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The premier Food & Wine Celebration honors Boca Raton’s Centennial
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By Kenny Spahn
SAVE THE DATE, fellow foodies and oenophiles – the Boca Bacchanal is almost here! The area’s beloved wine and culinary celebration culminates with the Grand Tasting on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the historic The Addison, with several preliminary events leading the way.
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Boca Bacchanal is the city’s longest-running and most esteemed culinary event. Named in honor of Bacchus, the Greek god of wine, the annual event celebrates a season of food, wine, and community celebration—all benefiting the Boca Raton Historical Society and the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “This year is particularly special as we celebrate Boca Raton’s 100th anniversary,” notes Mary Csar, Executive Director of the Boca Raton Historical Society.
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As usual, the Bacchanal kicked off in grand style with its Bacchus Beckons launch in February, revealing this year’s Vintner Dinner hosts, chefs, and vintners. The highly anticipated Vintner Dinners take place April 3, 4 & 5 at exclusive private homes and distinguished venues throughout Boca Raton. These intimate five-course dining experiences pair world-class vintners with celebrated chefs for an unforgettable culinary journey. Tickets to the Vitner Dinners are $350.
Chef Eric Baker of Alley Cat preparing a special Vintner Dinner
This year marks a new event, a special Cocktail Soirée, “Celebrating 100 Years of Mizner” on April 5, hosted by special celebrity guest, “Food God” Jonathan Cheban. Tickets to the Cocktail Soirée are $275 per person.
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Then comes the feature event, the highly-anticipated Grand Tasting on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Boca’s famed The Addison restaurant and historic grounds. Guests will indulge in 200+ varieties of wine, champagne, spirits, and craft beer, alongside delectable tastings from the area’s top local chefs and restaurants. Stay tuned for my upcoming full article with more details including a full list of the Grand Tasting restaurants – but look for returning favorites including Alley Cat, Gourmetphile, KakaoZon Chocolate, Oceans 234, Sushi By Bou, The Boca Raton, The Capital Grille, and The Seagate Resort – plus of course, multiple stations by the host venue, The Addison. The afternoon also features a stunning immersive art installation by ArtNest, musical entertainment an exciting silent auction, and a chance to win a coveted Christian Louboutin raffle prize courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue. Tickets for the Grand Tasting are $175. NB: A promo code for a $25 discount will be available for the first 100 early ticket purchasers!
Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting – Asian Salad
Some sensational samplings
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Incredible Octopus at the Boca Bacchanal1
Tickets to all events and more information can be obtained at the Museum’s website, www.bocahistory.org, and also on www.Eventbrite.com. NB: A promo code for a $25 discount will be available for the first 100 early ticket purchasers!
Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting – Sip, Savor, and learn about fine wines
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All proceeds go to benefit the Boca Raton Historical Society and the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum .
NOTE: The Grand Tasting and Vitner Dinners often sell out – so order your tickets now!
About The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum:
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The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is the home of the Boca Raton Historical Society, whose mission is to collect, preserve, and present information and artifacts relevant to the past and evolving history of Boca Raton and to maintain a visible role in education and advocacy of historic preservation in the community. The museum is located in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway in Boca, and open to the public. For more information, call (561) 395-6766 or visit www.BocaHistory.org.
About the Author:
Kenny Spahn is a renowned food critic, culinary columnist, and restaurant authority, and has published over 800 culinary articles. Mr. Spahn also heads up Restaurant Placement Group restaurant recruiters, the area’s exclusive recruiting, placement, and consulting firm for the restaurant and hospitality industry. www.RestaurantPlacement.com
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