Friend of the Festival, Laura Hewitt

Friend of the Festival, Laura Hewitt

Photo by John Mann Event Photography

Friends of the Festival

The distinction of becoming a Friend of the Festival at the BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival® is the ultimate way to celebrate the event and enjoy all of the benefits of being a VIP at one of the most sought-after food festivals in the country. The Friends program is an exclusive donor program (capped at 75) that provides members with Festival tickets, behind-the-scenes access to events, reserved seating, one-on-one interaction with celebrity chefs and sommeliers, privileges to sold-out events, private parties throughout the year, and so much more!”

The  Friends of the Festival donor program supports the Festival’s 501(c)(s) non-profit mission and lends a hand in raising charitable donations for local culinary scholarships. Friends also receive a portion of the program costs as a tax deduction.

2013 Friends

  • Melinda Allen
  • Cathy + Steve Ballentine
  • Carolyn Bishop-McLeod
  • E. Boineau & Company
  • Christian + Jennifer Clark
  • William B. Farrar, DDS.
  • Ann D. Fitts
  • Melissa Clegg + Todd Frizzelle
  • Stephanie Hall
  • Melonie Hammond-Trace
  • Mr. + Mrs. William Hewitt
  • Christy Irvin
  • Richard Jerue
  • Bettie + Jim Keyes
  • Glenn + Lisa Kline
  • Ms. Peggy Lewis
  • Mr. + Mrs. Robert Maguire
  • Rolf + Sarah Peters
  • Susan + Stuart Porter
  • Nell G. Postell
  • Stuart + Robin Reeves
  • Marsha + Al Scott
  • Scott & Stringfellow
  • Marcia + Denny Seremet
  • Mr. + Mrs. Martin & Kelly Skelly
  • Nancye Starnes + David  Hughes
  • Thom Taylor
  • Barbara + Frank Tribble
  • Andi Volpe
  • Mr. + Mrs. John A. Wallace, Jr.
  • Rick Widman + Linn Lesesne

$5,000 Couple Receives

  • Shuttle Pass for all transportation needs during the Festival weekend NEW!
  • First chance to select tickets for the Critics Dinner and Ticket Launch Party
  • Two tickets to Sponsor Recognition + VIP Party
  • Two tickets to Sneak Preview of  Grand Tasting Tents (Friday from 11:30 to 1:00)
  • Two tickets to Culinary Village (Friday from 2:00 to 5:00)
  • $2,500 in Festival event tickets (certain restrictions apply)

$2,500 Individual Receives

  • Shuttle Pass for all transportation needs during the Festival weekend NEW!
  • First chance to select tickets for the Critics Dinner and Ticket Launch Party
  • One ticket to Sponsor Recognition + VIP Party
  • One ticket to Sneak Preview of  Grand Tasting Tents (Friday from 11:30 to 1:00)
  • One ticket to Culinary Village (Friday from 2:00 to 5:00)
  • $1,250 in Festival event tickets (certain restrictions apply)

Other Benefits

  • Special “Friends Entrance” to all events to avoid lines NEW!
  • Discounted hotel rate during the Festival weekend on select hotels NEW!
  • Invite to Festival Media Breakfast NEW!
  • Friends Reception during the Festival (Date TBD) NEW!
  • VIP Listing on website in special section, in the Ticket Brochure and in Festival Program, insert in Post and Courier
  • Fall Kick-Off Reception and Pre-Festival Dinner
  • Reserved seating at Opening Night Party, Friday luncheons, Lowcountry Jazz Brunch and Rigs, Pigs + Swigs
  • Opportunity to select tickets to key, possible sold-out events after tickets go on sale (based on availability)
  • VIP Gift Bag
  • $5 off Festival Merchandise
  • Invitations to special events throughout the year
  • Percentage of donation is tax-deductible
  • Signed Official Festival poster

Call Austin at 843.727.9998 ext. 8  to become a friend today!