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2009 California 2009 (see 2010 - 2008)
Food & Wine Shows, Festivals, etc.
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January 23-24, 2009 10th Annual Mendocino Crab and Wine Days
Mendocino, California
Recently listed as one of the Top 10 Seafood & Wine Festivals in Coastal Living Magazine, this fun FUNdraiser features two of Mendocino County's most highly prized commodities: Dungeness Crab and Premier Wines!
January 24, 2009 Holtville Rib Cook-Off Extravaganza
Holtville, California
January 27-30, 2009 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium
Sacramento, California
By combining a trade show with a broad spectrum of seminars, the Unified Symposium provides attendees direct access to all the latest information.
January 30-Feb 8, 2009 62nd Annual Holtville Carrot Festival
Holtville, California
January 31, 2009 21st Annual Winter Wine and Food Fest
Sacramento, California
More than 60 renowned Northern California wineries, 60 local restaurants and 7 microbreweries gather at the Sacramento Convention with their finest foods and wines to taste. There will also be a silent auction and an exclusive live wine auction. Benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation.
January 31-Mar 28, 2009 Napa Valley Mustard Festival
Napa Valley, California
The Mustard Season offers a full palette of food, wine, art, entertainment, and cultural activities staged throughout the world-famous grape growing region when fields, vineyards, and hillsides are vibrant with wild mustard in bloom.
FEBRUARY
February 1-3, 2009 Seafood Summit
San Diego, California
Seafood Summit brings together global representatives from the seafood industry and conservation community for in-depth discussions, presentations and networking with the goal of making the seafood marketplace environmentally, socially and economically sustainable.
February 3-4, 2009 Expo & Showcase of Processed Foods
Sacramento, California
California League of Food Processing. More than 200 exhibitors: Machinery, Equipment, Packaging, Suppliers, Workshops, Meetings, All-Industry Events.
February 10-12, 2009 World Ag Expo
Tulare, California
2nd week of Feb each year. The show is the world's largest agricultural exposition, with 2.5 million square feet of exhibit space, over 1,500 exhibitors, and over 100,000 attendees.
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February 13-22, 2009 63rd Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival
Indio, California
Families and people of all ages that enjoy the camel & ostrich races, the Nightly Musical Pageant and the history of dates as well as the many attractions and interesting exhibits unique to the Fair.
February 17-20, 2009 Symposium for Professional Wine Writers
Meadowood, Napa Valley, California
Open to published editorial wine writers, wine/food writers, wine/travel writers and editors.
February 20, 2009 PS I Love You's Third Annual Dark & Delicious
Alameda, California
Consumer tasting, with over 30 wineries pouring their Petite Sirah and over 20 chefs will provide food paired with the variety. The event will also feature a silent auction.
February 21, 2009 28th Annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook Off and Festival
Santa Cruz, California
Teams of chowder chefs come from all over the West Coast to compete for the prestigious award of “Best Clam Chowder.” Whip up your favorite recipe for red or white chowder or just come and sample the delicious variety of chowder and fun at the Boardwalk. Admission free.
February 21-22, 2009 4th Annual International Alsace Varietals Festival
Boonville, California
Annual event highlights Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Muscat, made by the world’s finest producers of Alsace-style wines. Participants will have a chance to sample wines from around the world, meet the winemakers, enjoy dishes crafted by local food purveyors, and dance to music by local artists.
February 21-25, 2009 AFFI Frozen Food Convention
Monterey, California
American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI)
February 28, 2009 7th Annual Celebrity Crab Festival
San Francisco, California
A fundraiser for the San Francisco 49ers Foundation. San Francisco 49ers team up with Local Chefs for Crab Cracking Contest. Food, Beer and Wine Tastings.
MARCH
March 5, 2009 Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace
Anaheim, California
Co-located with Natural Products Expo West
March 5-8, 2009 Natural Products Expo West
Anaheim, California
The largest natural and organic trade show, brings you a World of Goods – thousands of new products, cutting-edge trends, engaging speakers, informative seminars and endless networking opportunities.
March 6-7, 2009 9th Annual World of Pinot Noir
Shell Beach, California
The first full weekend in March. Two days of in-depth Tasting Seminars, Grand Tastings, a Featured Tasting with a guest Burgundian producer and two Gala Pinot Noir Dinners featuring prominent guest chefs. Hosted by participating wineries and feature an outstanding panel of sommeliers from across the U.S.
March 7, 2009 6th Annual Crab & Fennel Fest
Santa Rosa, California
Roll up your shirt sleeves, crack fresh Dungeness crab, enjoy Russian River Valley wine and experience culinary creations of fennel made by some of the area’s best local chefs.
March 11-21, 2009 Ten Days of Chocolate
San Francisco, California
March 14-15, 2009 World of Wine Barrel Tasting Weekend
Temecula, California
Whether you’re crazy for Cabernets, serious about Syrahs, zoom in on Zins or are stoked about Sparkling, there’s an award winning Temecula wine waiting for you. And our 20+ wineries will be pairing them all with international food fare and festivities.
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March 15, 2009 Family Winemakers of California Tasting
San Diego, California
Del Mar Fairgrounds. Trade and Public tasting. 200 wineries, for the Association's first-ever public tasting in Southern California. The Association has held trade-only tastings in the region since 2001. This very large tasting will showcase very small, family-owned wineries, many of whom pour at very few events.
March 19-21, 2009 Produce Solutions Conference
Newport Beach, California
Managing Market Disruptions
March 20-22, 2009 Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival
Paso Robles, California
March 20-23, 2009 California Artisan Cheese Festival
Petaluma, California
A weekend-long celebration and exploration of handcrafted cheeses, foods, wines and beers from California and beyond.
