The Sterling Savings Bank Bite of Bend
Downtown Bend
Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24
Hours:
| Saturday, | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm |
| Sunday, | 11:00 am to 7:00 pm |
The Sterling Savings Bank Bite of Bend is Central Oregon’s largest, most exciting and fastest-growing charity event and festival. This event is free to the public and includes activities for the whole family such as the live Top Chef competition, performance stage, beer garden, fine food and wine, the 3rd Annual Beer Run, as well as a children’s area; not to mention the many local food booths.
The Sterling Savings Bank Bite of Bend celebrates our local culture and highlights the foods of our region, including Oregon Wines and Liquors.
Join us for The Bite of Bend this summer and celebrate the fabulous foods of Oregon!
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“Bites” at the BiteThe Bite of Bend’s restaurants, cafes and other eateries offer an array of speciality foods including “bite size” taster options! A fantastic way to experience the Bite of Bend is to taste different foods from various vendors. From Asian-influenced bites to amazing pizza or Mexican-inspired cuisines, it will all be at the Bite of Bend.
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Top Chef CompetitionThe “Kitchen Stadium” comes alive with delicious tastes & smells of Central Oregon’s most talented chefs at the 9th Annual Sterling Savings Bank Bite of Bend taking place June 23th & 24th in Downtown Bend. Two full sized kitchens will be set up for the Top Chef Competition right in the middle of downtown. Lay It Out Events will provide the food and a “secret ingredient”, local chefs provide the culinary expertise that makes this event a great spectacle for attendees and a pleasure for all those involved. For those unfamiliar with the Top Chef event format, two chefs are presented with a mystery ingredient and must, in an allotted time of 1 hour, come up with a dish that wows the palettes of the panel of judges. We will start with 8 chefs in a round robin format with the winners of each round advancing to the next stage culminating in the final round to determine the Top Chef. View the detailed Top Chef Schedule
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Northwest Spirits & Mixology ShowThe Northwest Spirits & Mixology Show is the Northwests’ pre-eminent celebration of craft mixology and the spirits culture. With competitions, tastings, workshops and parties, the NW Spirits and Mixology Show offers industry professionals and consumers an opportunity to experience the cutting edge of the cocktail culture.
Bartender’s Brawl presented by Casa Noble DistilleryThe best of the best bartenders test their skills and artistry as they create original cocktails for a panel of judges. The competition will take place both Saturday and Sunday (check back for schedule). The winner receives a trip and tour of the Casa Nobles Distillery. In addition to mixing a fantastic drink, bartenders will be judged on execution, presentation and charm so expect to watch an exciting competition. Are you a bartender and amazing mixoligist? Visit the Drink Think website to enter the competition. Entries must be received by May 15th, 2011.
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Family AreaThe Sterling Savings Bite of Bend is a family-friendly event, which means that while we have some of the best food and music you’re likely to find anywhere in the state, the event also caters to children. At the Bite of Bend, kids will be delighted to fi nd plenty of things to do, including an array bouncy houses and the ever popular face painting. So if your son or daughter wants a dragon or a unicorn on his or her cheek, they just might be in luck! The family area is located on Oregon Avenue between Bond and Wall Streets all day Saturday and Sunday. |
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Whole Foods MarketplaceThe Whole Foods Marketplace is in the center of the action at the Bite of Bend. The highlight is an amazing display from Whole Foods Market offering delicious snacks and samples that emphasize the fresh and fabulous food that they are known for. For foodies, the Marketplace is a delightful culinary shopping experience full of vendors showcasing spices and other treats including and useful food-related finds.
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Live Music!The weekend entertainment at the Bite of Bend includes local and regional musical acts taking the stage for the weekend. The music at the Bite of Bend has long been one of teh biggest free music events of the summer and you will not be disappointed with this year’s line-up. Click here for the complete schedule.
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Alpine Physical Therapy Beer Run (21 and over only)The three-mile race will begin at 12:00 pm on Saturday, June 23rd and includes a loop through Drake Park with two beer stops. The run starts and finishes at Bond and Minnesota. Late registration is possible on “race day” beginning at 11:00 am. Look for the inflatable arch at the intersection of Minnesota and Bond! Every pre-registered participant will receive a commerative Beer Run growler at the finish! Registration is $20.00 in advance at Bendticket.com, $25.00 day of race. View the course map here or download a PDF copy Race starts in downtown Bend at the corner of Bond and Minnesota Streets. Beer provided by Deschutes Brewery and Cascade Lakes Brewery |
At each of the entrances to The Bite of Bend, a suggested donation will be posted. The proceeds benefit our beneficiary, The Hunger Prevention Coalition.
