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Overlimit Fee: You will not be charged a fee for spending over your credit limit (now here is the kicker) “unless you agree to allow us to do so.” Of course I called them right away because you know they’re not making enough money from the HIGH interest rates and fees they are already charging us. Who was drinking at Chase? I for sure haven’t gotten drunk and stupid enough to give them a call and give my permission for them to charge me more fees then they already do. Who are they kidding!! ...And This Is Why We Drink™ Winewench and I attended the grand opening of Total Wine & More’s first store in the Las Vegas area. Located at 730 S. Rampart Blvd in the Boca Park Complex, Total Wine & More is a nationwide wine and spirits warehouse chain. As part of their grand opening, they are having a large wine, beer and spirits tasting session this entire weekend (03/05/10 – 03/07/10). We got there at about 2 pm, and the place was packed. They were sampling about 25 wines, 15 beers and 7 spirits. The wines ranged in price from about $7 a bottle to about $50 a bottle. I was pleased to see some higher-end wines being sampled, as I’m not willing to buy higher-priced wines unless I know I like it. As it was, we picked up three very nice ‘07 Pinot Noirs, one from ZD Wines, one from Bogle, and Meiomi, a Belle Glos “second tier” selection. Winewench loves Belgian Ales, and was very happy with the New Belgium Brewing Company Abbey a Belgian Style Ale that comes in single-serving bottles. I on the other hand went straight for the Samuel Adams Noble Pils. Total Wine & More also offers a large selection (they claim 1000 or more) of beer available by the bottle, with a discount when buying a mixed six-pack. We snagged some Fuller’s ESB and London Pride, but the Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA was on backorder. Overall we were very impressed with the setup, the customer service, and most importantly the price. We will definitely be going back, and are waiting for the promised store to open up in our neck of the woods. Until then, it’s worth the drive. ...And This Is Why We Drink™ (Las Vegas, Nev.) — The Village at Lake Las Vegas and Buckbean Brewing Company, the largest production microbrewery in Nevada, will host Brew’s Best Hand-Crafted Beer Festival Saturday, March 13, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Taster kits are available for $25, which include 30 sampling tickets and a souvenir tasting mug. All proceeds will benefit local charity New Vista Community. Confirmed breweries include: Barley’s Casino & Brewing Co., Chicago Brewing Co., Gorden Biersch Brewery, BMC Fine Spirits, Joseph James Brewery, Nevada Beverage, Tenaya Creek Brewing, White Pine Brewing Co., Stone Brewing Co., Bayhawk Ales, Coronado Brewing Co., Boulder Dam Brewing Co., Del Norte Brewing Co., Big Dog’s Brewing Co., Grand Canyon Brewing Co., Old World Brewery, Boiler Room Brew Pub, and the Southern Nevada Fermenters Union (SNAFU). Brew’s Best Hand-Crafted Beer Festival features live music and showcases craft beers from around the country served along The Village’s waterfront cobblestone streets. Attendees can also participate in an Intro to Craft Beer class, offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Villaggio Conference Center. Festival guests can enjoy a stay at MonteLago Village Resort instead of driving home. The Resort is complete with scenic balconies, full kitchens and living areas. A special Village Craft Beer Festival package is available online and includes an overnight stay and two passes to the event for $129, a 35 percent savings (plus resort fees and taxes). For more information on this event or to book a room at the Resort, please visit http://www.montelagovillage.com. To purchase taster kits in advance please visit http://www.newvistacommunity.org. For sponsorship information during any MonteLago Village event, please call 702-564-4785. ...And This Is Why We Drink™ |
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