March 21, 2009 3rd Annual San Francisco International Chocolate Salon
San Francisco, California
Experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world's greatest culinary metropolitan areas
March 21, 2009 Exploring the Flavors of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Los Angeles, California ( no website )
12:00pm to 4:15pm. 7360 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Iron Chef winner Neal Fraser of Grace Restaurant and ECCM are pleased to invite you to a special olive oil education and tasting workshop. The science of sensory assessment of olive oil; How to taste olive oil; How to identify defects in olive oil; Health benefits of good quality olive oil; Cooking with olive oil; Tasting comparisons with fresh mozzarella and vinaigrette. Cost: $100 per person, $85 for Slow Food Members and patients of the Eastern Center for Complementary Medicine. Contact information: (323) 551-5962 christine@herbalroom.com
March 26, 2009 13th Annual UCLA Extension Restaurant Industry Conference
Los Angeles, California
With keynote speaker Anthony Bourdain, this conference explores recent industry successes as well as key trends
March 27-28, 2009 Lodi Spring Wine Show
Lodi, California
More than 3,000 people attend this wonderful event featuring wine tasting from over 50 wineries, hors d’oeuvres, music, wine related vendors and beer tasting from local and national breweries.
March 28, 2009 Taste of Success
San Francisco, California
We proudly invite you to join Junior Achievement at our 11th annual Taste of Success! Sip on a selection of fine wines and sample delicious foods from local restaurants & artisans.
APRIL
April 18, 2009 Annual Santa Barbara County Vintners' Festival
Lompoc, California
The festival features the wines of our 100+ members of the Association, live and lively music, a silent auction and wine country cuisine by the area’s finest chefs.
April 18-19, 2009 17th Annual California Antique Farm Equipment Show
Tulare, California
Annual Rib Cook-off set for Sunday, April 19. It's a mouth watering, smokin' good time!
April 19??, 2009 Taste of Uptown / Hillcrest
San Diego, California
Bring your appetite, because this self-guided walking tour will feature samples from more than 40 of the area’s finest restaurants.
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April 23, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
San Francisco, California
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit dedicated to making sure no kid in America grows up hungry. Each spring, the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at more than 45 events across the United States and Canada, with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger. Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $70 million.
April 24-26, 2009 Stockton Asparagus Festival
Stockton, California
California's largest charitable festival. Deep Fried Asparagus Eating Competition, Celebrity Kitchen, etc.
April 25, 2009 San Francisco International Beer Festival
San Francisco, California
Sample over 300 incredible beers from some of the best craft brewers in the world. Taste a delicious variety of offerings from some of San Francisco’s best restaurants.
April 25, 2009 Rhythm & Vine
Escondido, California
Over 50 world-class wineries, spirits and breweries; 30 restaurants and gourmet foods; and some seriously hot live music performances.
April 25-26, 2009 California Poppy Festival
Lancaster, California
Two days of music music, art, food and fun celebrating the state flower of and the appearance of poppies in the Antelope Valley!
April 26, 2009 Taste of Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
A unique sampling of the finest restaurants Huntington Beach has to offer, paired with California’s premium wineries & breweries - all in the name of charity!
MAY
May 1, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Orange County, California
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit dedicated to making sure no kid in America grows up hungry. Each spring, the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at more than 45 events across the United States and Canada, with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger. Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $70 million.
May 3, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
San Diego, California
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit dedicated to making sure no kid in America grows up hungry. Each spring, the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at more than 45 events across the United States and Canada, with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger. Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $70 million.
May 3, 2009 21st Vintage Bouquet Charity Wine Auction
Beverly Hills, California
Hors d’oeuvres by the area’s top chefs and pouring by California’s premium wineries accompanied by live entertainment and a live and silent auction.
May 9, 2009 Springfest 2009 Food and Wine Festival
Sylmar, California
Enjoy "The Cuisine of California" featuring delicious regional foods and California wines.
May 15-16, 2009 Cooking for Solutions
Monterey Bay Aquarium, California
For the Aquarium’s 25th year we present our eighth Cooking for Solutions celebration. Great chefs, gourmet cuisine and fine wines make this the culinary event of the year.
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May 15-17, 2009 Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival
Paso Robles, California
More than 90 area wineries host an array of special events including winemaker dinners, food pairings, seminars, winery tours, special tastings and more. Always held the third weekend in May.
May 15-17, 2009 Annual Lodi Zinfest
Lodi Lake Park, California
The signature tasting event in Lodi Wine Country.
May 16, 2009 Gluten Free Faire
Sacramento, California (no website)
10am- 2pm - St. Marks UMC, Fellowship Hall. 2391 Sacramento, CA 95864. For additional information please call 916-483-8546 Only $1 Admission to Sacramento's 1st Gluten Free Faire sponsored by the Celiac Sprue Association, Chapter 24. Opportunity to receive a free blood test for celiac disease, door prize drawing ticket, sample and purchase gluten-free items from both local and well-known gluten free companies.
May 16, 2009 West Coast Brew Fest
Sacramento, California
A brewer's festival for brew fest lovers, by brew fest lovers. Unlimited Beer Tasting of over 120 different beers, Great Food from local vendors, & Live Music. The best brew fest on the West Coast! Get your tickets early, they promise to be hard to get. Proceeds benefit the Make A Difference Project.
May 16-17, 2009 California Strawberry Festival
Oxnard, California
Each year strawberry lovers unite for the premier outdoor event tempting any appetite for fun. This multi-faceted celebration serves up a menu of delectable strawberry delights, along with non-stop entertainment, Strawberryland For Kids, gooey contests for berry lovers of all ages, and more.
May 16-17, 2009 50th Artichoke Festival
Castroville, California
May 22-24, 2009 6th Annual Food & Wine Festival
Newport Beach, California
Acclaimed Winemakers, our celebrated chefs and Master Sommeliers will serve as the guides- captivating festival goers with educational seminars and wine events with endless tasting tables.
