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AUGUST 2009 Food & Wine Festivals, Shows and Events 2009
(see 2010) (Click on the Name for the Events Website)
July 29-Aug 2, 2009
Maine Lobster Festival - Rockland, Maine
27th Annual Testicle Festival - Clinton, Montana
July 31-Aug 2, 2009
Good Food & Wine Show - Perth, Australia
14th Annual Bluesapalooza & Festival of Beers - Mammoth Lakes, California
Atlantic City Food & Wine Festival - Atlantic City, New Jersey
20th Annual Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival - Norfolk, Virginia
Blueberry Bluegrass & Country Music Society Festival - Stony Brook, Alberta, Canada
46th Annual Old Time Harvest Festival - Jordan, Minnesota
Natchez Food & Wine Festival - Natchez, Mississippi
Cats Incredible 2009 - East Grand Forks, North Dakota
1st Annual Rib America’s Bulls & BBQ Festival - San Antonio, Texas
July 31-Aug 9, 2009 2nd Annual Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival
Deerfield Valley, Vermont
August ?, 2009 Summer Flavors Festival
Atlanta, Georgia
7/21/09 Website still shows no date for 2009.
August 1st week, 2009 Sardine Festival
Kalloni, Lesvos, Greece
During the first week of August, the residents of Kalloni are to be found celebrating their most famous product: Kalloni sardines. On these days you can enjoy delicious sardines, accompanied by lots of ouzo and the sounds of local musicians. Traditional dancing and high summer spirits add to the festivities.
August 1, 2009 National Mustard Day & Festival
Mount Horeb, Wisconsin
National Mustard Day is celebrated annually at the Mount Horeb Mustard Museum on the first Saturday in August. It is a fun-filled day for the whole family and has traditionally included "free" Oscar Mayer hot dogs as well as music, games, other entertainment, mustard samples, and more. The Mustard Museum has been the official sponsor of this event since 1991.
August 1, 2009 Mead Day
Worldwide Event
Mead Day, organized by the American Homebrewers Association (AHA), is a national event to help increase camaraderie among homebrewers and meadmakers and to introduce or reintroduce the meadmaking hobby.
August 1, 2009 Watermelon Festival & "Jack Daniels Great American Grill-Off
Vincennes, Indiana
Celebrate our community's rich agriculture and fabulous watermelons! The day's events include children's pageants, children's games, music and great food.
August 1, 2009 The Feel Good Festival
Conyers, Georgia
The Feel Good Festival: A Celebration of Music, Art, Food, Health, and Sustainable Living.
August 1, 2009 Gnarly Barley Brew Festival
Loveland, Colorado
Live music, brewing demonstrations, people's choice award, homebrew competition, 21 breweries present. $10 admission for sampling mug and four tokens, additional tokens will be available inside the festival.
August 1, 2009 40th Annual Funday & Possum Festival
Wausau, Florida
Possum Parade, possum auctions, possum stew & ice cream, live music, dance, arts & crafts, hog callin, rosster crowin' and cow lowin' contests.
August 1, 2009 Tom Watson Watermelon Festival
Thomson, Georgia
Grab a slice of summer at this free festival celebrating everything watermelon. There will be games and contests for all ages, food and craft vendors, live music, and much more.
August 1, 2009 3rd Annual Cortland Arts & Wine Festival
Cortland, New York
This year the Festival will feature 20 wineries, over 70 artists, 12 food vendors and live music all day.
August 1, 2009 Blackberry Harvest Festival
Nelson County, Virginia
Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery. Family festivities including live music and crafts. Pick your own blackberries or taste wine. Bring a picnic or purchase food. Live entertainment.
August 1, 2009 Plate by Plate Annual Tasting Benefit
Los Angeles, California
This signature gala will once again showcase savory food and dessert delicacies prepared by talented chefs from the best restaurants in Los Angeles, as well as samplings from premier wineries and beverage companies.
August 1-2, 2009 17th Annual Garlic Festival
Fox Run Vineyards, Penn Yan, New York
Like grapes, some varieties of garlic do better in certain places. Such a place is the Finger Lakes, where at present between 70 and 100 strains are cultivated.
August 1-2, 2009 21st Annual Taste in San Pedro
San Pedro, California
Showcases gourmet foods, beer & wine, live entertainment, children’s activities, craft boutiques, an artists pavilion and a tribute to our Military.
August 1-2, 2009 Taste of Wisconsin
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Kenosha’s newest festival brings the tastes, flavors and cultures of Wisconsin together. Savor the flavors of dozens of specialty food vendors, microbrews and wine producers, all serving up true Wisconsin specialties! 3 stages of live music, culinary demonstrations, special exhibits and children’s activities. Free admission.
August 1-2, 2009 Olathe Sweet Corn Festival
Olathe, Colorado
All the 'Olathe Sweet' sweet corn you can eat. Free contests, games, over 150 food, arts and crafts, carnival games, commercial, ride and novelty booths. Concert on Saturday. The Agricultural Center features informative and educational exhibits.
August 1-2, 2009 Bounty of the Hudson Food & Wine Festival
New Paltz, New York
Taste the wines from all wineries on the SWT as well as several others from around the Hudson Valley region. Enjoy tastes and dishes from area restaurants, epicurean delights, farm fresh produce, cooking workshops and Live Music!
August 1-2, 2009 10th Annual Rocky Mountain Tea Festival
Boulder, Colorado
A wonderful opportunity to learn in a hands-on atmosphere from some of the leading experts in the field! Classes include workshops about Tea Basics, Exotic Teas, Blending Teas, Tea Leaf Reading, and more!
