MEDIA CONTACTS:
Henri Boucher, Show Producer (616-447-2860 / henrib@showspan.com)
Cathleen McDonald, Show Manager (616-447-2860 / cathleenm@showspan.com)
Dianna Stampfler, Show Publicist (269-330-4228 / dianna@promotemichigan.com)
Pairings Offer Unique Tasting Options
at Grand Rapids International Wine & Food Festival
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich) – Plan to be wined and dined in the finest fashion at the 2nd Annual Grand Rapids International Wine & Food Festival, November 12-14, in the Steelcase Ballroom at DeVos Place. Attendees looking to enhance their festival experience can partake in one of four “Pairing” bar-top seatings. New this year is the introduction of a beer pairing dinner, to compliment the three wine pairings offered.
At $25 per person, these limited-seating experiences by The 1913 Room, Bar Divani, Tre Cugini and six-one-six offer a three-course culinary masterpiece paired with chef-selected wines, and in the case of six-one-six, craft beer. Reservations for the “Pairings” are made at the show on a first-come, first-served basis. Each Pairing is limited to 16 seats; see reservationist on-site.
The 1913 Room
Seared Escolar with Béarnaise Emulsion, Sweet Peas and Chervil
Colorado Lamb Loin "Sous Vide", Celeriac Puree
Root Vegetables and Sauce Perigeaux
Gateau Paris-Brest
Thursday, November 12: 5pm / 7pm
Friday, November 13: 4pm / 6pm / 8pm
Saturday, November 14: 1pm / 3pm / 5pm / 7pm
Bar Divani
Breaded Goat Cheese with Tomato Confit and Micro Greens
Wild Mushroom Vol au Vent with Brandy Cream
Beef Tenderloin Vesuvio
Thursday, November 12: 6pm / 8pm
Friday, November 13: 5pm / 7pm
Saturday, November 14: 2pm / 4pm / 6pm / 8pm
Tre Cugini
Ribollita Toscana
Ossibucchi alla Milanese
Cannoli Siciliana
Thursday, November 12: 5pm / 7pm
Friday, November 13: 4pm / 6pm / 8pm
Saturday, November 14: 1pm / 3pm / 5pm / 7pm
six.one.six
winter squash agnolotti . aged goat cheese . brown butter
star anise smoked duck breast . honeyed kumquats . arugula
braised short rib . parsnip pudding . aged cheddar
thursday, november 12: 6pm / 8pm
friday, november 13: 5pm / 7pm
saturday, november 14: 2pm / 4pm / 6pm / 8pm
The 2nd Annual Grand Rapids International Wine & Food Festival is expected to draw some 10,000+ individuals throughout the three days, making it the largest food and wine festival in the state and one of the premier events of its kind in the Midwest. From the connoisseur who lives and breathes for the finer things in life to the novice looking for an introduction to the world of wine, food and other culinary delights, the International Wine & Food Festival in Grand Rapids delivers a grand experience that is sure to please every palette.
For more information about the Grand Rapids International Wine & Food Festival: www.GRWineFestival.com or 800-328-6550
PRODUCED BY:
Wine and Food Festival, LLC 2121 Celebration Dr NE • Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 • 616-447-2860 • FAX: 616-447-2861 www.ShowSpan.com • Events@ShowSpan.com