May 22-25, 2009 Garden Grove Strawberry Festival
Garden Grove, California
The Garden Grove Strawberry Festival celebrates its 50th year, making it not only one of the largest community festivals in the western US, but also one of the oldest.
May 23, 2009 23rd Annual California Festival of Beers
Avila Beach, California
Over 50 brewers and over 100 of their finest microbrewed creations
May 30, 2009 5th Annual Mariposa Rotary Fine Art & Wine Festival
Mariposa, California
Share a fun-filled day on the Mariposa County Courthouse lawn, tasting our local wines and viewing works of local artists.
May 31, 2009 Larkspur Flower & Food Festival
Larkspur, California
Colorful festivities surrounding the theme of flower related arts & crafts and gourmet food exhibitors. The event will feature the cooking demonstration stage showcasing Larkspur's renowned Chefs and Restaurants
May 31, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Santa Barbara, California
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation is the nation’s premier culinary benefit dedicated to making sure no kid in America grows up hungry. Each spring, the nation's hottest chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at more than 45 events across the United States and Canada, with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds needed to end childhood hunger. Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $70 million.
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May 31, 2009 2nd Annual Field to the Fork
Temecula, California
A Taste of Southern California Wine Country. Enjoy food from local chefs. Indulge yourself in a wine and beer tasting. Browse a gourmet farmers market. Bring the kids and enjoy arts and crafts. Learn about farming, viticulture, gardening and more!
May 31-June 19, 2009 Palm Springs Restaurant Week
Palm Springs, California
Showcasing over 100 restaurants over the entire valley, from Palm Springs to Indio. An exhibition of the region's finest culinary talents and a chance to try all of the wonderful restaurants in the desert. 20 days of delicious dining at bargain prices. Participating restaurants are offering a three-course meal which include an appetizer, main course, and a dessert.
JUNE
June 5, 2009 Celebrity Chef Challenge
Sacramento, California
Skillets will be flying as 6 Northern California Chefs compete in a timed culinary competition with surprise ingredients- all in front of a live audience. As competing chefs race to see “whose cuisine reigns supreme,” guests will be sampling food, wine, beer and more from over 50 regional vendors at the VIP Food Show. Don’t miss the finest culinary competition on the West Coast!
June 6-10, 2009 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting & Food Expo
Anaheim, California
The IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo is the ONLY event that brings together decision-makers from all of the many disciplines involved in food science and technology for scientific education and career development.
June 7, 2009 16th Annual Casa Pacifica Angels Wine & Food Festival
Camarillo, California
Voted BEST Cultural Event in Ventura County, the Festival showcases the finest restaurants and caterers from Santa Barbara to the Conejo Valley and award-winning wineries. Live entertainment. All proceeds benefit Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families.
June 13, 2009 Great American Food and Music Fest
Mountain View, California
Celebrating the rich traditions of classic American fare and music, hosted by chef and Food Network personality Bobby Flay. Legendary purveyors of classic American food, celebrity chefs, extraordinary musicians, and great American wines and specialty cocktails. Be sure to check the details on the festival website.
June 13, 2009 Rods & Rails Classic - Perris Potato Festival
Perris, California
The Potato Festival at Perris Valley Historical Assoc & Museum.
June 13-14, 2009 55th North Beach Festival
San Francisco, California
Juried Arts & Crafts Exhibitions, Celebrity Pizza Toss, Live Entertainment, Cooking Stage, Celebrity Chefs, Assisi Animal Blessings, Arte di Gesso (Italian street chalk art).
June 13-14 & 20-21, 2009 5th Annual Lavender Festival
Cherry Valley, California
Features 20 acres lush organic fields, and a deliciously healthy menu including entrees, drinks and desserts prepared with lavender. Activities Include aromatherapy classes & massage, fresh bouquets & plants, children’s activities, horse-drawn hay rides, organic marketplace, and more!
June 14, 2009 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation
Culver City, Los Angeles, 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.
June 14, 2009 Ojai Wine Festival
Ojai, California
June 17, 2009 Starchefs Rising Stars Revue
Napa Sonoma, Charles Krug Winery, California
The online magazine for culinary insiders recognizes chefs from around the country as they come into their own as young leaders in the culinary field. All winners are hand-selected by StarChefs.com editorial panel based on in-person tastings and one-on one interviews. The Revue features a walk-around tasting gala featuring signature dishes from each chef, as well as premium wine pairings, spirits and entertainment.
June 18-, 2009 National Homebrew Competition
Oakland, California
The world's largest international homebrew competition that recognizes the most outstanding homebrewed beer, mead and cider being produced by amateur brewers worldwide. Final judging and the awards ceremony take place at the National Homebrewers Conference
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June 18-20, 2009 National Homebrewers Conference
Oakland, California
A fun, educational gathering designed to enhance homebrewers’ brewing skills and knowledge and increase homebrewing camaraderie. Special seminars and events cater to beer enthusiasts and amateur brewers of every level.
June 20, 2009 Pechanga Microbrew Festival
Temecula, California
60+ microbrew beers, food samples, Chili Cookoff, Comedy, Live concert. Habitat for Humanity Temecula is our sponsor and they will be doing a silent auction at the event.
June 20, 2009 Schools for Kabul 2nd Annual Midsummer Party
Petaluma, California
Great food, wine, dancing and an auction. A benefit for Schools for Kabul, a student-run fundraising group supporting educational development projects in Afghanistan; dinner will include a spit-roasted pig and local wines from Stubbs Vineyard, Turley Wine Cellars, Messina Vineyards, also music by The Sofa Kings, a local rock band.
June 20-21, 2009 King of the County BBQ Challenge & Music Festival
Martinez, California
BBQ, music, car show, amateur BBQ competition, etc.
