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2012 MASSACHUSETTS 2012
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
(see also: 2011 - 2010 - 2009 - 2008)
January 16-22, 2012 21st Annual Boston Wine Expo - Boston, Massachusetts
The largest trade and consumer wine event in the country with over 450 wineries from around the globe and over 1,800 wines for you to sample.
February 27, 2012 The Greg Hill Foundation 637 Days Event - Boston, Massachusetts
Join The Greg Hill Foundation in our 637 Day Celebration. Enjoy a night of great food, drinks, celebrity guests, silent and live auctions at James Beard winner, Michael Schlow's, TICO in Boston. Help us celebrate the 637 days of The Greg Hill Foundation helping local families in need.
March 6, 2012 Taste of the South End - Boston, Massachusetts
Over 40 of the finest restaurants from Boston’s hottest culinary destination. A night you won't forget at the Boston Center for the Arts, Taste of the South End benefits the AIDS Action Committee of MA. For under $100, you can experience unlimited food and wine sampling from Boston's best kitchens. For slightly more, you can experience Taste of the South End as a VIP, gaining early entry to the tasting room and enjoying special VIP benefits.
March 11-13, 2012 New England Food Show - Boston, Massachusetts
The largest regional trade event serving buyers and suppliers in the foodservice and retail markets. Co-located with International Boston Seafood Show.
March 11-13, 2012 International Boston Seafood Show - Boston, Massachusetts
Co-located with Seafood Processing America, is North America’s largest seafood exhibition, attracting close to 18,000 seafood buyers and sellers from across the globe.
March 11-13, 2012 Seafood Processing America - Boston, Massachusetts
Co-located with the International Boston Seafood Show.
March 22, 2012 13th Annual Flavors of Neponset Valley Gala - Foxboro, Massachusetts
An elegant, upscale evening that is simply not to be missed. Sample sensational fare from fantastic food and beverage stations staffed by the area’s finest restaurants, caterers, vineyards, breweries, spirits, confectioners, and more. Bid on great wines, gourmet gift baskets, restaurant gift certificates and more in our Silent Auction. Hosted by Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce at Christina's.
March 26, 2012 A Spoonful of Ginger - Boston, Massachusetts
An annual food-tasting event to promote awareness and raise funds for diabetes care and research, bringing together the area's most celebrated chefs.
April 5, 2012 20th Annual Waltham Food and Wine Festival - Waltham, Massachusetts
Enjoy an elegant evening of food prepared by some of Waltham's finest restaurants and music by the Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra. Sip champagne while placing bids at the silent auction.
April 12, 2012 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation - Boston, Massachusetts
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 13-14, 2012 Commercial Marine Expo 2012 - New Bedford, Massachusetts
Held at State Pier, this is North America's only in-water commercial trade show for marine industries including commercial fishermen, fish processors, tug/barge, security, passenger vessels and more.
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2011 MASSACHUSETTS 2011
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
waiting for new dates
January 30, 2011 CityFeast: Dining Out to Conquer Diabetes - Boston, Massachusetts
Please join us for a five-course dinner with wine pairings at your choice of one of Boston’s exclusive North End restaurants. Proceeds benefit Joslin Diabetes Center’s High Hopes Fund.
March 7, 2011 9th Annual Worcester Wine & Food Festival - Worcester, Massachusetts
This annual event brings people together from the entire greater Worcester community to taste fine wines from both domestic and international winemakers and to sample signature dishes from some of the finest local restaurants, caterers and specialty food
March 28, 2011 7th Annual A Spoonful of Ginger - Boston, Massachusetts
A fabulous evening of fine food and exquisite art - held in the new Art of the Americas Wing at the Museum of Fine Arts - will bring together Boston's finest chefs to raise funding and increase awareness of the growing incidence of diabetes among Asian Americans.
May 2, 2011 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation - Worcester, Massachusetts
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.
