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Michael Mondavi Private Cellars Wine Club

Posted by on February 22, 2012 No comments

Michael Mondavi Private Cellars Wine Club

Wine expert Michael Mondavi has created a new Private Cellars club to share his knowledge with those who have the funds to buy top bottles, but not necessarily the time to track them down. Enophiles who join have the option to choose from monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly shipments which are organized by region and contain select vintages that aren’t even available to purchase through retail outlets. Outside of sampling Michael’s own personal tastes, other benefits of joining include 10% discounts on wine acquired in addition to the regular shipments. Members also have the opportunity to gain VIP access to private events and top wine makers in locations such as Florence, Barcelona, Frankfurt — just to name a few. Prices of course vary on what plan you opt in for, but generally the club’s goal is to keep all wine shipments under $600 in value (which includes shipping). Short of Bacchus descending on your home, it’s the easiest way to stock up your cave. Gleeful pipe players and grape-loving nymphs sadly aren’t part of the package.

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Shopping & Style

Posted by on February 22, 2012 No comments

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Between work, family, friends and the general pace of life, it’s easy for time to get away from you. Before you know it, it’s your loved ones birthday, Valentine’s Day or an anniversary and you don’t have a gift. Fortunately, there are gifts available for your sweetheart that don’t require advanced planning. Try some of these last minute gift ideas and you’ll be sure to make their heart melt.

Wine of the Month Club

Hours: Mon – Sat 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sun 10:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Even if special someone is not a sommelier, this is a great gift for anyone who appreciates a good bottle of wine. Available in six and 12-month packages, the recipient will receive a bottle of wine delivered on a monthly basis. Bottles are packaged with informative cards and come with a monthly copy of Wine Press magazine, which lists future tastings and events. This is a great way to sample new flavors and brands that you may not have tried before. It is also a good excuse to sit down to a romantic dinner once a month.

Related: Top Colorado Wine Stores

Tickets to a Sporting Event

Hours: Mon – Fri 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Gifts don’t always need to be material. Spending time with your loved one at the game is a fun and exciting date. Sporting events are great places to have a good time in a setting where you can still talk to one another. Here in Colorado, we have no shortage of sporting events. Buy tickets to a game and savor the excitement of the crowd. This time of year is the midst of hockey and basketball seasons, so there are plenty of events to choose from. Buy tickets for a game later in the month to give your date something to look forward to.

Related: Top Gifts for Him in Denver

Gift Certificates to the Spa

Hours: Mon – Thurs 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Fri – Sun 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

There is nothing better than a relaxing massage to help loosen up and ease tension. If she’s been working really hard this past year, send her to the spa. Most spas will offer a variety of services such as massages, facials, manicures and body treatments. Treatments can usually be purchased individually, or package deals may be available. Services are usually tiered as well and are priced depending on the type and length of service.

A Home Cooked Dinner Horus: Mon – Sat 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Forget to make a reservation and now your favorite restaurant is all booked up? Fortunately, there is an endless supply of amazing recipes at your disposal. Logon to your favorite recipe website, find one worthy of a five-star restaurant and cook it for him or her at home. There are specialty gourmet grocery stores in Denver where you can pick up the ingredients and even a tip or two from the staff. If you’ve burned your romantic dinner, there are premade gourmet dinners that you can pick up and take home. As a bonus, you won’t even have to worry about noisy restaurant crowds, and you can snuggle up on the couch and watch a movie when you’re done.

Related: Top Specialty Food Stores in Denver

Jewelry Hours: Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Nothing screams I love you like jewelry. Even at the 11th hour, there is always something nice that you can buy for her. A nice pair of earrings, fashion rings or a necklace is a great way to say, “I love you.” Available in many colors and sizes, jewelry is an easy way to give her something personal that will sparkle and perk up any outfit. Plus, she can wear it and think of you. If you find the prospect of picking out a piece of jewelry daunting, or if you don’t want to give the wrong impression, keep it simple. Stick with a simple pair of diamond studs or a gemstone necklace. Simple pieces of jewelry are elegant and easy to pair with almost anything.