June 21, 2009 Real Men Cook
Los Angeles, California
Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, Houston, Washington D.C., Phoenix, St. Louis, Bahamas (dates may vary in some cities)
June 24-28, 2009 Pinot Days San Francisco
San Francisco, California
This is California's largest single gathering of pinot producers, as well as its most varied. Consumers will be able to sample up to 400 pinots from every important region in California, Oregon, New Zealand, and Burgundy, and to meet the winemakers who create them. We will also offer a number of pinots for auction, donating various charities.
June 25, 2009 7th Annual Beer & Sake Festival
San Diego, California
This year features over 50+ sake varieties, imported speciality beers, and appetizers from San Diego's top restaurants. PLUS, watch the SushiMasters Regional Competition
June 27, 2009 Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Wine Festival
Santa Barbara, California
Website has delayed start music with no controls. Many of the best of the Central Coast wineries and some of the best local bakers, caterers, and chefs in one spot to tantalize the taste buds of food and wine aficionados.
June 27-28, 2009 The 13th Annual International Gourd Art Festival
Fallbrook, California
June 28, 2009 Taste of Adams Avenue
San Diego, California
JULY
July 9-11, 2009 Alameda County Fair’s Amateur Rib Cook-Off for Charity
Alameda County Fairgrounds, California
The BBQ Pork Rib and Chicken cook-off will begin on July 9 and with the finals on July 12. The Preliminary cook-off days are July 9, July 10 and July 11. Three winners from each day will advance to the Finals on Sunday July 12. Please coordinate your schedules to be available for two of your applicable days (you will be assigned one of the two) plus the final cook-off date.
July 11, 2009 Slice of Chico
Chico, California
Summer Sidewalk Sale featuring free ice-cold watermelon.
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July 11-12, 2009 22nd Annual Santa Barbara French Festival
Santa Barbara, California
This year's Fête Française will feature dozens of chefs preparing fine French food...everything from crêpes to Cajun, from café au lait to decadent desserts and pastries. Enjoy French beer, wine, champagne and soft drinks. Continuous free entertainment on 3 stages.
July 11-12, 2009 30th Annual Arts & Wine Festival
Los Altos, California
Join us in beautiful downtown Los Altos for this year’s 30th Annual Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival. The festival features the work of artists from across the Western U.S., wine from a half dozen of the region’s finest vintners and a wide variety of food. Free concerts throughout the day, rides and activities in the Kidzone.
July 16-18, 2009 California Wine Festival
Santa Barbara, California
Hundreds of California’s best red and white wines, live blues music complemented by dozens of top chefs and specialty food purveyors serving gourmet appetizers, fresh cut fruits, grilled meats, artisan breads and cheeses and much more.
July 17-19, 2009 Marysville Peach Fest
Marysville, California
Marysville Peach Fest formerly California Peach Fest. Enjoy food, entertainment, arts and crafts with the forty thousand plus other people who regularly visit the annual Marysville Peach Festival in Historic Downtown Marysville!
July 17-19, 2009 42nd Annual Citrus Festival
Santa Paula, California
Best known as the Citrus Capital of the World. Because of its expansive lemon and orange orchards, the City of Santa Paula celebrates the fruit of California every year with its popular Kiwanis Citrus Festival.
July 18, 2009 Big Bands & BBQ
Campbell, California
The 2nd annual BBQ festival will feature BBQ vendors from all over the state cooking up mouthwatering ribs, brisket, chicken, sausages, etc.
July 24-26, 2009 31st Annual Gilroy Garlic Festival
Gilroy, California
10 tons of beef … 4 tons of pasta … 4 tons of calamari … 2 tons of scampi …plus 2 tons of fresh Christopher Ranch garlic.
July 24-26, 2009 PMA Foodservice Conference
Monterey, California
Produce Marketing Association's Foodservice Conference is the one event focused on fresh produce and foodservice.
July 25-26, 2009 16th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival
Oxnard, California
The Oxnard Salsa Festival is a celebration of all things salsa - the food, the music, and the dance!
July 26, 2009 22nd Annual Taste of Camarillo
Camarillo, California
More than 100 wineries and an array of mouthwatering specialties provided by over forty outstanding Ventura County restaurants and caterers. Silent Auction.
July 31-Aug 2, 2009 14th Annual Bluesapalooza & Festival of Beers
Mammoth Lakes, California
An energetic lineup of blues talent and a grand tasting of microbrews from around the country.
AUGUST
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 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 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 6, 2009 Celebrity Chef Tour
Los Angeles, California
Benefiting the James Beard Foundation, featuring Award-Winning Chefs
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.
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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 8th Annual Luau BBQ
Los Angeles, California
A GLAD (Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness) event.
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 8-10, 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 14-16, 2009 Mammoth Festival- Wine, Music, Food & Art
Mammoth Lakes, California
Live music, wine tasting, regional fare and more.
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 48th Annual Watermelon Festival
Sunland-Tujunga, California
Bring the whole family and enjoy the rides, the games, and the contests!
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 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 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 24-28, 2009 HFM Annual Leadership Conference 2009
Indian Wells, California
National Society for Healthcare Foodservice Management (HFM)
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.
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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 29-30, 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.
SEPTEMBER
September 4-6, 2009 Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Sonoma, California
An epicurean event unlike any other, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend combines the elegance, sophistication, and style of Showcase: Taste of Sonoma, with the festivity, frivolity and fundraising of the Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction for three unforgettable days of celebration.
September 5, 2009 Julian Grape Stomp Festa
Julian, California
Celebrate the harvest of the grapes with a real, olde-world style grape stomp and festa at the Menghini Winery.
September 5-6, 2009 Millbrae Art & Wine Festival
Millbrae, California
September 10, 2009 The Joy of Sake
San Francisco, California
100 gold and silver award-winning sakes from the 2009 U.S. National Sake Appraisal. Sample junmai, ginjo and daiginjo labels, and a delicious array of sake appetizers.
