Event: Taste the Future 2008

Author: swampkitty05  //  Category: Columbus, Events, Food Porn

Tonight was one of the foodie events that I look foward to every year – Taste the Future, where up and coming chefs from several Columbus area restaurants come together and put out a feast for both the palate and the eyes, all to benefit the Culinary Arts program at Columbus State. It’s a worthy undertaking, and one that I am very proud to attend.

The weather was wonderful – nice and cool, and it was sunny out as well. You really couldn’t have asked for a better night. I tried a different game plan this year – went and got my pictures before they let the masses loose on the food, and that worked so much better for me. I was actually able to get pictures of the food while it was still pretty.

A big shout out to Sarah and RJ – thanks for coming up and saying hi to me. It’s really nice to meet my readers and I’m glad I got a chance to meet you both. Hopefully I’ll see you out and about at other foodie functions in the future.

Katering by Keni/Posh Nosh had this Sweet Corn Creme Brulee that was to die for. I wanted to go back for seconds, but it looks like everyone beat me to it because they were completely out. As usual, I was completely stuffed by the time I made my way around once.

Now, here are my favorite pictures from tonight – if you’d like to see more, please watch the Flickr Slideshow or just view the set (if you want descriptions of the dish as well).

Crispy Wontons with Ahi Tuna, Asian Slaw and Wasabi Oil from Vito's Catering

Hawaiian Bigeyed Tuna Tartare, Sesame Wonton Crackers, Daikon Sprouts, Tempura Crunchies and Wasabi Drizzle from Mitchell's Steakhouse

Fruit Carving from Sanfillipo Produce Co.

Clam Chowder Shooters from Aramark Columbus Convention Center

Smoked Salmon and Havarti Terrine with Saffron Poached Pear from Scioto Country Club

Cupcake Bar from Our CupCakery