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    Salud!

    Raise a glass to the ultimate wine experience at Houston's The Post Oak Hotel

    CultureMap Create
    May 12, 2023 | 12:40 pm

    Oenophiles, rejoice! The Forbes Five-Star Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston is bringing together 32 of Sonoma County's most prolific wineries for one incredible evening of tasting, learning, and toasting.

    The experts themselves – winery owners, wine makers, and grape growers — will be at The Post Oak Wine Experience on June 9 from 7-10 pm, held in The Post Oak Hotel Grand Ballroom.

    But you don't have to be a vino connoisseur to attend this extraordinary affair; all are welcome, regardless of one's familiarity with the world of wine. Whether you seek a romantic rendezvous, a convivial gathering among friends, or an enriching educational encounter, this event promises to be a soiree tailored to the discerning tastes of wine lovers and novices alike.

    "Sonoma is one of my favorite wine regions (even as a Napa native) and this exclusive event is a rare opportunity to taste through hundreds of wines that showcase the area’s incredible diversity and overall excellence,” says Keith Goldston, Master Sommelier.

    To further elevate the experience, guests can indulge in the culinary creations crafted by executive chef Jean-Luc Royere while being serenaded by live music. An impressive charcuterie board that spans the ballroom is one snack that's on the menu.

    The selection of wineries includes such renowned names as Kosta Browne, Kistler Vineyards, Silver Oak, Jordan, and 28 other esteemed participants.

    If you want to experience a taste of five-star accommodations following the event, The Post Oak Wine Experience Package includes overnight accommodation, two admission tickets to the event, breakfast for two, and a wine welcome amenity. You can book the package here.

    This is the second annual Post Oak Wine Experience event. Last year, The Post Oak Hotel welcomed the wine region of Rioja.

    “As a fifth-generation grape grower in Sonoma County, I appreciate getting out into different markets and sharing my family’s story and our wines," says Steve Dutton, co-owner of Dutton Ranch and Dutton-Goldfield Winery. "For this event at The Post Oak Hotel, we are really going big with some special wines that we are excited to pour. I am looking forward to being there with some of the best winemakers and grape growers from our region and showcasing everything we love about Sonoma County."

    Tickets for the event can be purchased here, and are priced at $195 per person. This includes admission to the event, unlimited wine tastings, food offerings, and complimentary event parking.

    Chalk Hill Winery

    Photo courtesy of The Post Oak Hotel

    Try hundreds of Sonoma County wines at the event.

    For more event details or to purchase tickets, please visit ThePostOakHotel.com.

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    Toast of the Town

    Celebrate Houston's culinary stars at 2026 CultureMap Tastemaker  Awards

    CultureMap Staff
    Feb 9, 2026 | 5:18 pm
    2025 CultureMap Houston Tastemaker Awards
    Photo by Daniel Ortiz
    The Tastemaker Awards return on April 16.

    If you love food and drink, this one's for you. The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards return this spring to celebrate Houston's top restaurant and bar talent — and you can get first dibs on discounted tickets right now.

    Join us April 16 at Silver Street Studios for our annual tasting event and awards ceremony. You'll indulge in delicious bites from top chefs, sip signature drinks, and be there for the big reveal of our 2026 Houston winners.

    This year in Houston, we'll present awards for Restaurant of the Year, Chef of the Year, Bar of the Year, Rising Star Chef of the Year, Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year, Dessert Program of the Year, Coffee Shop of the Year, Best New Restaurant, and our wildcard category, Best Sandwich.

    Our panel of judges — including past Tastemaker winners and local industry experts — selects all nominees and winners, except for the Best New Restaurant winner, which will be determined by our savvy readers in a heated online tournament.

    Stay tuned for the unveiling of the 2026 Houston Tastemaker Awards nominees, then get to know them all in our special editorial series leading up to the event.

    The annual CultureMap Tastemaker Awards program is as big as Texas. Mark your calendars for our full event series taking place this spring:

    • Austin — April 9 at Distribution Hall
    • Houston — April 16 at Silver Street Studios
    • Fort Worth — April 30 at Social Space
    • Dallas — May 7 at Astoria Event Venue
    • San Antonio — May 14 at the Briscoe Museum

    Ready to toast the Tastemakers? A limited number of First Dibs tickets are on sale now at discounted rates of $65 for general admission and $99 for VIP (includes early access to the event, dedicated bar, and more perks).

    More delicious details are coming soon, but don't delay. Grab your First Dibs tickets for Houston — and all of our 2026 events — before they're gone.

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    The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards ceremony is sponsored in Houston by Culinary Kahncepts, Shutto, NXT LVL EVENT, and more to be announced. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation.

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