INCLUDED EVENTS
Date:
Friday March 2
Time:12:00 – 3:00 pm
Location:Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Road
Wind your way through the luscious beauty of America’s oldest landscaped gardens just in time to enjoy the radiant bloom of centuries-old camellias and daffodils. Along the way, you’ll meet nine featured Festival winemakers who’ll be offering special varietals selected for this afternoon at Middleton Place, a National Historic Landmark. The winemakers and local chefs will join you in the pavilion for a sumptuous lunch. If you’re taking the shuttle, a docent will provide you with the fascinating history behind this 18th-century institution.
Shuttle departs from Francis Marion Hotel (387 King Street) at 11:30 am and returns at 3:30 pm.
* Comfortable shoes and cameras are a must. Handicapped accessibility is limited in the gardens.
**Note: Ticket holders who drive to Middleton Place and wish to tour the House Museum (circa 1755) are eligible for discounted tickets.
Featured Wineries:
Edmund Barker, Barker’s Marque Wine, Marlborough, New Zealand
Spencer Clark, Amizetta Estate Family Winery, St. Helena, CA
Frank-Lin Dalle, Chateau de Campuget Winery, Rhone Valley, France
Brett deLeuze, ZD Wines, Napa Valley, CA
Andrew Rich, Andrew Rich Wines, Carlton, OR
Joseph Drouhin, Burgundy, France
Torres, Spain
Marta Magnabosco, Maurizio de Rosa, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, Italy
Saxon Brown Wines, Sonoma, California
Lillet Bordeaux, France
Water provided by FIJI Water
Date:
Saturday March 3
Time:11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location:Marion Square
Expect to be impressed by the revamped Culinary Village as well as by the AAA Vacations/Azamara Club Cruises + Piggly Wiggly Taste of the South Grand Tasting Tents. They’ve gotten so popular that we’ve had to expand by taking over Marion Square! Over 90 food, wine and spirit stations serving samples of products from across the country are blended together at this Festival hot spot. The perimeter tents feature the SCE&G Celebrity Kitchen (home of the Thermador Cooking Competitions), Charleston Cooks! Retail + Book Signing Tent, Palmetto Cheese Culinary Hub (showcasing specialized food talks and hands-on demos), our official Festival merchandise boutique, BB&T Lounge, Whole Foods Market Wine Shop and the Stock Yards Angus Beef and Sterling Silver Outdoor Living + Grilling Area (complete with a FIJI Water Lounge, sit-down grilling demos and more).
*Note: When purchasing a Saturday ticket, each guest MUST select a specific time for entry into the Grand Tasting Tents. Guests will have unlimited access (from 11 am – 6 pm) to all of the other tents.
Date:
Saturday March 3
Time:4:00 – 6:00 pm
Location:Governor Thomas Bennett House, 69 Barre Street
Step back in Charleston time as you enter the majestic world of the city’s historic architecture. At the Governor Thomas Bennett House (circa 1825)—which features a free-flying staircase and spacious piazza looking out onto a beautiful traditional garden—you’ll get a chance to meet and chat with celebrity authors while enjoying an early evening replete with classic Southern hospitality, hors d’oeuvres, and wine poured by Gary Brookman of Miner Family Vineyards.
Featured Wine:
Miner Family Vineyards, St. Helena, CA
* Cookbooks are sold separately on-site by Charleston Cooks!
Date:
Saturday March 3
Time:9:00 pm - midnight
Location:Bus Shed, 375 Meeting Street
Price includes commemorative item.
Let your hair down and get in touch with your wilder side at this hot spot for young professionals, guest VIPs, and anyone else who’s ready for a night of sizzling city street action. As you walk down the street, amazing food carts and trucks will tempt you with their scrumptious late-night munchies—think sliders, tacos, and shrimp dumplings—and your sweet tooth will be deeply satisfied by the goodies served up by the pastry chefs working their sugary magic. Along the way, you’ll happen upon our street-style performers and dancers and enjoy the specialty cocktails, wine, beer, and bubbles served up by top bartenders. Come party with us by hitting the street after hours!
Featured Beverages:
Hendrick’s Gin
Kaiken, Argentina
Milagro Tequila
Pascual Toso, Mendoza, Argentina
Vina Santa Ema, Chile
Water provided by FIJI Water
Coffee provided by Charleston Coffee Roasters
Date:
Sunday March 4
Time:5:00 – 8:00 pm
Location:Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside Street
Price includes commemorative item.
Southern pitmasters are helping us draw the Festival weekend to the perfect close. Ten local and national ‘que maestros are going to be pitted against each other to see who can prepare the most finger-licking good barbequed whole hog, brisket, chicken and fixings. Upon entering, you’ll receive a token so that you can vote for your favorite and see how your choice compares to that of our celebrity judges. Ice-cold beer, wine and cocktails will quench your thirst, and our favorite acoustic quartet—The Bushels—treat us to their bluegrass music. And don’t forget to pick-up a Moonpie!
Featured Winery:
Childress Vineyards, Yadkin Valley, NC
Featured Spirits:
Jim Beam
Water provided by FIJI Water
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