampling and sales end 30 minutes prior to closing each night.

Adult Wine Tasting Tickets are $25 in advance (when purchased online by midnight the Thursday prior to each event) and $35 at the gate. Admission includes a souvenir wine glass, 10 tastings, a Festival Program and food and wine demonstrations and musical entertainment. Additional tasting coupons may be purchased at the festival.