VIC & ANTHONY'S and VIBRANT RIOJA Celebrate Wine, Tapas and Art in NYC on Thursday and Friday, October 11th and 12th by Philip S. Kampe

Ana Fabiano is the world's leading authority on the Wines from Rioja. Her new book, "Wine Region of Rioja" and first New York City book signing event will take place from 5-8pm on Thursday, October 11th at the world famous VIC & ANTHONY'S steakhouse, located at 233 Park Avenue South at 19th street,near Union Square.
Wines from Rioja will be served and paired with a tasting menu that includes oysters, clams, octopus, duck and smoked beef tongue. The wines that will be served include 2005 Beronia Gran Reserva; 2007 Muga Reserva; 2011 Muga Blanco; 2010 El Coto Blanco; 2008 Palacios Remondo Paltet Valeomelloso and 2005 Marques de Riscal Gran Reserva.
On Friday night, October 12th,from 5-8pm, VIC & ANTHONY'S and Vibrant Rioja will host contemporary Spanish artist Luis Burgos and his new exhibition, "The Mirror and the Soul". Wines from Spain paired with Smoked Mussels, Stuffed Calamari, Braised Goat Belly, Iberico Ham and Shrimp Stuffed Piquillo Peppers will be served. The free flowing wines will include: 2005 CVNE Imperial; 2005 Dinastia Vivanco Reserva;2001 Bodegas Riojanas Vina Albina Gran Reserva and 1998 Bodegas Riojanas Monte Real Gran Reserva.
Both nights will be memeorable and worth a cisit. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND these events to all that love Wine, Tapas and Art.
Tickets are $75 per night or $130 for both nights plus tax and gratuities.
Call ERIC at (212) 220-9200 or e-mailEric at:Eostrow@ldry.com

PHILIP S. KAMPE