Related: Top Jewelry Stores in Denver

Alaina Brandenburger is a freelance writer living in Denver. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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Inside StAug News

Posted by on February 22, 2012 No comments

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February is Perfect for Lovers!ROMANCE BLOOMS ON FLORIDA’S HISTORIC COAST

The first recorded wedding in St. Augustine is dated January 24, 1594 – 29 years after the city’s founding and 13 years before the English arrived at Jamestown, Virginia. The groom was Gabriel Hernandez and the bride’s name was Catalina de Valdes. Although their happiness on that day was undoubtedly remembered for the rest of their lives, it would have been even more special if they had known they were the first of thousands of couples who could not resist the romance of the nation’s oldest city. For centuries, it has beguiled romantics. The shining sea, fresh breezes, horse-drawn carriages bedecked in colorful flowers, romantic strolls beside a star-spangled bay, the moonlit ramparts of a 17th century Spanish fortress…and so much more to be discovered. This is a city with nearly 450 years of history and authentic European architecture bathed in the Florida sun. It’s no wonder that Travel + Leisure magazine made St. Augustine it’s number one pick for an American destination where visitors could feel as though they are in Europe.

Plus, just up the coast in beautiful Ponte Vedra Beach, world renowned resorts like the AAA.

5-Diamond Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, the Lodge and Club and the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa offer unmatched pampering-and great tennis and golf on some of the world’s most famous courses including the Stadium course at TPC Sawgrass, home of the THE PLAYERS Championship each May. Also, the Renaissance World Golf Resort is not only AAA 4-Diamond-rated, it is next door to the World Golf Hall of Fame and features two championship courses.

Despite the year-round appeal to lovers, February’s arrival on Florida’s Historic Coast gives even the most reluctant romantic a valid reason to utter sweet-nothings while experiencing the blushes brought forth by a direct hit from one of Cupid’s arrows. Here, all of the elements needed to transform a mild infatuation into a full-blown, four-alarm romance are readily found.

Start with one of the basics – chocolate. Begin with a tour of the Whetstone Chocolate Factory Whetstone Chocolates where master confectioners explain how its done and offer samples of their delectable product – plus, they explain why chocolate is really good for you – no need to feel guilty, indulge yourself. Plus, the have chocolate and wine pairing at their Anastasia Island location Next, head to Claude’s Claude’s Chocolates and sample hand-crafted Belgian chocolates that offer the best in Old World richness or stop at Peterbrooke’s Peterbrooke Chocolates and experience imaginative concoctions including their famous chocolate-covered popcorn. Or get totally immersed in the flavor and lore of chocolate on the Tour de Chocolate presented by St. Augustine City Walks or take a ride through the world of chocolate on the original chocolate tour offered by Old Town Trolleys.

Euripides once wrote “where there is no wine, there is no love.” So make sure to experience the wine pairings with chocolate presented at Whetstone’s shop on Anastasia Island or take part in the daily wine tastings at San Sebastian Winery and discover the tastes the have received more than 400 awards in domestic and international competition.

Romantic music? It’s performed each evening, most frequently outdoors, at numerous restaurants and watering holes around the city. Plus, the February lineup at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Flagler Auditorium, and Ponte Vedra Concert Hall offers something for every musical taste -They Might Be Giants (2/7); Russia’s Kremlin Chamber Orchestra (2/11); Robert Cray (2/14); Patrizio Buanne (2/17); Brandi Carlile (2/18); Saw Doctors (2/22); Pablo Cruise (2/25); and Dark Star (2/29)/

St. Augustine features dining that incorporates everything needed for romance – exquisite food and impeccable service in settings that create a lasting memory — the sea at sunset, the famous Bridge of Lions opening at twilight for the passage of white-hulled shrimp boats, the clip-clop of passing horse-drawn carriages in the glow of 19th century street lamps, happy couples strolling through the Plaza de la Constitucion.

The perfect ending for a day of romance can be found at any of dozens of accommodations on Florida’s Historic Coast. The charm of an award-wining bed and breakfast inn is readily available, as is the romantic allure of historic hotels, elegant beachfront resorts and the very best of contemporary lodging provided by the most distinguished names in the industry. In fact, planning a romantic getaway to St. Augustine is easy. Simply go to: FloridasHistoricCoast.com/ROMANCE

Romantic February Events on Florida’s Historic Coast:

February 7Sunset-Moonrise at the St. Augustine Lighthouse

See the sun set behind the skyline of the nation’s oldest city and then watch the full moon rise from the depths of the Atlantic Ocean – all from the top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Repeatedly selected in polls as the most romantic place to propose marriage in all of Northeast Florida, the lighthouse offers a magnificent view of the change from day to night in an unforgettable coastal setting. Plus, the event includes a champagne toast and hors d’oeuvres. For reservations, call 904.829.0745.

