For the first time in the culinary history of this region, a select group of the nation’s most celebrated food and wine producers will play host to visitors at a world-class gourmet celebration. The First Annual San Benito Olive Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, from 11am – 5 pm, at the historic Paicines Ranch, located just 12 miles south of Hollister.
The San Benito Olive Festival is an opportunity to taste award-winning olive oils paired with a variety of premier foods, wines and artisanal creations. Celebrity chefs will showcase the finest ingredients -- the majority of which are produced in San Benito County. Festival-goers will be able to taste creations, as well as mingle and meet the various growers and creators, while enjoying live music, local arts, crafts and the scenic venue.
Tickets: $20/adult, $10/child, $30/VIP (includes wine tasting). Tickets available online at www.eventbrite.com.
The San Benito Olive Festival is a not-for-profit organization. Its mission is to promote awareness and appreciation of the region's world-class agriculture and premier artisans, and to help support community causes with the festival's proceeds.
For more information, please call (888) 503-3373, email info@sanbenitoolivefestival.com or visit www.sanbenitoolivefestival.com.
