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KCCK Hosts Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting Event

By April 16, 2010November 16th, 2018No Comments

April 30 event also serves as “reveal” for Jazz Under the Stars Concert Lineup

Local “foodies” are marking their calendars for the fifth annual KCCK Taste of Jazz Under the Stars, April 30 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. in The Class Act at Kirkwood Community College. The food and wine tasting event pairs the food expertise of Kirkwood College Hospitality students with wine from 1st Avenue Wine House.

“This fun event also serves as the final exam for the Garde Manger and Capstone Hospitality Arts classes of 2010 at Kirkwood,” says Lisa Baum, KCCK Development Director.

Patrons will sample food inspired by the home cities of the world’s jazz masters “From New Orleans to New York, our guests will sample traditional foods with an exciting twist,” says Baum. “It’s easy to see the depth of knowledge of these budding chefs.”

The event also serves as the official launch for Jazz Under The Stars, the area’s longest-running jazz concert series, held each Thursday in August at Noelridge Park. A surprise musical guest will give a “taste” of what music fans can expect during this year’s concerts. There will also be a silent auction which will feature, among other things, private performances by area jazz artists.

Wines are provided by various wine distributors through 1st Avenue Wine.

Tickets are $45 per person and may be purchased online at www.kcck.org or by calling (319) 398-5446. Proceeds benefit Jazz Under the Stars.

Jazz 88.3 KCCK-FM is a locally-programmed public radio station owned by Kirkwood Community College, broadcasting in analog FM and HD Radio at 88.3 FM. Johnson County translator at 106.9 FM and webcasting at www.kcck.org.

For more information contact KCCK Development Director Lisa Baum at (319) 398-5421.