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Its Vine Time In Brooklyn: New York Wine Events Presents the Brooklyn Crush Wine & Artisanal Food Festival: Spring Edition at Industry City on Saturday, May 2


New York, NY (PRWEB) April 02, 2015

New York Wine Events will host its newest event, the Brooklyn Crush Wine & Artisanal Food Festival: Spring 2015 Edition at the Factory Floor at Industry City in Sunset Park, Brooklyn on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Attendees can choose from two tasting sessions: Afternoon: 3-6pm or Evening: 8-11pm.The spring wine event will feature 200+ wines curated by Vintry Fine Wines along with light fare including hors doeurves, cheese and cracker selections, plus artisan food tables sampling decadent chocolates, charcuterie, dipping oils, baked goods, and more. Guests will also enjoy live jazz performances during each tasting session from acclaimed contemporary jazz guitarist JJ Sansaverino, plus take home a complimentary Brooklyn Crush wine glass post-event.

Tasting tables will be located throughout the expansive venue and feature an eclectic mix of bold reds, awesome whites, and some sparkling selections. Guests will find grape varietals from old, new and emerging wine regions from around the globe including France, Italy, Spain, the United States, South America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and more.

A new VIP Ticket option (limited to 50 people per session) has been added to the event that includes the main tasting plus admission to a private VIP wine tasting area featuring 10 superior wines, retailing on average from $ 75-$ 125 per bottle and a premium selection of passed hors d’oeuvres. Wines will include high-end offerings from New World regions such as California, South America and Australia and Old World regions such as France, Italy and Spain.

Were excited to be back in Brooklyn after our well-received inaugural fall event at Industry City, says S.W. Kimball, Founder, New York Wine Events. The extensive selection of wines and live contemporary jazz will complement the hip vibe of the setting and pair well with tasty catered fare as well as numerous artisan food samples.

Musical guest Joe “JJ” Sansaverino has reached millions with his music, touring the US, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia, the South Pacific and the Caribbean. He has worked with the best in the business, both live and in the studio, has appeared on hundreds of recordings, and was lead guitarist for the group Maxi Priest throughout the early 2000s. JJs music features diverse guitar styles including R&B, jazz, rock, fusion and his trademark ballad style.

Brooklyns Industry City once served as an industrial hub in the 20th century. Now revitalized as 6 million square-foot 21st century innovation and manufacturing district situated on the waterfront in Sunset Park, it also serves as home to one of the boroughs most spectacular event spaces. The 22,000 square foot Factory Floor offers sprawling space, dramatic large industrial windows, and is adjacent to Industry Citys planted courtyard and exceptional food hall. The venue, located in Building 1 at 233 37th Street, is easy to reach via the D, N, or R train to the 36th Street subway station. There is also convenient parking one block west of the building.

New York Wine Events popular winter, spring, and autumn tastings in New York City and New Jersey have sold out for the last nine years, and based on the sell out crowds at last falls Brooklyn Crush, the spring edition is poised to do the same. Once again, all artisanal food companies sampling their offerings will also have goods on hand for attendees to purchase to enjoy at home.

Sponsors and artisanal purveyors to date include: Keurig, Arv Sweets, Bonne Fete Baking, Inc., Bridge Lane Wine, Brooklyn Delhi, Brooklyn Oyster Party, Chocodiem, Cutco, da Rosario, Dove Chocolate Discoveries, Granola Lab, Green Mountain Energy, Les Trois Petits Cochons, Li-Lac Chocolates, The Luscious Little Dessert Company, Palmer Vineyards, Sucre Bleu, and Traci Lynn Jewelry. More to be added shortly; check web site for details.

Brooklyn Crush Wine & Artisanal Food Festival: Spring 2015 Edition tickets are on sale now. Tickets range from $ 69.00 (early bird pricing, only while supplies last) to $ 89 (final week), with the VIP Ticket option starting at $ 179. Space is limited at the festival; advance purchase is recommended.

For more details or to purchase tickets to the Brooklyn Crush Wine & Artisanal Food Festival, visit http://www.newyorkwineevents.com.

About New York Wine Events

New York Wine Events hosts elegant wine tasting events at first class venues in New York City and northern New Jersey. The companys goal is to provide a wine tasting experience that allows guests to sample as many diverse wines as possible while enjoying great music and the company of other wine lovers. Visit NewYorkWineEvents.com.

About Vintry Fine Wines

Vintry Fine Wines brings fine wine to NYCs revitalized downtown. With 2,500+ selections focusing on both collectibles and drinkables, Vintry is a destination in bourgeoning Battery Park City. Featuring iconic design marrying classic and modern elements by architecture firm Rogers Marvel, this indicates what the store is all about: the best wines from both old and new world regions. Visit VintryFineWines.com.

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5 Tips to Hiring the Right Wedding Band

Choosing a band to provide music for the biggest day of your life is no small matter. Aside from the actual wedding ceremony, the wedding guests will remember how well the reception went. People really look forward to relaxing and having a grand time at the wedding reception. Every detail from the food to the music will be discussed each time the subject of your wedding day comes up. Therefore, you need to take extra care when selecting the band that is going provide music for the occasion.
These 5 tips are going to help you make the right decision:

Tip #1: Wedding Theme

The theme of your wedding can play a big part in which band to choose. Themes play heavily into style choices. Think about the style of decorations and food being featured. Ideally, you want a band to fit in effortlessly with the atmosphere. They should not seem out of place. A country rock band is a good fit for a casual theme with a down-to-earth feel. Light pop or rock music works for contemporary settings.

Tip #2: Personal Taste

A band should make both bride and groom happy by performing songs that each find appealing. The big day belongs to both of you so do not favor one person’s taste over another. Compromise may be needed in cases where musical tastes vary greatly. There are plenty of bands that perform a wide range of song genres. Ask bands upfront if they know any of your favorite tunes.

Tip #3: Venue

You may have your heart set on a large band with an awesome rhythm section, but they are not going to work out due to the venue. When you are reserving the venue for your reception, ask if there are any limitations for bands playing there. The staff should fill you in on restrictions concerning band size, noise and licensing issues. This information helps to rule out bands that will cause problems.

Tip #4: Special Songs

The band you pick should be able to play special songs requested by you for those memorable moments. The biggest moment of the reception is always the first dance. All eyes will be on the happy couple and the song should have special meaning. Pick out this song ahead of time and ask bands if they have experience performing it. The band should be able to perform other special requests with no problem.

Tip #5: Culture and Religion

For some couples their cultural background largely influences everything concerning the reception. Sometimes family expectations also weigh heavily in decisions concerning music selection. Religious considerations may also be an important factor. In this case, you should limit your band search to ones that are compatible with your traditional cultural standards.

The music at your wedding reception sets the tone for the entire celebration. Every guest is going to remember whether the music was good or bad. Take time to consider everything about the type and style of music you want. Choose a great band that can deliver music that suits the event perfectly.

 

Mike Dangeroux is the lead guitar and vocalist for the Mike Dangeroux Band, specializing in everything from classics to contemporary music for any event.