How to Partake in this Year’s BIG Game Across the Bay Area!


As the Bay Area plays host to this year’s “Big Game” Celebration, the first time since January 1985, excitement has already begun to fill the air.

For those flying in for the BIG Game, or even those residing in the BAY AREA, a few things to get AMPED UP for, and also plan for, even if you’re not attending this year’s game.

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San Francisco:

The City by the Bay will be playing HOST to a variety of activities in the week up to the Big Game:

  1. Super Bowl City Fan Village

Open Jan.30 – Feb.7, 2016 in San Francisco, Super Bowl City will offer activities for all families and fans of all ages. This fan village will showcase all the milestones leading up to the BIG 50, and its unique place in the Bay Area.

Certain cities will be showcased throughout the Fan Village including San Jose with their San Jose Pavilion:  a cultural space showcasing attractions and activities found only in San José.

In the Taste of Sonoma Lounge, wine will greet you, as over 50 wines will be available for pouring on behalf of Sonoma County (the official wine of the SuperBowl!)

Centered in Justin Herman Plaza, on the Embarcadero at the foot of San Francisco’s famed Market Street, Super Bowl City will feature family-friendly activities for fans of all ages. It will offer a fun – and free – way for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the extravaganza that is the sporting world’s biggest annual event.

Hours of Operation:

  • Saturday, January 30: 11AM – 10PM
  • Sunday, January 31: 11AM – 9PM
  • Monday, February 1: 11AM – 9PM
  • Tuesday, February 2: 11AM – 9PM
  • Wednesday, February 3: 11AM – 9PM

 

  • Thursday, February 4: 11AM – 9PM
  • Friday, February 5: 11AM – 10PM
  • Saturday, February 6: 11AM – 10PM
  • Super Bowl Sunday (February 7): 11AM – 3PM

A variety of events will be happening throughout the 1 week event including Opening Day: January 30, where the official re-lighting of the Bay Bridge Lights will help KICK OFF the festivities.

Including GREAT performances by many headliner artists:  Matt Nathanson, Chris Isaak, OneRepublic, Alicia Keys, and more.  A full Schedule of ARTISTS are showcased on SFBaySuperBowl.Com

 

2) NFL Experience

Over at the Moscone Center, the San Francisco’s conference center hub, plays host to the NFL Experience: Driven by Hyundai.
This interactive theme park will offer a variety of activities with the focus on the history of the game, and the fun atmosphere of the Big Game.
Some highlights include:
  • Interactive games so you can pass like a pro or take a shot at kicking a game winning field goal
  • The NFL PLAY 60 Zone for the youngest of NFL Fans
  • The opportunity for fans to meet some of their favorite NFL players of the past and present, including autograph sessions
  • The history of the game on display including the opportunity to get an up-close look at all past Super Bowl championship rings and a photo opportunity with the one and only Vince Lombardi Trophy
  • The NFL SHOP at Super Bowl, complete with the largest offering of official NFL limited-edition Super Bowl 50 merchandise and the latest in authentic NFL products

Hours of Operation:

  • Saturday, January 30:     10AM – 10PM
  • Sunday, January 31:       10AM – 8PM
  • Monday, February 1:       3PM – 10PM
  • Tuesday, February 2:       3PM – 10PM
  • Wednesday, February 3:  3PM – 10PM
  • Thursday, February 4:      3PM – 10PM
  • Friday, February 5:           3PM – 10PM
  • Saturday, February 6:       10AM – 10PM
  • Super Bowl Sunday (February 7):     10AM – 2PM

NFL Experience tickets will go on sale Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015

  • Ticket prices will be $35.00 for Adults and $25.00 for Children 12 years of age and younger.
  • Tickets will be available for purchase in advance on SuperBowl.com and through Ticketmaster.
  • A variety of discounts including Family Packs, Military, Group, Senior Citizen, and Fan Appreciation Day will be offered.
  • NFLXtra, which provides an expedited line to several of the NFL Experience elements, will also be available for purchase.
  • Keep checking back for more information and get ready to “Release Your Inner Football” at the NFL Experience!

