Ottawa offline with DoktaP!

I wouldn't mind seeing both of you again. I might be able to come so put me down as tentative for now.

If out of towner are welcome, of course.

Geez, I'm feeling as popular as Neil Sedaka at a rave.
Thanks Bman.
I await any specifics about venue, food, and wine.

I can't find any posts from Neil. Is he registered on this forum?

I'm in town (Montreal) a weekend early.

Sorry to miss the opportunity to see you both. Next time.
Have a great evening!

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Originally posted by DoktaP:
Geez, I'm feeling as popular as Neil Sedaka at a rave.

I think that came out wrong.

I would love to see both of you again!!(obviously)

Welcome?! We're counting on some out-of-towners (maybe we'll finally find time to solve each other's problems! )

I was thinking that it might be fun to make the theme any mature/aged wine, say 1998 or older, rather than a varietal or appellation theme. What do you think?

I'm in for sure, but I may have to bail out last minute, depending when new baby decides to pop out (wife's due date is April 1st).

Congratulations

Thanks
but after this baby, *snip*snip*

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after this baby, *snip*snip*

Be sure to have a bag of frozen peas handy for when you come home from the clinic.

Participants to date:

Dokta P - 1 (with continuing hopes for 2! )
bman - 4
carriedca-1
a Product Consultant to be named later - 2
mimik - 1 (tentative)

My urology friends suggest frozen corn (not peas). It's called, "corn on the knob".

Sorry, couldn't resist!

So you are assuming it is he that will be the snipee?

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Originally posted by DoktaP:
My urology friends suggest frozen corn (not peas). It's called, "corn on the knob".

Sorry, couldn't resist!

Can I get in on this dinner? My better half has a commitment so I would be solo. I'm sure I could help influence Mimik's "tentative" also.

Been there, done that, just about a year ago. No need for peas, for me.

However after he finished the Doc said I might want to just sit around for 40 minutes of so. I said 'no problem, I feel fine' and walked out. About 20 minutes later, driving home, I felt a very serious need to pull off the road and just put the seat all the way back and chill, sure to pass out any minute. I DOES pass, but holy smokes, just be prepared for your body to react a little after the deed is done.

Speaking of male sterilization and turning family models into sports coupes, I'm happy to see that there is some interest in the Ottawa offline.

I trust Bman will find a very suitable venue for all to enjoy. Any thoughts on theme? I await with interest and look forward to seeing everyone.

I see the TWC still remember our last trek to Ottawa in March, and shy about committing. Wimps, I tell you! C'mon gents, don't let the talk of vasectomy scare you off. Have some.....
you know!

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My better half has a commitment so I would be solo

It will definitely be a much less classy affair without J, but it wouldn't be an Ottawa offline without Steve8 and Mimik!

Dok, I suggested above that the theme be any mature/aged wine, say 1998 or older. What do you think? I'm happy to go with the flow if anyone has other ideas.

Also, while we have seen record snowfall this year (over 9 feet so far, the second largest snowfall ever and going for number one!), it has to stop sometime (please God, please.... ) and most years the snow stops falling by the end of March.

Ok I'm in. With a stellar cast like Dokta, Bman and others, I wouldn't want to miss it. Already have a bottle lined up. A 1998.

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Ok I'm in

Excellent!

BTW, I don't mind if this is a smaller gathering than usual, but as always, all are welcome.

As for wines, I'm ready to bring a port (no, really? ) if anyone thinks that a good idea.

1998 or older is fine by me. Port with some nice cheeses for dessert sounds good.

It'll be nice to see Mimik, steve8, and the Ottawa crew. "Size doesn't matter", where did I hear that before?

Looking forward to seeing y'all.

Updated participants list:

Dokta P - 1 (with continuing hopes for 2! )
bman - 4
carriedca-1
a Product Consultant to be named later - 2
mimik - 1
Steve8 - 1

Dok - we'd need at least 14 to cover the minimum at Beckta, which is another reason I'm looking elsewhere. If you have your heart set on it, let me know and I'll try to reserve it (you know I like it a lot too) but we're trying another BYO place tomorrow night.

