Summer,
travel and food go together as few things do.
And when you’re talking taking in the myriad food festivals that abound
during the Summer season, there never was a more perfect trifecta. I can attest that there is rarely a more
authentic way to take in a destination—whether you have one day, or one week, to
spare—than through its local food culture.
To
get you going and plotting your next delicious foray, these top seasonal food
festivals from around the country will leave you satiated in more ways than one.
The Atlanta Food &Wine Festival
– when you’re seeking down-home, yet sophisticated, tastes of the South in food
and drink, there’s no better place to be.
This perennial favorite brings together the best chefs and food
purveyors from across the South for an unforgettable three-day indulgence that will
remind you of all the right reasons
that life below the Mason-Dixon line is grand.
(May 31- June 3, 2018; atlfoodandwinefestival.com.)
Austin Ice Cream
Festival – If
you scream for ice cream, then imagine a one-day food festival dedicated to ice
cream and more ice cream! Test your ice cream
eating skills with fun competitions, while feasting on confections from local
creameries for the ultimate sweet indulgence. (June 23, 2018; austinicecreamfestival.com.)
Seattle Street Food
Festival – Coffee
isn’t the only thing Seattle does well.
Try a food festival boasting food trucks, pop-up picnics and more from
local emerging chefs! (July 7-8, 2018;
seattlestfoodfest.com.)
Taste of Chicago – Arriving on the heels of
the 4th of July, the Taste of Chicago offers one more delectable
reason to celebrate. Food lovers convene
on this long-standing Midwest favorite, hosted lakefront in Grant Park, and
adorned by a magical skyline, to indulge in the best of classic Chicago eats
(deep-dish pizza, anyone?) along with nightly live entertainment to keep the
good vibes flowing. (July 11-15, 2018;
tasteofchicago.us.)
Maine Lobster Festival -- Imagine five days devoted to everything lobster! That's what's in store when you head to the annual Maine Lobster Festival. With fun and feasting in high gear, the acclaimed festival centers on celebrating local seafood.
(August 1-5, 2018; mainelobsterfestival.com.)
Wherever
your foodie adventures lead this Summer, you’re sure to find...
Happy Eating!
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