What People Are Saying
“We have been attending as an exhibitor since the first year and the attendance just seems to get better and better. We are able to network with other exhibitors which is wonderful. Our customers who attended had positive comments about the entire show."
Alicia Robinette, Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery
“I thought the show was very well organized and the volunteer staff did an outstanding job."
Ted Zuiderveen, Leelanau Wine Cellars
“The Grand Rapids International Wine Festival was a great venue for finding people interested in exploring new ideas and products. As the festival's first sake supplier, I found the festival goers to be open-minded, adventurous and fun. Without a doubt, I will be back next year for another round of sake 101."
Mason Horowitz, Joto Sake
“This was my first year as an exhibitor and we had a fantastic time. My booth was always busy and people seemed to enjoy the samples."
Amelia Post, POM Wonderful
“The show is our best event for 2010. Great interaction with current and new customers. Well worth the time and expense!"
Kent Rabish, Grand Traverse Distillery
“Each year the festival gets better - bigger crowds, and better organized from the exhibitor's perspective. It's the place to be."
Larry Mawby, L. Mawby Vineyards
“I thought the event was a huge success. As a speaker for five seminars I was very pleased that four of the five seminars 'sold out.' In fact, ten additional seats were added and there were still people standing in the back of the room!"
Michael Schafer, The Wine Counselor
“I enjoyed the show and the opportunity to taste wines and beers that are usually closed on the shelf."
Janet Korn, Experience Grand Rapids
“I am a first year attendee and really, really enjoyed the festival! I loved being in an intimate setting and learning about the tasting of wines from Michale Schafer in his class, then going out onto the floor to practice my new tasting skills! The food was also delicious and the setup of all the vendors was very easy going from an attendee perspective. I will definitely be returning!"
2010 Attendee
“I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the Food & Wine Show. Not only was it an extremely fun event, but it was also a great place for us to network. We were able to meet all the people in the region of the state where we are looking to do a food and wine-based project in one night. I also really appreciated that there were so many Michigan-based products. It really served to open my eyes to the variety of food, wines and other products produced in our great state! We will definitely be back!"
2010 Attendee
“My bus group THROUGHLY enjoyed it!!! Your staff is FABULOUS!!! They DEMANDED we do it again next year...c u then!!!"
2010 Attendee