May 14, 2011 The World's Largest Pancake Breakfast - Springfield, Massachusetts
A great way to meet neighbors and friends as the community sits down at Springfield’s breakfast table in celebration of the city’s May 14, 1636 founding. Serving thousands of people, volunteers prepare the menu including pancakes, coffee, juice and milk. The breakfast table runs down Main Street from Tower Square to Court Square.
May 14, 2011 The Hot Dog Safari - East Boston, Massachusetts
An entire day of food and fun, all to benefit the Joey Fund for Cystic Fibrosis. The event, which was founded in 1989, features a dozen kinds of hot dogs, other delicious foods, and tons of fun for up to 30,000 people seeking the best hot dog in New England. Attendance: 30,000.
May 18, 2011 NuPath's A Taste of Spring - Woburn, Massachusetts
An evening of delicious tastings by 25 food purveyors, a silent auction, raffles, and door prizes. All proceeds benefit programs for 350 adults with developmental disabilities.
May 18-22, 2011 15th Annual Nantucket Wine Festival - Nantucket, Massachusetts
Over the past 134 years the Nantucket Wine Festival has blossomed into one of the nation's most celebrated wine and food events
June 7-9, 2011 29th Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl - Boston, Massachusetts
Since its inception in 1983 this annual event has raised more than $2.65 million for cancer research and care. Come out and sample more than 40 flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet and gelato at the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festivval. Attendance: 30,000.
June 11, 2011 Strawberry Festival - Topsfield, Massachusetts
Bowls and bowls of fresh strawberries, whipped cream and piles of shortcakes are prepared and served by our volunteer members. Enjoy community booths, Friends of the Library book sale, live music and plenty of games for the kids.
June 16, 2011 26th Annual Taste of the Vineyard Gourmet Stroll - Edgartown, Mass.
This is your chance to sample the Vineyard's best food, wine and hand-crafted beers from more than 75 outstanding fine food and beverage participants. The event is held on the Old Whaling Church Lawn.
June 16, 2011 Fresh Taste - Wellesley, Masachusetts
Like food? Like wine? Like having a good time? Then FRESH TASTE is just right for you! 5th annual event. Welcome the area’s most talented and sought-after chefs.
July 3, 2011 30th Annual Boston Chowderfest - Boston, Massachusetts
Held at City Hall Plaza, the event will bring restaurants from all around metro-Boston to compete for the title of 'Boston’s Best Chowder.' Over a thousand gallons of New England’s signature dish will be ladled out to a crowd of over 11,000 enthusiastic chowder-samplers in this fun-filled Boston tradition. Attendance: 11,000.
JULY 4, 2011 - There are so many events on this day that they are too numerous to list. Virtually every community in the U.S. has a 4th of July celebration.
July 16, 2011 SandwichFest Street Fair - Sandwich, Massachusetts
Hometown fun - Best Sandwich in Sandwich competition, $10,000 Raffle, Pup Tricks Competition & Parade, Street Vendors & Farmers Market, Live Entertainment, Sandwich Bag Races, Sandwich Artisans Show & Sale, Heritage Museums & Gardens Antique Car Show and Sandwich Food Pantry donation location.
July 17, 2011 Northern Berkshire Food Festival - North Adams, Massachusetts
Featuring the cuisine of top area restaurants along with micro brewed beer and wine tasting, the festival provides a pleasant environment to sample a variety of different entrées, socialize, and enjoy music and a wide array of arts & crafts.
July 26, 2011 17th Annual Father Bill's & MainSpring FoodFest & Auction - Quincy, Mass.
The premier outdoor summer event. More than 1,000 attendees enjoy live entertainment, delicious food and beverages, raffles, door prizes and live and silent auctions all for a great cause. Generous samples will be served by forty of the South Shore's most notable restaurants and bakeries.
August 14, 2011 4th 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 18-21, 2011 101st Annual Fisherman’s Feast - Boston, Massachusetts
This is Boston's oldest continuous Italian festival. This is an annual event that began in Boston in 1910 and is based on a tradition that goes back to the 16th century in Sciacca Sicily. Attendance: 100,000 to 200,000.
