Union Grands Crus 2023 Vintage Reveal is the premiere wine tasting of the year, held at New York’s Cipriani 42nd Street, featuring conversations with winemakers and owners of prestigious chateaus from Pauillac, Graves, Pomerol, Haut-Medoc, Saint Emilion, and more.
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Australian open 2026-Coco ‘slams’ but not in a Grand way in 1/4 final loss
Coco Gauff was defeated by Elina Svitolina in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, and in a fit of frustration, she slammed her tennis racquet on the concrete ramp leading to the locker room.
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How to Secure a $3,000 home remodel grant through Ezio Community Development
Ezio Community Development Services (ECDS) expanded its Home Remodel & Repair Program in January 2026, offering microgrants of $1,000 to $3,000 to low- and moderate-income homeowners in Joliet, Crest Hill, Romeoville, and Bolingbrook.
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Wine of the Week: Cava de Saumur Chenin Blanc from Les Plantagenets – $13
Cave de Saumur Chenin Blanc is a refined white wine from France’s Loire Valley, perfect for seafood, poultry, and cheeses, with a complex aroma of citrus, melon, and white flowers, and a history tied to the Plantagenet dynasty.
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Black USA tennis stars command attention in Australian Open first round
Black American tennis stars made a strong showing at the Australian Open, with Frances Tiafoe and Madison Keys advancing to the next round, while Venus Williams and Sloane Stephens were defeated in straight sets.
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African American Business Association MLK Celebration Day Brunch
The African American Business Association celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 97th birthday with a brunch featuring a panel discussion and the presentation of the 2026 Community Collaboration and Activism Award Recipients.
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Wine of the Week: Bergerac Duras Wines U.S. debut
Bergerac Duras Wines from southwestern France were celebrated in New York’s Lafayette Grand Cafe and Bakery with a master class and wine pairing lunch hosted by Sommelier Arthur Hon, exploring the unique character of the wines and their pairings with classic French and ethnic dishes.
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Wine of the Week: La Gatta Moscato d’Asti 2024 DOCG-$15 a low alcohol treat from Italy
La Gatta Moscato d’Asti DOCG is a naturally sweet, low alcohol wine from Italy, perfect for guests who don’t usually drink wine, and pairs well with a variety of foods.
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Wine of the Week: Mionetto Prosecco Brut-The sparkling wine for all Holiday Seasons-$14.95
Mionetto Prosecco Brut is a refreshing and affordable Italian sparkling wine with flavors of citrus, green apple, white peach and honey, perfect for any Holiday celebration.
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Wine of the Week: Grattamacco Bolgheri Superiore from Tuscany -$95
Grattamacco Bolgheri Superiore is a prestigious organic winery in Tuscany’s Bolgheri region, known for its Bordeaux-style red blends, featuring notes of dark berries, herbs, and earthy minerality, and is the perfect wine to serve with a Holiday Crown Roast, Herb Roasted Turkey or Classic Christmas Goose.
