Plan a trip to San Francisco to attend The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Public Wine tasting on the afternoon of Saturday, February 18. This  year the event will celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. More than 800 wineries will be participating and more than 5,000 people are expected to attend the Public Tasting.

Food Samplers

In addition to wines, numerous artisan foods will be available for sampling. Look for cookies, vinegars, apricots, chocolates, cheese, meats, lavender, olive oils, organic tea and for much more.

The event takes place at the Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center. Tickets are available in advance for $65. If space is available the day of the event, tickets at the door will sell for $80. Note that the event is normally sold out in advance.Tickets can be purchased online.

For more information visit http://www.winejudging.com/public_tasting.htm

While visiting San Francisco consider a side trip to Sonoma, Napa, or Suisun where you can enjoy a delightful time visiting wineries. February is a delightful time to visit these areas. You can find itineraries located at http://winetrailtraveler.com/itineraries/uswest.php.

Enjoy, Kathy