March 9, 2002 - Kailua-Kona, Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA

Kona Brewers Festival

Location: King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Luau Grounds

The 7th annual event taps up under swaying palm trees on the shores of Kailua Bay, featuring 25 Hawaii and mainland breweries tapping up more than 50 types of ales and lagers and chefs from 25 local restaurants serving their culinary creations. Additionally, attendees can enjoy toe?tapping bluegrass and Hawaiian music, contests, fire dancers and more. The event is a fundraiser for local environmental and cultural organizations. Admission includes commemorative event glass, eight brew tasting tickets and unlimited samplings of local culinary dishes. Additional beer tickets are $1 each.

Hours: 2:30 to 6:30 p.m
Admission: $35 in advance, $40 at the gate
Organization: PowerLight Corp., K-Hawaii, Bill Healy Foundation
Contact Name: Wendy Tucciarone
Contact Phone: 808-334-BREW
Contact Email: wendyt@hawaii.rr.com

 

March 14-16, 2002 - Leeds, England

Leeds Beer Cider and Perry Festival

Location: Pudsey Civic Hall at Dawson's Corner

Around 120 cask ales from near and far - local Leeds breweries, many from Yorkshire, lots of special one-off ales. The cider and perry selection, rightly famous for its size and quality, will feature a great variety from around the country. Additionally, a Global Beer Bar will feature everything from traditional lager to unique regional styles, over 50 world beers in total. Live entertainment, food, full disabled access, Family Room (not a creche) until 8pm, stalls, refundable souvenir glass.

Hours: Thu/Fri 11-3 & 5-11, Sat 11-11
Admission: Thu/Fri FREE before 6pm, Thu £2 after 6, Fri £3 after 6, Sat £2 all day. CAMRA members get in FREE at all times.
Email: feststaff@leeds-CAMRA.com (for volunteers)
Website: www.Leeds-CAMRA.com/Festival2002

 

March 15-24, 2002 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

KitchenAid The Book and the Cook

Location: All over Philadelphia

A festival of cookbook authors, food and drink. Please see this month's feature story for details.

Contact Phone: 215-545-4543; 888-742-1336
Website: www.thebookandthecook.com

 

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