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Calgary's festival of fabulous food and distinguishing drinks is back!  Taste of Calgary returns to the Festival Plaza @ Eau Claire August 7 - 10, 2008 with sensational samples from Calgary’s most interesting restaurants and beverage companies.

Buy sampling tickets at the event for $.75 each. All menu items  are sample-sized, at sample-sized pricing.  Admission to the festival is free with live entertainment throughout the event at the Main Stage

This year's festival is sponsored by: The Calgary Herald, Coca-Cola, Shaw TV, Q107, Country 105, and QR77 and a proud supporter of Raise a Reader, the Boys and Girls Community Services of Calgary, Calgary Chinese Community Services Association and the Calgary Saracens.
Open 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM daily!

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Taste of Calgary, the city’s premier festival celebrating international foods and beverages, takes place for its Twelfth year at Eau Claire’s Festival Plaza.  Visitors indulge in sample-size menu items at sample sized pricing, from Calgary's finest food and beverage establishments. Listen to live music presented through the day by a variety of local musicians.

Dragonfly Promotions is the Festival Producer and has extensive experience in producing successful events and festivals.   Over the past 18 years the company has produced major events like: A Taste of Calgary, The Calgary International Food Festival, and The Calgary Corn Festival, Leisure Shows 91, 92 and 93 and Winefest 93-2007.

The following organizations benefit financially from Taste of Calgary. 
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary Marlborough Teen Resource Center providing
social services to Calgary's youth, Raise a Reader Program, Calgary Chinese Services Assoc. and the Calgary Saracens.

In many cities around the world, food and beverage festivals have become a part of the city’s summer culture.  These festivals present an opportunity for families and consumers of all ages to enjoy a unique culinary experience in a community festival atmosphere.  Not only do outdoor food festivals add to the quality of life in the community, but they also have significant economic impact.
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Where
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The Festival Plaza at Eau Claire is located on the west side of Eau Claire Market in downtown. The site, designed for festivals and major events, has ample space for booths and entertainment, easy access for pedestrians and vehicles, and most importantly, has the perfect atmosphere for this event.

What:
Food
- 28 restaurants (46 booths) with a variety of international cuisine. Sample size portions.
Beverages
- 20 unique alcohol beverages - in an AGLC regulated environment. Sample size portions.
Entertainment
- Local and name musicians will provide on going entertainment all weekend on our Main Stage. Click here for this year's line up.

When: 
Thursday, August 07 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday, August 08 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 09 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 10 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

How:
Admission to the festival is Free
Tickets are $.75 each - available at the event
Menu items range from $.75 - $ 4.50 and are paid for with tickets.
Maximum number of tickets for 1 menu item is 6.


Media and advertising include:

  • Print advertising: Calgary Herald: Presenter Status

  • Swerve Magazine

  • FFWD Magazine

  • Radio advertising on Q107, Country 105, QR77

  • Television news coverage and interviews - Global, CTV and Shaw Cable

  • 35,000 printed brochures featuring sample items

  • On-site signs

  • A Taste of Calgary web site: www.tasteofcalgary.com

  • Editorial coverage in various print mediums

  • Radio interviews prior to event

  • Various Calendars of Events

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    Taste of Calgary is a proud supporter of:


    Calgary Herald
    Raise a Reader

    Boys and Girls Club
    of Calgary

    Calgary Chinese Community
    Services Association

    Calgary Saracens
    Athletic Club
     
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    Ph:(403)293-2888     Fax:(403) 293-2867
    E-mail: tasteofcalgary@nucleus.com

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