Foodies and winoes are often one in the same kind of person. For those who were in attendance at the American Wine Society Picnic on Saturday afternoon, this was no exception. The park next to the cemetery, across from Dunkin Donuts just off the Davis street exit from 81 was the local for the 25ish person party that started at 2:00 and ran late into the afternoon.
The $10 attendance charge covered everything. Most people brought additional food and wine, so there were plenty of summer BBQ and picnic items available. Standard fare of burgers and hot dogs, chips and cookies (these were shaped and frosted to look like wine glasses) were of course present. However, the best foods were brought by individual members.
There was a salsa that was composed of cilantro, red, orange, yellow, peppers, onions, and tomatoes. It was crunchy and fresh and I ate it like a salad. A sweet, dill flavored pickle and red onion salad sat next to an Thai/Asian flavored, peanut topped slaw. As expected with any wine engagement, cheese, crackers, and olives were aplenty. My favorite was a pungent horseradish cheese that went well with the spicy sausage.
Of course, the main attraction of the afternoon was the wine. Every variety from sweet to dry, white to red, served in chilled bottles and recycled paint buckets. Yes, you read that right. Two of the wines, rather than being in the standard Franzia box, were being decanted in plastic paint buckets, which was a gimmick that was enjoyed by all.
As with all potlucks, picnics, and parties, the afternoon was a slew of eating, drinking, talking, drinking, repeat. The festivities left me both full and socially satiated (a rare combination) I can’t wait for the regional picnic in a month!
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