February 11 – 14Couples’ Valentine Eco Adventure

Join the professional Guides and Naturalists of St. Augustine Eco Tours for a one of a kind Valentine’s experience! Choose the excursion that’s perfect for you and your sweetie! Paddle in a tandem kayak into the beautiful and tranquil salt marshes, look for wildlife as you explore the rivers and creeks on the Dolphin & Nature boat tour or kick back and relax on a peaceful 2 hour sail aboard our stable 27′ catamaran —the choice is yours! St. Augustine Eco Tours specializes in small tours, taking groups no larger than six on most excursions so you’ll never be lost in the crowd. St. Augustine Eco Tours is located at St. Augustine Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez. Kayak tours are 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All other tours are by appointment. For rates and more information, visit staugustineecotours.com, or call (904) 377-7245.

February 11 – 19St. Augustine Air Tours Special Valentine Tours

Fly high with your sweetie pie. St. Augustine Air Torus is offering special discounted airplane sightseeing tours, sunset and aerobatic flights over St. Augustine. Take your sweetie up and save 10% through Valentine’s week. Each of St. Augustine Air Tours vintage aircraft are fully restored and among the finest examples of their kind in the country. St. Augustine Air Tours is located at St. Augustine Regional Airport, 4900 US 1 North in St. Augustine. For more information, call 904-819-0002 or visit StAugustineAirTours.com.

February 12Ripley’s World Record Wedding Vow Renewal Event

Renew your wedding vows and be a part of a world record setting event! Ripley’s Original Believe It or Not Museum will host this attempt to set a new Guinness record for the largest wedding vow renewal in history! Help shatter the current record of 1,087 couples, receive flowers and a fun tour of St. Augustine — the nation’s oldest city aboard a red train. It’s all free! Advance registration required for this noon to 2 p.m. event. Email the name of the bride and groom and the state and date of their original wedding to .

February 14Valentine’s Day Sunset Sail

Savor the most romantic day of the year on a two-hour sunset sail aboard the schooner Freedom. This sail into the sunset will be truly special with complimentary drinks, chocolates, live music and a warm blanket to cuddle under. The schooner sets sail at 4:15 p.m. and reservations are required. Tickets are $45 per person. Phone: 904.810.1010

February 18Uncorked Wine Judging

Come join in a wine judging event at Ponte Vedra Beach. This judging event will provide a sampling of what is to come at the April 2012 Sawgrass Wine Festival. Uncorked takes place at Sawgrass Marriott, located at 1000 PGA Tour Blvd. in Ponte Vedra Beach.

For more information, visit pontevedrachamber.org.

February 25Casa Monica Nocha de Gala (Night of the Ball)

Be a part of this 16th century masked ball celebrating the 493rd birthday of St. Augustine’s founder, Don Pedro Menéndez de Avilés. The celebration begins at 5 p.m. with a grand and exciting procession through downtown St. Augustine to announce the arrival of Menéndez, who will be accompanied by his colorful entourage. Starting at the City Gates at St. George and Orange Street, Menéndez will lead the procession down St. George Street to the front of the Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, engaging the town folks as he inspects his colony and prepares to enjoy his birthday celebration, Noche de Gala. The cocktail reception and dinner will be followed by dancing to contemporary tunes. Gala attire is black tie or 16th century costume. The Noche de Gala takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Lightner Museum Ballroom, 75 King Street in St. Augustine. Sponsored by the Casa Monica Hotel, this is St. Augustine’s most exciting social event of the year. Tickets are $195 per person, or $75 per person for just the cocktail reception. All proceeds go toward the restoration of Lightner Museum. Reservations are required. For more information, email .

Located midway between Daytona Beach and Jacksonville, Florida’s Historic Coast includes historic St. Augustine, the outstanding golf and seaside elegance of Ponte Vedra, 42 miles of pristine, Atlantic beaches – the same beaches that greeted Ponce de Leon in 1513 when he discovered and named La Florida, an area whose boundaries encompassed what would later become the eastern United States. For more information on events, activities, holiday getaway and vacation opportunities in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches, go to the Visitors and Convention Bureau website at FloridasHistoricCoast.com, become a fan on Facebook or call 1.800.653.2489.

