Guests will be able to eat, drink and shop their way through more than 40 vendors of meats, pasta, jams, wine and all things tasty. It’s a rare opportunity to meet and shop with local food artisans, while tasting their products.
It’s also a great place to get inspiration for a “Made in Memphis” picnic. Festival organizer Cristina McCartor shared some of her favorite ingredients for a delicious picnic spread.
What’s a picnic without a nice cheese board?!
Cristina’s company Feast and Graze sells cheese and charcuterie boards ready-to-eat with all the fixings.
If you are more of a DIY person, Cristina says you should definitely consider a trip to Murray's Cheese inside Kroger. Not only can they help you find some nice cheese, but they also help you find a nice wine to pair it with.
Don’t forget a refreshing libation.
Memphis company Cane & Herb has an amazing selection of simple syrups to elevate any mocktail or cocktail. Or stop by a local brewery like Meddlesome Brewing for a variety 6-pack to create your own beer tasting while you snack.
Lastly you will need a dessert.
Cristina says the strawberry lemon sweet rolls from Rollin Memphis will be everything you need and more to satisfy the sweet craving.
Top that with a bottle of prosecco and you have a complete successful picnic!
This is Jennifer Chandler with The Weekly Dish Bon Appetit!
Craft Food & Wine Festival is from 3-7 p.m. on June 25 at The Columns at One Commerce Square. For tickets and more information, visit www.citytastingexperiences.com.
