I think it will be friday. sat. will require me to do some coordinating with Bijoux for the main event.
But a noon appointment Friday at Perot will give you plenty of time to stop by at my home.
hm$
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- Tue Mar 19, 2013 12:20 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Dallas Info
- Replies: 51
- Views: 5785
- Sun Mar 17, 2013 11:59 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Dallas Info
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Re: New Dallas Info
If you want to go to the Perot science museum, go Friday, when there will be fewer kids.
It is right near 6th Floor museum, and Nasher Sculpture, and Crow Asian Arts museum, so you can do more than 1 in a day.
hm$
It is right near 6th Floor museum, and Nasher Sculpture, and Crow Asian Arts museum, so you can do more than 1 in a day.
hm$
- Sun Mar 17, 2013 5:08 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Dallas Info
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Re: New Dallas Info
The 2 friday night venues will be different. I did not think the burgundy drinkers would want to risk that some stray, fruit-laden, wine molecules would spoil their pinot.
hm$
hm$
- Thu Mar 14, 2013 2:16 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Calling Jacques: the 2009 GPL is "awful"?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7658
Re: Calling Jacques: the 2009 GPL is "awful"?
I did not buy many '09s, and I don't subscibe to HWSRN, but based on many wines he recommended that I bought in 2000-2002 which were (at that time), overripe, hot, flabby, etc., many are now beautiful, or at least very good, wines. So I agree with david in large measure -- I find it very difficult t...
- Thu Mar 14, 2013 3:47 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: New Dallas Info
- Replies: 51
- Views: 5785
New Dallas Info
First, for reasons that we need not discuss now, I have moved the venue to Bijoux. The contract is signed. We have a private room from about 6:30 - 10:30ish. Money: The dinner (5 courses, incl. cheese), all in, should be around $120-125/person, which will cover plenty of glasses and extra tip money ...
- Mon Mar 11, 2013 2:32 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
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Re: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
Venues are relatively close.
Hm$
Hm$
- Sun Mar 10, 2013 8:50 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
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Re: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
Taxis are expensive b/c distances are long.
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- Sun Mar 10, 2013 1:06 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
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- Views: 1178
Re: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
you need and want a car.
- Sun Mar 10, 2013 12:51 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - 2013 (Important)
- Replies: 19
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Re: BWE Dallas - 2013 (Important)
I will know how much flexibility I have on spots by this coming week. And I will have a firm budget.
Anyone wanting to ship their wines in advance should do so to my office:
Howard Marc Spector
Spector & Johnson PLLC
12770 Coit Rd
Suite 1100
Dallas, TX 75251
I will take them to my cellar.
hm$
Anyone wanting to ship their wines in advance should do so to my office:
Howard Marc Spector
Spector & Johnson PLLC
12770 Coit Rd
Suite 1100
Dallas, TX 75251
I will take them to my cellar.
hm$
- Sun Mar 10, 2013 12:44 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - Themes
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1287
Re: BWE Dallas - Themes
Michael P is invited to my drink with me Friday -- no pinot at my table, that's for damn sure.
I will find a HB for Saturday as well.
anyone want to send their wine in advance to me?
hm$
I will find a HB for Saturday as well.
anyone want to send their wine in advance to me?
hm$
- Wed Mar 06, 2013 3:59 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1178
BWE Dallas - Hotel Info
Hotels.com has the Hilton Dallas Lincoln Center (5410 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Dallas, TX, 75240) for $101/night (Thursday - Sunday). The non-refundable rate on hilton.com is $109/night. Tough to beat for a non-blind reservation (i.e. you know what you are getting before committing to the booking a la P...
- Wed Mar 06, 2013 2:58 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas - 2013 (Important)
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2374
BWE Dallas - 2013 (Important)
I really need a final headcount -- i.e. unequivocal committments. I have: DavidG + 1 JimHow MichaelP + 1 RDD Stefan + 1 Danny + 1 Claret Winona Chief TomDC + 1 SF Ed + 1 Total 16 without folks I am bringing or who are reserving through me. Please confirm. If you are not on the list, and are coming, ...
