Festival Kick-Off Reception
PS7's Restaurant
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Tickets: $50

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

TastePost Wine & Cheese Pairing
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Tickets: $25 (TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE - PURCHASE AT THE DOOR)

SOLD OUT!

Kick off the holiday weekend starting at The Washington Post. TastePost will host the most delectable “happy hour” in town. Sample your way through the room to experience weekend highlights; new world wines from the Kingdom of Navarra; traditional French favorites from The Cote du Rhone, and up and coming favorites from the United States, wine cocktails have even created by savvy mixtress, Gina Chersevani (PS7s). DC’s top culinary talent cooks up cheese inspired courses. Meet Chefs Rob Weland (Poste), Peter Smith (PS7s), Todd Gray (Equinox), Xavier Deshayes (Ronald Reagan Building), and Claudio Pirollo (Et Voila!).). This is a terrific opportunity to get taste, sips and tips from the experts!

Location: The Washington Post 1150 15th Street N.W. Washington D.C. 20005 (map)

The Spirit of the Festival After Hours Reception Hosted by Poste Modern Brasserie
Master Mixologist Gina Chersevani, PS7’s Restaurant, Event Chair
Participating Mixologists:  
Dennis Burns (Aria), Simo Ahmadi (Equinox), and Rico Wisner (Poste Modern Brasserie)
9:00pm – 11:00pm
Tickets: $40 (TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE - PURCHASE AT THE DOOR)
Valentine love letters will be the theme at the historic all-marble building that is a Registered National Landmark and “once was” Post office of yesterday. Come be a spirited sentimentalist as you enjoy cocktails inspired by “love letters”. This special occasion offers you a chance to indulge your appreciation for something different – The cocktail! Spirited creations from aficionados such as: Gina Chersevani (PS7s), Simo Ahmadi (Equinox), Dennis Burns (Aria), and Rico Wisner (Poste) will be on hand to enjoy. Light hors d’ oeuvres will be served in the private atrium room of the Monaco Hotel. Price of admission includes four cocktail tokens.

Location: Poste Moderne Brasserie Adjacent to Hotel Monaco 555 - 8th Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 (map)

Grand Tasting
2:00pm – 6:00pm

TICKETS PURCHASED AFTER FEBRUARY 6TH 
(TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE - PURCHASE AT THE DOOR)
Grand Tasting - Saturday Only:   $95.00
Grand Tasting Sunday Only:   $85.00
Grand Tasting – Two Day Ticket:   $160.00

Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or a new wine lover, the Festival’s main event will delight your palate with 100 international wineries pouring more than 600 wines and a plethora of non-winery participants, including food, for you to sample. Throughout the afternoon, you can taste your way through some of the world’s great wine producing regions including; Spain, France, Italy, Greece, New Zealand, and the U.S.

Location: The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washinton, D.C. 20004 (map)

Demonstrations on the Washington Post Main Stage
2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm & 5:00pm
You’ll want to secure your seat early to watch premier chefs in action as they demonstrate their expertise in the field, matching wine and spirits to delicious cuisine. Chefs Jose Andres (ThinkFoodGroup), Barton Seaver (Alaska Seafood Institute), Claudio Pirollo (Et Voila!), and Patrice Olivon (L'Academie de Cuisine) are just a few of the demonstrations coming to share their talents. Kitchen equipment sponsored by Viking.  

The Washington Post Stage Presents culinary demonstrations by DC finest chefs:

Saturday 2/13
2pm    Chef Barton Seaver with Alaska Seafood Institute
3pm    Chef Claudio Pirollo with Et Voila! Restaurant
4pm    Chef Jose Andres with Think Food Group
5pm    Sweet Green's Nic Jammet 

Sunday 2/14
2pm   Chef Patrice Olivon with L'Academie de Cuisine
3pm   Chef Shannon Overmiller with The Majestic Cafe
4pm   Chef Todd Gray with Equinox Restaurant

 

Street-Fare Food Pavilion
2:00pm – 6:00pm

TICKETS  (TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE - PURCHASE AT THE DOOR)
Food Pavilion Ticket – Each Day:   $30.00

New this year is the International Food Pavilion. This delicious culinary experience will lead your palate to tastes from around the globe paired with premium wines. Enjoy bites of savory Australian Lamb, delicious Alaskan Poached Cod, Mini Falafel, Salad Nicoise, and Homemade Italian Gelato. 

Location: The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washinton, D.C. 20004 (map)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH

DC Central Kitchen Brunch at Ris
11:00am
Tickets: $55

SOLD OUT!

Enjoy brunch at one of DC’s new favorite hot spots – Ris. Newly opened in the West End, Chef Ris Lacoste is one of DC’s most respected and dedicated chefs. Ris will afford us the opportunity to sample her brunch fare paired with delicate bubbles. This festive occasion doubles as a friend-raiser for DC Central Kitchen – the local favorite charity among DC’s culinarians. DC Central Kitchen’s core mission is fighting poverty through job training, meal distribution and supporting local food systems. Proceeds from this event will go directly to “The Kitchen”

Location: 2275 L Street NW Washington, D.C. 20037 (map)

                     

Film Night - featuring Bottle Shock

EVENT CANCELLED

Cancellation/Refund Policy

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Terms

• All tickets are subject to a $2.50 fee.
• Prices include tax.
• By purchasing tickets, you are allowing us to use photographs of you at the Festival for promotional purposes.
• All orders received by February 3, 2010 will be mailed their tickets.  All others will be held at "Will Call".