September 11-12, 2009 Spirits of Mexico
San Diego, California
7th Annual Festival Celebrating the spirits and the spirit of Mexico. oldest and most comprehensive Agave Spirit event in the U.S.
September 11-12, 2009 St George Church Annual Greek Food Festival (no website)
Bakersfield, California
3:00pm Friday & 1:00pm on Saturday until 11 PM - $3.00 admission. Children under 12 free. 401 Truxtun Ave., Downtown Bakersfield. Join us for fun, frolic, and great Greek food! For Vendor booths (661) 323-0906 See you there-Opa!
September 11-13, 2009 The Original Long Beach Lobster Festival
Long Beach, California
Combines local popular artists, Swing, Salsa, R&B/Motown, 70s/80s Dance Bands, Fresh Live Maine Lobsters steamed in the World’s Largest Cooker for that mouth watering taste, food court, children’s area, dance floor, two stages and bars to create the largest Lobster Festival outside of Maine.
September 12, 2009 Palmdale Jazz and Wine Festival
Palmdale, California
Come enjoy a warm late summer afternoon, listen to world-class jazz entertainment inlcuding Grammy award winning Norman Brown, taste excellent wines and savor gourmet foods at the Palmdale Jazz & Wine Festival!
September 12, 2009 4th Annual Great American Blues & Barbeque
San Rafael, California
September 12, 2009 Kendall-Jackson Winery 13th Annual Heirloom Tomato Festival
Santa Rosa, California
More than 170 varieties of heirloom tomatoes in every size, shape and color imaginable will be picked fresh from our own Culinary Gardens and sampled on a beautiful Wine Country afternoon.
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September 12-13, 2009 Pittsburg Seafood Festival
Pittsburg, California
This year will be the 25th Annual Pittsburg Seafood Festival! The Festival has a wine paviliion, beer pavilion, live music, kids area, arts and crafts vendors, great food and lots and lots of extras! You won't want to miss it!
September 12-13, 2009 23rd Annual Tracy Bean Festival
Tracy, California
Chili and rib cook-offs with bean tastings, spam carving, and jalapeno eating contests, car show, bike ride, carnival, cultural events, live entertainment, and tons of beans. 50,000 people will be “Going Bean Crazy in Tracy” and shopping for 100 of the world’s edible beans.
September 12-13, 2009 14th Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival
San Francisco, California
September 13, 2009 Taste of Chico
Chico, California
Food, Beverage, Music & Fine Art Festival
September 13-18, 2009 San Diego Restaurant Week
San Diego, California
One of the premiere restaurant weeks in the country featuring over 140 restaurants and 250,000 diners each year. Participating restaurants offer 3 course meals at bargain prices- either $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Restaurant Week has a new partner this year - the Girl Scouts! Several well-known chefs at top restaurants are creating Restaurant Week dishes using Girl Scout cookies to help bring awareness to the Girl Scout cookie drive.
September 17-20, 2009 Lodi Grape Festival
Lodi, California
The Festival’s purpose is to promote the agriculture and agricultural products of San Joaquin County, & offer diverse forms of agricultural education. It strives to present unique, family – oriented exhibits that not only entertain, but educate and enlighten.
September 18-20, 2009 Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival
San Pedro, California
The World's largest lobster festival, features discount Maine lobster meals. After feasting on our world famous lobster meals, enjoy dancing, street performers and music. Shop for arts and crafts.
September 19, 2009 Salute to Agriculture Taste of the Valley Wine & Food Show
Salinas, California
Become educated about our Agriculture Industry and meet those responsible for growing Salinas Valley produce. Indulge yourself in local wines and delicious food samplers.
September 19, 2009 49er Festival & Chili Cookoff
Groveland, California
This all day event begins with a pancake breafast followed by a real small-town parade through downtown Groveland. The highlight of the day is the Chili Cook-off with local chefs vying for top awards in three categories: Beans, No Beans and Vegetarian Chili. Free music, kids zone, auction and raffle. (Annually, 3rd Saturday in September)
September 19, 2009 Blazin' Hog Competition BBQ & Zydeco Music Festival
Mariposa, California
Bring your dancin' shoes and come hungry!!!
September 19, 2009 21st Annual 49er Festival & 13th Chili Cookoff
Groveland, California
The highlight of the day is the Chili Cook-off with local chefs vying for top awards in three categories: Beans, No Beans and Vegetarian Chili. Free music, kids zone, auction and raffle. (Annually, 3rd Saturday in September)
September 19-20, 2009 Art Bark Fest - Animal Art & Wine Festival.
The Village at Squaw Valley, California
The Art Bark Fest was created to combine the love of art & wine with the love of animals and is one of the only animal themed fine arts and wine festival in the country. Benefit for Humane Society Truckee-Tahoe & Squaw Rescue Dogs
September 19-20, 2009 Glendi Ethnic Food Fair
Santa Rosa, California
Enjoy gyros, Piroshki, baklava, foods from Eritrea, Serbia, Greece, Russia, Macedonia, and the Middle East. Beer, wine, ethnic coffee.
September 20, 2009 SushiMasters Finals: East Coast/West Coast Challenge
Los Angeles, California
SushiMasters celebrates sushi as part of our modern dining experience.
September 20, 2009 Taste of the Central Coast
Arroyo Grande, California
Join the Family Care Network for the 6th Annual Taste of the Central Coast; a fine food and wine tasting event paired with a live and silent auction to raise funds that directly benefit the children and families we serve. Showcasing forty local restaurants, dessert establishments, world-class wineries and live jazz.
September 24, 2009 Taste of Downtown
San Diego, California
San Diego's most prominent Taste returns to downtown for the tenth consecutive year. Participants will stroll through each corner of downtown San Diego and taste a wide variety of the best cuisine the city has to offer.
September 25-27, 2009 Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival
Sonoma, California
The 112th Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival is all about wine, food, and fun. There is wine tasting, lots of foods, and Live Music on two stages all weekend.
