Gary Fisch of Gary's Wine & Marketplace to be honored Sunday, June 7 as Craftsman of the Year 2009

Craftsman of the Year 2009

The Board of Trustees has selected Gary Fisch as our 2009 Craftsman of the Year. The eighth New Jersey resident to be so honored, Fisch was cited for his knowledge, dedication and promotion of wine appreciation, and for his support of community organizations. Gary Fisch has dedicated his life to learning all there is to know about wine. After many years of extensive study at the Sommelier Institute in New Jersey and at several Windows on the World wine courses, Gary began setting up wine seminars for restaurants and sales staff. In 1987, his love for and vast knowledge of wine lead Gary to partner with his brother Mark to open his first store. Located in Madison, this eventually became Garys Wine & Marketplace and has moved to a larger facility in town. Gary subsequently opened three additional stores in Livingston (since sold), Bernardsville and Wayne. In addition to his entrepreneureship in promoting the trades & crafts associated with wine, cheese and fine foods, Gary has been a steadfast supporter of charitable organizations and events in the communities where he lives and works.

Please join the Trustees, Staff, members and guests of the Museum as we honor Gary Fisch on Sunday June 7 from 2 to 4 PM. Tickets are only $35 which includes the reception, a wine lecture by Gary, and fine food and wine provided by Gary's Wine & Marketplace. NEW - tickets available online HERE! This will truly be a special event not to be missed. Space is limited to please be sure to buy your ticket today. All proceeds benefit the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts' Education Program for Children, which serves more than 7,000 children annually.

The Museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. Call 973-377-2982 Ext.10 if reasonable accommodations are required.

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May 27, 2009 - An Evening of Bourbon and Cigars - Free Admission

An Evening of Bourbon and Cigars - Free Admission

You are cordially invited to a Gary’s Wine & Marketplace special event on Wednesday, May 27th at Tiffany’s (73 Route 46 West, Pinebrook, NJ 07058) to learn about and taste some fine single-batch Bourbons including Baker’s, Bookers, Basil Hayden, Knob Creek and more.

And if this isn’t enough, John Conroy of Altadis will be there with some of his excellent cigars for all. The event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and admission is FREE.

As always, we look forward to seeing some familiar faces as well as some new ones.


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Bobbi's Hummus and Hoboken Eddie's Sauces and Marinades

This Saturday from 11-6pm, Gary's of Wayne is proud to feature Bobbi's Hummus

A Philly favorite for almost 20 years now, Bobbi's hummus empire is now in the hands of her son and his crew who whip up batches of the creamy spreads. You may have read about this chick-pea dip with a cult following on DailyCandy and Serious Eats, or you may have heard about it from adoring fans.

Now's the chance to taste it for yourself. And with a huge selection of flavors, including red pepper, black bean, and jalapeno, you'll surely want to bring home a few containers. We'll be sampling these flavors and more all day on Saturday, so stop by for a taste! Yummus hummus!

And what's a BBQ without your favorite Local BBQ sauce?

We've got Hoboken Eddie's Sauces and Marinades on sale for $6.99 in all three stores for the holiday weekend. Pour it on, spice-lovers!

Memorial Day and Wine Tastings

Memorial Day Festivities

You're looking forward to a long weekend outdoors with the fam and friends, and we're looking forward to getting you ready for it all! Time to dust off the grill, throw a checkered tablecloth on the picnic table, pop a cork and welcome the sunny season.

And Gary's has just what you need to get back into the summer groove, from BBQ sauce, chips, dips and spreads to a bottle or two to wash it all down with.

Wherever you're headed this weekend, be sure to stop by and see us along the way!

Memorial Day Hours are 9:00am - 5:00pm in all three stores.

Don't forget during the months of May and June,Gary's Wine & Marketplace is supporting the troops and will be collecting small items for Operation Jersey Cares for soldiers serving in the line of duty.
Gary's Wine & Marketplace is supporting the troops and will be collecting small items for Operation Jersey Cares for soldiers serving in the line of duty. Operation Jersey Cares mission is to help the troops overseas as well as the returning soldiers and Marines that have been wounded in combat. Donations will be accepted in all three stores.

