Nov 16 - 18, 2023

Presentations and Stages

A unique opportunity to learn from expert sommeliers, cicerones, and mixologists about their favorite beverages. In this special chance to sample, learn, ask questions, and discuss various beverages with a professional, you can expand your palate and dive into the details of your favorite drinks.

Beverage Tasting Sessions range from 10 to 40 tasting tickets depending on the number and type of beverages being sampled. Tasting sessions include 3-6 samples and are approximately 30-45 minutes long. Each session is limited to 24 seats.

Tasting Sessions

Must Haves! Reds from Around the World
November 17, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Ray Isle
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting
Exploring the Light Side, Lager, Wheat & Table Styles
November 17, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Ben Darcie
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
The History of Michigan Spirits and Bourbons
November 17, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Nate Blury
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
Sip & Stir Fusion Matchup
November 17, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Vincent McIntosh, Kavy Lenon
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
Wine & Chips? Flavor Flights
November 17, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Jonathan Pullis
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting
Beer Curious? Pro Tips for a Tastier Taproom Experience
November 17, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Steph Harding, Jason Ley
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
Exploring the Light Side, Lager, Wheat & Table Styles
November 18, 2023
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ben Darcie
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
Wine & Chips? Flavor Flights
November 18, 2023
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Jonathan I. Strietzel, Vincent Morrow
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting
Exploring Michigan Black Spirits
November 18, 2023
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Lazar Favors
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
Historical Beers & Styles
November 18, 2023
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Levi Knoll, John “Gonzo” Gonzalez
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
What about those Sparklers?
November 18, 2023
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Joe Borrello
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting
War of the Rosés
November 18, 2023
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Jamiel Robinson, Jonathan Jelks
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
Wine & Chips? Flavor Flights
November 18, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Jonathan I. Strietzel, Vincent Morrow
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting
Beer Curious? Pro Tips for a Tastier Taproom Experience
November 18, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Steph Harding, Jason Ley
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
A Sip of Reflective Diversity, The Emerging Wine Culture
November 18, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Nicole Roché Triplett
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
Exploring Sours
November 18, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ben Darcie
Beer City Station: Beer Tasting
War of the Rosés
November 18, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Jamiel Robinson, Jonathan Jelks
The Vineyard: Spirits Tasting
What about those Sparklers?
November 18, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Joe Borrello
The Vineyard: Wine Tasting

Meijer Food Stage Presentations

Deconstructed Fattoush + Hummus Appetizer
November 16, 2023
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Hannah Awada, Karen Akouri
Featuring Hummus Goodness & drench Dressing
Deconstructed Fattoush + Hummus Appetizer
November 17, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hannah Awada, Karen Akouri
Featuring Hummus Goodness & drench Dressing
Italian Meatballs & Dirty Martinis
November 17, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Gina Ferwerda
Empanadas, Collaborative Cooking for the Win
November 17, 2023
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paola Carlson, Jorge Gonzalez
Yellow Rice Beef Bowl
November 17, 2023
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Chef Jeff Brandon
 
Charcuterie Board and a 7 Layer Taco Dip
November 17, 2023
8:30 pm - 9:00 pm
AJ Shepler
Featuring Hannah Awada, Owner of Hummus Goodness
Vegan Pad Thai & Pho with Thai Feast
November 18, 2023
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Chef Genevieve Vang, Jessica Ann Tyson
Food should be fun and it's most fun when you share it with others.  Featuring Chef Genevieve's Thai Feast Products.
Italian Meatballs & Dirty Martinis
November 18, 2023
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Gina Ferwerda
Deconstructed Fattoush + Hummus Appetizer
November 18, 2023
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hannah Awada, Karen Akouri
Featuring Hummus Goodness & drench Dressing
Empanadas, Collaborative Cooking for the Win
November 18, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Paola Carlson, Jorge Gonzalez
Yellow Rice Beef Bowl
November 18, 2023
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Chef Jeff Brandon
Brand, Community & Culture
November 18, 2023
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Vincent McIntosh

Music at the Festival

Friday, November 17

Sam & Chris Corey Band

4-6pm | The Grand Gallery

Max Gage

6:15-8:30pm | The Grand Gallery

Fred Knapp Trio

6:30-8:30pm | The Vineyard

Jake and Jimmy Band

6:30-8:30pm | Beer City Station

Saturday, November 18

Jeremy Verwys

2-4pm | The Grand Gallery

Dutcher Snedeker

4:15-6:15pm | The Grand Gallery

Laura Bennet & Mark Kahny

6:30-8:30pm | The Grand Gallery

Third Coast Swing Band

6:30-8:30pm | The Vineyard

Asamu Johnson and the Associates of Blues

6:30-8:30pm | Beer City Station

The Vineyard Music Stage
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Beer City Station Music Stage
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