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GET YOUR SEATAT THE TABLE.

4TH ANNUAL FORT WORTH FOOD + WINE FESTIVAL2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival is North Texas’ most celebrated cuisine and beverage festival, taking place over three days and nights in venues around our thriving culinary community. The festival’s growing roster of talented chefs and food artisans, as well as craft brewers and distinctive vintners, bring a range of tastes, styles and methods that reflect the diversity of the city itself.

But it’s more than good food and good fun – it’s a good cause. That’s because proceeds from the festival go to the Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that raises funds for local grant programs and culinary scholarships. To date, the FWFW Foundation has awarded about $70,000 in scholarships to deserving students from Fort Worth. With your continued support, we can keep this program going strong in 2017 and the years to come.

A marketing opportunity so great, you can almost taste it.

118 TEXAS CITIES

PERCENTAGE OF ATTENDEES WITH A HOUSEHOLD INCOME OVER $150,000

PARTICIPANTS7500 ATTENDEES

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100+ CHEFS & TASTEMAKERS

100+ WINERIES

25 CRAFT BREWERIES

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$70K$300K

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Camron Xavier

FORT WORTH FOOD + WINE FOUNDATION

Feeding PotentialThe Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival benefits the Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that raises funds for local grant programs and culinary scholarships. To date, the FWFWF has awarded over $70,000 in scholarships to deserving students from Fort Worth. The scholarship committee seeks applicants from the Fort Worth area who have demonstrated commitment, character and need; we ask that those who are awarded scholarships return to work in the Fort Worth culinary community for two years, if possible, upon graduation.

2015 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTSCamron Sanders went from being homeless to attending the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in the span of two short years, thanks to his dedication to accomplishment and his commitment to build a better life for himself.

After he completes his CIA degree, Xavier Thompson wants to return to Fort Worth to work as a chef while also giving opportunities to deserving youth who want to rise above their circumstances. “I want to impact their lives and give them the tools and training they need for success,” he said.

CULINARY CAREER CONFERENCEThe Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation also hosts a one-day workshop designed to help high school students explore their culinary options, expand their knowledge and understand the ingredients for success.

2017 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Tuesday, February 21CENTERSTAGE: A SALUTE TO THE ARTS IN FORT WORTHBASS HALL6 – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 30BBQ SHOWDOWNWATT ARENA AT WILL ROGERS MEMORIAL CENTER6 – 9:30 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

Friday, March 31THE MAIN EVENT GRAND TASTINGPIER 1 IMPORTS BUILDING6 – 9 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

DESSERTS AFTER DARKTHE SHACK AT PANTHER ISLAND PAVILION9 p.m. – midnight (VIP can enter at 8:30 p.m.)

Saturday, April 1 RISE & DINEPIER 1 IMPORTS BUILDING11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (VIP can enter at 10:30 a.m.)

BURGERS, BREWS + BLUESHEART OF THE RANCH AT CLEARFORK6 – 9 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

EVENTS

CENTERSTAGE: A SALUTE TO THE ARTS IN FORT WORTHTUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21BASS HALL6 – 9:30 p.m.

Set against the backdrop of Fort Worth’s premier performance venue, Centerstage celebrates fine food and fine arts with a caviar-and-champagne reception in the beautiful Grand Lobby followed by dinner on the elaborately set stage of Bass Hall. Some of Fort Worth’s most revered chefs collaborate for this rare occasion. Each course is matched with a prized wine carefully chosen to complement the cuisine and its region of origin. The evening will also feature a live performance as well as the presentation of the Walter Kaufmann Lifetime Achievement Award, bestowed upon a distinguished leader in Fort Worth’s food-and-beverage community.

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Molly McCook,Ellerbe Fine Foods

Blaine Staniford,Grace

Jon Bonnell,Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine

Michael Thomson,Michaels Cuisine

Bbq SHOWDOWNTHURSDAY, MARCH 30WATT ARENA AT WILL ROGERS MEMORIAL CENTER6 – 9:30 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

We’re kicking off the 2017 FWFWF with Texas’ most iconic food. Pitmasters from across the state come together to celebrate the launch of the festival and share their creations. Guests will enjoy barbecue along with some tasty sides from around North Texas as well as the famed Hill Country, plus lots of great barbecue-worthy beverages. Fans will select their favorite dish, which will be crowned “The Best BBQ of the FWFWF.”

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Joe Riscky,Riscky’s BBQ

Barrett Black, Black’s BBQ

Travis Heim,Heim BBQ

Scott Gottlich, 18th & Vine Barbeque

EVENTS

MAIN EVENTFRIDAY, MARCH 31PIER 1 IMPORTS BUILDING6 – 9 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

Our signature event features food from the best North Texas chefs, restaurateurs, artisan producers and crafters, perfectly paired with more than 100 exceptional wines, craft beers and spirits from near and far.

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Chef Lou Lambert Marcus Paslay,Clay Pigeon Food and Drink

Robert Lyford,Patina Green Home and Market

Sandra Avila,Le Cep Restaurant

EVENTS

DESSERTS AFTER DARKFRIDAY, MARCH 31THE SHACK AT PANTHER ISLAND PAVILION9:00 p.m. – midnight (VIP can enter at 8:30 p.m.)

It’s Friday night, right? Time to sip a true Texas cocktail, enjoy sweet somethings and dance the night away. Twelve pastry chefs and 12 mixologists will create special eats and drinks – and guests will vote for their faves. A local DJ will be mixing tunes to light up the night.

