Wilton Manors' 12th Annual Taste of the Island to Unite Foodies for a Good Cause
WILTON MANORS, Fla., Oct. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- This Fall, the 12th Annual Taste of the Island will once again tantalize the taste buds of patrons. With more than 20 local restaurants and bars in the greater Wilton Manors and surrounding areas participating, guests will have the opportunity to sample the best food and beverage options South Florida has to offer.
The 12th Annual Taste of the Island will take place on Monday, November 13, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the beautiful Richardson Historic Park and Nature Preserve (1937 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, Florida 33305). Everyone is invited to explore a wide range of culinary delicacies and specialty beverages not only enjoyed by local Wilton Manors residents, but attendees from surrounding Broward, Dade and Palm Beach counties as well.
"The City hosts more than 40 events and festivals per year, and Taste of the Island is always a crowd favorite," said Mayor Gary Resnick. "Hosted in one of the City's most majestic parks, Taste of the Island is a foodie lover's dream come true."
A staple event in the City of Wilton Manors, Taste of the Island is sure to be a memorable evening. This year's event will feature local favorites such as Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, Kelly's Landing, Funky Buddha Brewery, Trader Joe's, Chef Ray, LLC, Croissan'Time, Garlic Knot, Spatch Peri-Peri Grilled Chicken and many more!
The 12th Annual Taste of the Island is made possible by the tremendous support of the Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board, Waste Management, Sterling Accounting, and the City of Wilton Manors, among others.
"In addition to just being one of the most fun events of the year, Taste of the Island raises funds to help support area nonprofits and city programming throughout the year," said Resnick. All proceeds from Taste of the Island will benefit the Wilton Manors Historical Society, the Kiwanis Club of Wilton Manors, the City of Wilton Manors' Leisure Services Department and the Wilton Manors Development Alliance.
To view a complete list of event sponsors and participating restaurants and bars, visit http://tasteoftheisland.org/.
Tickets are currently on sale at http://tasteoftheisland.org/ through November 13, 2017. Paper tickets may also be purchased through November 13, 2017 at Wilton Manors City Hall, 2020 Wilton Drive; Hagen Park, 2020 Wilton Drive; the Richard C. Sullivan Public Library, 500 NE 26th Street, and Sterling Accounting, 2435 N. Dixie Highway. Ticket prices begin at $30 per person and will be raised to $35 per person on November 1, 2017. Tickets will be limited to the first 700 guests.
Event parking will be available at City Hall (2020 Wilton Drive) and Hagen Park (2020 Wilton Drive). A free shuttle will be transporting guests from the parking lots to the event entrance.
For more information, please call (754) 551-5611 or visit http://tasteoftheisland.org/.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILTON MANORS
Wilton Manors was laid out in 1925 by Edward John "Ned" Willingham, a land developer from Georgia, as an upscale residential community. It was recognized as a Village in 1947 and incorporated as a City in 1953. Today, the City of Wilton Manors offers all the benefits of a big city from shopping, to hip restaurants and bars, a burgeoning arts community and tons of community events, yet still maintains a cozy, community-feeling offering miles of natural waterways perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding and other outdoor activities. Recently named the "Second Gayest City" in the United States, the City of Wilton Manors celebrates a diverse population of approximately 12,000 residents. To learn more about the live, work and play opportunities in Wilton Manors call (954) 390-2100 or visit www.wiltonmanors.com.
CONTACT: George Medeiros, (754) 551-5611 ext. 906 (or) [email protected]
SOURCE City of Wilton Manors
Share this article