I am always looking for recipes with wine as an ingredient. As part of the search, I contacted Chumeia Vineyards in Paso Robles, California and discovered more than recipes and wine.  Their website has many recipes on it. Most of the recipes are for pairing with their wines. You may want to check out their website for some scrumptious recipes.

As I was browsing the Chumeia Vineyards website, I also came across an event for for wineries in their area. On April 25, Chumeia Vineyards will be joining 30 other wineries to support the Woods Humane Society. The event is the 1^st Annual Wine 4 Paws. When visitors to Chumeia Vineyards purchase a bottle of selected Chumeia wine, one dollar will be donated to the Woods Humane Society. If you choose to sign up for a Whiskers & Paws Wine Club membership, the winery will donate $10. Be sure to check out the other participating wineries.

When I contacted Chumeia Vineyards about Wine 4 Paws, I discovered that Chumeia has an event every September for supporting their animal friends. This September will be the 3^rd Annual Cause For The Paws. The event includes food, wine, mobile dog adoptions and more. This event also benefits the Woods Humane Society. The event is scheduled for the September 12.

Many wineries support worthy causes. If you know of any that others would enjoy discovering, please email me.

Cheers, Kathy

PS: In the event of changes, always check with a winery about their events before you make your plans.