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Food & Wine Festival at Ballantyne's Backyard is April 20th

Join in on the fun at the Food & Wine Festival, this morning Chef Jenny gave us a sneak peek

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Today we were digging in to the Food and Wine Festival at Ballantyne!  

Chef Jenny Brule’ joined us today with the details and something delicious to dig into. 

“The Food & Wine Festival has so much to offer that you will want to get your tickets immediately” says Chef Jenny. Come to a world-class, backyard culinary event; bringing together Charlotte’s hottest chefs, artisanal craftsmen, and culinary pioneers with thousands of Charlotte’s foodies. 

Enjoy over 100 different international and local wines, craft beers, and craft spirits in an all-you-care-to-taste affair. “The title says wine but don’t worry, there are all types of adult beverages offered from wine, spirits, beer and seltzers” says Chef Jenny. She adds “I will be preparing a Duck Sausage and Vegetable dish that I know all will enjoy.” Come and let your taste buds be amazed at this delicious culinary experience. The Wines are Fine, just served in a fun environment.

Here is what’s on the Vine:

  1. All you care to taste - Program with 100+ International Wines, Beer, and Spirits in your Souvenir glass.
  2. Great Chefs demos - at the Tasting Theater (first come – first serve).
  3. Great food available - to buy from some of Charlotte’s Pop-Ups, Restaurants and Food Trucks.
  4. Great LIVE MUSIC - selection with bands to keep you dancing through the day.
  5. Pick Some New Favorites - in the Rose’ Garden and enjoy The Sensory Station.
  6. Special VIP Experience Includes - Access to the VIP Champagne Lounge, a bottle of wine and wine bag an extra hour of sampling and FREE water & VIP washrooms

You don’t want to miss this festival, April 20th , 12-6pm at Ballantyne Backyard. Tickets are $49-$89. For more information visit UnCorkTheFun.com.

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