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Starbucks CEO Schultz made $65 million

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

CEO Howard Schultz made $65 million in 2011.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — Starbucks chief executive officer Howard Schultz was paid more than $65 million in fiscal year 2011, including salary, bonuses and stock options.

That places Schultz in the exclusive club of executives earning at least $50 million per year.

Schultz earned a base pay of $1.4 million, a bonus of $2.9 million, and a "long-term incentive" of $12 million, according to Starbucks’ proxy statement filed with Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday. That "direct compensation" totals nearly $16.4 million.

In addition, Starbucks said that Schultz received a retention bonus of $12 million and exercised stock options worth $36.8 million. So altogether, the CEO earned more than $65.2 million in 2011.

In the proxy statement, the company praised Schultz for his "exceptional performance and his leadership."

Starbucks (SBUX, Fortune 500) filed the statement Thursday, the same day that the company filed its returns for its first quarter of fiscal year 2012, covering the 13 weeks that ended Jan. 1.

The company said that total net revenues jumped 16% to a record high of $3.4 billion. Same-store sales around the world rose 9%. Net earnings rose 10% to $382 million. Earnings per share rose 11% to 50 cents, another figure that the company identified as a record.

This announcement comes just days after Starbucks announced that it would offer alcoholic drinks – beer and wine – at some locations in Atlanta and Southern California later this year. Starbucks already serves beer and wine at some of its Chicago locations.

Starbucks also announced this month that it would raise prices for select drinks at some locations in the Northeast and the Sunbelt, but not California or Southern Florida. bug Starbucks CEO Schultz made $65 million

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Cheap Airfare: How To Buy Dirt Cheap Airline Tickets

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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For these who enjoy traveling and for individuals who may have to, owing to their business needs, finding cheap airfare becomes indispensible. Traveling helps you develop an comprehending with the diverse cultures, races and creeds that inhabited different parts from the world. It can present you with some lifetime experiences, but all this does not arrive cheap. Traveling by air just isn’t an economical option every one of the time, unless you know the trick to discover cheap flight tickets. By reaping the benefit in the very best and cheapest airline travel fares which it is possible to uncover on the web, you can make a large difference to the travel expenses. “Where could I discover the cheapest airline rates?”, you might inquire. And that’s what we are about to tell you in this article.

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Valentine’s Day specials for your special someone

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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CORPUS CHRISTI —Are you the type that likes to go out on Valentine’s Day? Here are just a couple of suggestions of places in town that are holding some Valentine’s Day specials or events:

Harrison’s Landing: Make it a romantic sweet treat cruise on Harrison’s Landing and make your night even more intimate by reserving your spot for the sunset sail. The two-hour sail starts at 6 p.m. Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday and 6 p.m. Tuesday. The sail costs $99.95 per couple. Harrison’s also will offer a special Valentine’s Day set menu and drink specials running Friday through Tuesday. For more information call 881- 8503. Harrison’s Landing is located at 108 Peoples St. T-Head.Brewster Street Ice House: Sing along with your sweetheart at Brewster Street Ice House’s Sing-Along Piano show with a Valentine’s Day twist this Saturday. The restaurant will offer a special dinner and show package which includes tickets to the piano show, a three course meal, champagne and reserved seating. Ticket packages are $75 per couple. Deadline to make reservations is today at 5 p.m. For more information call 884-2739. Brewster Street Ice House is located on 1724 N Tancahua St.

Water Street Seafood Company: Treat your Valentine to steak and lobster at either Water Street restaurant. On Tuesday the restaurants will be having a 16 oz. sirloin steak and 4 oz. lobster for $32.50, blue crab stuffed drum for $22.99 and more fresh fish specials. Water Street Seafood Company and Water Street Oyster Bar are located on 309 North Water St. For more information call 882-8683.

Bleu Bistro: If you are looking for an intimate candlelit dinner, reserve your spot at Bleu Bistro next to the Havana club. Bleu Bistro will have a special four-course menu for $75 per person with a complimentary glass of champagne on Tuesday. To include wine with the meal is an additional $35. There will be two different seating times at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. To make reservations call 887-2121. Bleu Bistro is located at 500 N Water St.