August 1-2, 2009 Weekend Of Fire
Fairfield, Ohio
This year promises to be even better as people are already calling about the ‘close-to-home’ show featuring hundreds of fiery foods: hot sauces, salsas, barbecue sauces, mustards, snacks, ketchups, snacks, and more.
August 1-2, 2009 Long Beach Crawfish Festival
Long Beach, California
Combines the best Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans sounds of music, tons of fresh crawfish prepared Louisiana style and served by authentic Cajun chefs, giant food court, children’s area, dance floor, two stages and beach bars to create the largest Crawfish Festival outside of Louisiana.
August 2, 2009 Share Our Strength's 'A Tasteful Pursuit' Touring Dinner Series
Cleveland, Ohio
The food and company of the country's top chefs. The thrill of an auction of incredible items. All in one evening and all to help fight childhood hunger in America
August 2, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Salt Lake City, Utah
New Orleans, Louisiana
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 2, 2009 17th Annual Raspberry Festival
Cottonwood, Idaho
Come enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family with an arts & crafts festival, car show, quilt show, raspberry shortcake and more!
August 2, 2009 Taste of Dorset
Dorset, Minnesota
'Restaurant Capital of the World,' food fest, family entertainment, music, games. Dorset is the Place to Be! One day food extravaganza.
August 2-9-16-23-30, 2009 Samurai Sundays
Providence, Rhode Island
Every Sunday in August watch a high-energy, sword-fighting samurai film and dine on a series of delectables. Ebisu features traditional robatayaki and a wide selection of sake (hot and cold), as well as an assortment of Japanese beers.
August 4-8, 2009 Great British Beer Festival
Earls Court, London, England, UK
The Great British Beer Festival at Earls Court is Britain's biggest beer festival and brings together a wide range of real ales, ciders, perries and international beers.
August 5-8, 2009 American Cheese Society Annual Conference & Competition
Austin, Texas
The Society’s membership includes farmstead, artisanal and specialty cheesemakers; academicians and enthusiasts; marketing and distribution specialists; food writers and cookbook authors; and specialty foods retailers from the United States, Canada and Europe. Each year the Society hosts an annual conference and a world-renowned judging and competition, which culminates in the Festival of Cheese.
August 6, 2009 Celebrity Chef Tour
Los Angeles, California
Benefiting the James Beard Foundation, featuring Award-Winning Chefs.
August 6, 2009 David & Prescott Gourmet Getaways
Hume, Virginia
Gourmet Getaways Author Joe David and Former PBS Chef Jill Prescott are offering a meat, seafood and desert food tasting paired with wine at the Philip Carter winery. The food will be served with, without sauce to demonstrate why non-traditional wine-food pairings are often recommended when sauces are added.
August 6-8, 2009 30th Annual Cave City Watermelon Festival
Cave City, Arkansas
August 6-8, 2009 33rd Annual Hope Watermelon Festival
Hope, Arkansas
Melon Judging & Auction, Watermelon Eating Contest, Seed Spitting Contest, Big Bass Classic, antique engine show, arts & crafts, entertainment.
August 6-8, 2009 7th Annual Tanglewood Wine & Food Classic
Tanglewood Grounds, Massachusetts
An aesthetic fusion of great music and wonderful wine and food.
August 6-8, 2009 Virginia Peach Festival
Patrick County, Virginia
Peach Pageant, Peach Dessert Contest, Folk Festival, street fair, entertainment.
August 6-9, 2009 SF Chefs. Food. Wine.
San Francisco, California
Highlighting local talent, regional ingredients and Northern Californian flair with tastings, classes, dinners, and events. During the weekend, a tented tasting pavilion will be housed on the historic Union Square, with culinary, wine and cocktail classes and events held at The Westin St. Francis Hotel.
August 6-9, 2009 National Blueberry Festival
South Haven, Michigan
August 6-9, 2009 62nd Annual Mendota Sweet Corn Festival
Mendota, Illinois
Tons of free, hot, buttered, delicious Del Monte sweet corn will be the highlight of the 61st annual Sweet Corn Festival. 60,000 visitors, who consume nearly 50 tons of sweet corn during the festival weekend.
August 7-8, 2009 Columbus Wine Festival
Columbus, Ohio
Set within the 88 acres of Franklin Park Conservatory, offerring a variety of tastings, food & wine education, live music and cooking demonstrations by top chefs. A relaxed wine tasting event for both the novice wine consumer just learning about the world of wine, and for the experienced wine drinker looking for new and exciting brands.
August 7-8, 2009 27th Annual Blueberry Festival
Wilton, Maine
August 7-8, 2009 Vintage Ohio
Lake County, Ohio
Vintage Ohio is a two-day festival in Lake County, Ohio which will feature Ohio wineries, many food vendors, arts and music. Wine will be available to taste, by the glass and by the bottle. There is a designated driver program and all ages are welcome.
August 7-8, 2009 LaVernia Park Foundation BBQ
La Vernia, Texas
IBCA-sanctioned BBQ cooking competition, where teams from across the state compete for the best BBQ chicken, beef, and ribs. A 2-day family event with something for everyone. All proceeds from this event go towards helping the La Vernia Park Foundation meet it's main goal and objective : Making park improvements!
August 7-9, 2009 5th Food and Technology Expo
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
The 3 day exhibition will showcase the status of the advancements in Horticulture and of the 'Agrifood Business' in terms of technology, market knowledge and latest developments in the processing, milling and packaging of foods.
