Festival favorites will be elevated to new heights starting with the Salute to Charleston Chefs: Opening Night Party, sponsored by Ben Arnold Beverage Company. This kick-off event features more than 19 local culinary icons serving small plates from their restaurant specialties, as well as a sampling of wines from across the country and a signature drink from the winner of the second annual Festival Mixologist Competition, sponsored by Brown-Forman Brands. The Opening Night Party is a foodie’s delight, with interactive food stations from 7-9pm, followed by the sounds of The Quentin Baxter Jazz Septets until 10pm. This celebration will feature hand-rolled cigars from Coastal Cigars, a cabana lounge with a silent auction and black-and-white contemporary décor.

*Note: Seating options have changed for this event and now include soft-seating lounge areas and high-top tables.


Featured Pastry Companies:
Charleston Crepe Company
Christophe Artisan Chocolates


Featured Wineries:
MacMurray Ranch
Sonoma-Cutter


Water provided by FIJI Water

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