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Northeast Kidney Foundation's Chili Challenge
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- Written by Brian
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The Northeast Kidney Foundation is hosting its 5th annual Chili Challenge on November 1st at the Holiday Inn Express in Latham! There will be dozens of vendors and local restaurants showing off their culinary skills and chili recipes at this family friendly event.
Wine, Wing & Brew Fest
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Cost: Free admission. Sampling Cost Applies
Wine tasting both days:
So far there are 8 wineries from the Finger Lakes and Hudson Valley planning to participate
Beer tasting on Saturday:
Sample craft beers from across the state and region. Microbrews will also be available for purchase on Sunday.
$20 admission includes five sample tokens, a wine tasting bracelet and a glass. Additional beer sample tokens may be purchased for $1.00 each.
Access to the festival grounds, main bar and entertainment is free!
Wing Festival on Sunday:
On Sunday, sample hot wings, BBQ wings, and more from area restaurants and caterers.
Admission to the Wing Fest is $5 and includes a Flying Disc plate. Wing sample tickets are $1.25 and can be redeemed at any wing vendor booth for 3 wings.
The Skyride will be operating both days weather permitting, and zipline tours will be running (reservations recommended).
There will be a variety of vendors offering specialty foods and delicacies, plus arts and crafts vendors, a farmers' market, live entertainment and more!
Full details can be found on their website: http://www.huntermtn.com/huntermtn/festivals/summer-festivals-microbrew.aspx
Capital Region Wine Festival
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Saturday, Feb 9 (2013) 1:00p
Proctors, Schenectady, NY
Price: $55, Designated Driver $25
Age: 21 and up
Raise your glass at the Capital Region Wine Festival, our annual tribute to the noblest of fruits, the grape!
Don’t miss the Grand Opening on Friday evening, featuring wine, food and fun. The Grand Tasting on Saturday is an exciting and very popular fundraising event with an international selection of wines as well as foods from the Capital Region and beyond.
You must be 21 years old or older to attend.
Official Site: https://www.proctors.org/events/capital-region-wine-festival
Troy Chowder Fest
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Sunday, Oct 7 11:00a
Downtown Troy, NY
Taste the best chowder in the Capital Region at the 6th Annual Troy Chowderfest in Downtown Troy NY!
On October 7, cast your vote for the best local chowder after sampling your share of samples from about 20 area restaurants, with a range of flavors from vegetable to New England to Manhattan and back
Official site: http://www.troychowderfest.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=46&Itemid=53