Bman,
I feel no strong affiliation with Beckta or any other restaurant in Ottawa. Feel free to book anywhere you desire.

If there is room for more out-of-towners, I'm in.

After chatting with steve8 this past weekend, he 'helped me realize' that this shindig is MARCH 29, NOT Feb. 29 (I suppose it would help to READ the posts correctly ).

Spoke with D and we're thinking an Ottawa offline on this date sounds pretty good, indeed.
If still room, count us in! (2).

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Originally posted by KSC02:
After chatting with steve8 this past weekend, he 'helped me realize' that this shindig is MARCH 29, NOT Feb. 29 (I suppose it would help to READ the posts correctly ).

Don't worry about it KSCO2. You aren't the only one who does read his posts or emails carefully.

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Originally posted by Mimik:
Don't worry about it KSCO2. You aren't the only one who doesn't read his posts or emails carefully.

I know Mimik, but ONE of us is ENOUGH!

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Originally posted by KSC02:

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Originally posted by Mimik:
Don't worry about it KSCO2. You aren't the only one who doesn't read his posts or emails carefully.

I know Mimik, but ONE of us is ENOUGH!

Add two more also if there's still room !!

This is really shaping up to be quite an offline.

It'll be great meeting members of the MWP again and seeing old friends.

Looking at the numbers, are we looking at 2-3 separate tables and each bring their own, or should we bring 2 x 750mL or magnums. Personally, the former may be more practical since otherwise, the pours are miniscule.
What say ye Bman?

I put our current headcount at 12, which we could probably manage with one table and one bottle per person, as we'd each get two ounces. Last time, we were more (16 I think?) and I invested in a bunch of those nifty plastic automatic one-ounce pour things that are used for spirits and liquers, but I agree that one ounce is pretty small. If we get above 12 people, we can decide then how to proceed.

I've been in touch with a couple of restaurants which I've heard are good. The websites are here:

http://www.foundationrestaurant.com/foundation.htm

http://www.bocado.ca

I've asked for a flat-rate for corkage and menu ideas, and will post again once I have them.

Here's an updated participants list:

DoktaP - 1 (with continuing hopes for 2! )
bman - 2
carriedca-1
a Product Consultant to be named later - 2
mimik - 1
Steve8 - 1
Impulse - 2
KSC02 - 2
Vinaigre - 2

Isn't that a head count of 14 or is the new budget reducing it to 12? Must be inflation.

Indeed! I'm home sick today with a massive headcold, and have apparently lost the capacity to count to 14.....

I will be only 1... That reduces the headcount to 13.

Understand the theme: Aged wines (1990's or earlier). Are we declaring or serving blind, mates?

Can you add 2? myself and my hubby, unless there is a major snowstorm we would love to come

Thanks and if I'm correct the wine year is 1998 or earlier?

Miss Margaux,
We'd be honoured to have you and your spouse. It will be a pleasure to finally meet you. Hmmmm, now I might have to go deeper into the cellar with all these esteemed attendees.

KSCO2,
Do you have anything in mind? Since this is my "year", I'd be happy to share something you'd be interested in.

Dokta, I'm never at ease making suggestions like that.

This is, indeed, your year though, and D will be with me. So my (2) selections are a 1991 Cali Cab I've had but never consumed, and a 1986 or 1988 Bordeaux. Just not quite decided yet.

Hi, thanks for including us and it's our honour to finally meet you and attend. I will do my best to bring a couple of good bottles.

Is this blind or are we going to tell what we are bringing? I have not decided yet

Also please advise if we are each bringing Porto? I'm a bit confused.

I am happy to bring whatever is requested as long as I know what everyone else is doing

Bman,

Interesting questions. Blind vs. non-blind?
Surprise or declare? Ports? How many?

Judging by the number of responses, and now that we're up to close to 16, do you think we should have 1 large table, or 2 smaller ones? Personally, the smaller tables work well, providing everyone is open to sharing things that are deemed "exceptional". Otherwise, the pours are miniscule.

Inquiring minds are interested.

KSCO2-leave it to me and I'll try to come up with something of interest.

Just let us know what time and where and what to bring.
I've booked our hotel so we are all set to go.