Saturday Ramey Wine Tasting in Wayne, 12-4 pm




Join us in our Wayne store this Saturday as we welcome George Staikos of Ramey Wine Cellars at our tasting counter.

David Ramey has been known as one of the greatest winemakers of Sonoma County for years, with Chardonnays and Cabernets that top the charts year after year.

This Saturday, we'll taste some of his current releases of Chardonnays from several appellations as well as one of his classic Cabernets from the lauded Larkmead vineyard.

Saturday Wine Tasting in Bernardsville, 12-4 pm

2008 Domaine de la Sauveuse Rose, Cotes de Provence - A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault resulting in a fresh, minerally wine with wonderful red berry fruit. A great BBQ/Summer wine!

2007 Toad Hollow Francine's Selection Unoaked Chardonnay, Mendocino County - A crisp, fruity wine with a rich and balanced finish. Grill a piece of fish and pair it with this Chard.

2007 Cricklewood Pinot Noir, Sonoma County - A beauty from the excellent '07 vintage. One of our latest favorites with red fruit, good balance, spice, and just a yummy wine. BBQ something... Salmon would be great ... and pull the cork on this Pinot.

2006 Veramonte Primus (Cab, Syrah, Merlot, Carmenere blend), Chile , - A intense wine with dark fruit, spice, earth and a long finish. A great steak and this wine is a match made in ... well, Chile!

15th Annual Jersey Battered Women's Shelter Grand Tasting May 18th at 6pm at the elegant Pleasantdale Chateau

15th Annual Jersey Battered Women's Shelter Grand Tasting

The annual Jersey Battered Women's Shelter Grand Tastings XV takes place this year on Monday, May 18th at 6pm at the elegant Pleasantdale Chateau in West Orange. At this immensely popular event, guests will sample signature dishes prepared by local chefs and restaurants, wines and beers from Gary's Wine & Marketplace, and more. Approximately $150,000 is raised annually at this event to benefit JBWS.

For additional information or tickets call 908-781-8418.

May 16th Wine Tasting at Gary's Wine & Marketplace

Come on Out for a Taste or Two

Hey, have you noticed the sun’s out? Oh no wait, there it goes. Wait, wait, there it is again! Oh… gone again. Well, the sun is certainly trying to come out, so we can only oblige in joining it, right? Come on out and join us for on one of our weekend in-store tastings or upcoming sponsored events, and help us WILL summer to be upon us.

Saturday Wine Tasting at Gary's of Bernardsville, 12-4 pm

Vieux Papes Blanc - A floral bouquet marks this soft, fruity white from France.

2008 Arona Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand: A fresh, mineral-laden wine from the Marlborough region with notes of passion fruit and pineapple.

2005 Chateau Colin de Pey Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux, France: From the wonderful '05 vintage - A dark (yes there's some Malbec in there), earthy wine with dark ripe fruit.

2005 Chateau Roudier Montagne-Saint-Emilion, France: Another beauty from the 2005 vintage. This is soft, rich, with red and black fruit with a wonderful finish.

Saturday Wine Tasting at Gary's of Wayne, 12-4 pm

2005 Alpha Omega Chardonay, Napa Valley: A creamy, not too oaky/not too light Chardonnay with notes of tangy peach and citrus.

2007 Chateau Valcombe Rose, Cotes du Ventoux: Based on Cinsault with a little Grenache and Counoise playing supporting roles, this Rose is a very pale pink with a pretty floral bouquet, mineral backbone, and a dry finish.

2007 Casillero del Diablo Carmenere, Chile: One of our best buys in Carmenere from a recent run of consumer reports articles, this carries luscious dark plums, chocolate, coffee, and hints of spicy from the toasty American oak.

2005 Chateau Colin Colin de Pey Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux: From the wonderful '05 vintage - A dark (yes there's some Malbec in there), earthy wine with dark ripe fruit.