April 2012 Food & Wine Events Calendar
Seasonal
Tip:
Watch
for spring crops of STRAWBERRIES to
start debuting in markets this month.
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April 5-7
Vail, CO — 22nd Annual Taste of Vail |
The Taste of Vail is in its 22nd year. During this three-day event, thousands of guests will have the opportunity to experience Vail Valley and Colorado's world-class restaurants with fine wine poured by winemakers and winery owners from around the globe. Also participating will be a collection of world-class chefs. Other activities include interactive seminars, après ski tasting, the Colorado Lamb Cook Off and the popular picnic extravaganza at the top of Vail Mountain. The numerous wineries selected to pour their premium wines include: Calera Wine Company, Champagne Henriot, Gloria Ferrer Champagne Caves, JUSTIN Vineyards and Winery, Neal Family Vineyards and others. Proceeds from the Taste of Vail go to various charities in the Vail Valley. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 970-926-5665 or visit www.tasteofvail.com. |
April 12-15
Sarasota, FL — 22nd Annual Florida Winefest & Auction |
The 22nd annual event includes numerous activities such as winemaker dinners in private homes in Sarasota and Manatee county; a tasting brunch and charity auction; wine seminars throughout the city; Titanic Dinner, a limited-seat event that re-creates the dinner served the night the ship faced its end, and "Beach Feast," a dinner and wine tasting overlooking the magnificent Gulf of Mexico. This event has awarded over $7.5 million in charitable grants throughout the years, with proceeds benefiting various children's charities. Visit www.floridawinefest.com or call 800-216-6199 for more information and reservations. |
April 12-15
Pebble Beach, CA — Fifth Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine
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This four-day gastronomical event will bring together distinguished wineries and chefs from around the world to the coastline of California for a variety of luncheons, dinners, cooking demonstrations and wine tastings. Experience delectable meals and exclusive cooking demonstrations from a variety of world-class chefs. The event includes 20 celebrity chefs and 125 wineries in a selection of luxurious venues throughout scenic Pebble Beach. Highlights of the event include the Lexus Opening Night Reception at The Inn at Spanish Bay, and a series of decadent five-course meals prepared by world-renowned chefs. For information and reservations visit www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com or call 866-907-3663. |
April 14
Carmel, CA — Château Julien Vintage Affair |
The barrel room doors at Château Julien will swing open for a day of specialty wine tasting with library wines, vertical tastings, Estate Vineyard vintage displays, large format bottles and much more. Select vintages and limited editions will be available for tasting and purchase this one day of the year. Come enjoy the winery's sixteen acres, the Carmel Valley mountains and lush green valleys. Tickets cost $15 per person and the event lasts from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Château Julien Wine Estate, 8940 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA 93923, 831-624-2600. For more information, visit www.chateaujulien.com. |
April 17-22
Scottsdale, AZ — 34th Annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival |
Foodies and culinary connoisseurs flock to sunny Scottsdale year after year to attend this long-running Southwestern festival celebrating the art of good food and wine. Now in its 34th year, the festival kicks off with the Friends of James Beard Dinner, featuring winners of the prestigious award who will demonstrate their talents in a collaborative multi-course dinner hosted by The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. The diverse roster of events also includes the "On the Rocks" cocktail events showcasing the latest in mixed drinks, Bubbles and Bliss — a chic tasting event featuring bubbly and Asian cuisine from Sushi Roku — at the W Scottsdale, and the Wine Country Brunch. Bringing the festivities to a delicious end is Best of the Fest, a five-course wine-paired dinner created tableside by some of Arizona's best chefs, to be held at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa. For individual event prices and tickets, visit www.scottsdaleculinaryfestival.org, or call 480-945-7193. |
April 19
Boston, MA — Taste of the Nation |
Taste of the Nation gathers more than 70 local restaurants and more than 30 wineries and breweries to donate their food, beverages and staff for one tantalizing night of gourmet fare and palate-pleasing wine at a tasting for the public. Boston's top chefs joining in on the event last year included Andy Husbands of Tremont 647, Jody Adams of Rialto and Gordon Hamersley of Hamersley's Bistro. All proceeds from ticket sales go to Share Our Strength, an anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization. Participants can purchase VIP Admission for $150 or General Admission for $95. Taste of the Nation Boston, Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02115. For ticket information, call 617-774-1321 or visit www.strength.org. |
