Fernwood Bites changes the pace on ­Sunday evening after FernFest into a cozy and exciting food and libation tasting event. Fernwood NRG’s annual ­fundraiser, Fernwood Bites, has been turning heads since 2008. We invite local food and drink artisans to showcase their delicious and unique taste sensations. This year, we are thrilled to be teaming up with local ­business Cook ­Culture as the main event sponsor.

Happening in Fernwood Square on Sunday, June 22, the event features an ­evening of food and drink sampling, live jazz and a silent auction of items donated by local artists and businesses. As a near zero-waste event, Fernwood Bites ­celebrates the Fernwood NRG’s value of ­environmental sustainability. Proceeds will help fund Fernwood’s food security ­initiatives including the Good Food Box, Fernwood Community Orchard, and Kitchen Garden Pilot Project.

From cheese fondue to crab cakes, ­macarons, fresh brewed beers and hand crafted wines, Fernwood Bites is a crowd pleaser. Prepare your taste buds for some of the best cuisine Vancouver Island has to offer.

We are grateful to all the food and drink presenters who generously donate their samples to our fundraiser every year. We look forward to enjoying these tasty treats amidst the sounds emanating from the Belfry patio from Kariba Surprise, our ­resident Fernwood Bites band. Tickets are selling fast so pick them up online and see you soon for an evening to remember.

Fernwood Bites runs from 5:30-8p.m. on June 22 in Fernwood Square. ­Tickets for this 19+ event are $50 and include all samples. Tickets are available online at fernwoodbites2014.eventbrite.ca.

 

For a full overview of who will be ­joining us at the 5th Annual Fernwood Bites, click here.