We have a variety of events for every level of wine enthusiast. Every month we tour an area winery and have a tasting. Every month we have a wine party at someones house. Our events are typically free, bring a bottle of wine or a small $5 cover charge to cover the wine at wineries. Plus we also post and attend area events and dinners. Don't worry about snobs, we'll drink Boones Farm and Two now Three buck Chuck too. We are here for you to meet new friends and enjoy and learn about wines. We run …

NOTICE: Winos and Foodies is closed  and we are no longer accepting requests to join. ~~~~~ Hans and Kristin started this group to meet fellow wine drinkers, wine lovers, and foodies who enjoy socializing in the Minneapolis area. They are a young, progressive, open-minded, fun-loving, taste-bud-indulging couple, seeking kindred spirits for small gatherings to enjoy, discuss, and explore the wonders of food and drink. Ideas we've had for such occasions include: wine/cheese pairings, region-speci …

“We are what we eat!”From a 7 pound baby at birth to a 130 pound adult, our body is built on our diet. Food is a direct transmitter of energy and affects our physical, mental and emotional state. One of the most enjoyable experiences in life, food can also be a major contributor to our wellness.Eating for Enlightenment is a two and half hour cooking class based on the principles of Ayurveda that helps us use understand who we are and how our food affects us.Ayurveda is an ancient Indian s …

* Foodist, chef, traveler, adventurous eater, organic gardener, home canner, pickler, sausage maker, personal chef,  entertainer, recipe conjurer, enthusiastic culinary instructor, tradition vs. "trendy", loves to mingle and explore culture & cuisines .... peoples and places. I love to cook, eat and talk "food".... what other reason to start this group? What other reason to join? We all have something to learn from each other, to share, to explore and to discover .... isn't it so much more fun t …

What is the Twin Cities Hot & Spicy Food Lovers Group? Our group is open to all lovers of hot & spicy food who wish to indulge in the best spicy cuisine in the Twin Cities area! We're a friendly, laid-back group but we are passionate about great spicy food -- our only requirement is, "enjoy yourself"! Can I host my own Hot & Spicy event? Yes! Anyone can host an event! Have you found a great local restaurant willing to take hold back nothing in terms of spicy goodness? Let's check it out! Pleas …

People who are looking for like-minded foodies, travelers, and wine enthusiasts. Explore our local cuisines and find off-the-beaten path places to dine (whether it is at a friend's home making one of their family specialties to a hole-i- the-wall place that only the people "in the know" go).  Share your stories on the fabulous places to travel, gather information on your future destination and discover great wine finds. Share "Peak Experiences" of life with a fantastic group of people!

Join our kitchen! Every month we host curated community potlucks in Minneapolis. Each month has a different theme. We eat & talk food, culture & story. Sometimes we have special guests, sometimes we have contests. NOTE: Open Kitchen is currently on hiatus this winter as Mero Cocinero travels the world. We will send an email out to members when we are back up & running.

A group of women who gets together monthly to brew beer! Mission The Bitches Brew Crew is a group of women that are interested in learning how to enjoy drinking beer and homebrewing beer without the sometimes intruding presence of men! We occasionally have special events when men are welcomed into our group as Honorary Brew Bitches otherwise we'd like to keep this a fun place for individuals who identify themselves as women to gather and enjoy fellowship with each other. Want to learn how to hom …

Building Communities One Person at a Time... Our mission is to foster fellowship and promote the understanding of diverse cultures. Our vision – to create a positive social environment in which to build and strengthen the quality of life in Twin Cities

Limited to 15 participants but you need to commit to attending a monthly event as best you can. Goal is to informally learn about wines from different regions. We will focus on wines under $20 and more red than white. Each month a "captain" will be assigned responsible for selecting the theme. Each person will need to bring one bottle of wine matching the theme.

Do you love to cook? Do you love to eat!? Do you cook for others besides yourself? Do you like trying new recipes? Is healthy cooking and healthy eating a priority for you? Do you know you need to change your diet but don't know where to start? Whether you're a healthy chef or need to overhaul your diet, join us for endless new ideas! This group is designed for anybody who wants to share healthy recipes and add new ones to their recipe box! Please come with a healthy recipe to share, preferably  …

Jazz on the Line is a pilot project that I hope will cultivate a thriving music and restaurant scene for the entire Green Line LRT corridor from downtown St. Paul to Minneapolis. On the third Thursday of every month, we are sponsoring free evenings of live music to "foster connections, support the arts and encourage a healthy economy." We have been performing monthly since June 2012 at Mai Village Vietnamese restaurant, as both Mai Nguyen and Ngoan Dang are great fans of music, and particularly …

We bring people together around good food to raise money for the greater good. We gather in different homes each month in the Twin Cities to eat local, organic meals made from scratch. And in coming together, we manage to do some small good for a community larger than ourselves.

Check out the Twin Cities fantastic food culture with us! From food novices to epicurean gourmands, Simply Epicurious foodies always have a fun time trying new spots and enjoying delicious food. Join us to share laughter, great conversation, and a good meal! Our events may include restaurant excursions, cooking classes, potlucks, food crawls, food festivals, and more! We'll partake of food and drink delights at various eateries in the TC Area. Whether it's a fantastic hole-in-the-wall or a hot, …