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Owner and senior wine instructor Dani Cross created VinBoutique with a mission to introduce palates to the best French wines. A certified level-III sommelier, Cross personally travels to France to hand-pick vintages from small production companies and develop relationships with local vintners, ensuring her customers enjoy a collection of reds, whites, and bubbly that is exceptional not just in craftsmanship and taste, but also in value. "By tasting my wines, you can actually hone your palate way quicker because [the wines are] technically correct" in the way they are selected, shipped, and stored, she says. "If you're not tasting something that's proper, you won't know what chardonnay is supposed to taste like." A strong belief that wine should be enjoyed and shared with others inspires VinBoutique's tasting classes, where Cross and other wine experts share insights into different varietals, food pairings, and wine-making techniques. Using an approach designed to be both fun and unintimidating, Cross also includes a question-and-answer section, as well as easy-to-follow tasting notes, making her classes accessible to everyone from the casual wine fan to the connoisseur who can uncork a bottle using only their mind. As Dani continued to try new wines and savor her favorite French vintages, she became dismayed. Often, the wines she bought had been stored improperly or for too long, destroying the bouquets and noses that she loved. "Born of frustration, I decided to start my own [wine boutique]." And thus she curated a selection of French wines for VinBoutique. "By tasting my wines, you can actually hone your palate way quicker because [the wines are] technically correct" in the way they are selected, shipped, and stored, she says. "If you're not tasting something that's proper, you won't know what chardonnay is supposed to taste like." In addition to bottles of red, white, and bubbly, Dani and a team of instructors offer wine classes suitable for everyone from the casual wine fan to the connoisseur who can uncork a bottle using only their mind. Each class comes with notes and take-home materials, and is taught by a teacher who can both go into great technical detail or give thorough overviews so that student's don?t "get cross-eyed."

Enjoy a drink and a sample of small plates at Emilie's. Diet schmiet! Catch a break from low-fat fare at Emilie's, where low-fat options aren t an option. The drink list at Emilie's has everything you need to complete your meal (and your night out). Happy hour at Emilie's is filled with deals and steals. Don't stay inside on a beautiful day! Come sit on the patio at Emilie's and order great food. Emilie's can provide comfortable seating options for parties of any size. Weekends can get packed, so take advantage of the restaurant's reservations. Emilie's tosses the jacket-and-tie dress code convention in favor of a more casual dining experience. Bring your car to dinner and easily find a space in the area — street parking is available, as is a nearby lot. Meals at Emilie's are affordable, with the average tab amounting to about $30 per person.

A hardcore runner might laugh at the idea of a race that's only five miles long??until they realize the course has more than 25 obstacles designed to challenge the runners' physical and mental strength. That's the Siege Race, an event designed by elite law enforcement to help athletes feel more courageous and confident in their abilities. The obstacles include everything from scaling walls and inclined monkey bars to challenges such as climbing cargo nets and carrying weighted poles. Participants aren't required to conquer each obstacle, but those wanting to give it their best try can sign up for pre-race training events where trainers help runners practice on the actual obstacles.

Hankering for a side of fries? Try the grub at Elk Mountain Brewing, a tasty restaurant serving American-style fare. You won t find fare that s low in fat here Elk Mountain Brewing is the perfect place to indulge. Large groups will appreciate Elk Mountain Brewing for its ability to seat them quickly. Diners who appreciate a no-frills environment come to Elk Mountain Brewing in jeans and a hoodie. Drivers will embrace the parking lot located next door to Elk Mountain Brewing. No matter what you choose off the menu at Elk Mountain Brewing, you won't completely break the bank with prices averaging around $30.

Jessica Pickering brings more than 12 years of horse-showing experience to each hunter, jumper, and eventing lesson she conducts. Using the tenets of dressage as an overarching theme, Jessica starts students off with flat lessons that focus on horizontal riding techniques before moving on to vertical jumps and activating the horse wings for aerial flights. Once students are comfortable galloping with their steed, they can begin jumping and competing. Each class takes place on the saddles of Venus and Miss Roulette, two highly trained horses that are great for beginners and kids.

The staff at 20 Mile Crossfit hail from a variety of fitness backgrounds. They push participants of all skill levels to pursue healthier, stronger, and more mentally tough lifestyles. Through everyday movements, clients can improve muscle strength, agility and flexibility in workouts that fit into busy schedules.