September 25-27, 2009 Annual Feast of San Gennaro LA
Hollywood, California
Italian Food, Culture, Music.
September 25-27, 2009 14th Annual Redondo Beach Lobster Festival
Redondo Beach, California
Main lobsters prepared fresh daily. Giant Food Court, Beach Bars, Games, Entertainment, Rides, Games, Puppets, Magicians, Storytellers.
September 29-Oct 2, 2009 SFM 2009 National Conference
San Francisco, California
Society for Foodservice Management National Conference
OCTOBER
October 1-2, 2009 33rd Annual Monterey Wine Festival
Monterey, California
October 2-4, 2009 Master Brewers Assoc. of the Americas Annual Convention
La Quinta, California
October 2-4, 2009 27th American Wine and Food Festival
Los Angeles, California
Hosted by the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation, is serving up a world-class culinary celebration benefiting Meals On Wheels. This star-studded festival features world-renowned chefs, vintners and spirit purveyors at the most anticipated epicurean event of the year. Spectacular spread of delectable dishes, superb libations, fantasy auction items and amazing entertainment in three events - each offering a different level of participation for culinary connoisseurs to contribute to the cause.
October 2-4, 2009 23rd Annual California Avocado Festival
Carpinteria, California
The Avocado Festival has evolved into one of the largest festivals in California with three days of fabulous food, terrific music, and great safe family fun.
October 2-5, 2009 Fresh Summit, PMA's International Convention & Exposition
Anaheim, California
Produce Marketing Association event.
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October 3, 2009 Lambtown, USA Festival
Dixon, California
National Lamb Ribs Eating Contest, Lamb Barbecue Cook-off, Fiber Fair, Sheepdog Trials, Shearing Competition, Mutton Bustin', Fiber and Open Sheep Shows.
October 3, 2009 California Beer and Wine Festival
Yuba City, California
Charity even organized by Hoagland Homes and the Downtown Business Association. Please visit our site for tickets and more information. See you there!
October 3, 2009 Annual Fun in the Sun Chili Cook-Off
Castaic, California
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Annual Fun in the Sun Chili Cook-Off. The event, which is expected to draw thousands of area residents, will benefit Special Olympics, Santa Clarita, as well as Heads-Up Therapy on Horseback for disabled children.
October 3, 2009 Hidden Valley Wineries Barrel Tasting
San Diego, California
Meet the winemakers and taste premium wines directly from the barrel during the 2009 Fall Barrel Tasting, hosted by four prominent Escondido/Rancho Bernardo wineries. Barrel wines paired with gourmet small-plates. Also, tastings of bottled limited-release and library wines.
October 3, 2009 Taste of North Park
North Park, San Diego, California
From cafés and bistros to five-star dining, this is the perfect opportunity to sample an array of delicious and diverse cuisines specially prepared for you by top chefs throughout the neighborhood.
October 3, 2009 7th Annual Rotary Wine Taste Chula Vista
Chula Vista, California
This increasingly popular event will feature signature samples from exclusive restaurants and wineries, live entertainment and an exciting silent auction.
October 3, 2009 Wine Country Cajun Food & Music Festival
Napa, California
The spirited celebration of Bayou life will feature music by nationally known Zydeco bands, informal New Orleans’-style street parades, Zydeco dancing and New Orleans-inspired food and wines from Napa chefs and wineries.
October 3, 2009 1st Annual Taste of Fillmore
San Francisco, California
The event will include food sampling, wine tasting and jazz. In addition, we will have a cooking demonstration stage with chefs from Fillmore Street Restaurants and a Fashion Show to showcase Fillmore Street boutiques.
October 3-4, 2009 Amador Vintners Big Crush Harvest Festival
Amador County, California
30 member wineries of the Amador Vintners will host “The Big Crush,” the vintners’ annual Harvest Wine Festival. For two days during the heart of the grape harvest season, Amador aficionados can partake of great wine, food, music and other harvest festivities.
October 4, 2009 7th Annual North Berkeley Spice of Life Festival
Berkeley, California
This five-block long food and art fair celebrates the spice of life with cooking demos and samples by local chefs, gourmet food, beer and wine, a farmers market, artist exhibitions, yoga and bodywork demonstrations, and lots of kids activities.
October 10, 2009 9th Annual Candy Festival and Fall Craft Fair
Fairfield, California
With up to 30 candy companies, Texas street will be covered with arts and crafts, candy samples, magic shows, face painting, music and more.
October 10-11, 2009 Sierra Oro Farm Trail Passport Weekend
Butte County, California
A grand weekend of wine tasting and farm fresh food sampling in and around Butte County.
October 10-11, 2009 Oakhurst Fall Chocolate and Wine Festival
Oakhurst, California
October 12, 2009 36th Annual Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off
Half Moon Bay, California
$20,000 in prize money. In a pay-by-the-pound system, the winner will receive $6 per pound for the champion pumpkin. Beauty will share center stage with brawn – a special $500 prize will be awarded to the “most beautiful pumpkin” as judged by the audience
October 17, 2009 12th Annual Dairyland Orchard Festival
Los Molinos, California
A Celebration of Local Agriculture. Free Admission & Parking, Live Entertainment & Music, Unique Arts & Crafts & Children's Activities, Bulk & Packaged Nuts & Fruits, Tri-Tip BBQ and Authentic Carnitas.
October 17-18, 2009 39th Annual Art & Pumpkin Festival
Half Moon Bay, California
Festivalgoers will be mesmerized by the remarkable “Picasso of pumpkin carvers” sculpting and shaping a monster 1,000+ pound pumpkin, a special display of massive weigh-off champion pumpkins, three stages of blockbuster entertainment, everyone's favorite home-spun parade, harvest-inspired crafts, the tastiest pumpkin pie on earth, enchanting events and contests for the whole family, and the never-ending search for the Great Pumpkin waiting to be picked at one of the rustic pumpkin patches dotting the coast.
