http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php en erika@charlestonfoodandwine.com Copyright 2009 2009-04-28T17:56:45-04:00 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/WGmEqMu7AjA/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_had_the_largest_independent_recycling_eff/#When:16:56:45Z The annual BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival just wrapped up its fourth year and the recycling efforts made are the largest independent efforts from an event in the Charleston community, according to the Charleston County Environmental Management Department. Due to the success of our recycling program our waste stream was reduced by over 50%, according to Fisher Recycling. In total 3,000 pounds of cardboard and 8,000 pounds of glass were diverted from our landfills. To read the entire release please download the PDF. Press Releases 2009-04-28T16:56:45-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_had_the_largest_independent_recycling_eff/#When:16:56:45Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/sTVje_Lclrw/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/fourth_annual_bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_successful_during_tough_eco/#When:12:22:49Z College of Charleston Office of Tourism Analysis Announces Results of Annual Economic Impact Study Based on the results of the 2009 Economic Impact Study conducted by the College of Charleston Office of Tourism Analysis the 2009 BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival had it’s most successful year yet, despite the difficult economic climate. While the Festival’s financial report will not be out until June 2009, the end of the fiscal year, the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization can report that the Festival will be in the black with a significant increase in its charitable giving. To read the entire release please download the PDF. Press Releases 2009-04-21T12:22:49-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/fourth_annual_bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_successful_during_tough_eco/#When:12:22:49Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/e4MOUnUIjk4/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/fesitval_announces_winners_of_the_2009_certified_sc_grown_cooking_competiti/#When:18:27:31Z On Saturday, March 7 during the fourth annual BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival guests gathered to watch as local and national chefs battled during an electrifying Iron-Chef style competition, sponsored by Certified SC Grown. Audience members decided the winners as a different mystery ingredient; goat cheese, quail, clams and peanuts was unveiled during each competition. MC for the competition was Top Chef's Richard Blais. To read the entire release please download the PDF. Press Releases 2009-04-02T18:27:31-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/fesitval_announces_winners_of_the_2009_certified_sc_grown_cooking_competiti/#When:18:27:31Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/JBovIFMUA2U/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/things_heat_up_in_the_newly_designed_sceg_celebrity_kitchen_located_inside_/#When:19:03:57Z The heat will be turned up in 2009 inside the newly designed SCE&G Celebrity Kitchen during the BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival. Included with the Culinary Village + Grand Tasting Tent Ticket ($45 per person on Friday and Sunday; or $55 on Saturday), the Kitchen will feature daily demonstrations by award-winning national chefs and authors. To read the entire release please download the PDF Press Releases 2008-12-18T19:03:57-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/things_heat_up_in_the_newly_designed_sceg_celebrity_kitchen_located_inside_/#When:19:03:57Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/i-PrQ3s57wI/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/food_wine_festival_and_charleston_magazine_unveil_winning_poster_design/#When:18:54:57Z The BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival and Charleston magazine are excited to announce that Rodolfo Larios Lopez has been selected as the winner of the Official Poster Competition for the 2009 Festival. To read the entire release download the PDF Press Releases 2008-12-18T18:54:57-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/food_wine_festival_and_charleston_magazine_unveil_winning_poster_design/#When:18:54:57Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/_6I-saPr1p8/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/applications_now_available_for_culinary_legends_award_program/#When:17:17:37Z Wanted: Charleston’s top culinary legends—those who have and who are making a significant impact in the culinary community. Applications are now available for the BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival’s annual Culinary Legends Award Program. The competition is free and open to the public and honors three individuals and one organization who have excelled in Charleston’s culinary community or have contributed significantly to the Lowcountry cuisine of Charleston. For the entire release download the PDF Press Releases 2008-12-01T17:17:37-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/applications_now_available_for_culinary_legends_award_program/#When:17:17:37Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/TGvhNPg2o6o/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/volunteer_recruitment_for_the_2009_bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_underw/#When:19:09:24Z Those searching for the perfect way to experience the popular BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival, should consider becoming one of the 150+ volunteers who run and assist with the production of this four-day event. For the entire release download the PDF Press Releases 2008-11-21T19:09:24-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/volunteer_recruitment_for_the_2009_bbt_charleston_food_wine_festival_underw/#When:19:09:24Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/xurXDeQfpC4/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/calling_all_bartenders_exciting_new_mixology_competition_set_for_opening_ni/#When:19:05:08Z Bartenders can now be a part of the action at the 2009 BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival with the new Signature Cocktail Competition for the Salute to Charleston’s Chefs: Opening Night Party, sponsored by Ben Arnold Beverage Company. For this competition, area bartenders can submit a recipe featuring one of the following Brown Forman brands—Chambord, Tuaca, Southern Comfort or Woodford Reserve. Once the recipes are received, tasters will visit area restaurants and try the various recipes. Five finalists will be selected from the submissions to prepare and serve their drink in January for a panel of judges at the Culinary Institute of Charleston’s Palmer Campus inside their new Mixology Lab. To read the entire release upload the PDF Press Releases 2008-11-21T19:05:08-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/calling_all_bartenders_exciting_new_mixology_competition_set_for_opening_ni/#When:19:05:08Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/GvlsXRlVRBU/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/applications_available_for_the_2009_festival_student_chef_assistant_program/#When:18:59:37Z The 2009 BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival, scheduled for March 5-8, 2009, is partnering with local culinary and high school students to develop a Chef Assistant Program. The program gives students the opportunity to be involved in the behind-the-scenes preparation and front-of-the house finishing for a premiere culinary event. Student participants will gain invaluable experience in special event execution and have the opportunity to work with America’s top chefs and acclaimed cookbook authors. To read the entire release upload the PDF Press Releases 2008-11-21T18:59:37-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/applications_available_for_the_2009_festival_student_chef_assistant_program/#When:18:59:37Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/charlestonfoodandwine/ygYu/~3/1Qpm9FYOAaE/ http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/festival_offers_the_best_line_up_of_events_personailities_and_memorable_exp/#When:18:20:21Z The table is set for the fourth annual BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival, March 5-8, 2009. This four-day event will combine Charleston, South Carolina’s best gastronomic experiences into one delicious weekend. Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in the unique flavors of Lowcountry while tasting the epicurean delights of the country’s best chefs, authors and wine makers at more than 50 events throughout the weekend. To read the entrire release upload the PDF Press Releases 2008-11-21T18:20:21-04:00 http://charlestonfoodandwine.com/2009/index.php/newsroom/view/festival_offers_the_best_line_up_of_events_personailities_and_memorable_exp/#When:18:20:21Z