The Allison Inn & Spa Celebrates Women’s History Month

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Briauna Skye McKizzie, GoLocalPDX Contributor

Allison Inn

“The Allison Cuvée Weekend by design celebrates the best local artisans and winemakers of our valley and beyond." Photo Credit: The Allison Inn & Spa Website

This Saturday and Sunday, Newberg's The Allison Inn & Spa celebrates Women’s History Month during its Cuvée Weekend.

The Cuvée Weekend is a first-class package that applauds notable women in the food and drink industry.

Some of the women featured this weekend are Tamara Murphy and Kristen Murray, brewmaster Veronica Vega, and winemakers Pat Dudley, Maggie Harrison, Luisa Ponzi and Lynn Penner-Ash. Angela Teta, a celebrity mixologist, will also be present.

During the course of the weekend, guests enjoy two breakfasts at JORY, accommodations in deluxe king rooms, and a Friday night Cuvée Stroll tasting. On Saturday, there will be a guided tour that includes a culinary demo, an “intimate conversation” led by Liz Crain (author of Food Lover’s Guide to Portland), and a dinner prepared by executive chef Sunny Jin.

“The Allison Cuvée Weekend by design celebrates the best local artisans and winemakers of our valley and beyond. What better destination to celebrate our shining female culinary and drink artisans than in the Allison’s unique setting in the lovely hills of the Willamette Valley,” said Pierre Zreik the managing director of Allison Inn & Spa.

Click here to purchase packages.

The Allison Inn & Spa, 2525 Allison Lane, (503) 554-2525. Friday, and Saturday, March 20th and 21st, events begin Friday at 4pm.

Homepage Photo Credit: The Allison Inn & Spa Website

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