Taste of the Beach 2013 Wine Food Festival

Accommodations

wendy — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 22:00:26 +0000

On Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast undiscovered white sand beaches, together with clear emerald waters, natural beauty, luxury accommodations, family-oriented entertainment and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere create wonderful experiences and lasting memories for all ages. A very special way of life has emerged, as witnessed by the loyal tourists who flock to the area year after year to enjoy the warm hospitality, beautiful accommodations, unique cuisine, boundless recreation, and, of course, the magnificent, sugar-white beaches.

The Seeing Red Wine Festival® in Seaside, Florida, is one of the most highly anticipated events during Taste of THE Beach- Wine. Dine. Donate. Taking place November 1-4, 2012, Seaside’s highlighted events on Friday and Saturday allow both the wine novice and the fine wine connoisseur to sample specialty wines while speaking with the very people who devote their lives to the cultivation of the grapes. As a proud sponsor, Cottage Rental Agency will offer FREE tickets to the festival when you book November 1-4, 2012. Book now to enjoy the wine, music and southern hospitality- it’ll have you seeing red!

Ticket Packages*:

Stay 2 nights and receive a FREE ticket with the purchase of a ticket
Stay 3 nights or more and receive 1 FREE ticket if you stay in a 1 bedroom, 2 FREE tickets for a 2 bedroom or larger

*Disclaimers apply

Accommodations in Seaside ranging from one to six-bedroom cottages, luxury townhouses, penthouses and beachfront hideaways may be reviewed at Cottage Rental Agency or call toll-free at 866.976.7990 1.866.976.7990 and be sure to ask about your FREE Ticket(s) to our marque event.

The Hilton Sandestin Beach is giving you more reasons to visit this summer! Thanks to a $6.5 million renovation project, you’ll now enjoy expanded deck areas with breathtaking views of our sugar-white sand beach, a new beachside restaurant, poolside market, coffee shop and outdoor whirlpool– among an array of other new and upgraded amenities.

In addition, enjoy spacious guest accommodations, an award-winning spa, a AAA Four-Diamond restaurant, world-class amenities and access to championship golf courses, as well as endless recreation against a sparkling backdrop of Northwest Florida’s beaches – one of Frommer’s “Top 12 Destinations for 2010.”

Florida beach vacations don’t get any better than when you are spending time on the pristine Destin beaches. And you won’t find a better place to enjoy Destin, than at Sandestin Golf and Florida Beach Resort.

No one else on the Emerald Coast offers the accommodations and activity choices you’ll find at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. From spectacular beachside view and bayside villas to comfortable village studios and luxury condos, it’s all here.

Enjoy special rates for Taste of the Beach Events. Visit Sandestin.com or call 1-866-91-BEACH and use Code: TASTE.

Village of Baytowne Wharf
Studio                $119
One bedroom     $1 39
Two Bedroom    $189

Grand Sandestin or Luau by the Beach/Luau
Studio $129
One Bedroom $149
Two Bedroom 199

*Plus tax and fees.

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wendy — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 05:16:13 +0000

This year’s exciting schedule of events includes: Al Fresco Reserve Tasting at Ruskin Place, Seeing Red Wine Festival at Seaside, Taste of The Beach After Dark at Finz, and the Taste of The Beach & Charity Auction.

A collaboration between the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), Taste of The Beach combines new and established food, wine and artistic events featuring prized vintners and renowned chefs.

2013 Events and Tickets

wendy — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:15 +0000

This year’s exciting schedule of events includes: Al Fresco Reserve Tasting at Ruskin Place, Seeing Red Wine Festival at Seaside, and the Taste of The Beach & Charity Auction.

November 8, Al Fresco Reserve Tasting in Ruskin Place
Ruskin Place, Seaside
6pm – 8pm, $165 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 2 at 5pm

In the picturesque town of Seaside amid the art galleries of Ruskin Place, guests will taste a range of highly allocated and reserve wines, dine on sushi and hors d’oeuvres prepared by noted local restaurateur and chef Jim Shirley, and enjoy live chamber music.

November 4, UNwineD at Pier Park
Pier Park, Panama City Beach
6:00 – 9:00pm, $40 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 4 at 5pm

Attendees can stroll through Pier Park, Panama City Beach’s charming outdoor entertainment district, and savor the flavors of 60 fine craft beers, 120 award-winning wines and cuisine prepared by the area’s celebrated chefs. Individual tickets are $40 per person.

November 5, UNwineD with Alton Brown
Wyndham Bay Point Resort, Panama City Beach
6:00pm – until?, $50 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 5

Wyndham Bay Point Resort is the setting for an unforgettable evening with Alton Brown, host of Food Network’s “Good Eats” and “Iron Chef America.” Guests can sample delicacies prepared by Executive Chef Julio Lucero from multiple food stations that have been paired with a special collection of beer and wine. At 7:30 p.m., Alton Brown takes the stage for a 90-minute cooking demonstration and show, flavored with his signature humor and enthusiasm. Wines and beers with that complement each dessert are served beginning at 9:00 p.m. During this time, guests can purchase an Alton Brown book for signing. Individual tickets are $50 per person.

ATTEND BOTH NIGHTS OF UNwineD
Wyndham Bay Point Resort, Panama City Beach
$80 per person

November 3, Seeing Red Wine Festival
Streets of Seaside
1pm – 5pm, $120 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 3 at 11am

One of the largest events during Taste of The Beach, this picnic-style festival will take over the streets of Seaside, offering dozens of domestic and international red wines to sample while live music entertains.
“At 3pm on Saturday November 5th, stop by the Seaside Seeing Red Wine Festival, say hi, taste and watch me prepare one of my delicious healthy creations.” – Diane Henderiks

November 2, Taste Of The Beach After Dark at Finz
Sandestin Finz Beachside Grille and Pool Deck
7:00pm – 10:00pm, $50 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 2

Gaze and graze. Enjoy this nighttime poolside party under the stars. Celebrate the best in food, cocktails and wine at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort’s Finz Beachside pool deck on Saturday, November 5.

November 4, Taste of The Beach & Charity Auction
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Destin
3pm – 6pm, $35 per person
Ticket Sales End Time: Nov 6

Taste of The Beach concludes with a silent auction to benefit local childrens’ charities. Guests may bid on fabulous prizes donated from the community and enjoy cocktails and passed appetizers.

Taste Of The Beach 2011

wendy — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:11:14 +0000