Revelaires Dance: If you want to do something unique with your loved one take your sweetie to this Valentine’s Day dance, which includes lessons. The Revelaires Dance Club begins at 7 p.m. Saturday at Sokol Hall. Attire is dressy casual. Music will be by Reflections. Cost is $25 per couples in advance and singles are welcome. Free dance lessons at 6 p.m. For more information call 249-6518 or 850-8407. Sokol Hall is located on 5502 Kostoryz Road

Aren't boxed wines inferior to the bottled ones? In contrast a $100 bottle of wine may be quite a memorable experience. That's the best foolproof concept to protect your renown. Several brands coming from different vineyards in Australia are available for those who want to buy wine online. You can also get them in various designs. When you have more, really feel free to get hold of a much bigger sized wine cooler fridge or even a refrigerated wine cellar. Jeunesse is French for youth; as the label says it's French for youthful, flavorful, and fun. Wines have their own set of advantages and that is why they are considered the best among all kinds of alcohols.

By Robert Johnson, Editor

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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The European Union has established designations for food products that protect both the places of the food’s origin and the makers of the food.

Of course, all European countries benefit from these designations, but none more so than Italy, which has more products than any other registered as “PDO” or “PGI,” which we’ll explain here…

  • PDO (Protected Denomination of Origin)—
PDO identifies a product that is made, processed and produced in a specific geographic area that has been thoroughly surveyed.The PDO designation is applied to products from a particular region/country having features that are primarily or exclusively attributable to the geographic environment (including natural and human elements) and that are produced and processed within the defined area.
  • PGI (Protected Geographic Indication)—In this case, at least one stage of production or processing of the product takes place within the designated area. In addition, the product has a certain reputation.PGI designates a native product of the region/country whose qualities, reputation and features can be attributed to its geographic origin, and whose production and/or processing take place within that area (at least one stage of production must take place within the designated area).

There are many products in supermarkets and even specialty stores that have Italian names, but no real tie to Italy. By purchasing products with the PDO or PGI designations, you’re assured of authenticity—you’ll be putting real Italian flavors on the table.

Then pour a glass of Italian wine—or any good wine, for that matter—and you’ll be dining in style.

Source: ec.europa.eu/agriculture/quality

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Premium Wine Club Review – Want Ultra Exclusive Premium Wines to Impress?

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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The Premium Wine Club is a limited membership wine club whose members receive monthly or bi-monthly shipments of exclusive, ultra premium wines that are guaranteed to impress bot your friends AND your taste buds!

The Premium Wine Club Limited Membership is available here – restricted numbers only

You can specify if you wish to receive red wines exclusively or if you wish to receive a mix of 1 red and 1 white wine.

What I like about this club is that I can be guaranteed to receive the ultimate in wines so if I want to give this wine club membership as a gift to a valued customer I can be assured that they will be very impressed with the wines they receive.

Red wines normally will be Cabernet Sauvignons, Bordeaux blends, Shiraz/Syrah or Top grade Pinot Noirs, and white wines will be premium Chardonnays, Rieslings and Semillons. Air shipping is included in the monthly membership fee.

A few of the previously featured wines shipped to members of the Cellars Wine club were:

  • DeLille Cellars 2003 Chaleur Estate Red 95 Points Robert Parker
  • Ristow Estate 2002 Cabernet Quinta Pedras 93 Points Wine Enthusiast
  • Domaine Clape 2003 Cornas 93 Points Robert Parker
  • Domaine Zind Humbrecht 2002 Riesling Clos Hauserer 95 Points Robert Parker
  • Leonetti Cellars 2004 Merlot 94 Points Robert Parker

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Which Wine Club should I join?

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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Today there are many different types of wine clubs available for you to join. Some are based on wines from a particular area, some from a single winery, and others that offer a seemingly random selection of wines, often from multiple countries.

Some have a minimum purchase commitment, there are some that don’t, and there are some where you get a certain number of (usually) cases of wine per year, anything from 1 to 12 is common.

And then wine clubs differentiate themselves  further by the variety if wines that are available. Some clubs allow you to choose the mix of wines, some clubs choose for you.

