Reasons to Attend the 2016 Taste of Huntington Beach

This year, Surf City Family is proud to be one of the sponsors of The Taste of Huntington Beach, the annual gathering to raise funds for the Children’s Library of the Huntington Beach Library.
It is an incredible gathering featuring food, drink, live music and fun, taking place on April 24, 2016, from 12 – 4 pm at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex; 18100 Goldenwest Street (across the parking lot from the HB Central Library).

“Huntington Beach has so much to offer in terms of restaurants. Most people don’t realize how big the HB restaurant scene is until they see all the participants in one place. This event creates a fun and exciting buzz with amazing food!” shares Slapfish chef/owner and local Huntington Beach resident Andrew Gruel, who not only returns to the Taste tent but will also be serving up something special at the VIP tent.

Live musical entertainment will be provided by local favorites Chris Farmer Duo (Chris was the former musical director of the legendary Beach Boys) and 80s cover band After Party. The event’s presenting sponsor is Beach Blvd. of Cars and is also supported by Chobani, Superior Valet, The Local News, The Local HB, Surf City Family, Big Top Rentals, Albertsons/Vons, Duke’s HB, Rainbow Environmental Service, US Foods, College Nannies and Tutors, PK Real Estate, HB Culture, Avalon Huntington Beach, UPS Store, Pepsi Beverage Co. and SkillCraft Auto.

Tickets are available for purchase online at tastehb.com and in person at the Children’s Desk at the Huntington Beach Central Library and at Longboard’s in Downtown Huntington Beach.

Here are our FOUR REASONS FOR ATTENDING this year’s Taste of Huntington Beach:

1. Someone from the Food Network will be there!

It’s Simon Majumdar – a familiar face on the Food Network, where he is a popular judge and food critic on shows like The Next Iron Chef and Cutthroat Kitchen. He is also an author so that totally makes sense for him to be at an event supporting the library!

2. The number of restaurants, wineries and breweries!

As of this writing, there are 80 total! Feast your eyes on this list of participants:

Restaurants:
2nd Floor HB
Avila’s El Ranchito
Albertson’s/Vons Newland Center
BLK
Chronic Jerky
Deli-licious
Duke’s Huntington Beach
Gallagher’s
Huntington Terrace Senior Living
Imola Restaurant and Bar
Just Chili
Kaya’s Kitchen
Lazy Dog Cafe
Lemonade Pacific City
Longboard Restaurant and Pub (Downtown Huntington Beach location)
Lou’s Brews and BBW
Mangiamo Gelato
Market Broiler
Melody’s Bakery
Mother’s Market
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Ola Mexican Kitchen
Old World Euro Bakery and Deli
Pete’s Sunset Grille
Pick UP Stix
Pizza Lounge
Red Table
Rico’s Tacos
Rita’s Italian Ice
Saint Marc Pub and Café
Sandy’s
Shades Restaurant/ Waterfront Beach Resort
Simply Layered
Simmzy’s
Slapfish
Slater’s 50/50
Solita
TeaArias
The Corner
Thunder Burgrz
Trader Joe’s Huntington Beach
Traditional Twist Bakery
Watertable Restaurant
Ways and Means Oyster House

Wineries:
California Fruit Wine Company
Cholame Vineyards
Christian Lazo Winery
Graveyard Vineyards
Inception Wines
Lucero Winery
Navarro Vineyards
Orange Coast Winery
Pedroncelli Winery
Pomar Junction Winery
PRP Wine International
Regal Wine Co.
Robert August Wines
San Marcos Creek Winery
South Italy Imports
Vinemark Cellars
Wilson Creek Winery

Breweries:
Baja Brewing Co.
Barley Forge Brewing Co.
Brewbakers
Firestone Walker
Four Sons Brewing
Green Flash Brewing
MacCleod Ale
Merchant du Vin
Old Tankard Ale
Riip Beer
Sierra Nevada Brew Co.
Small Town Brewery
Tsing Tao Beer
Woodchuck Hard Cider
Non-alcoholic Beverage:
Fuel Juice
Surf City Soda
XS Energy Drinks

3. It’s for a good cause!

Proceeds from the event benefit the Children’s Library of Huntington Beach and all its programs.

4. It’s a good deal for the ultimate Sunday Funday.

Just think one ticket price is all inclusive so you can sample unlimited tastes and sips and enjoy live music too! General Admission Tickets are $70 ($75 at the gate). A limited quantity of VIP Tickets are available for $90. Get your tickets here today.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Get a sitter for the kids, and gather up your friends, buy your tickets today at tastehb.com or in person at the Children’s Desk at Central Library or at Longboard’s in Downtown Huntington Beach.