The second annual “Taste of Hamilton Place”, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 7-9 p.m. at the mall, has announced the judges for the annual event as well as prizes for People’s Choice, Best Presentation and Taste-iest Treat in Town Awards.
Taste of Hamilton Place will delight attendee’s taste buds as the food extravaganza features the area’s best restaurants, caterers and hotels offering “tastes” of their favorite creations. Ticket holders will also have the opportunity to meet chefs and enjoy a variety of musical entertainment from three entertainment stages as they stroll from station to station sampling signature dishes.
To add to the festive atmosphere, restaurants will be competing for bragging rights to the People’s Choice Award. The People’s Choice Award is voted on by attendees and is based on “great food, great service and a great time.” The Best Presentation Award ranks merchants based on categories such as atmosphere, display, etc.
Judges for the Best Presentation Award 2010 include:
Dr. Eric Gratias , Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital
James Howard, Radio Personality for WDEF Sunny 92.3
Don Welch, host of News Channel 9's "THIS N THAT' show.
A new award has been added to this years festivities. Gigi’s Cupcakes, Chattanooga Cupcakes and Cupcake Diva will be battling it out for the best overall cupcake claiming rights to the “Taste-iest Treat in Town” award.
Winners of the “People’s Choice” Award, “Best Presentation” Award, and “Taste-iest Treat in Town” Award will receive a special plaque as well as an advertising package valued at over $2000 which will include in-mall advertising opportunities for their business.
All proceeds from this family-friendly event will benefit the children’s cancer center at T.C. Thompson Children’s Hospital, which treats children who have been diagnosed with cancer with the highest level of care, allowing local families to stay closer to home.
In its second year, Taste of Hamilton Place is sponsored by Williams Visual Solutions, WRCB-TV Eyewitness News, WDEF-FM Sunny 92.3, North American Credit Services, Inc., Indoor Graphics, Comcast, Fairway, Coca-Cola, and Vincent Printing Company.
Discount ticket prices are $35 for adults and $10 for children ages 5– 12 and can be purchased online at www.TasteofHamiltonPlace.com or at the mall Tourist Information Center, located on the upper level near Sears.
There are still spaces for restaurants/caterers/hotels interested in showcasing their delectable creations. To find out how your business can participate, contact Catharine Wells at 855-5282 or sign up online at www.TasteofHamiltonPlace.com.