August 27, 2011 4th Annual Summer Brewfest - Webster, Massachusetts
Showcasing local, regional, national and imported craft beers. Live music, a variety of activities and games including paddle boat rides, Pole-ish Horseshoes and more. Food will be available from BT’s Smokehouse in Stoughton, Indian Ranch’s own Tiny Tim’s Café and more.
September 10-11, 2011 32nd Annual Apple Peach Festival - Acushnet, Massachusetts
Each fall Acushnet's growers, artisans, and Historical Society welcome visitors from far and wide to enjoy entertainment throughout the day, a parade, pageant, fresh fruit, pies, cobbler and so much more.
September 18-25, 2011 Tattersall Farm Day - Haverhill, Massachusetts
A New England style agricultural event. Benefits Tattersall Farm, dedicated to agricultural history and preservation.
September 18, 2011 Harvest Fair - Holliston, Massachusetts
Holliston Historical Society Harvest Fair and Open House.
September 23-25, 2011 42nd Annual Bourne Scallop Fest - Buzzards Bay, Mass.
Famous Scallop & Herb Roasted Chicken Dinners * Food Court – Beer & Wine, Chowder, Lobster Rolls, Raw Bar, Hotdogs, Burgers, Desserts and Much More * Juried Craft Show * Non-Stop Entertainment * Midway of Rides & Games. Attendance: 50,000.
September 24, 2011 5th Annual Brew Fest - Amesbury, Massachusetts
Up to 100 beers (just $10 for 10 samples), barbecue, OGO (Outdoor Gravity Orb), tubing rides, and music by 6 live bands on an outdoor stage. Attendance: 2,000.
September 24, 2011 6th Annual Brewfest - Haverhill, Massachusetts
We are anticipating a great turnout with delicious craft beer from approximately 20 local and regional breweries, as well as food and live music.
September 24-25, 2011 Working Waterfront Festival - New Bedford, Massachusetts
Celebrate commercial fishing, America's oldest industry! Join us in New Bedford, America's largest commercial fishing port, to learn about the men and women who harvest the North Atlantic. Walk the decks of a scalloper, dine on fresh seafood, mend a fishing net and watch a Coast Guard rescue demonstration. Experience the workings of the industry which brings seafood from the ocean to your plate.
September 24-25, 2011 32nd Annual Apple Squeeze - Lenox, Massachusetts
Enjoy foods, wines, beers and delicacies from around the world as local farmers display the bounties of this year's harvest. Apples and all imaginable apple recipes abound as you stroll through the Historic Village of Lenox where hay rides, children activities, and live entertainment fill the town with performances of Music, Dance, and Theatre.
October 1, 2011 Boston Local Food Festival - Boston , Massachusetts
A delicious outdoor celebration of the many benefits of local food. The festival showcases affordable, scrumptious local food sourced in the Boston area, Massachusetts, and New England. Festival-goers can engage with farmers, chefs and entrepreneurs, learn from exhibits and demonstrations, and enjoy activities and local music. Attendance: 30,000.
October 1-2, 2011 North Quabbin 13th Annual Garlic & Arts Festival - Orange, Mass.
The food vendors at the festival celebrate the bounty of the harvest through their delicious garlic infused creations. Food cooking demonstrations, garlic, organic produce, agricultural demonstrations & workshops, arts festival.
October 8-9, 2011 Cranberry Harvest Celebration - Wareham, Massachusetts
A great way to see and learn about the picturesque cranberry harvest, while enjoying some old-fashioned family fun. Cranberry bog tours, juried crafters & artisans, cooking demonstrations, music, games and more.
October 14-15, 2011 5th Annual Martha's Vineyard Food & Wine Festival
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Martha’s Vineyard premier food and wine event. Enjoy wines from around the world and foods prepared by chefs from Martha’s Vineyard and New England. Indulge in locally grown produce from sea and Island farms and enjoy world class entertainment. Our Island wide celebration takes you to some of the best restaurants and finest hotels. Enjoy a wine seminar, attend a cooking class, or stroll through the Grand Tasting at the renowned The Martha's Vineyard Chowder Co.
