Savoring Diversity: Upcoming Culinary Delights in Hancock County

10/26/2023

Big Buzz Blog - October 2023

Hancock County is a treasure trove of diverse and extraordinary culinary experiences. If you’re a food enthusiast, mark your calendars for two upcoming tasting events that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

- By Anne Pitre

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Taste of the Future
A Culinary Extravaganza for a Cause
Friday, November 3, 2023, 6 - 10 pm
Bay St. Louis Community Hall, 301 Blaize Ave, Bay St. Louis

The Taste of the Future is a culinary journey that beckons all food lovers to come as they are and kick back for an evening of indulgence. Held at the Bay St. Louis Community Center, this event promises a gastronomic adventure like no other. Explore a wide array of delectable samplings from local restaurants and vendors, from succulent seafood to mouthwatering BBQ – the options are as diverse as the county itself!

The evening extends beyond culinary delights, offering a cash bar to complement your meal, a silent auction to add the element of excitement, and live entertainment by the Dave Mayley Band to keep the atmosphere lively and enjoyable. However, the event serves a noble purpose – to raise awareness and funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast - Hancock County Unit. It’s a chance for the community to come together, celebrate their love for food, and support a worthy cause.

A few of the patrons who attended the 2019 Taste of the Future event with board member Alex Treutel (second row, second from right). Photo by Brenda Comer for the Shoofly Magazine.

The restaurant lineup includes Pinchers Seafood, 200 North Beach, Murky Waters BBQ, Dan B’s Restaurant & Bar, Mayor Mike Favre and Sissy Favre, Field’s Steak & Oyster Bar, Aroma Italian Restaurant, The Blind Tiger, The Club at Diamondhead, Jourdan River Steamer, Coca Cola, Sugar Pop Baking Company, Cuz’s Old Town Oyster Bar & Grill, Claiborne Hill Catering, Starfish Cafe, Silver Slipper Casino Hotel, Mockingbird Cafe, Mayor Nancy Depreo, and Bogart’s Steakhouse.

Sponsorships are available for those looking to make an even bigger impact. To learn more about this mouthwatering event and to purchase tickets, visit http://bgcgulfcoast.org/TOTF.

Taste of Hancock County
A Night of Local Flavor
Wednesday, November 8, 2023, 5 pm - 8:30 pm
Bay St. Louis Community Hall, 301 Blaize Ave, Bay St. Louis

If you’re passionate about supporting local businesses and relishing Hancock County’s distinctive flavors, the Taste of Hancock County is an event you won’t want to miss. This culinary soirée is dedicated to celebrating the unique tastes and talents that make Hancock County’s a foodie’s tourism destination.

Hosted at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall, this event is an opportunity to savor the county’s best dishes and drinks. With all proceeds going to support the Tourism Bureau’s efforts in promoting local events and building a stronger, more vibrant Hancock County, your indulgence has a direct impact on the community’s growth.

To secure your spot for this delightful evening, tickets can be purchased through Venmo @ Hancock-Tourism or directly at the Tourism’s office at 1928 Depot Way. Tickets are priced at just $20 per person, which admits you to a world of local flavors. If you’re planning to attend with a group, consider the $500 per table option, which includes admission and a drink for eight people, as well as valuable advertising benefits.

The lineup of culinary artisans at the "Taste of Hancock County" is equally impressive, and the range of options is a testament to the county’s culinary diversity. You can expect offerings from:

200 North Beach Restaurant
Beachside at Buoys
The City of Diamondhead
The City of Waveland
The Club @ Diamondhead
Dan B’s Restaurant & Bar
Dempsey’s Steak & Seafood
Domino’s Pizza
Hancock County Board of Supervisors
Heavenly Helpings, LLC
J’s Restaurant
Jourdan River Steamer
Mayor Favre & Sissy Favre
Mitchell Distributing
Ms. Mary’s Old Town Snowball’s
S&B’s Sports bar &Grill
Southern Girl Cookies
Starfish Cafe’
The Butcher Shop & The Blind Tiger
Trapani’s Eatery
Triple Tails Restaurant & Bar

To add an extra layer of excitement, raffle tickets are available for a chance to win a 65-inch LG big screen smart TV. Whether you purchase one ticket for $5.00 or five tickets for $20.00, the prospect of winning this fantastic prize is sure to keep the evening thrilling. The event will also be grooving to the live jazz sounds of Holly’s Dad’s Jazz Band.

These two upcoming tasting events, Taste of the Future and Taste of Hancock County, promise to showcase the rich culinary diversity and extraordinary talents that Hancock County has to offer. They are not just events for food lovers; they are opportunities to support local causes and celebrate the vibrant community spirit of this charming Gulf Coast destination. Mark your calendars and prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable culinary adventure in Hancock County.

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