The Taste of Stamford showcased the best of the city’s food and beverage offerings with its 29th annual event at the Harbor Terrace at Shippan Landing on March 23. Hosted by the Stamford Chamber of Commerce, the annual tasting event brings together more than 20 local venues, caterers and distributors for an evening of culinary delights paired with fine wine, craft beer and spirits. Guests enjoyed bites at chef-hosted tasting stations and beverages from within sponsor Diageo’s portfolio of brands, including Baileys Irish Cream and Bulleit Bourbon; selections from retail sponsor BevMax Superstore of Stamford; and Connecticut-founded brands such as Fifth State Distillery, Got Attitude Vodka and Half Full Brewery, among the list of participants.
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- The Taste of Stamford was hosted at the Harbor Terrace at Shippan Landing on March 23.
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- Danica Cristal and John Cristal, District Manager, BevMax Superstore of Stamford.
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- Brand Ambassadors Candy Landau and Ericka Christy showcasing the Baileys Treat Bar.
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- A dessert cup featuring Baileys Irish Cream.
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- Brand Ambassador Dee Ortiz; Kristen D’Angelo, Producer, Experimental Productions; and Brand Ambassador Rich Lafontant, Bulleit Bourbon.
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- Rob Schulten, Distiller and Co-founder and Bridget Schulten, CEO and Co-founder, Fifth State Distillery showcasing Fifth State Passion Gin and Espresso Martini.
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- On display, Fifth State Espresso Martini bottled cocktail, part of the distillery’s ready-to-drink line.
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- Leo Reizfeld, Principal, Jailhouse Spirits LLC with Got Attitude Vodka.
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- Conor Horrigan, Founder, President and Chief Hoptimist, Half Full Brewery.
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- Eric Braumann, Market Manager, Half Full Brewery.
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- Guests enjoyed fine wines poured from a variety of beverage stations, including selections from 90+ Cellars and Latitude Beverage Co.
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- Oyster Bay Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc.
Photos by Andrew Dominick.