October 15, 2011 5th Annual Salem Harvest Fest - Salem, Massachusetts
Celebrate the season with a sampling of the finest wines, mead and beer.
October 15, 2011 Taste of Home Cooking School - Taunton, Massachusetts
The Sun Chronicle presents the Taste of Home Cooking School. Drop your whisks, grab your friends, & experience the excitement & fun of live cooking demonstrations!
October 15-16, 2011 11th Annual Wellfleet Oysterfest - Wellfleet, Massachusetts
Wellfleet comes alive for a two-day celebration of the town”s famous oysters, clams and shellfishing traditions in this street party that brings together locals and visitors alike for a weekend full of food, frolic, and fun.
October 15-16, 2011 Cranberries Alive! - Carver, Massachusetts
Watch a cranberry harvest from the train, while enjoying live music and other entertainment as the park celebrates this seasonal tradition, with arts, crafts, live entertainment and plenty of food and other exciting events! Stay for all the rides and attractions that make Edaville USA a New England tradition!
October 22, 2011 Exxex Clamfest - Essex, Massachusetts
Several local restaurants will offer their favorite chowder recipes in a competition to determine who serves the best chowder on Cape Ann. Other activities will include arts & crafts, entertainment, food pavilion, Ipswich Ale station, non-profit tables, children's activities and a health fair.
October 25, 2011 Taste of the Region - Franklin, Massachusetts
Sample a variety of delicacies offered from around the region. This fun-filled food festival features an eclectic mix of up to twenty restaurants serving dishes sure to tease your taste buds. Enjoy wonderful music and bid on exciting items in our silent auction. This is an event you won't want to miss!
October 29-30, 2011 The 16th Annual Boston Vegetarian Food Festival - Boston, Mass.
Our Festival brings together an amazing array of vegetarian natural food providers, top national speakers and chefs, and educational exhibitors in a fun and welcoming environment. It is a chance to talk directly to food producers, learn the newest items in the marketplace, taste free food samples, shop at show special discounts, or simply learn what vegetarian foods are available and where you can find them!
November 3-6, 2011 25th Annual Christmas Festival - Boston, Massachusetts
A popular highlight is the Gingerbread House Competition, where celebrated chefs from area restaurants, bakeries and culinary schools create gingerbread masterpieces to be judged by a celebrity panel and sold.
November 5-6, 2011 Franklin County Ciderdays - Franklin County, Massachusetts
A community event celebrating all things apples including orchard tours, cidermaking and tastings, workshops and much more. This is for all who love apples, fresh or hard cider, apple cuisine, apple orchards or just being in New England in the fall.
Nov 5-7, 2011 Women Chefs & Restaurateur's Nat’l Conference - Cambridge, Mass.
Women Chefs and Restaurateurs (WCR), the nation’s leading association representing women in culinary professions.
November 14, 2011 Share Our Strength's 'A Tasteful Pursuit' Touring Dinner Series
Boston, Massachusetts
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.
November 18-20, 2011 New England Food Festival - Plymouth, Massachusetts
Be a part of the 2011 New England Food Festival during the 16th annual America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration. This good-natured competition features the very best soups, chowder and desserts from area restaurants. Celebrity judges and the people vote on which restaurant entry is the best in a variety of different categories.
November 24, 2011 Thanksgiving Day at Old Sturbridge Village - Sturbridge, Mass.
To mark one of just a handful of holidays on the early New England calendar, Old Strubridge Village re-creates various activities from an early New England Thanksgiving Day, including cooking at the hearth, demonstrations of 19th-century table manners, a Thanksgiving sermon, and after-dinner entertainment.
