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14th Annual Taste of Wheaton

Date: Sun, May 17th 2009
Additional Time Info: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

The 14th Annual Taste of Wheaton will take place on Sunday, May 17th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm in downtown Wheaton at Grandview Avenue and Reedie Drive.   Download the flyer in English or Spanish.

The Taste of Wheaton highlights the eclectic and diverse restaurants in the downtown area, offering food samples from  participating restaurants at prices ranging from $1 to $5 per “taste.” 
 
This year, the Taste of  Wheaton adds a unique touch to the event by presenting an Ethnic Food and Wine Tasting Pavilion consisting of three tasting tables from three regions of the world: Latin America, Asia and Europe.  Bravo’s ‘Top Chef: New York’ finalist Carla Hall will create a dish to be featured at the European tasting table.

The Ethnic Food & Wine Tasting, hosted by GiraMondo Wine Adventures, will take place from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.  Tickets ($15 per tasting table) will be sold in advance to the general public, and limited spots will also be available on the day of the event.   You must be over 21 and present a valid ID to participate.  For more information on the food and wine tasting and to purchase tickets, click here.

As always, the Taste of Wheaton is an exciting day of music and entertainment for the entire family!  This year's attractions include:

Performances by:
WAMMIE winners Billy Coulter Band and Rumba Club
Urban Artistry
Wheaton Studio of Dance
LC Dreamers
SNAP!

Kids' attractions include rides and the popular video game Rock Band!