A Decatur mom writes in that Tastings has closed and that they have a “sign up on their door saying thanks for the patronage, but we are now closed.

Kelly confirms…

Despite our best efforts, we were not able to attract the business that we needed in order to stay afloat in this struggling economy.

Thanks to all the Decaturites who supported us and on behalf of Deb and myself, it was a pleasure to get to know those of you who frequented Tastings. Best regards.

All the best to Kelly and Deb.

There’s a rumor floating around this morning that Tastings: A Wine Experience is closing.

Owner Kelly Resignola tells DM the rumor is not true, and that she is grateful for the steady business they have been maintaining.

Sounds like a good reason to stop by for a drink.

Tastings’ Deb and Kelly write in…

Our customers have spoken and we have listened….for the new year we have lowered the tasting prices on all of our wines.  In addition, in recognition of the trying economic times we all find ourselves in, we have reallocated our inventory to concentrate more on the high quality yet reasonably priced wines.  Our current selection features over 17 wines by the taste for $2 or less and 24 wines under $10 by the glass.  Of course, we will still carry the mid to high end wines for those times when you want to indulge and taste a wine that would not be offered by the taste, or even by the glass, in a restaurant.

We will continue our weekly specials:  Monday – 1/2 price house wines and buy one get one free pizza, Tuesday – Trivia – $30, $20 and $10 tasting cards as prizes, Wednesday – $15 wine tastings, and Friday – $5 martinis and 1/2 price draught beer.

Kelly writes in with all the essential details for Tastings‘ New Year’s Eve shindig…

NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION AT TASTINGS, 6PM-til ? (RELAX – NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED)

Drink & Food Specials,$5 Glasses of Champagne, Champagne Toast at Midnight

For Every $50 Tasting Card Purchased, Receive a Ticket for Drawings:

Leanne Laine Art, 3 Pack of Wine, 1 Night Stay & Breakfast for 2 at Holiday Inn Decatur, and $100 Tasting Card

Hmm…those seem like some pretty substantial prizes with pretty good odds.  AND its within stumbling distance. Hmm.

Carl sends in a couple updates about 335 building businesses.

The first deals with the new Eyeworks in the 335 building…

The owners are from Manhattan and opted to open this business in our City due to its urban feel.  They consider themselves very fashion conscious and carry a variety of stylish frames.  For those passing by with their four-legged friends, the Optometrist’s wife bakes dog biscuits and are happy to share them with anyone that stops in.  They are also giving away multi-purpose contact lens solution to new visitors.  Their website is http://www.eyeworksdecatur.com/\

AND I forgot to mention that Eyeworks is offering a Grand Opening special of 25% off complete pairs of glasses (frames + lenses)

The second talks about Tastings new hours and latest offerings…

Like many local businesses, Tastings has also realigned their schedule.  Hours are now Mon-Wed 4PM-10PM, Thurs-Sat. 11:30AM-12AM, and Sun, 4PM-10PM.  They continue to offer $8 lunch specials (includes a soda) on Thursdays and Fridays from 11:30 to 3.  They are offering trivia on Tuesdays at 8 PM with the opportunity to win a $50 gift card.  They continue to offer half-price draught beer and $5 martini specials all day Friday and half-price house wine on Monday. Sign up for their newsletter to learn about weekly wine and beer tastings: http://www.awineexperience.com/newsletter.aspx