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The first annual Columbus Wine Festival presented by Giant Eagle is set for August 7th and 8th at Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad Street, just east of downtown Columbus. Set within the 88 acres of Franklin Park, the event offers a variety of tastings, food & wine education, and cooking demonstrations by top local chefs in a fabulous outdoor setting.
This relaxed wine tasting event is designed not only for the novice wine consumer just learning about the world of wine but also for the experienced wine drinker looking for new and exciting brands. Festival guests can taste from a selection of more than 150 domestic and international wines and enjoy food from some of the finest Columbus area restaurants, including Latitude 41 Bar and Restaurant.
Another component to the festival is the Belgian Beer Café presented by Stella Artois. Beer experts will highlight the natural affinity of Belgian beers Stella Artois, Hoegaarden and Leffe.
Wine Festival tickets are $25 per person in advance (purchase by 8/6/09) or $30 at the door (for adults 21 and over). Admission includes a souvenir wine glass, ten tastings, a festival program, food and wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, and live musical entertainment
Designated driver admission tickets are $10 in advance or at the door and include non-alcoholic beverages, a program, cooking demonstrations, musical entertainment and a souvenir wine glass upon departure. Designated drivers are highly encouraged. Guests under 21 are free when they are accompanied by a paid adult. Group ticket packages are available for $22.50 per person for groups of 15 or more. Group tickets include all of the benefits of the regular adult ticket.
The festival’s proceeds will benefit the Franklin Park Conservatory, a premier horticultural and educational institution showcasing exotic plant collections, special exhibitions and signature collections (www.fpconservatory.org).
The Festival is proud to be associated with the following sponsors: Giant Eagle, Fiji Artesian Water, Heidelberg Distributing Company, The Columbus - A Renaissance Hotel, Emerald Nuts, AirTran Airways and WOW!
Festival hours are Friday from 4:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 1:00-8:00 p.m. To purchase tickets online or for more event details, visit http://www.columbuswinefestival.com or call 888-210-0074.
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