National Food Festivals and Food Events, Sept. 29-Oct. 6, 2009

by POPSUGAR Food 0

Wine lovers, unite! From St. Louis, MO, to Orlando, FL, and everywhere up and down the California coast, this week is full of celebrations that pay homage to the year's bounty of grapes.

As a West Coaster, I have my pick of places to swirl my glass, but, since sandwiches are my true love, I'm green with envy for those who can attend Philly's Sandwich Smash. Where will you be tasting tipples this week? Drop us a line in the comments below!

• Monterey, CA: Monterey Wine Festival — Oct. 1-2
• Orlando, FL: Latin Food & Wine Festival — Oct. 1-3
• Los Angeles, CA: American Wine & Food Festival — Oct. 2-4
• Carpinteria, CA: California Avocado Festival — Oct. 2-4
• Denver, CO: Denver Chili Fest — Oct. 3
• Chicago, IL: Eli's Cheesecake Festival — Oct. 3-4
• New York, NY: New York Culinary Experience — Oct. 3-4
• St. Louis, MO: St. Louis Wine Festival — Oct. 3-4
• Shelton, WA: OysterFest — Oct. 3-4
• Philadelphia, PA: Sandwich Smash — Oct. 4

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