EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - Oct. 21, 2015) -
| WHAT: | The Edmonton Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival, sponsored by Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits, is back for a weekend of indulgence, offering a unique opportunity to explore new products and flavours. The Grand Tasting Hall will overflow with 134 wineries, featuring a distinguished collection of wines from 18 different countries, as well as more than 180 brands of premium spirits, single malt and blended scotches, ports, liqueurs and craft beers. Taste what's new and hot in the adult beverage scene with approximately 70 new-to-Alberta wines, beers and spirits. Bursting with flavour, 30 local restaurants and food purveyors will cook up a variety of gourmet culinary creations. For an enriched tasting experience, knowledgeable industry experts will be on hand to educate and entice. | |
| The Great Big Taste Awards are back at the Festival, allowing attendees to vote for their favourite samples and sips by "starring" them in the Festival App. New-to-the-market products, award-winning wines, beers, spirits, specialty liqueurs and creative recipes will compete to be the crowd favourites. Attendees can also stop by The Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits Onsite Store to pick up their most exciting finds. | ||
| WHO: | Wine, spirit and beer enthusiasts, along with food lovers, will enjoy a tasty selection of mouth-watering culinary delights. It's a weekend of excitement and flavourful fun. | |
| WHY: | To indulge in the art of food and beverage creations brought to light by talented local restaurants and food purveyors, as well as wine, spirit and beer retailers. The Festival presents Edmontonians an exclusive opportunity to sip, sample and savour with friends, family and co-workers. | |
| WHEN: | Friday, November 6, 5 - 10 p.m. | Friday Evening Session |
| Saturday, November 7, 12 - 4 p.m. | Saturday Afternoon Session | |
| Saturday, November 7, 6 - 10 p.m. | Saturday Evening Session | |
| WHERE: | Shaw Conference Centre, Halls A - C | |
Tickets are available online at www.rockymountainwine.com. Sampling coupons are required for sampling and are available for purchase onsite.
Facebook: Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival
Twitter: @rockywinefood
Instagram: @rockywinefood
Contact Information:
Brookline Public Relations
Ashlee Smith
403-538-5641 X 111
asmith@brooklinepr.com
Ashlee Smith
403-538-5641 X 111
asmith@brooklinepr.com