August 7-9, 2009 2009 Humungous Fungus Fest
Crystal Falls, Michigan
Crystal Falls is 'Home of the Humungous Fungus', perhaps the world's largest and oldest living organism. It covers 38 acres beneath an Iron County forest near the Wisconsin border. It is believed to be 1,500 to 10,000 years old and weigh about 100 tons - about the same as an adult blue whale. It is the species called Armillaria Bulbosa and the mushrooms it produces are commonly called 'honey mushroom.'
August 7-9, 2009 Annual Huron Rotary Festival
Huron, Ohio
Ribs, Bluegrass & Art.
August 7-9, 2009 The Worlds 12th Annual Elephant Garlic Festival
North Plains, Oregon
This is an annual civic event to celebrate 'Elephant Garlic'.
August 7-9, 2009 Bite of Oregon
Portland, Oregon
The premier showcase of Oregon food, beverage and music.
August 7-16, 2009 Baltimore Restaurant Week
Baltimore, Maryland
At select restaurants, enjoy a variety of three-course dinners, in just about any cuisine that strikes your fancy, for only $30.09! Or try three-course lunches at select restaurants for just $20.09. Be sure to check out the Special Events and Deals available at select restaurants.
August 7-16, 2009 11th Annual Cheeseburger in Caseville
Caseville, Michigan
Cheeseburger in Caseville is an island-themed silly celebration of life's crazy cruise - loosely based on the lifestyle and musical influences of one particular 50+ year old pirate (Jimmy Buffett). Best Cheeseburger Contest, Key North Conch Honk, Cardboard Boat Race, Funky Fruit and Veggie Animal Creations. Music, parade, etc.
August 8, 2009 Annual Great Stone Hill Grape Stomp
Hermann, Missouri
Have a rompin’ stompin’ good time by stomping for fun and charity. Help celebrate the beginning of grape harvest by dipping your toes in a barrel full of juicy grapes!
August 8, 2009 Rush Springs Watermelon Festival
Rush Springs, Oklahoma
The festival has proven popular, since its beginning and the crowds have increased in number to around 20,000 to 30,000 visitors each year. Over 50,000 pounds of watermelons are purchased from area melon growers and served to festival visitors during the day.
August 8, 2009 Vino & Notes - A Wine, Food & Jazz Festival
Woodland Park, Colorado
The festival will feature wine tasting from Colorado's finest wineries, jazz musicians on two stages, and food, craft & artist vendors galore. Area businesses will also be jazzing up their establishments with fine food and Jazz musicians all day and evening.
August 8, 2009 Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala
Tiffin, Ohio
The Franciscan Earth Literacy Center hosts its 2nd annual Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala. The gourmet food and wine event features local, chemical-free produce from the Center’s Seeds of Hope Farm and a team of chefs from northwest Ohio, along with Ohio vintners.
August 8, 2009 North Fork Craft Beer, BBQ Festival
Jamesport, New York
The event will showcase the finest craft breweries – more than 50 in all – from across the country and will pair them with outstanding BBQ prepared by Maple Tree BBQ and award-winning wines from Martha Clara Vineyards and other local Long Island wineries.
August 8, 2009 12th Annual Mountain Brewer Open Homebrew Competition
Huntington, West Virginia
The Greater Huntington Homebrewers Association is proud to host the 2009 Mountain Brewer Open Homebrew Contest. GHHA BREWFEST will follow the homebrew contest.
August 8, 2009 11th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff
Paso Robles, California
Come out for a casual evening of relaxed good times, where you'll meet 30 of the area's finest winemaker-chefs. You'll have a chance to taste the tempting fare grilled for your dining pleasure and enjoy wines selected to pair with their culinary creations.
August 8, 2009 Annual Tomato Art Festival
East Nashville, Tennessee
Free, costume-friendly event provides a fun-filled day for thousands. The Tomato Art Fest has steadily drawn larger crowds with each year that passes. Last year, an estimated 10,000 people came to celebrate this beloved fruit/vegetable and enjoy the day’s festivities.
August 8, 2009 28th Annual Prosser Wine & Food Fair
Prosser, Washington
Nearly 3500 wine enthusiasts gather for an afternoon of fine wine and local food specialties. Two local bands will entertain you all day as you sample wine from 30 Washington wineries, food from 20 local food vendors and beer from 2 local breweries.
August 8, 2009 11th Annual Cream Corn Wrestling Match
Latsch Island, Winona, Minnesota (no website)
"Spread by word of mouth, the match attracts people from all over Minnesota and the surrounding states." (Winona Daily News, 8/9/09)
August 8, 2009 8th Annual Luau BBQ
Los Angeles, California
A GLAD (Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness) event.
August 8, 2009 Being a Chef: French Menu from Green City Market
Chicago, Illinois
French Cooking Lesson at Chicago’s non-profit French cultural and learning center dedicated to the study of French language, cultural exchange, and friendship between Americans and French speaking people.
August 8, 2009 Art de Vin
Roscommon, Michigan
A Celebration of Michigan Art, Wine, Hops and Harvest. Forest Dunes Golf Club. Additional information and advance tickets: 989-275-0700 ext. 119
August 8-9, 2009 Watermelon Festival
Mansfield Village, Indiana
Cool off with a slice of ice cold watermelon or a cool watermelon drink. Shop for crafts, antiques and flea market gems. Indiana grown melons at the Welcome Center of Mansfield Parke. Delicious food available all throughout town. Seed spitting contest & watermelon eating contest.
