48 Hours of Foodie Heaven Begins Sunday, April 14th

People eager to savor the flavors of the multifaceted Florida Keys can do so at the 24th annual ‘Taste of Key West’, a tempting tasting set for 6-9 p.m. Monday, April 15.

The eclectic feast takes place at Mallory Square, the waterfront home of Key West’s world-renowned nightly Sunset Celebration.  Foodies can stroll edibles and drinkables, including seafood, tropical and Caribbean flavors, European dishes and desserts and buy tickets based upon what looks best.

Restaurants and food vendors from across the Lower Keys and Key West donate their staffs’ time and extraordinary culinary talents to create delectable small plates.

A selection of wines from across the globe are provided by Republic National Distributing Company.  A vast selection of beers is also offered.

In addition, a kids’ zone is planned to entertain young attendees.

General admission is free. Food/beverage tickets and packages are now available for purchase at www.keystix.com. There, for $25, you can obtain a foodie voucher to be redeemed for a collectible, imprinted wine or print glass and $20 in food/beverage tickets. Other specially-priced packages are also available, including Date Night and Company options.

Money raised helps benefit The SMART Ride 16, the mid-November bike ride from Mimi to Key West that annually benefits participating Florida Agencies who specialize in healthcare and assistance for people living with HIV/AIDS. This year’s Agencies include AH, Pridelines, Broward House, Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Metro Wellness and Community Centers, Miracle of Love, Inc. and Compass Community Center.

The night prior, the Vintners Dinner at Café Sole, 1029 Southard Street, from 6 pm – 10 pm, will uncork a different kind of “passport to the palate,” AH Executive Director Scott Pridgen notes.

Participating chefs include David Fuhrman and John Correa; dessert will be presented by Lori Shubert of Cupcake Sushi.

There will be of course, flowing grape, too. Wine representatives and winemakers from some of the top wineries and vineyards will be on-hand to pour and discuss their best labels in-depth.

Tickets, at $125-per, are on sale NOW by accessing http://ahi.ticketleap.com/vintners-dinner-2019/

“It’s 48 hours of appreciating good food and wine while spending time with friends old and new,” Pridgen explains. “Great food and drink…smiles, suntans, strollers…plus that waterfront view…it defines ‘Taste of Key West’ in every way.”

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