Foodie Fair + Talks
Broaden your horizons and explore the multifaceted food and hospitality industry with local experts. Tickets include the culinary keynote talk and samples from Foodie Fair vendors. Children ages 5 and older should purchase a ticket. Sales tax is included in the ticket price.
In the event of rain, the Foodie Fair and Keynote Talk will take place as scheduled inside the Mark Arts facility. No refunds.
Saturday, September 23
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$25 per person
Culinary Keynote: “Discovering Wichita Through Food”
Wichita by E.B. | 11 a.m. | Great Hall
Kick off the Crave Foodie Fair with Wichita’s popular food blogger, Wichita by EB. Since 2011, Wichita by EB author Eddy has sampled cuisine at more than 900 local restaurants and establishments. With a following of nearly 100,000 across multiple platforms, Wichita by EB has become the go-to source for trendy local events, music, dining, and more. Hear the behind-the-scenes details of Eddy’s journey in eating at every restaurant in Wichita, including the gems, adventures, highs, and lows.
Foodie Fair | Terraces | Noon – 2 p.m.
Try bites from each Foodie Fair vendor and cast your vote for the Foodie Fair Fan Favorite.
If you are a chef or restaurateur interested in participating in this year’s foodie fair,
please email Nellie Elliott at [email protected]
Craft Brews & Bites
Tuesday, Sept.19 | 6-8 p.m.
$55 Per Person / $330 Table of 6
Sip craft brews while Jennifer Ray of The Monarch and Jake Voegeli from Manhattan Brewing Co. discuss how your favorite beers pair with hand-crafted bites. Includes one ticket to the September 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value).
Menu:
Townie Wheat with Rosemary Lemon Salted Almonds
Tasty IPA with Phil’s Farm German Sausage with IPA Whole Grain Mustard
Pumpkin Ale with Ale Braised Beef
Dolly Pink Lemonade Sour with Marscapone, Lemon Curd, and Strawberry Bruschetta
Culinary Arts Workshop:
How the Sausage Gets Made
Tuesday, Sept. 19 | 6-8 p.m.
$70 per person
Join Chef Josh Rathbun as he leads you through techniques and traditions of classic sausage-making. You will create bratwurst, Italian sausage, and breakfast sausage from around the world as you learn about this unique culinary craft. Includes one ticket to the September 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value).
Cocktail Tasting
Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
$70 Per Person / $420 Table of 6
Taste three unique whiskey cocktails crafted by LaVar Douglas of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey while noshing on unique hor d’oeuvre pairings thoughtfully created by Chef Nick Korbee of First Mile Kitchen. Includes one ticket to the September 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value).
Menu:
1856 Coal’d Fashioned (Kansas White Oak Ember Infused 1856 Uncle Nearest Bourbon with Smoked Turbinado, House Blend Orange Bitters, Angostura, Paychauds) with Smoked Prime Rib Toast, Curried Onion Chutney, and Grilled Kale
Near East Sour (Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey with Yuzu, Lemon, Simple, and Pinot Foam Float) with Spicy Salmon Tartare, Avocado, Crispy Rice, and Yuzu Ponzu
Boulevard of Dreams (Uncle Nearest Straight Rye with Carpano Antica, Campari, Gran Classico, Orange Peel) with Candied Bacon Arancini, Pomegranate Romesco, and Truffled Pecorino
Iconic Eats of Wichita
Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
$85 per person
Based on the book by the same name, this class covers old and new Wichita favorites such as Saigon Restaurant’s No. 29, Mama Love’s Baked Mac and Cheese, Flying Stove’s Chicken Doobie, Anthony Card’s Seared Salmon, Garlic Salad, and more. Guests will receive a signed copy of the book by instructor Joe Stumpe. Includes one ticket to the September 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value).
Wine Tasting
Thursday, Sept. 21 | 6-8 p.m.
$85 Per Person / $510 Table of 6
Your palate will be delighted by five distinct wines – Epiphany Grenache Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Big Easy 2020, and 2021 Pinot Noir – presented by Jayne O’Neil of Fess Parker Winery & Vineyards, paired with a curated tasting menu by Chef Ivan Garcia of Newport Grill. Includes one ticket to the September 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value).
Menu:
2021 Riesling with Shrimp Green Aguachile, Tart Apple Twist, Peach, Red Onion, Cucumber, and Melon & Chili Oil
2022 Chardonnay with Chilean Seabass, Watercress & Mango Salad, Lemon Preserve, and Avocado & Sage Buttery Puree
2021 Pinot Noir with Lamb, Japanese Sweet Potato Mash, Nutmeg, and Black Cherry & Mint Chutney
2020 Red Blend with Picanha Steak, Carioca Beans, Tostones, Grilled Pineapple, Swiss Chard, and Chimichurri Rojo
Culinary Arts Workshop:
Thai Travels
Thursday, Sept. 21 | 6-8 p.m.
$85 per person
Join Chef Nina Winter and travel to Thailand to learn how to cook Pad Thai Noodles, Red Panang Curry, and a side of Mango Coconut Rice Dessert. Includes one admission ticket to the Sept. 23 Foodie Fair ($25 value)
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