August 8-9, 2009 Celebrity Food Show
Anaheim, California
Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri from Diners, Drive Ins and Dives hits the stage this August 8th, at the Celebrity Food Show, Join us - taste gourmet foods , sample fine wines, spend the weekend having a Fun Filled time with Family and Friends.
August 8-9, 2009 Jersey Fresh Food and Wine Festival
Richwood, New Jersey
The 'Jersey Fresh Food and Wine Festival' will feature hundreds of award-winning New Jersey wines and an array of gourmet, fresh food.
August 8-10, 2009 Gourmet Housewares Show
San Francisco, California
Specifically designed for upscale housewares including gadgets, cookware, cutlery, bakeware, tabletop, small electrics, kitchen textiles, and specialty foods.
August 9, 2009 Taste of Grand County
Winter Park, Colorado
25th Annual Wine, Beer and Food Festival
August 9, 2009 3rd Annual Corks and Forks
Westminster, Colorado
Lovers of gourmet food and fine wines will not want to miss the opportunity to sample and enjoy a wide array of food and beverages. Sponsored by Superior Liquors, all proceeds will be going to the National Sports Center for the Disabled.
August 9, 2009 13th Annual Vermont Fresh Network Annual Forum
Shelburne, Vermont
Come celebrate the successful farmer-chef partnerships that thrive in Vermont and help enrich our local communities!
August 9, 2009 Carytown Watermelon Festival
Richmond, Virginia
Thank you to all who attended the 2008 Watermelon Festival. We had record attendance with over 110,000 people throughout the day. 2009 is going to be even better.
August 9, 2009 2nd Annual Winnekenni Chowderfest
Haverhill, Massachusetts
Winnekenni Castle. The event will feature Chowders from greater Haverhill's finest restaurants. The public votes for their Favorite Chowder! Live entertainment, magic shows, etc.
August 9-13, 2009 Dietary Managers Association’s 49th Annual Meeting & Expo
Atlanta, Georgia
August 10-11, 2009 Restaurant Sydney
Sydney, NSW, Australia
The restaurant 09 trade shows are the only dedicated events for the restaurant and café industry and are must attend for anyone looking to source the very best in regional produce, innovative new products, and services for their business.
August 10-12, 2009 60th Annual Cokato Corn Carnival
Cokato, Minnesota
Parade, Free corn, carnival and entertainment.
August 10-23, 2009 Houston Restaurant Week 2009
Houston, Texas
Houston Restaurant Week showcases and promotes Houston’s incredible array of fine restaurants to the fine dining crowd while raising money for the Houston Food Bank.
August 11-14, 2009 FHM 2009
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Food & Hotel Malaysia. The 10th Malaysian International Exhibition for Food, Drinks, Hotel, Restaurant & Foodservice Equipment, Supplies, Services & Related Technology.
August 12-16, 2009 Corn on the Cob Days
Plainview, Minnesota
Dances, children’s games, a large parade, live music, BBQ Chicken dinner, a Gopher Count reunion, and quirky tractor games. And don’t miss the free sweet corn, dripping with butter.
August 12-16, 2009 38th Annual Montrose Blueberry Festival
Montrose, Michigan
August 12-16, 2009 Delcambre Shrimp Festival
Delcambre, Louisiana
Always the 3rd full weekend in August. Home to one of the area's most productive shrimp fleets. Events include a shrimp cook-off, queens pageants, fais-do-do's, food booths, carnival rides, and the blessing of the shrimp boat fleet. There's plenty of fun for "kids" of all ages and lots to see, hear, and EAT!
August 13, 2009 Ox Cart Days
Crookston, Minnesota
August 13, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Chicago, Illinois
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 13-15, 2009 Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights
Red River, New Mexico
Larry Joe Taylor's "Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights" Music Festival & Cook-off, featuring the "Red River Red" CASI Chili Cook-off, the "New Mexico State Green Chile Championship," and a Lone Star BBQ Society Cook-off.
August 13-16, 2009 98th Annual Fisherman’s Feast
Boston, Massachusetts
This is Boston's oldest continuous Italian festival. This is an annual event that began in Boston in 1911 and is based on a tradition that goes back to the 16th century in Sciacca Sicily.
* August 15-16, 2009 Sorrento's Chef Marco at Fisherman’s Feast
'Sorrento Cheese La Cucina Italiana' Sorrento’s Chef Marco will share his expert cooking knowledge with the public as he demonstrates how to prepare Mediterranean meals. He has spent many years with Sorrento Cheese and has attended numerous festivals with Sorrento, who is the leading sponsor of Italian street festivals in America. Free and open to the public.
August 13-16, 2009 Huddersfield Food & Drink Festival
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK
West Yorkshire's biggest food and drink festival. Tastes and products from all around the world. Cookery demonstrations with chefs from local restaurants and different cultures sharing their secrets and recipes. Children can learn about food in a cookery theatre; children's story telling, balloon modelling and face painting.
August 13-16, 2009 West Point Sweet Corn Festival
West Point, Iowa
Iowa's largest Sweet Corn Festival.
August 13-17, 2009 Food Expo
Hong Kong, China
336 Exhibitors, over 8,500 Trade Buyers, & 307,000 Public Visitors attended the last fair.
August 14, 2009 IFMA Fundamentals Seminar
Rosemont, Illinois
IFMA - International Foodservice Manufacturers Association. Foodservice Fundamental Series of educational programs for individuals that are new or have recently entered the foodservice industry.
August 14-15, 2009 Summer Sizzle
Springfield, Missouri
KCBS BBQ Contest, Kickball Tournament and RiverJam. ""It's Kinda Like Recess...With Beer."
