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We all know Chicago is THE place to find some of the best restaurants and chefs in the country. But just as important as food presentation and flavor combinations is the wine list that accompanies them.

In Vino Felicitas ("In Wine There is Happiness," for you non-Latin geeks) tunes you in to some of the finest wine selections, hippest wine bars and the best places to find great bottle deals and free tastings.

We know all palates are different, so join the conversation and let us know your tastes, distastes or whether you think we're just plain nuts.

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Wine: It's not just for weekends

Midweek Happy Hour doesn't have to mean overpriced martinis or cheap, watered-down beer. Drink your antioxidants, and this week, drag your co-workers to the local wine bar.

Here are some ideas to tempt your palate:

Tuesday (8/12)

  1. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba, 2024 N. Halsted, Bodega Ba Ba Reeba: Taste more than 30 Spanish wines and cavas, tapas and paella. Starts at 6 p.m. and costs $35. Register online.
  2. Swirl Wine Bar, 111 W. Hubbard, Every Tuesday: $3 tasting portions, $10 custom wine flights

Wednesday (8/13)

  1. Chocolate Grape, 2113 W. Division, goes to the dogs with Canine and Wine. Bring your dog and sip wine alfresco on the patio. From 7-9 p.m., select wines are only $5, and they're offering specials on Wicker Park baskets, sandwiches and salads.
  2. Swirl Wine Bar, 111 W. Hubbard, Every Wednesday: Wine and She's Wednesdays. Grab your girlfriends and get a free cheese plate when you buy a bottle of wine. (And catch me there Wednesday checking it out.)

Thursday (8/14)

  1. Swirl Wine Bar, 111 W. Hubbard, Every Thursday: House-made sangria, $5 glasses, $15 pitchers
  2. Enoteca Piattini, 934 W. Webster Ave., Every Thursday, 1/2 price bottles of sparkling wine

 

I'll add to the list as I hear more. Know about other events going on? Post 'em in the comments.

Sandi Villarreal

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I definitely remember Enoteca Piattini's deal!! As I do (hazily) recall we shared not one bottle, but two! With prices that good, about $7 per person, per bottle, how could we resist! :)

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We all know Chicago is THE place to find some of the best restaurants and chefs in the country. But just as important as food presentation and flavor combinations is the wine list that accompanies them.

In Vino Felicitas ("In Wine There is Happiness," for you non-Latin geeks) tunes you in to some of the finest wine selections, hippest wine bars and the best places to find great bottle deals and free tastings.

We know all palates are different, so join the conversation and let us know your tastes, distastes or whether you think we're just plain nuts.

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