April for A-Listers

by Paula Martinez

Calgary is home to creative chefs, innovative mixologists and a variety of talented industry members who offer exceptional experiences to Calgarians. There is no shortage of things to do, see and taste in the city, and Avenue’s A-List membership offers the best of the best.

A-List provides its members with insider access to exclusive experiences ranging from private dinners, intimate parties and secret tastings. The experiences are designed to be hassle- and worry-free, so members can simply enjoy. A-Listers use their A-Dollars towards experiences of their choice, and the rest is taken care of.

A-List events are exclusive and often limited, meaning they sell out rapidly. In April, members who acted quickly will enjoy sold-out offers such as a seat at Calgary’s beloved restaurant Rouge’s 25th anniversary — where they will indulge in a delicious multi-course meal prepared by a trio of star chefs — tickets to the opening of Theatre Calgary’s Doll House and a first look (and taste!) of FinePrint’s upcoming seasonal dishes.

You, too, can be among those who get first pick at upcoming events. A-List memberships come in three tiers, with higher-tier members getting earlier access, 48 hours in advance. Plus, A-List now also has a corporate membership option, perfect for organizations and groups looking for elevated experiences. Corporate members get the 48-hour advance notice for upcoming experiences, unlimited guest invites, exclusive invitations to VIP events and recognition in Avenue‘s masthead in each issue. Make sure to check out A-List’s membership tiers and choose the best for you.

Still available this month, members can enjoy a wine tasting at City and Country Urban Winery.

Taste and discuss 10 wines alongside the award-winning winemaker, Chris Fodor, at City and Country Urban Winery on April 25. The two-hour wine cellar experience offers a behind-the-scenes look at the wine-making process as well as samples of unreleased and in-progress wines directly from the tanks. Best to come with a little bit of an appetite, the wines are perfectly paired with charcuterie and cheese fondue. A-Listers get to bring a complimentary bottle home and get 20 per cent off any additional wine purchases.