August 14-15, 2009 28th Annual Watermelon Festival
Russellville, Alabama
Miss Watermelon and her Court reign over the festivities, concert, antique car & truck show. Always the 3rd weekend in August (Fri-Sat)
August 14-15, 2009 Wine by the River 2009
Bend, Oregon
Partners In Care Wine by the River’s purpose is to bring awareness to the growing end-of-life needs for children in Central Oregon.
August 14-16, 2009 14th Annual Grape to Glass Weekend
Russian River Valley, California
Created, organized and hosted by the people of the Russian River Valley, Grape to Glass encourages you to live like a local as you indulge in a weekend of Northern California wine country living.
August 14-16, 2009 Mammoth Festival- Wine, Music, Food & Art
Mammoth Lakes, California
Live music, wine tasting, regional fare and more.
August 14-16, 2009 48th Annual Watermelon Festival
Sunland-Tujunga, California
Bring the whole family and enjoy the rides, the games, and the contests!
August 14-16, 2009 Flint Hills Beef Fest
Emporia, Kansas
Blues & Barbecue cookoff, Ranch Rodeo, Cattle Judging, Cow Chip Toss and Catch
August 14-17, 2009 Aquaculture Europe
Trondheim, Norway
International conference just prior to Aqua Nor 2009. Organised by the European Aquaculture Society in cooperation with the Nor-Fishing Foundation
August 14-29, 2009 Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival
Various Locations, Nova Scotia, Canada
Nova Scotia is the largest processor of wild blueberries in the world and is the second largest producer on earth (2nd only to Maine).
August 15, 2009 Watermelon Day
Vining, Minnesota
Craft show, children's games, petting zoo, food, bingo, musical entertainment, free watermelon. 3rd Saturday each August.
August 15, 2009 2nd Annual Chokecherry Festival
Pequot Lakes, Minnesota
Featured will be a firemen’s pancake breakfast with lots of chokecherry syrup. In addition, enjoy an arts and crafts fair, children’s games and activities, a chokecherry culinary contest, pit spitting contest, water wars, bocce ball, and a talent show. Also ( http://www.plbplionsclub.com )
August 15, 2009 4th Annual Minnesota Garlic Festival
Hutchinson, Minnesota
A fun day for all, with celebrity chefs demonstrating specialty garlic fare, and a variety of unique entertainment, including the Mu Taiko Drummers, magic, music and dance. And, of course, you can stock up on locally grown goods and environmentally friendly products at this zero-waste event.
August 15, 2009 Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival
Cary, North Carolina
60 Beers, 40 Bourbons, Lots of BBQ and One Unforgettable Good Time!
August 15, 2009 River and Food Festival
Cardigan/Aberteifi, Ceredigion, Wales, UK
West Wales’ premier food festival. The aim of the festival is to celebrate the River Teifi and the diversity of food grown or prepared in the area.There will be several activities & attractions for the whole family to enjoy.
August 15-16, 2009 Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Newchurch, Isle of Wight, UK
Garlic ice-cream, jelly beans, fudge and beer are just some of the unusual garlic-based items that may be sampled. The festival attracts 20,000 people.
August 15-16, 2009 2nd Annual America’s Grape Country Wine Festival
Dunkirk, New York
Dozens of wineries from across New York State come together for a weekend full of wine, food, educational seminars, tastings, sales by the bottle and live music. A true farmer’s market with fruit and vegetable sales, artisans and crafters and wine industry professionals.
August 15-16, 2009 Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Fairborn, Ohio (no website)
Great Family Fun. Free admission, Free musical entertainment and corn eating contests. Over 180 Arts and Crafts booths, food including farm fresh sweet corn, watermelon, BBQ chicken and Pork sandwiches, fudge, cream puffs and much more. Children's entertainment include pony rides, train rides, face painting and the Big Bounce.
August 15-16, 2009 Machias Maine Wild Blueberry Festival
Machias, Maine
The Down East region of Maine produces nearly 85% of the world's blueberries. The annual Wild Blueberry Festival celebrates the blueberry with a Main Street parade, fabulous food, crafts and fine art by regional artists, live music, and activities for the children. Bring the whole family!
August 15-16, 2009 The Lakes Chilli Fest at Levens Hall
Kendal, Cumbria, UK
Attracting chilli aficionados from all over the country. The brave may like to try the hottest chillis around whilst on sale will be jams, jellies, chocolate, sauces, seeds, powders, chutneys and many other chilli-related gift items. Local food producers going ‘hot’ for the occasion, salsa music and dancing, cookery demonstrations and children’s activities.
August 15-16, 2009 18th Annual Tomato Festival & BBQ Championship
Fairfield, California
Draws over 45,000 people; West Coast 3rd Annual BBQ Championship; Tomato Festival Cooking Contest; entertainment, arts & crafts.
August 15-16, 2009 America's Grape Country Wine Festival
Dunkirk, New York
Come and join us for FOOD, FUN AND WINE! Over 20 winieries from across New York State will be offering samples as well as sales by the bottle. There will also be crafters, food vendors, educational wine seminars, live music and much more!
August 15-16, 2009 Charleston Seafood Festival
Charleston, Oregon
Featuring local seafood, mall market vendors, food vendors, dunk tank, children's fishing pond. Wine/beer garden, boat tours on the bay.
August 15-16, 2009 Wine & Food Festival
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
Don't know the difference between cabernet and merlot? No need to worry. The 16th Annual Wine & Food Festival at Seven Springs offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves exceptional wines accompanied by fine cuisine.