And of course, there’s cost. Some clubs specialise in cheap wines, some inexpensive wines, some  are reasonable, some are very expensive. There’s a price point for everyone. One thing that most wine clubs have in common is that they offer a discount from retail, regardless of the price they charge.

So, how do you choose one for you?

Well, firstly, there probably isn’t only one club for you. There are likely to be several. The first thing to do is work out is what kinds of wine you like. Do you like only particular varieties, or only wines from a particular region? Or do you like any wine, as long as it is well made? Answering these questions will narrow your choices somewhat.

The next most important thing is how much you want to spend on a bottle of wine, and the related question, how much wine do you drink? If you only drink a little wine, say on special occasions, then you probably dont mind spending more per bottle. If you are like me, and drinka little wine with almost every evening meal, then you’ll want good wines that dont hit the hip pocket too hard.

The last question is, do you want your wine delivered automatically, or do you want to order more when you need it? If you want it delivered automatically, then you (generally) wont have to deal with the clubs sales people ringing you up to see if they can tempt you with their latest special. However, if you dont drink it, you may end up with more wine than you need. Not that this is a major problem – I can certainly come around and help you get rid of  it

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On the Town: Where to go, what to do tonight

Posted by on February 21, 2012 No comments

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Want to get out and make a night of it? Here are a few tips from The Chronicle’s Datebook staff on where to go and what to do around the Bay Area this evening.

Take your pick: Check out our mini-review of a recommended restaurant to try; a new movie to see; reviews and previews of live theater, concerts and more to attend; or someplace to go with the kids.

Bay Area theater

Body Awareness: Hot young New York playwright Annie Baker makes a brilliant local debut with Joy Carlin’s fine-tuned, 95-minute staging of her 2008 breakthrough comedy. Amy Resnick, Jeri Lynn Cohen, Howard Swain and Patrick Russell are hilarious and moving in the tale of a lesbian feminist couple coping with a son with Asperger’s syndrome and a politically incorrect visiting photographer. Through March 4. $30-$48. Aurora Theatre, 2081 Addison St., Berkeley. (510) 843-4822. auroratheatre.org.

Movies

Pina: Wim Wenders’ 3-D documentary about his good friend choreographer Pina Bausch re-creates some of the dance maker’s famous works. Moreover, he does it in 3-D, advancing the medium as a vehicle for serious filmmaking. Rated PG. 104 minutes.

Talks and readings

Adam Lashinsky: “Inside Apple: How America’s Most Admired – and Secretive – Company Really Works.” In conversation with Jessica Vacellaro. 6-8 p.m. Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., 2nd floor, S.F. commonwealthclub.org/events.

Classical concerts

Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Music Director Riccardo Muti leads his visiting ensemble in music by Schubert and Anna Clyne. 8 p.m. $15-$120. Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave., S.F. (415) 864-6000. sfsymphony.org.

Out to eat

Andalu: This restaurant opened in 2001 and was one of the early adopters of this style of small-plate dining. One dish that has remained a consistent draw for more than a decade is the Coca-Cola braised pork ribs ($11.50), salty, sweet and complex, served with the perfect foil: a white bean salad.

If you want to slow down, head for the Cambazola cheese fondue ($10.50) served with Fuji apples and Asian pears. The global menu also includes a California classic – a beet and arugula salad ($8.50) – along with miso-glazed sea bass in lettuce cups ($9.75), ahi tartare tacos (4 for $10) and a vegetarian tagine ($9.75).

The wine list is designed to go with all of this with more than 40 by-the-glass offerings.

The lofty 130-seat interior has a celebratory feel, as does the impressive bar and the open kitchen in back. The high ceilings open up the room and allow for a whimsical row of porthole windows resembling Champagne bubbles to dance across the tops of the walls.

Dinner nightly; weekend brunch. 3198 16th St. (at Albion), S.F. (415) 621-2211. andalusf.com.

Bay Area sports events

The Golden State Warriors end their recent home series with a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at 7 p.m.

Pop music picks

Asteroids Galaxy Tour: The hyperactive Danish pop outfit, featured in an iPod Touch commercial a few years back, returns with more kitschy pop with its newest release, “Out of Frequency.”

The Independent, 628 Divisadero St., S.F. (415) 771-1421. independentsf.com.

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