TPF awards ceremony - 7th February 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IMamF9i1Rw

nac · Post by **nac** » 15:30 Tue 03 Jan 2023

Reconfirming for 7th Feb.

winesecretary · Post by **winesecretary** » 16:54 Tue 03 Jan 2023

I am in a meeting in Birmingham until 1600 but will aim then to hare back to town and join you all ASAP.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 13:33 Sun 08 Jan 2023

Great news - there will be at least one prize which only looks a little shoddy!
Also, please get your votes in. You don't have to be there to vote.
https://forms.gle/z1ExxDnyBsQ6t52t7

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 09:17 Wed 11 Jan 2023

For those planning on attending, please announce what you will be bringing. I will bring a Smith Woodhouse 70.

winesecretary · Post by **winesecretary** » 14:47 Wed 11 Jan 2023

I plan to deliver in advance a Delaforce 1970.

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 18:19 Wed 11 Jan 2023

I will give some thought about what to bring.

Doggett · Post by **Doggett** » 19:56 Tue 17 Jan 2023

Reluctantly it looks like I need to bow out of this auspicious occasion. It was 50/50 but is now complicated by the landslide on the tracks in Basingstoke meaning no direct trains from Weymouth to London and a significant reduction in services. I hope the spot gets filled but if there is still space nearer the time and logistics prove possible I would happily jump back in.

Zak x do you want me to vote regardless of attendance?

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 22:25 Tue 17 Jan 2023

No worries Simon. By the looks of it, there will likely be free spots remaining for a change of circumstance.
Please vote regardless of attendance. Same goes for all people viewing this.

M.Charlton · Post by **M.Charlton** » 21:08 Wed 18 Jan 2023

Just realised I’m not listed as an “online attendee”. Is it ok for me to attend virtually?

Justin K · Post by **Justin K** » 18:09 Thu 19 Jan 2023

I would also like to attend virtually and I'll be bringing, virtually, the best bottle of Port I can find

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 18:13 Thu 19 Jan 2023

I forgot about the online aspect. I will try broadcast the awards bit but believe it will be troublesome for engagement for the entire evening.

Again, please vote if you haven't. https://forms.gle/z1ExxDnyBsQ6t52t7

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 23:43 Fri 20 Jan 2023

Zak - I can bring my laptop and set up a teams call. If someone else can also bring a laptop or tablet we can set up one to one calls on each machine so Mike and Justin can each have their own virtual “seats” at the table.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 12:57 Sat 21 Jan 2023

Sure, let's try that. I was also considering whether we should just stream to YouTube given back and forth between a large in person group and those online will be tricky. Either way, I'll bring my laptop.

Doggett · Post by **Doggett** » 15:39 Sat 21 Jan 2023

I hope to watch/stream/participate on the night.

M.Charlton · Post by **M.Charlton** » 18:13 Tue 24 Jan 2023

Many thanks, Alex and Zak. Hopefully the tech will pull through on the evening!

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 21:17 Tue 24 Jan 2023

M.Charlton wrote: ↑18:13 Tue 24 Jan 2023 Many thanks, Alex and Zak. Hopefully the tech will pull through on the evening!

Thank us when it works...

You'll all be pleased to know that the prizes are ready; some being of far better quality than the others. Blame the manufacturer.

Also, please note that voting closes in one week so do get your votes in, even if you're not attending.

Will W. · Post by **Will W.** » 22:33 Tue 24 Jan 2023

I will bring a '60 Burmester in the hope that it will be new to some of those present. If another laptop is required, please let me know; I shall have one to hand in London.

uncle tom · Post by **uncle tom** » 12:25 Wed 25 Jan 2023

Unable to make Feb 7th alas..

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 12:26 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Only two days left for voting.
https://forms.gle/RhWVUdCc1XcS9ajr8

Please can those attending announce what they plan to bring and additionally choose their food selection https://davybars.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws ... g-Bars.pdf

winesecretary · Post by **winesecretary** » 17:46 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Hummous and Melba toast
Sirloin steak medium well with fries and green salad
Cheese

Delaforce 1970

CPR 1 · Post by **CPR 1** » 19:52 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Looking forward to this, can I please have;

Mac n Cheese
Sirloin steak - medium rare - please please bearnaise sauce, fries and green beans

I plan to bring W66

Will W. · Post by **Will W.** » 21:31 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Sirloin medium rare and green beans, please. No starter.

Post by **jdaw1** » 22:43 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Please: Mackerel; Chargrilled Surrey Hills sirloin steak 240g blue + fries.

Post by **jdaw1** » 22:44 Sun 29 Jan 2023

Do I need to make placemats? Are we sighed or blind?

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 08:31 Mon 30 Jan 2023

jdaw1 wrote: ↑22:44 Sun 29 Jan 2023 Do I need to make placemats? Are we sighed or blind?

If you would, placemats are greatly appreciated.
We are sighted.

Post by **flash_uk** » 14:42 Mon 30 Jan 2023

Many thanks Zac. For me:

Duck liver pâté
sirloin steak - rare with a fried egg
Fries
Green beans and shallots

And a Croft '70 will be appearing.

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 17:39 Mon 30 Jan 2023

No starter for me please.

Main course, a double portion of the (absolutely fabulous) Wild Mushroom & Tarragon Ragout vol-au-vent starter.

Port selection to be announced shortly. I just need to check that I can find what I have in mind...

