Seattle, Wash. — March 19, 2018 — The 21st annual Taste Washington festival, March 22-25, kicks off this week and there’s more to celebrate than ever before. For the first time in its history, The New Vintage will rock with a live performance by Los Angeles’ Man Made Time at Fisher Pavilion nestled near the Space Needle Friday, March 23. Take in the synth pop sounds of this world-renowned duo while sipping newly released rosés at the trendy Rosé Lounge or nosh on gourmet bites from local and nationally celebrated chefs and sampling selections from more than 50 Washington wineries.
Double up on your dose of live music by attending the inaugural Taste Washington Sunday Brunch at Quality Athletics March 25 for a sensory brunch experience beyond compare. Hang out with Huxley Wallace Executive Chef and Founder Josh Henderson and Chef Daniel Cox as they serve up brunch pairings to Seattle-based singer/songwriter Kris Orlowski’s original work.
“Taste Washington has something for everyone,” President and CEO of Visit Seattle Tom Norwalk said. “Next week we celebrate the best food, Washington wines and craft ciders the region has to offer, so be sure to purchase tickets to individual events by going to www.tastewashington.org.”
Experience the entire festival by purchasing tickets to these great Taste Washington events:
March 22 – Red & White Party hosted by AQUA by El Gaucho:
Step out in style and sip on classic vintages awarded with scores of 91 points or higher by the nation’s top wine critics and exclusive wine club selections from the region’s most prestigious winemakers and wineries. Learn more at: https://tastewashington.org/red-white-party-2018/.
March 23 – Taste Washington On the Farm:
Take your tastes to new heights by stretching beyond downtown to experience the people – and places – that make up the fabric of our food culture. Learn more at: https://tastewashington.org/taste-washington-on-the-farm/.
March 24 – Taste & Savor Tour:
Walk Pike Place Market, talk one-on-one to eight market vendors and sample locally sourced fare in this extra special, early-morning food tour. Learn more: http://tastewashington.org/taste-savor-tour/.
March 24 & 25 – Washington Wine Seminars:
Pull up a seat at one of the many wine-focused seminars, like A Rhone of Our Own? Single Vineyard Syrahs of Washington or Spotlight: Celilo Vineyard, organized by wine critic and educator Sean Sullivan and Washington State Wine. Learn more at: https://tastewashington.org/seminars-2018/.
March 24 & 25 – Grand Tasting:
With more than 225 wineries and 65 world-class restaurants from throughout Washington State enjoy the best of it all under one roof at this classic event which also features live chef and cooking demonstrations on two stages; the Alaska Mileage Plan Chef’s Stage and the Albert Lee Culinary Experience. Learn more at: https://tastewashington.org/grand-tasting-2018/.
Taste Washington is produced by Visit Seattle in partnership with Washington State Wine.
About Taste Washington:
Taste Washington is the largest single-region wine and food event in the United States, featuring more than 225 Washington State wineries and more than 65 Pacific Northwest restaurants. The 21st annual event will be held on March 22-25, 2018 at various locations in Seattle. Taste Washington attracts more than 6,400 wine and food enthusiasts to the Seattle area. The Washington State Wine Commission launched Taste Washington in 1998 and it is now produced by Visit Seattle. For more information, visit www.tastewashington.org.