On Friday afternoon, the enriched Culinary Village + Grand Tasting Tents, sponsored by FedEx, officially open. This not-to-be missed hub will feature two exclusive Grand Tasting Tents, each highlighting delectable cuisine, wine and spirits from across the country, an SCE&G Celebrity Kitchen Tent, Charleston Cooks! Book Signing Tent, Certified Angus Beef & Piggly Wiggly Outdoor Living + Grilling Area, a BB&T Hospitality Tent and music by Blue Plantation Band. This year’s FedEx Grand Tasting Tents are set to be the best yet, with guests benefiting from less tickets sold per session, the “Taste of the Festival” Signature Charity Tent and one-on-one interaction with esteemed chefs and beverage professionals.