7th annual festival in Highlands, NC, celebrating fabulous food, exquisite wine, and world-class music
November 9-12, 2023
Includes VIP access to 4 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, and A Shot at Redpmption
Includes VIP access to 4 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, and A Shot at Redemption • Inclusive of all food and beverage - including beer, wine, and spirits• Ability to pick up wristbands in advance of The Grand Tasting and other events at festival box office to allow for quick entry• Exclusive VIP “Fast Lane” entry at each event• VIP Gift Bag with special gifts from our sponsors• Access to VIP area at Truckin’ with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing• Access to VIP area at Main Event with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing• Access to VIP area at A Shot at Redemption with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewingA portion of your ticket purchase will include charitable donations benefiting our non-profit partners and community endeavors including the Louis Osteen Scholarship Endowment at Culinary Institute of America, Friends of Founders Park, Highlands Performing Arts Center, and The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts.
Presented By Wilson GasFriday, November 10, 1:00-4:30pmKelsey-Hutchinson ParkKeep Truckin’ along at our Friday afternoon funfest in Highlands. Nosh on dishes from innovative food trucks and vendors while enjoying craft cocktails and the “Highway to Ale” craft brews area.
Ticket includes:• Menu selections from multiple food trucks and food partners• Beer, wine, and cocktails including access to the "Highway to Ale," featuring tastings from numerous craft breweries• Live music by End of the Line, and special guest Matt KoziolA portion of your ticket purchase will include charitable donations benefiting our non-profit partners and community endeavors including the Louis Osteen Scholarship Endowment at Culinary Institute of America, Friends of Founders Park, Highlands Performing Arts Center, and The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts.
Friday, November 10th, 4-5:30pmHighlands SmokehouseA guided tasting of the agave distillates from Santo Cuviso.
Come enjoy a guided tasting of the Mezcal/Bacanora agave distillates from Santo Cuviso led by partner and North American representative JT Fields, along with Ana Coppel from the Santo Cuviso family ranch. This experience will include hot and cold small bites from Highlands Smokehouse, hosted on the new covered porch.
Presented By Highlands Vacation RentalsSaturday, November 11, 8-10:00pmHighlands Performing Arts CenterGuests will enjoy an intimate shows complete with hosted beer, wine, spirits, and culinary surprises, all while supporting the Louis Osteen Legacy Scholarship at Culinary Institute of America. Bottoms up!*This is a seated event. Seating allocations to be determined prior to guest arrival.*
Ticket includes:• Access to Highlands Food & Wine’s special benefit event with net proceeds going to the Louis Osteen Legacy Scholarship and Highlands Performing Arts Center• Complimentary beer, wine, and spirits• Live concert by the legendary Chuck Leavell, with special surprise appearancesA portion of your ticket purchase will include charitable donations benefiting our non-profit partners and community endeavors including the Louis Osteen Scholarship Endowment at Culinary Institute of America, Friends of Founders Park, Highlands Performing Arts Center, and The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts.*This is a seated event. Seating allocations to be determined prior to guest arrival.*
Presented By Sunday, November 12, 12-3:00pmKelsey-Hutchinson Founders ParkGo to church Highlands Food & Wine-style at A Shot at Redemption, our take on Sunday brunch. Our famous Bloody Mary bar, flavorful bites, and spirits-lifting sounds.
Ticket includes:• Access to the soulful Sunday celebration • Small plates of brunch inspired fare featuring local and regional chefs • Sunday Shindig’s famous Bloody Mary Bar presented by Tito's Handmade Vodka • Enjoy Bloody Marys, Methodical Coffee Bar, Prosecco, and Mimosas• Live music by The War & Treaty, with special guests The Harlem Gospel TravelersA portion of your ticket purchase will include charitable donations benefiting our non-profit partners and community endeavors including the Louis Osteen Scholarship Endowment at Culinary Institute of America, Friends of Founders Park, Highlands Performing Arts Center, and The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts.
Ticket includes VIP access to 5 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, A Generous Pour and A Shot at Redemption
Ticket includes: • VIP access to 5 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, A Generous Pour and A Shot at Redemption• Inclusive of all food and beverage - including sponsored beer, wine, and spirits• Ability to pick up wristbands in advance of The Grand Tasting and other events at festival box office to allow for quick entry• Exclusive VIP “Fast Lane” entry at each event• VIP Gift Bag with special gifts from our sponsors• Access to VIP area at Truckin’ with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing• Access to VIP area at Main Event with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing• Access to VIP area at A Shot at Redemption with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewingA portion of your ticket purchase will include charitable donations benefiting our non-profit partners and community endeavors including the Louis Osteen Scholarship Endowment at Culinary Institute of America, Friends of Founders Park, Highlands Performing Arts Center, and The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts.
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