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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Paella Challenge
Pearl Brewery
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$50 pre-sale, $60 at the door
Top chefs from throughout San Antonio, the United States, and mexico will be coming in for this iron chef style competition to make the best paella; a delicious Spanish seafood or meat and rice entree. San Antonio Executive Chef and Culinary Institute of America graduate Johnny Hernandez of True Flavors Catering and La Gloria Ice House is the event's organizer along with the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber, the Culinary Institute of America, Culinaria, and other generous corporate sponsors. Proceeds benefit the CIA scholarship fund and the Hispanic Chamber's Education Foundation. Come visit the beautiful and historical Pearl Brewery Grounds for this exciting event filled with food, fun, and entertainment!

Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Sip, Savor & Shop
The Shops at La Cantera
6:30 p.m.
$35 pre-sale, $50 at the door
The Shops at La Cantera will host the annual Sip, Savor & Shop event! "Sip" your way through an amazing wine tasting. "Savor" the flavors in San Antonio style with an array of restaurants showcasing their culinary talents. "Shop" at a vairety of retailers offering special shopping incentives and giveaways. This event will showcase the best of San Antonio's Wine, Fashion and Food; you won't want to miss this fun and exciting evening!

Thursday, May 12, 2011
Winemaker Dinners
Various Restaurants
7:00 p.m.
Advanced ticket sales only.
San Antonio's best chefs create exquisite menus that pair up with educated winemakers for intimate dinners around the city. Seize the opportunity to gather and dine with these esteemed guests. There are many delectable options to choose from and we don't envy the decisions you will have to make!

Friday, May 13, 2011
Becker Vineyards Winery Lunch
Becker Vineyards
12:00 p.m.
$65 pre-sale only
Spring is in full swing and the Becker's host a multi-course luncheon at the winery San Antonio and Hill Country Stars will create amazing dishes paired with visiting winemakers who will share their winees and histories with guests. One of our sell-outs every year-book your seat fast!

Black Tie
The Westin La Cantera Resort, Palo Duro Room
7:00 p.m.
$250 per person or tables available. Advanced ticket sales only.
It's back on and better than ever. During this formal evening chefs and winemakers host an intimate gathering of the best cuisines and wines paired with careful consideration. A dazzling mix of entertainment and knowledge, the Black Tie is back with a vengeance and ready for your presence. We have to be honest, seating is very limited. Don't wait on securing your tables or tickets.

Best of Mexico
Villita Assembly Building
7:30 p.m.
$50 pre-sale, $75 at the door
Welcome to the fastest growing event on the schedule. Passion reigns supreme as rich flavors are infused with colorful culture! Trends are shared and demonstrated celebrating all the treasures of Mexico as chefs from Mexico and San Antonio compare and contrast all that Mexican cuisine has to offer. Spirits, (Tequila!) wine and beer play their part too - remember this haute event as you plan your weekend of celebrating in San Antonio!

Saturday, May 14, 2011
Culinaria 5K Run/Walk
The Shops at La Cantera
8:30 a.m.
Now through May 6-$25, May 7-12-$30, Race Day-$35
This is the first 5K event at the Shops at La Cantera and promises to be a hit with the local running community. The smooth and fast 3.1 mile loop course will take runners by all the major shops right down the main streetscape. Runners will start in the parking lot and head south on the road that bisects the old and new sections, finishing the race along the scenic perimeter road and entering back where they started. Post race refreshments include great wine, beer and food offerings shared with good friends. All registrants will receive a cotton Culinaria t-shirt and wine glass.

Wine/Food Seminars
Pending
Wether you're an aficionado or a novice, the wine and food seminars are both educational and your chance for a glimpse into the hot topics of what Culinaria is all about-the food and the wine.

The Grand Tasting
The Grotto at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
7:00 p.m.
$75 pre-sale, $100 at the door
It's the event your friends will be talking about all year - and the one you'll absolutely regret missing! Chefs dazzle your palate with trend oriented fare and a new take on old classics, u the food is just the beginning. San Antonio's famed Riverwalk sets the stage for a night on the town and everything your heart desires at just one event. An array of wines and beverages complement the cuisine and round out an event that also features lively entertainment. You'll cherish your festival glass you receive to commemorate the evening that is simply grand.

Sunday, May 15 2011
Sunday Brunches
Various Restaurants
11:30 a.m.
$60
Start your final day of the festival week off right with one of San Anton's amazing brunches. You can be sure that delightful drinks will be part of the menu as well.

Burgers, BBQ, Beer & Texas Spirits
Location to be determined.
1:00 p.m.
$35
Texans love their burgers, barbecue and beer...and in San Antonio, everyone from our local hangouts to the finest of dining establishments offer their best version of the classic backyard fare. This casual event provides you the chance to sample some of the goodness. Add in craft beer, cocktail or maybe a glass of pinot and you've found a perfect Sunday afternoon.

* All Festival events will occur rain or shine and Ticket purchases are final and non-refundable! We do appreciate your business, but in an effort to keep costs of the tickets down, we must enforce a no refund policy on all ticket purchases.

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