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Kari Crowe,Melt Ice Creams

Evan Faris,Chef Evan

Lindsey Lawing,Sweet Lucy’s Pies

Brad Hensarling,The Usual

EVENTS

RISE + DINE: A BRUNCH-INSPIRED TASTINGSATURDAY, APRIL 1PIER 1 IMPORTS BUILDING11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (VIP can enter at 10:30 a.m.)

Saturday brunch gets the FWFWF treatment, with noted area restaurants contributing dozens of dishes, from eggs Benedict to breakfast tacos, plus a generous selection of craft beer, specialty wines and spirits. Favorite brunchtime beverages get an upgrade with our mimosa and bloody mary bars. The venue will also feature an outdoor area with live-fire cooking demos, a beer garden and a tented lounge area.

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Ben Merritt,Fixture Kitchen and Social Lounge

Wade Chappell,Pearl Snap Kolaches

Brandon Moors,FunkyTown Donuts

Ramiro Ramirez,Salsa Limòn

EVENTS

BURGERS, BREWS + BLUESSATURDAY, APRIL 1HEART OF THE RANCH AT CLEARFORK6 – 9 p.m. (VIP can enter at 5 p.m.)

We’re celebrating a trio of all-American classics – sliders, craft beer and blues – at this rockin’ party on ranchland along the Trinity River. Thirteen chefs will be grilling up their best miniburgers and 22 craft breweries will be pouring two different beers. Celebrity judges will choose their favorite burger while guests will again select a fan favorite for both burgers and beer. Throughout the evening, enjoy the live blues band lineup.

PAST PARTICIPANTS

Chef Daniel Pittman, Jeff Dietzman and Ned Steel, LUCK

Jaymes Murphy,Rodeo Goat

Hans Peter Muller, Swiss Pastry Shop

Terry Chandler,Fred’s Texas Cafe

EVENTS

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

The event will be known as

FORT WORTH FOOD + WINE FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY (SPONSOR NAME)

• Title recognition in all printed, verbal and digital

material in over 5,000 programs, step-and-repeat

banner and volunteer Tshirts worn throughout the

four-day festival

• Recognition at pre-festival events, including wine

tastings, cooking schools and beer tastings hosted

in the months leading to the festival

AT THE EVENT: • Reserved table for eight with premier seating at the

Centerstage event

• Ten VIP badges for entrance to all six signature events, wine-and-

dine plate and VIP admission to festival events

• Up to 40 VIP tickets (choose the events by Jan. 15, 2017) to festival

events for distribution to clients and team members

• Invitation to the media event prior to the festival kickoff

• Invitation to scholarship presentation reception

• Six foot table and two chairs or 8’x8’ space at appropriate events

for data capture

PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS: • Logo on step-and-repeat banner

• Prominent logo inclusion on all participant signage

• Listed as a preferred vendor (with logo and link to your company)

on website and vendor packets

• Premier logo placement on wine-and-dine plate

• Two full-page advertisements (4.75” W x 8.65” H) in festival program

• Cross-promotion of your company on the Fort Worth Food + Wine

Festival’s Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts

• Inclusion in three email blasts under “Sponsor Highlights” section

• Access to sponsor and vendor databases for your own campaigns

PRESENTING SPONSOR $50,000

AT THE EVENT: • Reserved table for eight with premier seating at the Centerstage event

• Eight VIP badges for entrance to all six signature events, wine-and-dine

plate and VIP admission to festival events



• Invitation to the media event prior to the festival kickoff


• Six-foot table and two chairs or 8’x8’ space at chosen events

PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS: • Exclusive logo on wristbands

• Logo on step-and-repeat banner

• Logo inclusion on all participant signage

• Listed as a preferred vendor (with logo and link to your company) on

website and vendor packets

• Full-page advertisement (4.75” W x 8.65” H) in festival program



• Inclusion in two email blasts under “Sponsor Highlights” section

• Access to sponsor and vendor databases for your own campaigns

• Recognition in all printed, verbal and digital material,

including 5,000+ programs

• Recognition at pre-festival events, including wine

tastings, cooking schools and beer tastings hosted in

the months leading to the festival

CATTLE BARON $25,000




• Recognition as the event sponsor for one of the

following events of your choosing: BBQ Showdown;

Main Event; Dessert After Dark; Rise + Dine, Burgers,

Brews & Blues

AT THE EVENT: • Four reserved seats with premier seating at the Centerstage event

• Six VIP badges for entrance to all six signature events, wine-and-dine




• Invite to the media event prior to the festival kick-off



PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS: • Logo on participant signage for your sponsored event

• Logo on 10,000 napkins for your sponsored event




• Inclusion in one email blast under “Sponsor Highlights” section

• Access to sponsor and vendor databases for direct mail campaigns



TRAIL BOSS $15,000




AT THE EVENT: • Reserved seating for two at the Centerstage event

• Six VIP badges for entrance to all six signature events, wine-and-dine




• Invitation to media event prior to the festival kickoff



• Access to sponsor and vendor databases for direct mail campaigns

PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS: • Listed as a preferred vendor (with logo and link to your company) on



• Inclusion in one email blast under “Sponsor Highlights” section



WRANGLER $10,000


Specific recognition package details and activation

programs to be negotiated with the FWFWF,

but will include:

AT THE EVENT: • Four VIP badges for entrance to all six signature events, wine-and-dine


• Up to six tickets for your sponsored event for distribution to clients and

team members


PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS: • Recognition in all printed, verbal and digital material, including

5,000+ programs



• Half-page advertisement in festival program



Hungry to get started?COWBOY $5,000 Give us a shout and let’s make it happen.

CONTACT: Melanie [email protected]

photo CreditsFestival event photography by Nancy Farrar

Centerstage photography by Brian Hutson Photography


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