Although the festival had very humble beginnings, it is quickly becoming North Carolina's premiere local food festival of the season. Featuring over 23 chefs, 11 local breweries, 3 bands (Big Fat Gap, Loamlands, and Steph Stewart & the Boyfriends), and more, this event aims to spread the superfood power of the plentiful peppers of the Piedmont. There will also be lots of activities for the kids.
Here is a sampling of the vendors who will be attending:
- 518 West
- Angelina’s Kitchen
- Bean & Barrel
- Benjamin Vineyards & Winery
- Cantina 18/18 Seaboard
- Carolina Brewery
- CCCC Natural Chef Culinary Program
- City Tap
- Crude Bitters & Soda
- Four Saints Brewing Company
- Groundworkk
- Galloway Ridge
- Glasshalfull
- Green Planet Catering
- Herons at The Umstead Hotel and Spa
- La Residence
- Lilly Den Farm
- Lonerider Brewing Company
- Lucky 32
- Market Restaurant
- Mez
- Mystery Brewing Company
- Oakleaf
- Rozelets
- Sitti
- Steel String Brewery
- The Fearrington Granary
- Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery
- Trali Irish Pub
- Vivace
Tickets are $30 or $35 at the entrance, which includes all-access to food and entertainment. Kids under 12 get in free. Beverages are cash bar. You can purchase tickets online directly from the Abundance Foundation, or at the gate.
If you're a foodie, music and beer/wine lover, or just love all-things-pepper, I hope you'll join me for this family-friendly event next Sunday!
If you're a foodie, music and beer/wine lover, or just love all-things-pepper, I hope you'll join me for this family-friendly event next Sunday!
