Welcome Gift
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel

Upon arrival, relax and unwind with a glass of wine. Complimentary bottle of wine and two signature wine glasses await you in your room.


"Culinary Journey of Italy" Dinner
Vinny Vanucchi's 'Little Italy' - 8:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Shuttle service provided

Italy’s diverse geography and regional traditions are at the heart of many great flavors. From the mountainous region of Piedmont to the isolated coastal setting of Sardinia, Italian foods and wines are influenced by many factors. The culinary team at Vinny Vanucchi’s has paired an impressive collection of Italian wines with traditional Italian cuisine. While the many regions of Italy produce notable foods and wines, let Chef Robin take you on a journey and discover the many unique flavors of this colorful country. Complete menu information.

Hot Boutique Breakfast
Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub & Grill - 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

A Hot Boutique Breakfast with an Irish flare.
Complete menu information.


5 Taste Program - Advanced
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Blarney Stone Banquet Room A - Noon to 1:00 p.m.

Building upon the 5 Taste Program conducted at last year's Wine Lover's Weekend, David Protz of Kautz Family Vineyards will taste and demonstrate common food and wine pairings typical of many dining experiences across the United States. Together, we will discuss why restaurant buyers focus on specific wine varietals and how those wines pair with a number of basic flavors we all tend to enjoy. Please be warned that within the demonstration shellfish will be utilized to illustrate a number of concepts. Complete menu information.

Ironstone wines of the program include:

Cooking with Whiskey Program
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
& Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub & Grill - 1:15 to 2:30 p.m.

The taste and aroma of whiskey is further enhanced when used to prepare food. Our culinary staff will walk you through the process of preparing a variety of dishes using a several whiskey products available through the Jameson Distillery. You will sample items prepared by Chef Moon while learning about the history of Ireland’s richest export. The Jameson International Brand Ambassador will be on site to share Jameson’s proud distilling tradition. Complete menu information.



Wine Blending Program
The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Blarney Stone Banquet Room B - 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Over the last few years blended wines have become more popular. While some still turn their noses at the prospect of drinking a blended wine, others are enjoying dynamic flavors and unique notes of a good blended wine. Learn the characteristics of a really good blended wine and then test your skill by developing your very own signature blend. Get out of the varietal rut!

This program has three components

• Blending seminar featuring: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
• Tasting of three 90+ blended wines
• Building you own signature blend. Judges will award prizes for best blend.

"Off the Beaten Path" Dinner
One Eleven Main - 7:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Shuttle service provided

It seems these days everyone is trying to do more with less! Lesser known varietals, underutilized cuts of meats and new flavor combinations are key ingredients to making your food budget go further without sacrificing taste or quality. Chef Ryan and his staff have prepared a menu sure to broaden your culinary horizons while inspiring your inner chef.

Varietals include: Torrentes, Malbec, Carmenere and Raspberry Framboise.
Complete menu information.


SUNDAY, MARCH 28, 2010



Package rates start at $339.00/person + tax based on double occupancy.

Due to the high demand for this package, a $250.00 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT is required. The $250.00 deposit is applied to the total purchase price of the package. A confirmation letter including a receipt for the $250.00 deposit will be sent within days of the reservation.