Media Release
September 29, 2016 1:00 p.m.
25th Anniversary Taste of Amelia Island
Friday, November 18th, 6 to 9 p.m.
Omni Amelia Island Plantation – Amelia Ballroom
Nassau County Volunteer Center announces the 25th Anniversary Taste of Amelia Island. This year’s Taste promises a completely re-branded event that sees the return of the Island’s best Chefs offering a sampling of their signature flavors, complimented by a selection of fine wines from San Sebastian Winery, Prestige Wine Imports / Gruppo Mezzacorona, and The Sheffield Family.
Attendees will also enjoy a silent auction that mirrors the food in being a taste of all there is to see, do, and experience on Amelia Island, as well as a 50/50 raffle, live radio broadcast by WKBX K-Bay 106.3 Radio, and the event’s first-ever “Best Dish of the Taste” award, voted on by attendees and announced that evening on the main stage.
The theme of this year’s taste is Giving Back; Looking Forward – A Silver Celebration of Service with the event being a semi-formal, silver-themed event. Tickets are $50 per person and are now available online at www.volunteernassau.org
This Year’s Featured Chefs and Restaurants:
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Horizon’s
The Ritz-Carlton LaMancha
29 South Ahan Thai
Espana Amelia Tavern and Brew Pub
Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen Pablo’s
David’s Restaurant and Lounge The Surf
Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro Crab Trap
Burlingame Restaurant Fancy Sushi
Nana Teresa’s Bakery Peterbrooke Chocolatier
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort – Venue
Edible Northeast Florida Magazine – Media Partner
WKBX KBay 106.3 – Radio Promotion and Event Live Broadcast
Robyn Branch Design – Venue Design and Decorations
Encore Productions, Amelia Island – Audio/Visual Partner
Christina King – Event Branding and Graphic Design
Prestige Wine Imports / Gruppo Mezzacorona – Wine
San Sebastian Winery – Wine
The Sheffield Family – Wine
Resort Talent – Entertainment
Launch Printing and Promotions – Tickets, Posters and Restaurant Voting Piece
Fast Signs – Printing and Signage
Island Flowers and Garden – Vases
Janet Michea – Website Marketing and Graphic Design Support
Rhineland Cutlery – Chef’s Gift
News Leader – Media Coverage
Bid on the following silent auction items:
One Hour Private Charter – Amelia River Cruises & Charters
Stand Up Paddleboard for Two – Kayak Amelia
Kayak Eco-Tour for Two – Kayak Amelia
Two Hour Private Sailing Charter – Windward Sailing
Jet Ski Tour for Two – Flying Fish Adventures Jet Ski Tours
Day Trip for Two – Greyfield Inn, Cumberland Island, GA
One Hour Beach Horseback Tour for Two Adults – Kelly Seahorse Ranch
Tandem Sky Dive for Two Adults – SkyDive Amelia
Dine Around Town Package – Arte Pizza, Café Karibo, Happy Tomato Café, Fantastic Fudge
Private Wine Class for 20 – Total Wine & More
Amelia Island History Package – Amelia Island Museum of History, Fort Clinch State Park, Old Towne Carriage Company
Accommodations: Residence Inn, Amelia Island; Fairbanks House, Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front
Other offers:
Spa Sampler – Magna’s
Customized Classic European Facial – Merle Sea Spa
Selection of Jewelry – Nassau Jewelry Company
Artwork – Plantation Shop Featured Artist, Russ Wilson
Canvas Print on Wood Stretched Frame – Fast Signs
Foursome of Golf (all-inclusive) – Amelia River Golf Club
Waiver of Initiation Fee – Amelia River Golf Club