Taste of Stockholm

WISCONSIN

frame 2nd Annual Tast of Stockholm - Aug. 6th, 6:30 p.m.

An evening of food, wine and support for the arts in Stockholm. Exquisite food, entertainment from this year's recipients and breathtaking auction items.

On Saturday, August 7th, starting at 6:30 PM, the annual Arts fundraiser will be held at "The Cottage in the Corn", Judith Van Cleve's rural Stockholm retreat.

The evening will feature a festive menu from our renowned restaurants and bakeries accompanied by an exciting “Tasting” venue featuring gourmet cheeses, world class wines, craft beers, artisan ciders and handcrafted chocolate from the shops of Stockholm…

Join in the sweepstakes of exquisite items from local artists, the famous “Wall of Wine” a $1,000 Stockholm Shopping Spree, a Lake Pepin “Foodie Tour” and much more!

The tickets for A Taste of Stockholm are $65 in advance, with reservations required by July 31st as there is limited seating. Call 715-442-2266 for reservations. For more information www.stockholmwisconsin.com

Topping it all off will be delightful entertainment in music, film and comedy from the 2010 recipients of the funds raised by the "Taste of Stockholm."

The funds raised from the "Taste of Stockholm" will go towards three arts events and/or organizations – The Flyway Film Festival, WideSpot Performing Arts & Community Project, and Midsommer 2011: Return of the Swedes.

Tickets for the $1000.00 Shopping Spree are available now in shops throughout the Village of Stockholm. Tickets for the raffle are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets will also be available at the Taste event for the shopping spree and many other outstanding prizes.

Tasting Menu

Selected Artisan breads from A to Z farm with select local cheeses presented by the Cheese maker.
A tasting of Wisconsin Artisanal breweries provided by Stockholm General
Specialty Foods and Cider Tasting provided by Maiden Rock Winery and Cidery
Luscious hand crafted chocolates provided by Crazy Cat Candy
World class wines provided by The Palate

Dinner Menu

Appetizers by Judy Krohn
An elegant salad of locally grown greens
Marinated & grilled Brochettes of Beef or Chicken with seasonal vegetables
Rice Pilaf
An assortment of handmade pies
Fine Wine & Coffee
Vegetarian choices available

Location: “Cabin in the Corn" Stockholm WI

"Cabin in the Corn" was designed to utilize sustainable building salvage, most notably beautiful stained glass windows from a Wisconsin rural church. The residence sits amid rolling fields of corn and under a 180-degree sky. The views from all directions are classic and unobstructed.

Description: A Dinner in the Country

No time of the year is more picturesque in the Upper Midwest than the glowing "dog days" when summer is at its peak. Step out of time and enjoy an elegant country dining and entertainment experience. Stockholm purveyors of fine foods and wines have joined together to present an evening of gracious dining and entertainment featuring local specialties and artists and live entertainment.

About the events and organizations receiving funds from A Taste of Stockholm:

Flyway Film Festival

The Flyway Film Festival will be celebrating its third year October 21 – 24, 2010. The Festival screens both short and feature-length films – dramatic, comedic and documentary. The Festival also boasts appearances by directors, actors and well-known industry insiders.

www.flywayfilmfestival.org

WideSpot Performing Arts Center & Community Project

WideSpot opened its doors on October 17, 2009 and has hosted a variety of entertainment including members of the Minnesota Orchestra, the Guthrie's Steven Epp, The Rose Ensemble's Lisa Drew, and many more notable performers. The WideSpot Performing Arts and Community Project strives to serve the diverse audience and artists within its community by presenting performing art pieces designed to engage the mind, body and spirit. We endeavor to nurture the unique connection between performer, audience and community, and foster an environment that provokes thought, creativity, collaboration and community building.

www.widespotperformingarts.org

Midsommer 2011: Return of the Swedes

Returning in the summer of 2011 is the Bjurtjarn theatre troupe from Sweden. In 2006, 85 Swedes initiated a pilgrimage to Wisconsin to perform an emotion-filled play about their Bjurtjarn, Sweden, ancestors who settled Stockholm. They will be returning to perform the play.

www.stockholmwisconsin.com

A Taste of Stockholm fundraising event presented by the Stockholm Merchant's Association.

About Stockholm Wisconsin

ONE OF THE TOP 5 SHOPPING HOT SPOTS IN WISCONSIN.

Located among the most spectacular views on Lake Pepin, the quaint and magical Village of Stockholm has just the right blend of extraordinary shops, fine dining, world class lodging, historic appeal and natural beauty. The Village is a vibrant, thriving destination brimming with exceptional fine art & craft, delectable foods, cheeses, wines and baked goods, a charming museum, antiques & collectables, handmade furniture, creative clothing - all in a enchanting Swedish village with a unique sense of style.Travel Wisconsin has rated Stockholm as one of the top five shopping destinations in Wisconsin!

www.stockholmwisconsin.com