TIME TO HIT THE BOOKS FOR “WINE UNIVERSITY” AT MAS

Chicago, IL (March 2005)-MAS, located at 1670 West Division, continues its successful Wine University program, a series of semi-comprehensive wine classes covering wines and spirits from all over the world. Led by Executive Chef John Manion, Wine University is held the last Thursday of every month, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

MAS captures the true soul of Latin culture in a contemporary environment. With its own unique style of "Nuevo Latino" cuisine developed by Executive Chef John Manion, MAS radiates with the authentic flair and flavor of the Latin landscape. At once embraced by the restaurant’s thriving energy, guests enjoy an unparalleled experience filled with upbeat music, knowledgeable staff, stellar service and an extensive menu melding the mosaic tastes of our neighbors to the South.

Limited to 30 people, the intimate Wine University program includes an educational seminar, followed by a five-course dinner featuring complementary food and wine pairings, plus printed materials covering the topics discussed. Classes, priced at $50 per person (including tax), are held the last Thursday of every month, beginning at 7:30 p.m., at the restaurant.

Wine University Schedule

March 31, 2005 Tempranillo – Rioja
April 28, 2005 Pinot Noir
May 26, 2005 Tequila
June 30, 2005 Chardonnay
July 28, 2005 Sparkling
August 25, 2005 Chile Fest…White varietals, spicy food
September 29, 2005 Rose
October 27, 2005 Malbec

If you can’t make it to "Wine University" on the last Thursday of every month, come to MAS, on the following Tuesday, for a recap of the previous week’s "Wine University" accompanied by a three-course prix fixe meal. The meal, priced at $40 per person (including tax), will feature dishes created by Executive Chef John Manion to complement and showcase each wine.

MAS also wants you to enjoy Wine University a second time, this time without all of the studying! Scheduled for the Tuesday following each Wine University, MAS offers a prix-fixe dinner highlighting three of the wines featured at the previous week’s program. The meal is at $40 per person (including tax).

MAS is open for dinner Monday through Thursday, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5:30 to 11:30 p.m.; and Sunday, 5:30 to 10 p.m. Brunch is served Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Private party space is available and valet parking is offered nightly. To make reservations, please call 773.276.8700; for information, visit www.masrestaurant.com