- Fri Mar 01, 2013 3:25 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
Just an FYI, I am a +5, not a +1. We have some folks coming who have been to a few past BWEs, but not all of them (you may recall my harem of years gone by).
hm$
hm$
- Wed Feb 27, 2013 7:39 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Venue confirmed for Sat. night
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Venue confirmed for Sat. night
I have confirmed The Mercury for Sat. night -- price will be about $125 all in/person (lotsa stems, appetizers, salad, main, sides, desserts). In order to coordinante Friday/Thursday venues, I need folks to tell me how many people are planning to go to these events. The Mercury is one of the few pla...
- Sun Feb 24, 2013 10:06 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas BWE Information and Map
- Replies: 6
- Views: 342
Re: Dallas BWE Information and Map
Because it backs onto a very, very high crime area. And because of the 235 people who have reviewed it on TripAdvisor, 42 of them rate it "poor" or "terrible". I live less than 3 miles from the hotel in question, and while it is probably the best of its direct neighbors, it's not...
- Sun Feb 24, 2013 9:13 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas BWE Information and Map
- Replies: 6
- Views: 342
Re: Dallas BWE Information and Map
I would not recommend Glenn's hotel.
hm$
hm$
- Sat Feb 23, 2013 8:59 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas 2013 theme dinners and activities discussion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 238
Re: Dallas 2013 theme dinners and activities discussion
I think we may need to have 2 dinner events Friday night, depending on the headcount those evenings. Also, if anyone is interetsted, we could do a daytime shooting event at one of the (many) local gun ranges. I'm polishing my shotgun as we speak. Please remember that we will be having an open house ...
- Sat Feb 23, 2013 8:55 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas BWE Information and Map
- Replies: 6
- Views: 342
Dallas BWE Information and Map
I wanted to give everyone some preliminary info on BWE 13. Below is a link to a map, which will give you some reference points. http://mapq.st/YtjLeU Items 1, 2, 3 and 4 are likely venues for Wednesday - Saturday night offlines, with Item 2 (The Mercury) being the leading contender for the Saturday ...
- Sun Feb 17, 2013 6:55 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
Sorry, Guys, I have been travelling this week. Saw Timmc in Paris Tuesday (we had Rioja). more next week.
hm$
hm$
- Tue Feb 05, 2013 9:56 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas Survey
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Re: BWE Dallas Survey
I guess I was not clear. Both have private rooms, enough stems, etc. The question is ceteris paribus, except for (i) cost, (ii) food quality (a little) and (iii) atmosphere.
Prices are all in.
hm$
Prices are all in.
hm$
- Tue Feb 05, 2013 3:38 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: BWE Dallas Survey
- Replies: 10
- Views: 597
BWE Dallas Survey
So, in looking at venues, I have come across 3 good dining options. Each would involve a private room. The question is mainly one of budget. Option 1: The Mansion on Turtle Creek (http://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/mansiononturtlecreek/dining/the_mansion_restaurant/) is truly excellent. I've been to t...
- Fri Feb 01, 2013 10:10 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
I hope to have the venues locked down next week.
- Wed Jan 23, 2013 4:27 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
It's a go. buy your tix!
- Sun Jan 20, 2013 2:00 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
My plan is to have a pre-dinner event (wine/cheese) at our house Friday evening. I think I can live up to Ed's cheese standards, but I am not sure. Here are some not-to-miss things to do in Dallas and surrounding areas: --Sixth Floor museum --Nasher Sculpture Gardens --Kimball Art Museum/Fort Worth ...
- Sat Jan 19, 2013 10:28 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Getting to Know You Guys: What % of Your Cellar is Bdx and
- Replies: 50
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Re: Getting to Know You Guys: What % of Your Cellar is Bdx and
The numbers don't tell the whole story, Jim. 25% of my cellar is Rhone and Bordeaux, my two favorite red regions. 25% of my cellar is German. 10% of my cellar is Quilceda Creek, dating as far back as 1989 (over 75% of the USA wines). 10% of my cellar is Amarone or Barolo/Barbaresco (all of my Italy ...
