About us
Hello fellow wine lovers!
We have been managing the group for over five years now and what fun it has been!
We are a group looking for members that truly want to become part of the family and share what life has to offer!
We do all sorts of different events so please do read the details on each event thoroughly.
Most of our events will either require a pre-payment as we will be purchasing tickets or paying venues directly.
Our casual small dinner reservation events will also require a pre-payment to hold your spot which will be refunded to attending members. This is an attempt to eliminate no-shows and have full capacity at our events. Some higher end venues will charge $50 to hold spots so I will increase the amount in those instances.
NOTE: In order to attend events held in private homes (cheese, chef du jour and the like) members must have attended three previous public venue events.
There is an annual fee of $15 to cover the $400 annual fees we incur from Meetup. After covering the Meetup Fees I promise I will spend every dime on items to raffle at events!
Upcoming events
23
- $75.05
Cheese of the Month & Wine Pairing: May!
Location not specified yetIn Pursuit of Cheese: This is the mantra of the Cheese of the Month Club!
Join us as we explore three rare cheeses paired with three wines and a welcome sparkling. Wine will not be known before the event! Cheese tasting notes will be paired with the most appropriate wine to accompany it.
I have joined the Rare Cheese of the Month Club. Additional cheese info and background will be provided the night of the event.
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Featured Cheeses - May 2026#### Schullsburg Creamery – Jack ‘n Dill
- Country:United States
- Cheese Texture / Type:Semi-soft
- Milk Type:Cow
- Cheese Age:2 months
#### Cacio de Roma
- Country:Italy
- Cheese Texture / Type:Semi-firm
- Milk Type:Sheep
- Cheese Age:30-60 days
#### Double Gloucester
- Country:England
- Cheese Texture / Type:Semi-firm
- Milk Type:Cow
- Cheese Age:60 days
Prepayment of $75.05 via the methods listed below, is required for this event. Your prepayment covers three cheeses, a welcome sparkling wine, three glasses of wine, and charcuterie/accompaniments.
No shows or cancellations that I cannot fill from the waitlist will not be refunded. Always a best practice to post a note in the comments section if you change your RSVP so we can do our best to fill your spot.
Event location will be announced to attending members the week of the event.
Note: I will be hosting this event in my home. Location will be disclosed to attending members the day before the event. Members must have attended at least three public events to attend.
Payment Methods
Venmo dkbvenmoaccount (last four of cell 2192)
Zelle dawna9999@yahoo.com (Eldringhoff)8 attendees - $16.10
Savor Sarasota - State Street Eating House - downtown
State Street Eating House, 1533 State Street, Sarasota FL, Sarasota, FL, US🌴Savor Sarasota runs June 1–14, where participating restaurants offer prix fixe menus—$45 for dinner (with some restaurants also offering a $25 lunch or optional wine pairings).
It’s a great way to try new restaurants—or enjoy favorites—at a set price.
👉 View participating restaurants and menus here:
https://www.visitsarasota.com/savor-sarasota-restaurants-menusJoin us for dinner at State Street Eating House.
This is a casual group reservation—there is no pre-selected food or wine pairing for the event. Choose from their entire menu, including their Savor. Settle your own tab directly with the restaurant the night of the event.🍽️ Menu:
🍷 Savor Sarasota Dinner Menu – $45
First Course (Choice of):- Chopped Butter Lettuce Salad
- Coconut Ajoblanco Soup
Second Course (Choice of):
- Wild Boar Bolognese
- Steak Frites
- Salmon
Third Course:
- Fried Bread Pudding
🚗 Parking
Street parking (mostly paid unless you know) and a paid parking garage nearby.🍸 About State Street Eating House & Cocktails
State Street Eating House & Cocktails is a modern Sarasota favorite known for its seasonal, ingredient‑driven cuisine and thoughtfully crafted cocktails. Housed in a beautifully restored historic space that once served as a neighborhood bakery, the restaurant blends old‑world character with contemporary culinary sensibility.The menu highlights fresh Florida seafood, responsibly sourced meats, and locally inspired flavors, all prepared from scratch with a refined yet approachable touch. Dishes evolve with the seasons, reflecting a commitment to quality ingredients and careful execution rather than trends.
The cocktail program is equally intentional—rooted in classic technique, elevated with fresh ingredients and creative balance—making the bar as much a destination as the dining room.Warm, stylish, and energetic, State Street offers an experience that feels elevated without being formal, honoring the building’s past while firmly rooted in today’s Sarasota dining scene.
💳 Reservation Deposit $16.10
To hold your seat, please send a refundable deposit via:
Venmo- Username: dkbvenmoaccount
- Last 4 digits of phone: 2192
Zelle
- Email: dawna9999@yahoo.com
- Last name: Eldringhoff
📝 Payment Notes
- Pay separately for each event (no lump payments or rounding)
- Include event name + date
- Refunds issued the weekend after the event.
- If your plans change, please update your RSVP and leave a comment so someone on the waitlist may join.
- No‑shows or late cancellations (barring emergencies) are non‑refundable
🍷Carefully crafted cocktails meet historic charm
6 attendees
Past events
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