West Palm Beach, Fla. — A variety of food bites, spirits and camaraderie will top the evening at the South Florida Fair’s third annual History on the Rocks, a tasting experience happening from 6-10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12. Presented by Glade & Grove Supply, this rockin’ signature event will take place at Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 601-7 Sansbury’s Way.
As guests stroll under the twinkling lights of Yesteryear Village and its historic buildings, they will be offered food bites and pairings. Tasty cocktails, mocktails, locally brewed beer and desserts will be available at more than 20 food and beverage stations featuring local chefs, foods, farmers and local drink brewers. Guests also may get some holiday shopping in with local vendors in a unique MarketPlace.
Participating partners include Chef Jeffrey Schlissel (aka the Bacon Cartel), Chef Rasheed Shihada, Retired Firefighters of Palm Beach County, Western Palm Beach County Farm Bureau, Florida Dairy Farmers, Hooked on Ponics, Keys Chocolates & Ice Cream, Sam Edwards with Staghorn Kitchen, Mama Jugs, WrapOlé, and Professional Concessions, Inc.
Wood burning fire pits and music by the Atlantic City Boys will add to the ambiance. The musical group includes four dynamic lead singers who have wowed audiences at Las Vegas, Walt Disney World, Atlantic City, as well as cruise ships around the world. The show is a mix of world-class vocals and interactive comedy featuring the rock-n-roll harmonies of the Beach Boys, Drifters, the BeeGees, and Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The Boys have performed with many greats, from Jay Leno to Huey Lewis, Pattie Labelle and the Temptations.
General Admission is $75 in advance and $80 at the gate, and $25 for a Designated Driver ticket (includes everything but alcohol) in advance and $30 at the gate. VIP tables of 10 may be reserved for $750. VIP ticket holder perks include access to the event one hour before general ticket holders, specialty food/beverage gifts, two bottles of wine per VIP table, unlimited tastings at food/beverage stations and early shopping in the MarketPlace (value of $110 per person).
Tickets are on sale online now at https://www.southfloridafair.com/historyontherocks. Ages 13-17 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Ages 12 and under are not permitted. Everyone under the age of 21 must purchase a Designated Driver ticket. Organizers reserve the right to card everyone.
For more information, call 561-793-0333 or visit the website, www.southfloridafair.com.