Tasting Notes Raises Glasses to Raise S.C. Phil Support
February 23, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The high-end wines and gourmet food selections of Tasting Notes will raise money for the South Carolina Philharmonic again at the S.C. State Museum,Monday, March 2, 2015 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
In a spacious layout in the newly-renovated section of the museum, wine and food lovers can expect to taste more than 50 high-end wines from around the world and indulge in tempting fare from 15 of the Midlands’ finest restaurants. Guests may purchase the wine they’ve tasted that evening and also bid on specialty wines in the silent auction.
Featured wines include varieties from Banfi, Darioush, King Estate and St. Supery. Restaurants providing food selections include 116 Espresso & Wine Bar, Ally & Eloise Bake Shop,Bourbon Columbia, Blue Marlin Steaks & Seafood, Gervais & Vine, The Melting Pot, Miyo’s, M. Grille, M. Vista, Michael’s Café & Catering, Ms. B’s Southern Kitchen, Motor Supply Co. Bistro, The Oak Table, Pearlz Oyster Bar, Ristorante Divino,Thirsty Fellow Pizzeria & Pub and Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar. Beer lovers can enjoy additional beverage options fromRiver Rat Brewery, and First Citizens Café will offer post-“meal” coffee.
The sounds of the Reggie Sullivan Quartet and Dreher High Steel Band will lend to the lively atmosphere. Outside, The Cigar Box will sell cigars in a special lounge area. The Tasting Notessilent auction features the carefully curated specialty wines, vacation packages, artwork, and more. Southern Valet will provide complimentary valet parking and, for guests who need the service, Checker Yellow Cab will be on site to provide safe rides home.
Tasting Notes set high marks for income supporting the orchestra and attendance in 2014, doubling its financial impact on the S.C. Phil’s Masterworks Series and educational programs in its second year. Tasting Notes is a business casual event, and wine and food selections are included in the $75 per person admission. Tickets can be purchased online at
SCPhilharmonic.com/
The S.C. Phil also offers guests a chance to join the Host Committee for $125 per person. Sponsorship opportunities for individuals or businesses are available as well. For more information, call 803.771.7937.
About the S.C. Philharmonic: An independent 501(c) (3) non-profit organization founded in 1964, the South Carolina Philharmonic entertains, educates, enriches and excites diverse audiences through live symphonic music. The introduction of Music Director Morihiko Nakahara in 2008/2009 ushered in a New Era of Artistic Excellence that is allowing the orchestra to move forward and become the Midlands pre-eminent performing arts group. It celebrated its 50th season in 2013/2014.