August 16, 2009 Old-Fashioned Corn Roast
Coventry, Connecticut
Celebrate high summer at the market by serving up roasted ears of corn with garlic or herb butter, or lime and chili pepper butter. Enjoy a full farmers’ market and live New England Fiddle music; 'Cook Fresh with a Chef' demonstration focusing on delicious preparation of fresh, local produce.
August 16-17, 2009 9th Annual Seafood Festival
Landisville, New Jersey
Seafood Festival and Car Show. Featuring live music, wine tasting, seafood, winery and vineyard tours, kids activities, and much more.
August 16-20, 2009 ACFSA Annual International Conference
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Association of Correctional Food Service Affiliates (ACFSA)
August 17, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Napa Valley, California
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 17, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Savor the finest dishes and drinks prepared by the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists, enjoy the best wines and bid in exciting live and silent auctions. All this to catch the more than 12 million children at risk of hunger and surround them with the nutritious foods where they live, learn and play! 100% of ticket sales help ensure no kid in America grows up hungry.
August 17-21, 2009 Food Expo Jordan
Amman, Jordan
The 12th annual food & beverage trade fair.
August 18-21, 2009 Aqua Nor 2009
Trondheim, Norway
The important international venue for the aquaculture industry through a period of 30 years.
August 20, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Vail, Colorado
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 20-21, 2009 China International Food & Beverage Summit 2009
Beijing, China
A platform which will allow you to gain insight into China’s market trends through key note presentations by industry leaders as well as abundant networking opportunities.
August 20-21, 2009 U.S. Apple Association Conference
Chicago, Illinois
Apple Crop Outlook & Marketing Conference.
August 20-22, 2009 Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival
Beaver Creek, Colorado
Featuring the winners of the San Francisco International Wine Competition and World Spirits Competition, world-renowned culinary talent and outdoor events to enjoy summertime in the mountains.
August 21, 2009 The Joy of Sake
Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 270 sakes will be available for tasting, along with appetizers presented by 15 of Honolulu's finest restaurants.
August 21, 2009 The Original Wild Turkey Bourbon Shoot
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
August 21, 2009 Home Brewers’ Festival
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Samples from more than 20 wine and beer makers. There will also be a beer making information and demonstrations, a silent auction of homemade wine and beer, and delicious appetizers.
August 21-22, 2009 48th Annual Buttered Corn Days Celebration
Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Highlights include free buttered corn, live entertainment, children’s games, crafters, vendors, a parade, corn-eating contest, bingo, and a raffle.
August 21-22, 2009 Milwaukee Wine Festival
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The two-day, outdoor event, will provide festival goers with an opportunity to sample more than 200 fine wines from around the globe in a relaxed setting along the shore of Lake Michigan with a beautiful view of the Santiago Calatrava.
August 21-22, 2009 Gluten Free Expo
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Returning to the Sydney Showground, the Gluten Free Expo is showcasing the best of gluten free food. Over 10,000 visitors. (also: http://www.coeliacsociety.com.au )
August 21-23, 2009 Morden Corn & Apple Festival
Morden, Manitoba, Canada
Free Hot Buttered Corn & Cold Apple Cider. Miss Corn & Apple Festival Queen Pageant, Parade, entertainment, midway, pancake breakfasts, arts & crafts sale. Always the 4th weekend in August.
August 21-23, 2009 Mesa Verde Country Wine & Art Festival
Cortez, Colorado
Wine tasting from some of Colorado's finest wineries, including local vintners. Wine Dinner, talented local artists, and specialty foods from local and regional producers that are a perfect accompaniment to wine.
August 21-23, 2009 Rib America at Thunder on the Ohio
Evansville, Indiana
August 21-23, 2009 32nd Annual DeKalb Corn Fest
DeKalb, Illinois
Over 100,000 people come to enjoy the food and listen to the music at Corn Fest each year. Over 70 tons of sweet corn are consumed each year by visitors flocking to downtown DeKalb, Illinois for this fun-filled festival.
August 21-23, 2009 17th Annual Webster Harvest Days
Webster, Minnesota
One of the only local parades with Airplane Flyovers! We also have Tractor Pulls, Polka Band, Guitar Hero, Twister, and much much more! A family event for all ages!
August 21-23, 2009 Cherry Creek North Food & Wine
Denver, Colorado
The Inaugural Cherry Creek North Food & Wine celebrates the culinary arts on Fillmore Plaza in Denver’s Cherry Creek North neighborhood. Free educational chef demonstrations, exciting wine and spirits sessions, an Opening Night VIP Party and the signature event of the weekend, The Grand Tasting.
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August 21-Sept 6, 2009 Tastes of Gold Coast
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
A two week long festival promoting wine, food, music, relaxed lifestyle and all things Gold Coast. Chefs will transform all kinds of dishes into something special using regional produce so join in the fun and celebrate the popularity of regional cuisine. Great food and wine, new taste sensations and idyllic settings – there is no better way to explore a city’s cuisine!
August 22, 2009 Paradise Blue Collar BBQ & Arts Fest
Faribault, Minnesota
The Blue Collar Arts Fest is one big block party and beer garden! Entry is Free to the Fest, so bring the whole family and enjoy all of the art, food and fun! And be sure to join the Ugly Grill Contest.
August 22, 2009 Crane Creek Vineyard’s Annual Tomato Festival
Young Harris, Georgia
Celebrate the fruit of the other vine. Local restaurants and food vendors will be giving away samples of their cuisine. Chef David and his Culinary Team will be preparing lunch for everyone with all things tomato.
