The Fourth Annual Forks & Corks Food & Wine Festival

The Festival at a Glance:
Friday, January 28, and Saturday, January 29
    •    Winemaker events at participating Sarasota-Manatee Originals member restaurants. Visit www.freshoriginals.com/forksandcorks for up-to-date information.
Saturday, January 29; 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.:
    •    Forks & Corks University: Two interactive seminars led by recognized wine experts from around the world: A Passion for Pinot Noir at Michael?s On East, tickets are sold out; Rhône Inspirations and Bordeaux Magic at Michael?s Wine Cellar, 1283 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota; $95 (9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.). A four-course lunch catered by Originals members Andrea's, Euphemia Haye, Ophelia's on the Bay and Ceviche is included. More info and tickets: www.freshoriginals.com/forksandcorks.
Sunday, January 30; noon-4 p.m.:
 Note: The Grand Tasting is already sold out of tickets.

•    The Grand Tasting at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Courtyard. An afternoon made for foodies! Partake of the signature dishes of Originals member restaurants and the best wines from acclaimed guest wineries. Tickets are sold out. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota.

About The Sarasota-Manatee Originals
The Sarasota-Manatee Originals is a not-for-profit organization, founded in 2003, of more than 50 locally owned, independent restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Member restaurateurs are dedicated to preserving the culinary heritage of the Suncoast.

Photos by Rod Millington