Embrace the Dip at the World Championship Cheese Dip Festival
While growing up, cheese dip was staple at nearly every get-together for Arkansas-based attorney and filmmaker, Nick Rogers. It was there, it was a part of life.
Or so he thought.
It wasn’t until he spent time out of state that he discovered many people didn’t know what cheese dip was.
“It made me curious about why cheese dip is so popular in my neck of the woods, and lesser know in other places.”
So Rogers set out to create a documentary, In Queso Fever that traced the history of the...
October 7th, 2010 | Apryl Chapman Thomas | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Arkansas event, food festivals, Southern Food
Vintage Hotels Culinary Festival
Vintage Hotels, a chain of high end hotels in Niagara on the Lake is starting a new tradition this year with the first annual culinary festival. Starting April 10th, and happening each weekend until May 2nd, this festival will be a mix of cooking demonstrations, seminars, and dinners provided by some of the best chefs in the country.
Chefs that are lined up to take part in the festival include: John Higgins of George Brown Chef School, James Olbergy, a former member of Culinary Team Canada, Scott...
April 12th, 2010 | Megan Pasche | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Boutique Hotels, food festivals
Jade Mountain Announces 2010 Culinary Festivals
... the world.
image courtesy of Jade Mountain
If you are like me, then you might want to check out Jade Mountain, which will be celebrating several food festivals in 2010 headed up by Chef Allen Susser and his team. The fare will be comprised of delicious local fruits and ingredients that have been grown right in the resort’s backyard.
Interested? If so, check out the upcoming events:
Cooking in Paradise “The virtues of a locally grown Caribbean cuisine” (April 9, 10 & 11) –...
February 1st, 2010 | Jeanne Dupuis | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: caribbean hotels, food festivals, jade mountain
Are City Based Restaurant “Fesitvals” Worth It?
So, it’s time again for Winterlicious here in Toronto. The time when several restaurants are picked to be included in a promotion where they offer a special price fixed menu for lunch and dinner. Here in Toronto it is offered 2x a year, summer and winter. When I lived in Washington DC I believe the same festival was called Restaurant Week. I am certain that they are carried on across the world as a way to encourage people to eat out, support their local restaurants and try ones that...
January 21st, 2010 | jonah | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: food festivals, restaruant week, summerlicious, toronto restaurants, winterlicious
Gearing Up for a “Food”-tastic Weekend in the South
No doubt about it, the South loves to celebrate their food. And if you’re in the region this weekend, you can take part in many food relate events going on.
From the State of Oklahoma Championship Cook-Off in Eufaula to Taste of Atlanta to Panama City Beach Seafood, Wine & Music Festival, the South has you covered when it comes to gastronomic treats.
If you’re in the mood for something hot, head to the Zwolle (La.) Tamale Festival. For something sweet and sticky, check out the 40th annual...
October 9th, 2009 | Apryl Chapman Thomas | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: food events, food festivals, things to do in the South
Sample the Best at Taste of Atlanta
When asked what makes the Taste of Atlanta stand out from other similar type food festivals, Dale Gordon DeSena, president and founder, simply replies, “ It’s the premier food festival in Atlanta.”
“The city has many award-winning restaurants that have been recognize by national publications like Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Esquire and New York Times, as well as the James Beard Foundation. We (Atlanta) are on the worldwide foodie map.”
Recognized by Oprah.com as one of the “6 food festivals...
October 9th, 2009 | Apryl Chapman Thomas | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, Family Friendly, food events, food festivals, Things to do in Georgia
Food Festivals Galore
The South Beach Wine and Food Festival has come and gone, but no worries, as there are many more to come and I can barely count them all. If you are on the hunt for a new restaurant find, and want to sample food from both local and celebrity chefs, mark your calendars for these upcoming events.
Coral Gables Wine and Food Festival, March 26th: Republic National and Crown Wine and Spirits present this 6th annual festival benefiting the American Lung Association of Florida and The University of Miami...
March 19th, 2009 | klynch | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Culinary Travel, Events, food festivals, las olas, legacy place, Restaurants & Bars, taste of martin county, wine
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