Always buy from locally owned places if you can. We got a great deal from the wine store near us for our wedding sparkling wine (Dibron cava which is inexpensive and delicious) and they'll do way more for our community than a chain ever will.
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Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
lisah - Apr 13, 2018 11:10:39 am PDT #24381 of 30002
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Beverly - Apr 13, 2018 11:32:01 am PDT #24382 of 30002
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HBD, Tickybox!
Laura - Apr 13, 2018 12:34:31 pm PDT #24383 of 30002
Our wings are not tired.
Are we talking dozens or hundreds or thousands of people?
150? But I know in Florida in July beer will be more popular than wine. I may set up a spritzer bar for the wine.
Always buy from locally owned places if you can.
I was thinking that way too. We have a tiny liquor store that I often go to and the guys there are always very sweet. Just a couple days ago when I was getting a bottle of wine a very elderly lady was getting lotto tickets and then was walking off without her change and they chased her down. They got points from me for that.
-t - Apr 13, 2018 12:40:26 pm PDT #24384 of 30002
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration
Teen Tickybox! Hooray!
Seconding local winery - in my experience they'll be happy to help you figure out how much you need and have you taste to decide exactly what you want.
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That said, if you get down to the wire and just need a couple of cases of bubbly last minute, Costco will do just fine.
I'm watching season 3 of the Librarians (I don't know how I got so far behind) and am so tickled seeing Christian Kane say "I don't like vampires"
-t - Apr 13, 2018 12:42:26 pm PDT #24385 of 30002
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration
Spritzer bar is an excellent idea! As is tiny liquor store. Be sure and get something you like in case you end up with a lot leftover.
Calli - Apr 13, 2018 3:45:30 pm PDT #24386 of 30002
I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul—Calvin and Hobbs
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I'm glad the fundraiser did well, amyth!
A spritzer bar sounds fun. And for hot weather, I think the extra hydration's a good idea.
HBD, Tickybox!
Teen Tickybox!
Tickyteen? Happy birthday, regardless.
lisah - Apr 13, 2018 5:29:13 pm PDT #24387 of 30002
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Omg I would love a spritzer bar at a summer wedding!!!
aurelia - Apr 13, 2018 7:42:25 pm PDT #24388 of 30002
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I just randomly scored a ticket to see Cecile Richards talk tomorrow. Within walking distance from home, even. What are the chances that luck will carry over to the Hamilton lottery for the Sunday matinee?
Vortex - Apr 13, 2018 7:50:29 pm PDT #24389 of 30002
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman
So hive mind, I am in charge of wine and champagne for the wedding in July. Should I do this with a local booze place, or mail order? Costco? Any suggestions welcome. I think there are going to be a lot more beer drinkers than wine and the kids are getting a keg, but champagne should happen for toasts. Her parents already arranged the food. I'm thinking the day will be here sooner than anticipated.
I like to buy local. If you are buying for a wedding, you are probably buying in bulk, and your local guys can get you a good deal. That said, don't sleep on Kirkland brand booze. Always acceptable quality, and often better than your average name brand.
DebetEsse - Apr 13, 2018 8:10:52 pm PDT #24390 of 30002
Woe to the fucking wicked.
Yeah, we're using the Kirkland bubbly for our post-ceremony toast