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 17:49 Mon 30 Jan 2023

I have found the bottle I wanted to bring. I shall be bringing Fonseca 1963.

nac · Post by **nac** » 18:29 Mon 30 Jan 2023

Starter - Mac & Cheese
Main - Sausage & Mash (large)

Will bring a Graham 1960.

idj123 · Post by **idj123** » 19:09 Tue 31 Jan 2023

Will have my current usual, being:
Truffle mac n cheese
Sirloin steak (M-R) fries and green beans

Think I will bring a RV70.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 09:11 Wed 01 Feb 2023

Voting is closed. Many thanks for those who did.

I've removed Glenn from the in-person tasting given I havent heard anything about him flying over - I have added him to the online option for which I'll send a link shortly. Would someone be able to check with Tony if he is still keen?

forest26 · Post by **forest26** » 15:00 Wed 01 Feb 2023

Sorry, will have to withdraw - I am in Italy 7/2

Post by **jdaw1** » 20:04 Thu 02 Feb 2023

Placemats in first post

Unusually for me, I have been ill today. Flu-like symptoms; covid test was negative. I hope to be on sparkling form by Tuesday, but that cannot yet be certain. So I’ll order food on the night.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 20:36 Thu 02 Feb 2023

jdaw1 wrote: ↑20:04 Thu 02 Feb 2023 Placemats in first post

Cross checked the placemats with the posts and they look good to me. Would someone be able to print?

Glenn E. · Post by **Glenn E.** » 20:47 Thu 02 Feb 2023

akzy wrote: ↑09:11 Wed 01 Feb 2023 Voting is closed. Many thanks for those who did.

I've removed Glenn from the in-person tasting given I havent heard anything about him flying over - I have added him to the online option for which I'll send a link shortly. Would someone be able to check with Tony if he is still keen?

Yes, thanks. Flying over wasn't really an option due to work, but hopefully I will be able to join online!

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 00:10 Fri 03 Feb 2023

Just want to say I am really looking forward to this! It seems like ages since I was last at a Port tasting, even if it was only a couple of weeks.

Post by **jdaw1** » 19:48 Fri 03 Feb 2023

jdaw1 wrote: ↑20:04 Thu 02 Feb 2023Unusually for me, I have been ill today. Flu-like symptoms; covid test was negative. I hope to be on sparkling form by Tuesday, but that cannot yet be certain. So I’ll order food on the night.

Already significantly better. By Tuesday my form will be shimmering.

winesecretary · Post by **winesecretary** » 23:37 Fri 03 Feb 2023

Delaforce 1970 delivered this lunchtime to venue.

MigSU · Post by **MigSU** » 14:37 Sat 04 Feb 2023

Hmm...if there's an online option, I might just pop open something good and join in on the fun.

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 18:52 Sat 04 Feb 2023

So we can be prepared, could those looking to join online, please say which of the following you could use:

WhatsApp
Zoom
Facetime
Teams
Messenger
Something else (please say what)

Doggett · Post by **Doggett** » 19:13 Sat 04 Feb 2023

Alex Bridgeman wrote: ↑18:52 Sat 04 Feb 2023 So we can be prepared, could those looking to join online, please say which of the following you could use:
WhatsApp

Zoom

Facetime

Teams

Messenger

Something else (please say what)

I would like to join and have WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom (but not a subscription). don’t use the others but could explore if that is the desired route to the virtual participants.

MigSU · Post by **MigSU** » 20:04 Sat 04 Feb 2023

Alex Bridgeman wrote: ↑18:52 Sat 04 Feb 2023 So we can be prepared, could those looking to join online, please say which of the following you could use:
WhatsApp

Zoom

Facetime

Teams

Messenger

Something else (please say what)

I'm up for whatever, except Facetime.

Glenn E. · Post by **Glenn E.** » 21:53 Sat 04 Feb 2023

Alex Bridgeman wrote: ↑18:52 Sat 04 Feb 2023 So we can be prepared, could those looking to join online, please say which of the following you could use:
WhatsApp

Zoom

Facetime

Teams

Messenger

Something else (please say what)

I have Zoom and WhatsApp. Unfortunately I have a meeting from 11-12 Pacific and will need Zoom for that.

I can download whatever's necessary for the others except Facetime seeing as I use a PC.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 23:21 Sat 04 Feb 2023

Please can you pm me your email and I'll send a teams invite.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 09:52 Sun 05 Feb 2023

The other option is that we host a youtube live stream. I can play with it tomorrow when im granted access (takes 24hrs to approve). This will be surely the easiest for everyone to get involved with?

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 09:53 Sun 05 Feb 2023

akzy wrote: ↑20:36 Thu 02 Feb 2023 Cross checked the placemats with the posts and they look good to me. Would someone be able to print?

A semi-urgent nudge on this.

nac · Post by **nac** » 14:29 Sun 05 Feb 2023

akzy wrote: ↑09:53 Sun 05 Feb 2023
akzy wrote: ↑20:36 Thu 02 Feb 2023 Cross checked the placemats with the posts and they look good to me. Would someone be able to print?
A semi-urgent nudge on this.

I'll print.

akzy · Post by **akzy** » 16:59 Sun 05 Feb 2023

nac wrote: ↑14:29 Sun 05 Feb 2023 I'll print.

Legend. Many thanks Neil.

MigSU · Post by **MigSU** » 21:14 Sun 05 Feb 2023

What time are you aiming for?

M.Charlton · Post by **M.Charlton** » 09:05 Mon 06 Feb 2023

Alex Bridgeman wrote: ↑18:52 Sat 04 Feb 2023 So we can be prepared, could those looking to join online, please say which of the following you could use:
WhatsApp

Zoom

Facetime

Teams

Messenger

Something else (please say what)