October 22, 2009 Celebrity Chef Tour
San Francisco, California
Benefiting the James Beard Foundation, featuring Award-Winning Chefs
October 29, 2009 California Wine and Gourmet Food Experience
Simi Valley, California
First annual food and wine pairing event at the Reagan Library. A small plate progressive dinner paired with 10 wines from California wineries. There will be live music and dancing under the wings of Air Force One. This is Ventura County’s wine and food event of the season. Bring your family and friends for a memorable evening at the Reagan Library.
NOVEMBER
November 3-4, 2009 4th Int'l Conference for Food Safety & Quality
Redondo Beach, California
Main topic: Global Food Safety
November 6-7, 2009 The Big Sur Food and Wine Festival
Big Sur, California
Make Big Sur your culinary destination for a fabulous weekend of stunning food and wine! Come play on the wild coast! We'll see you there.
November 6-15, 2009 Mendocino Wine & Mushroom Fest
Mendocino County, California
Mendocino County is home to more than 3,000 mushroom varieties -- including the rare candy cap mushroom, with its intense maple-syrup flavor and sweet fragrance -- that grows only along the northern coast of California. The pinnacle of mushroom season is Mendocino County’s annual Mushroom Festival.
November 7-8, 2009 The Fabulous Food Festival
San Francisco, California
The only consumer specialty food show for the San Francisco Bay Area. This event provides a showcase for Exhibitors and Sponsors, offering everything from cheeses to chocolates for sampling and sale.
November 7-8, 2009 Harvest Wine Celebration
Temecula, California
The two day event gives ticketed guests the opportunity to visit more than 20 participating wineries for a self- guided tour of the Temecula Valley. Food and wine samplings are offered at each stop as well as barrel and/or tank samples of finished and unfinished wines not available to the public.
November 8, 2009 Great Chefs of Los Angeles "Go Green, Go Organic"
Los Angeles, California
The 23rd Annual Great Chefs of Los Angeles brings together the city's most celebrated chefs, tastemakers and vintners for an afternoon of great food, wine, music and auctions to benefit the National Kidney Foundation of Southern California.
November 12-14, 2009 12th Annual Worlds of Flavor International Conference & Festival
Napa Valley, California
Frontiers of Flavor: World Street Food, World Comfort Food. Discovering the Fast Casual, Slow Savory, and "Big Value" Culinary Traditions of Asia, the Mediterranean, and Latin America.
November 13-15, 2009 1st Annual Dia del Taco
Los Angeles, California
Best Taco Contest, Taco Eating Contest, Taco Making Demo.
November 13-15, 2009 5th Annual Los Angeles International Tamale Festival
Los Angeles, California
November 18-22, 2009 6th San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
San Diego, California
The largest luxury wine and food festival in Southern California. 170 of the world's top wine and spirits producers, 70 chefs gourmet food producers, authors, and celebrity chefs.
December 5-6, 2009 Indio International Tamale Festival
Indio, California
Celebrating the rich heritage of the tamale. The Food Network-TV ranked the festival in the top 10 “All-American Food Festivals” in the nation.
December 5-6, 2009 Holidays in the Vineyards
Livermore, California
Holidays in the Vineyards is an annual wine country tradition where wineries showcase their tasting rooms with arts and craft vendors, holiday music, special wines and more.
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2010 CALIFORNIA 2010
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
January 16-17, 2010 Asian American Expo
Pomona, California
The largest Asian Trade Show.
January 17-19, 2010 NASFT 35th Winter Fancy Food Show
San Francisco, California
Produced by the NASFT since 1955, the Fancy Food Shows are North America's largest specialty food and beverage marketplace.
January 17-22, 2010 San Diego Restaurant Week
San Diego, California
Extraordinary 3 course menus from San Diego's best restaurants. Experience cusine that delights your palate and defines the art of dining in San Diego. Choose from over 180 of San Diego's best restaurants and enjoy a 3 course meal for $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Now is your chance to discover new restaurants and enjoy all your favorites at a discounted price!
January 23, 2010 5th Independence Fruitcake Festival
Independence, California
4th Annual Internationally Acclaimed Independence Fruitcake Festival (and Mummification of the Fruitcake Pharaoh)
January 28-30, 2010 ZAP's 19th Annual Zinfindel Festival
San Francisco, California
Zinfandel Festival is an internationally recognized series of tastings that are the premier single-varietal events in the world. With an estimated 275 wineries and 10,000 attendees.
February 20-21, 2010 International Alsace Varietals Festival
Booneville, California
Join us in beautiful Anderson Valley for a weekend in celebration of local foods, live music and, most importantly, your favorite Alsace-style white wines.
March 1-5, 2010 Aquaculture 2010
San Diego, California
March 14-18, 2010 NIOP 2010 Annual Convention
Palm Springs, California
National Institute of Oilseed Products
April 24, 2010 29th Annual Petaluma Butter & Egg Day
Petaluma, California
Celebrating the region’s rich agricultural history as one of the premier dairy regions in the country. Together with The Petaluma River, eggs and dairy products turned Petaluma into one of the most prosperous communities in the state in the early 1900’s. The event typically draws over 25,000 attendees.
April 29-May 1, 2010 18th Annual Hospice du Rhône
Paso Robles, California
Hailed as the world’s largest international celebration of Rhône variety wines.
May 15, 2010 Uncorked! The San Francisco Wine Festival
San Francisco, California
Enjoy live music, wine seminars and chef demonstrations at this free event. Tickets must be purchased to participate in wine tasting. Tickets cost $50; proceeds benefit La Cocina.
August 14, 2010 4th Annual San Rafael Food & Wine Festival
San Rafael, California
Festival-goers will enjoy food from area restaurants and sample wines from 25 of the region’s outstanding boutique wineries. In addition, there will be a chef demonstration area featuring a number of area restaurants.
