GALVESTON ISLAND
FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

The third annual, Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival 2012: Wines From Around The World, officially begins April 19th. Pour into bliss this April and join us for a special springtime event that transforms Galveston Island’s Uptown Entertainment District into a food and wine lover's paradise. With specialty food items, culinary events, sophisticated parties, and live musical entertainment, it is sure to be the event of the year. Enjoy wines from around the world paired with delicious local foods, and learn first-rate tips from popular chefs and renowned winemakers.

ENTER TO WIN A WINE LOVERS WEEKEND GETAWAY!

THIS JUST IN! Receive FREE entry into The Grand Tasting in the Park when you purchase a wine paired dinner at either 901 Postoffice or Luigi's Italian Restaurant - a $55 value! Limited Time Offer sponsored by Glazer's. Check out the menus below and get your ticket!

April 20th & 21st:
Vintner Dinners
Various Times @ Select Local Restaurants

Two of the Islands most famed Chefs will be hosting
wine paired dinners at their restaurants
as part of the Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival


Luigi’s Restaurant – April 21st

Chef Luigi Ferre has created a menu that is sure to please the palette. Five courses with a Tuscan-style Italian influence along with perfectly paired wines will transport guests to their favorite Italian family kitchen table. Chef Luigi believes that while you are around his table "For that evening, they will be my familia!"

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Purchase your Wine Paired Dinner at Luigi's Italian Restaurant

901 Postoffice – April 20th & 21st - Friday Dinner SOLD OUT

Elegant, cozy, welcoming and impeccable are just the beginning. 901 Post Office's Chef Stephen Griffith will be serving up a five course meal along with five expertly paired wines in a menu fit for true 'bon vivant'. While elegant you are sure to feel at home at 901 Post Office, historic East End home turned, 'urban chic' eatery.

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Purchase your Wine Paired Dinner at 901 Post Office

April 20th:
Premium Wine Tasting and Gulf Seafood Showcase
6:00pm-8:00pm @ 2226 Strand

The Premium Wine Tasting and Gulf Seafood Showcase returns this year for the true gourmand. Your ticket will include tasting of premium wines from vineyards around the world and decadent gulf seafood hors d’oeuvres from Chef Chris Lopez along with exclusive art exhibits.

This ticket may also be purchased as a package with the Saturday Grand Tasting in the Park. When purchased together SAVE $25 and receive early VIP entry into the Grand Tasting the in Park, skip the lines and have more one on one time with the vineyard representatives and bites from favorite local restaurants. VIP entry begins at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 21st in Saengerfest Park. (Includes souvenir wine glass and festival program with full list of featured wines)

Fresh Seafood Provided by Galveston Shrimp Company
Chocolates Provided By Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

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$85 – Premium Tasting Only Purchase Tickets
$110 – VIP All Tasting Purchase Tickets
- SOLD OUT

* All tickets purchased before April 11th are entered into our second drawing to win a 'Build Your Own Cellar' start of 50 different wines.





April 21st:
The Grand Tasting In The Park
2:00pm-5:00pm @ Saengerfest Park 23rd and Strand

The Grand Tasting in Saengerfest Park is the highlight of the festival. Patrons will embark on a tasting trip through vineyards from all around the world. While getting their wine passports stamped revelers will be able to taste food from the finest restaurants on the island. The fantastic live music and the barrage of artisan exhibits along the park will complete this afternoon of indulgences. Ticket includes souvenir wine glass, event program with complete list of wines, endless samples of over 100 wines (please drink responsibly) and samples of food from favorite local restaurants.


This ticket may also be purchased as a package with the Friday Premium Tasting . When purchased together SAVE $25 and receive early VIP entry into the Grand Tasting the in Park, skip the lines and have more one on one time with the vineyard representatives and bites from favorite local restaurants. VIP entry begins at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 21st in Saengerfest Park. (Includes souvenir wine glass and festival program with full list of featured wines)


$55 – Grand Tasting in the Park Only Purchase Tickets
$110 – VIP All Tasting Purchase Tickets
- SOLD OUT

*All tickets purchased before April 11th are entered into our second drawing to win a 'Build Your Own Cellar' start of 50 different wines.



Sunday, April 22nd

The final day of the festival, Sunday the 22nd, will feature brunches paired with champagnes or wines from the festival.

The M&M Restaurant & Bar

Details: Visit www.mmgalveston.com for menu and reservations or call
(409) 766-7170
Hours: Sundays from 11am-3pm


Bernardo's at Hotel Galvez

Details: Visit bernardosathotelgalvez.com for menu and pricing
Reservations: Call 409-515-2145 or Book at Table at bernardosathotelgalvez.com
Time: 11am-2pm



April 19th:
Shearn’s Restaurant at Moody Gardens

The Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival, 2012: Wines From Around The World will officially commence with a Chaîne dinner at Shearn’s Restaurant at Moody Gardens prepared by the famed Chef Urs Schmid. This is an invitation only event for La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs™ members who will be lending Galveston their palettes and picking the festival’s Grand Champion wines.


March 21st:
Man vs. Wine- Blind Tasting
6:00pm-8:00pm @ Bienville Social
at 323 Tremont Street

Only the brave will take the challenge to sample and judge a selection of over 100 wines. Take the leap and help narrow down the wines to the top 3 reds and 3 white wines.

Ticket includes judging of wines, light hors d’oeuvres, and viewing of the top 5 Official Food & Wine Festival Poster entries. No blindfold needed!

$20 – Purchase Tickets

*All tickets purchased before April 11th are entered into our second drawing to win a 'Build Your Own Cellar' start of 50 different wines.