April 21
Templeton, CA — Sixth Annual Earth Day Food & Wine Festival |
At the sixth annual Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, indulge in seasonally-based dishes, taste from more than 150 Central Coast wines, hear live music and meet farmers who nurture a healthy environment. Held at Pomar Junction Vineyards & Winery, the event's carbon footprint is minimized through a plastic reduction policy, recycling and compost program, solar-powered entertainment stage and countywide shuttle services. Barrel tastings, cooking demonstrations, concerts and farm tours complement the main festival. Event proceeds support research, demonstration and farm worker outreach programs of the Central Coast Vineyard Team. For more information, visit www.earthdayfoodandwine.com or call 805-369-2288. |
April 22-29
Myrtle Beach, SC — 3rd Annual Coastal Uncorked Food, Wine & Spirits Festival |
This April will mark the third annual Coastal Uncorked Food, Wine & Spirits Festival
with events including: a restaurant week; specialty wine, spirits and beer dinners;
Oceanfront Grand Tasting Tents; a Sip, Savor & Stroll at The Market Common; and
The Chef's Challenge and Tasting Finale. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased
online at www.coastaluncorked.com. |
April 23-May 6
Singapore — Sixteenth Annual World Gourmet Summit |
The Singapore Tourism Board and Peter Knipp Holdings will host the sixteenth annual World Gourmet Summit, which will showcase the best of Singapore's culinary scene along with some of the world's finest chefs. Guests can sample these stars' creations on tours of the city's unexpected places to dine. Other events will include an awards luncheon, Gourmet BBQ, wine tastings and culinary workshops. Lasting for almost two weeks, summit activities will take place at various venues and restaurants throughout Singapore. For more information, visit www.worldgourmetsummit.com. |
April 26-28
Paso Robles, CA — Twentieth Annual Hospice
du Rhône
This year Hospice du Rhône is celebrating its twentieth year! The annual event is known as the world's largest tasting of Rhône varietals and will be centered at the Paso Robles Event Center. The highlights include a Rhône Rendezvous Tasting, Rhône-n-Bowl, and Dine Around. Be the first to secure a spot with the Weekend Package that includes two continental breakfasts, four seminars, two luncheons, the Grand Tasting Tour and a farewell BBQ. A perfect place to dispel winter time blues and sip on a Rhône selection of your choice. For more info, visit www.hospicedurhone.org. |
April 27-29
Napa, CA — Vineyard to Vintner 2012 (V2V) |
This celebration of the Stags Leap District gives visitors unmatched access to all eighteen member wineries. The three-day-long affair will feature exclusive backstage passes to winery open-houses, four intimate vintner-hosted dinners and a Stags Leap District Cabernet seminar hosted by Saveur magazine's David Rosengarten. Open houses will be hosted by Baldacci Family Vineyards, Chimney Rock Winery, Cliff Lede Vineyards, Clos Du Val, Hartwell Vineyards, Ilsley Vineyards, Lindstrom Wines, Malk Family Vineyards, Pine Ridge Vineyards, Regusci Winery, Robinson Family Vineyards, Shafer Vineyards, Silverado Vineyards Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Stags' Leap Winery, Steltzner Vineyards, Taylor Family Vineyards and Terlato Family Vineyards. For more information, call 707-255-1720 or visit www.stagsleapdistrict.com. |
April 28-29
Sonoma County, CA — 23rd Annual Passport to Dry Creek Valley |
Passport to Dry Creek Valley is an annual event showcasing the wineries, vineyards and exceptional beauty of Dry Creek Valley. A total of 50 wineries and numerous growers in Dry Creek Valley will join together to celebrate new wine releases paired with mouthwatering local cuisine. The exclusive weekend event also offers live entertainment, vineyard tours and much more. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 707-433-3031 or visit www.wdcv.com. |
April 28-29
New York, NY — New York Culinary Experience |
Want to learn cooking techniques from Daniel Boulud, Laurent Tourondel and Masaharu Morimoto? The New York Culinary Experience gives ambitious food lovers a chance to cook beside some of the world's greatest chefs. More than 30 renowned culinary masters, restaurateurs and industry leaders will direct students through cooking classes and teach them how to prepare various dishes. Students will also have the opportunity to take part in question-and-answer seminars, as well as attend a private reception with the chefs at the end of each day. Ticket prices are $1,395 per person and include four classes, breakfasts, lunches and the daily closing receptions. For more information, visit www.nymag.com or call 646-314-4413. |
(Updated:
02/03/12 BH)
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