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2010 MASSACHUSETTS 2010
Food & Wine Shows & Local Events
events still waiting for new dates
January 30, 2010 Tour de Champagne - Boston, Massachusetts
Featuring many prestigious Champagnes along with cuisine from some of each host city's most talented chefs, Tour de Champagne provides yet another reason to celebrate the most delightful fruits of France.
May 16, 2010 Taste of Southcoast - New Bedford, Massachusetts
An international sampling of Portuguese cuisine, seafood, Italian favorites, Mexican specialties, sweets, and Massachusetts beer and wine at Custom House Square within New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.
May 26, 2010 Taste Of Cape Cod - Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Cape Cod Restaurant & Food Showcase (also: www.tasteofcapecod.com )
June 18-20, 2010 New England Gourmet Food & Wine Expo - Worcester, Massachusetts
Sample over 1,000 fine wines, beers and spirits from around the globe. Participate in the tastings program and sample high-end wines in the Fine Wine Tasting Lounge. The Chef's stage features education & sampling by celebrity and talented local chefs. The Cheese Corner has presentations and tastings of the countries finest cheeses. French-style entertainment performances. The Art of the Cocktail Stage will engage and entertain. This year’s theme is Wines of California.
June 26, 2010 Great American Food and Music Fest - Foxborough, Massachusetts
Celebrating the rich traditions of classic American fare and music. Legendary purveyors of classic American food, celebrity chefs, extraordinary musicians, and great American wines and specialty cocktails.
September 24-26, 2010 CLASH (Cape Land and Sea Harvest) - Cape Cod, Mass.
( www.ediblecommunities.com/clash/ ) EVENT DISCONTINUED
September 25, 2010 5th Annual Brewfest - Haverhill, Massachusetts
October 10-16, 2010 Dine Out for Farms Week - Gloucester, Massachusetts
American Farmland Trust's inaugural Dine Out for Farms™ is a national, week-long event that will bring together restaurants and customers to support a sustainable future for America's farms. Restaurants across the country will raise funds and awareness for American Farmland Trust's programs that support farms and help save the land that sustains us.
October 14, 2010 NBJ Summit Extension at Expo East - Boston, Massachusetts
Join a panel of successful nutrition industry CEOs and hear how they rose up to where they are and how they’re staying put. How to identify emerging trends, integrate them into your business and capitalize will be the focus on this session.
December 1-3, 2010 Northeast Aquaculture Conference & Expo - Plymouth, Mass.
Among the topics are ocean acidification, new developments in shellfish diseases, water quality, and oyster, clam & finfish culture.
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2009 MASSACHUSETTS 2009
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates
May 31-June 6, 2009 Cape Cod Life's 2nd Annual Food & Wine Festival - Cape Cod, Mass
A showcase of the area’s finest chefs and restaurants in a sampling of unique cultural venues.
August 6-8, 2009 7th Annual Wine & Food Classic - Tanglewood Grounds, Mass.
An aesthetic fusion of great music and wonderful wine and food.
August 15-16, 2009 Sorrento's Chef Marco at Fisherman’s Feast - Boston, Mass.
'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.
October 17, 2009 Fitchburg Forge-In Blacksmith Festival - Fitchburg, Massachusetts
Includes Great Pumpkin Carve.
October 31, 2009 Pudding Hollow Pudding Festival - Charlemont, Massachusetts
BIENNIAL - Next event in 2011. This small-town homage to pudding features lunch, entertainment, sales of sponsors' wares, and tastings. Savor rural New England at its best! See also information about entering this unique Pudding Contest.
November 3, 2009 Starchefs Rising Stars Revue - Boston, Massachusetts
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.
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2008 MASSACHUSETTS 2008
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
waiting for new dates
September 14, 2008 Shellfish Shindig - Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
Come enjoy oysters, quahogs and steamers by the bucket and meet the shellfishermen and women that farm them. This celebration of mollusks will showcase the varied salty delicacies of Massachusetts' waters as well as sustainable aquaculture traditions. Each grower will sell food and Samuel Adams Brewery will provide beer.
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