August 22, 2009 Passion – a Celebration of Niagara on the Lake Wine, Food and Cultural Arts
Niagra on the Lake, Ontario, Canada
Come taste the pairings of wine and gourmet food, listen to superb jazz music, ride the hot air balloon and then relax in the Savoia lounge. Additional features include a blind wine tasting competition. Partake in a silent auction, and watch a demonstration of what different styles of wine glasses do for maximum wine tasting results.
August 22, 2009 Lafayette Peach Festival
Lafayette, Colorado
Come and bring the entire family for a full day of peach Festival Fun including Live entertainment! Free Admission.
August 22, 2009 Taste of Eagle Rock
Los Angeles, California
Come with family and friends to sample foods from some of the great local restaurants, take a tour of GLAD (Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness), enjoy live music, while supporting crucial social services for the deaf and hard of hearing community.
August 22-23, 2009 The Chautauqua Bon Vivant
Mayville, New York
The Chautauqua Bon Vivant is a luxurious experience of Culinary, Wine & Spirits. This two-day event that delights in the rich agricultural and cultural bounty of Chautauqua County includes: Saturday Wine Pairing Lunch, VIP Cocktail Reception, Grand Tasting, and Sunday's Champagne Infused Brunch.
August 23, 2009 Sustenance on the Farm Dinner
Andover, New Jersey
Organic farmer J. Krueger will host & chef Andrea Carbine will prepare an elegant farm-to-table 5-course dinner centered around Starbrite Farm’s organic & heirloom vegetables, as well as grass-fed meat & poultry from a nearby farm. Foods from artisans based within a small radius of the farm and Organic/Biodynamic wines that will be paired with each course. Local musician, Paul Meyer, Brazilian and jazz guitarist.
August 23, 2009 Heirloom Tomato Festival
Coventry, Connecticut
Sample the many varieties of heirloom tomatoes, like Black Crim, Cherokee Chocolate, and Brandywine, now in season and available at one of the market’s premier events. Learn more about selecting, planting, and harvesting heirloom tomatoes.
August 23, 2009 4th Annual Chili Cookoff
Montague, New Jersey
Westfall Winery. Bring a pot of your favorite Chili recipe and take home the prize! Or just attend our event and sample the Chili recipes and choose your favorite.
August 23, 2009 Vermont Cheesemakers Festival
Shelburne, Vermont
Vermont is the premium artisanal cheese state with the highest number of cheesemakers per capita: over 40 of them! We invite you to experience our passion for making fine cheeses, taste local and fresh foods, and meet the artisans who make them.
August 23-25, 2009 Hospitality NZ
Greenlane, West Auckland, New Zealand
Hospitality NZ brings together the largest collection of hospitality-related exhibitors in the country, plus the premier wines and spirits trade event. The NZ Culinary Fare 'hot kitchen' competition and the the Trans Tasman Barista and Flair Bartending Championships are in the heart of the show ensuring this is an event you can't afford to miss.
August 24, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Birmingham, Alabama
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 24-28, 2009 HFM Annual Leadership Conference 2009
Indian Wells, California
National Society for Healthcare Foodservice Management (HFM)
August 24-29, 2009 BrewNZ New Zealand Beer Awards & Beervana Public Sampling Show
Wellington, New Zealand
A celebration of beer and brewing. Showcasing all that’s best in beer: BrewNZ: An international beer competition featuring entries from over 60 breweries. Local and international beers will be judged over three days by a panel of experts. BEERVANA: A sampling event for the public, featuring New Zealand brewers at the Wellington Town Hall.
August 26, 2009 19th Annual Great Tomato Tasting
Pittstown, New Jersey
Snyder Research and Extension Farm. Join us in this unique opportunity to taste over 80 tomato varieties (including heirlooms and hybrids), farm grown produce, stroll through our demonstration garden, and take a wagon tour.
August 26-28, 2009 SIAL MERCOSUR '2008
Buenos Aires, Argentina
8th Edition Mercosur Food and Beverages International Hall (SIAL Mercosur) and 6th Edition United Supermarkets Association Conference (ASU)
August 26-29, 2009 Western Legends Roundup
Kanab, Utah
Includes Dutch Oven Cooking, Tractor Pull, in addition to the rodeo and other western cowboy events.
August 26-30, 2009 International FoodWorld 2009
Nairobi, Kenya
Featuring the big Cheese and Wine Festival
August 27, 2009 Watermelon Days
Washington, Iowa
End of summer party, featuring BBQ meal and Watermelon, Games including, Live Performances, Golf, Dunk Tank, Face Painting, etc.
August 27, 2009 RCA: Pit B-B-Q Education & Networking Event
Dallas, Texas
Research Chefs Association (RCA) South Central Regional Event. Taking part in this dinner meeting will enable participants to explain: What pit BBQ smoked meats are. Difference between pit smoked flavor meat vs. sauce. Different proteins. Trends - the value economy. Where other smoke flavors come from and more.
August 27, 2009 Raise on the Rooftop
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Please join us for an evening of wine, cigars and a showcase of amazing men's fashions. Benefiting Children’s Home Society & Family Services. Recognizing the fundamental human rights of children, we work to give every child security, opportunity, permanency and a loving family.
August 27-28, 2009 IFMA Advanced Fundamentals Seminar
Rosemont, Illinois
IFMA - International Foodservice Manufacturers Association.
August 27-29, 2009 Annual Winterville Watermelon Festival
Winterville, North Carolina
Watermelon Eating Contest, Seed Spitting Contests, Watermelon Roll, youth events, concerts, etc.
