Eat It and Like It—Savannah Food & Wine Festival Guide Fall 2014 | Page 2

WELCOME

CONTENTS

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Picks of Sips

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Did you know?
The city of Savannah makes so many lists
every single year. Most Romantic City, Best
Place to Ride a Bicycle, Best Ice Cream,
Best Place for Halloween, the list goes on
and on. That is a huge testament to the
people who work very hard to promote our
beautiful city and all she has to offer. She
offers plenty. The one area where we have
really lagged behind is finding our place as
a true culinary destination. Of course, we
have great food here in the Savannah/
Hilton Head Island area, but when it comes
to measuring up against other cities of
similar size, we are a step behind.
The fact that you are reading this, a simple
guide to our 2nd Annual Savannah Food &
Wine Festival is proof that Savannah is on
the move. The reality is we can’t be ignored
anymore when it comes to sharing the
talents this region has to offer. I can’t begin
to tell you how exciting that is.

I’ve predicted to anyone who will give me thirty
seconds of their time that within two to three
years, the Savannah area will have a completely different feel when it comes to its food
scene. New restaurants have opened this year
that can point us in the right direction and others
are being built as we speak. Make no mistake,
the “Culinary South” is paying more attention
to Savannah now than they ever have before.
That’s a win, win for all parties involved. It’s now
up to us to support them. Your attendance at the
Savannah Food & Wine Festival does just that.
We hope you will find something in this guide
that will encourage you to buy a ticket and enjoy
yourself. It’s not all about fancy, unpronounceable
dishes. There is something at this festival for
everyone at all price ranges.
Let’s get out there and Eat It and Like It.
See you on TV.

Jesse Blanco

Chief Executive Foodie
Eat It and Like It

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Best of the Fest

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Top Chef

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BI-LO

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On a Budget

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The Fish Whisperer

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