Make reservations now for the Inn’s Food & Wine Weekend

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Executive Chef Peter Timmins, along with renowned guest chefs including Chef John Folse and Certified Master Chef John Johnstone and others, will share their culinary expertise throughout the weekend, which is scheduled for January 13 to January 15.

The Food & Wine Weekend begins Friday evening with a welcome reception celebrating delectable cuisine. An array of dishes will be paired with wines from the world’s most famous regions.

As guests sample the wines and experience the cuisine, they will have the opportunity to meet and converse with Chef Timmins and all the participating wine vintners.

On Saturday, guests are invited to attend culinary happenings throughout the day, including a wine tasting and a cooking demonstration with Chef Folse, the highly-regarded Louisiana chef and restauranteur.

On Saturday evening the Master Chef’s Dinner will feature multiple courses; each course prepared by a different chef and paired with wine from Pine Ridge Winery in Napa Valley and Archery Summit in Oregon.

Joining The Gasparilla Inn’s Chef Timmins in the kitchen for the Master Chef’s Dinner will be: Chef John Folse from John Folse & Company; Certified Master Chef John Johnstone of Augusta National; Robert Plesh, Executive Chef /Manager of The Pink Elephant, and Chef Peter Wimmler from The Gasparilla Inn & Club.

“The Food & Wine Weekend is an extraordinary opportunity for people to learn the cooking techniques of world-class chefs, and to enjoy an unforgettable dining experience,” said Timmins, one of 60 chefs in the world to earn the coveted title of Certified Master Chef. “Our guests gain new appreciation for the culinary arts and wine making.”

Reservations for The Gasparilla Inn & Club’s Food & Wine Weekend are highly recommended. A specially-priced package is available for overnight guests from January 13 through 15, which includes: deluxe accommodations for two, a special welcome reception and dinner, participation in culinary demonstrations and wine tastings, two breakfasts, a special turndown amenity, final night reception, and the Master Chef’s Dinner.

Rates start at $540 per room, per night, based on double occupancy. A two-night minimum stay is required to attend the Saturday Master Chef’s Dinner. Daily service charges and taxes are additional. For reservations, please call 800.996.1913 or 941.964.4500. For additional information, please visit www.gasparillainn.com.

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