August 27-30, 2009 Taste of Melbourne
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Watch expert chefs in action, take part in tutored tasting sessions of wine and beer and buy local produce. The Royal Exhibition building is transformed into an inviting, culinary haven where you can discover an incredible selection of fine wines, exquisite signature dishes and specialty food and drink.
August 27-30, 2009 Gueydan Duck Festival
Gueydan, Louisiana
Duck and Goose Calling contest, Skeet Shooting, Hunting Dog Trials, and Decoy Carving. Great food, nightly bands, Junior and Senior Queen's Pageants, a Grand Parade, Outdoor and Indoor Cooking Contests, Auction, arts and crafts, carnival.
August 28-29, 2009 Big Island Minnesota Championship BBQ Competition & Cook Off
Albert Lea, Minnesota
Over 50 BBQ teams from 9 states compete for over $13,000 in cash and trophies for the best BBQ. Event is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society with the winner going to the Royal American BBQ Contest in October. Compete in Homemade Sauce, Homemade Sausage, Chicken, Pork Shoulder/Butt, Pork Ribs, Beef Brisket, Seafood, Anything But, and Dessert.
August 28-29, 2009 Potato Days Festival
Barnesville, Minnesota
Two days of zany potato activities, taste tempting potato specialties and small town hospitality. Over 16,000 tater lovers descend each year from across the country to this town of 2,200. Often selected as one of the best summer festivals in the nation. Mashed potato wrestling, Miss Tator Tot Pageant; picking, peeling, carving, cooking and sacking potatoes. Norwegian lefse, potato pancakes, french fries, potato sausage, potato soup, German potato dumplings.
August 28-29, 2009 34th Annual Urbana Sweet Corn Festival
Urbana, Illinois
The largest festival in Champaign County, marking the official cap-off to summer. The main course: hot, steaming ears of sweetcorn!
August 28-30, 2009 6th Annual Epicurean Classic
St Joseph, Michigan
The Great Lakes’ premiere culinary event recognized for drawing serious attention to the region’s agricultural products, artisanal foods, and local wines and beers – and for attracting noted chefs and food lovers from around the country – is making the move from Traverse City to St. Joseph, MI this year with KitchenAid as its presenting sponsor.
August 29, 2009 8th Annual Taste of Belize
Belize District, Belize
The Belize Tourism Industry will hold its 8th Annual Taste of Belize Competition . "A competition showcasing the finest culinary and bartending talent in Belize."
August 29, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Orlando, Florida
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 29, 2009 2nd SummerFest Beer, Wine & Art Festival
Sacramento, California
SummerFest is a fun-filled Community event benefiting the Alzheimer's Association's Saramento Memory Walk. Local Breweries, Wineries, Restaurants, Artists, Silent Auction, and Live Music.
August 29, 2009 Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival
Yorkville, California
Taste over 30 local wines. Boar and lamb BBQ. Win prizes in the Highlands games. Live music, grape stomp. Rare large format bottle silent auction. Tickets available online $40 before July 31st $60 after. Ages 5 and under free. Children, young adults, and designated drivers $30.
August 29, 2009 1st Annual Traverse City Microbrewery & Music Festival
Traverse City, Michigan
First Annual Traverse City Microbrewery & Music Festival.
August 29, 2009 Savor Providence
Providence, Rhode Island
Savor Providence leads people right to the doorsteps of the many exceptional restaurants in and around Providence's vibrant downtown. Sample a "taste" of each restaurant's personality and flavor, with signature dishes, house specialties or classic cocktails offered at each establishment. Proceeds from the event benefit the educational programs of Trinity Repertory Company.
August 29, 2009 Lean Times, Green Times
Los Angeles, California
Is sustainable eating a luxury or necessity in a recession? Lecture followed by a “cook-off” between two local LA chefs. Come see if they can pull together an organic meal for a family of 4 for under $30.
August 29, 2009 Annual ChiliFest
Wells, Maine
This year our event will be a 1 day event only featuring the Maine State Chili Cook-Off. Our event is sanctioned by the International Chili Society.
August 29, 2009 Wine & Food Festival at Meadow Brook
Meadow Brook, Michigan
August 29-30, 2009 Eagle River Area Festival of Flavors
Eagle River, Wisconsin
Celebrating the Taste of Wisconsin. All things Natural Art Show & Sale, Targeting Hunger with Tomatoes, Taste of Photography contest, Grilled Wisconsin Cheese Recipe Contest, Kids cow milking contest, boat rides, farmers market, musical entertainment, chef demos.
August 29-30, 2009 Italian Family Festival
Willow Glen, San Jose, California
Fun, Food & Family! Celebrating and sharing Italian Heritage with the Community.
August 29-30, 2009 15th annual Bodega Bay Seafood Art & Wine Festival
Bodega, California
Featuring the best of California’s wineries, breweries, artists, and craftspeople. Live music, and of course, a delicious selection of seafood, a kid's funzone, environmental exhibits, etc.
August 29-30, 2009 Long Island Maritime Museum’s Annual Seafood Festival
West Sayville, Long Island, New York
Arts, crafts, great entertainment and of course... Seafood! The fabulous Catering Long Island Style has returned and the seafood will be better than ever!
August 30, 2009 Share Our Strength's 'A Tasteful Pursuit' Touring Dinner Series
Dallas, Texas
August 31, 2009 Newlyn Fish Festival 2009
Newlyn, Penzance, Cornwall, England, UK
The Newlyn Fish Festival 2009 will be celebrating the Cornish Fishing Industry on the 31st of August, Bank Holiday Monday.
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