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Barrington Taste'fest & Expo

Savor the Taste of Local Barrington Restaurants & Breweries
The Barrington Taste’fest & Expo Returns October 27

The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and Barrington Bank & Trust, Co., N.A. invites the public to the eighth annual Barrington Taste’Fest & Expo on Thursday, October 27, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Millrose Restaurant, Banquets and Country Store located at 45 S. Barrington Road in South Barrington. The Taste is a fundraiser that directly supports local business community initiatives.

With an anticipated crowd of more than 750 area residents and business leaders, the festive evening will include "samples and sips" from Restaurant Row showcasing the local restaurants and an array of breweries and wine representatives. Participants are encouraged to visit every vendor to get their passports stamped and be eligible for a drawing for a new Apple iPad.

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"Taste'fest is a great opportunity to meet neighbors as well as local business leaders, in a fun and engaging social setting," says Janet Meyer, BACC Executive Director. "It really is the social event of the year in our area" pointing out that in 2010, despite cold and gale storm-like weather, the turnout was "huge."

Headlining Restaurant Row will be: Bruch Cafe, Buca di Beppo, Cucina Pazza LLC, Fat Bottomed Girls, Francesca's Famiglia, Georgios Chicago Pizzeria and Pub LLC South Barrington , Kernel Fabyan's Gourmet Popcorn Shoppe Deer Park, Kyriaki A Greek Eatery, Near Restaurant, The Anvil Club, The Lucky Monk and The Onion Pub and Brewery, and that is just the early bird registration list.

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Come Savor the Taste of Barrington purchase tickets at 847-381-2525; visiting the Chamber office at the new location at 190 James Street in Barrington or online at www.barringtonchamber.com. Tickets are $40 each or two for $70 in advance; $45 and $75 at the door.

There is no better way to showcase your business or restaurant to the residential and business community than at this event. There are still opportunities for exhibitors and sponsors. Call (847)381-2525 or email events@barringtonchamber.com.

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