August 14-16, 2010 Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo
Los Angeles, California
We are pleased to co-locate the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo with Expo Comida Latina, featuring All Asia Food.
August 14-16, 2010 Expo Comida Latina
Los Angeles, California
We are pleased to co-locate the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo with Expo Comida Latina, featuring All Asia Food.
September 22, 2010 2nd Annual A Taste of Downtown San Rafael
San Rafael, California
The Tasting event will be located throughout the Downtown San Rafael area and will include restaurants and merchants offering hor'devours and wine samples.
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2008 CALIFORNIA 2008
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
waiting for new 2009 dates
April 12, 2008 Palm Springs Food and Wine Festival
Country Palm Springs, California
Cuisine samples from some of Southern California's finest restaurants, paired wine tastings featuring the finest wines from California, & culinary demonstrations hosted by top celebrity chefs.
April 26, 2008 Wineries Of Santa Clara Valley Spring BBQ
Gilroy, California (no website)
Meet your local winemakers. Wine Education Booth with scents of wine, barrel making, barrel tastes, etc. Enjoy new releases & Barrel Tastings. Savor a New York Steak, Pasta con Pesto, Green Salad and Garlic Bread. Tickets are available for $50/per person from any of the participating wineries. Call 800-548-3813 or 408-842-6436 for more information.
May 2-4 2008 USBG Nat'l Cocktail Competition & 60th Anniversary Celebration
Long Beach, California
United States Bartenders' Guild. With almost 60 years of presence in the United States and International coverage in affiliation with the International Bartender’s Association (IBA) in over 50 countries, the United States Bartenders' Guild is the largest network of professional bartenders and is setting the standard for the profession throughout the country.
June 14, 2008 Sushi and Sake Festival
Long Beach, California
June 19, 2008 Summer Food & Wine Festival
Costa Mesa, California
July 17-19, 2008 Robert Mondavi Winery's Taste3
Napa Valley, California
Join Robert & Margrit Mondavi and 400 chefs, sommeliers, artisans, authors, executives, journalists and thought leaders in wine, food and the arts for Robert Mondavi Winery's 3rd annual Taste3 Conference. Thought-provoking presentations and world-class hospitality for the ultimate networking opportunity for wine and food lovers.
Aug 29-Sept 1, 2008 Slow Food Nation
San Francisco, California
The world's most pressing questions regarding health, culture, the environment, education, social justice and the global economy are all deeply connected to the food we eat and how it is produced. Slow Food Nation is an event at the center of a movement with national impact and global implications. It will engage tens of thousands of attendees in learning how everyday choices affect our wellbeing, our culture and the health of the planet. The event will bring hundreds of farmers and food artisans from across the country to present an extraordinary range of foods and preparation techniques. It will offer activities for all ages, including food, music, talks, forums, workshops, films and exhibits, all highlighting food that supports an agricultural system that is good, clean and fair.
August 30, 2008 Long Beach Crab Festival
Long Beach, California
September 6, 2008 Food & Wine Classic
Temecula, California
Taste award winning wines from 22 of wineries, paired with samples of gourmet food from local chefs. Proceeds benefitting Jacob's House.
September 7, 2008 Monrovia Food Wine & Jazz Festival
Monrovia, California
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September 14, 2008 17th Annual NatureSweet Carmel TomatoFest
Carmel, California
This was the FINAL Carmel TomatoFest. Gary Ibsen announced his retirement from continuing the Carmel TomatoFest Event after 17 years.
September 19-20, 2008 Festival of Fruit: Year of the Avocado
Orange County, California
September 21, 2008 Polo in the Wine Country
Oakmont, California
An afternoon of live jazz, gourmet food, polo matches, and wine and beer tasting.
September 27, 2008 Fair Oaks'toberfest 2008
Fair Oaks, California (bad link: www.fairoaksbrewfest.com )
Unlimited Beer Tasting of over 40 different beers, Great Food from local vendors, & Live Music all in beautiful Fair Oaks Park
October 2-5, 2008 Loose Goose Wine Festival
Santa Clarita Valley, California (bad link: www.loosegoosewinefestival.com/ )
Southern California’s largest wine encounter, the Loose Goose Wine Festival presents two extraordinary days of wine tasting from up to 100 domestic and international wineries, an array of luxury-related vendors, fantastic food, brilliant music and entertainment, celebrity guests and amazing wine-focused demonstrations.
October 7, 2008 International Symposium on Living with Potatoes
Fresno, California (website no longer exists)
The objective of the ISLP'08 is to provide an international forum for sharing and exchanging information amongst the growers, associations, academicians, researchers, students, practitioners, and government who are interested in promoting the sustainability of potatoes–one of the top three staple foods.
October 11, 2008 San Francisco Magazine’s FallFest 2008
San Francisco, California
FallFest is on haitus for 2009. But, we are planning on celebrating the season with FallFest next October 2010. (Brings together local restaurateurs, winemakers, and epicurean artisans for an inspiring day of premier food and wine tasting, chef demonstrations, and live music.)
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October 18, 2008 Suds on the Green East Bay
Fremont, California
A unique beer Festival Unlimited Beer Tasting of over 30 different breweries, but with a twist. The complete brewfest is located directly on the final hole of the National Golf League's Regional Tournament.
November 6-9, 2008 Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert
Palm Desert, California
Join us for four fabulous days of food and wine tastings, celebrity chef demonstrations, culinary seminars, art, music, shopping and golf - all nestled in Southern California's beautiful Coachella Valley.
November 13, 2008 Autumn Food Bazaar
Fresno, California
California’s oldest Armenian congregation, The First Armenian Presbyterian Church of Fresno marks 15th anniversary of the publication of the church’s recipe collection, “A Hundred Years and Still Cooking”
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