Great times for a great cause

Fort Worth's finest eateries join together for one delicious evening to showcase their gourmet skills and support Big Brothers Big Sisters.

For over 30 years, The Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters has been Tarrant County's premiere food and wine tasting event featuring the gourmet cuisine of Tarrant County's finest restaurants while benefiting the children of our community. Fine food, premium wines, spectacular live entertainment and an incredible auction make this event one of Fort Worth's best.

2012 EVENT WINNERS
Congratulations to this year's winners:
Best of Big Taste - Michael's Restaurant & Ancho Chile Bar
People's Choice - Wildcatter Steakhouse
Best Culinary Presentation - Chadra Mezza
Best Kickin' Décor - Eddie V's
Best Wine of Big Taste - Carriage House by Côtes Bonneville and Hear Hear! Wine & Spirits

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, April 29, 2012

Time: 4:30 - 8:30 PM

Location: The Omni Fort Worth - 1300 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Tickets: Purchase Tickets
Individual Main Tasting Only Tickets are $100.
VIP Wine Tasting/Main Tasting Individual Tickets are $175.

Schedule:

4:30 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.- VIP Wine Tasting presented by:

6:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.- Main Tasting

Auction

An extensive silent auction will be featured at the Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth. If you would like to feature your business by donating an item, please click on the corresponding link below.

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Volunteer

If you are interested in having a great time while helping make a difference in the lives of thousands of children in our community, volunteer at the 2012 Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters!

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Merchandise

How would you like to represent Big Brothers Big Sisters at the our events or around town in your new Big Brothers Big Sisters gear? Check out our new online merchandise store for the hottest looks while supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters!

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Restaurant and Winery Participation

There is no fee for restaurants or wineries to participate. If you would like information on participating in the 2012 Barrett Havran Memorial Big Taste of Fort Worth benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters, please contact taste@bbbstx.org.

2012 Participating Restaurants & Wineries

Affairs to Cater and Zorro's Buffet	Lange Twins Family Winery and Vineyard
Blue Mesa Grill	Llano Estacado Winery
Bob's Steak and Chop House	Lost Oak Winery
Bootleg Barbeque	MICHAEL'S Restaurant and Ancho Chile Bar
Cafe Brazil	Monty's Corner
Cantina Laredo Gourmet Mexican Restaurant	Nothing Bundt Cakes
Cast Iron at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel	Reata
Chadra Mezza and Grill	Red Caboose Winery
Constellation Wines U.S.	Ridglea Country Club
Cote Bonneville	Rocland Wine Imports
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House	Ruth's Chris Steak House
Dierberg- STAR LANE	Shinjuku Station
Eddie V's Prime Seafood	Simply Fondue
Ferre Ristorante e Bar	Starbucks - Hulen & Bellaire
Fireside Pies	The Grille at the Harbor on Possum Kingdom Lake
Fusion Under Glass Catering	The Tavern Bar & Grill
Hacienda San Miguel	The Wine Frog
Hear, Hear! Wine and Spirits	Tillman's Roadhouse - Fort Worth
Heck Estates	Wildcatter Steakhouse
Huneeus Vintners	The Wild Mushroom Steak House & Lounge
Kenwood Vineyards	Vintage Wine Marketing
Krupp Brothers
	*Check back for updates

2012 Celebrity Judges

Kathryne Bosco & Minh Nguyen
Elite Yelpers

Jim Douglas
WFAA Senior Reporter

Gene & Julie Gates
Hosts of The Gene & Julie Show on 103.7 Lite FM (KVIL)

Police Chief Jeff & Kim Halstead
Police Chief of Fort Worth

Meda Kessler
360 West Editorial Director

June Naylor
Food/travel journalist & a culinary tour/event planner

Mayor Betsy Price & Tom Price
Mayor of Fort Worth