For more information about ALL OF the Events Leading Up to the Big Game on Sunday, February 7 please visit: SFBaySuperBowl.Com

 

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Quirky, Fun Wine Gift!


Disclosure: I received a Capabunga Gift Package for Review Purposes.  All opinions are my own.

As a wine lover, I love a great wine gift  (related to wine) that makes me smile, makes me laugh, or ones that completely understand my wine humor.

So, when I received this amazing Capabunga Gift Set, it was SPOT ON PERFECT: The Capabunga Service & Storage Kit.

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It makes for a GREAT hostest gift, thinking about YOU gift, or a birthday gift!

But as a wine lover, I want to tell you the reasons why I love it:

  1. Brings FUN to Entertaining

wine-markers

They’re not just your typical wine markers.  They bring personality, and let your guests SHINE front and center.  As they come to you, let them choose the marker that represents them.  As they mingle around the party, their marker will EVEN make a great conversation starter.

 

2) Keeps my WINE Covered when Outdoors! or, if I ever have a bottle left over (hah!)

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I’ll be honest.  Those bugs sure love their wine (who doesn’t!) So, when indoors, outdoors, these caps come so in handy.  No need to worry as you savor your wine throughout the afternoon, put a cap on, and it’ll stay protected.

3) Keeps The Glassware Memorable

4) INCLUDES a CAP for SPARKLING (my favorite!!)

So many wine markers forget about the Sparkling wine, and for me, as a huge fan, is not acceptable.  I was so happy to SEE that Capabunga made sure to include it!  And it FITS over perfectly.

5) Blends RIGHT in with my other Wine Decor

Wine-Decor

It really does.  As I divulge more into my love of wine, it begins to filter into other parts of my life including how I decorate my home.  Having those perfect wine accessories to pair with my wine, and home are what make it so fun!

Retail: 29.95

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California Wine Events NOT to Miss in 2016!


Let’s FACE it.  California Wine has grown tremendously over the years, and lets be honest, so have the amazing WINE Events.  As you plan out the year ahead, make note of some of these fantastic WINE Events not to miss in the year ahead.

Please note that some of these events are still in the planning stages, so tickets may still not be available for purchase.  Put them on your list.

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January:

Winter in the Wineries Passport: Through February 7: Visit 14 of Calistoga’s Wineries all for 50 dollars!

Napa Valley Truffle Festival: January 15-18

Twomey-Cellars

February:

Anderson Valley’s Alsace Festival: February 20, 2016

Lodi’s Wine and Chocolate Weekend: February 13-14

February 25-27: ZAP’s Zinfandel Experience: The LARGEST Single Varietal Tasting Event for Zinfandel

March:

Sonoma County Wine Road Barrel Tasting Weekends: March 4-6 and March 11-13.

CabFest: March 4-6

Livermore’s Barrel Tasting Weekend: March 19-20

April:

Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival: March 31-April 3, 2016

Roy-Yamaguchi

May:

May 12-14: The Chardonnay Symposium: Pismo Beach and Avila Beach

May 13-14: Lodi ZinFest Wine Festival

May 20, 21, 22: Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival

May 20-22: Anderson Valley’s Pinot Noir Festival

Hot Air Balloon Classic

June:

Roll Out the Barrels: SLOWine: June 23-26

LA Wine Fest: June 25-26, 2016

July:

Livermore’s Taste Our Terroir Weekend: Dates TBA

Wente_vineyards

August:

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend: Last Weekend in August

Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival: TBA

September:

California Wine Month

A Weekend Trip to APPLE HILL (and the wineries!)

SAVOR the Central Coast: September 22-25, 2016

Cider-Tasting

October:

November:

Harvest on the Coast Weekend: SLOWine

A Wine Road: A Wine and Food Affair (a favorite of mine!)

Martinelli-Winery

December:

Livermore’s Holiday Open House Weekend

 

I’m sure there’s more EVENTS I may have missed.  If so, send me an email and I’ll be more than happy to add it in.  Cheers to 2016 and Happy Tasting!

 

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