For those of you who have been dying to go to the Epoct Food and Wine Festival but can “stomach” the $80 admission PLUS cost for all food and beverages there is an alternative option on the horizon that is not only cheaper, but more conveniently located for most. November 14 and 15 2009 is the 2nd Annual Orlando Food and Wine Fest in Downtown Orlando!
With only $10 admission for one day, or $15 a weekend, not a bad deal! Add in costs for sampling all the goods and all in all one day should set you back no more than $40 (unless you really enjoy the wine part of the fest 
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Check out the details below regarding time, location, and who will be there:
* Over 35 of Orlando’s top restaurants.
* The very popular Sports pub where you can watch your favorite collegiate and pro sports games.
* The Metro PCS Main Stage featuring two days of live entertainment and national recording artists.
* The Brighthouse Chef’s Stage with seminars and cooking demonstrations
* Vendors, multiple wine stations, beverage stations and more.
Location: The setting will be Robinson Street along Lake Eola from Rosalind to Eola Drive. This wide boulevard offers plenty of room for strolling in a picturesque setting borderingLake Eola Park. This year you will be able to sprawl out into the north side of lake Eola park and enjoy your food and beverage.
Entertainment: The MetroPCS Entertainment stage will feature all of the musical performances, and will be located in the northeast corner of the park, at the corner of Eola and Robinson.
Dates & Time: Saturday, November 14th from 12:00pm to 9:00pm
Sunday, November 15th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Admission price: Advance tickets can be bought on our website or at ticket locations all over town. Weekend pass: $15; One-day pass: $10; At the gate: $15. Ticket sales will be limited.
Charity: This event will help benefit the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Educational Foundation and the Children’s Home Society of Central Florida. Intereste
Hot Restaurants to Check Out: The Black Olive, Funky Monkey Wine Company, Dexters, Shari Sushi, Grand Bohemian, and City Fish
More details go to www.orlandofoodandwinefest.com
Tara O'Keeffe