To help promote New Orleans and the Tales of the Cocktail 2008 in New Orleans,  held this year from July 16-20, 2008, we have an exciting contest to test your New Orleans and Tales of the Cocktail knowledge to win  packages filled with New Orleans and Tales of the Cocktail prizes. To read more about Tales of the Cocktail see "Tales of the Cocktail 2008."

The Grand Prize Winner will win a package that features:

1. Hotel Monteleone - 2 Night accomodation (double occupancy) * Some restrictions apply
2. Tales of the Cocktail Founder's Pass (allows you access to all the events during Tales of the Cocktail 2008) Value: $650
3. Café Adelaide Bar Chef Table - $150 gift certificate  
4. Zoë restaurant at W New Orleans - $100 gift certificate
5. $75 Gift Card for Lunch at one of the following: Palace Cafe, Dickie Brennan Steakhouse, or Bourbon House
6. "In the Land of Cocktails" by Ti Adelaide Martin and Lally Brennan 
7. Sagatiba Cachaça CD, Muddler, Bar Spoon, and more 
8. Party Basics for New Nesters book by Maria McBride  
9. Martin Miller's Gin Polo Shirt, Polo Hat, Boston Shaker
10. 2 Heering Cherry Liqueur Aprons
11. Leblon Cachaça T-shirt, muddler, and more
12. Fee Brothers measuring glasses
13. New Orleans Jazz CD
14. And so much More........

(To view a complete list of prizes please see TOC 2008 Contest Prize List.)

The Second Prize Winner will win a package that features: 

1. Harrahs or sister hotel in New Orleans - 2 Night accomodation (double occupancy) * Some restrictions apply: Must be used during Tales of the Cocktail 2008
2. 2 Passes for Gray Line Tours
3. 2 Passes for Aquarium of the Americas  
4. 2 Passes for National World War II Museum    
5. Sagatiba Cachaça CD, Muddler, Bar Spoon, and more
6. Martin Miller's Gin Polo Shirt, Polo Hat, Boston Shaker 
7. Leblon Cachaça T-shirt, muddler, and more
8. Party Basics for New Nesters book by Maria McBride 
9. New Orleans Jazz CD
10. Fee Brothers measuring glasses  
11. And so much more......

(To view a complete list of prizes please see TOC 2008 Contest Prize List.)

The Third Prize Winner will win a package that features:

Good-Luck to All!!

Tales of the Cocktail Questions:  

1. What is Tales of the Cocktail? a) Culinary and Cocktail Festival b) The name of a trendy bar in New Orleans c) The name of a cookbook for children

Question 1:      a b c

2. In what city is the Tales of the Cocktail held? a) New York b) Los Angeles c) New Orleans

Question 2:      a b c

3. When is Tales of the Cocktail 2008? a) June 16 - 20, 2008 b) July 16 - 20, 2008 c) August 16 - 20, 2008

Question 3:      a b c

4. At what hotel does the Tales of the Cocktail events take place? a) Waldorf=Astoria b) Windsor Court   c) Hotel Monteleone

Question 4:      a b c

5. What is the time of the Cognac and Armagnac, Understanding the Nuances of the Spirits seminar led by Debra Argen and Edward Nesta on July 17, 2008? a) 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm b) 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm   c) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Question 5:      a b c

6. Where is Rhum Clement hosting the Save the Daiquiri - www.savethedaquari.com a) Carousel Bar     b) Arnaud's    c) Antoine's

Question 6:      a b c

7. What is the name of the official alcohol free drink for the 2008 Tales of the Cocktail? a) The Big Easy    b) French Quarter Martini   c) NOLita Heat

Question 7:      a b c

8. The French Quarter is also known as: a) SOHO   b) NOLA   c) Vieux Carré

Question 8:      a b c

9. The Spirited Dinners for Tales of the Cocktail take place on what day? a) Thursday, July 17, 2008   b) Friday, July 18, 2008   c) Saturday, July 19, 2008

Question 9:      a b c

10. What is the meaning of the world "lagniappe"? a) A native of New Orleans   b) A little something extra  c) A special type of Creole sausage

Question 10:      a b c

Optional Questions:

1. Number of times you have been to New Orleans?      1 - 3 times More than 3 times Never

2. Number of times you have attended the Tales of the Cocktail?      1 - 2 times More than 2 times Never

3. What is your favorite section(s) of Luxury Experience Magazine? (select all that apply, press the ctrl key to select (click) multiple entries)      Destinations Hotels and Resorts Spas Restaurants Chefs Recipes Adventures Wine Cellar Liquor Cabinet Music Scene Luxury Products Fashion Arts and Antiques Travel News Events Awards Publishers Notes

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