CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate all
that's worth savoring at the third annual Taste of the Carolinas
festival at Carowinds. Guests can discover some of the finest
Carolina-inspired cuisine as dishes come to life right before their
very eyes.
On Saturdays and Sundays from April 22
through May 14, we're bringing together all things Carolina
from seven different regions: North
Carolina's Asheville/Mountain region, the Outer Banks and
Lexington; Upstate South Carolina,
the South Carolina Barbecue region, Lowcountry and Charleston.
There are some new dishes for guests to experience like Frog
Legs, Smoked Egg and Pork Belly Salad and Bourbon Chocolate
Fritters. Plus, we're bringing back some guest favorites including
our famous Crispy Shrimp and Grits, Mushroom Ravioli with Wild Herb
Butter and Barbecue Ribs!
"What a great way to capture the essence of Carolina culture
than with the one thing everyone loves —food," says Kris Suita, Carowinds executive chef.
"These dishes are a part of our culture and when we prepare them,
it's like cooking for our own families. We put our heart and soul
into these dishes."
A host of celebrity chef demonstrations will be held in
Carowinds' Harmony Hall.
Damaris Phillips, the host of FOOD
NETWORK's Southern at Heart, will sizzle the crowd the first
weekend (April 22) of our festival.
And one of Charlotte's favorites,
Chef Alyssa, who also competed on FOOD NETWORK's Beat Bobby Flay, will show off her cooking
skills April 30 and May 6-7. Chef Alyssa recently launched a product
line of sandwich spreads and dips that are sold in retail
locations: Smoked Chili and Rosemary
Mustard and Champagne Tomato Jam.
Not Just For Foodies
While the event celebrates
mouth-watering Carolina favorites, Taste of the Carolinas is not
just for food lovers. NEW for 2017! Born on the shores of
North Myrtle Beach, we bring you
South Carolina's official state
dance—the Shag. Guests can conquer this easy-going dance as pros
walk dancers through the steps. Also new this year,
professional wood carvers transform a simple piece of wood into
art.
Back by popular demand—wine and beer tastings! Tickle your taste
buds with some of the best grapes and suds from Carolina breweries
and vineyards.
Authentic Carolina cuisine, handcrafted beverages, homemade arts
and crafts, musical performances and more at Carowinds' Taste of
the Carolinas. To view the complete menu by region, see a list of
events, purchase tickets and more, visit carowinds.com.
Please Note: Food and beverages for Taste of
the Carolinas are not included with park admission and are
available for an extra fee. Guests must be 21 years of age or older
to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
About Carowinds
Carowinds is owned and operated by
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, a publicly traded partnership
that is listed for trading on The New York Stock Exchange under the
symbol "FUN." In addition to Carowinds, Cedar Fair owns and
operates ten other amusement parks, two water parks, one indoor
water park, and five hotels. Cedar Fair also operates the Gilroy
Gardens Family Theme Park in California under a management
contract.
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