- Sat Jan 19, 2013 8:13 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Getting to Know You Guys: What % of Your Cellar is Bdx and
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Re: Getting to Know You Guys: What % of Your Cellar is Bdx and
France 34.9% -------Bordeaux 13.3% -------Rhône 11.8% -------Loire Valley 5.4% -------Alsace 2.2% -------Burgundy 1.3% Germany 26.4% (not suprising that the German wines have taken over the cellar) USA 14.4% Italy 10.8% Portugal 6.0% Spain 3.8% Hungary 1.3% Australia 1.1% Austria 1.0% Argentina 0.2%...
- Thu Jan 17, 2013 9:03 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
I will recommend a hotel which is an easy taxi to the venue.
hm$
hm$
- Fri Jan 11, 2013 10:49 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
Is sdr coming?
- Fri Jan 11, 2013 10:48 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
You clearly need a car. Cabs would be cost prohibitive as driving distances between sites of interest can be huge. Many hotels, especially outside of downtown, have free parking.
And there is not any compelling reason to stay downtown.
Hm$
And there is not any compelling reason to stay downtown.
Hm$
- Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:00 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
i am working on venues still. most places would not think about it seriously during the holidays.
hm$
hm$
- Mon Dec 03, 2012 12:32 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
Many of the better restaurants in Dallas, aside from steakhouses, lack a hard liquor license . All potential venues are what I would describe as contemporary American fare, except one which is country french. I am also looking into renting a place and having one of these chefs cater the dinner. More...
- Mon Oct 29, 2012 2:08 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
- Replies: 97
- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
Hi Guys! Lisa and I are thrilled to be hosting. We will have at least 1 event at our house, but I will start working on dinner venues for each night, daytime options, and of course hotels. A few things you should know about my fair city. 1. Dallas is a destination city for shopping and eating, first...
- Fri Oct 19, 2012 12:40 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
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- Views: 17200
Re: Seeking input on Dallas '13 dates of April 13th weekend.
BYOB is legal in Texas, as long as the restaurant does not serve hard liquor. I have multiple venues to select from. I second the 30 person (or thereabouts) requirement. As much as I love you guys, I don't want this to be remembered as the BWE event where 5 of us sat around and stared at each other....
- Fri Oct 12, 2012 11:42 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas '13?
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- Views: 1850
Re: Dallas '13?
we can do the weekend before Passover, if you want, or early May as well. The BD just needs to issue a decree.
hm$
hm$
- Mon Oct 08, 2012 7:18 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas '13?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1850
Re: Dallas '13?
The most popular spring break week is March 9-16. Dallas Market (which books up some hotels) is March 21-24. Passover is Monday, March 25. Easter weekend is March 29-31. There are very few issues with April and the temperature is usually very pleasant by then. I also don't see any major events which...
- Mon Oct 08, 2012 6:45 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: Dallas '13?
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- Views: 1850
Re: Dallas '13?
looking...hang on....
- Mon Aug 27, 2012 5:43 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: NWR: Help in Chicago
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NWR: Help in Chicago
So I am coming into town for a family wedding on 9/22 and need a babysitter to watch my 8 year old in our hotel room for a few hours, say 6-11. He will most likely be sleeping by 10. Anyone of you Chicagoans personally know anyone responsible enough to handle the job of safeguarding the heir to my c...
- Mon Aug 27, 2012 5:32 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: 2013 BWE Convention?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1663
Re: 2013 BWE Convention?
i have a number of venues who would take us, but I am happy to go to chicago too.
hm$
hm$
- Fri Apr 20, 2012 3:44 am
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: When President Obama is re-elected!!
- Replies: 1635
- Views: 349791
Re: When President Romney takes office....
we get the government we deserve.
hm$
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- Mon Mar 26, 2012 11:29 pm
- Forum: Our Forum
- Topic: ***BWE DC Blind Tasting: '95 vs '96 Medocs
- Replies: 66
- Views: 15639
Re: ***BWE DC Blind Tasting: '95 vs '96 Medocs
David: In a number of the pst years, I have volunteered to tally the results in real-time. Happy to do it this time as well if you have everyone give me their sheets. It takes about 10 minutes. I loved the contest last time, but there is no chance I will win it. ------ Nic: I have to go to Macarthur...