Epicurean Adventures Await in Charleston, S.C.

01-06-2009

- Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Releases 2009 Culinary Packages -

CHARLESTON, S.C., January 6, 2009 – Celebrated for its classic Southern charm and unrivaled hospitality, the Charleston area is also recognized as a leading U.S. culinary destination.  Visitors to the Charleston area have the unique opportunity to set off on a true American epicurean adventure; exploring the gamut of the county’s finest and most creative cuisines. 

 

Not only is Charleston the home of classic Lowcountry cooking, but it also boasts some of the finest five star restaurants in the South. A prime selection of Charleston establishments have created special epicurean adventure packages designed for the 2009 traveler.

 

Circa 1886 – Four Courses for $49

January 2-31, 2009

Set inside the historic carriage house of the award-winning Wentworth Mansion, Circa 1886 will offer its annual four-course meal for two this January. Priced at $49, menu items include: lamb chops with rosemary-infused Carolina gold rice puppy and white cheddar sauce; duck breast sous vide with green lentil pancake, carrot / pear hash, and maple vinegar pan sauce; as well as sweet potato donuts with buttermilk pecan praline and café latte semifreddo.

 

When booking dinner, guests can also save on accommodations. Wentworth Mansion will complement the satiable savings with a one-night stay for $495, including tax and gratuity. For more information, please call (843) 853-7828 or visit www.circa1886.com.

 

Elliott House Inn – Epicurean Delights Package

December 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009

Historic Charleston's favorite B&B, The Elliott House is a preserved architectural treasure in Charleston’s captivating historic district. Guests are invited to pamper their palettes with the

Epicurean Delights Package, which includes:

·         Two nights’ accommodations

·         In-room fresh fruit and Champagne

·         Dinner for two at 82 Queen

·         Lunch for two at Joseph’s Café

·         Culinary cooking class for two

Rates start at $549. For more information, please call (843) 723-1855 or visit www.elliotthouseinn.com.

 

 

BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival

March 5-9, 2009

Top chefs and culinary experts from around the world will be featured. Highlights will include two Grand Tasting Tents filled with 70+ companies featuring food and wine tastings and interactive activities. Critically-acclaimed chef/restaurateur, award-winning cookbook author and Food Network television personality, Bobby Flay, will be the headlining celebrity chef. For more information, please call (843) 727-9998 or visit www.charlestonfoodandwine.com.

 

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island – Gourmet & Grapes

March 13-15, 2009

The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island will offer guests a five-star epicurean experience this March. The weekend will involve exclusive dinners, tastings, classes and extravagant receptions. The Gourmet & Grapes package includes:

·         Two nights’ accommodations

·         Opening reception

·         Exclusive VIP reception and dinner

·         Chef Expo

·         Lunch

·         Seminars (tastings and classes)

·         Sunday brunch presented by Kiawah Chefs

·         Event gift bag

Rates begin at $2,219 per person, based on double occupancy. For more information, please call (800) 654-2924 or visit www.kiawahresort.com.

The mission of the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is to unify and lead the local travel industry in marketing the Charleston area as an individual, meeting, incentive and group destination to both the domestic and international markets.

 

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